Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Escape
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $329
Ship comparison
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Getaway
- Cruises
- 34
- From
- $209
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Escape is a mega Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 4,248 passengers, in service since 2014. Norwegian Getaway is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 3,969 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Norwegian Escape if you want a more active cruise or better-rated entertainment: it outscores Norwegian Getaway for active (10.0 vs 8.0) and entertainment (10.0 vs 8.8) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Norwegian Getaway if you want a more romantic trip, a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: it outscores Norwegian Escape for romantic (8.0 vs 6.6) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its cruises start from $209 (vs $329) and it has 34 cruises on sale (vs 15).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Escape | Norwegian Getaway | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Mega | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2014 | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 164,600 | 145,655 |
| Passengers | 4,248 | 3,969 |
| Crew | 1,651 | 1,640 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | 2.4 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 38.7 (better) | 36.7 |
| Decks | 20 | 14 |
| Length | 1,065 ft | 1,068 ft |
| Beam | 136 ft | 170 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 15 | 34 |
| Upcoming sailings | 116 | 143 |
| Cruise lengths | 3–16 nights | 2–16 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $329 | $209 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Escape leads on 3 of the ten, Norwegian Getaway on 2, with 5 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Escape
The 4,200-guest Norwegian Escape from Norwegian Cruise Line is a premium ship with an upscale-ship flair, but make no mistake — at the core of the ship is an informal, easygoing “have fun at your own pace” attitude.
Highlights
- Bayamo – Iron Chef Jose Garces’ first restaurant at sea
- A three-story ropes course – fun for all ages
- The only Margaritaville at sea.
Sailing now
15 cruises on sale, from $329.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Getaway joined the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet as the second Breakaway class vessel in early 2014. The ship has capacity for 4,000 passengers (double occupancy) and a total of 1,024 staterooms and 238 suites. The striking mural of a mermaid on the hull of the ship? Created by Miami-based Cuban-American artist David Le Batard.
Highlights
- 28 dining options that include Freestyle dining and alternative venues
- Watch Illusionarium, a surreal magical experience and seven-time Tony Award-nominated musical Legally Blonde
- Five water slides.
- Three levels of action-packed activities in the sports complex.
Sailing now
34 cruises on sale, from $209.
Questions
Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Getaway?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Getaway?
Norwegian Escape is bigger at 164,600 gross tons, against 145,655 gross tons for Norwegian Getaway. Norwegian Escape carries 4,248 passengers and Norwegian Getaway carries 3,969.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Getaway?
Both made their maiden voyage in 2014.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Escape, with 38.7 gross tons per passenger against 36.7 on Norwegian Getaway. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Norwegian Getaway, with one crew member for every 2.4 passengers against one for every 2.6 on Norwegian Escape.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 10.0 out of 10.
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