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Norwegian Breakaway

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• Miami (Florida)
• New York (NYC Manhattan-Brooklyn)
• Barcelona (Spain)
• New Orleans (Port NOLA Louisiana)
• Port Canaveral (Orlando, Florida)

Norwegian Breakaway current position

Norwegian Breakaway current location is at North West Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 22.68355 N / -78.45231 W) cruising at speed of 17.2 kn (32 km/h | 20 mph) en route to OCHOS RIOS^2C JAMAIC. The AIS position was reported 35 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Norwegian Breakaway

Norwegian Breakaway current cruise is 10 days, round-trip Utopia Extravaganza . The itinerary starts on 28 Apr, 2024 and ends on 08 May, 2024 .

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Norwegian Breakaway Itineraries

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The 2013-built Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship is the first of two Breakaway-class NCL liners, together with NCL Getaway , which debuted a year later. NCL Breakaway is the largest passenger ship ever to be homeported in New York City. The next (biggest class) Norwegian vessels are the new Breakaway-Plus ships Norwegian Escape (2015), Norwegian Joy (2017) and Norwegian Bliss (2018).

The vessel (IMO number 9606912) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI 311050800) and registered in Nassau .

History - construction and ownership

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is a subsidiary company of the shipping corporation Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH). NCL was founded in 1966, headquartered in Miami (Florida USA) and publicly traded (NASDAQ) company listed on NYSE ( NYC ). NCLH's major shareholders are the corporations Apollo Global Management (American), Genting Group (Malaysian) and TPG Capital (American). In 2017, the brand NCL had a worldwide cruise market share 8,7% (passengers) and 8,4% (revenue). NCLH (shipowner) owns the brands NCL , Oceania , and RSSC-Regent .

The 4000-passenger ship Norwegian Breakaway includes the best of what the current ships from the line give customers, like the exclusive Haven (Suite- and Villa-passengers only complex), calm spa and a plethora of dining options. People who decide to board this cruise ship will enjoy all that Freestyle Cruising has to offer while being on the vessel to the picturesque island of Bermuda. Remarkable cuisine, family fun, and daily entertainment, as well as wonderful staff and crew, that's what you could get.

Decks and Cabins

Norwegian Breakaway staterooms (2014 total, in 42 grades) include 1343 outside, 530 Inside, 59 Studios (single cabins). Most staterooms are sized 160-170 ft2 (15-16 m2). Balcony cabins are 998, Oceanviews 156, Inside 449. Wheelchair-accessible cabins are 42. The largest accommodations are The Haven Deluxe Owners Suites (740 ft2 / 70 m2, with wraparound terrace sized 190 ft2 / 18 m2).

The boat has 18 decks , of which 14 are passenger-accessible and 10 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

When it comes to dining on Norwegian Breakaway, Freestyle is the norm. It means guests can eat virtually when they want, where they want. This applies to the extra-fee dining, as well as included or free dining. Traditionalists enjoy the three "main dining rooms": The Manhattan and more-intimate Taste and Savor. Thanks to Norwegian's drive to improve all dining options in 2014, quality is generally good. Guests had complained about the declining quality, and NCL invested in improving on standards and new menu options. Healthy and vegetarian options are always available. One of Norwegian's greatest strengths is the vast range of dining venues. Passengers can try a French bistro, Italian trattoria, Asian Teppanyaki, Brazilian churrascaria, steakhouse, seafood restaurant, a raw bar, and a noodle bar. All specialty dining carries an 18% auto-gratuity.

Follows the complete list of Norwegian Breakaway restaurants and food bars.

• Savor Restaurant (282-seat forward Dining Room, complimentary)
• Taste Restaurant (282-seat forward Dining Room, complimentary, with Your Time dining)
• Le Bistro (114-seat French specialty dinner-only restaurant; reservations-only; US$20 cover charge)
• Teppanyaki (96-seat Japanese Hibachi specialty, reservations-only restaurant; US$25; open for Lunch and Dinner; features live cooking demonstrations)
• Manhattan Restaurant (632-seat aft Dining Room; NYC private club design; complimentary; Freestyle dining, Dinner only)
• O’Sheehan’s Neighbourhood Bar & Grill (285-seat sports bar, with 24-hour American cuisine - burgers, steaks, desserts; complimentary)
• Shanghai’s Noodle Bar (53-seat Asian cuisine complimentary restaurant inside O’Sheehan’s Pub area)
• Cagney’s Steakhouse (specialty dinner restaurant for prime steaks and gourmet seafood specialties; reservations-only, US$30 cover charge per person and free Kids Menu).
• Moderno Churrascaria (124-seat Brazilian steakhouse; reservations-only; US$20 per person cover charge; with outdoor seating waterfront area)
• La Cucina (168-seat Italian specialty restaurant; reservations-only, US$15 cover charge; with outdoor seating waterfront area)
• Ocean Blue (seafood specialty restaurant; reservations-only, US$39 per person cover charge. “Ocean Blue on the Waterfront” is the outdoor seating area)
• Raw Bar (10-seat seafood restaurant)
• Wasabi Sushi Bar (a la carte)
• Garden Cafe (complimentary buffet restaurant with various cuisine stations)
• Open-Air Garden Cafe (the outdoor extension of Garden Cafe restaurant; complimentary)
• Uptown Bar & Grill (complimentary casual restaurant by the Aqua Park).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The Breakaway Theater hosts ship's most elaborate extravaganzas. It's where guests will find the Broadway-style musical productions "Rock of Ages" and "SIX", as well as the dance revue show "Burn the Floor".

The ship's 3-deck Atrium is Breakaway's activity center throughout the day with morning trivia, Nintendo U Dance 4 competition, cooking demonstrations, towel animal folding, dance classes, games. Elsewhere, other activities include seminars for detoxing, art auctions, wine tastings, bingo, international crew talent show, and solo travelers' meet and greets. The ship has a total of 9 jacuzzis and 3 pools. Entertainment options also include the NCL's FIREWORKS show (on each voyage), "Rock of Ages", "Cirque Dreams", "Illusionarium" (magicians show).

Additional amenities include: Complimentary 24-hr Room-Service, Supervised Kids Program ("NCL Kids"), Internet/WiFi Access, Laundry. NCL Breakaway tipping/gratuities (US$12 pp per day).

