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The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship

T hinking of booking a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line ? You have a lot of choices. The Miami-based line operates vessels in almost every corner of the world, with a wide range of itineraries in many destinations.

You'll find Norwegian ships everywhere from the Caribbean and the Bahamas to Europe, Asia and Australia. The line is also a big player in Hawaii.

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In addition, Norwegian is particularly known for cruises to Bermuda out of Boston and New York City, and it offers Canada and New England cruises regularly. It also operates some Panama Canal sailings and trips from the West Coast of the U.S. to the Mexican Riviera.

In North America, Norwegian ships sail from a relatively wide range of home ports, including Baltimore; Boston; New York City; Miami and Tampa; Galveston, Texas; San Juan, Puerto Rico; New Orleans; San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco; Seattle; Honolulu; Vancouver, British Columbia; Quebec City and Quebec in Canada; and Seward, Alaska.

Here is a look at the best destinations you can visit on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship.

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Some of Norwegian's most exciting itineraries are in Europe, where the line is a significant player. It offers a wide range of itineraries in the Mediterranean and across northern Europe.

Norwegian will typically deploy around half of its 19 ships to the continent from spring to fall, making Europe its biggest focus for more than half the year. Norwegian also sometimes offers Europe cruises in the winter — albeit typically with just one ship.

Norwegian's Mediterranean sailings provide the chance to see such iconic destinations as Barcelona in Spain; and Florence, Rome and Naples in Italy in a single cruise. Or, you can sign up for a Mediterranean cruise that focuses on the Greek Islands.

In northern Europe, Norwegian will take you to such famed Baltic cities as Stockholm; Tallinn, Estonia; and Helsinki in a single sailing.

In past years, such Baltic trips have also included a multiday call at St. Petersburg, Russia — traditionally the highlight of any Baltic sailings. However, like all major cruise lines, Norwegian pulled St. Petersburg from Baltic itineraries in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

As of the publishing of this guide, Norwegian had opened bookings for all of its Baltic sailing through late 2025, and St. Petersburg remains off the schedule for all of them. The line hasn't said when it might return to St. Petersburg.

For those looking to explore northern Europe, Norwegian also offers itineraries that zero in on Iceland, Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Norwegian's Europe voyages range widely in length from just four nights to a whopping 19 nights (for a repositioning cruise itinerary that begins in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and ends in the European city of Lisbon).

Among the longest sailings that Norwegian offers that focus solely on European stops is a one-way trips between Reykjavik, Iceland, and Oslo, Norway, that includes a wide range of stops in Greenland, Iceland, Denmark's Faroe Islands and Norway.

In Northern Europe, Norwegian ships mostly sail out of Amsterdam, Stockholm, Copenhagen, England's Southampton and Reykjavík in Iceland.

In the Mediterranean, the line's hubs are Barcelona; Civitavecchia (the port for Rome) and Trieste (near Venice) in Italy; Piraeus (the port for Athens) in Greece; and Istanbul.

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Norwegian isn't the biggest player in Alaska cruises. The giants of cruising to Alaska are Princess Cruises and Holland America , two brands that are sister lines to each other and control a large percentage of the market.

Still, Norwegian typically sends three to five vessels to Alaska every summer, and its big, activity-filled ships are a popular pick with families looking to visit the destination.

The Alaska cruise season is a short one, lasting roughly from April to late October.

For 2024, Norwegian plans to deploy four ships to the Alaska market for the full season:

• Norwegian Encore : Norwegian's biggest vessel will operate seven-night voyages to Alaska round trip out of Seattle. It will call at the Alaska towns of Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, plus Victoria, British Columbia. It will also visit Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park for glacier viewing.
• Norwegian Sun: This ship will operate a mix of nine- to 10-night sailings to Alaska out of Seattle. The list of port calls varies based on the length of the trips.
• Norwegian Bliss : The 3,958-passenger vessel will operate seven-night voyages to Alaska round trip out of Seattle. On most sailings, it will call at Sitka, Juneau, Ketchikan and Icy Strait Point in Alaska, plus Victoria, British Columbia. It will also visit Alaska's Endicott Arm for glacier viewing. Some sailings at the start and end of the season substitute a visit to Skagway and Glacier Bay National Park for the stops in Sitka and Icy Strait Point, and drop the visit to Endicott Arm.
• Norwegian Jewel. The 2,330-passenger ship will operate one-way voyages to Alaska between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Seward, Alaska. The trips typically include stops in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan, plus a visit to either Glacier Bay National Park or Icy Strait Point.

