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@observerobserver797
Жыл бұрын
No matter how hard the Norwegian Viva tries it can never be more inspiring than Ben or more stimulating than David
@aprilcampbell8283
Жыл бұрын
I love that you don’t pull any punches! Your reviews are honest, succinct, and thorough…sharing the good and not so good. Thank you..
@noreenbesser1680
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful ship even with the few shortcomings you pointed out. Once again I have to say no one does better ship tours than you guys. Excellent job as usual. 💜
@leahhughes4335
Жыл бұрын
The whole ship reminds me of an airport lounge. I don’t actually know why. It’s all beautiful but somehow sterile. Your camera-work as always was stunning!
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cameronnixon8186
Жыл бұрын
Omg thank you! I was trying to think of what the vibe I was getting off the ship was and that is exactly it.
@jaakkoiswatching6437
Жыл бұрын
A hospital came into my mind. Generally I'm a fan of Scandinavian interior style, but this is way too much. But I would join Ben and David on it!
@emergcon
11 ай бұрын
Giant dentist clinic
@isabellind1292
7 ай бұрын
@@emergcon They must have hired a "minimalist" who got carried away using beige. The space needs splashes of color.
@Brokenalice
Жыл бұрын
I am always so impressed with your quality of video and the exceptional narration and information. You are both destined to be famous travel hosts and I would love to see you on the telly!
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@rhondala79
2 ай бұрын
I agree! Meeting the two of you would be such a treat. You two have the very best cruise vlogs -and I watch and like alot of them. When I want to see a total ship tour you two are IT!!
@greggorynekrasovas7613
Жыл бұрын
Overall, it looks like an fabulous ship! To me, I find the venues small as “guests will have a lot of things in mind to do onboard their cruise,” but clearly some thing can be more popular to guests than others, causing areas to be packed. 10/10 ship tour. Keep making great content!
@mike07646
Жыл бұрын
It all depends on how they organize the performances themselves. If they have a comedian only performing a small handful of shows, then those places will be PACKED because everyone has a Fear Of Missing Out. If they have 3-4 shows each night on multiple nights of the cruise then it can help to mitigate things (assuming people only book one show each).
@karinbrantner3081
Жыл бұрын
I believe some areas may be smaller due to weight distribution such as on aircraft. This can effect ships also, too many people in one area can upset the weight and balance of any craft, in air or on sea...this may be way some popular venues are smaller capacity to ensure it is not overloaded, for weight limits. Just my opinion guys....of course, I could be totally wrong too.
@kakk00
Жыл бұрын
I’ve only cruised on Norwegian twice….The Breakaway and then Encore. And both of those ships also suffered from tiny comedy clubs and small pool areas. The Breakaway especially seemed crowded as all the venues were bursting at the seams and there was no place to get away. At least Encore greatly improved on that with the beautiful and huge observation lounge. It’s just strange that Norwegian is still doing the same thing now. Cutting down on deck space and pool area to make way for a speedway that many people only use once or never. And still building tiny bars and public spaces. So so strange.
@jturie
Жыл бұрын
I was just on the Encore. Agree with you 100%. Big ship, but the "common" areas for the "common folk" (i.e. not the richies) doesn't cut it. Basically, decks 6,7,8 and parts of 15 and 16 are available. Club spaces can hold maybe 200 people and are impossible to get into unless you get in line 90 minutes ahead of time. Seems like the ship is built to milk passengers for extra $$$ all over the place.
@jimmaul
Жыл бұрын
If you think about it, its not really that strange. Pool area makes no money. More shops and activities that cost money (race track) was their focus here. I love NCL and have been on 8 cruises so far, but this is disappointing to see.
@karenjensen2345
8 ай бұрын
Tony comedy and rock clubs are the pits and I hate that saw well on the Prima
@echogl
Жыл бұрын
I was just reading about the Norwegian Viva - and said to my self "Ben and David" will have a video soon of this and here it is!! Thanks guys!
