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
Norwegian Cruise Line · Contemporary cruise ship
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Overview
Experience on board
They were named through a public contest - a contestant submitted the name Norwegian Breakaway, which was announced on 14 September 2011. Norwegian Breakaway is best planned by matching the itinerary with the ship's dining rhythm, cabin choices, and sea-day pace. Before booking Norwegian Breakaway, compare what Norwegian Cruise Line includes in the fare with the extras you actually expect to use on board.
Who this ship is best for
Norwegian Breakaway suits travelers who want a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing with enough structure to compare cabins, onboard rhythm, and itinerary fit before booking. It is also useful for cruisers who prefer to plan port days and ship days together instead of treating the vessel as only transportation. Couples prioritizing dining variety and evening shows often mesh well with Norwegian Breakaway, especially on port-light itineraries.
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Experience
- Norwegian Cruise Line ship profile for itinerary, cabin, and shore-day planning.
- Ship focus
- Contemporary cruise ship
Highlights
- Balances Norwegian Cruise Line dining and entertainment signatures on Norwegian Breakaway.
- Compare Norwegian Breakaway with other Norwegian Cruise Line ships in our directory before you lock a fare.
- Use SeaDays to align cabin choice with venues you will visit morning and night on Norwegian Breakaway.
- Pair Norwegian Breakaway with port-heavy itineraries when you want more culture ashore than sea-day lounging.
- Check muster, dining, and show bookings early on embarkation day to avoid peak queues on Norwegian Breakaway.
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