Norwegian Encore - Panama Canal Repositioning
A 22-night one-way repositioning from Miami to Seattle that threads the full Panama Canal in daylight, then works up the entire Pacific coast of Central America, Mexico, and the U.S. West Coast. With calls in six countries and a two-day San Francisco stop, it's one of the longest and cheapest-per-night itineraries Encore sails all year.
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Ship Details — Norwegian Encore
View full Norwegian Encore detailsYear Built
2019
Tonnage
169,116 GT
Passengers
3,998
Crew
1,735
Decks
20
Class
Breakaway Plus
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Onboard Amenities
Cruise Highlights
About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Norwegian Encore
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Norwegian Encore sailing. Based on 2,000 discussions.
Norwegian Encore is a 2019-built, 2024-refurbished Breakaway-Plus megaship for roughly 4,000 guests, with an energetic, activity-packed, slightly party-leaning vibe. Its calling card is the largest go-kart racetrack at sea, backed by two waterslides, open-air laser tag, and the Galaxy Pavilion VR arcade — there's always something to do regardless of weather. The 2024 refit gave it a modern, upscale look across cabins and public spaces.
What People Love
- Largest go-kart track at sea (~1,100 ft, two levels) that extends over the ship's edge — the signature thrill draw
- Broadway-caliber entertainment: Choir of Man and the Tony-winning Kinky Boots are rated among the best shows afloat
- Huge all-weather activity lineup — two waterslides, open-air laser tag, and the Galaxy Pavilion VR/4D/escape-room complex
Common Complaints
- Heavy nickel-and-diming: go-karts, escape room, specialty dining, drinks, Wi-Fi and spa all cost extra and add up fast
- New $5-per-extra-entrée fee in the main dining rooms (one included entrée per person) drew widespread cruiser backlash
- Feels crowded at ~4,000 guests, with ~10-minute waits for a buffet table on busy Caribbean sailings
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