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THE PERFECT FAMILY CRUISE? CHILD’S PLAY

Family Activities

Towering waterslides. Multiple swimming pools. Tubing and splash parks. Soak it all in. Take the plunge on some of the fastest drop slides at sea. Splash the day away in the interactive Kids' Aqua Park.

NCL Encore Family Pool Family in pool on Norwegian Encore
2016 Escape Lifestyle Photo Shoot Waterslide on Norwegian Escape
NCL Breakaway Activities Aqua Park Aqua Park on Norwegian Breakaway
NCL Getaway Activities Aqua Park Aqua Park on Norwegian Getaway
NCL Epic Activities Kids Pool Kids Pool on Norwegian Epic

The family that plays together stays together! From activities like the fan-favorite game show Music Mania to the brain-teasing Beat Your Bedtime to dance tournaments to sports competitions and more, you’ll have endless ways to make memories — and laughs — for the whole gang.

NCL Dawn Entertainment Wheel of Fortune Wheel Of Fortune on Norwegian Dawn
NCL Breakaway Family Mini Golf Mini Golf on Norwegian Breakaway
NCL Sky Activities Entourage Friends Dancing Friends Dancing
NCL Lifestyle Family Party White Outfit White Party
girl and counselor Arts and Crafts

Let them eat cake. And tacos. And steak. And sushi. You’ll find every cuisine imaginable on all of our ships, so there’s no such thing as a picky eater out here. Combine this with our famous buffet, our complimentary main dining rooms and more specialty dining meals with Free at Sea™, and you’ll be wishing there were more meals in a day. Best part, kids under 12 eat free at all of our restaurants!

NCL Prima Hudsons Group Waterfront dining on Norwegian Encore
NCL Prima Dining Family Indulge Blog Dining at Hudsons on Norwegian Prima
NCL Encore Onda by Scarpetta Women Family dining at Teppanyaki on Norwegian Getaway
NCL Breakaway Family Moderno Churrascaria Dining at Moderno Churrascaria on Norwegian Breakaway
NCL Breakaway Family Noodle Bar Family Noodle Bar

There’s something for everyone on all of our ships — families can stay busy from dusk till dawn, then wake up and start anew. Step into a virtual world at our video arcade, Galaxy Pavilion. Play nine holes of Mini Golf as you sail over the ocean.  Or simply play it up with sports like bocce ball and pickle ball to subsoccer and basketball. Together or apart, it’s always time for play time!

NCL Group Playing Beach Volleyball Group Playing Beach Volleyball
NCL Breakaway Family Mini Golf Family Playing Mini Golf
Girl in a relay race Family race
Galaxy Pavilion Enjoying Galaxy Pavilion on NCL Prima
Norwegian Cruise Line Friends playing Basketball

Ready to rev it up? Zoom around the only race tracks at sea. Ride the world’s first rollercoaster-waterslide hybrid. Fly down the dry slides or conquer the largest ropes course at sea. Zip line over the ocean, ascend the climbing wall, then rappel back down. If you’re feeling extra daring, venture out onto The Plank — a rush like no other. These activities give “action-packed” a whole new meaning.

Norwegian Aqua, Cruise Line Slidecoaster on Norwegian Aqua
NCL Harvest Caye Woman Ziplining Ziplining in Harvest Caye
NCL Escape Activities Walk the Plank Walk the Plank on Norwegian Escape
NCL Pearl Activities Climbing Wall Wall Climbing on Norwegian Pearl
Joy Speedway Go Kart racing

The enjoyment doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Take in family-friendly shows, Broadway entertainment and so much more. Or go for gold at live game shows like The Price Is RightPress Your Luck and Deal Or No Deal. Entertainment and excitement — we’ve got it all.

NCL Encore Entertainment Happy Hour Prohibition The Musical Happy Hour Prohibition The Musical
Hawaiian Dancers Hawaiian Dancer
Burn the Floor Tango Dancers Burn the Floor
NCL Entertainment Howl at the Moon Howl at the Moon
NCL Entertainment Elements Elements

IF YOU'RE GOING TO ACT LIKE A CHILD, COME ABOARD.

