Rare dshefter Posted November 26, 2019 #126 Share Posted November 26, 2019 50 minutes ago, bkrickles1 said: Thanks again for providing both pics and commentary to your review. Please continue to update us on how crowded the pool deck (16) and the deck overlooking the pool (17) gets on sea days. I'm beginning to get cautiously optimistic that my group (only 3 of us) will not have any big problems lounging up on deck 17 on sea days, as we're accustomed to doing on all of our cruises. Like many on these forums, I was worried about how things would work out with Spice and the free sundeck space on 19 being eliminated. I'm an early riser who goes to the gym when it opens and is usually up on deck by around 7:30am finding my spot for the day, soaking in the whirlpool and deciding when to have my first bloody mary. I've gone back and forth over the past months thinking of attempting to get Vibe passes, but I've definitely decided against it now. We are unaffected by the crowds on sea days and my wife is a notorious people watcher/listener so she enjoys herself regardless. Lol. Anyway, thanks again and enjoy yourself. Thanks for the pics. Curious what the lines are like for the water slides. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare dshefter Posted November 26, 2019 #127 Share Posted November 26, 2019 44 minutes ago, bkrickles1 said: We saw Choir of Man on the Escape in the supper club in July, 2018, and it was the best, most fun show we've seen on a cruise ship. I knew they changed the set and probably the show for Encore, so we are super excited to see it again in January. We saw it on my wife's birthday on Escape and she was brought up on stage and serenaded to and so was my niece when they did the Pina Colada song. Great fun and great memories. We're booked for this show on the Encore for its 1/19 sailing. Sounds like a great show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starfish the second Posted November 26, 2019 #128 Share Posted November 26, 2019 subscribing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugzila1022 Posted November 26, 2019 #129 Share Posted November 26, 2019 12 hours ago, BirdTravels said: Don’t miss Choir of Man. Even if you have seen it on other ships like the Escape, this is an all new production using a two-story set with a live band. And don’t forget to show up early and have a pint of beer with the cast members on stage. Thanks so much for this review. I'm booked on the Dec 15 sailing and can't wait! Have heard Choir of Ma 12 hours ago, BirdTravels said: Don’t miss Choir of Man. Even if you have seen it on other ships like the Escape, this is an all new production using a two-story set with a live band. And don’t forget to show up early and have a pint of beer with the cast members on stage. Thanks so much for posting the great review! I'm booked in the Haven on the Dec 15 cruise and can't wait! Have heard great things about Choir of Man and will probably see them more than once! The Dailies and Menus you are posted are VERY helpful and much appreciated. Looking forward to the rest of the review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #130 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Water is suppose to be outside the ship. High pressure water line bursts over entrance to American Diner. IMG_5061.MOV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #131 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, dshefter said: Thanks for the pics. Curious what the lines are like for the water slides. The lines come and go. Just wait for them to die down Now is not the time. Edited November 26, 2019 by BirdTravels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #132 Share Posted November 26, 2019 20 hours ago, iguss said: Great pics! Any sign of shuffleboard being added? No shuffleboard. It is normally on Deck 7. But, on the Encore, Joy, and Bliss, lifeboats are stowed inboard so they ships can transit the Canal. So, the inside of Deck 7 is narrower and there is no deck space for shuffleboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutch50 Posted November 26, 2019 #133 Share Posted November 26, 2019 On 11/24/2019 at 5:18 PM, Cruising Latitude said: On this ship! We are moving! When we arrived at the port we were directed by deck number: odd number deck cabins go on terminal B and even deck cabins use terminal C. Thanks so much for this info. We are booked on deck 15 and edocs say terminal C. I’m gonna head to terminal B. You and BirdTravels are a wealth of info. Thanks for your input. ⚓️😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Deeliteful Posted November 26, 2019 #134 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Could you let me know if you can, is a flight of drinks (as in Mojito) available if you have upgraded your drinks package? thanks for the review x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #135 Share Posted November 26, 2019 56 minutes ago, dutch50 said: Thanks so much for this info. We are booked on deck 15 and edocs say terminal C. I’m gonna head to terminal B. You and BirdTravels are a wealth of info. Thanks for your input. ⚓️😎 This week, odd decks and Haven at B. Can’t tell you what huge are going to do next week. