Norwegian Breakaway is a cruise ship of Norwegian Cruise Line. It, along with Norwegian Getaway, are the first two ships in "Project Breakaway" ordered by Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Breakaway entered service in 2013. Norwegian Breakaway is a Breakaway-class cruise ship operated by Norwegian Cruise Line. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Norwegian Breakaway with other Norwegian Cruise Line ships before booking.
Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Ship Guide
Norwegian Cruise Line · Breakaway-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Breakaway
- Entered service
- 2013
- Gross tonnage
- 145,655 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 3,963 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,657
- Length
- 323 m
- Beam
- 37 m
What makes this ship notable
Norwegian Breakaway is a cruise ship of Norwegian Cruise Line. It, along with Norwegian Getaway, are the first two ships in "Project Breakaway" ordered by Norwegian Cruise Line. They were named through a public contest - a contestant submitted the name Norwegian Breakaway, which was announced on 14 September 2011.
Highlights
- Norwegian Breakaway is a cruise ship of Norwegian Cruise Line.
- It, along with Norwegian Getaway, are the first two ships in "Project Breakaway" ordered by Norwegian Cruise Line.
- They were named through a public contest - a contestant submitted the name Norwegian Breakaway, which was announced on 14 September 2011.
Practical planning
Use Norwegian Breakaway’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Norwegian Cruise Line for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Norwegian Breakaway in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Breakaway is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line.
When did Norwegian Breakaway enter service?
Norwegian Breakaway entered service in 2013.
What class is Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Breakaway is a Breakaway-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Norwegian Breakaway carry?
Catalog capacity is 3,963 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Norwegian Breakaway?
Verified catalog specs list Norwegian Breakaway at 145,655 GT, 323 m long, 37 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Norwegian Breakaway?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
Related ships
- Norwegian Getaway cruise ship guide
- Norwegian Luna cruise ship guide
- Norwegian Aqua cruise ship guide
- Norwegian Viva cruise ship guide
- Norwegian Prima cruise ship guide
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