Follows the complete list of Norwegian Breakaway lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Breakaway Theatre (800-seat; features Broadway-style musical productions; two grand-shows per night). Ship's evening shows include the grand musical productions "Rock of Ages" and "SIX: The Musical" (British pop musical themed on Henry VIII’s 6 wives), as well as the dance revue show "Burn the Floor".
• Spiegel Tent (217-seat theatrical entertainment dining venue “Cirque Dreams & Dinner Jungle Fantasy”, with grand-style aerial acrobatics; surcharge $30-40 PP)
• Atrium (3-deck midship hub area - “678 Ocean Place”, with a big-size LED screen, dance area and live entertainment)
• Atrium Cafe & Bar (112-seat specialty tea & coffee bar)
• Headliners Comedy Club & Lounge (features “The Second City” comedy show and “Howl At The Moon” piano show)
• The Library; Card Room; Internet Cafe (24-hour)
• Mixx Bar (live piano music; pre-dinner cocktails); Bar 21; Maltings Beer & Whisky Bar; Prime Meridian Bar; Shaker’s Cocktail Bar; Humidor Cigar Bar & Lounge (smoking venue)
• Carlo’s Bake Shop (cakes, pastries, bakeries; cupcake classes)
• The Collection Art Gallery
• Breakaway Casino
• Bliss Ultra Lounge & Nightclub
• Dolce Gelato (Italian ice cream); Cakestand (cakes, pastries)
• SVEDKA Ice Bar (25-seat; with sculptures, glasses, and seats made of ice; room temperature is -8 degrees C/ 17 F)
• Boutiques (tax-duty free shops); Tradewinds (watches, jewelry, perfumes, handbags, alcohol, tobacco); Tides (gifts); Click (Photo Gallery & Shop)
• Waterfront Promenade (1320 ft/402 m long; open-air dining and entertainment venues)
• Studio Lounge (cruising solo guests-only venue)
• Splash Academy Club area (kids' programme for 6 months to 12 yo kids)
• Mandara Spa & Pulse Fitness complex (with 22 treatment rooms, pool, aerobics studio, and relaxation lounge)
• The Market Place (shopping alley)
• Aqua Park (3-deck, with two pools and 5 multi-level waterslides); Kid’s Aqua Park
• Spa & Fitness (Thermal Suite, Salt Room, Medi Spa, Beauty Salon, Barber Shop, fitness classes)
• Spice H2O (adults only; served by Breezeway Bar & Grill)
• Entourage Teen Centre (jukeboxes, table football, video arcades, teen disco)
• “The Haven” (Suite- and Villa-passengers only complex; consists of The Haven Courtyard, The Haven Restaurant, The Haven Lounge)
• Rock Climbing Wall; Jogging Track; Sports Complex (Spider Web - enclosed 24ft/7m tall kids' climbing wall with a spiral slide, Bungee Trampoline, 9-hole Mini Golf course, the largest at sea Ropes course, Zip Line, The Plank - 8ft/2,5m extending platform)
• Vibe Beach Club (adults only)
• Syd Norman's Pour House (American rock 'n' roll bar & lounge added during 2018 refurb and replacing 160-seat Fat Cats Jazz & Blues Club).

Itineraries

Norwegian Breakaway itinerary program is based on year-round roundtrip cruises from homeport NYC New York to Bermuda and Bahamas. In November 2018, the ship was repositioned to the Carribean and homeported in New Orleans (NOLA), making Breakaway NOLA's largest homeported liner ever. Departures are from Julia Street Cruise Terminal. The inaugural cruise departure was on November 11.

The new 7-day Western Caribbean cruise program includes 5-7-10-11-day roundtrips visiting Mexico (Cozumel, Costa Maya), Belize (Belize City, Harvest Caye Island), Grand Cayman, Jamaica (Ocho Rios).

In 2019-2020, NCL Breakaway cruise program is based on Florida departures from homeports Miami and Port Canaveral .

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Fun fact is that the ship's name was selected through a public contest (submitted by Kimberly Powell). The ship's Inaugural Cruise (Maiden Voyage) was on April 30, 2013. Ship's Godmothers are the "ROCKETTES" (from the NYC’s "Radio City Music Hall"). They were special guests on the ship's first 6 cruises, and since then - on the first sailing of every month.

Breakaway is the first of two Breakaway-class NCL ships. Her sister in the fleet is the NCL Getaway . The ship's interior design company contractors are Priestmangoode (UK) and Tillberg (Sweden). Hull art designer is Peter Max.

Breakaway's construction started on September 21, 2011. The vessel's name was announced on Sept 14, 2011. The first Bermuda cruise was on May 12, 2013. The first Transatlantic crossing (from Southampton  to  NYC New York ) was on April 30, 2013.

Breakaway is the biggest NYC homeported ship - leaving from New York City the whole year-round.

NCL Breakaway refurbishment 2018 review

The list of deckplan changes and works done during ship's drydock 2018 refurbishment (April 28 - May 8) at  Damen Shiprepair Brest (France)  included:

• fully refreshed public spaces (new flooring/carpeting, updated furniture)
• new carpeting in all staterooms
• added Syd Norman's Pour House (former "Fat Cats Jazz and Blues Club") - changed decor, new carpets, furniture, live performances of classic rock songs, an updated drink menu
• repair of shaft bearings and replacing slewing seals of the vessel's two ABB azipod thrusters (propulsion units). The operation required both propellers to be removed from the hull. Both bow thrusters were also dismantled and maintained. Both Fincantieri-made stabilizers were refitted. The hull was repainted.

Drydock 2018 was part of NCL's "Norwegian Edge" program for fleetwide upgrades (2-year project budgeted USD 400 million). Each drydock costs around USD 35-40 million.