Complimentary Youth Clubs

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Guppies Program (6 months to under 4 years old)

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Splash Academy (Ages 3–12)

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Entourage (Ages 13–17)

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Group Babysitting

NOTE:  Splash Academy and Entourage services are offered on a first come, first served basis and require an onboard registration. We recommend you board as early as possible and register with the Youth Programs Staff either at Splash Academy or Entourage facilities. Norwegian Spirit does not offer Youth Programs.

BOOK NOW AND FOREVER ENJOY YOUR PEACE

Grown-Up Entertainment

While the kids are busy making new friends in their youth program, exploring the ship or even hitting their own "night club" it's time to indulge in me time. Wind down or act up — this time is yours.

NCL Pearl Bliss Ultra Lounge

Bars & Nightlife

NCL Prima Mandara Spa Couple

Mandara Spa

NCL Encore Vibe Beach Club

Adult-Only Spaces

GET UP AND STAY

Family Accommodations

The Haven® offers families an exclusive enclave with our most luxurious accommodations. Amenities include a 24-hour butler as well as a private sundeck, pool and restaurant.

The Haven Sundeck The Haven Sundeck
The Haven Premier Owner’s Suite with Large Balcony The Haven Suite
The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony The Haven Premiere Owner's Suite dining room
The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony The Haven Owner's Suite on Norwegian Encore
The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony Living Room The Haven on Norwegian Epic

Balcony staterooms provide an extra interior space, spectacular views, privacy and an outdoor space that serves as an extension of the room. They start at 200 square feet, sleep up to 4 and come with amenities like a TV, mini fridge and a coffee maker, plus a bonus spacious sitting area. You can also book connecting balcony staterooms, allowing plenty of room to roam while keeping the family close.

A couple relaxing in a Prima balcony stateroom Balcony stateroom on Norwegian Prima
NCL-Prima-Cruise-BalconySuite Balcony suite on Norwegian Prima
NCL Stateroom Pride of America Balcony Large Balcony B6 Bedroom Large Balcony Stateroom on Pride of America
NCL Stateroom Pearl Balcony Solo Balcony BT Bedroom Solo Balcony on Norwegian Pearl
Norwegian Sky Balcony Balcony on Norwegian Sky

These family-size accommodations place you near all the kid-friendly action, including our complimentary youth programs and the pool deck. Wake up to brilliant views from your sliding glass doors, grab coffee on the balcony and kick back in the living and dining area. Be sure to call for butler and concierge service anytime you like. 574 sq. ft.* of space includes a double bed a double sofa bed and a Murphy bed.

*Accommodates up to six guests.

NCL Stateroom Prima Club Balcony Suite Forward Facing Club Balcony Suite with Large Balcony M2 Bedroom Side View Norwegian Prima Club Balcony Suite
Norwegian Sun 2018 Refurbishments Family Balcony on Norwegian Sun
Ocean View stateroom on Norwegian Bliss Norwegian Bliss stateroom
NCL Viva Stateroom Suite Norwegian Viva Suite
NCL Stateroom Prima Balcony Family Balcony B4 Bedroom Family Balcony on Norwegian Prima

For larger groups (or larger kids), our 2-bedroom suites are the perfect solution. Features a large private balcony, a spacious dining area (ask your butler to organize a feast!) and two bedrooms — one with a king-size bed and walk in-closet and one with two lower convertible beds. Sleeps up to 6 guests.

Family Suite with Large Balcony Norwegian Aqua Family Suite
2-Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Balcony Two bedroom Family Suite on Norwegian Jade
The Haven 2 Bedroom Villa Bathroom The Haven 2 Bedroom Family Suite on Norwegian Jewel
The Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa with Large Balcony The Haven 2 Bedroom Family Villa on Norwegian Encore
Norwegian Jade - 2 Bedroom Family Villa - Category H6 Two bedroom Family Suite on Norwegian Jade
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