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Get ready to sail on one of the most exciting ships on the seas! Norwegian Escape is ready to whisk you away to The Caribbean from Miami and Orlando, Canada & New England from New York, and the Mediterranean from Rome. Indulging in every whim is what unforgettable vacations are made of. Get ready to chase sunsets on The Waterfront. Build a pink sandcastle in Bermuda. Sip on some of Napa's best blends at The cellars, A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar. Or try our unique speciality hand-crafted cocktails. Discover a new world of freedom and flexibility on Norwegian Escape.
I have to preface this review with the fact that we stayed in a 2-bedroom suite in the Haven. This will be a Haven-centric review. Had we not been in the Haven, my overall rating would be much lower. Embarkation--Extremely easy despite all the negative reviews I had read about leaving from New Orleans. We parked at the Julia Street deck. Someone loaded our luggage onto the shuttle for us and took us right to check-in. No waiting around for the shuttle. Couldn't have been easier, and I'm glad we did this rather than drop off our luggage and then park. We could have been on the ship as early as 10:30am but got on just before 11am. We had lunch the Haven restaurant and had access to our rooms fairly early in the afternoon with luggage arriving mid-afternoon. Room --Absolutely wonderful. King bed was incredible. Second bedroom small but works fine for two kids. My 15 year old slept in the main room. He wasn't comfortable the first two nights but slept much better after putting the mattress on the floor after that. IMMENSE amount of storage space. We were just about the closest cabin to the Haven front desk. Zero noise, and it was incredible being so close to everything. It made the lounge and pool area feel like our living room. Highly recommend. Dining--Haven restaurant was excellent for lunch and breakfast. Dinner was extremely slow, so much so that it would put me off having more dinners there. Dinner entrees weren't all that enticing to me but that's a matter of personal preference. Quality was excellent. We only had one meal in the main dining room. It was rather salty but perfectly fine and tasty. I'd probably try to hit the main dining room twice next time. We are at three specialty restaurants. Teppanyaki was great--super high energy performance with tasty (but VERY salty) food. Bayamo was pretty darned good, and I'd return. La Cucina is a sorry, pitiful excuse for Italian. My husband is vegetarian, and they basically said pizza was his only entree option because there were not regular vegetarian entrees which is nuts considering how easy it is to make vegetarian Italian food. The pizza was so bad. I've had better frozen pizza and genuinely enjoyed the buffet pizza more. Speaking of buffet, I only had one real meal there which was tasty enough (Asian food). Their pizza was good. Unfortunately, we couldn't find a decent burger on the ship the entire time. Service--Very mixed. On the whole, more stand-off-ish and less friendly than other cruise lines (we most sail Disney and Royal Caribbean). Had a harder time getting vegetarian accommodations which was surprising given how common it is for people to forego meat occasionally these days. Open and obvious solicitation for tips by one of the Haven waiters which was weird. Our butler always seemed put out by anything we asked for even though we barely asked for anything all week. The staff overall just seemed tired and not overly engaged. I think this may be management or top-down problem in the Haven restaurant stemming from the head waiter who seemed wholly uninterested in his job and unhelpful for the other staff. On the bright side, our room steward, Richel, was lovely, and the concierges, especially Teo, were wonderful. Ship--The Haven was outstanding and wonderful although the hot tubs were barely warm. Public areas outside the Haven not so much. The main theatre is very bare bones and not visually appealing at all. The midship atrium area is overcrowded and a strange open venue to hold events in because of noise and overall distractions. The casino is open-air midship making the surrounding areas constantly stink of cigarette smoke. There's no real quiet place to congregate and hang out. It's all bars or restaurants or the crowded pool deck. Personally, it would not have been for me at all without the Haven. Ports--We did Lucha Libre wrestling show in Cozumel. Very fun and recommended with kids. We got a private beach villa in Harvest Caye which was beautiful but unfortunately, it stormed literally all day and we didn't get to use it as much has we would have liked. Still, it was a beautiful island (better than I was expecting based on reviews), and I would go back and get the villa again even at the price point. Entertainment--Too much emphasis on paid event like Bingo and Deal or No Deal. Choir of Man was OUTSTANDING. I hope NCL does go too cheap and replace it with something totally awful. Debarkation--Couldn't have been easier but that of course, was related to being in the Haven. Overall, I can only recommend this ship if you're in the Haven. The ship itself outside the Haven doesn't have much going for it although overall, the food was better than expected. Kids clubs were barely open and not at all while we were in port which was disappointing. Be prepared for some nickel and dimming, but that should be well-known to anyone boarding a Norwegian ship what that entails.
The Haven
Hidden at the top of the ship, The Haven features our most luxurious, well-appointed accommodations as well as 24-hour butler service, concierge service and private sundeck.
Club Balcony Suite
Whether it's the two of you or your family, our mini-suites are accented with the finest touches. And enough room to make memories forever.
Spa
Pampering begins here. The Haven Spa Suite, Spa Mini-Suite and Spa Balcony provide a more pampering spa experience at sea with easy access to the Spa and Fitness Centre. Complimentary access to the Thermal Suite can be enjoyed during regular business hours.
