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Norwegian Breakaway Overview

She’s waiting to break you out of that rut and Break-AWAY to the best vacation you’ve ever had! Designed for family vacations, Norwegian Breakaway truly has something for everyone from bars aplenty to a wet & wild aquapark for the kids! There’s so much to experience ashore on a Norwegian Breakaway cruise and exciting experiences all over the ship while onboard! Indulge the foodie inside you at any of over 25 onboard dining venues, grab your dancing shoes for any of the onboard bars and clubs or simply soak up the sun on Norwegian Breakaway ’s waterfront promenade, spanning a quarter mile of spectacular oceanfront views. For more information on Norwegian Breakaway cruises, keep reading or call our Norwegian Cruise Line experts at 1-800-377-9383.

• Passenger Capacity: 3,963 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2013
• Last Refurbished: 2020

Restaurants on Norwegian Breakaway

Garden Cafe

Catch every craving at the Garden Café, where the fresh buffet serves up anything your heart could desire for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even some late night munchies.

A modern, luxurious atmosphere, this complimentary dining experience has a menu that changes daily, each with it’s own wine pairing, carefully selected for a well-rounded, expertly crafted meal.

Manhattan Room

If you’re in the mood for American classics in a swanky environment, head on down to the Manhattan Room, where every dish is made fresh with local ingredients.

Shanghai’s Noodle Bar

If you’ve got an inkling for something from the Eastern hemisphere, this restaurant serves up fresh noodle dishes, wok-fried classics and more on Norwegian Breakaway .

Bars and Nightlife on Norwegian Breakaway

Syd Norman’s Pour House

An iconic, brick walled bar, Syd Norman’s Pour House serves up classic cocktails, classic rock and endless live music spanning rock and roll’s greatest hits.

Bliss Ultra Lounge

Grab your friends and enjoy a night on the town! Bliss Ultra Lounge brings the best club atmospheres to sea and every night is an electric experience at this exciting onboard nightclub.

Vibe Beach Club

A day in the sun. A Pina Colada in hand. All with no kids? An adults-only sundeck, this is the spot for mom and dad to get some R&R on oversized chaise loungers !

Headliners Comedy Club

You’ll hear the laughter rolling out of Headliners Comedy Club every night, featuring a full bar and an act or two you might know!

Norwegian Breakaway Onboard Activities

5 waterslides. 2 pools. 4 hot tubs. 1 incredible family vacation! This Aquapark has more wet activities than every before and plenty to fill a sun-filled sea day!

Sports Complex

While the sports complex has basketball courts, a putting green and more, the more adventurous of your family is bound to enjoy the ropes course at the Sports Complex, a twisting, multi-story undertaking.

Mandara Sea Spa

Treat yourself to a spa day – it’s vacation after all! With a full spa menu and a thermal suite, you could spend a whole day here indulging yourself the way you deserve on Norwegian Breakaway .

Breakaway Family Cruising

A family cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line will be your new favorite vacation – trust us! Each Norwegian Breakaway cruise combines the exploration of many ports with incredible onboard programming for the whole family. Norwegian Cruise Line’s award winning children’s programs provide a “summer camp at sea” experience for kids from 5 to 17, including a supervised teens program!

The accommodations and staterooms onboard Norwegian Breakaway are designed for your family! Whether you’re vacationing with the whole crew or a quick getaway with your immediate family, there is a perfect fit for every family, and every budget, from 2-bedroom family suites to spacious inside cabins. Call our Norwegian Breakaway experts at 1-800-377-9383 for more information and to start planning your how to breakaway from every day life and vacation with Norwegian!

Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Destinations

Travel the world on Norwegian cruises! This fantastic cruise line boasts over 120 different ports of call, located in countries all over the world. Norwegian Cruise Line is always breaking new ground in their itinerary offerings. You can choose from over 145 different itineraries, each of which has been carefully chosen to present the destination in a unique and exciting way. Kick back on the beautiful beaches of the Bahamas. Become a culinary expert in the Mediterranean. Golf on professional links in Bermuda. Explore the wonders of South America. Enjoy the colors of New England in the fall. Or even sail the Panama Canal!

Tropical treats lie ahead: snorkeling, sunbathing, soothing breezes and more on a Bahamas cruise.

Luxurious tropical days can be spent on the white-sand beaches or on the links during your Bermuda cruise.

Colonial. Clam Chowder. Colorful Vistas. Cruise to Canada and New England for all of this and more.

Water sports and intriguing tropical ports highlight the Caribbean region.