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Activities & entertainment

• Arts and Crafts Classes
• Barber Shop *
• Basketball Court
• Behind the Scenes Tour *
• Bungee Trampoline
• Climbing Wall
• Dance Classes
• Bliss Ultra Lounge
• Deck Parties
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Classes *
• Breakaway Casino *
• Gaming Lessons *
• Whirlpools (8)
• Hydrotherapy Pool *
• Internet Cafe *
• Jogging Track
• Late Night Dancing
• Pools 4 (4)
• Poolside Games
• Ropes Course
• Salt Room *
• Spa Thermal Suite *
• Sports Complex
• The Library
• Vibe Beach Club
• Video Arcade *
• Waterslides (3)
• Wine Tasting *
• Entourage Teen Lounge
• Kids Aqua Park
• Splash Academy
• The Humidor Cigar Lounge
• The Haven Lounge _ Suite Guests
• Medical Center
• Breakaway Theater
• Headliners Comedy Club
• Onboard Movie Screenings
• Studio Lounge
• Spiegel Tent *
• Howl at the Moon
• Live Nightly Music
• Syd Normans Pour House
• Sports Games Televised
• Savor Restaurant - Main
• Taste Restaurant - Main
• The Manhattan Room Restaurant - Main
• Shanghais Noodle Bar - Asian
• Wasabi - Asian *
• Bar at the Atrium - Atrium Bar *
• Moderno Churrascaria - Brazillian *
• Garden Cafe - Buffet
• Prime Meridian Bar - Clubby Bar *
• Bar 21 - Cocktail Bar *
• Mixx Bar - Cocktail Bar *
• Le Bistro French Restaurant - French *
• Dolce Gelato - Gelato *
• La Cucina Italian Restaurant - Italian *
• Teppanyaki - Japanese *
• American Diner - Diner *
• Shakers Cocktail Bar - Martini Bar *
• The Bake Shop - Pastries *
• Waves Pool Bar - Pool Bar *
• OSheehans Neighborhood Bar and Grill - Pub
• The Raw Bar - Raw Fare *
• Ocean Blue - Seafood *
• Cagneys Steakhouse - Steakhouse *
• The Haven Restaurant - Suite Guests
• Maltings Beer and Whiskey Bar - Whiskey Bar *
• Headliners Bar - Comedy Club Bar *
• Skyy Vodka - Vodka Bar *
• Syd Normans Pour House - Beer Bar *
• Room Service *
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Built in 2013 and refurbished in 2020, the 3,963-passenger Norwegian Breakaway pleases passengers with a lively atmosphere and family-friendly amenities.

Offerings include two Aqua Parks (one of which is especially for children), a three-level Sports Complex with a ropes course, and specialized kids and teens clubs. In addition to a smattering of daytime activities, the ship contains more than 19 dining options. Other options include three main dining rooms, a noodle bar and a popular steakhouse. Entertainment ranges from Broadway performances to dueling piano acts.

As far as cabins go, categories range from small Studio accommodations for solo travelers to Inside, Oceanview, Balcony and Club Balcony Suite cabins, as well as Spa designated rooms with extra perks. For even more luxury, guests can spring for a Haven category cabin, which offers more space, a private balcony and access to private dining and lounge areas. Even with the ship's massive size, the 1,657 crew members on board ensure that service is still a priority.

Breakaway sails from New York City , Miami , New Orleans  and Rome  to destinations in the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda, Europe, Canada and New England.

Pros & Cons

Ship offers more than 19 dining venues for passengers to choose from

Some onboard entertainment costs extra

• Expert Rating » 4.0
• Traveler Rating » 3.8
• Health Rating » 5.0

Norwegian Breakaway ranks # 6 out of 19 Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

• # 6 in Best Norwegian Cruise Line
• # 27 in Best Cruises for Families
• # 46 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
• # 53 in Best Affordable Cruises

Norwegian Breakaway offers a wide range of accomodation options. Browse cabins to find the stateroom that suits your needs.

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About Norwegian Breakaway

The magnificent 4,000-passenger Norwegian Breakaway is over-the-top with innovate amenities that the entire family are sure to love. The Norwegian Breakaway is the largest cruise ship to ever homeport in New York City, from where she sails year-round. Discover the excitement of cruising on Norwegian Cruise Line's revolutionary "Breakaway Class" ship that raises the design bar with incredible new features. From the architecture to the elegant glass staircase and dazzling immense chandelier, you will know Norwegian Breakaway is in a league of her own.

Norwegian Breakaway offers a unique and unforgettable cruise vacation experience — this is a ship like no other, with innovative design and cutting-edge dining. Families will love her!

Making its debut on the Norwegian Breakaway is The Waterfront, a fabulous outdoor boardwalk area and 678 Ocean Place, spanning three interconnecting decks featuring a myriad of entertainment, shopping and dining venues . The Waterfront is lined with a fabulous variety of restaurants, bars and lounges, offering a perfect setting to watch the sunset or dine al fresco. Enjoy fresh sea breezes as you savor the cuisine at such fabulous eateries as La Cuchina and Ocean Blue, have a cocktail at a chic lounge or enjoy your favorite brew at Maltings Beer & Whisky Bar. These areas are designed to offer guests a connection to the sea and an exciting outdoor experience.

Dining on the Norwegian Breakaway will take you on a culinary world adventure, with at least 23 delicious dining choices, there is something for the entire family. The kids will want the 24/7 pizza delivery and you will love the diverse culinary selections, from traditional fine dining to endless buffets with made-to-order food stations, all boasting fabulous cuisine. Specialty restaurants include NCL's signature French Bistro, which can also be enjoyed at the al fresco at the Atrium, Japanese teppanyaki, a traditional steakhouse and much more. An amazing luxury seafood dining experience is offered at Ocean Blue, created by celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian, featuring elegant and modern presentations. The popular Food Network star also oversees The Raw Bar and a more casual Ocean Blue on The Waterfront, where you can dine in the fresh sea breeze.

In addition to the specialty restaurants, Taste Main Dining Room boasts a variety of cuisine and a menu that changes daily, so each visit is a culinary adventure. Experience delicious traditional fare with a contemporary twist at the other main dining room, Savor. You can also simply enjoy a five-course dinner with an amazing view from your private balcony.

Serenity is offered at the expansive adults-only deck area, which is ideal for relaxation while kids can enjoy lots of amenities and youth programs just for them. The immense two-story Splash Academy, located near the family suites, provides a fun area for kids to have fun, as well as a sports area with a ropes course. Designed for teens is Entourage, located near the video arcade.

Cutting-edge entertainment is offered on Norwegian Breakaway, featuring amazing dancing, presented at the Breakaway Theater and the Manhattan Dining Room. Theater dining experiences are offered at the Spiegel Tent. Other exciting entertainment includes the fun Headliners Comedy Club and Fat Cats Jazz & Blues Club. You can also try your luck at the casino, one of the largest at sea.

Designed with a modern boutique hotel décor, the stunning staterooms offer a warm and inviting ambiance. Boasting clean and modern lines, your stateroom, suite or villa will be your ultimate sanctuary.Choose from a wide range of accommodations, including well-appointed Solo staterooms and tranquil Spa staterooms.

