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Norwegian Prima, the first in a new class of ships designed to elevate every expectation. Explore the greater wide open with the most outdoor deck space of any new cruise ship. Unwind in the most spacious accommodation and enjoy first-rate service so you won't wait a second for that second round. Be the first to take a 360° seaside stroll along the new Ocean Boulevard. Take your taste buds on a delicious journey through the Indulge Food Hall. Or dip into the horizon in one of the infinity pools. Be the First to discover a new experience at sea, setting sail Summer 2022. Learn more about Norwegian Prima's experiences, designed to elevate every expectation.
Year Built
2022Year Refurbished
Year Entered Present Fleet
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Tonnage (GRT)
140000PAX (basis 2)
3288Max Pax (inc. Uppers)
3800Passenger Decks
16Number of Crew
1300Officers' Nationality
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Suites
191Balcony
0Oceanview
124Oceanview No Balcony
0Oceanview With Balcony
0Balconies
946Interior
383Accessible
20Total Number of Accommodations
1000The Haven Premier Owner's Suite With Large Balcony
The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite With Large Balcony
The Haven Aft-Facing Owner's Suite With Master Bedroom & Large Balcony
The Haven Owner's Suite With Master Bedroom & Large Balcony
The Haven 2-bedroom Family Villa With Large Balcony
The Haven Aft-Facing Penthouse With Large Balcony
The Haven Aft-Facing Penthouse with Master Bedroom & Large Balcony
The Haven Penthouse With Balcony
Forward-Facing Club Balcony Suite with Large Balcony
Family Club Balcony Suite
Club Balcony Suite
Club Balcony Suite
Sailaway Club Balcony Suite
Aft-Facing Suite With Large Balcony
Aft-Facing Suite With Large Balcony
Family Suite With Master Bedroom & Balcony
Forward-Facing Suite With Master Bedroom & Large Balcony
Family Suite With Large Balcony
These Suites feature access to The Haven amenities, butler and concierge, three bedrooms, large balcony with hot tub. Your private paradise is ready. Relax in chic, luxurious comfort complete with floor-to-ceiling glass doors to let the outside in. Or take in vista after glorious vista from one of the most spacious balconies at sea. Accommodates: up to 8. Total Approx. Size: 2,100 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 828 sq. ft.
Balcony With Access To Thermal Spa
Aft-facing Balcony Stateroom
Family Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom
Sailaway Balcony Stateroom
Solo Balcony Stateroom
Family Oceanview Stateroom
Large Oceanview Stateroom with Round Window
Oceanview Stateroom with Round Window
Sailaway Oceanview Stateroom
Solo Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom
Family Inside Stateroom
Inside Stateroom
Inside Stateroom
Inside Stateroom
Sailaway Inside Stateroom
Studio Stateroom
Solo Inside Stateroom
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Great ship overall.
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MARCH
Food: 7/10 - It was mostly good; the dinner dining rooms had a good variety; the buffets/restaurants had basically the same thing every day. Stateroom: 9/10 - Large, great amenities Entertainment: 6/10 - Some shows/entertainment were fun and exciting while others were just boring. Staff: 4/10 - A few were amazing and friendly but most seemed like they weren't happy to be there and it showed in their lack of friendliness or helpfulness.
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NOVEMBER
We enjoyed our cruise on the Prima. It’s a beautiful ship. Embarkation and disembarkation went so smoothly. A couple things we found unusual. We never saw or heard from the captain. We never saw the cruise director, on other cruises we have taken the cruise director was everywhere. They have a cigar lounge inside, always open. But if you are a cigarette smoker, there is a small area on Deck 18, totally exposed the the weather. The casino does have a smoking area, only open when at sea.
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JUNE
Embarkation was 3 hours late. Lot of disorganization.
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JUNE
The Ship is lovely. Most of the really nice space is outside. My cruise was London to Reykjavic. The cooler weather drove everyone inside making the inside spaces more crowded. Also, the cruise line had a really difficult time embarking passengers. It also had a tough time getting people off the ship at Bruge. For a business that is pretty much logistics, this line was pretty miserable at logistics. The crew was attentive and friendly. The food was passable with a big difference in quality at the specialty restaurants, The Donna Summer Show was great. Only one show on an 11 night cruise. So don't miss it if the show is available.
