Favourite ship in the NCL fleet?

[jpcdds6]

Here we go again. I did this a few years ago, but a few ships have come and gone since then. What's your choice and what stands out about her? I haven't been on them all, but we are platinum and have been sailing on Norwegian since 1997. My vote goes to the Gem. Great outdoors and the aft penthouses are two main reasons. PS I spelled it that way for our friends across the pond.

[biker@sea]

Norwegian Spirit #1

 

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[NYcruzzer]

Gem. Just the right size . Love Spinnaker lounge

 

 

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[crayola1932]

It's a tossup between the Sun and the Jewel. I believe the Jewel class is the best class of ships in the fleet--right size (not too big), yet plenty of room for all the amenities. Good coffee available in back end of buffet. And in particular I have enjoyed the staff on the Jewel a lot.

But there's a special place in my heart for the Sun. First of all, it has some of the most interesting itineraries. The staff clearly love their ship and take great pride in it. There are features that disappeared in newer ships (e.g. the deck outside the Spinnaker). Also, the balcony cabins are roomier than balcony cabins on newer ships.

[www3traveler]

(1) Any Jewel Class ship- especially The Jewel

 

(2) The Getaway- Did Her Transatlantic crossing in January 2016. Heading for my 8th, 9th and 10th cruises on Her in December (Christmas and New Year's).

 

(3) The Sun

[sid_9169]

The Escape! (Drops mic...)

[Laszlo]

The Sun for its pool deck and Huge mini suits.

[phill12386]

Hard choice...the Spirit is the perfect size ship but GA has the water front (specifically Sugarcane) which is all I need to be happy.

[jpcdds6]

The Escape! (Drops mic...)

I have never been on the Escape. What didn't you like?

[BirdTravels]

Escape. For the variety of food and beverage.

[rosebuds]

 

awwwww...........................thank you.

 

Been on Epic twice, loved the entertainment, not so much the ship. Also loved the staff, great outdoors and buffet station layout on the Jade. Going back on the Spirit soon, loved the style, size and nice international atmosphere of the ship!

[NLH Arizona]

Pearl - perfect size and great staff.

[jpcdds6]

Pearl - perfect size and great staff.

Great to know. Will be on the Pearl out of NOLA next year.

[Brad on a boat]

Different ships for different reasons.

 

My wife and I got engaged on the Sky at sail away, so even if it's the least interesting ship in the fleet, it will always be special.

 

Some of the amenities on the Getaway are fantastic, (Spa Thermal Suite, Illusionarium, 678 Ocean Place is a great meeting place, restaurants are spacious.) But we found some things lacking. The theatre, for instance, looks like an after-thought. And it's a common complaint, but it's the first ship we've been on that felt "crowded".

 

We really enjoyed the Jewel and Dawn. Seem to be the perfect size and never feel crowded. Doing the Gem in just a few weeks, couldn't be more excited!

 

But let's be honest...the best ship is the one you're going on next, right??

[cruisetimeforme]

Escape for the waterfront and Food Republic! Have her booked for two upcoming cruises

[mugtech]

Here we go again. I did this a few years ago, but a few ships have come and gone since then. What's your choice and what stands out about her? I haven't been on them all, but we are platinum and have been sailing on Norwegian since 1997. My vote goes to the Gem. Great outdoors and the aft penthouses are two main reasons. PS I spelled it that way for our friends across the pond.

 

Probably my favorite since I am on my 4th cruise next her, feel very at home.

[DMH15]

Corner aft PH on the Sun, my fave ship.

 

BTW, my fave cruise was in that suite. South America with excursion to Antarctica.

 

 

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[NLH Arizona]

Great to know. Will be on the Pearl out of NOLA next year.

Hopefully you will like her as much as I do. I'll be cruising on her out of New Orleans next December.

[david_sobe]

Hands down the Epic. The one...the only....the original...imitated but never duplicated

Still largest spa at sea

Still largest gym at sea

Largest and best Haven complex of any NCL ship

Posh

Best Spice H20 of any ship

Largest Bliss lounge of any NCL ship

 

 

I know I will be flamed for saying this :eek:

 

But they are all great!

Edited November 5, 2016 by david_sobe

[shark with a laser]

The Spirit or Jade. The Jade was just the right size and the front penthouse balconies are a great place to have coffee and watch as the ship sails into port. The Spirit has a unique beautiful decor, and the forward corner penthouses are the best accommodations I've ever been in.

 

 

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[DMH15]

Hands down the Epic. The one...the only....the original...imitated but never duplicated

Still largest spa at sea

Still largest gym at sea

Largest and best Haven complex of any NCL ship

Posh

Best Spice H20 of any ship

Largest Bliss lounge of any NCL ship

 

 

I know I will be flamed for saying this :eek:

 

But they are all great!

 

 

Your post makes me excited to be trying out everything you mention in 3 months from now.

 

Thank you!!!

 

 

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Edited November 5, 2016 by DMH15

[Stillfloatin']

The Pearl or Jewel. Love them both. Can't beat the jewel class ships for that sense of sailing. Larger ships have a disconnect between me and the sea.

[WYTinman]

Norwegian Spirit #1

 

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Hard choice...the Spirit is the perfect size ship but GA has the water front (specifically Sugarcane) which is all I need to be happy.

 

Add me to the Norwegian Spirit list

[jpcdds6]

Hopefully you will like her as much as I do. I'll be cruising on her out of New Orleans next December.

 

We are on the Dec. 5th 2017 sailing.

[OldestSurfer]

Escape.

 

But, it's the only NCL ship I have sailed.

 

Great food. All the speciality places were strong. Very friendly staff.

 

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