Now that you've sailed on both the Prima and Viva, which do you prefer? I know they are sister ships. Any differences? Either one just seem better to you?
I was on Norwegian prima 6 months ago and I thought it was the worst cruise ship I've ever went on. I've been on six different cruises. The food wasn't that great the desserts get brought on board frozen and then defrosted. half the things on the ship did not work like the slides, water slides, miniature golf and game room all the onboard entertainment you could not see because there are too many people on the ship to be able to get a seat at any of the shows. You had to make reservations real far in advance. Never had to do that with any other ship before and this was a new ship. Lol
It blows my mind that almost all of the activities on board are up charged, wanna golf-upcharge, wanna shoot darts-upcharge, wanna go to arcade-upcharge, wanna go kart-upcharge (this being the only one I can justify paying extra for). Wanna do anything but sleep and eat buffet-sorry that cost extra!
I'm seeing a trend post authoritarian lockdowns. These companies are getting brazen with nickel and diming customers. We shouldn't have to pay for their poor decisions if the last few years. Looks like land based trips for me going forward. F these companies
Looks like a nice ship. Saying that NCL is always priced high and based on this video the majority of the attactions are further pay to play which makes it well into premium territory. The nickel and dining NCL is known for is very real here it seems.
Production and editing quality is on point with this vid. You are getting really good at this! I'm not a cruiser and only have been on one NCL years ago an no plans to anytime soon. Not for sure why I stick around but I am! Keep it up!
It definitely convinced me to have another look at NCL. I haven't been on one of their ships in quite a long time, but I do like that it's not one of those absurd "mega ships" catering to 5,000+ passengers.
Oh yes, I got a lot out of this video and the ship is gorgeous!!!! Thank you for such a detailed viewing, you’re very knowledgeable and this video, alone shows why your vlogs are climbing to the top!!! You’re on the way to becoming number uno, and “that’s a fact, Jack”,….. or should I say “Jay” 😂😂😂😂 You two enjoy the rest of the cruise ❤️❤️🛳️🛳️
I love cruising. In fact, leaving again in a few weeks for Alaska this time. I have viewed MANY videos for different cruise ships, (mainly Norwegian as they are my favorite), and destinations for future trips. I must say, that I find your videos pleasing, and concise, with no extra "banter" trying to be funny or cute. The video work was smooth, annunciation was fantastic. Really a great job, well done. I'm a follower now. Thanks for all you do for us cruisers.
NCL always nickel and dimes folk, although I'd probably pay for Vibe, or the Haven of course. In the spa, I wonder if they have the heated chases like they do on the Gem. Wish this ship was coming to NYC.
I'm not 6 minutes into the video and I'm shocked how much extra most of these activities are!! Nickle and Diming is right! $10 for minigolf? $8 for the motorcycle arcade game. And the escape room - Absolute Joke!!! I do get charging for the go-karts, "top golf", maybe that upside down VR ride/game.
J such a great overview of this beautiful new NCL ship!! I’ve sailed on most of NCL’s fleet and hope to add this one in 2024. You really gave a complete and easy to follow tour. Thank you so much!!
Looking fabulous. You, the lady behind the camera😅, ( bonjour @Lauren ) and the ship. It looks like a place I could easily enjoy a week or a month of, money & time permitting. As a middle age person the idea of an exclusive ship within a ship is appealing. Not all of us want the excitement of party town or kids. Love kids of course but yep, I understand the mindset. This could be an excellent ship & line for someone looking for a 1st cruise between ghetto and ultra-luxury say silverseas type. Thanks J and Lauren. Enjoy your trip and time together. Really I am very happy for you two that you found each other. I wish you both every happiness.❤❤
Thanks for a great tour! Wasn't to long, Wasn't to short. I have been looking forward to a Viva vlog! Sailing in Feb through the Caribbean 🏝 can't wait
Thank you got this very detailed review of the Viva! My family and I are cruising on this next year in Europe and it was a great way to really see all the ship has to offer!
Dude! This is great! Thank you for a very thorough tour. We are sailing in September and staying in the Haven. I am so excited and this vid just made more excited. Thanks again!
J thank you for a full ship video of everything greatly appreciated. You give the best very best coverage. Hope you continue this. You even include the smoke areas really appreciate that. Now you have me thinking about NCL. Grest job you and Lauren make a great couple. ❤
Really enjoyed this video. The Viva is gorgeous and your highlights of the different areas were great. Hubby and I are big fans of NCL and favor the smaller ships.