@annking8633
Жыл бұрын
I can't afford to cruise but I sure find your videos very informative and enjoyable. Thank you for this. ❤️
@karinbrantner3081
Жыл бұрын
ME TOO! I love cruising through their video's. That is how I spend my days.....Please, more video's Ben & David!
@johnwelch5132
Жыл бұрын
They are lovely vlogs, relaxing and funny
@teresacook1999
6 ай бұрын
I can’t afford to cruise either but love watching your videos
@philipnawrocki8278
Жыл бұрын
Great video - No one, and I mean NO ONE, does a better, honest, cruise ship tour than you two.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words! We really appreciate your support and your recognition of our cruise ship tours. We strive to provide honest and informative content for all the cruise enthusiasts out there. Your encouragement means a lot to us. Happy Cruising and more great videos to come! 🚢🌟🎥
@이니S
6 ай бұрын
분홍색 비키니 수영복 @@Cruisewith
@Closertoofree
Жыл бұрын
Why have a live music venue that only holds 60 people? Seems like they could cut back on some shopping and make a venue like that larger.
@irener1111
Жыл бұрын
I haven’t done a cruise in about 10 years but I can’t get over how much extra you have to pay for so many things. Non alcoholic beverages were always included (except Starbucks) and specialty restaurants were limited to one or 2 and I never felt the need to dine at one. All the extras make it so much more costly and I am not sure how I feel about it. And you guys, they are not “complimentary “ You paid for them!
@52aberdeen1
Жыл бұрын
You videos are amazing , from a person that suffers with Vertigo , you move the camera with such ease , while explaining each venue area wonderful , What a thorough review ❤❤❤😂😂
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
That’s so nice to hear! Thanks for watching!
@rhondala79
2 ай бұрын
So true! My husband even said that as well. Way to go steady cam operator Ben!!
@UhStormy
Жыл бұрын
Wow! No one does cruise content like Ben and David!!! You guys have sparked my interest in cruising thanks for the awesome videos 💙
@pattierymer7943
9 ай бұрын
You asked for comments from people who were on the Prima. We loved the Prima, especially with the Haven sundeck finally in the aft! Loved the ship, except I found it confusing and got lost several times. But oh well--totally worth it. Can't wait to go on the Viva next March, Thanks for this great video.
@KenMitchell
Жыл бұрын
Confirms our pledge to never go on a big ship again. They are pretty but non functional…just platforms to generate revenue. There are many venues but all too small to enjoy…perpetual lineups and crowds. We will stay with the older vessels, 2000-2800 pax range…they were designed and built to comfortably accommodate the number of passengers on board. We love your vlogs and eagerly wait for the new ones every week. You’re part of our family
@marias902
Жыл бұрын
We keep ourselves only to the “larger” Oceania ships (1200 pax), and the 930 on Viking ocean ships. We are trying our first Celebrity ship soon, but mostly plan to stick to their suite area, the Retreat. This ship is really a shame - all the space is taken up by money making shops, too many extra charge restaurants, and horrible entertainment venues. The pool area is a disaster! You would literally have to pay me to go on a cruise here.
@desteptul777
Жыл бұрын
@@marias902 It is a matter of money, almost all the time. Big ships have usually lower prices. You compare premium-luxury cruises with mass cruises. Of course Viking and Oceania are better than NCL, but also the prices are 3-5 times lower on NCL compared with those 2 lines. Many people only afford to go on a cheap cruise, just because they don't have more money. A little consideration for less fortunate people will be greatly appreciated!
@isabellind1292
7 ай бұрын
We sailed on aboard the MS Volendam to Alaska (max. 1,500 passengers). A beautiful ship. There weren't onboard attractions like you see on the larger ships which was fine. We were there to enjoy the views and the towns we stopped at along the way. Our cabins were exceptional and the cuisine aboard the ship was out of this world. (And we did not have to que in lines).
@judithmiddleton8996
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the wonderful ship tour. The Viva is stunning! I agree with you about the music venues being too small. It’s a shame. Maybe they could have put in less shops. I do love all the beautiful outdoor space.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
So many beautiful outdoor spaces!
@jpbpds
Жыл бұрын
The outdoor areas and some of the restaurants and bars are beautiful but the atrium and corridors remind me of a hospital. Thanks for the bonus video!
@sisken12
Жыл бұрын
Seems a bit cold to me. Not warm and inviting.
@1sparkythebouncer
Жыл бұрын
Stunning video by the way. The camera work, editing, narration and music choices are all of the highest quality.
@kategibb5245
Жыл бұрын
It may have it's faults, but this looks an amazing ship
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! We still like it even with some small spaces!
@nbajammer2
Жыл бұрын
Norwegian did so much right with this class of ship, so it makes the drawbacks all the more frustrating
@chrisseaman9682
Жыл бұрын
Hi guys, just got back from a 10 day trip on the Viva, it’s incredible, they explained why some of the spaces are small as it adds atmosphere and it really works well. I found there were always free seats available across the 3 levels of Penrose and it had a great atmosphere since they have live music throughout the evening
@marjielalonde3875
Жыл бұрын
You guys are so thorough with your ship tours; it must take ages to film and edit! Thankyou for all you do!
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Filming took a whole day, editing 2 days and uploading on the ships wifi was 4 days! Haha
@debbiem3146
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video guy's, but such a cold and clinical ship. With all the faults you have kindly pointed out, eg, racetrack over the pool area, dining areas too small for ships' capacity it is a no for me. Without this vlog a lot of money could be wasted for a lot of people. Thank's again to you both. I will be sticking to the newer Celebrity ships for now.
@cruisingfromtheozarks
Жыл бұрын
The small venues were an issue on the Breakaway as well. I think they are trying to force passengers to spread out, but it just makes the ships seem broken up and crowded.
@sylviaredmond8386
Жыл бұрын
I watched another KZitem vlogger do a review of this ship. I have to say, that I’m unlikely to cruise this ship, but you guys did an amazing job showing us the ship. Both you guys can be hysterical! The review was wonderfully, and professionally done. Thank you!
@mrw301
9 ай бұрын
This ship is absolutely gorgeous! Relaxing but classy. All the windows, lights,
@chevlife3311
Жыл бұрын
I love a light bright ship. Shows if it is clean. Not dark and dingy. Beautiful ship.
@beachsidebob1629
Жыл бұрын
We sailed on the Prima over Christmas when it was new. Just like the Viva, visually it's nice and we loved the amount of glass. We spent a lot of time at the Whiskey Bar because of the glass views and service was much quicker there than any of the other bars. Unfortunately, the ship's venues were all too small and very crowded. There were times at Indulge where people stood next to your table waiting for someone to get done so they could immediately scoop it up. It was a bit creepy. Standing outside Sid Norman's club for 45 minutes to an hour early was no fun either, though the Fleetwood Mac tribute band was great. The band members agreed with us when we talked to them and said they should be playing in the main theater instead of that little firetrap of a club. The pool area upstairs was ridiculously small. Ridiculously. The Local Bar is nice, but there are times in the evening when it's so crowded that it's difficult to even walk through the hallway toward Indulge. One the flip side, Hudson's was a really nice dining venue and our cabin was one of the best we've ever had. Not sure if we'll sail these ships again, but if we do it will be at a very quiet time of year to try and avoid the crowding. The venues are just too small for so many people and it negatively affects the experience.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your detailed experience aboard the Prima during your Christmas cruise. It's awesome to hear about the highlights you enjoyed, like the glass views and the great atmosphere at the Whiskey Bar.
@peggygray3064
Жыл бұрын
This ship is one color....beige. OMG....I am shocked at how boring everything is. Every wall, carpet, chair is beige.
@isabellacasali5540
Жыл бұрын
Oh wow, my family and I will be on Viva on August 26th. can't wait! thanks for this preview, I hope to see something on the cabins too.
@cindyneubauer9288
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much guys! I am heading out on this ship next September for ten days Rome to Lisbon in a solo cabin! Thanks for the honesty, greatly appreciated on this and the rest of your great videos. Cheers!
