#Familyspringbreakcruise
"Families, Friends & Groups that play together stay Together"
"Families, Friends & Groups that play together stay Together"
Sun - Sun, March 22-29, 2020 (other dates available)
Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Miami - San Juan - St. Thomas - Tortola - Miami
Onboard the brand new "Norwegian Encore"
Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Miami - San Juan - St. Thomas - Tortola - Miami
Onboard the brand new "Norwegian Encore"
Perfectly planned & family friendly exciting Caribbean vacation cruise
unlimited fun & fantastic Spring Break memories with friends
More fun, easier and less expensive than a Disney or ski trip!
unlimited fun & fantastic Spring Break memories with friends
More fun, easier and less expensive than a Disney or ski trip!
Thrill - Chill - Encore
The Norwegian Difference - "Feel Free" |
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Book Now to secure your cabins at the best pricing while still available...
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Tic, Tok...The Clock is Ticking |
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Check out your ship and sailing....
Your best Spring Break ever!
"Oh, The Places We'll Go!" - Dr. Seuss
"Oh, The Places We'll Go!" - Dr. Seuss
Extra Amenities Included
- Ultimate Beverage Package (value of $1,400 - just pay gratuities)
- 3-Nights Specialty Restaurant Dining (value of $160 -just pay gratuities)
- Shore Excursion Credit of $50 per cabin per port (value of $200)
- 250 minute onboard cabin Wi-Fi Package (value of $130)
Please Note: Amenities apply to first two guests sharing a cabin. Oceanview Staterooms and above receive all 4 amenities while Inside cabins receive beverage package and Wi-Fi package only.
what's included in the price?
Inclusive Pricing: Thanks to valuable guest feedback and preferences for "not being nickeled and dimed onboard," we offer more inclusive pricing and always superior personal service than what is advertised directly from the cruise lines or mass market online cruise shops. Our inclusive pricing allows you to accurately budget and "know your true costs from the start". Don't be fooled or mislead by online cruise promotions, pitches and gimmicks that change constantly with hidden restrictions and often confusing and then having to pay additional mandatory charges onboard. Your upfront inclusive pricing offers better value with more "extras" and always superior personal service from booking till you smoothly arrive back home (all guests must be part of group block to receive group benefits and extras).
Your Exclusive Group Inclusions:- Professionally managed event with ongoing/onboard care and attention of your group travel hosts
- Pre-Paid Onboard Gratuities of $15/ per person per day or $105 total per person (never included in online cruise pricing)
- Gov't Taxes & Port charges of $173.77 per person (often not included in online cruise pricing)
- *Premium Beverage package onboard for first two guests that includes full alcohol, sodas, juices, etc., for beverages up to $15). For guests under 21 a non-alcohol beverage package will apply (more information available under FAQ's). Other options are available.
- *Premium Beverage Package Gratuities of $19.80 per person or $138.60 for the first two guests sharing a cabin (often not included online)
- *3-Day Dining Package for first two guests sharing a cabin with gratuities of $19.80 per person included (overall value over $175)
- *$50 Shore excursion cabin credit (value of $200)
- *Onboard Internet Package of 250 minutes (value of $130)
- Exclusive Group Cocktail party onboard (never included)
- Exclusive Onboard Group Dining together so can always see and be close to your friends
- Personal selection/placement of our cruise cabin so can be by your friends and family
- Exclusive Onboard/Onshore networking and get togethers
- Access to Facebook Exclusive Group Event to network with other cruisers
- Onboard Hospitality Desk exclusive for group guests
- *Inside cabins receive beverage package and internet package amenities only
- Shipboard Accommodations for 7 nights
- Ocean Transportation
- Onboard Meals & some beverages
- Shipboard Entertainment & Daily Activities
- Onboard Children and Teen Programs
- Onboard Aqua Park, Laser Tag and Race Track
- Exciting Ports of Call
- Brand new modern and high tech cruise ship
- Unpacking just once
What's not included in the price?
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- Onboard spa services (onboard fitness facility is free)
- Personal Expenses
- Ground Transfers to Cruise / Cruise Terminal Parking
- Pre/post hotels and tours
Are there special prices for children or infants?
Per the Cruise Line’s rules; The first two guests sharing a cabin regardless of age are charged at the noted per person rate. Additional guests (regardless of age) sharing the same cabin are charged at a discounted rate. Most cabins have a maximum occupancy of 4 guests, but some suites can accommodate up to 6 guests. If you have more than 4 guests in your party, we suggest booking adjoining cabins or cabins across from each other (i.e. balcony cabin for parents and inside cabin across the hallway for children). On some balcony cabins the doors on the balconies can be opened creating a long balcony for a family or travel party to enjoy easy access to everyone’s cabins. Highly recommend booking early for best selection of cabins that fit your family or travel party.
why should I book early?