Justin, this was an awesome ship tour review! This ship looks so beautiful. In October I will be going on the Carnival Panorama and in January on the Carnival Conquest. I can't wait for these cruises. I appreciate all your content.
Enjoyed the video on JTheNomad and really liked the in depth walk through. We get to see the joy and happiness that cruises bring you. Need more of the tours or even some vlog style videos. Get to see the fun ShipLife that some of your friends and fans talk about in your older videos. 🎉😊
Outstanding overview of NCL Viva. We are Celebrity Edge class cruisers. Frankly, we hadn't given NCL much thought until we watch your video while cruising You Tube. Now we are like .... "heck yeah, we are there" ! We enjoy you engaging personality and candid reviews as reflected in this and practically every other video we've watched in you channel. Our humble thank you for further enhancing our smart cruiser experiences.
Fantastic blog. You are getting better and better at the craft. I’m booked on this lovely ship next year. Pity about all the nickel and diming NCL does. ❤
Wow I have never sailed I need to start booking very soon not ashamed to say I have ben Loyal to Royal. Hey Lauren enjoy your cruise it's nice to see you back o the channel. Yup gotta look into NCL right now!!! Thank you for doing such an incredible job to bring us the in and outs and updates.
Justin this was one of your top videos! The ship is absolutely gorgeous but very expensive. Seems you have to pay for almost every experience. I have only been on Celebrity and it was very nice but didn't have all of the bells and whistles. I was on the Carnival Destiny on my honeymoon in 1998 but have no memories of it. Maybe that's why we divorced. Lol. I really loved your review of this ship. Thankyou and love you from your #1 fan from Ft. Lauderdale.❤😊
Jay this was awesome. Ypu seemed so ocmfortable and the fact u did it while everyone was at port was great bc ypu got full access to everything. Lauren youre hired as camera woman!
Thank you for all the information. We are booked to be on this ship next year out of Lisbon. I've been waiting for you to post videos of this ship so I can plan all the fun I want to have on the boat 🚢 we will be enjoyong that haven side too. Can't wait!
Nice tour of the ship. We are booked for January sailing from San Juan. We are really looking forward to being on a brand new ship. My SIL is gonna love the VR area.
Going on this ship in August cannot wait thanks for showing it and the ideas and that we need to get to the band stuff early going to hit that gym while as well
I'll be going on this ship in Feb 2024. The ship is beautiful and full of attractions. It's a newer ship and we paid for it $$$. The issue I have is after paying thousands to go it, hardly anything is complimentary. Our excursions were several hundred dollars more which is to be expected but on board there is an upcharge for everything and it looks like a mall on water. I hope we have a relaxing time and I'll check back in after we cruise on it.
I am on the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Sea ship now ! 7 years ago I was on the Norwegian 🚢 and stayed in the Haven! Best experience ever with the Butlers, check in process, special dining, private pools and vip access to the shows!
Thank you so much for the review, I was wondering if the venues were going to be slightly bigger than the Prima’s, but I guess they are not, and the rest of the Prima class ships will be the same. Hope you an Lauren enjoyed your cruise.
Next time try Los Lobos. I had dinner there on the Prima during an inaugural sailing and it was delicious. It was a very good tour and review of the ship. Thanks!
Thx for the tour. I didn't realize the inaugural was before Nov. I'm booked for March 2024. Boy they really nickle & dime you to death. Looking forward to your reviews on the Viva.
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Now that you've sailed on both the Prima and Viva, which do you prefer? I know they are sister ships. Any differences? Either one just seem better to you?
I was on Norwegian prima 6 months ago and I thought it was the worst cruise ship I've ever went on. I've been on six different cruises. The food wasn't that great the desserts get brought on board frozen and then defrosted. half the things on the ship did not work like the slides, water slides, miniature golf and game room all the onboard entertainment you could not see because there are too many people on the ship to be able to get a seat at any of the shows. You had to make reservations real far in advance. Never had to do that with any other ship before and this was a new ship. Lol
The level of this detailed cruise ship review is unmatched IMO
The quality video footage along with commentary comes together very well.
It blows my mind that almost all of the activities on board are up charged, wanna golf-upcharge, wanna shoot darts-upcharge, wanna go to arcade-upcharge, wanna go kart-upcharge (this being the only one I can justify paying extra for). Wanna do anything but sleep and eat buffet-sorry that cost extra!
Yeah, cruising is supposed be worry free, count me out.
