NCL

Description

At NCL, the purpose is very clear: challenge traditional cruise conventions so that NCL can deliver the most liberating experience at sea for their guests. NCL are proud of the fact that their innovative onboard experience offers vacationers freedom from the stress and demands of everyday life and freedom to enjoy a relaxed, resort style experience on their own terms.

You keep seeing Freestyle Cruising and you don't know exactly what it is, right? That's because NCL are the only cruise line that offers anything like it. Let's start with the fact that there are no fixed dining times. And you never have to eat in the same restaurant twice. Really. NCL won't ask you to sit with strangers like on other cruise lines. And, you only have to dress up if you want to. NCL have created that kind of freedom throughout the ship with a ton of fun things to do, or not do. It's NCL's Freestyle Cruising. Where you're free to do whatever.

Ships

Norwegian Dawn
Launched:	1st October 2002
Tonnage:	91,000
Length:	965 Feet
Total Crew:	1,318
Occupancy:	2,224
Rating:	4 Stars
The glorious Norwegian Dawn, built expressly for Freestyle Cruising, offers all the amenities and accommodation of a five-star-resort on land. Every day wake up to a stunning variety of dining choices. Have breakfast in bed, lunch alfresco and a formal five-course feast in the evening. Explore all 10 international restaurants and then prepare for some world-class entertainment in Norwegian Dawn's 13 dazzling bars and lounges. Choose from two pools, six hot tubs, a lavish spa, fitness centre, golf driving net… And when it's time to call it a night, Norwegian Dawn rises to the occasion with everything from rooftop Garden Villas and Oceanview Suites with private balconies, to charming and affordable inside staterooms.

Norwegian Dream
Launched:	12th December 1992
Tonnage:	50,760
Length:	754 Feet
Total Crew:	700
Occupancy:	1,750
Rating:	4 Stars
Where other ships have walls, Norwegian Dream has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the emerald sea. And instead of a single sundeck, her multi-level terraces span all the way to the Sports Deck. Speaking of sports, sports lovers love Norwegian Dream's dawn-to-dusk activities. There's a full-size basketball court, two swimming pools, a golf driving net, jogging track and a panoramic 24-hour fitness centre. Or just watch the action on TV in the Sports Bar & Grill. Unwind with a massage therapists, or relax in a whirlpool or sauna. Cool off with a game of water volleyball or swim to the wet bar for a Margarita. Visit the 24-hour Internet café, attend a health and wellness seminar.

Norwegian Epic
Launched:	24th June 2010
Tonnage:	153,000
Length:	1,080 Feet
Total Crew:	1,690
Occupancy:	4,228
Rating:	4 Stars
When you're Freestyle Cruising® aboard Norwegian Epic, your schedule is the only schedule we insist you keep. And boredom is the only option we refuse to offer. For starters, there's the amazing new Ice Bar, literally one of the coolest places in the world. There are chic private clubs, as well as a traditional supper club, NCL's famous White Hot Party and so much more. During the day, there's our huge Aqua Park, Sports Complex, squash court, rock-climbing wall, fitness center, world-class spa, two 3-lane bowling alleys and our two-story Wii™. And in between, there are 14 delicious on-board restaurants to enjoy.

Norwegian Gem
Launched:	1st October 2007
Tonnage:	93,000
Length:	0 Feet
Total Crew:	1,154
Occupancy:	2,384
Rating:	4 Stars
When it comes to Freestyle Cruising, something new is definitely a good thing. Introducing Norwegian Gem. This ship will offer all the things you love about NCL - all the restaurants, the bars and lounges, plus the complete disregard for watches and alarm clocks. It's the latest in the Jewel class family of ships, sister ship to Norwegian Pearl; and you'll find yourself wondering what to do next, nap, bowl a few games, get a good workout or ...whatever.

Norwegian Jade
Launched:	1st January 2006
Tonnage:	93,502
Length:	965 Feet
Total Crew:	1,000
Occupancy:	2,376
Rating:	4 Stars
Why not write your own "Once upon a time" as you explore some of the most beautiful cities in Europe? Norwegian Jade has 10 international restaurants, plus 10 bars and lounges so you can dine and drink where, when and with whom you choose. Add to that the most innovative accommodations on the high seas, and you'll see there's no limit to the Freestyle choices for fun and relaxation aboard Norwegian Jade.

Norwegian Jewel
Launched:	1st August 2005
Tonnage:	92,000
Length:	965 Feet
Total Crew:	1,000
Occupancy:	2,376
Rating:	4 Stars
Bringing fresh ideas and yet further innovation, the Norwegian Jewel features two Garden Villas with there own swimming pool, jacuzzi & Gym. Penthouses and Owners suites will add luxuries like walk in wardrobes, jacuzzi bath, flat screen TV & Bang & Olufsen entertainment centre. She also features an even more flexible array of cabins that can interconnect to create multi-bedroom suites that will suit larger parties.

