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Overview Life aboard the Norwegian Wind
 is a breeze with a wide array of activities, dining and entertainment, this ship offers a cruise experience that appeals to guests of all ages who want a casual and relaxing holiday. Active passengers find plenty to do, including a 24-hour fitness center and an ambitious shore excursion program that features snorkeling and diving (even in Alaska!), hiking, kayaking and biking. NCL's top-notch entertainment offerings include three production shows. Mysterious. Magical. Remote. If this is what quickens your pulse, let Norwegian transport you beyond the sun and sea to lands that can do as much for your soul as for your tan. The Goddess Pele rumbles atop Kilauea in Hawaii. Waterfalls plunge into blue lagoons. Beaches are ringed by sapphire waters and palms wave aloha in the breeze. The Norwegian Wind is the only luxury ship to offer round-trip cruises from Honolulu. Or perhaps you'd prefer to see the man-made wonder of the Panama Canal. We offer several itineraries between California and Florida in fall or spring. The fact is no one is better suited to transport you to these exotic adventure destinations than Norwegian Cruise Line.
Experience Hawaii's spectacular scenery from the expansive terraces and walkways of Norwegian Wind. The restaurants, the lounges, even the fitness center present panoramic views of the open sea. In almost every stateroom, a picture window or a floor-to-ceiling window puts Hawaii at your feet. The 1,748-passenger Norwegian Wind is the sister ship of Norwegian Dream. From the moment you step aboard this charming, elegant vessel and into the circular marble lobby you know you can expect a relaxed yet refined cruising experience. Walls of glass and spacious open decks bring the world around you to your fingertips. There is plenty of space in which to roam, jog or just sit and enjoy the sun, including a multi-level sun deck area around the pool which is wonderfully sheltered from the wind when at sea. The open deck space is especially advantageous for scenic cruising in Hawaii when you'll want to be at the rail without being crowded. Intimate nooks in the Rendezvous Bar will entice you to indulge in a romantic interlude. Try your luck in the casino, enjoy a fabulous show in the comfortable Stardust Lounge, or dance the night away in the Dazzles disco. Norwegian Wind has some idiosyncrasies since being stretched that include walking through public rooms and up and down stairs to get from one end to the other, but it makes it more fun to find your way around. Shop, workout in the fitness center, indulge in a massage, zap some golf balls or toss some baskets. It's all here for your pleasure. And the kids will like it too. Especially the video arcade and the special programs available for both youngsters and teens. Many changes have been implemented onboard Norwegian Wind since NCL introduced the "Freestyle Cruising" concept which includes flexible dining with multiple restaurants, increased entertainment options, improved casino services, increased staffing, flexible debarkation arrangements an a resort-casual dress code. People may get a little heftier as they grow older - but ships? This one, like her identical sister, the Norwegian Dream, did! Born as a 39,000-tonner in 1993, the "Wind" gained over 11 thousand gross tons when a 130-foot section was fitted to her midship in 1998. The procedure worked marvels - she gained twelve comfortable, balconied suites and scores of new staterooms; two more whirlpools; another restaurant; a larger casino and a more streamlined look to boot!
Public rooms Interiors have a contemporary ambiance that is informally elegant through the use of quality fabrics in pastels and muted shades, fine woods, artwork and marble. Lots of glass walls afford views of the sea and ports. There is no multi-level atrium -the attractive lobby/reception area on Promenade Deck has a Nordic feel with blue and gray decor, marble and art deco accents. The ship underwent a "chop and stretch" in 1998 that added 251 cabins and new and enlarged public rooms. As a result of the stretching, however, the Four Seasons Restaurant was expanded to encompass the entire width of the ship, so guests in 86 cabins situated forward of the Four Seasons have to walk through the dining room to get to the Rendezvous Bar and other public spaces on their deck, or use another one to bypass the dining room. Similarly, on Star Deck, passengers on forward cabins need to traverse the Stardust Lounge (which may be closed for shows or rehearsals) or use another deck to get across. The ship absorbs the post-stretch increased guest numbers well, but had a less spacious feel than before the stretching during a couple of cold, rainy days in Alaska when everyone wanted to be indoors. The two-level Stardust Lounge features a proscenium stage for revues including the Sea Legs Circus at Sea, starring Olympians from around the world. Sightlines are good from most seats. Lucky's, a horseshoe-shaped piano bar with a dance floor is one of the most popular lounges on board for a drink after the show. The Observatory Lounge with its floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides is a great perch for watching the Alaska wilderness or Caribbean sunsets; for people watching, the Rendezvous Lounge is best. The 24-hour Internet Cafe is equipped with four computer terminals (cost is 75 cents per minute). This facility, however, took away the space that had been devoted to a library, which now consists of only two small bookshelves on the walls leading to the Internet Cafe. Plans are to add more bookshelves during dry dock in September. There is no self-service launderette; laundry and dry cleaning are available for a fee. Fitness and Reacreation The Steiner spa on Sports Deck has seven rooms for European-style treatments, sauna and a 24-hour gym with state-of-the-art exercise equipment including five bikes, four treadmills and four stairsteppers. The main pool has a multi-level sun deck area that is sheltered from the