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! We're glad you found our videos helpful and informative. Cheers to your upcoming adventure and Happy Cruising! 🚢🌞🥂
@maryanncapece2623
Жыл бұрын
Hi Ben and David. Thank you for this tour. I haven't been on Prima yet. This looks so much more upscale. I love all the different venues but agree they look so small. All the windows and outdoor space is wonderful. Thank you for all your hard work in making these tours. As always ❤❤
@Davey7358
Жыл бұрын
Hi guys. Nice review. I was on PRIMA earlier this year. Yes, there are pros and cons. I had the best food of any cruise I'd ever been on. Entertainment was good too. Pool lacked and the go carts were a one and done. Norwegian will figure it out.
@patriciad.7309
Жыл бұрын
Hi guys, to answer your question, yes, we have been on the Prima! However, it was from Southampton to New York last September so, as you can imagine, most of the outside spaces could not be used. We are booked on the Viva for a 10-day cruise from Athens to Rome next May, so are excited to get some use of the sun loungers if possible. We thought the Indulge was great food-wise, but it was often difficult to get seating there (and, of course, we couldn't sit outside). There were lots of complaints about the size of the buffet and it was always very busy. We're glad to hear that they have opened up an overspill area - Norwegian obviously listened to the feedback! Nevertheless we thought that the food everywhere was wonderful. It was also difficult to get a spot in the Observation lounge - hopefully in May we'll be able to take advantage of it if more people are outside. I think it goes without saying that the crew on the Prima was just fantastic, and we expect the same for the Viva. Our next cruise will be Alaska-Hawaii on the Spirit at the end of this month and this is how we found you - we've watched all of your Hawaii-Alaska series, plus Dee and Jay's videos, and are are making our way through Steph's videos too. They have all been very helpful, thanks so much for all your hard work!
@scottmiller7779
Жыл бұрын
The space issues have been getting worse with each new ship class going back to the launch of the EPIC. NCL have devoted so much space to extra fee dining, albeit of a high quality, and their associated finish kitchens that there is little space for decent sized bars and lounges. Most of the shopping seems to be hallways with retail counters and display cases to hide the dead space from all the kitchens. These ships are beautifully decorated but woefully crowded, which is a shame really
@sallylewis5332
Жыл бұрын
The Atrium reminds me of the lobby of the new hospital just built in my city. Too sterile for me. Actually, the color scheme in the entire ship is a bit off for me. How about the shades of the sea (turquoise, aqua, sea foam green) being used for accents? Also, the deep, low backed, no armrest chairs should be thrown overboard. How does one get comfortable in those pink booths in Los Lobos? They don’t. And putting the race track right above the pool was just….dumb. I’ll pass on the Norwegian Viva.
@bryanitz8401
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love your videos!! First impression for me is that this ship is very claustrophobic. You must get up very early to do your videography as I see basically no passengers anywhere. It would completely change the perspective to show the crowds at restaurants during prime dining times, the lines waiting to get into the comedy club/theater, the crowds in the main atrium during prime times and lastly the crowds in the somewhat small pool areas. It is apparent to me that NCL has crammed as many pay-to-eat venues as well as what appears to be as many pay-to-play attractions as they can possibly fit onto a ship this size while ignoring the expected on-board amenities that should be included in the initial cruise fare.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words about our videos! We filmed on a port day. We are quite strategic with what we film at what time. Start in the pool area in the mornings while everyone is in the buffet. Hit the buffet just before it opened on a port day! It is difficult to show crowds as we don't want to intrude on peoples vacations. We try and keep our filming out of the way. Especially our ship tours as the camera we use is larger than our vlogging camera. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we hope your future cruise experiences meet your expectations. Happy Cruising and more fantastic videos to come! 🚢🌟🎥
@SDA0271
Жыл бұрын
I was on the Prima back in December 22. Overall, a fantastic and beautiful ship! The thing that drove me crazy was the locker room in the Thermal Spa. You have this HUGE thermal spa, but the locker room is tiny with two showers. Everyone was complaining. Total miss on that, but I loved the rest of the ship.
