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Norwegian Cruise Line Reviews

I’ve been cruising with Norwegian for twenty years — from my very first cruise on Norwegian Spirit to being onboard Norwegian Luna for her first ever sailing. I’ve tried the drop slides, walked the plank eighteen decks above the ocean, stayed in the tiniest solo cabin on the ship and visited a place where dying is forbidden. Everything I’ve found out about Norwegian is here.

Emma cruises in Tokyo

Cruising Japan to South Korea: 1007 Miles of Must See Sights

13/02/2025

I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I travelled 1458 miles across Japan. I saw lots of things I expected, like castles, temples and amazing toilets, but also saw and did things I never could have predicted. From fizzy milk to … Read more

Tags excursions, japan, Norwegian Cruise Line, norwegian spirit, Penthouse suite
Emma cruises onboard Norwegian Spirit

Japan by Sea – I Took a Cruise Like No Other (American Ship)

13/02/2025

When you think of cruising, you probably imagine Caribbean beaches or glaciers in Alaska. My recent cruise was nothing like that – it couldn’t have been more different. I spent 11 days cruising around Japan on an American cruise ship … Read more

Tags asia, balcony cabin, bath, japan, Norwegian Cruise Line, norwegian spirit, suite
Norwegian Spirit suite cabin number 10522

I Stayed in The BIGGEST Cabin on a Cruise Ship

13/02/202513/02/2025

Usually, when I cruise, I stay in the cheapest inside cabins. They don’t have any windows or any outside space, and I often stay in the worst cabin locations on the ship. On a recent cruise, though, I spent 12 … Read more

Tags balcony, bath, Norwegian Cruise Line, norwegian spirit, suite
Emma Cruises Anthem of the Seas Norway

8 Of The Best Cruise Lines For Young Adults – By Price

30/07/202522/10/2024

Deciding on a cruise line as a young person can often be a difficult task. There is so much variety within the cruise industry and it’s incredibly important that you make the right choice for you. I have been cruising … Read more

Tags costa, marella, MSC, ncl, p&o, Royal Caribbean, virgin voyages, Young cruisers
Theatre performance of We will rock you - Anthem of the Seas

9 Broadway Musicals You Can See At Sea! (Included)

18/02/202627/06/2024

It’s no secret that I love musicals. I regularly go to London to see shows in the West End, it is one of my favourite pastimes. One of the many reasons I love to cruise with Norwegian or Royal Caribbean … Read more

Tags cruise entertainment, Musicals, norwegian cruise, Royal Caribbean
Emma cruises Alaska sailaway

7 Days Exploring Alaska By Cruise Ship – I Was Shocked

11/06/202407/06/2024

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the world, where I spent 7 days exploring Alaska. I saw and did things that if I hadn’t seen them with my own eyes, … Read more

Tags Alaska, norwegian, Norwegian Encore, Ship review

3 Incredible Excursions You Shouldn’t Miss on Your Alaska Cruise (Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan)

07/06/202407/06/2024

DISCLAIMER: This article was written on a cruise I took as part of a press trip. This means I didn’t pay a cruise fare. All opinions are my own and no company has any control over this content. I’ve just … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, ncl, norwegian cruise

7 Days in a Balcony Cabin in Alaska – Worth It? (Norwegian Encore Cabin Review)

18/02/202630/05/2024

ad – DISCLAIMER: I was invited onboard Norwegian Encore on a press trip. I recently went on a cruise sailing across Alaska and I stayed in a balcony cabin. Normally, I’m happy with an inside cabin or perhaps an ocean … Read more

Tags Alaska, cabin review, ncl, norwegian cruise, Norwegian Encore
windstar cut in half

These Cruise Ships Were Cut in Half: Why and How (Royal, MSC, NCL & More)

02/07/202508/05/2024

It may be hard to believe, but cruiselines sometimes cut their ships in half, and add a new section into the middle. This makes the ships longer, allows for more passengers onboard, and takes a fraction of the time of … Read more

Tags cruise facts, MSC, ncl, Royal Caribbean, ships
currency exchange

Norwegian Cruise Line Removes Currency Exchange Onboard & More

18/06/202512/01/2024

In an email shared with customers on the 12th of January 2024, Norwegian Cruise Line announced that they are making changes to the currency exchanges onboard their ships. What is Changing? Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that they will discontinue … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line

Cruising Through The Bermuda Triangle – What to Expect, and should you avoid it?

