Norwegian Viva Full Review: It's All About the Luxury

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We had it all wrong. It's not always about the FUN FUN FUN. Sometimes we all just want to relax and enjoy getting pampered. We all want to kick back and relax while reading a book or listening to music while catching a tan. Why not do it on a luxury cruise ship? The Norwegian Viva is that ship. From the food to the entertainment NCL has locked down the most important aspects of cruising. With the extra cabin space, Ocean Boulevard, Indulge Food Hall and broadway musicals, it's a really solid cruise for those who want some luxury without paying ridiculous prices.
0:32 Port Location
1:47 Registration
5:36 Atrium
9:10 Ocean Boulevard
11:44 Observation Deck
14:48 The Food
26:02 Mandara Spa
36:11 Activities
43:54 Entertainment
45:34 Parties
47:31 Misc/Final Thoughts
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@sharonwynne6102 4 месяца назад

The important thing is, its a great review. I love cruising, so i listen to lots of blogs/vlogs and i enjoyed yours

@downtovacay 4 месяца назад

Much appreciated. We try to keep it real and down to earth without sounding like a script. We don't do scripts haaaa Be sure to check out our other videos if you're going on the Mardi Gras, NCL Prima, Virgin Voyages and Icon of the Seas. Still adding weekly. Cruising IS the best.

@rodneyscales2648 2 месяца назад

I was on the Prima the only thing I didn’t like was the small venue everything else was Great. I love the food and the entertainment. I’m not waiting on line 2 hours to get into Syd Norman.

@downtovacay Месяц назад

Tis true. Venues are smaller. We have yet to go into Syd's haaaaa Maybe one day if we get there an hour earlier and we bring a mobile seat

@rnashanti 21 день назад

Great video. Thanks. I’m really considering taking this ship but the other itinerary. Not having a basketball court may pose a problem. I have all sons and they love basketball. I did a European cruise this year with NCL and it was great. Our first Ncl cruise. I want to do this ship soon and Alaska. I had the 9 day spa package for my other cruise and I went every day except the first night. Even with our busy itinerary, I came back every day and used the spa. Much needed after walking through either Spain, France and Italy daily.

@downtovacay 21 день назад

Glad you were able to find helpful stuff from our review. I would say that not having a basketball court really made me sad because I play. I like being able to shoot around and play in competitions. BUT if you're a youngin', theres still some stuff you can do. The Stadium was a hot a spot for the kids. If they're old enough, theres still the Entourage. That's where the kids really have their fun. The Viva/Prima could probably slide without a court, but it depends on whether thats a make or break. We feel the Viva/Prima are more for great food, solid musicals, bars and a luxurious vibe. Where as a Carnival Mardi Gras is ok food, a lot of entertainment, sports court for slightly less. Then there's the Icon of the Seas where you can take 2 Mardi Gras cruises for the price of 1 Icon cruise. Solid food. Solid Entertainment. A lot of Activities. Sports court. But just sooooo expensive. All depends on you : )

@leanne2894 Месяц назад

We had the same experience at check in, finally found someone who actually knew where to send us for priority check in. Enjoyed watching your video, and can’t wait to explore her myself.

@downtovacay Месяц назад

Aaawe thank you. Glad you got some good info from us. Hopefully you liked the Viva. We would definitely love to try the Aqua. I think more for the relaxation and less feeling of work lol Hopefully you get to see BeetleJuice. Come back and let us know how you like Viva.

@duf28 6 месяцев назад

great review. i like how you give an honest overall review. i find if you like cruising, all ships and lines have some really great positives and some negatives too. whenever im asked whish cruise is best, I always reply "whichever one i happen to be on!!" Im looking forward to booking NCL for this particular ship, and were scheduled for the Breakaway again this coming May!!