Eastern Caribbean

Magnificent days at the beach, tasty fare, and sun-soaked excursions lie awaiting you in the Eastern Caribbean.

Diverse cultures, outstanding historical attractions, and intriguing peoples are a few of the features of a cruise to Europe.

Europe Cruisetours

Explore Europe in a deeper way with a Norwegian Cruise Line Europe Cruisetours, featuring the chance to spend more time in Europe’s most interesting cities.

Mediterranean

Comb the Greek Isles for culinary delights and immerse yourself in the religious history of Italy on a cruise to the Mediterranean and Greek Isles.

Transatlantic

Coast to coast, port to port, the Grand Atlantic will astound you with its beauty and intriguing stops along the way during a Transatlantic cruise.

Western Caribbean

Mayan ruins will astound you and Jamaican fare will delight you on a cruise to the Western Caribbean.

Norwegian Breakaway Departure Ports

Looking for a getaway without the need to fly far, then Norwegian has options for you. The cruise line has ships leaving from New York, Boston, Miami, New Orleans and Seattle. If you do want to travel abroad they have ships in Europe leaving from ports like Venice, Barcelona and Copenhagen. Isn’t it time for you to cruise with Norwegian. Check out all of their itineraries on our site and then call us to discuss the best vacation option for you with our expert cruise consultants. 

Experience the serene, romantic splendor of Venice, but don’t forget to check out its wonderful museums and neighborhoods located off the Grand Canal.

Discover imaginative architecture, impressive Spanish dishes and beautiful excursions into nature when you cruise to Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia.

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.

Take in the incredible art scene of New York City, expand your cultural horizons in the city’s diverse neighborhoods and marvel at the architectural wonders.

The seafood is fresh, the sun is shining and there’s a whole lot to do, so get out there and explore the city before, during and after your cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida.

Trieste, Italy

Sit back and enjoy the sea breezes in Trieste, an Italian city that despite being close to Venice is more akin to Vienna, the capital of the Hapsburg Empire. 

The cruise port of Southampton features tons of diverse attractions that provide insight into England’s culture and storied past, including fortresses, gardens and national parks.

Norwegian Breakaway Deck Plans

Deck eleven, deck twelve, deck thirteen, deck fourteen, deck fifteen, deck sixteen, deck seventeen, deck eighteen, norwegian breakaway staterooms.

Aft-Facing Balcony (B1)

These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and are aft-facing, so the view from your private balcony is amazing.

Aft-Facing Mini-Suite W/ Large Balcony (M1)

These Mini-Suites have plenty of room for you to spread out with two beds that convert to a queen and a large aft-facing balcony to take in the amazing views.

Balcony (BT)

Balcony (bx).

A Guarantee stateroom (GTY) guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. (Accomodates: 2-3)

Balcony (BA)

A Sail Away Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Balcony (BB)

Enjoy easy access to all the delicious dining and exciting activities on board from your mid-ship stateroom that includes two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Balcony (B2)

Ideal for the whole family, these staterooms are conveniently located near the kids' area and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, an upper bed and a sofa bed. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Balcony (B3)

Balcony (b4), balcony (bc).

Take in the amazing views from these staterooms that include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding that can accommodate two guests.

Balcony (BD)

Balcony (bf).

Take in the amazing views from these staterooms that include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding that can accommodate two guests. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Balcony (B9)

The Spa Balcony staterooms feature tranquil spa decor and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa experience and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours. (Accomodates: 3)

Balcony (B6)

These staterooms have a large balcony offering incredible views, two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding to sleep one or two more. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Balcony (B1)

These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and are aft-facing, so the view from your private balcony is amazing. (Accomodates: 2-3)

Family Balcony (B2)

Ideal for the whole family, these staterooms are conveniently located near the kidsÂ’ area and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, an upper bed and a sofa bed.

Family Balcony (B3)

Family balcony (b4).

Family Inside (I1)

An affordable family option and conveniently located near our kids’ area, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and two pull-down beds. Door opens to center interior corridor.

Family Inside (I2)

An affordable family option and conveniently located near our kidsÂ’ area, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and two pull-down beds. Door opens to center interior corridor.

Family Mini Suite W/ Balcony (M2)

Perfect if you want to bring the kids, these Family Mini-Suites are conveniently located near the kids' area, includes two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for additional guest(s) and a bathtub. Hang out with the gang and enjoy the view from your own private balcony.

Family Mini-Suite W/ Balcony (M3)

Family mini-suite w/ balcony (m4).

Family Oceanview (O5)

Perfect for families, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, a bathtub and additional bedding that can accommodate three guests. There are also many connecting staterooms. (No bathtub in staterooms 5138, 5140, 5738 and 5740.)