Tucked away near the top of the Norwegian Breakaway, is the ultimate exclusive area, called The Haven. Accommodations include luxurious and spacious suites and villas. Providing the utmost in personalized service, this private enclave boasts the ship's most luxurious accommodations, offering the utmost of luxury, service and elegance, including its own private gourmet restaurant. Additional Haven amenities include a private butler, concierge service, poolside valet and white tablecloth in-suite dining. The Courtyard, with two levels reminiscent of a private beach club, has a private pool and special access to the renowned and tranquil Mandara Spa and Fitness Center.

Norwegian Breakaway sails year-round from New York City to Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.

The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony

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, separate shower and two modern vanity sinks. Large wardrobe and dressing area with full closet, double sofa and guest half bathroom.

The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Balcony

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 views 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 2 Bedroom Family Villa W/Large Balcony

Perfect for the families, these suites 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 your private balcony.

The Haven Aft-Facing Penthouse with Master Bedroom

Located in the aft corners of decks 9 and 12, 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 bathroom.

The Haven Aft-Facing Penthouse with Balcony

Comfort and luxury abound in this aft-facing, spacious penthouse with a balcony that provides incredible views from the back of the ship. Features include a king size bed, luxury bath with bathtub and separate shower, living area, dining area and a guest bathroom with shower. Best of all, it's located in The Haven where you'll enjoy premium amenities including exclusive key card access to the Courtyard area, restaurant, lounge and 24-hour butler and concierge service.

The Haven Courtyard Penthouse with Balcony

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 glass doors that open to your private balcony.

The Haven Forwared-Facing Penthouse with Balcony

Get a bird's-eye view of the amazing vistas ahead from 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 and dining area. Some can connect to a Balcony Stateroom for even more space

Haven Penthouse Suite with Balcony

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.

Aft-Facing Club Balcony Suite

These Club Balcony 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.

Family Club Balcony Suite

Family and friends, up to four total, will be comfortable with the extra space this mini-suite provides. Located on the upper decks, mid-ship or forward, it includes two lower beds that can convert to a queen, sleeper sofa, a sitting area and one bathroom/shower, some with a bathtub. Some can connect to a Club Balcony Suite or Balcony Stateroom so you can spread out yet stay close together.

Club Balcony Suite with Larger Balcony

Featuring two beds that convert to a queen, extra bedding for two and a large, private balcony these Club Balcony Suites also offer amazing views. Enjoy the dining and excitement just steps away from The Waterfront.

Club Balcony Suite

Up to four guests can enjoy the extra space this Club Balcony Suite provides. Located mid-ship or forward, it includes two lower beds that can convert to a queen, foldable sleeper, and one bathroom with shower, some with a bathtub.

Sail Away Club Balcony Suite

A Sail Away Club Balcony Suite guarantees a Club Balcony 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.

Aft-Facing Large Balcony

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.

Family Balcony

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.

Large Balcony

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

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.

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.

Family Oceanview

Perfect for families, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, a bathtub in select rooms and additional bedding for up to 3. Accommodates up to five guests.

Oceanview with Picture Window

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

Sailaway Oceanview

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.

Family Inside

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.)

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

Sailaway Inside

A Sailaway 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.

Private keycard access complex comprised of staterooms specifically designed and priced for the solo traveller. Featuring a full-size bed, a one-way window to the corridor, and separate areas for your bathroom, sink and shower, in 100 square feet of living space. Includes access to the private Studio Lounge. No single supplement required.

Solo Inside

These staterooms include a queen-size bed and the same amenities as other inside staterooms. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travellers and include access to the private Studio Lounge.

Solo Oceanview

These staterooms feature a large round window and a queen-size bed. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travellers and include access to the private Studio Lounge.

Solo Balcony

These spacious staterooms include a queen-size bed, sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a private balcony. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travellers and include access to the private Studio Lounge.

View Deck Plan

American Diner

Cagney's Steakhouse

Premium cuts are the standard at our American steakhouse serving Certified Angus Beef. Sip your favourite cocktail and don't forget to order our famous Parmesan dusted truffle fries.

Dolce Gelato

Slow churned, dense and intense in flavour, gelato is Italy's answer to ice cream. And our version is the perfect accompaniment to a leisure stroll on your exploration of The Waterfront. Choose from a variety of flavours and drift off in sweet thoughts as you walk in the breeze.

Open Air Garden Cafe

Open Air Garden Cafe.

La Cucina Italian Restaurant

Buonasera! Enjoy the finest ingredients at our vibrant Italian ristorante. Dine on classics like pasta carbonara or lobster fettuccine. Then indulge in the affogato. Your good evening just got better. Seating options include inside, atrium al fresco or oceanside.

Le Bistro French Restaurant

Norwegian's signature French restaurant featuring Mediterranean, nouveau and classic French cuisine. Our new seating option, Atrium Al Fresco, is reminiscent of sidewalk-style dining - overlooking the social hub of 678 Ocean Place.

Moderno Churasscaria

Looking for a unique experience? Our authentic Brazilian steakhouse is a must. Start with an impressive salad bar, but save room for skewers of slow-roasted meats carved tableside by our Pasadores. Oceanside seating available.

O'Sheehan's Neighborhood Bar & Grill

Dine on reinvented Irish pub classics while sipping your favourite draft beer, all in a casual atmosphere open 24 hours a day. There's no cover charge to dig into your favourite comfort foods and savory Daily Specials, such as Prime Rib and All-You-Can-Eat Ribs, or shoot a game of pool while taking in a sports game.

Seafood is the star attraction here. In a refined and elegant setting, diners will be treated to dishes created from the freshest fish, the finest ingredients, and perfectly paired wine selections and cocktails.

Savor Restaurant

Savour, our newest Main Dining Room, is stunning in design, with colours like the setting sun over a deep blue sea. The cuisine is traditional with a contemporary flair.

Shanghai's Noodle Bar

Visit our Noodle Bar to enjoy fresh noodle dishes that are prepared just the way you like them.

Taste Restaurant

Taste Restaurant.

The sizzles and surprises never cease at our authentic Japanese Hibachi restaurant. Sit at a lively shared table as a skillful chef perfectly grills steak, seafood and chicken on a large steel grill.

The Bake Shop

Indulge your sweet tooth with decadent treats available à la carte, such as French macaroons, chocolate pralines, and cupcakes.

The Haven Restaurant

The Haven Restaurant.

The Manhattan Room Restaurant

One of three Main Dining Rooms, The Manhattan Room is designed like a private New York City supper club. This is a guest favourite with its expansive dance floor and panoramic ocean views from two-story, floor-to-ceiling windows. Don't miss Burn the Floor dance troupe when they heat things up.