- Better Cabin Selection - Yes, for best selection of cabins, locations and pricing. Unlike a hotel vacation when guests are checking in and out for multiple stays and dates, on a cruise vacation everyone checks in and out on the same dates. This allows us to reserve a specific cabin for you and your guests according to your preference(s). Suites, specialty and family cabins, mid-ship cabin locations, adjoining balcony cabins and inside cabins across from balcony cabins are always in high demand and get booked quickly. Also, these are big ships so when traveling with friends and family it is always more fun to have your “crew” close together in the same hallway and location so booking early makes it easier for us to secure cabins close together
- Better Pricing – We have a limited number of cabins at our current group pricing. Once our allotment is sold cabin prices will be at the prevailing prices and these prices always increase as it gets closer to departure date as most ships sail at 100% occupancy. We check pricing frequently so if prices do decrease after booking we can usually reprice your cabin to match the new promotion or discounted pricing and pass on these savings.
is a balcony stateroom worth it?
Yes, definitely! The sights, shorelines of the Caribbean are inspiring and what better way to enjoy them than from the privacy of your own private balcony stateroom.
Private balconies are also a great way to escape the crowds. It is your own front row reserved seat to enjoy the same view from your own deck chair while having a cup of coffee or glass of wine- but without the crowds on the main decks. Balcony cabins are bigger as well since the balcony adds an additional dedicated seating area and the balcony sliding doors provide a floor to ceiling view of some of the best scenery in the world. The fresh sea air along with the soothing sounds of the ocean make for restful sleep. If you're already spending the money and taking time to cruise, then treat yourself to a balcony...you will not be disappointed and will be glad you did. We have been in the travel business for a long time and have never heard of anyone that purchased a balcony cabin later say they wish they had bought an inside cabin. So, the answer is "YES."
FYI, due to the popularity and demand of balcony cabins, all newer cruise ships are built with close to 75% or higher of cabins and suites with balconies.
Private balconies are also a great way to escape the crowds. It is your own front row reserved seat to enjoy the same view from your own deck chair while having a cup of coffee or glass of wine- but without the crowds on the main decks. Balcony cabins are bigger as well since the balcony adds an additional dedicated seating area and the balcony sliding doors provide a floor to ceiling view of some of the best scenery in the world. The fresh sea air along with the soothing sounds of the ocean make for restful sleep. If you're already spending the money and taking time to cruise, then treat yourself to a balcony...you will not be disappointed and will be glad you did. We have been in the travel business for a long time and have never heard of anyone that purchased a balcony cabin later say they wish they had bought an inside cabin. So, the answer is "YES."
FYI, due to the popularity and demand of balcony cabins, all newer cruise ships are built with close to 75% or higher of cabins and suites with balconies.
are babysitters available?
No, Norwegian doesn’t offer babysitting but instead offers Group Sitting Services for children ages 3-12 years old every night from 10:30pm - 1:30am (Late Night Fun Zone) and on port days while the ship is docked.
On Port Days, a minimal fee is charged only during scheduled meal time per the activity booklet.
Nightly at Late Night Fun Zone, there is an hourly fee of $6.00 USD per hour, per child and $4.00 USD per hour, per child for each additional sibling.
Parents are encouraged to sign up in advance for both services. If no children are signed up or dropped off by 11:30 pm for the nightly service, the youth center will close for the evening. The fees are charged to your on-board account. Fifteen-minute transition time is offered before charges apply from Splash Academy to Late Night. Both services are run by the Youth Staff in the Splash Academy Facility.
Hours of Operations
Port Day: Arrival into Port – Departure from Port
Overnight In Port: Arrival in Port – 8:00 pm
On Port Days, a minimal fee is charged only during scheduled meal time per the activity booklet.
Nightly at Late Night Fun Zone, there is an hourly fee of $6.00 USD per hour, per child and $4.00 USD per hour, per child for each additional sibling.
Parents are encouraged to sign up in advance for both services. If no children are signed up or dropped off by 11:30 pm for the nightly service, the youth center will close for the evening. The fees are charged to your on-board account. Fifteen-minute transition time is offered before charges apply from Splash Academy to Late Night. Both services are run by the Youth Staff in the Splash Academy Facility.
Hours of Operations
Port Day: Arrival into Port – Departure from Port
Overnight In Port: Arrival in Port – 8:00 pm
what type of children's programs are onboard?
As a courtesy this information was copied from the Norwegian Cruise Line's webpage. Please consult their webpage directly before boarding for current information
Family Workshops/Activities
Youth Counselors and Cruise Staff come together to offer fun interactive activities for the whole family from Game Shows, Sports Challenges, Pizza Making, and Trivias. In addition, Norwegian offers the following structured complimentary children’s programs onboard:
Splash Academy For Kids
When your little ones are having a great time, you’re having a great time. Sign them up for our complimentary youth program where they can enjoy creative play, sports and more. From theme night activities to cool parties, our youth staff has a knack for this stuff.