@e-ticket5625
Жыл бұрын
Hands down the best cruise channel you two inspired me to go on my first cruise!
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Wow, that's truly awesome to hear! I'm thrilled that our cruise channel has inspired you to embark on your first cruise adventure.
@AudreyMealiff
Жыл бұрын
Wow, NCL seem to be reducing the complimentary offering to almost zero now to get their passengers to oay fir everything. Tiny buffet but loads of specialty restaurants all designed to ensure people spend as much as possible!!
@wshazbot62
Жыл бұрын
Wow, y’all are on fire today with the different ships tours ! Thanks guys 😊❤️
@granvillecaldwell4477
Жыл бұрын
Princess
@hazeldavis3176
Жыл бұрын
I'll probably never go for a cruise, but boy do I enjoy watching you guys videos!
@traceybartlam7737
Жыл бұрын
Really do appreciate that your videos are honest opinions. It’s such a beautiful ship but very odd that so many areas are so small
@julesrann
Жыл бұрын
Very interesting- I get the feeling the Indulge lacking seats is. It a design purpose, the sceptic in me thinks it’s so you end up eating at a pay to use facility……. Should play up charge bingo, would be drunk by end of your video……😂
@willsmouse8111
Жыл бұрын
We were on the Prima for 10 nights in May. We didn’t like for most of the same reasons you mentioned! Great tour, thanks!
@suryia6706
Жыл бұрын
I hate scrambling for seating. Also It appears that NCL have their hand out for specialy restaurants and services. Beautiful ship but i would have to think twice about booking a cruise on her. Good review though guys. Thanks
@maryloufarnsworth8461
Жыл бұрын
As usual, a splendid tour. I love, love, love all of the sea views! That is why I cruise.
@roegenaile9297
Жыл бұрын
This is probably the coldest, most sterile ship I have ever had the misfortune to video tour. Ugh, bring in some plants and artwork or something! I hope the cabins are better or I won't have any trouble skipping this ship.
@denniskobarg3588
Жыл бұрын
If you notice, all the "Included/free venues and areas are all very small. They do that so people have to go to the upcharge areas and restaurants. Great video. I am going on the Viva from San Juan in January 2024. The information you have provided is very helpful. We are very excited for this trip. Have a great day
@DeviousFink
Жыл бұрын
It feels to me like they're trying to make everything a "premium," exclusive, hard-to-get-into experience. Which can get bloody frustrating, when you're spending your whole trip queuing or trying to get into a 50 seat venue. Forget that.
@BrianBozard-tf6kh
Жыл бұрын
Looks like a beautiful ship! Feels like all the free spaces are small so they can drive you to the pay areas.
@honeymcdonald9120
Жыл бұрын
Without people that looked awesome. With people -- no thanks. Great tour guys - thanks
@ohdiverdoc
Жыл бұрын
There is no excuse for having dining, music, and comedy spaces being to too small. I expect that there would be wealth of data from previous ships to know the percentages of passengers who are at any venue, at any time, or any day. I would expect that the percentages are pretty consistent from ship to ship and itinerary to itinerary, so that a marine architect could design the proper sized spaces for the expected attendance.
@denisenotermans3384
Жыл бұрын
I love your comments and tour. So much information which absolutely makes me never ever wanting to go sailing on these ships. It has got nothing to do with cruising the oceans and discovering new places. But that’s me. Why go on a ship to shop, ride karts, play golf??? No thanks. Give me the old fashioned lines. With big theaters, a variety of entertainers, a few decent sized pools and good bars and food. That’s it for me 😂
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@1palenzuela
Жыл бұрын
I agree 💯 % with your reviews of the Viva. The venues are tiny!! Having been on the Prima last November, they’re identical twins!!! I’ll be on the Viva this coming November. It’s a beautiful, gorgeous Ship 🚢 I was hoping maybe they’ed made some changes to the small venues, but no such luck. The Improve, Syd Normans, the pool! I had the same experience not finding where to sit in the observation lounge and Indulge on a 7 day cruise. …and I am a loyal NCL customer since 2002! Thank you for your review! You guys are outstanding! 😊
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your feedback!