Family Oceanview W/ Large Picture Window (O1)

Inside (IT)

Inside (ix).

A Guarantee stateroom (GTY) guarantees an Inside stateroom or better! Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Inside (I1)

An affordable family option and conveniently located near our kids area, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and two pull-down beds. Door opens to center interior corridor. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Inside (I2)

Inside (i4).

An affordable family option and conveniently located near our kids’ area, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and two pull-down beds. Door opens to center interior corridor.

Inside (IE)

Centrally located mid-ship, providing easy access to everything on board. These staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Door opens to center interior corridor. (Accomodates: 2-3)

Inside (IA)

Centrally located mid-ship, providing easy access to everything on board. These staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Door opens to center interior corridor. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Inside (T1)

Private keycard access complex comprised of staterooms specifically designed and priced for the solo traveler. Featuring a full-size bed, a one-way window to the corridor and separate areas for your bathroom, sink and shower. Includes access to the private Studio Lounge. No single supplement required. (Accommodates: 1)

Inside (IB)

These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Door opens to center interior corridor for categories IC, ID & IF.

Inside (IC)

Inside (id), inside (if).

These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Door opens to center interior corridor for categories IC, ID, IF. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Large Balcony (B6)

These staterooms have a large balcony offering incredible views, two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding to sleep one or two more.

Mid-Ship Balcony (BA)

Enjoy easy access to all the delicious dining and exciting activities on board from your mid-ship stateroom that includes two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.

Mid-Ship Balcony (BB)

Mid-Ship Inside (IA)

Centrally located mid-ship, providing easy access to everything on board. These staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Door opens to center interior corridor.)

Mid-Ship Inside (IE)

Mid-Ship Mini-Suite W/ Balcony (MA)

Located mid-ship with easy access to everything, these Mini-Suites feature two beds that convert to a queen, sofa bed and a private balcony.

Mid-Ship Mini-Suite W/ Balcony (MB)

Mid-Ship Ocean View W/ Large Picture Window (OB)

Located mid-ship, you will have easy access to everything. These staterooms feature a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.

Mini-Suite W/ Large Balcony (M6)

Featuring two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for two and a large private balcony. These Mini-suites also offer amazing views. Enjoy the dining and excitement just steps away from The Waterfront.

Ocean View W/ Large Picture Window (OA)

Enjoy a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.

Ocean View W/ Large Picture Window (OC)

Oceanview (O5)

Oceanview (OT)

Oceanview (o4).

A Sail Away Oceanview stateroom guarantees an Oceanview stateroom or better! Please note that the view may be fully obstructed, partially obstructed, porthole or picture window. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Oceanview (OX)

A Sail Away Oceanview stateroom guarantees an Oceanview stateroom or better! Please note that the view may be fully obstructed, partially obstructed, porthole or picture window. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Oceanview (OA)

Enjoy a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Accommodates: 2)

Oceanview (OC)

Enjoy a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Acommodates: 2))

Oceanview (OB)

Located mid-ship, you will have easy access to everything. These staterooms feature a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Acommodates: 2)

Oceanview (O1)

Perfect for families, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, a bathtub and additional bedding that can accommodate three guests. There are also many connecting staterooms. (Accommodates: 5 - No bathtub in staterooms 5138, 5140, 5738 and 5740.)

Sail Away Balcony (BX)

A Sail Away Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Sail Away Inside (IX)

A Sail Away Inside stateroom guarantees an Inside stateroom or better! Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned between time of booking up to one day prior to embarkation.

Sail Away Mini-Suite (MX)

A Sail Away Mini-Suite stateroom guarantees a Mini-Suite stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Sail Away Oceanview (OX)

Spa Balcony (B9)

The Spa Balcony staterooms feature tranquil spa décor and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa experience and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours.

Spa Mini-Suite W/ Balcony (M9)

Spa Mini-Suites feature tranquil spa décor and includes two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for additional guest(s), oversized waterfall shower and multiple body spray jets, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours.

Studios (T1)

Private keycard access complex comprised of staterooms specifically designed and priced for the solo traveler. Featuring a full-size bed, a one-way window to the corridor and separate areas for your bathroom, sink and shower. Includes access to the private Studio Lounge. No single supplement required.

