The Norwegian Gem

Norwegian Gem

A Calender

2007

A Weight

93,530

A Ruler

295 Meters

A Gauge

25 Knots

Stick people

2,394 Guests

People

1,070 Crew

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Your floating resort

The stylish Norwegian Gem is the perfect cruise ship for anyone wanting to experience an easy-going cruise holiday combined with fantastic onboard facilities. That's because it uses a "Freestyle" cruising concept, which allows you to dine in any number of restaurants, in casual attire, at times of your choosing.

With fantastic food, lovely pool areas, exciting and varied entertainment, and fabulous spa facilities, it's easy to see why Norwegian Gem is already a hugely popular choice for all. Her fabulous destinations include: The Bahamas and Florida, Bermuda, Canada and New England, the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, and more.

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Restaurants

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O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill

A relaxed neighbourhood sports pub on Deck 8, O'Sheehan's is where you can settle in for classic comfort food, from a Reuben sandwich to fish and chips.

It is open 24 hours, so you can pair chicken wings with a beer or cocktail on tap, catch the sport on the flat-screen TVs, then linger over billiards or darts.

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Bali Hai

Bali Hai Bar & Grill is your casual Deck 13 stop for poolside burgers, hot dogs and sea views. Come as you are, whether you are starting the day or recovering gracefully from the night before.

Between swims, settle in with the warm ocean breeze and a refreshing drink. Food is complimentary, though drinks may carry a charge.

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Garden Cafe

On Deck 12, Garden Café is your indoor buffet stop for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pick what suits your mood, whether that is a freshly prepared omelet to start the day or pasta made on the spot later on.

It is complimentary, so you can keep things easy, fill your plate and get on with the important business of enjoying the ship.

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Grand Pacific Restaurant

Grand Pacific is an elegant main dining room on Deck 6, serving traditional cuisine with ocean views. Settle in for anything from a five-course meal to a lighter, healthier entrée, with a broad wine selection alongside.

You can dine when it suits you, with no fixed sitting or assigned table. Reservations are not required, though checking onboard availability is a sensible move.

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Magenta

Magenta is a contemporary main dining room on Deck 6, serving multi-course menus that pair modern dishes with familiar classics.

With Freestyle Dining, you choose when to eat and who to sit with, rather than working around a fixed sitting. Check the onboard daily schedule for meal times, then bring your appetite and something a little more put-together than poolwear.

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The Great Outdoors

Fresh air, ocean views and something sizzling on the grill. The Great Outdoors is a casual outdoor buffet on Deck 12, serving made-to-order favourites including ribs, chicken, burgers and hot dogs, with sides to match.

Pick a poolside table, then let lunch take its sweet time. The dedicated Great Outdoors Bar is nearby for wine, beer or a cocktail.

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Topsiders Bar & Grill

Pool days call for food that knows exactly what it is doing. On Deck 12, Topsiders Bar & Grill serves made to order grilled treats, from burgers and hot dogs to ribs, chicken and properly British fish and chips.

Pull up by the Oasis Pool, order a drink from the full service bar and take your plate ocean side. All the fixings, none of the faff.

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Moderno Churrascaria

Come hungry, then let the passadores do the hard work. This Brazilian-style steakhouse on Deck 13 starts with a salad bar, where imported cheeses, olives, cured meats and ceviche are among the choices.

Save room for the main event: skewers of slow-roasted beef, pork, lamb and chicken, carved at your table. There are 12 meat types to work through, so booking ahead is a very sensible idea.

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La Cucina

For a relaxed Italian supper on Deck 12, La Cucina brings rustic, chic surroundings and pasta made with fresh ingredients. Go classic with spaghetti carbonara, or take your time over osso buco.

Save room for the affogato, where vanilla gelato meets hot espresso. Large tables and plenty of menu choice make this an easy pick when you are dining together. Book your speciality dining reservation before you sail, if you like a plan.

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Cagney's

When only a properly cooked steak will do, head aft on Deck 13 for Cagney’s. This American-style speciality restaurant pairs Premium Black Angus Beef and seafood with classic cocktails and an extensive wine list.

Choose your cut, from rib eye to filet mignon, then have it cooked exactly as you like it. Reservations are strongly recommended, so book via MyNCL, the app or onboard.

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Le Bistro

A proper French dinner on Deck 6, with classic décor and the sort of menu that makes choosing a challenge worth having. Go for Escargots à la Bourguignonne or Coq au Vin, then make room for a Poire Belle-Hélène.

Le Bistro is speciality dining, so it carries an extra charge unless your package covers it. Book before you sail through the NCL app or your account, and let dinner do the talking.

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The Orchid Garden

For an Asian Fusion meal with a little more ceremony than a quick bite, take your seat at Orchid Garden. Freshly prepared noodles, authentic soups and wok-fried dishes give you plenty to ponder before the chopsticks arrive.