In the mood for sushi? Pull up stool at this contemporary sushi, sashimi and yakitori bar for some traditional Japanese culinary bites.

Spiegel Tent

Spiegel Tent.

Garden Cafe

Breakaway Casino

Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Texas Hold 'Em and Poker are a few of the favorites. See why Norwegian has been rated the "Best Cruise Line Casino" of any cruise line for ten years running by the readers of Casino Player magazine and "Best Cruise Line Casino" by Porthole magazine.

Medical Center

Medical Center.

Breakaway Theater

Syd Norman’s Pour House

From gritty brick walls to live rock 'n' roll, you'll feel like you're in one of LA's legendary rock clubs at Syd Norman's Pour House. Sip on a Witchy Woman while chilling on The Waterfront. Quiz the bartender's encyclopedic knowledge of everything from Axl to Mick. Belt the night away to classics you love because after all, it's only rock 'n' roll but you'll like it!

The Library

The Library.

Meeting Room

Meeting Room.

Bliss Ultra Lounge

Cruise into the clubbing scene at Bliss. Dance to a different beat and feel the excitement as you walk through the lit tunnel to the illuminated bar. It’s electric. Bliss is a top hot spot every night of the week. Experience it.

Internet Cafe

Internet Cafe.

Kids Aqua Park

What could be better than splashing around in an aqua park at the top of the ship? You got it at Norwegian Breakaway Kids' Aqua Park! You'll find colourful, whimsical and larger-than-life figurines surrounding a shallow pool perfectly sized for kids. Slide on in and prepare to get soaked.

Waves Pool Bar

Waves Pool Bar.

Decks: 16 17

The Market Place

The Marketplace is your one stop shop for everything you need for the pool or beach. Get sunscreen, beach toys, sunglasses, books and more. Be sure to check out all our special savings events going on every day. Everything onboard is always tax & duty-free. We have the best prices guaranteed - Ask our sales staff for more information.

Shore Excursion Desk

Shore Excursion Desk.

Entourage Teen Lounge

Entourage is a place where teens can be themselves, hang out, meet new friends and get lost in a world of cool comfort. Ages 13-17 are welcome to this inviting venue, designed like a chic adult lounge, minus the adults.

Barber Shop

Barber Shop.

Tradewinds Tax & Duty Free

Welcome to Tradewinds boutique shopping, conveniently located steps away from your stateroom. You'll find a shopper's paradise filled with incredible brands and items.

Tides Boutique

Tides Boutique.

Private spa

Private spa.

Stay in shape with your favourite workout equipment including treadmills, ellipticals and free weights or even yoga, pilates and spinning.

Spa Thermal Suite

Spa Thermal Suite.

Fitness Center

Decks: 14 15 16

Experience the ultimate in relaxation and heat therapy at the Thermal Suite where you can refresh and recharge.

Box Office.

Dance Floor

Dance Floor.

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery.

The Collection Art Gallery

The Collection Art Gallery.

Splash Academy

Decks: 12 13

It's our biggest kids' area yet! This radical venue was created especially for our young fans, ages 3 to 12 years. Within this two-story facility sprinkled with excitement, kids can do what they do best - be a kid!

Video Arcade

Video Arcade.

Guest Services

Guest Services.

Decks: 7 17 16

Maltings Beer & Whiskey Bar

Sit starboard, right alongside the sea where the view is intoxicating. Good times flow indoors, too. With a unique international variety of spirits and an impressive list of imported and domestic beers, you can sip your way around the world without leaving your chair in air-conditioned comfort.

Mingle with new friends and enjoy live piano at Mixx, a modern classical, pre-dinner gathering place between two of our most popular dining spots.

Prime Meridian Bar

Between Cagney’s Steakhouse and Moderno Churrascaria, take a seat, order your favorite beverage and be a part of the action of 678 Ocean Place.

Shaker's Cocktail Bar

Happy hour comes shaken or stirred at this classic martini bar with a twist. Join the martini crowd for some cosmopolitan ambiance or try the latest, modern concoction made to your liking.

Skyy Vodka Ice Bar

Now this is as cool as it gets. Inspired by the original ice hotels in Scandinavia, the Skyy Vodka Ice Bar is a unique arctic-like frozen chamber where the bar, seating and glasses are made entirely from ice. The bar is kept at 17 degrees Fahrenheit and features specialty drinks made from Skyy Vodka, guaranteed to give guests the ultimate chill.

The Raw Bar

Located right beside Ocean Blue, The Raw Bar is an easy casual place to grab a snack or settle in for a meal. A menu of oysters, shellfish, crudos and signature wines by the glass keep things light. Counter seating allows for guests to easily dine solo or with a group. This is a perfect place post-show to enjoy a dessert or a cocktail as well.

Headliners Comedy Club

Comedy Club.

Inspired by the renowned summer beach parties on the island of Ibiza, Spice H20 is an adult-only escape with contemporary Asian influences located aft on Deck 15. By day, lounge beside hot tubs and a soothing waterfall; by night, it’s a whole different beat. Let loose and dance beneath the stars as vibrant images display on the huge video screen. Spice H20 will add pizzazz to your palate too, with its unique offerings of snacks and appetizers.

Decks: 16 18 15

The Haven Courtyard

The Haven Courtyard with private pool, sundeck, hot tub and fitness area.

The Haven Lounge

Salute the good life in this elegant lounge offering exclusive access to The Haven guests. Light bites are available.

The Humidor Cigar Lounge

The Humidor Cigar Lounge.

The Studio Lounge

Decks: 10 11

Two-story lounge with bar.

Vibe Beach Club

Guests will jump for quiet joy upon discovering this private retreat where they can connect with ocean – and disconnect from everything else. Exclusively for those 18 and over, Vibe Beach Club is resplendent with ocean views, an oversized hot tub, chaise loungers and a relaxing water feature – ideal for drowning out every last bit of stress. A full-service bar, water spritzers, chilled towels and skewers of fruit ease you even more into serenity.

Jogging Track

Jogging Track.

Sports Complex

Our Sports Complex provides three stories of action-packed activities including two new additions that will test your skills like never before.Challenge yourself with our new, largest-at-sea ropes course where you can conquer over 40 elements as you masterfully manouevre through this multi-level structure. For the ultimate thrill, confront The Plank that extends 8 feet over the side of the ship. Cameras capture your conquering moment.*Size and weight restrictions apply and vary by ship/activity.

