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Our Haven Experience on the Norwegian Encore
We sailed on the Norwegian Encore December 17-24, 2023 from Miami to the Caribbean. We had Haven accommodations and we wanted to share this video showing some of the highlights of our experience with the Haven, Norwegian's Ship-within-a-ship concept. This isn't meant to be a comprehensive review of the Haven or our cabin, but, rather, highlights of our personal experiences.
Being right before Christmas, the Encore was packed at somewhere over 4,800 passengers, way above its double occupancy capacity of 3,998 passengers. There were several families and multi-families sailing together for the holidays. It was the perfect time for us to be booked at the Haven to see how different the experience would be.
We stayed at the Haven Spa Suite 15264, which was at the aft stern side of the ship, deck 15. This was outside the main Haven enclosure in the forward from Decks 17-19, but it was right under the spa and gym area. This cabin had a spa/jacuzzi inside, a balcony, and came with full access to the Mandara Spa area, which included an inside pool, hot bath, sauna, steam room, salt room, snow room, cushioned and heated loungers, as well as lockers for men and women. Spa access isn't included in any other Haven type rooms (unfortunately, Norwegian is removing spa access starting in 2024, so this was one of the last times this benefit would be available to Spa Suites).
Hope you find this video informative, especially if you're considering booking a Haven cabin in your cruise. Feel free to drop any questions in the comments.
Happy sailings into 2024!!!
Being right before Christmas, the Encore was packed at somewhere over 4,800 passengers, way above its double occupancy capacity of 3,998 passengers. There were several families and multi-families sailing together for the holidays. It was the perfect time for us to be booked at the Haven to see how different the experience would be.
We stayed at the Haven Spa Suite 15264, which was at the aft stern side of the ship, deck 15. This was outside the main Haven enclosure in the forward from Decks 17-19, but it was right under the spa and gym area. This cabin had a spa/jacuzzi inside, a balcony, and came with full access to the Mandara Spa area, which included an inside pool, hot bath, sauna, steam room, salt room, snow room, cushioned and heated loungers, as well as lockers for men and women. Spa access isn't included in any other Haven type rooms (unfortunately, Norwegian is removing spa access starting in 2024, so this was one of the last times this benefit would be available to Spa Suites).
Hope you find this video informative, especially if you're considering booking a Haven cabin in your cruise. Feel free to drop any questions in the comments.
Happy sailings into 2024!!!
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Holland America Rotterdam Cabin Review - Venranda / Balcony Cabin 8046
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This is a review of the veranda type cabin 8046 on Holland America's Rotterdam, one of the newest ships on the fleet. We took the Rotterdam from Amsterdam to Norway where we enjoyed some spectacular views from our balcony. The balcony cabin is located mid-ship, facing portside. It's one deck below the Lido buffet area and the spa/gym area, so these are easy to get to by walking up one flight of...
Soothing Waters of the Calm North Sea
มุมมอง 173ปีที่แล้ว
Sharing this short video of the mesmerizing blue calm waters of the North Sea I captured while sailing. May it bring peace and calm to all you who view this short video and encourage you to follow your call to explore the world...
Exploring Oslo, Norway via Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - Quick Preview of Sights Seen in this Amazing City!
มุมมอง 135ปีที่แล้ว
Sharing the sights seen in Oslo, Norway's capital, from the POV of taking the Hop-On Hop-Off bus. We came in via cruise on the Holland America Rotterdam and there are 2 companies providing similar services - Hop-On Hop-Off and City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off. Both seem very similar in their offering. Cost was 450 Norwegian Krone (about $42) per person. This is a great and more cost effective wa...
Riding the Flåmsbana, one of the World's Most Beautiful Train Journeys in Norway (Flåm Railway)
มุมมอง 289ปีที่แล้ว
Sharing this experience of taking Flåm Railway's Flåmsbana from Flåm, Norway to Myrdal, Norway. The trip is almost an hour each way with a short stop at Myrdal before coming back. The total trip was a little over 2 hours. Train tickets get sold out quickly, especially if there's a cruise line docked. It's highly recommended tickets are purchased in advance. We bought our tickets from Norway's B...
Flåm Sailaway Summer of 2023 Down the Aurlandsfjord on Holland America's Rotterdam
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Sailing away from Flåm on Holland America's Rotterdam and enjoying the beautiful scenic view of the Aurlandsfjord. This was in summer, August 2023. Very lush and green. Perfect temperature in the 70sF. If you're thinking of visiting Norway, hopefully this video of Flåm and its fjord inspire you to check out that area. Another video of the famous Flåm railway will also be posted.
Staying at the Mövenpick Hotel in Amsterdam for a Cruise
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Sharing this roaming experience for the benefit of our viewers, particularly those who might be looking for a place to stay before a cruise in Amsterdam. We decided to stay at the Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam because it was right beside the cruise port where we would be hopping on our Holland America Cruise on the Rotterdam. There are other cruise lines that leave from this area, too, like Norwegi...