You will find it on Deck 7, alongside Teppanyaki and the Sushi Bar. A useful stop when you fancy plated Asian dishes and a proper sit-down meal.

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Teppanyaki

Dinner gets a front row seat at this lively Japanese grill on Deck 7, where you share a table while chefs slice, dice, juggle and flip ingredients on a large steel grill. Expect shrimp, steak, chicken and fried rice, with garlic fried rice among the accompaniments.

This is dinner with a bit more theatre, so reserve your specialty dining in advance through MyNCL or the NCL app.

Bars and Lounges

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Atrium Bar

Atrium Bar

Right in the central Atrium on Deck 7, Atrium Bar is your easy-going stop for beer, wine, cocktails and a well-timed breather while the ship carries on around you.

Make a mid-day Bloody Mary your order of the day, or settle in for a late-night drink. Resort-casual works nicely here, though save the swimwear for the pool.

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Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar

Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar

Raise a glass in Magnum’s Champagne & Wine Bar, a Deck 6 spot that channels 1920s Parisian French Art Deco. Its look takes its cue from the grand liner Normandie, so you can swap the busy ship for a little old-school glamour.

Champagne and wine are the focus here, rather than a full dining menu. Eligible NCL beverage packages can be used at onboard bars, subject to their terms and exclusions.

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Maltings

Maltings

For a pre dinner drink or a quiet post dinner natter, Maltings is a polished London inspired bar on Deck 6, with seating beside the sea and room indoors too.

Settle in with beer, whiskey or another spirit, including whiskeys from around the world. It is an easy meeting point when you want good conversation with your ocean view.

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Spinnaker Lounge

Spinnaker Lounge

Spinnaker Lounge on Deck 13 is where you can take in panoramic sea views, catch up with friends and settle in with a cocktail. It is a relaxed spot by day, with plenty of room for a good natter.

Come evening, the music turns up and the stage becomes a dance floor. Lounge access and scheduled entertainment are included, while drinks are charged unless your fare says otherwise.

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Shakers Martini Bar

Shakers Martini Bar

A classic martini bar with a twist, Shaker's Martini & Champagne Bar on Deck 6 is where you join the martini crowd and let the evening find its footing.

Order a modern cocktail made to your liking, settle into the cosmopolitan atmosphere and keep an eye out for happy hour. Martinis first, sensible decisions later.

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Bliss Ultra Lounge & Night Club

Bliss Ultra Lounge & Night Club

When the evening calls for more than a quiet nightcap, head to Bliss Ultra Lounge on Deck 7. This high-energy spot pairs cocktails with custom loungers, cosy nooks and music that gives the night a proper pulse.

Stay late and you may find the DJ spinning after midnight, or take the mic for karaoke. When Bliss is running as the nightclub, it is for guests aged 18 and over. Entertainment is included, while cocktails may cost extra.

Activities & Entertainment

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Gem Casino

Gem Casino

When you fancy swapping sea views for a little suspense, Gem Casino on Deck 6 has reel and video slots, plus table games including blackjack and craps. It is the sort of place where you tell yourself one more go, then promptly test that theory.

A full-service bar is on hand when you need a breather. You must be 18 or over to play, so keep valid ID with you.

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Yin & Yang Spa

Yin & Yang Spa

Yin & Yang Spa is now known as Mandara Spa and Salon, a Deck 12 retreat for treatments, salon time and a proper switch-off.

The Thermal Suite has a thalassotherapy pool with massage jets, bubble loungers and countercurrents. Spa facilities are for guests aged 18 and over, so this is peace and quiet with rules to match.

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Pulse Fitness Centre

Pulse Fitness Centre

Pulse Fitness Centre on Deck 12 is where you can swap the sun lounger for a sea-view session. Technogym treadmills, bikes, rowers, weights and more face 270-degree ocean views, so even the hard work comes with a decent backdrop.

The gym is included, while some classes cost extra. You must be 16 or over, and can check class availability or book onboard at Pulse or the Mandara Spa reception.

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Tahitian-inspired Pool Area

Tahitian-inspired Pool Area

Deck 12 is where you can make a proper day of doing very little. The Tahitian-inspired Pool Area has two pools and four whirlpools, with some whirlpools set aside for adults when a little extra peace is the order of the day.

There is also a separate indoor kids' pool for younger swimmers. Grab a lounger, cool off between chapters, then check the onboard schedule, as pool opening arrangements can vary.

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Kids Clubs

Kids Clubs

Splash Academy on Deck 12 gives children aged 3 to 12 their own complimentary, adult-free space for creative play, sports competitions, themed adventures and parties. You can enjoy a quieter hour knowing the fun is very much their territory.

Teens aged 13 to 17 have Entourage nearby, with music, games and more. Register each child soon after boarding, as places are subject to availability.

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