@LONESTARINDIE
Жыл бұрын
The atrium part of this ship looks like a space ship 🚀 instead of a cruise ship imho, & it is a bit too bright for me, 💙🩵🤍 you guys 🤠
@testuser55
Жыл бұрын
I just find the Prima and Viva inside spaces to just be too sterile. Lacks any character to me. Size of the ship is nice as I think the Oasis ships to just be too big. But as noted, it's disappointing to see how small most of the venues are here. This new class is not really inspiring me to want to sail on them.
@jakehoggarth4463
Жыл бұрын
OMG BONUS VIDEO 😝🎉
@christineE9301
Жыл бұрын
Hmmm, sounds like any included areas are small, but any additional charge areas are larger.
@marias902
Жыл бұрын
All their needed spaces are wasted on all those shops, at the expense of actually entertaining and feeding the passengers at included food venues. I think many people will get frustrated and angry after just a couple of days onboard. That pool area! No way!
@derekfairlie6147
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your videos but I can never make it to the end I always fall asleep listening to bens soothing and relaxing voice 😂
@lindadennis867
Жыл бұрын
I was on the Prima in February of this year not a fan it felt like a upscale shopping mall I was told the Viva would be different, but it looks exactly the same use to be a big fan of Norwegian as of now I will stick with their older ships until they come up with something better. Don’t get me wrong the cabins were beautiful and the food was some of the best I have had for a long time on cruises, but the public areas were just too small and felt crowded most of the time and really did make me feel like I was at a mall and I do not want to be at a mall when I’m on a cruise ship.
@stevehaynes7516
Жыл бұрын
You fellows crack me up, if its not big you don't want it. keep up the good work.
@CascadeScotLady
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video - great job! I'm so looking forward to sailing on her for 3 weeks in April 2024 for the repositioning cruise from Puerto Rico to Lisbon including Barbados, Cape Verde & Canary Islands. This was a first rate walk thru tour - well done!
@princesslamour1985
10 ай бұрын
Very sophisticated, classy and swanky. Not crowded and tacky. love it 🤍🤍🤍🤍
@alisong2328
Жыл бұрын
"It does look beautiful. It just doesn't work very well" seems to sum up this ship. Thank you for your review. You are always entertaining!
@elizabethbryan3821
Жыл бұрын
Stunning ship..❤ But seems like they have made more space for the areas that give them additional revenue.. Shopping area etc... What a shame as it looks fabulous.. Thank you for a great explore❤
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for joining us on the journey, and we're glad you appreciated the tour. Wishing you many more fabulous explorations and Happy Cruising! 🚢🛍️🌟
@kennethadams8827
Жыл бұрын
Great review, Ben and David. It makes me rethink my opinion about NCL and maybe will try cruising them again. Please keep up the great reviews. They are very much appreciated.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@garyjarvis2730
Жыл бұрын
Nicely done tour of an amazing ship. The outdoor spaces are spectacular but I see this as a warm weather ship with only a few rain showers in the mix. In cooler rainy places the outdoor spaces will be a tough proposition. Your videography is spot on and enhances the entire experience. Thanks for the tour.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch for your kind words about the ship tour!
@GottaBeThere2736
Жыл бұрын
Very few people. Were you doing this filming at the crack of dawn? 😊
@MichelleAlexandria-EM
Жыл бұрын
probably, with all the other vloggers on this sailing. :0
@tracycarr-mayhew3380
Жыл бұрын
Definitely jam first, then cream...in the scone. Great filming and a candid, helpful review. This size of ship isn't my cup of tea but I was curious to watch your video because of the bruhaha. Some crazy design boo-boos IMHO but the (big) MDR is breathtaking! Thanks guys.
@craigfarrell9061
Жыл бұрын
Just back from cruise on Prima. Everything you say about the entertainment venues is right. Too small, and entertainment wasn’t on every night so demand for the venues was even higher!! Buffet far, far too small always overcrowded.