A Guarantee stateroom (GTY) guarantees a Mini-Suite stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Featuring two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for two and a large private balcony. These Mini-suites also offer amazing views. Enjoy the dining and excitement just steps away from The Waterfront. (Accomodates: 3-4)

Get a birds-eye-view of the amazing vistas ahead from your floor to ceiling windows and the serenity of your private balcony. Desirably located forward on the corners of decks 9-13, these penthouses have exclusive key card access to The Haven Courtyard area, restaurant and lounge and 24-hour butler and concierge service. Featuring a king size bed, luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower, living area with single sofa bed, dining area.

Get a birds-eye-view of the amazing vistas ahead from your floor to ceiling windows and the serenity of your private balcony. Desirably located forward on the corners of decks 9-13, these penthouses have exclusive key card access to The Haven Courtyard area, restaurant and lounge and 24-hour butler and concierge service. Featuring a king size bed, luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower, living area with single sofa bed, dining area. (Accommodates: 3-4)

Located in the aft corners of decks 9-14, these penthouse suites offer unforgettable views with floor to ceiling windows and extra large balconies. Indulge in the premium amenities of The Haven, with exclusive key card access to the Courtyard area, restaurant, lounge, 24-hour butler and concierge service. Featuring a king size bed, luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower, living area with double sofa bed, dining area and guest half bathroom.

Located in the aft corners of decks 9-14, these penthouse suites offer unforgettable views with floor to ceiling windows and extra large balconies. Indulge in the premium amenities of The Haven, with exclusive key card access to the Courtyard area, restaurant, lounge, 24-hour butler and concierge service. Featuring a king size bed, luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower, living area with double sofa bed, dining area and guest half bathroom. (Accommodates: 4)

Located in The Haven, these Suites offer amazing ocean views, a living and dining area with wet bar and an extra-spacious wraparound balcony. They include a king-size bed that faces floor-to-ceiling windows, luxury bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower and two modern vanity sinks. Large wardrobe and dressing area with full closet, double sofa and guest half bathroom. (Accommodates: 4)

Located mid-ship with easy access to everything, these Mini-Suites feature two beds that convert to a queen, sofa bed and a private balcony. (Accomodates: 3-4)

Perfect for the families, these villas offer plenty of space and privacy. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and a luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower. The second bedroom has a double sofa bed and bathroom with shower. Living and dining area with additional bedding to accommodate up to two guests. Experience amazing views from floor-to-ceiling windows and your private balcony. (Accommodates: 6)

Perfect if you want to bring the kids, these Family Mini-Suites are conveniently located near the kids' area, includes two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for additional guest(s) and a bathtub. Hang out with the gang and enjoy the view from your own private balcony. (Accomodates: 2-4)

Spa Mini-Suites feature tranquil spa decor and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, oversized waterfall shower and multiple body spray jets, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours. (Accommodates: 4)

The perfect way to experience a total spa vacation, the Spa Suites include a king-size bed, in-suite whirlpool tub, oversized waterfall shower and multiple body spray jets, spa decor, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours. Access to The Haven and all its premium amenities. (Accomodates: 2)

These Mini-Suites have plenty of room for you to spread out with two beds that convert to a queen and a large aft-facing balcony to take in the amazing views. (Accommodates: 2)

Total pampering awaits with features like a private balcony, king-size bed, jacuzzi, soothing décor and a sitting area with a vanity. This penthouse suite is located near the front of the ship and includes access to The Haven and all its premium amenities.

With exclusive key card access to The Haven and all its premium amenities, these Penthouses provide comfort and luxury with access to the secluded Courtyard Area, private restaurant and lounge. Featuring a king size bed, bath tub with shower (except in wheelchair accessible staterooms) and floor-to-ceiling windows that open to your private balcony. (Accommodates: 3)

The Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa W/ Balcony (H4)

Perfect for the families, these villas offer plenty of space and privacy. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and a luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower. The second bedroom has a single sofa bed and bathroom with shower. Living and dining area with additional bedding to accommodate up to two guests. Experience amazing views from floor-to-ceiling windows and your private balcony.

The Haven Aft-Facing Penthouse W/ Master Bedroom (H6)

The Haven Courtyard Penthouse W/ Balcony (H5)

With exclusive key card access to The Haven and all its premium amenities, these Penthouses provide comfort and luxury with access to the secluded Courtyard Area, private restaurant and lounge. Featuring a king size bed, bath tub with shower (except in wheelchair accessible staterooms) and floor-to-ceiling windows that open to your private balcony.

The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite W/ Large Balcony (H2)

Located in The Haven, these Suites offer amazing ocean views, a living and dining area with wet bar and an extra-spacious wraparound balcony. They include a king-size bed that faces floor-to-ceiling windows, luxury bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower and two modern vanity sinks. Large wardrobe and dressing area with full closet, double sofa and guest half bathroom.