In recent years, the 1,972-passenger Norwegian Spirit also has spent its summers sailing in Alaska, but most of its Alaska voyages for 2024 were canceled as a result of the vessel being chartered to another company (Norwegian still is marketing two unusual one-way voyages to Alaska on Norwegian Spirit that will take place at the start of the 2024 season — the first a 16-night trip to Alaska that starts in Honolulu on April 22 and ends in Vancouver; the second an 18-night trip that starts May 8 in Vancouver and ends in Tokyo).

The appeal of the one-way sailings on Norwegian Jewel is that they can be combined with Norwegian-organized land tours of Alaska lasting from three to six days to create 10- to 13-night "cruisetours."

The land tour portion of such trips brings visits to such well-known interior Alaska locations as Denali National Park and the town of Fairbanks.

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The Caribbean and the Bahamas

The Caribbean and the Bahamas have always been a big area of operations for Norwegian. In fact, for a long time, the regions were so much the focus that the line included "Caribbean" in its name. Up until 1987, Norwegian was known as Norwegian Caribbean Line.

These days, Norwegian usually keeps just two of its 19 vessels in the Caribbean and the Bahamas year-round (in recent years, the year-round ships have been Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Escape, both sailing to the Caribbean and the Bahamas from Florida ports). However, it really ramps things up in the region in the winter, when it deploys a large portion of its ships to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.

Norwegian currently has 15 of its 19 ships scheduled to sail to the Caribbean and the Bahamas for at least part of 2024 — including its newest and most advanced ship, the 3,195-passenger Norwegian Viva.

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Norwegian offers a broad range of Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries from more than half a dozen home ports. If you're looking for something short, the line has you covered in the form of lots of quick, three- and four-night trips from Miami to the Bahamas.

It also offers an abundance of seven-night sailings to Caribbean and Bahamian ports, as well as a handful of longer trips in the region that range from nine to 14 nights.

At the core of the line's Caribbean and Bahamas program are its seven-night sailings, which break down into three broad categories:

• Eastern Caribbean voyages
• Western Caribbean voyages
• Southern Caribbean voyages

A typical seven-night Norwegian sailing to the Eastern Caribbean includes stops in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas.

Norwegian's seven Western Caribbean voyages will typically include a visit to Roatan, Honduras; Harvest Caye, Belize; and Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico.

The line's Southern Caribbean itineraries will often bring visits to Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, St. Lucia and St. Kitts. They typically begin and end in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

When sailing to the Caribbean, Norwegian ships generally sail out of Miami, Port Canaveral and Tampa in Florida; and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The line also offers Caribbean sailings out of Baltimore, Galveston, New Orleans, New York City and, occasionally, Panama City, Panama, and La Romana, Dominican Republic.

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Norwegian is the undisputed leader in Hawaii cruises. Most cruise lines that offer sailings to Hawaii only offer a limited number of such trips during a few months each year. Norwegian, by contrast, offers sailings around the Hawaiian Islands out of Honolulu every week of the year — the only cruise line in the world to do so.

Norwegian's Hawaii voyages are also more intensely focused on Hawaii than the Hawaii trips offered by most other lines. This is because Norwegian offers its Hawaii cruises on one of the only cruise ships in the world that meets the regulatory requirements allowing it to spend all its time in the destination.

Norwegian's Hawaii trips take place on Norwegian's 2,150-passenger Pride of America, which has the rare distinction of being both U.S.-flagged and U.S.-crewed. By law, only such a vessel can cruise full-time in Hawaii without regularly traveling long distances to foreign ports.