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNRcruisers Posted November 26, 2019 #136 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Great details - thank you! I am happy to see the waterfront area doesn't look crowded and the pool area just "normal sea day" crowded. I hope it stays that way. Do you know if the Vibe passes sold out? Sorry if you already answered this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JamieLogical Posted November 26, 2019 #137 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) 44 minutes ago, Deeliteful said: Could you let me know if you can, is a flight of drinks (as in Mojito) available if you have upgraded your drinks package? thanks for the review x Flights are 40% off with the Premium Plus Beverage Package, iirc. Edited November 26, 2019 by JamieLogical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Deeliteful Posted November 26, 2019 #138 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Just now, JamieLogical said: Flights are 40% off with the Premium Plus Beverage Package, iirc. Thanks. Just have to try them one by one then 😂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcipjr Posted November 26, 2019 #139 Share Posted November 26, 2019 1 hour ago, BirdTravels said: So, the inside of Deck 7 is narrower and there is no deck space for shuffleboard. Bird, is there still a Deck 7 Promenade, with (obstructed) views? I was wondering whether this was still a passenger-accessible space on these newer ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarlChilders Posted November 26, 2019 #140 Share Posted November 26, 2019 12 minutes ago, Deeliteful said: Thanks. Just have to try them one by one then 😂 I'll see you there. I like them all except haven't braved the Jalepeno one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Deeliteful Posted November 26, 2019 #141 Share Posted November 26, 2019 11 minutes ago, KarlChilders said: I'll see you there. I like them all except haven't braved the Jalepeno one. Has to be done! 🥴 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayteecat Posted November 26, 2019 #142 Share Posted November 26, 2019 @KarlChilders and @Deeliteful they are all great! The Jalapeno one may actually be my favorite. The coconut one is probably my least favorite because it's so sweet, but there's not a bad one among them. I always thought that was silly - beverage package holders have to pay for the flight, but can get them all as full-sizes for free? I just stopped by Sugarcane for my "mojito of the day" each day of my last Escape cruise. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #143 Share Posted November 26, 2019 45 minutes ago, dcipjr said: Bird, is there still a Deck 7 Promenade, with (obstructed) views? I was wondering whether this was still a passenger-accessible space on these newer ships. It is still passenger accessible. You can walk “around” the ship by cutting through the forward and aft elevator lobbies. It is a nicer view to walk around the waterfront one deck up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #144 Share Posted November 26, 2019 57 minutes ago, Deeliteful said: Thanks. Just have to try them one by one then 😂 That’s the best way to do it! The bartenders keep mixing mojitos and they are lined up for the next guest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #145 Share Posted November 26, 2019 It’s beginning to look like Christmas, everywhere you go.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #146 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Deck Report Loungers in the sun were hard to come by. Shady loungers easier. Waterfront was busy, but seats were available. Lots of seats in the Observation Lounge for those who enjoy air conditioned sunshine (and there are a lot of them). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #147 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Welcome to San Juan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea777 Posted November 26, 2019 #148 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Encore WebCam: https://www.ncl.com/shipcams/encorecam/fullsize.jpg click to refresh now and again Currently a nice shot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea777 Posted November 26, 2019 #149 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) BirdTravels: GREAT review and photos!! I was on the Encore TA and loved it. Tip: Q Smokehouse has the BEST crab cakes (as appetizer) we've ever tasted. Forget the Pitsmaster Platter (too dry), but the beef brisket is good. Our fave was Le Bistro - their filet steak was excellent. Cagney's lamb chops was great. ENJOY the remainder of your cruise! Edited November 26, 2019 by bluesea777 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted November 26, 2019 Author #150 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) The Card Room/Game Room/Library. Get your daily crossword and trivia here. Edited November 26, 2019 by BirdTravels 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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