Norwegian Bliss

[FreestyleNovice]

Is there such an high demand in (out of) NY for two mega ships? :eek:

[shipfriend_max]

The cruise call list of Portland, Maine stated Escape is due to call there frequently in fall 2018. Sadly the 2018 cruise call list is currently offline, so the link I provided some month ago is not working at the moment...

 

That's the indicator for the idea of bringing Escape to Northeast, together with Breakaway. My thoughts are she may replace Gem out of NYC, which might (hopefully) switch to Europe.

 

As far as I remember, FDR said the turnovers for Caribbean did not meet his expectations, so that might be the reason for abandoning Caribbean in summer... :confused:

 

 

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[txagfan]

Portland? Who in the world is dying to go there.

 

 

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[OhJinkies]

I'm booked on the Sun next summer -- I initially lamented the lack of solo studios then turned around and splurged on an aft-facing balcony!

So with this news, I had a brief moment of regret, then realized I chose a one-way itinerary so I could spend time doing my own land tour after the cruise.

Best of both worlds -- if I fall in love with Alaska, I may have a more cost-effective way to return!

Edited October 16, 2016 by OhJinkies

[sjnyc323]

I'm booked on the Sun next summer -- I initially lamented the lack of solo studios then turned around and splurged on an aft-facing balcony!

So with this news, I had a brief moment of regret, then realized I chose a one-way itinerary so I could spend time doing my own land tour after the cruise.

Best of both worlds -- if I fall in love with Alaska, I may have a more cost-effective way to return!

 

 

 

Sounds awesome

 

 

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[FreestyleNovice]

Finally, after some plot twists and small identity fraud she's there:

 

Norwegian Bliss!

 

[RMS Olympic]

Decided I will sail her in Sept 2018 as her first Alaska season comes to a close. I called NCL and asked if deck plans would be out prior to going on sale, was told yes. Also told cabins would probably be the same as Escape, so now I can plan on which cabin to select. If she returns to Florida via the canal, that could change everything. Still amazed at how fast these ships are built. But I am red Ta go!

[Two Wheels Only]

Decided I will sail her in Sept 2018 as her first Alaska season comes to a close. I called NCL and asked if deck plans would be out prior to going on sale, was told yes. Also told cabins would probably be the same as Escape, so now I can plan on which cabin to select. If she returns to Florida via the canal, that could change everything. Still amazed at how fast these ships are built. But I am red Ta go!

 

I wouldn't put 100% faith in using Escape deckplans for Bliss. Many people believe that Bliss will be more like Joy than Escape.

[Steff79]

Finally, after some plot twists and small identity fraud she's there:

 

Norwegian Bliss!

 

that is world dream for genting, the next ships are:

spring 2017 Joy

fall 2017 world dream, Genting

spring 2018 Bliss

[RMS Olympic]

You are probably right when it comes to public spaces as well as the Haven set up. But for the rest of the cabins I can't see a big change which would increase costs....guess I will have to wait till January.

[Steff79]

i saw it only on pics, but i like the solarium on the quantum class. ok the away ships have a good spa, but the solarium for everyone is great.

[FreestyleNovice]

that is world dream for genting, the next ships are:

spring 2017 Joy

fall 2017 world dream, Genting

spring 2018 Bliss

 

I feel siiilly.. you are totally right! Not sure how I messen up, too much wishfull thinking!! :D

[pspercy]

I wonder what Bliss' embarkation port will be for the TA? Is an inaugural TA even a good idea, I bet it'll be higher priced than a regular TA.

[FreestyleNovice]

I wonder what Bliss' embarkation port will be for the TA? Is an inaugural TA even a good idea, I bet it'll be higher priced than a regular TA.

 

Southampton, UK. Kind of what Escape did; Hamburg for the German travel agents/press and maybe Rotterdam, NL and crossing the Channel after that, some CTN for UK travel agents/press and a taster and a TA after that.

 

Previous deliveries from Meyer Werft:

Breakaway: Rotterdam NL, Southampton UK, TA.

Getaway: Rotterdam NL, Southampton UK, TA.

Escape: Hamburg DE, Southampton UK, TA.

Edited October 18, 2016 by FreestyleNovice

[shipfriend_max]

Portland? Who in the world is dying to go there.

 

 

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I just can tell what I read at Portlands cruise schedule.

And just because you don't like the port, it might be profitable for NCL to go there...

 

I don't know whether this information is still correct that Escape calls there in 2018, currently the 2018 link is out of order.

 

 

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[HistoryGirl4Ever]

I'm booked on the Sun next summer -- I initially lamented the lack of solo studios then turned around and splurged on an aft-facing balcony!

So with this news, I had a brief moment of regret, then realized I chose a one-way itinerary so I could spend time doing my own land tour after the cruise.

Best of both worlds -- if I fall in love with Alaska, I may have a more cost-effective way to return!

 

 

I was just on the Sun a few weeks ago for her repositioning from Vancouver to San Diego. I smiled when I saw you mention Aft balcony because that's what I had. 4 days wasn't enough - it was wonderful. I love the studios too, but that Aft balcony spoiled me. Can't wait to do that one again!

 

 

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[LrgPizza]

Is that really the artwork? It looks too similar to the Escape for my taste.

[InTheWASide]

Is that really the artwork? It looks too similar to the Escape for my taste.

 

Yes that's really it.

 

I feel they are different enough. The huge manta ray makes Escape pretty obvious. And if you think about it at a more detailed level, these are mostly cool water species... Escape is all Caribbean/tropical

[TheDougOut]

Is that really the artwork? It looks too similar to the Escape for my taste.

 

Yeah, it's what was unveiled today.

 

I'm not crazy about the evenly-scattered small animals, which looks like a kindergartner cut out and pasted an animal collage. I also think the small whale balancing on the tip of the large whale looks odd.

 

I like the Wyland concept... but I'm not crazy about the composition. When will we see the first led hull, with ever-changing artwork?

[FreestyleNovice]

Hmm.. too much Escape and a bit blunt?

[LrgPizza]

Yes that's really it.

 

I feel they are different enough. The huge manta ray makes Escape pretty obvious. And if you think about it at a more detailed level, these are mostly cool water species... Escape is all Caribbean/tropical

 

I'm not saying I'd get them confused or anything, it's just similar color scheme, marine life in water, etc. I love the artwork on Escape and this just doesn't wow me.

[FreestyleNovice]

When will we see the first led hull, with ever-changing artwork?

 

Genting Dream has something like that, a 1st in the industry;

 

 

 

On most balcony ceilings there's a little LED panel, pointing outwards.

Edited October 27, 2016 by FreestyleNovice

[TheDougOut]

Genting Dream has something like that, a 1st in the industry;

 

Interesting concept.

 

I wonder if there are ship regulations for light output due to possible impact on marine life.

[RMS Olympic]

I don't like the position of the artists name, it makes it look like its the name of the ship.