@downtovacay 6 месяцев назад

Didn't think anyone would honestly watch it, but glad you were able to find some useful stuff. We'd say this cruise is well worth it. If you're looking to be relaxed, pampered with a sprinkle of some fun then this is it. Amazing food all around. Solid entertainment. Breakaway class ships are always awesome. Again, great food and entertainment. We love the way the Atrium is set up with the massive screen and the 2nd deck where you can eat and watch the entertainment at the same time. #downtovacay

@guidine7 2 дня назад

Thank you for all your helpful remarks but the way you use the camera 📷 is very stressful

@downtovacay День назад

Aaaaah which parts? Always good to know how we flow. Looking to perfect it.

@ThePardu 24 дня назад

Well done! Picked up a few pointers. I missed the chicken info test was a bit disappointing. I am thinking about priority access but reading it may not be a good buy. Have booked VIVA and same type cub balcony stateroom Any thoughts? Have cruised s bunch so not a novice. I enjoyed your vid and gave it LIKE. Hope to get a response.

@downtovacay 24 дня назад

Glad you were able to find some helpful things. That's our goal. You booked the VIVA? Hopefully you'll be able to see Beetlejuice. We didn't get that chance. It's def a relaxed and smooth ship. So many spots for sun. Food is solid. When are you cruising? Have you tried any of the Breakaway+ Class ships?

@ThePardu 23 дня назад

@@downtovacay Viva booked: March. 2 Med. Cruised on EPIC( not a fav ship). Is priority access a good buy?

@downtovacay 23 дня назад

@@ThePardu Aaaah ok. So you have it coming up in 2025. Have yet to cruise on the Epic. We pretty much cruised on all of the Breakaway & Breakaway + Class ships. Is Priority Access good? It really depends on a few things. The itinerary, your use of room service and check in. If your Itinerary has ports that are tendered and you'd like to be the 1st ones off, then maybe. If you're a room service type of cruiser in the mornings you'd get continental breakfasts. Nothing extravagant. It'll still cost ya. Sometimes ports have check ins where it doesn't even matter what level you are unless you're Haven. We're Platinum and in San Juan, we jumped in the same line as everyone else. At that time though. Not sure if they changed it. Same for Debarkation. Doesn't even matter. You'll get free canapés : ) Is it worth it? I lean towards no, for the most part. I remember when Carnival offered it for $50. No mas. Now they add things that no one really cares about. We want to sail on the Aqua next year.

@ThePardu 22 дня назад

Ok tks. EPIC isn’t a great ship. I cruises twice i the ship based on Itinerary. As far as Priority Access … passing on it. I am re-watching your vid. Thanks Much. Will Keep watching the vids. Ansy

@sharonwynne6102 4 месяца назад

Enjoyed your review, music just a bit loud so harder to hear you - but thank you, going on viva September

@downtovacay 4 месяца назад

Thanks for that. What I will most likely do is a refresh of the video so that it's easier to hear. For this video I messed up on the audio file to rush it out. Never will I ever.

@salliestewart4713 5 месяцев назад

I agree week spa pass for alaska

@markolwick2223 2 месяца назад

Wow. You guys are a complete failure of the U.S. education system. You blamed NCL because both sides of the ship don’t face the port when docked? Name one ship ever built, in the history of the world, where both sides of the ship face the same direction.

@downtovacay Месяц назад

I have no idea what you're talking about. I (Gil) don't mind if someone points out something that may not be right or we missed. I welcome that, because it helps us as well as the viewers get the best info possible. For people like you though... I don't tolerate the idiocy. I don't know if you're just a miserable person, but to be a keyboard pirate is something that separates us. Maybe you took something we said mistakenly? I have no clue because you never explained yourself. Very unfortunate. You're the 2nd person out of the many responses to say something insulting. I guess those are good odds. Happy sailing, dude.

@downtovacay Месяц назад

Check 10:10 where we clearly say that depending on how the ship is docked, you can go to Ocean Boulevard because it's the only ship that wraps around with a view. Just revisited your comment and decided to watch the entire video.