Just made a reservation for NCL > BCN > NCL in July. It's L class. Yes, a cheap ticket. I was surprised to find out that I couldn't get anything before row 9 on the two NCL-AMS sectors, even as a PE. I've been flying this route for several years both as a RW and PE, but I'd never experienced this. I was told by two elete helpdesk agents that select seating is now available on longhaul flights only.

I'm seriously considering shifting all my business to BA or someone else.