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Where are you seeing negative reviews? I have seen mostly positive, mixed in with a few things people wish were different, but nothing really negative other than the static MDR menu (which I would dislike). Being the new kid on the block, Prima is commanding a high price right now, so that’s a turn-off for me.

following…. As I have a cruise on Escape in Feb and am excited that the dry dock may bring some new benefits to the ship

Warren & DeanneB, I would be feeling the same uncertainty as you. However, there are a couple things to look forward to: The ship will be safer after the dry dock. (They’re required to dry dock every 3 years anyway. This will be only 2 years since Escape’s last, which tells me they really think it’s needed.) It seems highly likely they can finish the work in the allotted time. They know exactly what repair needs made, so I suspect they will keep to the schedule. You can still get travel insurance if you haven’t purchased it already… that would give you more peace of mind about an unplanned cancellation. They may do other rehab besides just improving the current patch job from the spring accident. Might be new linens (awesome), other decor changes, fresh looks, new sports equipment, maybe new phone charging capabilities or new TV’s or dining chairs, etc. It’s not very often that you get to sail on a fresh ship! There will be a thorough cleaning of the ship when in dry dock. You’ll be guaranteed a sanitized cabin!

Paul, Norwegian is offering to rebook the cancelled guests onto Getaway instead, with what I heard would’ve been the Escape’s original itinerary, but at a much-discounted price. Getaway is a great ship with excellent shows. If your vacation dates are set, and you have no other timeframe in which to use your voucher, then DEFINITELY choose their offer to switch you to the Getaway. That would be my choice. Greek Isles calling your name!!! Having said that, if your heart was on sailing the Escape, then pick out a future itinerary and CALL your Travel agent or NCL’s personal cruise consultant and request your voucher be extended due to Norwegian’s unplanned cancellation. Having a future date in mind shows your intention to reschedule. They will definitely extend it for you.