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Login Get ready to experience laid-back luxury as you set sail on the all-new Norwegian Spirit, modernized from bow-to-stern with the adult cruiser in mind. Our most extensive ship renovation ever, harmonized to offer the best of Norwegian Cruise Line's exceptional fleet. Every stateroom modernized. Every bar and lounge redesigned. Every dining experience elevated, featuring our new fine Italian restaurant Onda by Scarpetta. So come aboard and soak in the stunning views of the gorgeous Greek Isles and Turkey. And starting December 2022, Norwegian Spirit will be cruising Australia and New Zealand for the very first time.
Please note, Norwegian Spirit does not offer Youth Programs.
I love traveling on NCL for over 30 years however don't book any shore excursions for Fiji. Do it on your own. Fiji is very rustic, small islands not much to do. Liked the ones I chose for Tahiti.Snorkeling was great. Food was wonderful in both the buffet and speciality dining.Lacked some activities that other ships had in sea days.Lacking in that area. Lots of chairs at pool. Shows were ok, (seen blazing boots and dances before), acrobats were in element show, comic was good. Some games like trivia should have been in spinnaker. Not alot of seating in atrium. Had balcony cabin, smaller than ones on luna, aqua, bliss and some other ships. Even smaller than my inside cabin in the Sun. Only two people in cabin, but will be on it again as a triple and it will be really tight. Easy to navigate ship with three elevators. Prefer smaller ships.
I must admit, I was nervous boarding this cruise after reading so many negative reviews. Everyone has their own opinions and expectations, and perhaps because I had read so many unfavorable reviews, my expectations were fairly low. As a result, I was pleasantly surprised by both the ship and the level of service we personally received. We booked only four days before departure, and the only cabins available were inside cabins. I was given the option of taking a guaranteed cabin or paying a couple hundred dollars more to choose our cabin. I'm very glad I paid the extra money. After checking available cabins throughout the ship, I found that many of the remaining inside cabins were on Deck 8 forward. Based on other reviews, I had heard those cabins could be noisy, particularly when the anchor was being deployed. Instead, I was able to select a mid-to-aft cabin on Deck 10, which worked out perfectly. Cabin The cabin was clean and somewhat smaller than inside cabins I've had on other cruise lines. It had one bed, a pull-out chair, and a fold-down bed that did limit space on one side of the room. The shower was larger than most I've experienced, which I appreciated. Storage was adequate, though not abundant. There were only four drawers, but the closet had plenty of hangers and additional shelving for clothes. Our room steward, Christian, was excellent. I had read reviews from people who said they rarely saw their steward, but that was not our experience at all. I saw him frequently, and he always provided whatever we needed, including a hair dryer, ice for my medication, extra towels, and more. The room was cleaned and serviced daily. He clearly had a large number of cabins to manage, and I often saw him working throughout the day. Spice H2O One of the biggest advantages of our cabin location was being just a short walk from Spice H2O, which became my favorite area on the ship. There were only a handful of children onboard, so such a large adults-only area wasn't necessarily needed, but I loved having it available. It was a quiet zone and provided a welcome escape from the constant music and activities around the main pool. The two hot tubs, one at each end, offered fantastic views and were a great place to relax. Pool Deck Service The pool attendants and bar staff were outstanding. By the second day, they knew my name, my usual drink (a virgin mojito), and what my husband liked to drink. Service was consistently fast—we rarely waited more than a few minutes. As on many cruises, chair saving was common, with many loungers occupied by towels and books before 7:00 a.m. However, the pool attendants actively monitored unused chairs. They placed stickers on chairs that appeared abandoned and removed belongings if a chair had been vacant for over an hour. This made it much easier for guests to find seating later in the day. The attendants were constantly cleaning and always seemed to have positive attitudes. Fitness Center and Spa The fitness center was clean and rarely had a wait for equipment. There was also a separate room available for yoga, Pilates, stretching, and other activities. The spa itself was quite small. Since it only offered a co-ed steam room and sauna, I chose not to purchase a spa pass. Free at Sea Package We had the Free at Sea package. I don't drink alcohol, but my husband certainly enjoyed making use of it. I had fun trying different virgin cocktails, and the bartenders were always happy to create something custom. Other than a few busy periods in the Spinnaker Lounge, we never waited long for drinks. My husband thoroughly enjoyed being able to have a beer before dinner, white wine with appetizers, red wine with dinner, and port with dessert. Main Dining Rooms My husband preferred Windows, while I generally preferred Taste because of its smaller, quieter atmosphere. About 80% of the dining room service we received was excellent. Food and drinks arrived promptly, and if I didn't care for something, the staff happily offered alternatives. They also allowed us to order multiple appetizers, which