Departure Date: 30 Mar 2025
Duration: 21 nights
Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line
Ship: Norwegian Encore
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The Local offers classic pub fare in a relaxed atmosphere. With popular dishes like the Reuben Sandwich and Fish n’ Chips, The Local has all your favourite comfort foods. So try one of our beers or cocktails on tap and catch a game with us!
Enjoy a private fine dining experience for guests of The Haven, serving unique signature dishes and wine offerings from our impressive selection.
Seafood is the star attraction here. In a refined and elegant setting, diners will be treated to dishes created from the freshest fish, the finest ingredients, and perfectly paired wine selections and cocktails.
Go ahead and order another round. With more than 50 different bottled and 22 draft beers, plus hand-crafted speciality cocktails, you’ll never run out of new options at The District Brew House. Take in the spectacular ocean views by the floor-to-ceiling windows or sing along to live music. Toast to an incredible day and get a little wild inside the photo booth. Because what happens in The District, stays in The District.
Want a refreshing Cuban inspired cocktail whilst taking in the outside? There’s no better place to sit down for a blend of freshly muddled mint and rum than Sugarcane Mojito Bar. Located on The Waterfront, our quarter-mile oceanfront promenade, you’ll find an incredible mix of flavours that perfectly complement the warm rays and fresh breezes. Cool off with a Tiki cocktail, hand-crafted mojito, or order a flight and try them all!
Pull up a chair in the legendary Liverpool club where the Beatles performed. Sip your Scotch Sour during an evening of good company and great music with a Beatles cover band.
Jump start the evening with two talented stand-up comedians that will loosen you up with lots of laughs. And then let loose on the dance floor as a DJ spins your favourite tracks late into the night.
With over 1100 feet of pedal-to-the-metal action, the largest race track at sea is bigger, better and only on Norwegian. Watch the ocean blur by as you zoom around high-speed curves suspended 13 feet off the side of the ship. And spectators can get in on the action, too! Revolutionary interactivity lets you boost your favourite racer past the finish.
Step inside the Galaxy Pavilion and explore a virtual reality world unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Immersive VR experiences and thrilling simulator rides are just the beginning. Use your wits to solve the puzzles of an escape room featuring holograms and enchanted artifacts. Then come back and experience the excitement all over again.
Price Per Person: Games starting at $8 USD per play
The Local offers classic pub fare in a relaxed atmosphere. With popular dishes like the Reuben Sandwich and Fish n’ Chips, The Local has all your favourite comfort foods. So try one of our beers or cocktails on tap and catch a game with us!
Whatever you’re craving, chances are you will find it at the Garden Café. This complimentary, indoor buffet restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner
Balancing classic favourites with unique new dishes, dining at Savour is a must. Offering guests an extensive menu of deliciously fresh flavours along with chic and modern decor, visiting this Main Dining Room is always in style.
Serving a wide variety of cuisine, Taste offers a stylish and contemporary atmosphere. Plus, with a menu that changes daily and carefully selected wine recommendations, you’ll experience a different culinary adventure with every visit
Enjoy a private fine dining experience for guests of The Haven, serving unique signature dishes and wine offerings from our impressive selection.
One of three Main Dining Rooms, The Manhattan Room is where guests can enjoy specially curated modern and classic dishes made with the freshest ingredients.
Tastefully nautical and temptingly delicious, Ocean Blue is not to be missed for seafood lovers. Whether dining inside or oceanside on The Waterfront, enjoy fantastic vistas and the freshest seafood.
Onda, or “wave” in Italian, brings the charm and effortless elegance of its critically acclaimed sister restaurant, Scarpetta, to sea. Uncork your favourite bottle of wine and let la dolce vita (the good life) flow. Indulge in a modern Italian culinary experience from Scarpetta’s signature pastas like the famous Spaghetti Tomato & Basil to unique, mouthwatering seafood creations. And leave room for dessert. Sharing is optional.
Premium cuts are the standard at our American steakhouse. Sip your favourite cocktail and don’t forget to order our made-from-scratch jumbo lump crab cakes and our famous Parmesan dusted truffle fries.
Travel somewhere new with every delicious bite at Food Republic. Savour a fusion of foods and cultures from around the globe. Travel to Mexico and scoop up some tasty street food. Jet away to Japan and try a new kind of sushi roll, or have a hearty helping of Thai noodles.
The sizzles and surprises never cease at our authentic Japanese restaurant. Sit around a lively shared table as a skillful chef slices, chops and grills steak, chicken and seafood on a large steel grill right before your eyes.
Bienvenido a Los Lobos, a premium Mexican restaurant celebrating traditional flavours with a modern twist. From Carne Asada marinated in guajillo chiles and tequila to Tres Leches Cake with Coconut Cream, the chefs at Los Lobos focus on unique flavour combinations.
Bienvenido a Los Lobos, a premium Mexican restaurant celebrating traditional flavours with a modern twist. From Carne Asada marinated in guajillo chiles and tequila to Tres Leches Cake with Coconut Cream, the chefs at Los Lobos focus on unique flavour combinations.