Norwegian Pearl
Launched:	1st October 2007
Tonnage:	93,000
Length:	0 Feet
Total Crew:	1,154
Occupancy:	2,384
Rating:	4 Stars
Chances are you'll treasure everything about Norwegian Pearl. She's brand new and full of exciting options, making your vacation just that - yours. Onboard, you'll find 12 unique places to eat and 11 exciting bars and lounges where you can just hang. There's even a bowling alley (a cruise industry first!) and rock climbing wall onboard. Head out to Alaska or the Caribbean and you'll choose from an impressive array of accommodations from the ultra luxurious Garden and Courtyard Villas to family-friendly connecting staterooms and suites. Finally, a vacation where you're free to whatever.

Norwegian Sky
Launched:	1st August 1999
Tonnage:	77,104
Length:	853 Feet
Total Crew:	950
Occupancy:	2,002
Rating:	4 Stars
Imagine the perfect ship. A true ocean-going vessel in the classical sense, with a rich diversity of activities and cuisines, and a genuinely warm and caring staff. It's Norwegian Sky. Her interiors glow with lustrous teaks and mahoganies, gleaming brass and Austrian crystal. Open and airy public rooms are wrapped in ocean views. Expansive decks soak in the romance of the sea. Shop for fine crystal, porcelain and gems in duty-free boutiques. Dine in a different restaurant every day of the week. Have tapas at Gatsby's, a martini at Windjammer's or champagne and caviar in the Atrium Bar. Try your luck in the casino or dance to live music at the longest cabaret bar at sea. Alternatively, soak in a hot tub on your own private balcony.

Norwegian Spirit
Launched:	1st April 2005
Tonnage:	77,000
Length:	880 Feet
Total Crew:	965
Occupancy:	1,966
Rating:	4 Stars
A spectacular, state-of-the-art ship, Norwegian Spirit sparkles from stem to stern. Eight unique restaurants, 11 bars & lounges, the luxurious Roman Spa & Fitness Center and the glimmering Maharajah's Casino are just some of the many spoils available onboard. Accommodations aboard Norwegian Spirit offer something for everyone, including 18 spacious suites, over 300 family-friendly connecting staterooms and nearly 600 oceanview staterooms – 65% of which feature private balconies.

Norwegian Star
Launched:	11th November 2001
Tonnage:	91,000
Length:	971 Feet
Total Crew:	1,100
Occupancy:	2,240
Rating:	4 Stars
More restaurants with larger windows. Wider, more expansive promenades. And more private balconies and oceanview staterooms than any other ship cruising Hawaii year-round. When a ship is destined for some of the most beautiful places on earth it must be no less than – Norwegian Star. No expense has been spared in creating this floating paradise. Norwegian Star offers panoramic views from everywhere. And with Freestyle Cruising there's the choice of 10 restaurants and 11 menus – sample everything from tapas to teppanyaki, from authentic Italian to gourmet Hawaiian, without visiting the same restaurant twice. And with the seemingly unending list of activities on board,there is something new to try every day and night – no matter what your age or interests.

Norwegian Sun
Launched:	9th October 2001
Tonnage:	78,309
Length:	848 Feet
Total Crew:	970
Occupancy:	1,936
Rating:	4 Stars
Norwegian Sun is an innovation for the entire cruise industry – she is the very first ship designed specifically for Freestyle Cruising. This means she offers the same outstanding service, flexibility and choices of the finest land-based resorts. Norwegian Sun has a huge range of dining choices – nine to be exact. Find a cosy corner in Le Bistro, snack on calamari at the Tapas Bar, go Italian or go outdoors and dine al fresco. Try the Sushi Bar or Teppenayaki Room or a 24-hour hamburger. And Norwegian Sun's accommodation is exceptionally spacious – the Owner's Suites alone feature over 500 square feet of sheer luxury and over half of the oceanview staterooms include balconies. By day, she's a holiday resort and by night she becomes a little bit of Broadway, Las Vegas and Hollywood all wrapped up into one.

Pride of America
Launched:	1st June 2004
Tonnage:	81,000
Length:	921 Feet
Total Crew:	1,000
Occupancy:	2,146
Rating:	4 Stars
Pride of America - home of the free. Designed to celebrate her arrival as the first new U.S.-flagged cruise ship in nearly 50 years, this vibrant Americana themed ship is full of choices to occupy your time aboard your Freestyle Cruise. Void of schedules, you'll have ample opportunities to venture about, scoping out the décor, spacious staterooms and regional dishes served in 11 restaurants - or whatever else you feel like doing. Plus, we've got a warm and friendly American crew ready to assist you on your Hawaiian island adventure and make sure your cruise is just that, yours

Further Information

Accommodations
NCL has the widest choice of accommodations afloat, the largest suites and the most interconnecting suites and staterooms to fit families of any size, so you can keep your crew together.