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FEBRUARY
Embarkation, long line to clear security, after that check in was quick and efficient. Once onboard, long lines and crowds everywhere. Tried to have lunch at the Surfside Grill but we were turned away because it was completely full. Finally able to get the app connected so we could book entertainment reservations. Donna Summer, Noise Boys and the Price is Right were all SOLD OUT! This was at 1:00pm on the first day. Tried the Kiosk and was unable to get it to work. Heard an announcement to go to the Prima Theater to make reservations. Long lines in the theater with no signage about where to go. Someone gave us a sheet with the shows and told us only 1 show left, the 6:30 Donna Summer so we booked that. Stateroom, 9772 balcony. Room was nicely decorated and we really liked the open design. Large bathroom and shower for a cruise ship. The room was sold as an unrestricted balcony but our view was obstructed. Our balcony was right above one of the shops on deck 8. Could not look down and see the ocean. Some noise issues late at night when workers were moving things around in the shops. Food, menu in main restaurants does not change and is limited. Only ate dinner there twice. First time was very disappointing. The Mahi tasted fishy and the Fish and Chips had excessive breading and were very greasy. The second time was better. Excellent service and our meals were much better. The Seaside Grill buffet was too small for this size ship. Always crowded, difficult to find seating, even at off times. Cagney’s Steakhouse, not worth it, no flavor, steaks over cooked, poor service. Palomor was our best meal. Fish was properly cooked with lots of flavor and the service was excellent. Overall a very FRUSTRATING experience. We couldn’t see the shows we wanted, always waiting in line and trying to find a place to sit. The typical conversation with fellow passengers mainly consisted of complaints about the ship. I felt bad for the employees. They were trying but were constantly berated by unhappy guests and the ship appeared to be understaffed.
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FEBRUARY
We could have stayed at Great Stirrup Cay for a week. It was a fantastic destination and the best day we had, despite the rain shower. Biggest Pro: Our balcony cabin and Eugene best staff member ever!! Although we enjoyed our cruise and had a lot of fun unfortunately we were unimpressed with the Prima . The stand out was the food. 1. Menu in Main Dining never changed 2. It was difficult to determine complimentary vs. specialty as they were all mixed together. 3. Far more Specialty Dining than areas of complimentary food. Complimentary food areas had the same food you would find in the specialty restaurants. 4. After a day on shore there was nowhere to eat for hours other than the local bar and grill or room service. 5. Food was often cold. Biggest Con: Food Outdoor Deck space. During our adventure we were never able to find chairs to sit, relax, talk with friends or read. By 7am all chairs were taken. People were able to leave a towel and reserve their chairs for hours at a time even when they had not been near their chairs for hours, even on port days they were able to "save" a chair for when they returned from shore. That left those who chose to stay onboard nowhere to sit. Biggest Con: No time limit for time away from the chair allowing people to have a chair all day. Staff - when asking directions, your answer was pointing in the direction of your destination which was often incorrect. So confusing, even to find restrooms.
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FEBRUARY
The musical Summer was wonderful! It was the only entertainment we were able to attend. Offer more shows to accommodate the number of guests. Rating only the musical.
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JANUARY
This is a beautiful ship and has the framework to be something amazing. Sadly, we did not have that experience. We were not able to enjoy the amenities and venues offered on the ship. The racetrack, escape room, Price is Right, Syd Normans, and specialty dining were all sold out. Elevators were out of service, the internet connectivity was all but working, wedding day hair and makeup salon appointments were messed up, and 3 ports were cancelled due to weather. 1star for activities because while the ship offered a pleathers of activities, they were all booked up. 1star for ports because we never got to them. Granted the weather is not the ship’s fault, but no other offer of amusement or on board credit was made as compensation. I cannot in good faith recommend this ship when it failed to deliver all it promised.
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DECEMBER
Due to weather, only one port was accessible in our 7 days. Most ship activities were weather permitting- slides, go carts, games, and other outside activities were closed due to weather. When the weather was nice, there was not enough time to explore those activities without lines or paying. Little flexibility in ship on our revised days at sea, there were little extra programs. It would have been nice to see more social groups meet and greets, Trivia or other easy entertainment added when there is nothing to do outside. Also with 3/4 of our ports canceled I would have liked to see some sort of a credit to a future cruise, but they did not.
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DECEMBER
Feels more upscale than the breakaway plus class of ship, but feels smaller, and has 1000 people less. Restaurants are very good, especially Hudsons, which is at the back of the ship with alot of big windows Ship is very quiet and smooth, no vibrations like on older ships Shows were good but can be booked solid Learn to use the NCL app, and you can sign up for standby for the shows, works very well
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SEPTEMBER
Love the itinerary, great staff attentive, rooms spacious, large Bathroom, Needs more drawer storage. Long walk to elevators if you are on the aft of ship, as the elevator for the Haven is private. Need to change the menu in the free restaurants daily, and different menus in the other restaurants. Room Steward Arminio - Outstanding. Bartenders,Metropolitan - Chocolate Cowboy & Lovely could not have been better, remembered your drink, crafted specialty cocktails, so personable.
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