meant we didn't have to order extra entrees and incur additional charges. One mistake did occur when I ordered a non-alcoholic sparkling wine mixed with soda water and was accidentally served regular prosecco. After one sip, I handed it to my husband, who confirmed it contained alcohol. The drink was immediately replaced, and the staff apologized. My favorite appetizer was the French onion soup, which I ordered many nights along with a salad. Entrees varied from excellent to just average. Desserts were similarly hit-or-miss. Some were delicious, while others were simply okay. A nice touch was that they made my husband a cheese plate on several occasions even when it wasn't listed on the menu. Service quality varied. Some servers were exceptionally polished and professional, while others appeared to be filling in outside their usual role. Regardless, nearly every meal included a visit from a maître d' checking on our experience. Buffet I didn't eat at the buffet very often. Most mornings I grabbed yogurt and fruit for breakfast, and for lunch I was usually either ashore or dining in one of the main dining rooms. I only had dinner in the buffet once. It was fine, though not memorable. The carvery station consistently looked good. I found the desserts in the buffet generally weaker than those served in the dining rooms. Specialty Dining We dined once at Cagney's, twice at Le Bistro, and once at Silk. Aside from one obviously new server at Silk who initially insisted we could only order one appetizer (a maître d' quickly resolved that issue), the service was excellent throughout. My ribeye at Cagney's was just okay, but the filet I had at Le Bistro was outstanding. The filet served in Silk was also excellent. One surprise favorite was the broccoli beef, which contained large pieces of filet rather than the small cuts I expected. Desserts were excellent across the board, and my husband was especially pleased with the cheese plate at Le Bistro. Le Bistro ended up being our favorite specialty restaurant. Because we booked only four days before sailing, we had no advance reservations, and the app often showed no availability. However, every time I spoke politely with a restaurant host, they were able to find us a table. It never hurts to ask. Entertainment and Activities We didn't participate in trivia, classes, or many organized activities, so I can't comment on those. While reading in the Spinnaker Lounge one afternoon, I observed a bingo session. It appeared to attract a large crowd, although the prizes seemed relatively modest compared to the amount of money being collected. We did not use the casino, art gallery, or shops. The comedian was okay but not particularly memorable. Blazing Boots was enjoyable, and the various musical acts around the ship ranged from good to adequate. The onboard enrichment speakers were decent, and I enjoyed some of the presentations that combined lectures with film content. Ports and Excursions Embarkation in Papeete was incredibly easy. From dropping off luggage to stepping onboard took about 15 minutes. We booked most excursions independently after arriving in port, including island tours and snorkeling trips. In Kauai, we rented a car and explored on our own. Tendering was occasionally frustrating, but that's true on most cruises. Immigration Process Because we entered U.S. territory before disembarkation in Honolulu, immigration was conducted onboard. Unfortunately, this became the biggest negative of the cruise. The process itself wasn't difficult, but many passengers ignored the assigned deck-by-deck schedule. To be fair, immigration was held in the Spinnaker Lounge on our first port day after five consecutive sea days, so people were eager to get ashore. The ship called decks beginning with Deck 4 and ending with Deck 11. We were on Deck 10. For a couple of hours, the area outside immigration was chaotic as passengers attempted to enter before their assigned time. Once our deck was called, however, the actual process took only about 15 minutes. Most of the delays were caused by passengers showing up early rather than the immigration process itself. Internet I needed to work during the cruise and conduct several Zoom calls, so I upgraded from the basic package to the unlimited streaming package before the long sea days. The advertised discount wasn't appearing in the app, but the staff at the internet desk manually applied it for me without issue. Overall, the service performed reasonably well. During one Zoom call I couldn't maintain video without significant lag and switched to audio only, but otherwise it was adequate for work needs. That said, I still think the pricing is excessive—but that's true on virtually every cruise line. Overall Impression Norwegian Spirit is an older, smaller ship. Knowing that going in, I wasn't expecting all the bells and whistles of the newest mega-ships. Other than wishing for a larger spa with more amenities, I genuinely enjoyed the ship. Its smaller size made it easy to navigate, and it rarely felt crowded. Aside from the immigration process, there were very few times when I felt overwhelmed by crowds. The ship was constantly being cleaned, and the staff I encountered were consistently friendly, professional, and helpful. I also think value plays a role in overall satisfaction. Because I booked close to sailing and felt I got an excellent price, I came away feeling that I received great value for what I paid. Had I spent $10,000 on the cruise, perhaps my perspective would have been different. As it stands, I was very pleased with my experience and would happily sail on Norwegian Spirit again.