Got to boost that stock price somehow! Sad to see this is slowly becoming the norm
I'm seeing a trend post authoritarian lockdowns. These companies are getting brazen with nickel and diming customers. We shouldn't have to pay for their poor decisions if the last few years. Looks like land based trips for me going forward. F these companies
This was my perception of NCL over 10 years ago when I sailed with them. I see they haven't changed much.
Yup for the first time we r looking into land vaca which I know will also be expensive but the up charges are out of control! So frustrating
Very Nice, seems like a lot of Extra charges
Looks like a nice ship. Saying that NCL is always priced high and based on this video the majority of the attactions are further pay to play which makes it well into premium territory. The nickel and dining NCL is known for is very real here it seems.
Sailed with both NCL and similarly priced Princess, I'd pick NCL's tons of paid options all day long over Princess's lack of options at all.
That’s why it’s geared to older people
Production and editing quality is on point with this vid. You are getting really good at this! I'm not a cruiser and only have been on one NCL years ago an no plans to anytime soon. Not for sure why I stick around but I am! Keep it up!
Same here haha - I think there's just something relaxing about picturing yourself there for a brief moment, even if you never plan to actually go!
As someone who has not cruised before, this is tempting to be my first...
Make it happen, you will have an Amazing time. 💪🏾
It definitely convinced me to have another look at NCL. I haven't been on one of their ships in quite a long time, but I do like that it's not one of those absurd "mega ships" catering to 5,000+ passengers.
The venues are absurdly small though
@dylpickle6123 I saw that. I watched an in depth walk through on another channel, and some of those venues only seat, like, 20 people. That's insane.
Oh yes, I got a lot out of this video and the ship is gorgeous!!!! Thank you for such a detailed viewing, you’re very knowledgeable and this video, alone shows why your vlogs are climbing to the top!!! You’re on the way to becoming number uno, and “that’s a fact, Jack”,….. or should I say “Jay” 😂😂😂😂
You two enjoy the rest of the cruise ❤️❤️🛳️🛳️
Great video Jay. I like that NCL hasn't gone the route of the megaships. Great size and it seems a little upscale.
It is an upscale kind. Cruising Nov. 6
Wait, NCL is NOT a megaship?!
You telling me they make even larger ships?!
Very nice tour of the Viva. I am booked on Viva for her transatlantic in November- Lisbon to Miami. How is the wifi? Does Viva have Starlink?
Wow! This was awesome Jay! I loved this tour video. We’ve never been on the Norwegian cruise line, but this makes us want to go. Thanks
That was an excellent and enjoyable tour of the Viva, Jay. It looks amazing. I loved the peeks at Laurene throughout too. Thanks!
I love cruising. In fact, leaving again in a few weeks for Alaska this time. I have viewed MANY videos for different cruise ships, (mainly Norwegian as they are my favorite), and destinations for future trips. I must say, that I find your videos pleasing, and concise, with no extra "banter" trying to be funny or cute. The video work was smooth, annunciation was fantastic. Really a great job, well done. I'm a follower now. Thanks for all you do for us cruisers.
Great look at the latest greatest from NCL ! Ty for the exceptional Tour !
NCL always nickel and dimes folk, although I'd probably pay for Vibe, or the Haven of course. In the spa, I wonder if they have the heated chases like they do on the Gem. Wish this ship was coming to NYC.
I'm not 6 minutes into the video and I'm shocked how much extra most of these activities are!! Nickle and Diming is right! $10 for minigolf? $8 for the motorcycle arcade game. And the escape room - Absolute Joke!!! I do get charging for the go-karts, "top golf", maybe that upside down VR ride/game.
100% correct! I will not give them my money because I hate that aspect.
Thts why they doing bad bd treating their employees bad
This ship is so amazing I had to share your video with my wife and friend's from work.. great job on the video!
J such a great overview of this beautiful new NCL ship!! I’ve sailed on most of NCL’s fleet and hope to add this one in 2024. You really gave a complete and easy to follow tour. Thank you so much!!
Thanks Jay for the great tour. Happened to be booking an Alaskan cruise on NCL as we speak. Love what you do! ❤xoxo❤ G
Looking fabulous. You, the lady behind the camera😅, ( bonjour @Lauren ) and the ship. It looks like a place I could easily enjoy a week or a month of, money & time permitting. As a middle age person the idea of an exclusive ship within a ship is appealing. Not all of us want the excitement of party town or kids. Love kids of course but yep, I understand the mindset. This could be an excellent ship & line for someone looking for a 1st cruise between ghetto and ultra-luxury say silverseas type.
