As the final ship in the Breakaway-Plus class, Norwegian Encore represents all of its best features. Its sisters, Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy, offer similar amenities and restaurants, but they have a special polish on Encore.

Once it reaches North America after sailing across the Atlantic, Norwegian Encore will sail first to the Caribbean from Miami and then to Bermuda from New York City. 

The go-kart raceway, one of the most well-known features on Norwegian’s Breakaway-Plus-class ships, is featured on Encore, too.

Here, Norwegian’s go-kart concept reaches a kind of high-speed, ultra-fun perfection. The karts are faster than ever, and the track cantilevers out over the edge of the ship by 13 feet.

Norwegian Encore’s water park includes two prominent slides — one that delivers high-speed thrills and cantilevers off the side of the ship, and one that’s gentler, and designed so that cruisers can ride in pairs.

Many of the attractions on Encore — including the go-kart raceway and the video/augmented reality games in the Galaxy Pavillion — are now designed with a spectator element. Here, you can cheer your friends as they fly by in the over-water waterslide tube.

This interactive splash zone, which features tipping buckets, slides, and water cannons, is built with younger kinds in mind. 

No mere video arcade, Galaxy Pavilion has an array of virtual reality car racing, maze, and sports simulation games, as well as an escape room. We expect that teens and tweens will spend plenty of time here. 

Other ships have laser tag arenas. This Atlantis-themed game takes the idea to new heights, and includes augmented reality elements.

This giant coiling serpent makes up the shelters in this incredible open-air, top-deck arena.

Vibe Beach Club, a grownups-only private enclave that has sweeping ocean views and hot tubs that extend over the side of the ship, has been significantly expanded on Norwegian Encore. Guests pay an additional fee for access to this area. 

The indoor, 180-degree observation lounge is back on Norwegian Encore. As on its sister ships, it's among the most beautiful relaxation spaces any any megaship.

Tidy minimalism rules in Norwegian Encore's cabins. As is the way with many of the newest megaships, blaring colors and palm tree motifs have given way to subtler, more soothing shades and ultra-functional furnishings. This balcony suite, of course, is all about the private view.

As on its sister ships, Norwegian Encore is all about the mix of high-style luxury amenities for adults and high-wattage fun for kids. Falling distinctly into the former category are these spa suites, which offer easy access to the Mandara Spa and complimentary access to its expansive thermal suite. 

After taking a bit of a break on Norwegian Joy, the splashy thermal suite within the Mandara Spa is back on Norwegian Encore.

As it does on Norwegian Bliss, this restful space includes a snow room, salt room, pool, and spacious saunas.
 

The Haven, Norwegian's luxury ship-within-a-ship concept, remains its most beautiful -- and exclusive -- space. 

The Haven's private lounge -- and all of its spaces -- are designed for serenity and solitude. 

Here, passengers enjoy 24-hour butler service, priority boarding, access to the excellent Haven Restaurant, a private sundeck, and other perks.  

This classic big-city Italian restaurant makes its debut as an elegant, intimate specialty restaurant onboard Norwegian Escape. You will not find this restaurant on any other ship at sea -- not yet, anyway. 

The best news: the restaurant’s famous spaghetti with tomato and basil is on the menu, and tastes every bit as authentic as the versions you’d find in New York or London.

Atrium Bar is one of the ship's most popular gathering spots, and it makes sense. It's right in the center of things. Open from morning until night, it's good for both a post-breakfast Bloody Mary or a nightcap. 

Making an -- ahem -- encore appearance after debuting on her sister ships, the District Brew House remains a fun late-night spot. There are more than 70 beers on tap here, and live music is the norm after dark. 

The Cellars feels more thoughtfully designed and elegant than ever on Norwegian Encore. Situated adjacent to Onda by Scarpetta, it's the perfect place to stop in before or after dinner for a glass of wine.

Specialty restaurant Le Bistro serves French cuisine -- including a buttery escargot. The dramatic decor here (plush curtains, velvet seating), too, adds to the celebratory ambiance. 

Surrounded by the ship's restaurants, A-List Bar is the spot to linger if you're waiting for friends or enjoying a post-dinner drink. The specialty cocktails here -- including the margaritas -- are highly recommended. 

Come to this expansive space to watch a game and snack on pub fare. Most importantly, though, this is one of the few spots on the ship where you can order food around the clock.