Adrian The Cruise and Travel Guy
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Norwegian Spirit Might Be The Best Old Cruise Ship Ever
Melbourne PortAustralia CountryNew Zealand CountryNorwegian Cruise Line Cruise LinePrincess Cruises Cruise LineRoyal Caribbean Cruise LineSydney PortNorwegian Spirit Cruise Ship
Norwegian Spirit is back in Australian waters - but this is not your typical cruise ship. In this in-depth review, I take you onboard Norwegian Spirit to see whether this smaller, premium, adult-focused cruise ship really delivers calm, refined cruising without the chaos of today’s mega-ships. NOTE: I travelled as a guest of Norwegian Cruise Line. After sailing Norwegian Spirit between Melbourne and Sydney, and with a previous longer sailing under my belt, I break down exactly what cruising with Norwegian Cruise Line in Australia is like - from cabins and dining to service, entertainment, pricing, and who this ship is actually designed for. ➡️ Watch my 2024 Norwegian Spirit Review here: https://youtu.be/-IGYgKJr_qM ➡️ Watch my Norwegian Spirit Walk Through Tour here: https://youtu.be/Oh1sln2WCkg ➡️ Watch my Norwegian Spirit Balcony Cabin Tour here: https://youtu.be/8hXY4Atm5K8 Built in 1998 but transformed by a massive US$100 million refit, Norwegian Spirit feels like a ship from a bygone era - in the best possible way. With no waterslides, no kids’ clubs, and a clear focus on premium experiences for adults, this ship offers something very different to Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, and other mainstream cruise lines sailing locally. In this video, I cover: • What makes Norwegian Spirit different from modern megaships • The onboard atmosphere and adult-focused design • Cabin size, layout, and comfort • Dining across complimentary and specialty restaurants • Service quality and overall cruise experience • Entertainment, bars, lounges, and deck spaces • Norwegian Cruise Line’s Free at Sea inclusions and pricing structure • How Norwegian Spirit compares to other premium cruise lines • Future Norwegian Spirit itineraries from Australia, including Tasmania cruises Norwegian Spirit is positioned as premium cruising curated for adults - crafted for calm. It’s ideal for couples, solo travellers, and experienced cruisers who value atmosphere, space, and refined service over waterslides and high-energy attractions. However, it’s not for everyone, and I explain exactly who will love this ship - and who probably won’t. Looking ahead, Norwegian Spirit is set to return for future Australian and New Zealand seasons, including roundtrip sailings from Sydney and Norwegian Cruise Line’s first-ever Tasmania Taster cruises. These shorter sailings will give local cruisers a rare chance to experience Norwegian Spirit without committing to a long fly-cruise itinerary. If you’re considering a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise in Australia, New Zealand, or Tasmania, this review will help you decide if Norwegian Spirit is the right ship for your travel style. 👉 Would you cruise Norwegian Spirit? Or do you prefer larger ships with more onboard attractions? Let me know in the comments - I read every one - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛳️ My website hosts one of the world's most powerful cruise search engines where you can research and even book your next cruise or land holiday. Take a look here: www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛒 Shop my Amazon Cruise Essentials here: https://www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au/cruise-essentials - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🤳🏼 Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/thecruiseandtravelguy www.instragram.com/thecruiseandtravelguy 0:00 Introduction 0:17 What is Norwegian Spirit 0:52 Refined Cruising 1:40 Norwegian Spirit Itineraries 2:27 Balcony Cabin 3:09 Who is Norwegian Spirit For? 4:21 Dining on Norwegian Spirit 6:44 Entertainment on Norwegian Spirit 7:55 Pools on Norwegian Spirit 8:21 What is NCL Free at Sea 9:20 Norwegian Spirit Australian Cruises 10:13 Who Competes? 10:28 Final Thoughts 10:55 Michael’s Moment 12:35 Bloopers Music by Master Planned Music