Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jade
- Cruises
- 36
- From
- $699
Ship comparison
Norwegian Jade vs Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Spirit
- Cruises
- 42
- From
- $739
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Jade is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,402 passengers, in service since 2006. Norwegian Spirit is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,018 passengers, in service since 1998.
Choose Norwegian Jade if you want a more active cruise, a newer ship or more of a party: it outscores Norwegian Spirit for active (7.0 vs 4.0) and party (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2006 (vs 1998).
Choose Norwegian Spirit if you want a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Norwegian Jade for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Jade | Norwegian Spirit | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2006 (better) | 1998 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2017 | 2021 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 93,558 | 75,338 |
| Passengers | 2,402 | 2,018 |
| Crew | 1,078 | 962 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 | 2.1 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.0 (better) | 37.3 |
| Decks | 15 | 14 |
| Length | 965 ft | 881 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 (better) | 6 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 36 | 42 |
| Upcoming sailings | 75 | 59 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 17 nights | 4 to 20 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $699 (better) | $739 |
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 2 of the ten, Norwegian Spirit on 1, with 7 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
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 Spirit
With excellent service and cool ambiance, the Norwegian Spirit may be one of the older ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, but it hasn't changed the ship's quality. This 2,018-passenger ship still offers solid restaurants, bars and lounges as well as plenty of family-friendly services.
Highlights
- A hilarious who-done-it lunch show "Presumed Murdered"-- passengers get involved in the mystery
- Shoot hoops or join a pick up game at the net enclosed, outdoor basketball court
- Visit the splendid Canary Islands
Sailing now
42 cruises on sale, from $739.
Questions
Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Spirit?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Spirit?
Norwegian Jade is bigger at 93,558 gross tons, against 75,338 gross tons for Norwegian Spirit. Norwegian Jade carries 2,402 passengers and Norwegian Spirit carries 2,018.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Jade or Norwegian Spirit?
Norwegian Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2006 against 1998 for Norwegian Spirit.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Jade, with 39.0 gross tons per passenger against 37.3 on Norwegian Spirit. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Norwegian Spirit, with one crew member for every 2.1 passengers against one for every 2.2 on Norwegian Jade.
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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