Activities & Age Groups
Guppies
6 Months - Under 3 Years Old (Parents required. Fleetwide)
3 - 5 Years
6 - 9 Years
10 - 12 Years
13-17 Years
Family Workshops/Activities
Youth Counselors and Cruise Staff come together to offer fun interactive activities for the whole family from Game Shows, Sports Challenges, Pizza Making, and Trivias. In addition, Norwegian offers the following structured complimentary children’s programs onboard:
Splash Academy For Kids
When your little ones are having a great time, you’re having a great time. Sign them up for our complimentary youth program where they can enjoy creative play, sports and more. From theme night activities to cool parties, our youth staff has a knack for this stuff.
Activities & Age Groups
Guppies
6 Months - Under 3 Years Old (Parents required. Fleetwide)
- Sensory Play
- Music and Movement
- Colors of the Rainbow
3 - 5 Years
- Arts & Crafts and Painting
- Circus School (Tiger Act)
- Developmental Activities
- Sensory Play
- Storytelling
- Parades/Treasure Hunts
6 - 9 Years
- Circus Skills and Show (Scarf Juggling, Plate Spinning, Devil Sticks, and Rope Spinning)
- Theme Nights
- Painting
- Sports/Games
- Team-Building Challenges
- Parades/Treasure Hunts
- Video Games
10 - 12 Years
- Entourage Take-Over
- Circus Skills and Show (Stilts, Ball Juggling, Chinese Yo-Yo, Plate Spinner, Devil Sticks)
- Scavenger Hunts
- Themed Nights (Survivor/Spy)
- Sports/Team Building
- Video Games and Challenges
13-17 Years
- Run off and play while your teenagers hang out in a place filled with video games, movies, arts, music, sports and people their own age.
- From the coolest lounge at sea to the hippest dance club at night, there’s always something going on at our teen centers. Best of all, it’s all complimentary and supervised. *
- *Some teen centers are used as a hangout when program is not in session and may not be supervised but are under surveillance
what if I get seasick?
Seasickness may hit one person hard, while others don’t feel a thing. So, what’s the deal?
Experts say there no way to prevent motion sickness 100 percent. However, the chances are far less now with sizes and new technology of modern cruise ships along with medications and proper precautions.
Motion sickness occurs when what you see conflicts with what your inner ear senses. In other words, if you’re sitting in a car (not moving) but your inner ear detects movement (the car just hit 70 mph on the highway), the two signals being sent to your brain don’t match. Those mixed signals confuse the brain, and the resulting sensations and symptoms (dizziness, nausea) are the result.
Modern ocean cruising is all about having fun while visiting many exciting ports smoothly, safely and in good health. To this end there has never been a better time than now to enjoy cruising while minimizing any discomfort or sea sickness. Information, Tips and advice are below to help you get your sea legs while onboard:
Experts say there no way to prevent motion sickness 100 percent. However, the chances are far less now with sizes and new technology of modern cruise ships along with medications and proper precautions.
Motion sickness occurs when what you see conflicts with what your inner ear senses. In other words, if you’re sitting in a car (not moving) but your inner ear detects movement (the car just hit 70 mph on the highway), the two signals being sent to your brain don’t match. Those mixed signals confuse the brain, and the resulting sensations and symptoms (dizziness, nausea) are the result.
Modern ocean cruising is all about having fun while visiting many exciting ports smoothly, safely and in good health. To this end there has never been a better time than now to enjoy cruising while minimizing any discomfort or sea sickness. Information, Tips and advice are below to help you get your sea legs while onboard:
- Cruise Ship Stabilizers - Built off a ship’s port and starboard sides along the water line, they reduce side-to-side motion or pitch and roll for a smoother ride, which helps cut down on feelings of seasickness. Stabilizers make a large ocean cruise ship much more stable than any small pleasure or fishing boat you may have been on before.
- Smooth Seas - With good weather forecasting and itinerary planning it is rare for a ship to encounter severe storms and very rough seas for an extended period as the Captain can simply steer clear. Additionally, unless you’re on a trans-ocean cruise most cruise itineraries seldom have multiple sea days in a row so even if you experience some sea sickness you will feel much better once in port and on land the next day.
- Medications – Consult your doctor or pharmacist before boarding as medications like Dramamine and Meclizine (we suggest the non-drowsy versions if available) are very effective for motion sickness when taken as directed (some medications require being taken 1 or 2 days before cruising). Other helpful options like Scopolamine patches placed behind the ear and acupressure wristbands, which stimulate a pressure point that can relieve nausea. We suggest buying any medications, patches or bands before cruising as they can sell out on the ship quickly or in port.
- Cabin Location – Lower level cabins located Mid-Ship or towards the Aft (rear) tend to have less motion than higher level cabins and being towards the stern (front of the ship). Balcony cabins with open access to fresh sea air and floor to ceiling sliding door windows are also recommended.
- Avoid Key Triggers - There are several factors that can contribute to the not-so-great feeling of being off balance. It is a good idea to avoid fatty foods or those high in salt and sugar, avoid alcohol 24 hours prior to sailing, and poor ventilation as strong smells can overwhelm the senses. Also, it is best to avoid reading. If you must, read small passages at one time and take frequent breaks to look up and find the horizon.
- Stay Cool - You do want to stay cool and eat s