The Haven Forward-Facing Penthouse W/ Balcony (H7)

The Haven Owner's Suite W/ Large Balcony (H3)

Marvel at the captain's view of the ocean in your private and luxurious Owner's Suite located in The Haven. This suite has a separate living and dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows and 24-hour butler and concierge service. King-size bed with a luxury bath containing a bath tub and separate shower. Additional bedding that accommodates two and guest bathroom.

The Haven Spa Suite W/ Balcony (H9)

The perfect way to experience a total spa vacation, the Spa Suites include a king-size bed, in-suite whirlpool tub, oversized waterfall shower and multiple body spray jets, spa décor, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours. Access to The Haven and all its premium amenities.

Photo Gallery for Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Ship

Before you experience “Freestyle Cruising” with Norwegian check out this photo gallery which features many of their ships, specialty dining options and innovative staterooms. 

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Top 10 Norwegian Breakaway Cruises

• Norwegian Breakaway 4 Night BAHAMAS - SHORT (MIA/MIA) Departing From Miami, Florida (May 2024)
• Norwegian Breakaway 14-day Tower Of London & Garden Of England Pre Cruisetour Departing From Southampton, England (Mar 2025)
• Norwegian Breakaway 13-day Explore Barcelona Pre Cruisetour Departing From Barcelona, Spain (Apr 2025 - Nov 2025)
• Norwegian Breakaway 15 Night Repo - Transatlantic (BCN/NYC) Departing From Barcelona, Spain (Nov 2025)
• Norwegian Breakaway 8 Night Bahamas - New York (NYC/NYC) Departing From New York, New York (Nov 2025 - Mar 2026)
• Norwegian Breakaway 12 Night Southern Caribbean - New York (NYC/NYC) Departing From New York, New York (Nov 2025 - Feb 2026)
• Norwegian Breakaway 11 Night Southern Caribbean - New York (NYC/NYC) Departing From New York, New York (Dec 2025)
• Norwegian Breakaway 3 Night BAHAMAS - SHORT (PCV/PCV) Departing From Port Canaveral, Florida (Jan 2026 - Feb 2026)
• Norwegian Breakaway 4 Night BAHAMAS - SHORT (PCV/PCV) Departing From Port Canaveral, Florida (Jan 2026 - Jan 2026)
• Norwegian Breakaway 6 Night Eastern Caribbean - Port Canaveral (PCV/PCV) Departing From Port Canaveral, Florida (Feb 2026)

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Learn about Norwegian Cruise Line's handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with special needs or disabilities, including service animals, Braille and special rooms.

Savor Freestyle dining aboard Norwegian Cruise Line, including the specialty restaurants like Ocean Blue, Cagney's, Le Bistro, Moderno Churrascaria, The Haven Restaurant, the main dining rooms and several pubs, bars, grills and cafes.

Entertainment

Enjoy Norwegian Cruise Line's onboard entertainment, including Broadway productions, comedy clubs, dueling pianos and much more.

Onboard Activities

Engage in Norwegian Cruise Line's onboard activities, including water parks, casinos, dance clubs, arcades, ropes courses, sports courts, duty-free shops and more.

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Learn how Norwegian Cruise Line takes care of your every need with an extensive list of onboard services. Plus, view Norwegian Cruise Line's awards.

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Participate in Norwegian Cruise Line's fitness centers, training programs and relax at spa treatments, including massages, body wraps, acupuncture, facials and more to relax and soothe.

Special Events

Learn about Norwegian Cruise Line's special themed cruises, including popular rock music themed cruises through a partnership with Sixthman.

Learn about Norwegian Cruise Line's staterooms, including suites, mini-suites, balconies, oceanviews, interiors and solo-traveler Studio rooms.

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Learn about Norwegian's Splash Academy youth programs and cruising with children of all ages.

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NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled fresh Eastern and Western Caribbean routes for Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Epic departing from New Orleans Louisiana and Port Canaveral Florida .

In response to strong guest interest in tropical destinations this autumn, the company is introducing new 7-day roundtrips to Western Caribbean destinations out of New Orleans (starting October 20, 2024) with Norwegian Getaway. Additionally, Eastern Caribbean voyages out of Port Canaveral (starting October 30, 2024) will be offered by Norwegian Epic.

Following their return from Europe after a summer season of Mediterranean and Greek Isles voyages, the ships will present guests with increased opportunities to explore various Caribbean destinations, including NCL’s private islands Great Stirrup Cay Bahamas and Harvest Caye Belize .