Thanks J and Lauren. Enjoy your trip and time together. Really I am very happy for you two that you found each other. I wish you both every happiness.❤❤
Thanks for a great tour! Wasn't to long, Wasn't to short. I have been looking forward to a Viva vlog! Sailing in Feb through the Caribbean 🏝 can't wait
Thank you got this very detailed review of the Viva! My family and I are cruising on this next year in Europe and it was a great way to really see all the ship has to offer!
Dude! This is great! Thank you for a very thorough tour. We are sailing in September and staying in the Haven. I am so excited and this vid just made more excited. Thanks again!
Loved the vlog Jay. You did an excellent job as usual. You gave a detailed tour of this beautiful ship.
Jay you have the best ship tours, you get to the location, quick explanation, the highlights and on to the next. Safe travels good sir!
It looks like a beautiful ship!! I enjoy the full ship tour. It made me want to check out NCL for our next cruise.
J thank you for a full ship video of everything greatly appreciated. You give the best very best coverage. Hope you continue this. You even include the smoke areas really appreciate that. Now you have me thinking about NCL. Grest job you and Lauren make a great couple. ❤
Really enjoyed this video. The Viva is gorgeous and your highlights of the different areas were great.
Hubby and I are big fans of NCL and favor the smaller ships.
That ship is absolutely gorgeous ❤Thanks J.
Justin, this was an awesome ship tour review! This ship looks so beautiful. In October I will be going on the Carnival Panorama and in January on the Carnival Conquest. I can't wait for these cruises. I appreciate all your content.
Enjoyed the video on JTheNomad and really liked the in depth walk through. We get to see the joy and happiness that cruises bring you. Need more of the tours or even some vlog style videos. Get to see the fun ShipLife that some of your friends and fans talk about in your older videos. 🎉😊
Great tour. Your give one of the best. Your filming/direction is great and using Lauren in some quick action shots really made it look professional.
Beautiful ship! Thanks for the full-blown tour. I’d be living in the thermal suite and observation deck. I like quiet. 😊
Awesome tour! Great content all around! 👍
Outstanding overview of NCL Viva. We are Celebrity Edge class cruisers. Frankly, we hadn't given NCL much thought until we watch your video while cruising You Tube. Now we are like .... "heck yeah, we are there" ! We enjoy you engaging personality and candid reviews as reflected in this and practically every other video we've watched in you channel. Our humble thank you for further enhancing our smart cruiser experiences.
Fantastic blog. You are getting better and better at the craft. I’m booked on this lovely ship next year. Pity about all the nickel and diming NCL does. ❤
Looks Great, I have to Hit the Lotto to get on-board BUT thanks for letting me sightsee❤
I believe this is the most beautiful ship I've ever seen. And thank you so much for this video! A full and honest review.
The pay to have fun cruise wonder why NCL doing baf
Wow this is majestic I have never seen such a beautiful piece of art. Thank you so much for the tour
Wow I have never sailed I need to start booking very soon not ashamed to say I have ben Loyal to Royal. Hey Lauren enjoy your cruise it's nice to see you back o the channel. Yup gotta look into NCL right now!!! Thank you for doing such an incredible job to bring us the in and outs and updates.
Justin this was one of your top videos! The ship is absolutely gorgeous but very expensive. Seems you have to pay for almost every experience. I have only been on Celebrity and it was very nice but didn't have all of the bells and whistles. I was on the Carnival Destiny on my honeymoon in 1998 but have no memories of it. Maybe that's why we divorced. Lol. I really loved your review of this ship. Thankyou and love you from your #1 fan from Ft. Lauderdale.❤😊
Jay this is the first time we have watched your review, got to say you really went the extra mile and look forward to following you in the future
Excellent review of the amazing new Viva, Jay. Hope you guys are having an awesome trip
Can't wait to sail on the Viva out of Trieste this September!
Fantastic detailed tour of the ship. Thank you!! Very thorough and informative.
Jay this was awesome. Ypu seemed so ocmfortable and the fact u did it while everyone was at port was great bc ypu got full access to everything. Lauren youre hired as camera woman!
That is a great looking ship, keep the videos coming. 🤝🏾
Love it! Will be on there this time next year! ♥️
Thank you for all the information. We are booked to be on this ship next year out of Lisbon. I've been waiting for you to post videos of this ship so I can plan all the fun I want to have on the boat 🚢 we will be enjoyong that haven side too. Can't wait!
