A comparison please

[smithsheff]

Hi

We normally cruise with Thomson, now Marcella, but looking to do Alaska which Thomson's don't do.

Has any one been on both, we particularly want the all inclusive drinks and freedom dinning.

Is there much difference in the atmosphere on board.

Are the excursions similarly run, which has the best food, entertainment, activities etc.....

Cheers

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[NMLady]

Which cruise line?

[don't-use-real-name]

LINK to Marcella (Thomson):

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marella_Cruises

 

Not traveled on Thomson but at a glance compare it to the smaller ships of Holland America

that do cruise Alaska.

[smithsheff]

Which cruise line?

hi

NCL compared to Thomsons, though any others that do the freedom dining and inclusive drinks would also be great. :D

[Huntingdon1701]

The Norwegian ships are all bigger, so you'll find more choice of restaurants and bars than on Marella (as well as more people). The biggest Norwegian ships will have more in terms of waterslides, rope courses etc if that appeals. I think you'd probably be on one of those if you did Alaska, so you'd experience the biggest and best of NCL.

[Sauer-kraut]

Very casual on board attire, no dressing up for dinner. Drinks prices are higher on NCL, but if you are taking the beverage package you'll be fine. Cabins are small -- very small. Very relaxed atmosphere on board. For excursions go to the Alaska ports of call board for ideas. You will find LOTS to do in Alaska.