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Norwegian Jade vs Norwegian Jewel

The verdict

Which should you choose?

Norwegian Jade is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,402 passengers, in service since 2006. Norwegian Jewel is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,376 passengers, in service since 2005.

Choose Norwegian Jade if you want better-rated staterooms: it outscores Norwegian Jewel for staterooms (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

Choose Norwegian Jewel if you want more adventure and nature, more culture or a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Norwegian Jade for adventure & nature (8.0 vs 5.0), cultural (7.0 vs 4.0) and spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

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Specifications

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Norwegian JadeNorwegian Jewel
Cruise line Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Cruise Line
Ship size Large Large
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2006 (better) 2005
Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted 2017 2018 (better)
Gross tonnage 93,558 93,502
Passengers 2,402 2,376
Crew 1,078 1,100
Passengers per crew memberfewer is better 2.2 2.2
Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier 39.0 39.4 (better)
Decks 15 15
Length 965 ft 965 ft
Beam 106 ft 105 ft
Speed 26 mph 29 mph
Cruiseable ratingout of 10 8 / 10 8 / 10
Cruises on sale 36 42
Upcoming sailings 75 53
Cruise lengths 7 to 17 nights 4 to 17 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $699 $299 (better)

Bliss scores

How they rate, out of 10

Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Jade leads on 1 of the ten, Norwegian Jewel on 4, with 5 level.

  • Active Norwegian Jade: 7.0 Norwegian Jewel: 7.0
  • Adventure & nature Norwegian Jade: 5.0 Norwegian Jewel: 8.0
  • Cultural Norwegian Jade: 4.0 Norwegian Jewel: 7.0
  • Dining Norwegian Jade: 6.0 Norwegian Jewel: 6.0
  • Entertainment Norwegian Jade: 8.0 Norwegian Jewel: 8.0
  • Family friendly Norwegian Jade: 8.0 Norwegian Jewel: 8.0
  • Party Norwegian Jade: 8.0 Norwegian Jewel: 8.0
  • Romantic Norwegian Jade: 6.0 Norwegian Jewel: 7.0
  • Spa & fitness Norwegian Jade: 6.0 Norwegian Jewel: 8.0
  • Staterooms Norwegian Jade: 8.0 Norwegian Jewel: 7.0

Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Jade

Sailing the Caribbean in winter and European waters in summer, the 2,402-passenger Norwegian Jade from Norwegian Cruise Line offers a fun, laid-back way to explore the historic sites of Europe. Unlike many large ships, which repeat the same itinerary over and over, Jade features a varied selection of enriching cruises.

Highlights

  • Fitness Center features a full gym and aerobics/fitness classes daily.
  • If you love playing slots, you can gamble one cent up to $100.
  • Two huge 4,390-square-foot Garden Villas offer three separate bedrooms, private garden with hot tub and access to a private courtyard with pool.

Sailing now

36 cruises on sale, from $699.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Jewel

Since its launch, Norwegian Jewel — namesake of Norwegian Cruise Line's Jewel Class cruise ships — has proved to be a gem of a vessel. In addition to offering some of the largest suites at sea, there are staterooms to accommodate every style.

Highlights

  • Start crooning, scatting and belting out those favorite tunes in three private karaoke rooms in the FYZZ Carbaret Lounge & Bar.
  • Whatever your passion or poison enjoy a full sake bar, a whiskey bar or champagne bar and toast to good times!
  • You must check out Club Underground with a NYC subway theme with full 1980's style graffiti... it's for teens but you may enjoy the scene!
  • 24/7 made to order hot delivered pizza!

Sailing now

42 cruises on sale, from $299.

Questions

Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Jewel?

Which is bigger, Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Jewel?

Norwegian Jade is bigger at 93,558 gross tons, against 93,502 gross tons for Norwegian Jewel. Norwegian Jade carries 2,402 passengers and Norwegian Jewel carries 2,376.

Which ship is newer, Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Jewel?

Norwegian Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2006 against 2005 for Norwegian Jewel.

Which has more space per passenger?

Norwegian Jewel, with 39.4 gross tons per passenger against 39.0 on Norwegian Jade. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.

Which has more crew per passenger?

They are level, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers.

Which is better for families?

They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10.

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