Completely Reimagined Staterooms
Experience all that the world has to offer during the day and stretch out in style at night. Every single stateroom has been renovated with the world traveller in mind. Enjoy contemporary design inspired by our newest, most sophisticated ships. Live it up as you wind down.
Suite
Revel in spacious serenity at sea. Our luxurious suites offer only the finest appointments throughout, butler service, and more.
Balcony
Perfect for sun seekers and stargazers. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your own private balcony. Well-appointed and stylish accommodations offer plenty of room to unwind.
Oceanview
Experience style, comfort and amazing oceanviews. These modern and cozy staterooms feature excellent appointments. All enhanced by stylish touches and clear views of the ocean.
Inside
Experience stylish comfort with everything you need inside. Smart and stylish appointments include a sitting area and more.
COMPLIMENTARY DINING
Every cruise fare includes beautifully crafted menus in our two main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. From fresh-baked breads, desserts and pastries to our chefs' original dishes made with the freshest ingredients, your dining can be as fine or fun as you want.
Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, our complimentary dining options include two 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.
SPECIALITY DINING
Dining aboard Norwegian is about having choices. Enjoy delicious comfort foods as well as more exotic choices from our many complimentary dining options. Or widen your palate further and choose from our speciality restaurants for a cover charge or á la carte. Whether it's a cheeseburger you have a desire for, or Coq au Vin, your dinner is ready when you are. And if you book a Speciality Dining Package, you can savour an array of our speciality restaurants for one special price.
Enjoy a night of gastronomic proportions at one of our many speciality restaurants. Sip your favourite cocktail as you select from choice cuts of Angus beef at Cagney's Steakhouse. Savour French cuisine at Le Bistro. Or indulge in a modern Italian culinary experience at Onda by Scarpetta, coming to Norwegian Spirit in February 2020. No matter what you choose, our speciality dining options feature the tastes you'll crave.
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With so many bars and lounges to discover, finding your favourite may take a few days. Dance the night away, relax with your favourite beer at one of our many bars or pop some bubbly and toast to the good life. 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 Spirit, there's never a dull moment. Tickle your funny bone during our comedy variety show inside the Stardust Theatre. Enjoy a magical evening with our magician and comedy show. Or don your best white attire and dance the night away during our White Hot Party. It's showtime. All the time.
From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Spirit has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Indulge in a refreshing swim at the pool, complete with hot tubs and numerous deck chairs. Wanna get lucky? Bet it all at our award-winning Casinos at Sea®. And when all is said and done, enjoy a pamper session at Mandara Spa. With so much to do, we'll always have you coming back for more.
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 jewellery, accessories, perfume, liquor and tobacco.
When you want some "me" time, look no further than Mandara Spa®. Spend some time in the Thermal Suite, and feel the stress melt away. Relax with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 speciality treatments offered. Let our pampering professionals soothe and rejuvenate you with facials, massages, acupuncture and a full menu of services.
Please note: Norwegian Spirit does not offer Youth Programs.
