NCL Bliss Detailed Ship Tour Post Dry-Dock | Deck-By-Deck
January 29, 2026
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Welcome aboard the Norwegian Bliss! In this video, we’re doing a deck-by-deck ship tour of one of NCL’s most popular ships—before & after its February 2025 dry dock/refurbishment—so you can plan your cruise like a pro.
Built in 2018, Norwegian Bliss is a 168,000+ GT Breakaway-Plus class ship with 20 decks (16 guest-accessible) and tons to explore—from secret hot tubs and Spice H2O to the Observation Lounge, Waterfront dining, and the Bliss Speedway go-karts.
What you’ll see on this Norwegian Bliss ship tour
Top decks (18–20): open sundecks, Horizon Park (formerly laser tag), Vibe Beach Club, and those rarely-used “secret” hot tubs
Deck 19: mini golf + the NCL Bliss Speedway (electric go-karts)
Deck 17: American Diner, jogging track, Ocean Loops drop slide + Aqua Racer, main pool & hot tubs
Deck 16: Garden Café buffet (plus handy tips on buffet hours), pool layout updates, bars, smoking area, spa & gym
Deck 15: the iconic Observation Lounge (why it’s a must-do, even with size changes)
Deck 8: the Waterfront, Food Republic, The District Brewhouse, Cellars wine bar, La Cucina, Cavern Club, Maltings, Sugarcane, Humidor, Palomar, A-List Bar, and Cagney’s (expanded after renovations)
Deck 7: Bliss Theater, The Local (nearly 24/7), casino, and the Manhattan Room main dining
Deck 6: Q Texas BBQ, library/card room, Atrium hub (Starbucks, Shore Excursions, Guest Services), Teppanyaki expansion, Social Comedy Club, Taste & Savor (plus our breakfast strategy)
Deck 5: arcade + kids programs (Guppies, Splash Academy, Entourage)
Plus: a quick highlight of Le Bistro (one of our favorite specialty dining experiences)
Planning bonus
We also share a simple way to use the Freestyle Daily to map your week—and how to snag sample dailies via our Facebook page (The Sail Away) so you can plan ahead.
If you’re cruising Norwegian Bliss soon (Alaska, Mexican Riviera, or anywhere), this walkthrough is packed with practical tips, best spots, and “don’t miss this” areas.
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