An iconic presence in Hawaii, Pride of America has been permanently dedicated to the archipelago since its debut in 2005. It offers a repeating seven-night itinerary that begins each Saturday in Honolulu and brings the chance to visit four different Hawaiian islands on a single seven-night trip.

Beginning and ending on the island of Oahu, the itinerary includes two days each on the islands of Maui, Kauai and Hawaii. The two-day visit to Maui involves an overnight stay at the port of Kahului.

The two-day visit to Kauai involves an overnight stay at the port of Nawiliwili. The two-day visit to Hawaii is split between a call at Hilo and a call at Kona.

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Norwegian usually deploys two ships on Bermuda runs every year — one out of New York City and one out of Boston.

In both cases, the sailings offered are mostly seven nights in length and include a two-night stay in Bermuda.

For 2024, Norwegian will devote one of its biggest ships, the 3,782-passenger Norwegian Joy, to Bermuda. It will run out of New York. The line's 2,344-passenger Norwegian Gem will sail to Bermuda out of Boston.

In addition, the line's 3,903-passenger Norwegian Getaway will operate a handful of sailings to Bermuda out of New York during the early part of 2024 that include stops in the Caribbean (something that is relatively rare), and the 3,903-passenger Norwegian Breakaway will operate a few sailings to Bermuda out of New York toward the end of 2024.

The line's relatively new Norwegian Prima will operate a single Bermuda sailing out of New York at the end of 2024.

While most of Norwegian's Bermuda sailings are seven nights in length, the line also sometimes offers a few shorter four- and five-night Bermuda sailings and, occasionally, a longer, nine-night Bermuda sailing.

Note that the shorter Bermuda sailings can offer very little time in the country, sometimes as few as nine hours.

Bottom line

Norwegian offers a wide range of itineraries in destinations around the world, from the Caribbean to Asia. However, you'll find the most choices among Norwegian itineraries in the Caribbean and Europe.

The line is also well-known for voyages around Hawaii and to Bermuda. Its Hawaii sailings, in particular, are something of a rarity in the industry.

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Details emerge after Viking ship replica sinks off Norway, killing U.S. woman

August 29, 2024 / 12:11 PM EDT / CBS/AP

A strong wave was likely responsible for the capsizing of a Viking ship replica earlier this week off Norway's coast that killed a U.S. citizen , police said Thursday, describing it as a "tragic accident" that did not constitute a criminal matter.

The wooden replica, called Naddodd, was crossing the North Atlantic from the Faeroe Islands to Norway with an international team of six people. The 33-feet double-masted vessel built on the Faeroes had departed the islands located halfway between Scotland and Iceland on Saturday.

On Tuesday, it sailed into strong winds and high waves and late that night, the ship capsized off the coastal town of Stad, about 215 miles from the capital of Oslo.

Survivors told police that the weather "suddenly turned significantly worse than predicted with very high waves." Rescuers said some of the waves were up to 16 feet high at the time.

Norway's Sea Rescue Society posted video of one of its boats navigating the rough seas during the search for the capsized ship.

#Redningsskøyta «Idar Ulstein» er på nå på stedet hvor vikingskipet har kantret vest av #Stad . Vi holder øye med skipet, og gjør det vi kan for å bistå med bergingen, men værforholdene gjør det svært krevende. pic.twitter.com/iLUUeo6Qoz — Redningsselskapet (@NSSR) August 27, 2024

The five survivors had managed to get into an inflatable life raft and were later airlifted to safety by helicopter. A sixth person, who had been trapped underneath the vessel, drowned, police said. The victim's body was found on Wednesday.

Police have not released the name of the victim but Norwegian and Faeroese media identified her as 29-year-old archaeologist Karla Dana, from Florida.

"Thrilled to be a part of this crew, fearlessly embarking on this Nordic voyage on a Viking ship replica across the North Sea, pushing through physical and mental limits to sail into history," Dana had posted on her LinkedIn profile before the trip.

Sail2North Expeditions, which organized the trip, told CBS News they would release more information about the incident on Friday. In a June Instagram post , Sail2North called Dana "the youngest member of our crew and embodies both the curiosity of a field researcher and the boldness of an adventurer."