Come to Coco’s because anytime is a good time to savour a decadent Mad Milkshake! With assorted bonbons and chocolate specialities from around the world, gelato, crepes and more divine treats than days in your cruise, Coco’s is the sweetest spot in the entire ship.
Slow churned, dense and intense in flavour, gelato is Italy’s answer to ice cream. And with so many flavours to choose from, our version is the perfect accompaniment to a leisurely stroll
Romance is in the air at our signature French restaurant. Elegant interiors, crisp white linens and attentive servers make this an intimate dining experience. By the end of your meal, you might just be proclaiming c’est magnifique!
Dig into some authentic Texas BBQ. All our smoked meats are infused with delicious flavours and come with all the traditional sides. As dinner winds down, the atmosphere heats up as a contemporary country band ropes you into a lively night of dancing, drinking and a honky tonk good time!
Indulge your sweet tooth with decadent treats such as French macarons, chocolate bonbons and gourmet cupcakes.
With over 1100 feet of pedal-to-the-metal action, the largest race track at sea is bigger, better and only on Norwegian. Watch the ocean blur by as you zoom around high-speed curves suspended 13 feet off the side of the ship. And spectators can get in on the action, too! Revolutionary interactivity lets you boost your favourite racer past the finish.
Discover the secrets of the past in the resurrected lost city of Atlantis, where laser tag meets augmented reality. Hide behind ruins and run past the giant tentacles of the monstrous sea creature to complete your mission. With long lost treasures that virtually come to life with cutting-edge technology, this is an epic battle for the whole family to enjoy.
Step inside the Galaxy Pavilion and explore a virtual reality world unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Immersive VR experiences and thrilling simulator rides are just the beginning. Use your wits to solve the puzzles of an escape room featuring holograms and enchanted artifacts. Then come back and experience the excitement all over again.
Slide into the time of your life. With two multistory waterslides on board, Norwegian Encore keeps the thrills coming over and over again. Make it the best of three on Aqua Racer, our tandem waterslide at sea. And then get a thrill as you whoosh over the side of the ship on the double loop, Ocean Loops. Or call it a lazy day and lounge by the pool with a frozen drink in hand. However you like to make a splash, the Aqua Park is overflowing with excitement.
Pull up a chair in the legendary Liverpool club where the Beatles performed. Sip your Scotch Sour during an evening of good company and great music with a Beatles cover band.
Jump start the evening with two talented stand-up comedians that will loosen you up with lots of laughs. And then let loose on the dance floor as a DJ spins your favourite tracks late into the night.
Go ahead and order another round. With more than 50 different bottled and 22 draft beers, plus hand-crafted speciality cocktails, you’ll never run out of new options at The District Brew House. Take in the spectacular ocean views by the floor-to-ceiling windows or sing along to live music. Toast to an incredible day and get a little wild inside the photo booth. Because what happens in The District, stays in The District.
The A-List Bar is the perfect spot to be the centre of attention or simply be at the centre of it all. Named after one of our famous A-listers, Andy Stuart, The A-List Bar will shake up the night with hand-crafted margaritas and a seriously good time.
Want a refreshing Cuban inspired cocktail whilst taking in the outside? There’s no better place to sit down for a blend of freshly muddled mint and rum than Sugarcane Mojito Bar. Located on The Waterfront, our quarter-mile oceanfront promenade, you’ll find an incredible mix of flavours that perfectly complement the warm rays and fresh breezes. Cool off with a Tiki cocktail, hand-crafted mojito, or order a flight and try them all!
Pull up a stool and swirl your Merlot as you laugh with some of your closest friends. Pair your favourite vintage with some light bites from Onda by Scarpetta, or elevate your wine IQ with programmes meant for experts and novices alike at the Tasting Table. For four generations, the Mondavi name has been intimately linked with prestige winemaking in Napa Valley. And now, they’re bringing their best blends and unparalleled knowledge to The Cellars – A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar.
Hit the jackpot in more ways than one at Skyline Bar. It’s the perfect spot to have a cocktail before dinner, meet friends after the show or just press your luck with bar-top poker screens that give winning at the bar a whole new meaning.
The Local offers a relaxed pub atmosphere 24-hours a day. So try a few of the many beers and catch a game on the two-story TV screen.
Cocktails and conversations are always stirring at this hip modern bar located between Taste and Savour. Meet up for drinks with friends before dinner or swing by after to listen to live piano. Mixx is the place to be seen!
Sit starboard, right alongside the sea where the view is intoxicating. Good times flow indoors, too. With a unique variety of international spirits, you can sip your way around the world without leaving your chair.
Experience sheer awe from our 180-degree indoor Observation Lounge – offering Norwegian’s most expansive views at sea. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide spectacular vistas whilst cruising past spectacular seascapes, landscapes and cityscapes. And with a full-service bar, you can toast to colourful sunsets with your favourite cocktail.
Amid the hustle and bustle of the Atrium, treat yourself to a mid-day Bloody Mary or your drink of choice. This is a morning and late-night favourite serving beer, wine, cocktails and more.
Exclusive to guests in The Haven, recline and unwind with your favourite cocktail and light bites – all whilst being surrounded by ultimate luxury and breathtaking panoramic views.