28/05/202508/08/2023

If you are considering a cruise you may be wondering if cruises go through the Bermuda Triangle and whether it is an area to be avoided. The Bermuda Triangle has a notorious reputation! In this article, we find out all … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Prima. Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid (Real Photos – I Stayed Onboard)

21/05/202531/07/2023

If you are taking a cruise on Norwegian Prima you may be wondering which cabin would suit you. I have just disembarked a cruise on Norwegian Prima after a wonderful trip to Bermuda. We sailed from New York City, a … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Prima Main Dining Room Hudson's

I Spent 7 Days on a LUXURY Megaship – Inside Norwegian Prima

21/05/202531/07/2023

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the most exciting cruise ships in the world. I braved the 10-deck drop slide and raced other passengers around a three-storey race track on the top decks. The cruise was onboard the … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Prima Go Kart Prima Speedway Emma Cruises

I Braved 5 of The SCARIEST Activities at Sea

21/05/202531/07/2023

On my last cruise, I conquered my fear of heights by plunging down a 10-storey slide! I challenged the fear of speed racing around a three-story Go-Kart track in the middle of the ocean. Some of the things I did … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Prima

Norwegian Prima – Full Photo Ship Tour (I Spent 7 Days Onboard) #ad

21/05/202511/07/2023

When I embarked Norwegian Prima in New York City I thought I knew what to expect. I took my first cruise with Norwegian when I was 11 years old and I’ve been on many Norwegian ships since then. It only … Read more

Tags bermuda, Drop slide, Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Prima, ship tour
norwegian prima balcony cabin

Inside my Favourite Balcony Cabin I’ve Ever Stayed In (Norwegian Prima)

21/05/202521/06/2023

I’ve been cruising for years and have stayed in balcony cabins on Norwegian cruise ships in the past, so when I boarded the Norwegian Prima and found my cabin, I thought I knew what to expect.  ad – This content … Read more

Tags cabin review, Norwegian Prima
norwegian prima balcony cabin

Norwegian Prima – Balcony Cabin – Real Review and Photo Guide (I Spent a Week Onboard)

21/05/202521/06/2023

If you are taking a cruise on Norwegian Prima, you may be wondering if a balcony cabin is a good option for you.  In this article, we look at what you will get if you book a standard balcony cabin. … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line
Hudsons main dining room

Everything I Ate on Norwegian Prima (Menus, Speciality and Included Dining) #ad

21/05/202524/05/2023

When I sailed on Norwegian Prima, I took a journey through food that included some seriously impressive cruise ship tech and immersive dining experiences that I will never forget.  I even tested a few new cruise food concepts along the … Read more

Tags food review, norwegian cruise, Norwegian Prima
Emma Cruises NCL Epic

Norwegian Epic – Cabins: Honest Reviews and Cabins to Avoid

15/10/202430/08/2021

In this post, we will look at all cabin grades available onboard the Norwegian Epic. I cruised in the Norwegian Epic in an inside cabin and had family members staying in a balcony cabin. The Norwegian Epic’s cabins are some … Read more

Tags cabin review, Norwegian Epic
Norwegian Encore Observation Lounge

Norwegian Encore Pictures – Complete Ship Photo Guide

15/03/202429/06/2020

In this article, we will explore all public areas onboard the Norwegian Encore. The tour begins with the restaurants on lower levels and ends on the highest deck. Information about each venue has been included as well – as are … Read more

Tags ncl, Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Encore
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