In 2023, Dana joined the Florida chapter of The Explorers Club,  BBC News  reported. Joseph Dituri, the chairman of club's Florida chapter, told the outlet that her death is a reminder "that we make these dangerous expeditions and explorations look easy but they are not."

"This brave explorer left this planet doing something she loved entirely too early," he told BBC News. "Her exploration spirit was evident in everything she did as well as her zest for life! It is a better world having had her in it."

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Exclusive: Pictures of Norwegian Cruise Lines New Miami Cruise Terminal

Since our last update about nine months ago , there’s been major progress on Norwegian Cruise Line’s new Terminal B at the Port of Miami .

We recently took a trip from the port and got a first-hand look at how the new terminal is coming along. As you can see in the photos below, the building is taking shape and it doesn’t have that much longer until completion.

The structure looks to now be enclosed, along with the glass window facade that looks out into the channel:

When we last visited in February, the main terminal building was just a portion of a skeleton. Now it’s a complete structure, along with a parking garage. There’s still plenty of work to be done, but we were told is should be complete in early 2020.

The new Terminal B sits right next door to Royal Caribbean’s new Terminal A. Along with those new terminals, there are several more cruise terminals in the works for the Port of Miami.

As the world’s busiest cruise port, it’s exciting to see all the changes underway at the port to make it an even better place to cruise. This new terminal from Norwegian looks to be the feather in the cruise line’s cap — and another gem at the port.

Here’s a rendering of how it will look once completed:

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Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Sky

We took the Norwegian Star in 2016 and we fell in love with NCL so when we decided to go cruising again it's was a no brainer going with NCL but our expectations were no meet this time. First, the food of the buffet was bland and with very few options (in the NCL Star the buffet was one of the stronger points having one theme buffet each day). At leats in 3 oportunities we find adults using the ... Read More

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Norwegian Sky

The unexpected cruise. Well, at least a cruise with a complete itinerary change due to a hurricane. This was not a problem for us as long as the ship left dock and it did turning from an Eastern Caribbean into a Western Caribbean cruise. Okay, not what we signed up for, but a cruise is a cruise and we wanted some serious rest and relaxation. The ship is small. This is the only reason I gave it ... Read More

While I prefer the small cruise experience in preference to that of the megaships, this cruise I just concluded on the aged NCL Sky presented too many compromises for me to recommend it, even for budget or new cruisers. I will start with something that really was a negative slam dunk from day one: the diminutive main buffet. In my 20 years of cruising, including ships of identical size like the ... Read More

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Breakaway

Itinerary was changed as we boarded ship. No notice, no refund, no nothing. We both came down with RSV the day after we returned. All the new ports were only tourist traps. Got the free at sea open bar but it does not include bottled water. That is $7 a bottle. All gratuities included does not include $20 per day per person service charge. Cost a couple an extra $280. There is smoking in ... Read More

Review for a Bahamas Cruise on Norwegian Sky

Great experience. Third time on NCL and was a bit nervous about the smaller ship for the lack of activities and the possibility of a more choppy ride. Neither were an issue. The smaller ship was more manageable and it was nice to bump into family and friends and get to know the staff a bit more than usual. It was also nice to take the stairs to various levels. There are many, smaller elevators on ... Read More

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Did we have a good time? Yes. Would I ever go on this boat again? NO. The adult pool is 7ft deep and you can’t drink in the pool on NCL? Ridiculous. The depth of the pool meant holding the wall or treading water the whole time. Main dining and Cagneys steak were good. The buffet was beyond disgusting. I don’t know how in the world they serve that food. The quality of beef in the burgers and ... Read More

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Norwegian Breakaway

I recently took a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, and it was an incredibly disappointing experience from start to finish.First, our reservations were completely wrong, which led to spending more time at customer service than actually enjoying the cruise. The staff seemed overwhelmed and unhelpful, making the whole ordeal even more frustrating.The disaster continued on the first night with ... Read More

I honestly almost cancelled this cruise because of all the negative reviews. I’m so glad I didnt. I am picky and we had an absolutely wonderful time with two adults and 4 kids (2 families). Yes, it was busy but it is summer, what do you expect? Yes, I had to wait for drinks and service at times, but we are on vacation. Overall great trip and I would not hesitate to book. My kids had a blast ... Read More

