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Overview
The innovative Norwegian Joy cruise ship offers tasty buffet options, choice cuts of Angus beef, delicious pasta, French cuisine, grills, on-the-go choices, a variety of casual cafés and other exciting culinary pleasures on board.
Race your friends on Norwegian Joy's iconic electric go-kart track, or take a day at the AquaPark; and that's just where the fun starts!
World-class entertainment is also on board, featuring ELEMENTS, a triple threat performance that captures the essences of Earth, Air, Fire and Water.
Whether you are in it for all the activities, or simply looking for a place to relax, Norwegian Joy has it all.
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godfather
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
Deck 20
Deck 19
Deck 18
Deck 17
Deck 16
Deck 15
Deck 14
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Oct 5, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
Once more I see why I remain with Norwegian. For a large ship, it has been designed to feel like a smaller one with numerous alternative areas inside and out to relax in. As always, buffet and free restaurants offer choice as well as free specialty ones for repeat sailers. Getting on and off has been better organized so not laborious. Lots of shows and great excursions that begin at more reasonable times.
Pros: Almost everything.Great newer ship with more dedicated sundecks and inside observation areas.
Cons: For those wanting wifi, still bit spotty and tech not always available
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Sep 13, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
We went on the cruise my husband and I , brother and sister in law. We loved the cruise.
Pros: Lots of entertainment
Cons: We had booked hop on hop off. We only road on the bus.
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Mar 25, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
We had an overall wonderful experience aboard the Joy. The ship is beautiful, including the cabin and all its venues. The service was great! The food was, as expected, much better in the main dinning and specialty restaurants as oppose to the buffet which lacked some good fish (there was mainly tilapia) and red meat, mostly chicken and pork. The night shows in the theatre were spectacular! The pool unfortunately is way too small for a ship this size. The Atrium, where a lot of the games happen, also runs out of space as it gets packed.
Pros: Ship design and ambiance, service, newly renovated Mandara Spa, spacious bathroom (club family balcony), evening shows
Cons: Pool too small, lack of trash can throughout the ship
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
4
Staff
5
Itinerary
4
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Sep 14, 2023
5 out of 5 stars
A nice ship that will be made even better with the upcoming refurbishment.
Pros: I've been on the Encore twice and this ship was an older version that's scheduled for and update within the year. Food, entertainment and stateroom was typical NCL nice
Cons: The first 2 stops (Boston and Portland Maine) were deleted and we lost a day of the cruise because of a Hurricane by Bermuda where the ship came from. Some of the tours needed better on shore leadership via signs- it was confusing without the normal signs on shore
Accommodations
4
Activities
4
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Jun 5, 2023
5 out of 5 stars
This was our second trip to Bermuda on the Norwegian Joy. That alone should tell you what we think of the ship, the service and the destination!
Pros: Everything we needed and more
Cons: None
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Jan 23, 2023
5 out of 5 stars
We have been on Joy twice now to 2 different locations. We love this ship. It's big enough to not feel crowded with the amount of people onboard. Great entertainment. Great bars. Great pool & upper shaded pool area. Absolutely great staff as always on NCL.
Pros: big enough to not feel crowded.
Cons: none
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Featuring two beds that convert to a queen and a sofa bed - some also include an additional pullman bed. With a private balcony, These Club Balcony Suites also offer amazing views. Accommodates: 2-4 Total Approx. Size: 329 - 439 sq. ft. Balcony Size:...
A Sail Away Club Balcony Suite guarantees a Club Balcony Suite 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....
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Deck 18Located in the Haven, these Suites offer amazing ocean views and a spacious balcony. They include a king-size bed, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Accommodates: 6 Total Approx. Size: 1459 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 488 sq. ft.
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Deck 17These luxury Villas located in the Haven provide the ideal retreat for the family. Featuring two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a double sofa bed, additional bedding and two bathrooms, they offer stunning views from the large b...
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Deck 18Perfect for the family, these Villas are located in the Haven and feature two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed, the other with a double sofa bed, plus additional bedding and two bathrooms. Accommodates: 6 Total Approx. Size: 538 sq. ft. Balcony Siz...
Located in the Haven, these Penthouses feature a king-size bed and a double sofa bed, two bathrooms and incredible views from the spacious, aft-facing balcony. Plus, a concierge and 24-hour butler attend to your every wish. Accommodates 4. Total Appr...
Perfect for families. Located mid-ship with easy access to everything, these Club Balcony Suites feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, sofa bed, additional bedding for 1, and a private balcony. Accommodates: 4. Total Approx. Size:...
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Deck 18These Penthouses located in the Haven feature a king-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to three guests. Admire the spectacular ever-changing views from the balcony. Accommodates 3. Total Approx. Size: 324 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 53 sq....
Pamper yourself in luxury and exceptional service in The Haven. Enjoy the spectacular views from the forward-facing balcony, a king-size bed and a double or single sofa bed to accommodate up to four guests, plus a dining area. Accommodates 3 - 4. Tot...
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Deck 15With enough room for the entire family, these spacious suites offer amazing forward-facing views and are close to the action of the upper decks. These suites feature a king-size bed and have access to The Haven. Accommodates 5. Total Approx. Size: 50...
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Deck 14With access to the Haven, these spacious accommodations feature a large balcony, King bed, Murphy bed, and private balcony. Accommodates: 4 Total Approx. Size: 381 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 61 sq. ft.
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Deck 14These suites offer a King bed and a double sofabed. Accommodates: 2-3 Total Approx. Size: 339 - 342 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 65 - 68 sq. ft.
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Deck 8These staterooms offer incredible views from the large balcony, two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding to sleep one or two more.Accommodates: 3-4 Total Approx. Size: 331 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 155 sq. ft.
Enjoy easy access to all the delicious dining and exciting activities on board from your stateroom that includes two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and additional bedding for up to 2 guests. Accommodates: 2-4 Total Approx. Size: 214 - 36...
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Deck 8A 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. Ac...
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. Accommodates: 2-3 Total Approx. Size: 216 - 426 sq. ft. Balcony Size: 40 - 149 sq. ft.
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Deck 5Perfect for families, these staterooms include two single beds that convert to a queen and additional bedding that can accommodate three guests. Sleeps up to five. Accommodates: 4-5 Total Approx. Size: 240 - 372 sq. ft.
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Deck 5These staterooms feature a large picture window and two single beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Accommodates: 2 Total Approx. Size: 160 - 245 sq. ft.
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Deck 5A 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 em...
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Deck 5These staterooms feature a large round window and a queen-size bed. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travelers. Accommodates: 1. Total Approx. Size: 151 - 237 sq. ft.
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Deck 5These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Accommodates: 2-4 Total Approx. Size: 135-201 sq. ft.Note: This category is similar to booking a Guarantee category. Cruise line reserves the right to change your ca...
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Deck 5A Sail Away Inside stateroom guarantees an Inside category or better! Please note that your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. Accommodates: 2-4 Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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