Atrium Bar.

The Atrium.

The Haven Private Sun Deck

The Haven Private Sun Deck.

Public Sun Deck

Public Sun Deck.

Ropes Course

Ropes Course.

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Norwegian Breakaway Decks and Cabins

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Built in 2013, the Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship weighs 147K tons and has 2008 staterooms for up to 4819 passengers served by 1595 crew . There are 18 passenger decks, 10 with cabins. You can expect a space ratio of 30 gross tons per passenger on this ship. On this page are the current deck plans for Norwegian Breakaway showing deck plan layouts, public venues and all the types of cabins including pictures and videos.

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THE HAVEN DELUXE OWNERS SUITE

Floor Diagram The Haven Deluxe Owners Suite

Sleeps up to: 4 2 Cabins Cabin: 742 sqft (70 m 2 ) Balcony: 190 sqft (18 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Floor Diagram The Haven Owner Suite

Sleeps up to: 4 2 Cabins Cabin: 473 sqft (44 m 2 ) Balcony: 99 sqft (9 m 2 )

THE HAVEN 2-BEDROOM FAMILY VILLA

Floor Diagram The Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa

Sleeps up to: 6 20 Cabins Cabin: 516 sqft (48 m 2 ) Balcony: 43 sqft (4 m 2 )

THE HAVEN COURTYARD PENTHOUSE

Floor Diagram The Haven Courtyard Penthouse

Sleeps up to: 3 18 Cabins Cabin: 280 sqft (26 m 2 ) Balcony: 43 sqft (4 m 2 )

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Aft penthouse.

Floor Diagram The Haven Penthouse Aft

Sleeps up to: 4 12 Cabins Cabin: 420 sqft (39 m 2 ) Balcony: 75 sqft (7 m 2 )

FORWARD PENTHOUSE

Floor Diagram The Haven Penthouse Forward

Sleeps up to: 4 10 Cabins Cabin: 387 sqft (36 m 2 ) Balcony: 30 sqft (3 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

THE HAVEN SUITE

Floor Diagram The Haven Spa Suite

Sleeps up to: 4 16 Cabins Cabin: 280 sqft (26 m 2 ) Balcony: 30 sqft (3 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

Floor Diagram Mini-Suite

Sleeps up to: 4 266 Cabins Cabin: 204 sqft (19 m 2 ) Balcony: 30 sqft (3 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Floor Diagram Balcony

Sleeps up to: 4 998 Cabins Cabin: 172 sqft (16 m 2 ) Balcony: 30 sqft (3 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

Floor Diagram Oceanview

Sleeps up to: 5 156 Cabins Cabin: 161 sqft (15 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

Floor Diagram Interior

Sleeps up to: 4 449 Cabins Cabin: 129 sqft (12 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

SOLO STUDIO

Floor Diagram Studio

Sleeps up to: 1 59 Cabins Cabin: 100 sqft (9 m 2 )

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Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Ship - Cabins and Suites

The 4000-passenger Norwegian Breakaway of Norwegian Cruise Line has 28 different types of cabins and suite accommodations in 42 categories. Seven of the categories are in The Haven , the Norwegian Breakaway's luxurious and exclusive boutique cruise ship hotel. The other 21 categories are diverse and spread throughout 8 decks of the mega-ship. These staterooms range in size (and price) from mini-suites for spa lovers or families to standard balcony cabins to oceanview and finally to the least expensive on the ship--inside cabins.

Like the Norwegian Escape and  Norwegian Epic , the Norwegian Breakaway has inside studio cabins that are designed for the solo traveler.

The tiny studio cabins were designed and priced for the solo traveler. All the studios are on the inside but have a porthole window looking into the hallway. These cabins are designed for cleaning up, dressing, and sleeping. Guests staying in the studios have access to the studio lounge. 

Studio Cabin

Studio cabin sink, studio cabin lounge stairwell, studio cabin lounge, studio cabin portholes.

The Studio Cabins are all inside and do not have views of the sea. However, they do have large portholes with views of the hallway.

Studio Cabin Hallway

The 59 Studio cabins are designed for solo travelers and have their own lounge. This hallway reflects the contemporary feel of the Studio complex.

The 16 Spa Suites measure 344 square feet and are located near the Mandara Spa. Like the other spa staterooms, these suites include access to the Thermal Spa, and they also have an in-suite whirlpool. Although not located in The Haven, spa suite guests have access to its courtyard, restaurant, and lounge. 

Spa Suite Sitting Area

Spa suite desk area, spa suite balcony, spa suite bathroom, spa suite whirlpool tub.

The Norwegian Breakaway Spa Suites feature a large in-suite whirlpool tub with a view.

Spa Mini-Suite Shower

Those who love a good shower will appreciate the multiple water jets and two showerheads in the mini-suites.

Spa Mini-Suite

The spa mini-suite is the same size (236 square feet) as a standard mini-suite, but it has a tranquil spa decor and is located near the Mandara Spa. Guests in all spa accommodations have complimentary access to the Thermal Spa. 

Spa Mini-Suites on the Norwegian Getaway, sister ship to the Norwegian Breakaway, are similar.

Spa Balcony Cabin Bathroom

Spa balcony cabin shower, spa balcony cabin.

Spa balcony cabins are the same size as other balcony cabins (204 square feet), but are located near the Mandara Spa and feature complimentary access to the Thermal Spa area.

Forward-Facing Oceanview Cabin

View from forward-facing oceanview cabin.

These cabins do not have a balcony but feature a view similar to the one the Captain has from the bridge.

Accessible Oceanview Cabin

Handicap-accessible oceanview cabin, mini-suite shower.

The Norwegian Breakaway mini-suite showers are spa-like, with a waterfall showerhead, multiple water-jets, and a separate hand-held showerhead.

The 248 mini-suites look much like the balcony cabins, but are larger and have a more luxurious bath with double sinks and a shower with multiple jets. Each mini-suite has a sofa bed.

Mini-Suite Bathroom

Mini-suite balcony.

Mini-suites are a little larger than standard balcony cabins, measuring 236 square feet.

Oceanview Cabin

The 120 oceanview cabins have a large picture window, but no balcony. Forty-four of the oceanview cabins are "family oceanview" sleep up to five guests and have a double sink and tub in the bathroom.

Oceanview Cabin Bathroom

Inside cabin.