Nothing on this trip on the Breakway exceeded our expectations. We had no pleasant surprises! Only disappointment and errors! The app started out not working properly! I tried to upgrade my cabin and it didn't work for days on the app. I called the call center and asked about the problem and they didn't show any errors or information! The attendant took a long time to answer and couldn't ... Read More

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Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line, which is headquartered in Miami, is one of the world’s largest cruise operators. Norwegian’s ships are instantly recognizable by the large, colorful murals painted on their bows.

Norwegian offers an extensive line-up of cruises from Miami, with many ports of call throughout the Bahamas and the Caribbean, including stops at the cruise line’s own private island, Great Stirrup Cay.

Norwegian Cruise Line ships sailing from Miami include Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Sky, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Joy, and Norwegian Pearl.

Norwegian Cruise Line Ships Sailing from Miami

One of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest and biggest ships, the Escape provides passengers with tons of entertainment, activity, and dining options. The Norwegian Escape offers 7-night Caribbean cruises from Miami.

The Norwegian Getaway is a big ship with lots of options for passengers, including 28 restaurants and multiple entertainment venues, plus ropes courses, a climbing wall, and a zip line.

The Norwegian Sky sails a regular schedule of 3 & 4 night cruises to the Bahamas, longer cruises to the Western and Eastern Caribbean. Norwegian Sky provides a relaxed cruising atmosphere with plenty of restaurant and lounge options.

The Norwegian Bliss spends summers in Alaska and winters in Miami, sailing a regular schedule of 7-night cruises to the Caribbean.

The Norwegian Breakaway is a large, modern cruise ship with interesting features such as The Waterfront seaside promenade, a Thermal Spa Suite, and an activities deck that includes spectacular water slides and a challenging ropes course.

Norwegian Encore sails seven-night cruises to the Dominican Republic, Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. Enjoy speedy fun? Encore has a top deck cart track, complete with curves suspended over the side of the ship!

A go-cart track, aquapark, many specialty dining options, The Haven (luxurious suites with butler service!) make the Norwegian Joy stand out from the crowd.

Norwegian Pearl sails a variety of itineraries from Miami, including partial transit round-trip Panama Canal cruises. Smaller than many of the newer NCL cruise ships, the Norwegian Pearl offers a less crowded, quieter cruise option while still providing plenty of activities, a variety of dining options, and special accommodations in The Haven.

Cruises from Miami depart year-round. The Greater Miami area is home to a diverse array of cultures, cuisines and activities. Cruises along Biscayne Bay drink in the skyscraper-studded coastline, and in glitzy Miami Beach, beachgoers frolic against the backdrop of vibrant art deco buildings. Nightlife hot spot South Beach buzzes with activity into the early morning hours. Coral Gables' tree-lined avenues house notable landmarks like the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and the Venetian Pool, a historic 1923 swimming hole fed by spring water. The city offers plenty to do, with numerous museums and professional sports teams, marinas and yacht clubs, golf courses and more, but some visitors head southwest to Everglades National Park. The 1.5 million acre preserve hosts boating and canoeing excursions as well as wildlife-spotting treks to see alligators and manatees.

Driving Directions and Parking Information Port of Miami 1015 North America Way Miami, Florida 33132 The Port of Miami is located approximately 8 miles from Miami International Airport and 25 miles from Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Once on-port follow signs to your Cruise Terminal. Parking is $22.00 per day (rates subject to change by the Port Authority). All garages and Lot E accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, or any major U.S. Traveler's Check. No debit cards are accepted. Southbound - Take I-95 South to Exit I-395 East toward Miami Beach (Exit #2D). Follow signs with steamship logo to Biscayne Blvd (Exit #2A/2B). Port entrance is at Biscayne Blvd. and Port Blvd. (NE 5th Street). Northbound - Take US-1 North to I-95 North. Exit I-395 East toward Miami Beach (Exit #2D). Follow signs with steamship logo to Biscayne Blvd (Exit #2A/2B). Port entrance is at Biscayne Blvd. and Port Blvd. (NE 5th Street).