The new itineraries will become available for booking in February.

Norwegian Getaway boasts 40 dining options, bars, and lounges; the Waterfront, providing panoramic ocean views; the Mandara Spa and Salon with a rejuvenating Thermal Suite; various spacious accommodations; and top-deck attractions suitable for families, such as a sports complex, an open-air ropes course, and the Aqua Park featuring five multi-story waterslides, pools, hot tubs, and thrilling slides.

As one of NCL’s largest ships, Norwegian Epic ( guest capacity 4100) offers 19 bars and lounges, 15 complimentary and specialty restaurants, an expansive Mandara Spa and Salon, the adults-only Posh Beach Club, and the exhilarating Aqua Park featuring pools, hot tubs, waterslides, and a kid’s pool. The ship also introduces innovative accommodations like Studio Staterooms and the luxury enclave, The Haven by Norwegian, along with captivating nightly entertainment.

Bookings for Getaway's and Epic’s Caribbean voyages will open in February, with the option to enhance the experience through NCL’s Free at Sea program, offering complimentary amenities like open bar, Wi-Fi, specialty dining and shore excursion credits, and free airfare for the second guest on select sailings.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Brings New Ships to New Orleans and Port Canaveral

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced they’ll be relocating two of their ships, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Epic , this fall. Now departing from New Orleans and Port Canaveral (Orlando), these new voyages cater to the rising demand for warm-weather destinations among travelers. Guests can indulge in seven-day round-trip voyages to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including visits to the cruise line’s private island destinations: Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, and Harvest Caye in Belize.

Norwegian Getaway: A Tropical Journey from New Orleans

After a summer in the Mediterranean, Norwegian will reposition the Getaway to New Orleans starting October 20, 2024. This ship will replace the Norwegian Breakaway, which will relocate to Miami for the Fall and Winter. While it’s there, the Getaway will be the newest and largest ship sailing from New Orleans, almost a decade newer and 33% larger than competing cruise ships sailing from the port. 

Norwegian Getaway, the second ship in the Breakaway-class, has 40 different restaurants, bars, and lounges. It features the popular Waterfront exterior promenade offering fantastic ocean views and outdoor dining experiences, a ropes course, two drop water slides, two pools, and four hot tubs. 

Itineraries on the Getaway include stops at Harvest Caye, Belize; Roatan, Honduras; and Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico. 

Norwegian Epic relocates to Port Canaveral (Orlando)

Norwegian will also reposition the Norwegian Epic to Port Canaveral, FL, starting on October 30, 2024. There, it will join a variety of other cruise ships of all ages and sizes in offering Caribbean itineraries. This ship will explore destinations like Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas; St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico; and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. 

The Epic is a one-of-a-kind ship, being the only ship in its class. It has 19 bars and lounges, 15 complimentary and specialty restaurants, the Posh Beach Club adults-only area, a large aqua park for kids, two pools, and five hot tubs. 

High demand for Caribbean cruises

Originally, these two ships were supposed to be sailing Mediterranean cruises during this time, but because of an increased demand for warm-weather sailings in the Caribbean, Norwegian decided to reposition them. “The Caribbean continues to be a hotspot for our guests worldwide, especially during the fall and winter seasons,” said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “We are committed to providing our guests with the best vacation experience, and bringing two of our largest ships to sail picturesque, tropical cruises from New Orleans and Port Canaveral, Fla., was a no-brainer.”

Guests on canceled sailings will receive full refund plus a 10% future cruise credit

Unfortunately, these changes mean thousands of guests will be impacted by the canceled sailings. For the Getaway, Norwegian has canceled seven cruises. Guests who were booked on these sailings have been notified already. Those guests will receive a full monetary refund for the full cost of the cruise, plus a 10% discount on a future cruise through December 31, 2024. Guests scheduled for the sailings on the Epic that will be canceled have not yet been notified at the time of this publication. 

Bookings will open in February

The new sailings will open for booking in February. Guests can visit Norwegian Cruise Line’s website or contact a travel professional to secure their spot on these new sailings. 

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Eight people have accused Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) of abandoning them on a tiny island in Africa after a private tour ran late and the group missed the embarkation cut-off time.

Four of the group are elderly and another is pregnant, and though the ship was still at anchor, they were denied boarding.

The ship, the Norwegian Dawn, set sail without them — and it was right to do so.

Once, I was late to check in for a flight. I jumped out of the taxi, sprinted to the counter (which is no mean feat when you’re hauling luggage) and arrived at the desk sweating bullets, prepared to get on my knees and grovel if it meant I’d be allowed through.