The 449 inside cabins (categories IA, IE, IB, IC, IF, ID, IX) on the Norwegian Breakaway measure 151 square feet. They include most of the features found in the oceanview and balcony cabins but have no window or balcony.

Balcony Accessible Cabin

Accessible balcony cabin.

The Norwegian Breakaway has 40 accessible cabins for those in wheelchairs or with mobility issues. This is a balcony cabin, which is larger than the standard balcony cabin.

Accessible Balcony Cabin Bathroom

Balcony cabin.

Balcony cabins (category BA, BB, BC, BD, or BX) measure 204 square feet and are the most predominant category on the Norwegian Breakaway. Most sleep two, but some can accommodate four.

Balcony Cabin Desk and Television

Balcony cabin bathroom vanity, balcony cabin shower, balcony cabin bath and shower.

Some balcony cabins have the bed by the sliding glass door; others have the sofa and desk located in this position. It's a personal preference as to which is better.

Family Oceanview Cabin Bathroom

Family oceanview.

The 42 family oceanview cabins on deck 5 measure 161 square feet and sleep up to five people. Most of these cabins have both a shower and a tub, and many connect to another cabin.

Family Mini-Suite

The 22 family mini-suites with balcony on the Norwegian Breakaway measure 236 square feet and are located on deck 12 near the kids' area. These cabins sleep up to four and include both a bathtub and shower.

Family Inside Cabin

The Family Inside Cabins in category I1 and I2 are on decks 11 and 12. These cabins sleep 4, are located near the kid's areas and include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size and two pull-down beds.

Family Inside Cabin - Accessible Bathroom

Aft-facing balcony cabin.

The 32 aft-facing balcony cabins (category B1) on the Norwegian Breakaway are found on decks 8 through 14. These 204 square-foot cabins have two lower pillow-top beds that can be combined into a queen-sized bed. A third person could also sleep on the sofa.

Like other cabins on the Norwegian Breakaway, the aft-facing cabins have a 26-inch flat screen television, lots of storage space, desk, good lighting, and a full-size closet. The bathroom includes a large sink, toilet, enclosed vanity area, and shower. Since these cabins have an aft view, the balcony is larger and has lounge chairs.

Aft-Facing Balcony Cabin Veranda

The veranda on an aft-facing cabin on the Norwegian Breakaway is larger and has enough room for chaise lounge chairs.

Aft-Facing Balcony Cabin Bathroom

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The 6 best cruise ship waterslides and watery fun zones

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Call it the Battle of the Waterslides.

In the last few years, the big boys of the cruise industry — Royal Caribbean , MSC Cruises , Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line — have been locked in a game of one-upmanship when it comes to waterslides and watery fun zones on vessels.

In addition to such over-the-top, new attractions as go-kart tracks and roller coasters , the brands behind the biggest megaresorts at sea have been packing the top decks of their vessels with even more over-the-top watery allures.

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Royal Caribbean, for instance, added an 800-foot-long “water coaster” to the back of its 3,386-passenger Navigator of the Seas just a few years ago. It’s one of more than two dozen giant waterslides the line has added to more than half a dozen ships in the last seven years.

Royal Caribbean also plans a record six waterslides on its next new ship, Icon of the Seas, which is scheduled to debut in January 2024.

But as recently as early 2016, Royal Caribbean didn’t have a single waterslide on any of its vessels.

MSC Cruises also has gone big with giant water parks in the past seven years, with as many as four waterslides on more than half a dozen of its newest vessels. Norwegian has loaded up its most recent ships with giant water parks, too — some have as many as five waterslides!

Not to be outdone, Carnival, an early adopter of waterslides on ships, has added sprawling water park areas with multiple waterslides to almost every vessel in its fleet.

A brief history of water attractions at sea

In the beginning, there was the pool. As watery cruise ship attractions go, it has long been the staple — something found on nearly every cruise vessel going back to the 1970s.

But as early as 1978, at least one line was spicing up its Lido decks with a little waterslide fun — little being the operative word. That’s the year Carnival added a single slide into the pool on its 728-passenger Festivale — a slide so small it’s now hilarious to think it was touted as an attraction.

Often cited as the first waterslide ever on a cruise vessel, the Festivale slide was of a sort that was found at backyard pools at the time. The cruise industry was still in its infancy, of course, and ships were orders of magnitude smaller than they are today. Festivale measured just 32,697 tons, about one-seventh the size of today’s biggest cruise vessels.

Carnival, the so-called Fun Ship line, would go on to become the early leader in waterslides at sea. The 2,056-passenger Carnival Fantasy, which debuted in 1990, was the first cruise ship with a significant waterslide. It measured 115 feet in length.

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Just six years later, in 1996, Carnival would make news with the unveiling of a 214-foot-long corkscrew waterslide on what then was called Destiny. (The ship currently sails as the Carnival Sunshine after being rebuilt in 2013.) At the time, Destiny was the biggest cruise ship in the world.

In more recent years, Carnival has gone into waterslide-building overdrive. The line has added full-blown water park areas with waterslides, watery play zones and other features to all but four of its 25 ships. All but one of Carnival’s ships (Carnival Luminosa) now have at least one waterslide.

One of the Carnival water parks, on the line’s 5-year-old Carnival Horizon, even has Disney-style theming revolving around Dr. Seuss characters.

Norwegian, MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean only began going big with waterslides on ships in the past decade or so. Many of the newest vessels from the brands have massive water park areas. Some of the brands are retrofitting big waterslides onto older ships, too.

Additionally, family-focused Disney Cruise Line now has major water attractions on all its vessels.

Where you’ll find the biggest waterslides at sea

If your idea of the perfect cruise ship is one loaded to the gills with waterslides and watery fun zones (plus all sorts of other over-the-top attractions), you’ll want to stick to the biggest floating megaresorts operated by Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC Cruises and Carnival.

At Royal Caribbean, that means the giant Oasis-class vessels , which include Wonder of the Seas — the world’s largest cruise ship. At Norwegian, you’ll find the biggest waterslides and water parks on the line’s relatively recently built Breakaway Plus-, Breakaway- and Epic-class ships. At MSC Cruises, the new Seaside-, Meraviglia-, Meraviglia Plus- and World-class vessels have the line’s big water parks.

Big lines that have steered clear of the water-park-at-sea trend include Princess Cruises, Holland America and Celebrity Cruises. Geared more toward couples than families and typically drawing an older demographic, all three of these lines have stuck to a more subdued feel for the outdoor areas of their ships. The top decks of vessels operated by Princess, Holland America and Celebrity still mostly revolve around traditional swimming areas with pools, hot tubs and lounge chairs.