Like everything else on an NCL cruise, your room should be all about you. Tell us what you like and we'll make sure your mini-bar is stocked with your favourites. We also have a brand-new, improved room service menu with more options than you dreamed possible, so breakfast in bed - or even dinner on your balcony - is better than ever.

Every bed, in every stateroom, on every ship has upgraded linens, pillows, mattresses and memory foam mattress toppers to give you the lushest, plushest, most comfortable bed you've ever slept on. But don't worry, the fresh smell of Lavazza coffee beans will help get you out of that comfy bed whenever you're ready to start your day.

Thanks to Freestyle disembarkation, instead of being forced out of your stateroom at the crack of dawn to cram into a public area packed with people endlessly waiting - like every other cruise line - feel free to sleep in, hit the gym, eat a full breakfast, even see some live entertainment or go for a dip. When it's time to leave, we'll let you know. Prefer to get an early start? No problem. There's Express Disembarkation for those who want to get off the ship right away.

Freestyle Dining
We believe lunch is when you're hungry. Same goes for breakfast and dinner. You'll never have to drag yourself out of bed for a forced breakfast seating at 7:45 am or interrupt whatever you're doing so you can make it to a dinner seating precisely at 5:45 pm. We also think you should eat with whomever you want so we'll never choose your dining partners for you. Want to meet someone new? We can arrange that, too.

Don't be misled by other cruise lines' dining "options." They really come down to some fast-food choices or one big dining hall where you often have to eat with strangers. NCL has a wide variety of actual restaurants with great, new signature dishes in every one. And, with up to 13 different restaurants and dining rooms on board, like Le Bistro, our exclusive French bistro, and Cagney's, our scrumptious steakhouse, you'll find something to satisfy your every craving, every night of your cruise.

Freestyle Cruising is not too dressy, not too casual. We call it "resort casual." You'll call it being on vacation. By day, almost anything goes. Khakis, skirts, jeans, casual tops, shorts, or whatever are all fine. Casual is perfect in our restaurants too. Even if you've just been at the pool and don't feel like changing, no worries. Swimwear with a cover-up is fine at the buffet and outdoor restaurant. At night, it's relaxed all over the ship. When you're ready for dinner, it's collared shirts and pants or nice jeans for guys. Slacks or jeans, dresses, skirts and tops are perfect for women. Kids 12 and under are welcome to wear nice shorts in our restaurants whenever. If you want to dress up and add a little glamour when you dine out, feel free - we've reserved a restaurant just for that. And remember to pack a sweater - air conditioning can be chilly.

Forget about those cafeteria lines. Our buffet has a huge, new salad bar and "action stations" where you can get made-to-order specialties. Start your day with freshly squeezed juices, a Bloody Mary or a refreshing Bellini. Have meat carved exactly to your liking or choose your favourites to be thrown on the grill. Enjoy a pasta dish made with all of your favourite ingredients, then try sweet dessert crepes with fillings of your choice. You can even whet your appetite the day you board with a sampling of dishes from all of our great restaurants, and, when you need a little boost or just a place to relax, head to the Java Cafe for delicious Lavazza coffee drinks and special desserts.

Lobster lovers of the world will rejoice because we have lobster dishes in every specialty restaurant on board, every single night. And choose one night of your cruise for an absolute lobster feast.

Freestyle Fun
You haven't played Nintendo Wii" until you've played on a two-storey screen. (Just don't forget to let your kids have a turn.) Try your hand at some Nintendo, or get the whole group together and throw some strikes on the only bowling alleys at sea that light up at night for a good view of that gutterball.

Up on deck, an ice-cold drink in your hand, you relax poolside as live music fills the air. A rousing game of Marco Polo starts up in the pool. The grill is fired up, ready for when your hunger kicks in. It's a perfect day at sea.

Ready for some R&R? Take in a relaxing massage at the spa. Bask in the sun in peace at the pool's quiet zone. Treat yourself to a mani-pedi after a day of playing in the sun or on the shore. Or let our experienced hair care professionals get you ready for a special night on board.

With up to 13 different bars and lounges, the nightlife is always hopping. Piano bars, cigar bars, espresso bars, wine bars, dance clubs - even private karaoke rooms where you can sing your heart out (and no one ever has to know if you're tone deaf). We've got just about everything on board - except a schedule.

Roll the dice on Lady Luck. Enjoy all the gaming tables you'd expect to find in Vegas aboard the only cruise line with certified slots. And you won't find the kind of gaming rewards we've got anywhere else.

On other cruise lines, you'll spend your final morning getting up at the crack of dawn just to wait endlessly in a jam-packed public area filled with people. We think your last morning should have the same Freestyle spirit as the rest of your cruise. So feel free to take in some entertainment, grab a bite to eat, even relax by the pool for a bit. We'll let you know when it's time to go. Rather go ahead and get back to land? Just take advantage of our Express Disembarkation.

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