Other features: New York's favorite ship takes you from Manhattan to Bermuda in the summer, and Canada & New England in the fall to watch the leaves turn. The rest of the year she sails from Miami to the best spots in the Caribbean. With 15 different dining options, 11 fun bars and lounges, a fitness center and spa, a Broadway-style theater, casino and three pools, she's a guest favorite. There's a wide array of staterooms, suites and villas on board, and lots of interconnecting rooms, so you're sure to find the perfect home base for your next cruise.
Norwegian Epic
Date entered service: March 2010
Gross registered tonnage: 153,000
Passenger capacity: 4,200
Number of crew: 1,730
Other features: Introducing NCL’s incredible new ship that reinvents cruising once again. Experience the many exciting new entertainment options and amazing nightlife, including the first true ice bar at sea. Norwegian Epic also has some of the most innovative and flexible accommodations ever – from Studios specifically designed and priced for the solo traveler and exclusive access to The Studio Lounge to private Villas. Add 20 different dining options and you’ll see why this is Freestyle Cruising on a grand scale.
Norwegian Gem
Date entered service: October 2007
Gross registered tonnage: 93,530
Passenger capacity: 2,394
Number of crew: 1,100
Other features: This sparkling ship offers up the best of everything from Norwegian Cruise Line, perfect for cruising the Bahamas & Florida, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. From the four-lane bowling alley in the Bliss Ultra Lounge to a multitude of nightly dining choices, Norwegian Gem has something for everyone. A truly impressive and expansive spa and fitness center, a pool deck complete with hot tubs and slides, and an incredible variety of staterooms, suites and villas, including the one-of-a-kind Courtyard Villas Complex where guests have exclusive access to a private pool deck.
Norwegian Jade
Date entered service: May 2006
Gross registered tonnage: 93,558
Passenger capacity: 2,466
Number of crew: 1,000
Other features: Sailing the Mediterranean year-round, Norwegian Jade is the perfect way to experience the beautiful coastlines, rich history and diverse culture of this region. The award-winning restaurants, 13 fun bars and lounges, a grand casino, a Broadway theater and an expansive spa, make this ship as amazing as her unique European itineraries. Visit 4 or 5 countries and unpack just once with endless choices of accommodations, including the unique 4,390-square-foot Garden Villas and exclusive Courtyard Villa Complex. For groups and families touring Europe, lots of inter-connecting staterooms, multi-room suites and other very comfortable accommodations make it easy to travel in numbers.
Norwegian Jewel
Date entered service: August 2005
Gross registered tonnage: 93,000
Passenger capacity: 2,376
Number of crew: 1,000
Other features: Like all of our cruise ships, Norwegian Jewel is a floating resort where the options are endless. Whether it's watching the leaves turn in Canada & New England, island hopping in the Caribbean or having a blast at the beaches and theme parks in the Bahamas & Florida, Norwegian Jewel has it all. In addition to the wide variety of staterooms, suites and villas, there are 13 bars and lounges to celebrate in, 16 different dining options, a casino, a spa and fitness center, extensive kid's facilities and programs, a Broadway theater, two pools and six hot tubs, all to make everyone in the family happy.
Norwegian Pearl
Date entered service: December 2006
Gross registered tonnage: 93,530
Passenger capacity: 2,394
Number of crew: 1,100
Other features: Whether relaxing in the Caribbean or exploring Alaska, Norwegian Pearl has something for everyone. The bowling alley, the 16 different dining options, 13 bars & lounges, a massive spa, two pools, six hot tubs, the Aqua Kid's Club, kid's pool, a rock climbing wall, fitness center with floor-to-ceiling windows, the Broadway theater and a lively casino certainly proves that point. For accommodations, she has it all, with the three-bedroom Garden Villas, the exclusive Courtyard Villas with private pool deck, and lots of multi-room suites and inter-connecting staterooms to make traveling as a family a breeze.
Norwegian Sky
Date entered service: August 1999 (formerly Pride of Aloha)
Gross registered tonnage: 77,104
Passenger capacity: 2,002
Number of crew: 950
Other features: Cruising the Bahamas year-round from Miami, this ship has a lot to brag about. Norwegian Sky offers the most balcony staterooms and is the youngest ship cruising 3- and 4-day Bahamas itineraries. Not to mention the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism naming us "Cruise Line of the Year." The best part is, our trained staff will keep the kids entertained with our Kid's Crew program, giving you the time to lounge by the pool, play in the casino, have a romantic dinner at one of 10 restaurants, celebrate in any of 10 bars, or just do nothing all day.
Norwegian Spirit
Date entered service: October 1998 (joined NCL May 2004)
Gross registered tonnage: 75,338
Passenger capacity: 1,966
Number of crew: 1,300
Other features: Cruising the Caribbean and Bermuda, along with Canada & New England in the fall, Norwegian Spirit is all about traveling in style. There's an undeniable water theme across the ship with the Tivoli Pool, four outdoor hot tubs, two Aquaswim water "treadmills" and the kid-favorite Buccaneer's Wet & Wild, with waterslides, a paddle pool and hot tub. The rest of the ship offers lots of ways to get the most out of a vacation with 15 dining options, 10 bars and lounges, Maharajah's Casino and the Roman Spa & Fitness Center.
Norwegian Star
Date entered service: December 2001
Gross registered tonnage: 91,740
Passenger capacity: 2,244
Number of crew: 1,100
Other features: This is the ship to choose when you cruise Alaska, or the Mexican Riviera. Whether it's margaritas or mushing a dog sled, Norwegian Star has it all, with 16 distinct dining options, 12 bars and lounges, a sprawling spa and always-exciting casino, plus a wide range of staterooms, suites and villas. For kids, the ship's Splash Down Kid's Pool, Planet Kids children's center, Video Zone video arcade, sports court, golf driving nets and movie theater will keep them very well entertained when they're not having the time of their lives on a Shore Excursion.
Norwegian Sun
Date entered service: November 2001
Gross registered tonnage: 78,309
Passenger capacity: 2,002
Number of crew: 980
Other features: Where in the world do you want to go? There's a pretty good chance Norwegian Sun can take you there with itineraries in exotic South America, the historic Baltic Capitals of Europe and the laid-back Caribbean. While you're becoming a world traveler, you won't have to worry about what to do or where to go, as there are 14 dining options, 10 bars and lounges to celebrate in, the Body Waves Spa to relax in and the Sun Club Casino to win in.
Pride of America
Date entered service: July 2005
Gross registered tonnage: 81,000
Passenger capacity: 2,144
Number of crew: 1,000
Other features: Aloha! Come aboard Pride of America for the best way to island hop Hawai'i. This ship offers up all the best from around the U.S., including an American crew. Cruise America's paradise in style, with 14 restaurants and nine bars and lounges, excellent family accommodations, spacious suites and lots of balconies - perfect for whale watching, witnessing K+lauea Volcano or taking in the dramatic view of the Napali Coast. As the first and only U.S.-flagged cruise ship in 50 years, Pride of America offers a one-of-a-kind itinerary that visits four of Hawaii's best islands, including overnights on Maui and Kaua`i.
