Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Escape
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $329
Ship comparison
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Luna
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Luna
- Cruises
- 12
- From
- $402
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Escape is a mega Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 4,248 passengers, in service since 2014. Norwegian Luna sails for Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Luna has no Bliss scores or specs yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose Norwegian Escape if you want a lower starting fare: its cruises start from $329 (vs $402).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Escape | Norwegian Luna | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Mega | — |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2014 | — |
| Gross tonnage | 164,600 | — |
| Passengers | 4,248 | — |
| Crew | 1,651 | — |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | — |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 38.7 | — |
| Decks | 20 | — |
| Length | 1,065 ft | — |
| Beam | 136 ft | — |
| Speed | 26 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | — |
| Cruises on sale | 15 | 12 |
| Upcoming sailings | 116 | 113 |
| Cruise lengths | 3–16 nights | 2–10 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $329 (better) | $402 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday.
Norwegian Luna has no Bliss scores yet.
- 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 Luna
Sailing now
12 cruises on sale, from $402.
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