wind (nice in Alaska). Additionally, there is a second outdoor pool, twin Jacuzzis, a basketball/volleyball court, jogging track, golf-driving net, and Ping-Pong. This ship has extensive fitness facilities for its size. A small two-room gym is filled with up-to-date equipment and has a view. In the Mandara Spa there are massage rooms, a sauna and Balinese inspired treatments are available. A full-size basketball court on the Sun Deck, a golf driving range, jogging track and aerobics classes scheduled throughout the day complete the program. Midship a large pool with a terraced deck is recessed and protected against the wind. A smaller pool, aft, attracts those seeking more seclusion. The active set will appreciate NCL's new "Sports Afloat" programs featuring water sports, volleyball, basketball, golf, scuba diving, and snorkeling to name a few. The expansion and restoration of the Wind means slightly bigger and much better facilities including a full-sized basketball/volleyball court, golf driving range, jogging track, and brand new weight training equipment and cardiovascular machines. So join a volleyball tournament, shoot some hoops, or go for a jog. Afterwards head for the sauna and treat yourself to a massage or facial. You'll have ample opportunity to keep fit with top-of-the-line equipment, facilities, instructors, and spa professionals. Fitness Center and Spa Go ahead - pamper yourself, you deserve it. Beauty Salon Because everyone likes to look good sometimes. Jogging Track Well aware that all you jog-aholics out there would be chomping at the bit for some track action, the Wind offers a jogging course that encircles the Promenade Deck. Sports Deck Probably the nicest view you'll ever have while playing basketball. Snorkeling/SCUBA Diving Bet you never thought you'd be SCUBA diving - in Alaska! Entertainment NCL excels in nighttime entertainment; this ship is no exception, with Smokey Joe's Cafe, a production featuring such 50s and 60s hits as "Hound Dog" and "On Broadway." A good number of passengers stays up (particularly in the Caribbean) for options that include dancing the night away at Dazzles Disco; watching live broadcasts of major sports events in the Sports Bar & Grill; and gaming in the Monte Carlo Casino with six blackjack tables, one roulette, one dice, one Caribbean Stud Poker, one Let it Ride table and 158 slots. NCL's Las Vegas-style revues and staged Broadway musicals are very good and some of the best I've seen at sea in a long time. The warm and inviting Observation Lounge offers panoramic views by day and a live band at night. Loaded with memorabilia, the Sports Bar is almost always crowded with sports fans who gather for the live ESPN broadcasts on banks of huge TV's. It is fun, lively and set far enough aft that an enthusiastic crowd won't disturb others. A piano bar, disco and cocktail lounges offer a variety of intimate and friendly watering holes to suit any mood. An expanded casino tempts you to its good selection of gaming tables and slots. As the sun sets and the little ones are sound asleep, the dynamic entertainment opportunities are just getting started for the adults. If you're looking for that perfect Lounge atmosphere, you're guaranteed to find exactly what you're looking for if not better. In the need for a little risk taking? You'll enjoy testing your luck in the Monte Carlo Casino where you'll find plenty of games to try to strike at rich on.
Activities Do everything, or nothing at all. For those who prefer to be active, our new LifeStyle Program features adventurous Shore Excursions, art auctions, health and wellness programs, cooking demonstrations – all kinds of activities aimed at challenging your mind as well as your body. Or you can simply relax and enjoy not having a schedule to follow. We pick the ports, but the rest of the day is your call.
Family Young sailors enjoy a playroom and youth center with video games, jukebox and 45-inch TV. Supervised activities are offered year round for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 and 13-17. Eight children's menus are featured. Baby-sitting (individual or group) is available for a fee ($8 per hour, individual; $4 per hour for group sessions for first child, $2 for each additional child in the same family) between noon and 2 a.m. Arrangements must be made at the Information Desk 24 hours in advance. A backpack package including souvenir cup and unlimited sodas is $39.50; the soda package can be purchased separately for $16. Expectant mothers must present a medical certificate establishing due date and fitness to travel. NCL will not accept passengers in their 24th week of pregnancy by the time their travel with the line concludes. Dress Daytime wear is casual, with layers being the order of the day in Alaska; resort wear in the Caribbean. During seven-day sailings, there are two formal nights when most men wear dark suits instead of tuxedoes. The designated dress code is "resort casual". Passengers have the option of not dressing up for formal nights as only some public areas will be designated formal. Those who do enjoy dressing up, expect one formal night during a one-week cruise. Most men opt for a dark suit instead of a tux while women don dressy pants suits, cocktail dresses or long gowns. Gratuity NCL automatically adds a fixed service charge to your shipboard account which covers all service personnel. The amount is $10 per person per day for passengers age 13 and over; $5.00 per day for children age 3 - 12 and no charge for children under the age of three. Further tipping is not necesary, however, NCL recommends a 15 percent gratuity for bar service and suggests those receiving concierge or butler services consider offering a gratuity for services rendered. Additional gratuities are at the passenger's discretion. NCL recommends $10.50 per person, per day ($3.50 each to cabin steward and waiter, $2 to busboy and $1.50 to maitre d'). Ship hightlights
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offers a surprising variety of public venues and facilities (read: choices!) for her size: