Clancampbell Posted October 6, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 6, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern. This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debnjoe1438 Posted October 6, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 6, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Thanks for posting. I've been on the Epic and getting ready to go again in January. This time with the kids and the grandkids. (I'm thinking the kids will love the ship) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser Bruiser Posted October 6, 2016 #3 Share Posted October 6, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Glad to read folks are still having an awesome time on Epic. I have sailed her twice and enjoyed both cruises very much. She's one of a kind! Sent from my SM-G930T using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted October 6, 2016 #4 Share Posted October 6, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Glad you enjoyed the Epic. We have sailed on her 5 times including a repositioning cruise after her dry dock last year. We always have enjoyed the Epic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting_Cruiser Posted October 7, 2016 #5 Share Posted October 7, 2016 I'm so glad your first cruise was fantastic! I sailed the Epic in March and have her booked for next September. Can't wait! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edawn Posted October 7, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Glad you enjoyed your cruise! We're on her in November. It's good to hear positive comments. Sent from my Moto G (4) using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted October 7, 2016 #7 Share Posted October 7, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app You said it best it was your first cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clancampbell Posted October 7, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted October 7, 2016 You said it best it was your first cruise. Correct, it was my first but that doesn't mean I am unable to identify when things are good. Things may or may not be better elsewhere and others may not have the same opinions as me but I have nothing but happy memories of my time on the Epic. That's all. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love.II.Cruise Posted October 7, 2016 #9 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Thank you for posting about the Epic and your trip! We sail NCL for the first time on the Epic at the end of the month. We can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KeithJenner Posted October 7, 2016 #10 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Correct, it was my first but that doesn't mean I am unable to identify when things are good. Things may or may not be better elsewhere and others may not have the same opinions as me but I have nothing but happy memories of my time on the Epic. That's all. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Absolutely. I'm glad you had a great time. I know you've been researching this for a while and it's always good to see people have had a good time. It's a shame this thread has already been taken downhill by someone who, for whatever reason, has to put down others opinions just because they don't agree with it. Your opinion is totally valid. Many people are having their first cruises. I'm glad you enjoyed yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clancampbell Posted October 7, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Absolutely. I'm glad you had a great time. I know you've been researching this for a while and it's always good to see people have had a good time. It's a shame this thread has already been taken downhill by someone who, for whatever reason, has to put down others opinions just because they don't agree with it. Your opinion is totally valid. Many people are having their first cruises. I'm glad you enjoyed yours. And can I take this opportunity to thank you Keith and everyone else who has offered helpful advice over the last couple of months. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chanman76 Posted October 7, 2016 #12 Share Posted October 7, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app Thats great to hear. We are booked on the Epic in February and after reading some of the negative comments here I was getting worried. I am starting to think a lot of comments posted here are made by some folk who would complain about anything no matter what level of service the received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love.II.Cruise Posted October 7, 2016 #13 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Thats great to hear. We are booked on the Epic in February and after reading some of the negative comments here I was getting worried. I am starting to think a lot of comments posted here are made by some folk who would complain about anything no matter what level of service the received. Some people just aren't happy unless they have something to complain about. ;) I know a few! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_sobe Posted October 7, 2016 #14 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Glad you had a great time. I hope to sail her again someday. I wish she would come back to Miami. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sissaaaaaa Posted October 7, 2016 #15 Share Posted October 7, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app We love Epic! Who is the cruise director now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SullytheBFG Posted October 7, 2016 #16 Share Posted October 7, 2016 We were on the Epic last week and also had a great time. The entertainment was brilliant. Would thoroughly recommend her and we have been on a few different ships and lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaWBarmy Posted October 7, 2016 #17 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Just been on the same cruise as OP and I honestly can't understand all the negativity. The Epic is a great ship. The cabins are great and well looked after by attentive stewards. The service was excellent and sometimes went beyond that. The food was top notch except for one late night snack at O'Sheehans, so one poor meal out of about 150 (there were 7 of us). My complaint isn't about the actual ship but more about NCL's insistence on trying to squeeze every penny out of you :mad: Before anybody says yeah but, I have sailed with NCL before. So Epic = great, NCL less so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fshagan Posted October 7, 2016 #18 Share Posted October 7, 2016 So glad you had a great cruise! It is really a great way to vacation, and we enjoyed the Epic too ... especially the entertainment. Both the "big show" and also the multiple venues with live music. We found the food very good and never felt the ship was especially crowded (a concern we had with all those people on board!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauhines Posted October 9, 2016 #19 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Glad you enjoyed your first cruise! We will be going on Epic in December, our first cruise with NCL. As long as I am not at work and in the sun, I will be happy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted October 9, 2016 #20 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Glad to read folks are still having an awesome time on Epic. I have sailed her twice and enjoyed both cruises very much. She's one of a kind! Sent from my SM-G930T using Forums mobile app Hi John. We remember you from the "shortened" ex dry dock cruise last October. We are doing the TA at the end of the month and can't wait to get back on board. We actually booked this one while we were onboard last year and it will be our 4th Epic adventure. Best regards Elaine and Lysle Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkCheshire Posted October 9, 2016 #21 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I got off the Epic only a matter of hours ago, this morning in Barcelona. Too tired now to write a full review - but will do over the coming days. Suffice to say we've had a wonderful holiday. Only gripe (and it became amusing in the end) was the number of people who seem to get more enjoyment out of complaining about everything, than enjoying their holiday!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted October 9, 2016 #22 Share Posted October 9, 2016 To anyone sailing on the Epic for the first time and reading any threads that are full of negativity, please do not let them put you off or cause you any concern.This was my first cruise so have nothing to compare the experience with but I can tell you me and my DW have had the most wonderful time. Accommodation, entertainment, staff, food, itinerary etc were all top notch and we can't wait to have enough money to sail on the Epic again. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Forums mobile app So glad you had a great first cruise! I LOVE the Epic, she's my favourite ship, followed closely by Escape. Some people have an issue with the bathrooms in the cabins, but you can make it work. I've traveled with 2 girlfriends in a balcony and had no issues at all. I love the quirkiness of Epic, I can't wait to be back on in a few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callmehalia Posted October 9, 2016 #23 Share Posted October 9, 2016 We just got off the Epic today and had a lovely time - she's a lovely ship and while there are of course pros and cons, there is absolutely no reason to avoid a cruise on the Epic. Pedro was the cruise director. He's always around and I'm pretty sure he never sleeps, but he's always very friendly :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting_Cruiser Posted October 9, 2016 #24 Share Posted October 9, 2016 We just got off the Epic today and had a lovely time - she's a lovely ship and while there are of course pros and cons, there is absolutely no reason to avoid a cruise on the Epic. Pedro was the cruise director. He's always around and I'm pretty sure he never sleeps, but he's always very friendly :) Pedro was the CD when I was on the Epic in March. He's the first CD who's actually made a difference in my cruising experience (not a huge difference, but a difference!). I really liked him (except "the voice from the ceiling comment every single time...). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 9, 2016 #25 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I am happy you have the cruise bug and enjoyed the Epic. We are going again on her next spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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