@j.j.henderson2049
Жыл бұрын
Looks like they took inspiration from Virgin Voyages, older NCL ships, and Sci fi. It also seems like they took some of the spaces that were Haven areas on the older ships and made them public areas. Then they threw in as many ways to bump profit on the ship (extra cost entertainment, shops, restaurants, special areas) while skimping on areas that are complimentary. Call me jaded, but, with as beautiful as some of the areas look, I think they made it to be a captive, pay for everything, mall.
@gilbydog7350
Жыл бұрын
I think you're right.
@paulajr2
Жыл бұрын
I just posted the same exact thing about Virgin Voyages!!
@garychabot4069
9 ай бұрын
Hi guys I have just been on the NCL EPIC VERY DARK FOOD OK NOT AS GOOD AS MCL ALL THE SHIP NEED TO STOP THE towels on the sunbeds. This was a big problem on MCL back in the summer. Thanks for the videos guys enjoy them
@dillonfallon1
Жыл бұрын
a video on a wednesday! very nice
@donnap8889
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful ship and a great tour thanks Ben & Dave x
@rodneyscales2648
Жыл бұрын
What I didn’t like about the Prima was the small venue. The Theatre was nice and big. The food was very good. The food on NCL is Very Good on its entire fleet. I hope to go on Viva during off season to avoid the crowd like I did with the Prima.
@aingealstone8457
Жыл бұрын
We will be in the Viva this April. Can't wait!
@tracygriffiths6292
Жыл бұрын
Great video! If Celebrity Edge had a baby with Virgin Voyages and named it Star Treky. Same old NCL issues though looks like. Extra $$$ wherever possible.
@GottaBeThere2736
Жыл бұрын
💙💜💚 You obviously spend a LOT of time editing - and your background music choices are exquisite! Kudos. Well done.
@OrdinaryDude
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a beautiful ship. It looks like they were going for a Scandinavian minimalist design, and it looks a little like a Viking Sea cruise ship. (A little) I completely agree about those little venues. That seems to be a widespread problem with Norwegian. We were on the Getaway in 2019 and Sid's was about the same size as the one on the Viva, and the Getaway holds 1000 more passengers. I do like that they scattered the shopping around more. On the Getaway they were all in one hallway and it just caused foot traffic jams. We found ourselves deliberately avoiding that space. I still like that ship though. Most of those problems can be addressed if they choose to. I wonder if they will?
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
I hope so too! Because it is a lovely ship otherwise!
@karljanssen1
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for your clear video. I was strongly considering this ship, but as you mentioned, it seems there is way too less deck space. I really dont understand why they put such a big karttrack most people just spent 15 minutes on during their cruise while spending many hours at the pool. In this case noise and shady because of this same track. Strange decisions were made here.
@FraserAtSea
Жыл бұрын
Even with the shortfalls of this ship, I’m still absolutely dying to give it a try. As always, brilliant video guys!
@kdbsuff9625
Жыл бұрын
It appears that the cruise line has priority with Haven and retail. Both are extra massive cost spaces. Complimentary restaurants squeezed in size compared to extra pay and force people to pay extra- again. Many activities are extra pay items, this will increase until the cruise bubble bursts and ships start to sail at low capacity. I hear many cruisers are wanting to move to all inclusive cruises at a higher initial cost but then can dump the PAYG crap. Nice ship but stinks of client exploitation.
@reececollison5101
Жыл бұрын
How crazy is it that the Mardi Gras and the Celebration, have some of the smallest passenger to space ratios of any mega ship and they can handle the amount of passengers brilliantly. Because it’s fantastically designed. Yet the Prima has a huge passenger to space ratio for a mainstream ship and there’s no room for anyone!! How badly can you design a ship?!😱
@jimmaul
Жыл бұрын
Its not that there is no room for anyone. As you said, there is tons of room on these 2 new ships compared to the number of people on board. The problem is all of the people want to be at the same places at the same time. That is in part due to the popularity of those venues but also shows that they need to revise the schedules and/or create more of them. Less shops and other areas that people do not care about 90% of the time. But of course, this does not make them as much money.
