Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Breakaway
- Cruises
- 26
- From
- $439
Ship comparison
Norwegian Breakaway vs Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Prima
- Cruises
- 52
- From
- $419
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Breakaway is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 3,959 passengers, in service since 2013. Norwegian Prima is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 3,215 passengers, in service since 2022.
Choose Norwegian Breakaway if you want more of a party, better-rated entertainment or a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Norwegian Prima for party (10.0 vs 7.0), entertainment (8.2 vs 7.0) and spa & fitness (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Norwegian Prima if you want more culture, more adventure and nature or a newer ship: it outscores Norwegian Breakaway for cultural (7.0 vs 4.0) and adventure & nature (5.0 vs 3.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2022 (vs 2013).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Breakaway | Norwegian Prima | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 | 2022 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2018 | — |
| Gross tonnage | 144,017 | 142,500 |
| Passengers | 3,959 | 3,215 |
| Crew | 1,595 | 1,388 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.5 | 2.3 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 36.4 | 44.3 (better) |
| Cabins | — | 1,646 |
| Decks | 18 | 20 |
| Length | 1,062 ft | 965 ft |
| Beam | 170 ft | 133 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 26 | 52 |
| Upcoming sailings | 118 | 98 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–14 nights | 3–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $439 | $419 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Breakaway leads on 5 of the ten, Norwegian Prima on 4, with 1 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Breakaway
They call Norwegian Breakaway New York's cruise ship, and it's clear why once you arrive at the port and see the Statue of Liberty painted on the hull. The original work of art is by Peter Max, and the renowned artist did a great job setting the tone for the Big Apple's year-round cruise ship from Norwegian Cruise Line.
Highlights
- The Aqua Park with two pools and four whirlpools
- Adventure seekers will enjoy the five waterslides
- Adults-only areas for those seeking peace and quiet
- Famed New York City celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian brings his restaurant to sea
Sailing now
26 cruises on sale, from $439.
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Prima
First in a new class of smartships from Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Prima sailed its maiden voyage in August 2022. The next-generation ship was Norwegian's first major redesign in nearly 10 years.
Sailing now
52 cruises on sale, from $419.
Questions
Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Prima?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Breakaway is bigger at 144,017 gross tons, against 142,500 gross tons for Norwegian Prima. Norwegian Breakaway carries 3,959 passengers and Norwegian Prima carries 3,215.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Prima is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2022 against 2013 for Norwegian Breakaway.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Prima, with 44.3 gross tons per passenger against 36.4 on Norwegian Breakaway. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Norwegian Prima, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers against one for every 2.5 on Norwegian Breakaway.
Which is better for families?
Norwegian Prima scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10, against 7.0 for Norwegian Breakaway.
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