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2 hours ago, ChiefMateJRK said:

Encore. 

Any particular reason?

2 hours ago, ChiefMateJRK said:

 

1 hour ago, graphicguy said:

All activities like go-carts are optional.  You do not have to utilize those activities nor pay for them. They are available to book at extra cost, though!

Yeah, my only worry was any unexpected on board fees, don't mind paying extra for things as it's holiday time but just didn't want to feel like I was paying for loads extra if that makes sense.

14 minutes ago, BirdTravels said:

We would chose the Encore out of Miami. Both for the port and being on NCL's newest ship. 

 

We have sailed on the Escape 4 times. We sailed the Encore 3 times: Eastern Caribbean in 2019, Alaska in 2021, and the Eastern Caribbean in 2022. To give you a look at the ship a couple of months ago, flip through my live post below. 

 

 

Fantastic! How do the two ships compare if you don't mind me asking? Will 100% look at your live post, sure it'll help 😁

32 minutes ago, kelib said:

Unless you were planning on spending time in Orlando, I would stick with sailing out of Miami. Options for hotel and transport to the port are much 

I did think it would be easier out of Miami, didn't want any headaches on getting to port Canaveral on the day!

Hi all,

I was hoping I could gather some advice about what ship I should be sailing next.

My options are the Escape leaving from port Canaveral (I've sailed the Escape once before) or the Encore leaving from Miami. They are both 7 days and both Carribean sailings with the same ports.

I was worried from what I saw that the Encore has quite a few on board expenses like go karts etc. Has anyone sailed these ships have any preferences or experience they can share that may help sway my decision? 

Thank you 😀

This was something I have been looking into. Couldn't really find anything solid so was just going to fly to Miami and to the port from there. If NCL did some sort of shuttle I'd maybe rather that.

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I think we are going to fly to Miami and I am not sure about the way back.

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Some really good replies here! Especially since I gave you all basically no info!

Definitely want to go to universal studios and my other half really wants to try the Harry Potter theme park. My main goal is beer, sun and some rollercoasters!

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We have 3 days to absorb what some of what Orlando has to have to have to offer, then we are off on the cruise and then another 4 days in orlando. We are doing the whole "theme park" thing. I am a bit of a beer geek so I'll try to try get a few bars/breweries in too

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Hi guys,

Never been in a cruise before, me (29m & 23 F) we are from Edinburgh and having a vacation in Orlando. We are totally Scottish and would love to know about any tips you have about Miami and Orlando and of course aboard the grand NCL Escape.

Not sure if it's been asked, if so then I apologise. Does anyone know what Gins they have aboard?

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Not a problem. Just take your friends card with you.

Aw that solves that then haha. Thanks! I was hoping there would be an easy answer!

Totally not trying to hijack this thread but I've looked and I can't see the info anywhere. Me and my cruise mate both have the drinks package, what happens if I go to the bar to get both my drink and my friends? Or would we have to both just get our own drinks?

It has probably been answered but does anyone know when you should do the online check in? How far in advance should it be done?

Is it weird that this review makes me feel every part of the holiday and even though it's not my holiday I'm irrationally saddened by the end of it looming closer? I've been thoroughly enjoying this!

Wow! You sure do know how to get folks excited! This review is making my trip seem all that further away!!

If the beers are over $15 they are not covered.

I take it that applies to the brewhouse too? That's the main area of the ship for me haha!

https://www.ncl.com/terms/ultimate-beverage-package

 

 

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That's great! I'll look forward to $15 drinks then haha!

Hi, absolutely love this review! Makes me so excited!!! What are the rules in regards to the drinks package? Is it all/most drinks under $15?

I believe booking in England the gratuity is paid, unlike the US where we pay 18% gratuity up front.

 

In my opinion a few $ here and there for tips always works well. Especially if the bartenders are busy.

Yeah it's different as we don't really tip the same but I think your right, a few extra dollars now and then sounds right! Thanks!

Hi,

I am booked to go on a NCL cruise later in the year and I have the drinks package. I'm so confused by it, do we still tip at the bar or is that included in the price??