I began to tell my sob story to the lady at the desk, heart hammering and lungs gasping for air, when she politely interrupted and shook her head.

In the nicest way possible, she said this: “Stiff bickies.” (OK, yes, I’ve paraphrased.)

Sure, the plane was still at the airport, no more than a few hundred meters from where I was standing. However, the luggage had already been loaded, the manifest had already been finalized, and the other passengers were already boarding.

There was no way they were going to let me board, nor should they have.

You see, I had been on a whale-watching tour about two-and-a-half hours south of the airport — hey, it was my last day, I wanted to make it count.

I planned it to perfection, except for one detail: We spotted a playful pod right at the very end, so the captain offered to give us some bonus time to enjoy the view.

With one eye on the magnificent mammals and the other on my watch, I held on to a flicker of hope that I might make it.

I jumped on the bus back to town, flagged down a cab and asked the driver to hurry. I launched out of the car like a 100m sprinter launches out of starting blocks and ran into the terminal.

Alas, my proverbial ship had sailed.

Was it a bummer? Absolutely. But imagine delaying the other 158 or so passengers scheduled to depart on the Boeing 737, asking the crew to extend their shifts, or holding the plane and disrupting airport traffic … all so little old me could drop off my bags, scurry through security, and find my gate.

Imagine the awkwardness if I stepped onto that plane. What do you say? “Sorry, guys, my bad, lol.”

Keep up with The Post's coverage of the Norwegian Cruise debacle

• Eight Norwegian Cruise passengers, including a pregnant woman and an elderly man with a heart condition, were stranded on an African island without money and vital medications after the vessel left port without them.
• A spokesperson for the cruise line claimed the passengers were left on the island “on their own or with a private tour” and missed the “all-aboard time” by over an hour, according to the company.
• Americans Jill Campbell and her husband, Jay Campbell, said they are unsure whether they even want to resume the 20-day voyage after Norwegian Cruise Lines forgot about its “basic duty of care.”
• The eight passengers raced through seven different countries over a span of 48 hours to make it to Senegal, where the ship docked Tuesday morning,
• Doug and Violeta Sanders, a stranded Australian couple, have spoken out about their ordeal , saying it was “the worst experience of our lives.”
• Julie Lenkoff, 80,  suffered a stroke during an excursion on the cruise — and was left “alone” and “helpless” to find her way back to the US, according to her family.
• COLUMN: Cruise ship was right to ditch the late passengers in Africa

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That doesn’t even scratch the surface of a cruise ship’s operations. Norwegian Dawn can accommodate 3,372 people — 2,340 passengers and 1,032 crew — and this group of eight expected it to wait?

A ship’s departure time isn’t exactly a mystery.

I sailed on Norwegian Dawn in February and the departure time was published in NCL’s Freestyle Daily newsletter the night before and announced over the loudspeaker multiple times in the morning.

It was also posted on signs at the doors where guests disembark.

The golden rule is clear: Make sure you’re back on time, or the ship may sail without you.

So what do you do if you’re left behind?

Generally there are two options: Either catch up with the ship at a later port or head home.

If you’re lucky, you’ll have brought your essentials with you — your passport, phone, credit card and medication — because all of your belongings will stay on board until the end.

Please don’t get me wrong, of course I’m sympathetic to the distress of those who were left in a foreign country without the safety of the ship.

It would be scary and stressful to figure out next steps, especially for the members of the group with higher needs, and disappointing to miss out on their vacation.

However, the unfortunate reality is that ships can’t always wait.

Private tours are a whole separate issue, because while the ship will wait for official tours — those which have been organized by the cruise ship operator — to return, all bets are off for passengers taking their shore excursions into their own hands.

Unofficial tours can be slightly cheaper than those on the ship’s itinerary, with slightly more availability, so they can be attractive. However, while operators will do their best to stick to scheduled times, all bets are off once you board that bus and leave the port.

Think of it like booking multiple legs of a trip with different airlines. They’re not in the same network, they don’t owe each other anything, and they can’t guarantee that you’ll make your connection. Say the bus breaks down. Maybe someone wanders off and takes ages to return.

Perhaps the group lingers over a delicious lunch. Someone might need to stop at an ATM or a bathroom. You could get stuck in traffic. Or maybe your tour will be like mine and you’ll see something incredible that simply makes you want to pause.

And so, eight passengers were left in São Tomé and Príncipe , Africa’s second-smallest country.