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Norwegian Escape® offers the ultimate playground at sea for all ages. Take hanging out to new heights on the ropes course and dare to walk the plank, which extends eight feet over the side of the ship. Swoosh down waterslides and splash around the Kid’s Aqua Park. Then slow things down in the Spa Thermal Suite. Dine oceanside along The Waterfront where every table boasts the best views. Roll into good times at the casino, rock out to live music and catch amazing original productions. And that’s just the beginning. Serve up all that excitement and relaxation with a wide selection of delicious cuisine, from fresh seafood dishes at Bayamo by Ocean Blue to Italian at La Cucina and Le Bistro’s elegant French dishes. Then let the good times flow at one of our unique bars and lounges. Norwegian Escape is ready to whisk you away to the Bahamas , The Caribbean from Miami and the Mediterranean from Rome. Get ready for the ultimate escape with Norwegian! Bahamas , The Caribbean from Miami and Orlando, Canada & New England from New York, and the Mediterranean from Rome. Indulging in every whim is what unforgettable vacations are made of. Get ready to chase sunsets on The Waterfront. Build a pink sandcastle in Bermuda . Sip on some of Napa's best blends at The Cellars, A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar. Or try our unique specialty hand-crafted cocktails.--> --> View Sailings -->

• Ship 164,998 Gross Register Tonnage
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Broadway Entertainment

Every night will be music to your ears with the entertainment on board Norwegian Escape. Perfect your dance moves and clear your pipes as you go on an incredible audible journey with Tony Award®-winning musical, After Midnight. And when you want to hear something just a little bit different, the laughs bursting out of Headliners Comedy Club will surely do the trick. With the entertainment on board, Norwegian Escape is hitting all the right notes.

NEW! Starlink High-Speed Internet

Starlink provides fast Internet service at sea and is now available on Norwegian Escape. Using advanced low earth orbit satellites, SpaceX’s Starlink delivers industry leading broadband internet connectivity, which will improve the capacity, speed, and reliability of Internet on board.

The Choir of Man

Pull up a chair at The Choir of Man and raise your glass to high energy dancing and hit songs that flow as freely as the beer. You’ll feel right at home in The Jungle, the rockin’ English pub where the talented cast performs everything from classic rock hits and pub tunes to sing-along favorites. Leave your worries behind and toast to a memorable night at this feel good show!

A Variety of Dining Experiences

Dine like nowhere else at sea with all of the freedom and flexibility of Freestyle Dining. Travel somewhere new with familiar favorites and unique additions from around the globe at Food Republic. Or indulge in premium cuts with a side of delicious Parmesan dusted truffle fries at our American steakhouse, Cagney's. Whatever you’re in the mood for, we have something for everyone.

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Connect with the sea on The Waterfront, our quarter-mile oceanfront promenade. Discover a new restaurant or bar each day and night! Pull up a stool at The Cellars Wine bar, offering the ultimate wine experience. Dine oceanside at La Cucina and enjoy delicious lobster fettuccine. Or simply bask in the ocean air and watch the sunset with your friends.

Bars & Lounges for Every Taste

Pull up a stool at The Cellars , Norwegian's first ever wine bar. Let your hair down in the District Brew House , offering more than 50 different bottled beers and 24 draft beers on tap. Sip on a hand-crafted mojito at Sugarcane. Or reminisce about the good 'ol days at Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road! Grab your glass, make some new friends, and let the good times roll!

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Our exceptional range of Staterooms and Suites is unlike anything else at sea today. Enjoy stunning views on your private balcony. Keep your family connected with comfortable adjoining staterooms. Indulge in a luxurious and spacious suite in The Haven.

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Located at the center of our newest ships is 678 Ocean Place where you’ll find three decks of non-stop action. Discover a new bar or lounge. Shop in a designer boutique. Try your luck in the casino. You’re at the center of it all – and loving every minute.

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See Escape STATEROOMS

• Club Balcony Suite

Hidden at the top of the ship, The Haven features our most luxurious, well-appointed accommodations as well as 24-hour butler service, concierge service and private sundeck.