@beezig
Жыл бұрын
I kept thinking I was on the Star Ship Enterprise, especially the casino area, great video again guys.
@lindabushyager5402
Жыл бұрын
after doing a number of NCL cruises, we switched away before Covid when they nickel and diming got to be too much and too much of the space of the ship was a trip for specialty dining and the Haven. It looks like this trend has totally continued to a ridiculous amount where there's not enough seating in the main show room or the improv, or the other entertainment areas, which probably means there's just not a lot of entertainment at all going on. The ship may be beautifully designed, but obviously the people designing it did not do so with function in mind. You also mentioned there was not enough seating in the former Buffet area which now has some of the best food. It looks like once you are on board. Basically the intention is to get you to shop and shop and shop, eat in specialty restaurants, and lounge at bars without much else to do while onboard. haven seems to have the benefit of even more places to lounge and more bars without anything else going on, and they must say they have credit nerve to charge even extra for Haven goers to lounge at the super nice lounge area with the nicest infinity pool. I will stick with Celebrity or Royal at this point where there is lots to do, and I don't need to eat at a specialty restaurant to enjoy a meal, but several good ones are available if I want one. We will soon be on the celebrity beyond which looks just as beautiful as this ship, and seems to have a lot more to do. Since we are oldsters with some mobility problems we don't get off the ship like we used to, so it is important to us that there is plenty of activities on both sea days and non sea days, including lounge areas, and entertainment. I don't really get NCL's point in failing to provide adequate entertainment areas on the ship.
@russellbenton2987
Жыл бұрын
I’d say they’ve added too many speciality restaurants at the expense of public spaces . No surprise they want to extract maximum $ from you. What’s noticeable in your very good walk through is “extra charge” $200 for sunbathing at the vibe ! Ridiculously small public spaces . Sorry they’ve just gone too far on Chargeable extras . I’ll be giving Norwegian a body swerve. Superb video .
@peterbailey5237
Жыл бұрын
I sailed Prima. I agree with your comments. I won’t sail that class of ship again.
@SParks-qe6pb
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thorough review. Well done.
@user-lg7es5gr3w
Жыл бұрын
Where are all the people on the ship? How come there are hardly any passengers in this video? Was it ever crowded & noisy like the MSC ship? How as the lineup at the buffet?
@gumbycat5226
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful but weird ship - everything that needs to be large is small, everything that can be small is over configured.
@danielksimmons
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the small atmosphere of the comedy studio and the music venue. Very intimate atmospheres to help you get away from the crowds.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
We agree, especially about the comedy venues but there needs to be a balance. Especially as so many people want to see the comedy.
@lucyjermyn1442
Жыл бұрын
Yes ship is beautiful but small entertainment area's and pool is small with many people race track ridiculously big who are they designing for anyway buffet small I think NCL needs serious help and I am a long time cruiser
@mangue17
Жыл бұрын
OMG please link up to JT the Nomad on board
@insideinfo1556
8 ай бұрын
I love the theme of that ship. 😍
@blackwolf340
Жыл бұрын
I'm a bit sad that the Viva as the same issues as the prima I was on the prima last September and it was a very beautiful ship but I had the same issues that you guys pointed out in the Viva not enough seating and some of the venues felt very cramped small
@neversplit10s
10 ай бұрын
the entertainment for families used to be on a big screen in the atrium. does viva not have this?
@shanclark2015
Жыл бұрын
We recently sailed on the Prima. I agree that Syd Norman’s was too small and Indulge was nearly always packed. We usually eat Teppanyaki and at LeBistro, but didn’t this trip. Hudson’s was great for several meals. Our cruise was Northern Europe, so outside space was wasted. Agree on your opinion of Penrose seating and performance areas. Sailing on Viva in July 2024.
@Cruisewith
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience on the Prima! It's interesting to hear your thoughts on the various venues and spaces.
@paulajr2
Жыл бұрын
Does anyone else notice all the similarities to all of the Virgin Voyages ships?? Rotunda, “food hall” , theatre… Except…on Virgin there is no extra cost for everything!
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