“While this is a very unfortunate situation, guests are responsible for ensuring they return to the ship at the published time,” NCL said in a statement, adding that it is communicating with the guests about their next steps. It’s harsh but fair, especially since the other 3,364 (or so) people on board got it right.

Kirrily Schwarz recently sailed on Norwegian Dawn as a guest of Norwegian Cruise Line.

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Eight passengers stranded on African island after Norwegian cruise ship left without them

A dream cruise vacation has turned into a nightmare for eight passengers left stranded on the African island of São Tomé and Príncipe after their ship left without them because they were late to return from a private tour.

The tourists — six from the U.S. and two from Australia — were aboard the Norwegian Dawn, a Norwegian cruise line ship , which departed from Cape Town, South Africa, on March 20 for a 21-day voyage up the coast of Africa set to end in Barcelona, Spain, on April 10.

But on Wednesday, the group of eight tourists was late to return to the ship by more than an hour for the all-aboard time of 3 p.m. from a private excursion on the island, which was not organized by the cruise line.

Jay and Jill Campbell of South Carolina were part of the group that was left behind.

They said that their tour’s operator notified the cruise captain that they were going to be late to rejoin the ship and that the local Coast Guard tried to get them on the vessel but that they weren’t allowed to board.

As a result, the couple and the rest of the group have been stranded for days on the island off Nigeria, grappling with language, currency issues and complicated travel to catch up with the ship.

“The lovely people of São Tomé were very gracious, very hospitable. They had reached out as much as they could to help us find hotels,” Jay Campbell said on NBC's "TODAY" show Tuesday morning.

“We were able to get to a tour agency there to arrange flights to the next port of call. ... Very difficult process — you’re dealing with multiple languages, language barriers, you’re dealing with different currencies ... finding someone that even has dollars ... trying to get an agent to understand where we need to get to.

"It’s one of those ‘You can’t get there from here,’" he added.

A Norwegian spokesperson called the incident a “very unfortunate situation” and said, “Guests are responsible for ensuring they return to the ship at the published time.”

The cruise line said that after the guests failed to return, their passports were delivered to local port agents, in line with protocol. The company said it was working with local authorities to understand “the requirements and visas needed for the guests to reboard the ship at the next available port of call.”

On Monday, the guests had made arrangements to rejoin the ship in Banjul, Gambia, but the ship was unable to safely dock there because of “adverse weather conditions” and “tidal restrictions,” Norwegian said. The guests were then contacted and provided with information to rejoin the ship at Dakar, Senegal, on Tuesday. 

Jill Campbell said they traveled through seven countries in 48 hours to arrive in Senegal on Monday night.

But the couple was reconsidering whether they even wanted to return to the cruise.

"We are considering whether or not we are going to board the ship. It is in dock here in Senegal," she said. "We believe there was a basic duty of care that they had forgotten about, so it does concern us."

"After what we witnessed, we truly believe that although there’s a set of rules or policies that the ship may have followed, they followed those rules too rigidly. I believe that they really forgot that they are people working in the hospitality industry and really the safety and well-being of the customers should be their first priority," she added.

Ultimately, the eight passengers did rejoin the cruise before 8:30 a.m. ET Tuesday in Dakar, Senegal, Norwegian told NBC News in an e-mail Tuesday evening, after this story originally published.

Norwegian said the passengers were responsible for making their own travel arrangements to rejoin the ship.

"Despite the series of unfortunate events outside of our control, we will be reimbursing these eight guests for their travel costs from Banjur, Gambia to Dakar, Senegal," a cruise line spokesperson said in a statement. "We remain in communication with the guests and are providing additional information as it becomes available."

A silver lining of the catastrophe was that the Campbells were able to connect with another Norwegian Dawn passenger — Julia Lenkoff, 80 — who was also left on the island, but for a medical reason.

Lenkoff was on a different day tour Wednesday. She had "medically disembarked" from the cruise to seek local treatment on that day, Norwegian said.

Norwegian said that its care team tried to call Lenkoff several times and was unable to reach her and that it worked with its port agent in São Tomé and Príncipe for updates on her health.

The Campbells met Lenkoff and were able to put her in contact with her family in California, who flew her home — a move Lenkoff's daughter said "saved her life."

"She's a world traveler. She travels all the time. So this was going to be one of her bucket list trips, because she's been to 120 countries so far, and she wanted to get to 130," her daughter, Lana Lenkoff Geis, said in an interview that aired Tuesday on "TODAY."

Norwegian said Lenkoff was escorted on a flight to Lisbon, Portugal, then put in the care of airport staff members to continue her journey back to the U.S., where she has safely returned.

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