Ready for a splashy, top-deck thrill? These are the most spectacular watery attractions at sea.

The Perfect Storm

Where you’ll find it: Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas.

This isn’t just one giant waterslide; it’s a whole complex of waterslides, each one among the most exciting you’ll find anywhere on the world’s oceans.

The Perfect Storm is found on four of Royal Caribbean’s massive Oasis-class vessels — Wonder of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas — as well as the smaller Liberty of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas. The complex includes two four-deck-high racer slides called Cyclone and Typhoon, where you can do side-by-side speed tests with your travel partner.

On the four Oasis-class ships, there’s also a third, Champagne bowl-style slide called Supercell. It’ll swirl you around a big basin before plummeting you “down the drain” into a plunge pool. On Liberty of the Seas, a third slide called The Tidal Wave sends you screaming down a steep hill on an inner tube to a nearly vertical incline. Zooming upward, topping out and dropping back, you’ll get a blissful moment of complete weightlessness.

Note that Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas also has a waterslide area called Perfect Storm — but it’s completely different. More on that in a moment.

The Blaster

Where you’ll find it: Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas.

The Blaster is the Big Daddy of waterslides at sea. At 800 feet, it’s the longest ever built on a cruise ship. Added to Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas in 2019, it’s a seemingly endless stretch of yellow and orange tubing that winds around the back deck of the vessel like a snake.

A true sight to behold, The Blaster is so long because it’s what’s known as a water coaster. It features water jets that propel you up, down and forward — extending the ride — as you careen around the ship’s basketball court and surfing simulator in an inner tube. At times, you go flying over the side of the ship, over open water (not that you have much time to take in the view).

Royal Caribbean has named the area on Navigator of the Seas where The Blaster is located the Perfect Storm — the same name used for waterslide areas on six other ships — but the area is completely different than what you’ll find on the other vessels. In addition to The Blaster, the Perfect Storm area on Navigator of the Seas includes a headfirst mat racer slide called Riptide — the first of its kind at sea.

Where you’ll find it: Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream.

Leave it to family-focused Disney Cruise Line to come up with the coolest watery family attraction at sea. AquaDuck is a water coaster, like The Blaster on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas, and is found on Disney’s two Dream-class ships. But don’t expect anything too white-knuckle. The ride is relatively gentle by water park standards, mainly because it’s designed for kids of all ages (and their parents, who can ride along on inner tubes for two).

While AquaDuck is slightly shorter than The Blaster at 765 feet in length, it has a bigger presence, thanks to its prime location encircling the main pool area. If you’re lounging up top, it’s hard to miss the massive, clear acrylic tubing of the ride, which is held up by 46 giant white stilts.

In addition to AquaDuck, the two Disney ships with the attraction (Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream ) have a relatively small, kid-friendly waterslide next to the centrally located Mickey’s Pool. Dubbed Mickey’s Slide, it’s held up by a giant Mickey hand, which is delightful. Both ships also have a watery play zone for toddlers called Nemo’s Reef. Plus, Disney Fantasy has a watery fun zone with water jets, geysers and bubblers called AquaLab.

Note that Disney’s newest ship — Disney Wish — has a water coaster attraction similar to the AquaDuck called the AquaMouse. The big difference: Riders will see animated shorts while riding up the ramp at the start of the ride.

Carnival WaterWorks

Where you’ll find it: Nearly all Carnival ships.

When it comes to waterslides on ships, cruise giant Carnival is still the undisputed king. The Fun Ship line began adding them to vessels way back in 1978, and there’s now at least one waterslide on every ship in the Carnival fleet — something no other line can say.

Indeed, on all Carnival ships, there’s now not just a single waterslide but a whole water park area. Called WaterWorks, these areas vary in size and features from vessel to vessel, but they typically have one or two big waterslides, a watery play zone with interactive water features and a large continuously filling dump bucket that periodically soaks everybody within range.

You’ll typically find the biggest Carnival water park complexes on the newest Carnival ships, such as Mardi Gras , Celebration and Carnival Venezia . All three have three waterslides — one more than most Carnival ships.

Aqua Park (Norwegian Cruise Line)

Where you’ll find it: Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Joy, Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Encore.

Norwegian Cruise Line began going big with waterslides in 2010 when it debuted Norwegian Epic. And boy, did it go big! Norwegian Epic offers three monster waterslides, including the thrilling Epic Plunge — a 200-foot-long tube ride that ends in a swirling bowl. Epic Plunge is part of Norwegian Epic’s Aqua Park, the first water park on a Norwegian ship. Norwegian has since added Aqua Parks to six more new vessels, including its biggest ship, the 4-year-old Norwegian Encore .

Norwegian’s Aqua Parks vary in size and attractions from ship to ship, but some of them, such as the one on Norwegian Breakaway, have as many as five separate multistory waterslides. Yes, you read that right: Five waterslides on a single cruise ship!

On Norwegian Breakaway, the lineup includes twin free-fall slides that drop passengers nearly straight down several stories; two side-by-side twisting racer slides; and a family-friendly slide with a more modest drop. For sheer variety, the complex is hard to beat.

Aqua Park (MSC Cruises)

Where you’ll find it: MSC Seascape, MSC Seashore, MSC Seaview, MSC Seaside, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Euribia, MSC World Europa.

Fast-growing MSC Cruises has joined the waterslide wars in the last few years — and in a massive way. Each of the 10 ships the line has unveiled since 2017 offers a full-blown water park on its top deck that’s packed with waterslides and other watery fun.

On North America-based MSC Seaside, the Aqua Park has four waterslides and a children’s play area with interactive water features. The waterslides include two massive, 525-foot-long dueling slides that extend over the sides of the ship. The top of the Aqua Park on MSC Seaside is also home to the liftoff point for a zip line that soars 344 feet across the top of the vessel.

Other MSC Cruises water parks at sea include the winter-themed Polar Aqua Park on MSC Meraviglia, which offers a suspended-in-the-sky ropes course in addition to four waterslides. There’s also the Aquaplay area for the little ones.

A handful of ships even have virtual reality waterslides that involve riders wearing virtual reality headsets as part of the experience.

In all, 14 of MSC Cruises’ 22 vessels now have at least one waterslide on their top decks.

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EP: 43 Nurse Blake / NurseCon at Sea 2024 Cruise Debrief - Part 2 Nurses Uncorked

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