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But Norwegian Bliss can only mimic a small upscale vessel to a certain extent. Whoever said, “there’s nothing 6 gallons of ice cream can’t fix” has clearly never had to disembark a cruise ship, but I did my best to enjoy my giant sundae from Coco’s anyway. I noted that prices have gone up at Coco’s since I cruised last.
Day 7
This 90-minute original production is a narrative musical about a family that owns a night club, the Palace of Lights. It includes several original songs and a cast of singers and dancers telling the story of one night in Havana. Even after a second viewing, I still found the show to be just okay, whereas the Princess was fond of the performance. With plenty of time before we had scheduled to meet our group, we strolled around the ship. While on Deck 7, we grabbed a drink at the Skyline Bar located in the casino.
Day 4 Glacier Bay, Alaska
Norwegian Bliss is a Breakaway-Plus class ship, which is currently the largest in Norwegian Cruise Line’s fleet. This high-tech vessel includes the largest go-kart race track at sea, an outdoor laser tag course, as well as signature entertainment. The Observation Lounge on Deck 15 might be one of the most impressive features of the ship, offering small bites, a bar, and some of the most amazing vistas of the surrounding Alaskan landscapes all from the comfort of indoors. Cruise Hive was established back in 2008 and among the earliest blogs in the industry. Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines.
From Seattle, Washington, (United States) to Seattle, Washington, (United States)
With 7 cruise ships sailing from 6 departure ports, including land and sea packages on our Alaska Cruisetours, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From action-packed wilderness adventures and extraordinary sightseeing on our shore excursions, to an extended sailing season, there are plenty of opportunities to find the perfect Alaska cruise vacation designed for you. With ships custom-built to help you see nature at its most majestic, you can witness whales breaching the surface, marvel at spectacular glaciers, and experience everything Alaska has to offer. When you cruise with Norwegian, the awe of Alaska stays with you throughout your vacation. And while there’s a ton to do for those not content to relax and eat for 168 hours straight (me), it’s not ideal for anyone looking for a more serene experience. I also hesitate in recommending it for the 7-day Alaska itinerary from Seattle (even though I’ve done it twice myself), especially for those who haven’t cruised to Alaska before.
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On May 24, 2017, at Meyer Werft shipyard (Papenburg) was held the vessel's keel-laying ceremony. During the special event, the first block (out of 90) was lifted into the yard's covered shipbuilding hall. The ceremony was attended by Andy Stuart (NCL's President and CEO).
Laser Tag
It's simply a refined indoor haven of calm, and we've never seen anything quite like it on a mainstream ship. If you’re fortunate, as I am, to have visited Alaska many times, the Bliss is awesome on port days when most passengers are off the ship. In fact, on my first cruise on the Bliss with my son, we stayed onboard for the majority of our time in port and practically had the entire ship to ourselves. That’s when the Bliss is really fun and you can fully appreciate all she has to offer! After dinner I attended Jersey Boys which is one of the things that keep me coming back to the NCL mega ships despite the 400 flights of stairs I have to climb each day. The full-length broadway style shows, including this one, are phenomenal and seeing them for free (well, sort of)…at sea…feels like the ultimate life hack.
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In total, more than 800,000 unique passengers will embark from the cruise port in the next few months, until Norwegian Bliss closes the season with her October 26 departure. All passengers regardless of their home country, citizenship or country of residency are responsible for obtaining the proper documentation for travel. This includes passports and visas for any country they may visit during their trip. It is a nice space to watch the scenery so stake a claim on a space early if you want to sit there while sailing close to the glaciers. However, there are times on your days at sea when they also play recorded lectures about Alaska geography and wildlife. You will probably want to be in the Observation Lounge while sailing past icebergs in Glacier Bay so be sure to scope out seats early on that day.
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To show her appreciation, she provided us with a bottle of sake! Needless to say, several of us worked hard to finish that bottle throughout the dinner. These Instagram-worthy desserts were as delicious as they looked. It was tough to pick a favorite, but I was more a fan of the milkshake than the sundae.
Make the Most of Our Second to Last Night
But the tram wasn’t open for the season yet, so I wouldn’t have the option of taking it back down the mountain (which I don’t usually do anyway, but psychologically I like having the option). Think of it as your travel companion, helping you experience an unforgettable cruise vacation every step of the way. Leisure days at sea, exciting moonlit nights, and nothing to distract from the journey ahead. Alaska is home to more than 30,000 grizzlies, but the state’s cruise industry is experiencing anything but a bear market as momentum of last year’s record-breaking season is expected to continue in 2024.
We found the mini-golf course tucked behind the race track on deck 19. We also strolled the Waterfront, trying to burn off some of the calories we just devoured. With the nice weather still in full effect, we grabbed some cocktails from the Sugarcane Mojito bar and relaxed on the couches on the Waterfront for a while. To the Food Republic right before 7 pm, we had to wait a few minutes for our friends to show up, wine in hand, of course. You can not make reservations at this venue, but it is never that busy either, as it is not part of the Norwegian Specialty Dining package.
Inside this specialty restaurant, there were two reservation areas, one for the go-karts and laser tag and a second for entertainment reservations. Norwegian Bliss is only one ship that is part of the 275 planned sailings from the Port of Seattle this year. Up next is Carnival Spirit with her first departure on April 23, followed by Norwegian Encore departing on April 28. The best way for nature lovers in search of rustic elegance to experience Denali and the heart of Alaska's wilderness. For enthusiasts with limited time looking to discover Alaska’s historic and extreme ways of life. This tour features a Denali Park visit and an overview of Alaska’s Golden Heart City.
Anyway, if you need me I’m in bed crying into my mac ‘n cheese and working up the strength to venture out to Coco’s to spend my last $11 in onboard credit on a giant ice cream sundae to further eat my sorrows. When I checked the forecast this morning it looked like rain and temps hovering around 35 degrees so I suited up like a deep sea fisherman risking life and limb for her daily catch despite a promised hurricane. I sought out some standing puddles just so my rain boots wouldn’t start looking for alternate employment. But from the inside after I’d already sweat through three base layers. Let's take a quick food tour of Norwegian Bliss — complete with appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
Entertainment options also include the NCL's FIREWORKS show (on each voyage), "Rock of Ages", "Cirque Dreams", "Illusionarium" (magicians show). Follows the complete list of Norwegian Bliss lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults. Pool Deck 16 has 2 swimming pools (located away from the deck's center) and cantilevered whirlpools (hot tubs over the ship's sides). A water fun kids zone (on the top deck) has splash pads, tipping buckets, water cannons, and slides. Follows the complete list of Norwegian Bliss restaurants and food bars. The 82 Studios (designed for solo travelers) are with virtual views and exclusive access to Studio Lounge.
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