Great info Jay. Im impressed with the ships layout. I’m also impressed with your editing. I’m sure the lovely Lauren is your videographer.
Yes do more ship overviews. Include state room video please. I enjoy your insight based on previous work experience.
Thank u for this video..
I was able to tour virtually to my husband's workplace..
God bless 🙏
Wow, great review. It makes me rethink cruising with NCL again.
Nice tour of the ship. We are booked for January sailing from San Juan. We are really looking forward to being on a brand new ship. My SIL is gonna love the VR area.
Now that's a tour! Great job, thank you.
Thanks for another great review. We will definitely check out these ships when they come to Florida.
Going on this ship in August cannot wait thanks for showing it and the ideas and that we need to get to the band stuff early going to hit that gym while as well
Thanks, Justin! This is a great video.
Thank you for a great tour. Beautiful ship.
Wonderful presentation. Thanks so much!
Great video. My husband loves the cigar bars on NCL.
Great tour she's a lovely ship I look forward to seeing more 👍
I'll be going on this ship in Feb 2024. The ship is beautiful and full of attractions. It's a newer ship and we paid for it $$$. The issue I have is after paying thousands to go it, hardly anything is complimentary. Our excursions were several hundred dollars more which is to be expected but on board there is an upcharge for everything and it looks like a mall on water. I hope we have a relaxing time and I'll check back in after we cruise on it.
Another AMAZING ship tour J! Thank you!
Thank you Jada!!!! Almost as amazing as that singing voice of yours… Almost🎵 😅
Please do more videos like this I need help finding a cruise next year and so far I love this one
I like the new look.
Great video. It makes me want to look closer at NCL, thanks
excellent video and info. great knock off on the Morphius shades!
Thank you for such a great video. We'll go on this ship next week.
Your awesome! That was great, sailing in February 2024
Thank you!!!! Great tour 🙂
11:45 this little cat melted my heart!!! 💕
Thanks. Very informative. I might have to book
nice! I want to cruise someday, but not that big! thinking Norwegian enjoy watching you & Lauren enjoy, yall take care out there
I am on the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Sea ship now ! 7 years ago I was on the Norwegian 🚢 and stayed in the Haven! Best experience ever with the Butlers, check in process, special dining, private pools and vip access to the shows!
I enjoyed the full ship tour. Thank you!
Some of the BEST CAMERA work I have seen on a full ship tour! ❤❤😊😊❤❤😊😊😊❤❤😊😊❤❤😊😊This was awesome 👌 👏 👍
Great tour. And yes, feel free to do more 👌🏻
Very informative. Appreciate the info. Thank you!
Thank you, so much!
Great review, thanks!
Cruising on Viva Oct 1… excited
That is some crazy Ship😏
Super job....love the preview!
Very detailed and straight to the point 👍🏾
I’m not a cruise person, but I thought the whole appeal was that they were all inclusive. This feels like you have to pay for all the cool things.
That gym looks mad small. Epic got the gym at sea. That thing is state of the art 7:21
Thank you so much for the review, I was wondering if the venues were going to be slightly bigger than the Prima’s, but I guess they are not, and the rest of the Prima class ships will be the same. Hope you an Lauren enjoyed your cruise.
Next time try Los Lobos. I had dinner there on the Prima during an inaugural sailing and it was delicious. It was a very good tour and review of the ship. Thanks!
Very fantastic videography and editing- very impressive work to review a ship! Tx
Fantastic video. The best I've seen.
Wow, cruise ship , great working experience, heartfelt treasure. ♥️
Nice video ! ❤
Thanks! 😊
I would consider them because of this ship. There are many things and places I see that I think I would like. Thank you for the review.
Loved the ship tour please keep doing them!
Thx for the tour. I didn't realize the inaugural was before Nov. I'm booked for March 2024. Boy they really nickle & dime you to death. Looking forward to your reviews on the Viva.
I'm booked also in March 2024. See you on board!
I'm ready now
I’m booked for my birthday too March 10th see you soon ♥️🙏🏽
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Please do more of these videos. They are extremely helpful when deciding which ship to choose. Thanks. Meow meow ❤🎉🎉
I'm sailing on this ship October 10th out of Rome. I'm even more excited now. Beautiful ship...
Sailing on her in January, can't wait. Great review!!
Thank you for a concise video. It’s a beautiful ship. I may consider sailing as it’s not a mega ship.