See Inside Norwegian Cruise Line's New $1.1 Billion Cruise Ship

June 2024 · 2 minute read

Norwegian Cruise Line's newest cruise ship — the Norwegian Prima — is finally ready for revenue sailings in the US five years after it was first announced.

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And while it's not the biggest new vessel we've seen over the last few years, the 18-deck cruise liner certainly has enough amenities to keep travelers of all ages entertained.

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In 2017, Norwegian announced its new Prima class, a group of six ships that will be delivered from 2022 to 2027 starting with this eponymous ship that cost more than $1 billion to build.

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And when it first opened for bookings in 2021, the Prima quickly became Norwegian's "most in-demand ship ever" after it saw record number of bookings within the first day and week, the cruise line announced in 2021.

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With all its onboard amenities, it's easy to see why travelers have flocked to this new ship.

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In a bid to attract families, the Prima has a long list of activities and amenities for travelers of all ages, whether it be the water park for children …

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… the go-kart track for the whole family …

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… or the spa and adults only lounge for parents.

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The heart of the new ship is the Penrose Atrium on deck six, an airy and modern three-story gathering space that branches into bars, the casino, and the Prima Theater for live shows.

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Back to the atrium and up its stairs, cruise goers will find themselves on deck seven, the home of one of Prima's Starbucks outposts and a glass walking bridge.

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