Signature highlights
The ship features outdoor pools, a casino, Mandara Spa, a fitness center, outdoor walking areas, the Stardust Theater, and lounges including Spinnaker and Bliss Ultra Lounge.
Norwegian Sky
Norwegian Sky is a 1,944-guest Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 1999. This page collects its itineraries, ports of call and technical specifications. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Short-cruise travelers
✓ Families wanting youth and teen facilities
✓ Guests who prefer many included dining choices
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Norwegian Sky at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 68%
A mid-size ship at 77,104 gross tons — #178 of 566 ships we track. 40 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Short-cruise travelers
- Families wanting youth and teen facilities
- Guests who prefer many included dining choices
- Travelers who enjoy classic theater and lounge entertainment
- Cruisers seeking a compact ship layout
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting large water parks
- Guests seeking extensive balcony cabin selection
- Cruisers wanting a dedicated solo cabin complex
- Travelers expecting many upscale specialty restaurants
- Guests who prefer a newly built ship
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: AGATTI
13.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Norwegian Sky
Norwegian Sky is a compact Norwegian Cruise Line ship built in 1999 and refurbished in 2024. Its smaller scale creates a more relaxed atmosphere than NCL’s newer megaships, while still offering pools, a casino, a fitness center, spa, theater entertainment, multiple restaurants, and balcony, ocean-view, inside, and suite accommodations. With 1,944 guests at double occupancy and 1,002 staterooms, it is well suited to travelers who prefer a traditional ship layout and a broad range of ports and onboard venues without the crowds of a much larger vessel.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Builder / shipyard
- Bremer Vulkan A.G. (hull); Lloyd Werft, Bremerhaven, Germany (completion)
- Registry / flag
- Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- C6PZ8
- IMO number
- 9128532
- MMSI
- 308865000
- Previous names
- Pride of Aloha (2004–2008); originally ordered as Costa Olympia, but not completed under that name
Onboard Experience
For families
Splash Academy provides supervised youth programming with creative activities, themed events, sports, and group sitting options. The ship also has a children’s pool with a waterfall and nearby hot tub, plus a video arcade.
Pools, spa & wellness
Mandara Spa offers massage and other specialty treatments, while the fitness center and outdoor track provide additional exercise options.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 12
Cagney's Steakhouse Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar Champs Bar Splashes Children's Pool Shuffleboard Golf Driving Nets Basketball/Volleyball CourtDeck 11
Garden Café The Great Outdoors The Local Bar & Grill La Cucina Topsiders Bar & Grill Spinnaker Lounge Spa & Salon/Fitness Center Pools Hot Tubs Entourage Teen Club Ice Cream BarDeck 7
Stardust Theater Atrium Bar Casino Sky Club Starbucks Splash Academy Youth Center Video Arcade Stardust Lounge (Balcony) Gift Shops Art Gallery ATM Tradewinds Tax & Duty Free Oceanview Sail Away Oceanview Family Inside Inside Sail Away InsideDeck 6
Sugarcane Mojito Bar Bliss Ultra Lounge Stardust Theater Jogging Track Meeting Rooms Mark Twain Library Photo Gallery Internet Café Gift Shops Oceanview Sail Away Oceanview Inside Sail Away InsideDeck 5
Crossings Palace Le Bistro Guest Services Shore Excursions CruiseNext Desk Restaurant Reservations Oceanview Sail Away Oceanview Family Inside Inside Sail Away InsideDeck 3
Medical CenterView the official Norwegian Sky deck plans from Norwegian Cruise Line →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Balcony | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner's Suite with Large BalconyCategory SA. | Suite | 4 | 835 sq ft | 353 sq ft | 5 | 8, 9 |
| Aft-Facing Penthouse with Master Bedroom & Large BalconyCategory SD. | Suite | 6 | 561-584 sq ft | 197 sq ft | 4 | 8, 9, 10 |
| Forward-Facing Penthouse with Large BalconyCategory SE; accommodates three to five guests. | Suite | 4 | 558-561 sq ft | 197-238 sq ft | 5 | 8, 9 |
| Penthouse with BalconyCategory SH. | Suite | 1 | 402 sq ft | — | 3 | 10 |
Dining, bars & venues
15 included 6 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Crossings
Included
One of Norwegian Sky's two main dining rooms.
Palace
Included
Main dining room serving changing menus.
Le Bistro
Extra cost
French specialty restaurant with its entrance on Deck 6.
Garden Café
Included
Indoor buffet restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Great Outdoors
Included
Open-air buffet and casual dining area.
The Local Bar & Grill
Included
Casual pub-style eatery with burgers, sandwiches and other comfort food.
La Cucina
Extra cost
Italian specialty restaurant.
Cagney's Steakhouse
Extra cost
Specialty steakhouse serving steaks and seafood.
Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar
Extra cost
Specialty lounge offering sushi and drinks.
Bars & lounges
Sugarcane Mojito Bar
Varies
Bar specializing in freshly prepared mojitos.
Bliss Ultra Lounge
Varies
Nightclub and late-evening lounge.
Atrium Bar
Varies
Bar located in the central atrium.
Sky Club
Varies
Casino-area bar.
Starbucks
Extra cost
Licensed coffee shop.
Topsiders Bar & Grill
Varies
Poolside bar and grill.
Spinnaker Lounge
Varies
Lounge with views, music and a dance floor.
Champs Bar
Varies
Pool-area bar.
History & sister ships
- 1999Entered service, built by Bremer Vulkan A.G. (hull); Lloyd Werft, Bremerhaven, Germany (completion).
- 2013The ship received a refurbishment that updated public areas and guest accommodations.
- 2019A bow-to-stern renovation refreshed the dining rooms, buffet, specialty restaurants and suites and added venues including The Local Bar & Grill, La Cucina, Sugarcane Mojito Bar, Bliss Ultra Lounge, Spinnaker Lounge, Starbucks and Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar.
Other Sun Class ships
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Norwegian Sky FAQ
What flag does Norwegian Sky sail under?
Norwegian Sky is registered in Bahamas.
How many passengers does Norwegian Sky hold?
Norwegian Sky carries about 1,944 guests with roughly 899 crew.
How old is Norwegian Sky?
Norwegian Sky entered service in 1999 and was last refurbished in 2024.
How big is Norwegian Sky?
At 77,104 gross tons and 258 m long, Norwegian Sky is a mid-size ship — larger than 68% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Norwegian Sky?
Resort-casual clothing is the norm. Guests may dress up on optional dress-up evenings, while shirts, footwear and appropriate coverage are expected in dining venues.
Which dining venues are included?
Crossings, Palace, Garden Café, The Great Outdoors and The Local Bar & Grill are listed as complimentary dining venues. Le Bistro, La Cucina, Cagney's Steakhouse and Pinnacle Lounge and Sushi Bar are specialty venues with charges.
Are gratuities required on Norwegian Sky?
NCL applies service charges according to the booking and stateroom terms. Additional charges or gratuities can apply to beverages, specialty dining, spa and salon services, and other individually billed services.
Is Wi-Fi available onboard?
Wi-Fi and an Internet Café are available onboard. Internet access is a separately billed service unless covered by a selected package or promotion.
Is Norwegian Sky accessible for guests with disabilities?
Accessible staterooms are available in limited numbers and include features such as wider doors, roll-in showers, shower benches, raised toilets and grab rails. Guests should request accessibility support before sailing.
What facilities are available for children and teens?
Splash Academy Youth Center serves children, Entourage Teen Club serves teens, and the ship also has a Video Arcade and Splashes Children's Pool.