Whether it’s the two of you or your family, our mini-suites are accented with the finest touches. And enough room to make memories forever.

Soak in breathtaking views together or with the family. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your own private balcony. Stylish and sophisticated appointments accent these modern rooms.

Experience comfort all around you. These stylish staterooms feature fine appointments, which are highlighted by nice touches and clear views of the ocean.

Relax in lively style and smart sophistication. Our modern inside staterooms are highlighted with appointments like a TV, sitting area and more.

Specifically designed and priced for solo travelers, our Studios feature a full-size bed, separate bath area and access to the private Studio Lounge — no single supplement required.

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• Specialty Dining
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Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, our complimentary dining options include three main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. Plus, our Main Dining Rooms offer a menu that changes daily, Chef's Signature Dishes and carefully selected wine recommendations, guaranteeing a different culinary adventure with every visit.

Enjoy a night of gastronomic proportions at one of our many specialty restaurants. Find your inner foodie at Bayamo by Ocean Blue, featuring delicious seafood eats. Bring a hearty appetite to our Brazilian steakhouse, Moderno Churrascaria. And see shrimp fly at Teppanyaki. Whether you’re dining inside or oceanside on The Waterfront, our specialty restaurants feature the tastes you’ll crave.

With so many bars and lounges to discover, finding your favorite may take a few days. Pull up a stool on The Waterfront and pair your favorite vintage with soothing waves at The Cellars - A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar. Sip on a hand-crafted mojito at Sugarcane. Or Let your hair down in The District Brew House, offering more than 50 different bottled beers and 24 draft beers on tap. Whether you’re looking to meet up with friends or make new ones, there’s always an opportunity to mix it up.

When it comes to the entertainment on Norwegian Escape, you won’t believe your eyes or even your ears. Pull up a chair at The Choir of Man and raise your glass to high energy dancing and hit songs that flow as freely as the beer. Or tickle your funny bone at Headliner's Comedy Club by Levity Entertainment Group’s roster of top-notch comedians.

From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Escape has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Think you’re brave? Splash around at Aqua Park with Free Fall - the fastest waterslides at sea. Or visit our multi-level Sports Complex and walk The Plank, which extends 8 feet over the side of the ship. Wanna get lucky? Bet it all at our award-winning Casinos at Sea®. With so much excitement, you’ll have to come back for more.

When you want some "me" time, look no further than Mandara Spa®. Relax with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 specialty treatments offered. At our onboard spas, treatments range from the classic to the luxurious. Let our pampering professionals soothe and rejuvenate you with facials, massages, acupuncture and a full menu of services.

Forget to pack something? No worries! Our gift shops onboard carry everything you’ll need for fun in the sun. Shop from a variety of souvenirs, cosmetics, clothing, snacks and sundry items. Treat yourself at our duty free shops full of fantastic savings on fine jewelry, accessories, perfume, liquor and tobacco. Norwegian Escape is the first at sea to have acclaimed brands LACOSTE and Carolina Herrera. These are the first boutiques to be designed specifically for a Norwegian Cruise Line ship.

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Go for the Thrill

From speedboat adventures to deep sea fishing, and even a dune buggy safari, The Caribbean is prime with thrilling activities.

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The Cellars

Try these delectable wine pairings at The Cellars, Norwegian’s first ever wine bar.

Norwegian Escape's hull artist, Guy Harvey, is widely recognized as the world’s finest marine wildlife artist.

The Snow Room

Chill out, literally, in the all-new Snow Room, an ice-cold arctic environment that stimulates blood circulation throughout the body.

Dining On Board

From casual buffets to exquisite specialty restaurants, learn everything there is to know about dining on board.

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Norwegian Cruise Line pioneered freestyle cruising with a variety of specialty dining restaurants, entertainment and onboard activities, including go-kart racing!

Experience the overwhelming sight of the Panama Canal and its surrounding attractions for your next cruise.

In Miami, you’ll enjoy a small taste of the tropical weather many of you will experience during your cruise, and you’ll see why Miami is one of the most popular places to live in America.

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