Exploring Amsterdam's Central Station (Amsterdam Centraal)
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This video shows the sights and areas within and around Amsterdam Centraal, including where to buy tickets. No narration, but just meant to familiarize the area for viewers who have never been there. Amsterdam has a very robust public transportation system. The main hub is the Central Station known as Amsterdam Centraal. Trains from the Schipol International airport (AMS) end here (about 18-20 ...
Flying Out of Amsterdam Schipol Airport (AMS) in the Netherlands
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A short video, without narration, showing the departure process and sights in the Amsterdam Schipol international airport (AMS). Remember to check in-online early! They have a self check-in section for check-in luggage. It doesn't always work as it showed an invalid error when we tried it, but, luckily, they have a couple of counters for staff to help passengers check-in their luggage if the se...
Flying Into Amsterdam's Schipol International Airport (AMS) and the Shipol Railway Station
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A short video, with no narration, of a flight arrival at Schipol airport (AMS), the baggage claim area, and the Schipol Railway Station where you can easily get to downtown Amsterdam and different parts of the Netherlands. Schipol is a very neat airport with some notable features, like anti-luggage congestion in its baggage claim conveyor belts, and fully automated luggage check-in. It's also v...
Scenes from Flying Out of Ontario Airport (California, Aug 2023)
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A short video, with no narration, showing take off from the Ontario International Airport (ONT) in Southern California on a Delta Airline flight to Seattle. It's one of our favorite airports to fly out of because it's clean, orderly and doesn't have the traffic and craziness of larger airports like LAX. You can see the unpretentious Mount Baldy in the background. The plane eventually veers nort...
Frequent Flyer Program Basics - You're Signed Up, Right???
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If you fly and haven't enrolled in frequent flyer programs (FFPs), you're leaving money on the table and missing out on lots of benefits! This video goes over some frequent flyer program basics, including how to sign-up for them, how you earn them, and how to use them for various benefits. Frequent flyer programs don't cost anything to enroll in, yet many travelers don't enroll and maximize the...
Important Things to Do When Boarding Your Cruise Ship on Day 1!
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It's important to be aware of some essential travel preparations for your upcoming cruise. A smooth embarkation process and a satisfying cruise depend heavily on knowing some key things you need to take action on right before your cruise and as soon as you get on the ship. This video goes over a number of these important details in a succinct way. Things to keep in mind include: 1. Checking in ...
How to Get Free Cruises and Perks from Casino Play!
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Not many travelers know that they can earn cruising credits, perks and even free cabins by playing in the cruise ship casinos. This video goes over at a high level how cruise ship casino player programs work, as well as how land based casinos can give discounted or free cruises to players. Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America, Celebrity Cruises, MSC Crui...
Review of Norwegian Prima's Front Facing Balcony Cabin 10100
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This is a review of the new Norwegian Prima cruise ship's front facing balcony cabin. Not many Norwegian ships offer balcony cabins in the front of the ship. The new Leonardo class ships (built in Italy) do, and the Prima is the first of them that started sailing in 2022. This video reviews this mini-suite room and focuses on the experience of the front balcony, which is unlike mid-ship balconi...
Last January we we had cruise with Princess I had 8000 points wife had 9000 points we never got one free drink fair to say casino manager gave me a bottle of red wine that retail at $5.90 AUD WAS TOLD will get email offers none to date I contacted the player club by email was told I will get response after 2 days now it's 3 months nothing happen contacted my cruise manager from princess she hasn't got any idea but took me details to investigate All princess promotions are lies I even promised a present during my cruise for introducing 4 friends never got anything Now princess lost me as a passenger they never honour what they promise or may be princess agent isca liar may be Princess players club not for Australian passengers
Thanks. Keep up the good videos!
Why was there no butler shown doing their job?
Where was that buffet spread? In the Haven? Is there any food or drink in the Haven that has an upcharge? I'm not hearing about food brought to your room cost!
The buffet spread was at the Haven dining room for breakfast. That's the only time I'm aware they have any sort of buffet there. You can also request food brought to your room by your butler. If it's from the specialty restaurants, there will be an extra charge. But if it's from the Haven dining room or other included restaurants, then no charge. The butler also brings sandwiches and snacks to the cabin every afternoon.
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Can you use cash?
Yes, cash is ALWAYS welcome in the cruise ship casinos. :) Note that cruise lines like Norwegian and Royal Caribbean may only accept US Dollars for cash.
Automated voice is a big minus, as is the stock footage.
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Excellent information! I hope you continue to provide such content. Subscribed to the channel.
Thank you so much, Alice! I'll try my best to upload more! Wishing you many fun and safe travels in 2024!
The glass is to block the wind. If it is raining it's not available as a balcony when the rain is driven into the balcony.
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Wow! So many things to consider! 🤔😂
Thanks for the very informative review. Makes me think, if I want to try Norwegian Prima??? Depending on the pricing, food, activities and "crowd", I might try it.
Very thorough!
Very helpful and informative!!! 👍👍👍
Very helpful!