Catch up with your fellow Haven members, grab a cocktail from The Haven Bar, or just sit back and relax with a book. The Haven Lounge is your place to get away from it all.
Guests will jump for joy upon discovering this 2-story, private retreat where they can connect with the ocean – and disconnect from everything else. Exclusively for those 18 and over, Vibe Beach Club is resplendent with incredible ocean views, hot tubs that extend over the side of the ship, and a misting water feature – ideal for relaxation. A full-service bar, chaise loungers, chilled towels and skewers of fruit ease you even more into serenity. Passes available for purchase on board at the Guest Services desk.
Our award-winning casino offers plenty of thrilling casino games for every type of player, whether you’re a beginner or regular at the poker table. Find your lucky seat at one of our many slot machines and in our non-smoking area. Or play in the big leagues with any number of table games. No matter what you prefer, there’s always a way for you to get lucky.
Go for a dip in the pool or a soak in the hot tub. Feel like making it a relaxing day? Lounge back with an expertly made cocktail in hand and catch some rays. Our main pool is the place to be for all the fun in the sun.
Staying fit has never been easier at our state-of-the-art fitness centre. Feel the burn in a high-intensity RYDE cycling class. Strenthen and tone during a Pure Form Pilates session. Or seek inner peace with ocean view yoga or guided meditation classes.
Welcome to Mandara Spa. Start with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 speciality treatments offered by our well-trained massage therapists. Then unwind in the Thermal Suite with a steam or a dip in the Vitality Pool. Within these tranquil walls, experience the Salt Room, a dramatic grotto surrounded with layers of body-cleansing salt crystals.
They’ll splish. They’ll splash. They’ll definitely have a blast. Whether they want to zip down a tube slide or get drenched by tipping buckets or water cannons, kids will have the best of times at our interactive Kids’ Aqua Park.
Movies. Art. Music. Video games. Dance parties. Welcome to Entourage – a retreat for teens looking to have fun and hang out with people their own age. One thing’s for sure: absolutely, positively, no parents allowed.
Guppies is perfect for Norwegian’s youngest guests. Parents and babies can enjoy self-guided play, including sensory activities and toy time. Guppies hosted activities are led by an Early Years Coordinator with parent supervision.
Your kids will have a blast inside Splash Academy where they can enjoy complimentary creative play, active sports competitions, and engaging activities for kids of all ages. From themed adventures to parties, our youth staff has a knack for this stuff. Want to make it a romantic night out? Drop off the kids during supervised Group Sitting on port days.
Get tax and duty free savings every day or pamper yourself or someone special with leading brand names . Explore a fantastic and wide variiety of luxury items onboard without the price-tags! There is something for everyone!
Imagine group snorkelling in The Caribbean right after the morning meeting. Or how about surf lessons on the beaches of Hawai`i? Shore excursions with Norwegian Cruise Line provide unique networking opportunities, promote team-building and inspire brand loyalty. They also allow your attendees to become immersed in the culture of a new destination almost every day.
With an excellent selection of books, card games and table games. The Library is a wonderful retreat to all our guests who enjoy reading. We have a brilliant selection of books and manuscripts which are available in various languages.
Just because you’re million miles away from the ordinary on a Freestyle Cruise does not mean you need to be disconnected from the rest of the world. All of our ships feature Internet Cafés where you have the ability to surf the Web, chat online and access your private e-mail account.
Do the one thing you either love or never have done and learn how to dance! We mean really learn! Our dedicated dance teachers will teach you a range of dancing starting from ball room to Salsa. One-on-one and group learning dance sessions are available. This is truly a wonderful and enriching opportunity onboard.
Guests with food allergies should contact the Access Desk to discuss Norwegian Cruise Line’s policies and procedures concerning special diets and your specific allergies prior to your cruise. Because the vessels are supplied all over the world, it may be easier to meet your specific food allergy requirements in some countries, but very difficult in others. Special dietary requests should be submitted at least 45 days prior to sailing. Any requests inside 45 days cannot be guaranteed. We can arrange to have no sugar and low sodium meals for guests with those specific medical dietary restrictions upon request. Refrigerators are available in many staterooms for storing insulin.
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Every person with a challenge or disability is different and you are the best judge of any special assistance you may require. Norwegian Cruise Line has specially trained employees to answer your questions before and during your cruise or to resolve any issue that may arise relating to travel with Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Cruise Line also has a centralised internal corporate resolution staff to assist vessel personnel, available by telephone 24 hours a day. If we are doing more or less than you need, please let us know.
Shore Excursions
Casual wear is advised
Informal Evening wear
Ladies: Seasonal Dresses
Gentlemen: Light weight jackets, Shirt
Formal Evening wear
Ladies: Cocktails Dresses
Gentlemen: Dinner Jacket
* Extra clothing such as coats and shawls are advised to bring for warmth.
Gala Evening and Party wear
Semi Formal dress code is advised for Ladies and Gentlemen.
Religious Sites
Modest clothing is advised
*Covered Knees/ Shoulders/ No low cut tops
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