Balcony
Soak in breathtaking views together or with the family. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your own private balcony. Stylish and sophisticated appointments accent these modern rooms.
Oceanview
Experience comfort all around you. These stylish staterooms feature fine appointments, which are highlighted by nice touches and clear views of the ocean.
Inside
Relax in lively style and smart sophistication. Our modern inside staterooms are highlighted with appointments like a TV, sitting area and more.
Studio
Specifically designed and priced for solo travellers, our Studios feature a full-size bed, separate bath area and access to the private Studio Lounge - no single supplement required.
More than 25 Dining Experiences
Dine like nowhere else at sea with all of the freedom and flexibility of Freestyle Dining. Travel somewhere new with familiar favourites and unique additions from around the globe at Food Republic. Or indulge in premium cuts with a side of delicious Parmesan dusted truffle fries at our American steakhouse, Cagney's. Whatever you're in the mood for, we have something for everyone.
COMPLIMENTARY DINING
Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, our complimentary dining options include three main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. Plus, our Main Dining Rooms offer a menu that changes daily, Chef's Signature Dishes and carefully selected wine recommendations, guaranteeing a different culinary adventure with every visit.
Every cruise fare includes beautifully crafted menus in our three main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. From fresh-baked breads, desserts and pastries to our chefs' original dishes made with the freshest ingredients, your dining can be as fine or fun as you want.
SPECIALITY DINING
Enjoy a night of gastronomic proportions at one of our many speciality restaurants. Find your inner foodie at Bayamo by Ocean Blue, featuring delicious seafood eats. Bring a hearty appetite to our Brazilian steakhouse, Moderno Churrascaria. And see shrimp fly at Teppanyaki. Whether you're dining inside or oceanside on The Waterfront, our speciality restaurants feature the tastes you'll crave.
Dining aboard Norwegian is about having choices. Enjoy delicious comfort foods as well as more exotic choices from our many complimentary dining options. Or widen your palette further and choose from our speciality restaurants for a cover charge or á la carte. Whether it's a cheeseburger you have a desire for, or Coq au Vin, your dinner is ready when you are. And if you book a Speciality Dining Package, you can savour an array of our speciality restaurants for one special price.
Listen and learn in a lecture held by a guest speaker, Norwegian Cruise Line ships have much to offer to enhance your learning and senses.
14 Bars & Lounges
Pull up a stool at The Cellars, Norwegian's first ever wine bar. Let your hair down in the District Brew House, offering more than 50 different bottled beers and 24 draft beers on tap. Sip on a hand-crafted mojito at Sugarcane. Or reminisce about the good 'ol days at Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road! Grab your glass, make some new friends, and let the good times roll!
With so many bars and lounges to discover, finding your favourite may take a few days. Pull up a stool on The Waterfront and pair your favourite vintage with soothing waves at The Cellars - A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar. Sip on a hand-crafted mojito at Sugarcane. Or Let your hair down in The District Brew House, offering more than 50 different bottled beers and 24 draft beers on tap. Whether you're looking to meet up with friends or make new ones, there's always an opportunity to mix it up.
Entertainment
When it comes to the entertainment on Norwegian Escape, you won't believe your eyes or even your ears. Pull up a chair at The Choir of Man and raise your glass to high energy dancing and hit songs that flow as freely as the beer. Or tickle your funny bone at Headliner's Comedy Club by Levity Entertainment Group's roster of top-notch comedians.
Activities
From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Escape has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Think you're brave? Splash around at Aqua Park with Free Fall - the fastest waterslides at sea. Or visit our multi-level Sports Complex and walk The Plank, which extends 8 feet over the side of the ship. Wanna get lucky? Bet it all at our award-winning Casinos at Sea®. With so much excitement, you'll have to come back for more.
Onboard Shopping
Forget to pack something? No worries! Our gift shops onboard carry everything you'll need for fun in the sun. Shop from a variety of souvenirs, cosmetics, clothing, snacks and sundry items. Treat yourself at our duty-free shops full of fantastic savings on fine jewellery, accessories, perfume, liquor and tobacco. Norwegian Escape is the first at sea to have acclaimed brands LACOSTE and Carolina Herrera. These are the first boutiques to be designed specifically for a Norwegian Cruise Line ship.
Feel free to follow your spirit, whether that takes you to a superb fitness centre, a sun lounger by the pool or to the serenity of a luxurious spa. Get the adrenaline soaring by conquering the climbing wall or ropes course high above the ocean. Flex your muscles on the sports court or treat yourself to something special in the boutiques. Catch a fun, informal lecture. Take the plunge in the Aqua Park.
Families play better together on Norwegian. From dodgeball to cupcake decorating, there are lots of activities all over the ships. Plus, with complimentary youth programmes, kids can learn to juggle at Circus School in Splash Academy and teens have the coolest themed parties in Entourage. Add exclusive NickelodeonTM entertainment at sea for kids of all ages – even the grown up ones – and your family holiday gets awesome. While the kids are having fun, so can you, indulging in a spa treatment, enjoying a leisurely meal or just switching off. And when it comes to bedtime, family-friendly accommodation gives everyone the elbow room they need. Night, night.
