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All about the Norwegian Sky
The Norwegian Sky was built in 1999. It was renovated in 2019. It's considered a small size ship. Coming in at 848 ft long and 123 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 2.4 football fields, as wide as 2.3 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 8-story building. The Norwegian Sky will leave the fleet in 2026.
Norwegian Sky Overview
- Ship and Passengers
- Food and Restaurants
- Bars and Drinks
- Pools and Hot Tubs
- Ship Features and Activities
- Cruise Costs
- Onboard Costs
Norwegian Sky Size and Passengers
The Sky can hold 2,004 based on double occupancy (two people per room) and more when you take into account 3rd and 4th passengers. When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, the Sky has a space ratio of 38. Depending on the ship, this number can range from 30 to 52 (with a bigger number meaning more space per person) so this ship's space-to-person ratio is about average.
| Norwegian Sky | |
|---|---|
| Class | Sun |
| Gross Tonnage | 77,104 |
| Length | 848 |
| Beam/Width | 123 |
| Passenger Decks | 8 |
| Passengers (double occupancy) | 2,004 |
| Crew | 899 |
| Passenger to Crew Ratio | 2.2 |
| Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger) | 38 |
Norwegian Sky Space Ratio
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The Sky is one of two Sun Class ships currently sailing with Norwegian. The Sky is very similar to its sister-ships; Sun, although each ship may have some differences.
Norwegian Sky Food and Restaurants
Food is a big part of any cruise, and there will plenty on the Norwegian Sky. You have eight different dining options to choose from. Of those options, four are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other four options have an additional fee. Some of those options are a set price and some have a la carte menu pricing. Only 50% of the dining options are included meaning you might spend more while on the ship due to the additional fees.
| Restaurant | Restaurant Type | Type of Food | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Included | |||
| Main Dining Room | Sit down | Dinner | |
| The Great Outdoors | Quick serve | American | |
| The Local | Sit down | American | |
| Topsiders Bar & Grill | Quick serve | American | |
| A la carte | |||
| Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar | Sit down | Sushi | |
| Flat fee | |||
| Cagney's Steakhouse | Sit down | Steakhouse | |
| La Cucina Italian | Sit down | Italian | |
| Le Bistro French | Sit down | French | |
Norwegian Sky Bars and Drinks
Norwegian Sky has 9 different bars and lounges where you can enjoy a beer or cocktail.
| Bar | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Atrium Bar | Deck 7 | See Menu |
| Bliss Ultra Lounge | Deck 6 | |
| Champs Bar | Deck 12 | |
| Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar | Deck 12 | |
| Spinnaker Lounge | Deck 11 | |
| Starbucks | Deck 7 | See Menu |
| Sugarcane Mojito Bar | Deck 6 | See Menu |
| The Local Bar | Deck 11 | See Menu |
| Topside Bar | Deck 11 |
Alcohol is not included in the base price of this cruise ship. To see if you would save money with a drink package, try our Drink Package Calculator.
Norwegian also serves the Coca-cola family of products. That means Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and Barqs Root Beer, although the selection can vary by ship.
Pools and Hot Tubs on Norwegian Sky
Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day in a pool, a cruise might not be the right choice. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.
The Norwegian Sky has a total of two pools and five hot tubs.
| Norwegian Sky | |
|---|---|
| Total Pools | 2 |
| - Pools - General Access | 2 |
| - Pools - Adults Only | |
| - Pools - Exclusive | |
| Total Hot Tubs | 5 |
| - Hot Tubs - General Access | 5 |
| - Hot Tubs - Adults Only | |
| - Hot Tubs - Exclusive |
Norwegian Sky Features and Activities
There are quite a few things to do on the Sky. These are the main amenities that are available. Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.
| Norwegian Sky | |
|---|---|
| Arcade | A la carte |
| Basketball | Included |
| Casino | A la carte |
| Fitness Center | Included |
| Jogging Track | Included |
| Shows - musical review | Included |
| Spa | A la carte |
Cruise Costs
Norwegian is a mainstream cruise line. Mainstream cruise lines cater to a variety of guests, hoping to provide something for everyone. These typically cost about $100 - $350 per person per day.
Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year.
Norwegian Sky Onboard Costs
Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.
Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.
The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Norwegian ship.
| Norwegian | |
|---|---|
| Base Daily Gratuities* (Per Person Per Day) | $20.00 |
| Tip added to drinks & services | 20% |
| Soda Price | $3.50 |
| Domestic Beer Price | $7.50 See drink menus |
| Drink Package Price | 106 Learn more |
| Internet Plan | $29.99 - $39.99 per cabin per day, with $5 for each extra device |
| *Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates. | |
Norwegian Cruise Line offers a More at Sea fare. Through this program, guests receive open bar, a discount on excursions, some free internet, and some meals at specialty restaurants. If you book using this promotion, you'll be responsible for the gratuities on the dining and drink package. If you won't be using these options, booking a "sail away" rate that doesn't include the More at Sea benefits is considerably cheaper. Also, most of these benefits are the base packages; you can spend more to upgrade to better alcoholic drinks or faster/more wifi.
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