5 things I love and don't love on new cruise ship Norwegian Viva
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The propulsion system is diesel-electric and based on 3x bow thrusters (model Brunvoll FU115) and 2x aft thrusters (model ABB Azipod XO). Like the sistership Prima, NCL Viva's hull artwork will be designed by the Italian graffiti artist Manuel Di Rita (aka Peeta). Norwegian Viva offers a comfortable way to cruise to warm-weather destinations -- one that's definitely worth trying out.
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But perhaps the biggest differentiator is the entertainment, with the ship offering a version of the Broadway show "Beetlejuice." Penrose Atrium is NCL's first 3-level atrium (spanning decks 6-7-8). The NCL PRIMA design boasts 18x Suite categories (including the fleet's first 3-bedroom suites) and the NCL's biggest-ever Inside-, Oceanview- and Balcony staterooms. The line has tweaked that concept substantially over the past few decades, with the latest iteration present aboard Norwegian Viva. Even more odd is that there's no space allocated exclusively for tweens and teens.
Complimentary Dining
Like Cagney's, Palomar offers a mix of seafood and meats like steak and lamb chops, but it's heavier on the seafood end. Choose from oysters, grilled jumbo prawns, grilled octopus and several salads for appetizers. Mains include sea scallops, sea bass, filet mignon, New York strip and a whole grilled lobster, with sides such as potatoes, jasmine rice and carrots. I opted for sole (again), preceded by a golden beet salad with cheese and accompanied by asparagus.
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Travelers will live up every second of their journey in the most spacious accommodations including the brand's largest inside, ocean view and balcony category staterooms. The two-level Mandara Spa is also nearby, with an entrance on Deck 16. In addition to for-fee treatments (massages, manicures, pedicures), the ship offers a gorgeous and expanded thermal suite that has salt and steam rooms, a sauna, a massive split thalassotherapy pool, an ice room, heated tile loungers and more.
The ship has 44 accessible staterooms across inside, outside, balcony and The Haven categories. They offer such accommodations as additional square footage, wider doorways, and shower stools and toilet seat risers in the bathrooms. Another hot mess is the corridor that runs along Deck 8 aft on the starboard side. It feels narrow, and it travels right through The Local, a 24-hour eatery that serves free pub grub and is, strangely, split into two sections.
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The new The Rush and The Drop will get your heart racing — they are the fastest dry slides at sea. You'll also want to spend a lot more time on Ocean Boulevard — a one-third mile boardwalk with restaurants, bars, lounge areas and Oceanwalk, Norwegian's glass walkway at sea. Here, you'll also find The Concourse — a breathtaking, curated, outdoor sculpture garden unlike anything you've ever seen on a cruise ship.
From speedboat adventures to deep sea fishing, and even a dune buggy safari, The Caribbean is prime with thrilling activities. These stylish staterooms feature fine appointments, which are highlighted by nice touches and clear views of the ocean. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your very own private balcony. Stylish and sophisticated appointments enhance these modern rooms. Finished with the finest touches, spacious suites with luxury accommodations.
If you do want to try a few extra-fee eateries, take advantage of Norwegian's Free at Sea offerings, which allow you to choose from several perks, including complimentary dining at restaurants that usually cost extra. Like many of the vessels that came before it, Norwegian Viva includes studio cabins for one — something the line has worked to improve since its first iteration on Norwegian Epic in 2010. What's special about Viva's version is that they feel just as upscale as the rest of the ship's cabins. What sets the two ships apart are minor elements like art installations, one fewer onboard Starbucks location and added seating capacity at Indulge Food Hall.
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When trying to find The Local, I walked through it without realizing what it was (thanks to poor signage) and wound up all the way aft at Indulge Food Hall before turning around and doubling back. It's a mistake that I saw several others also make, and it caused congestion in the area. Other popular and highly touted entertainment options are the interactive musical performances at Syd Norman's Pour House, a separate lounge that aims to transport passengers to the golden age of rock 'n' roll. Although the performances I saw there were phenomenal, the space is far too small for a ship the size of Norwegian Viva.
Standard bathrooms are shower-only with doors rather than curtains. They also include a toilet, a sink, storage space for toiletry items, wall-mounted hand soap by the sink and body wash and conditioning shampoo in the shower. Ultimately, I resorted to staying in my cabin when I needed some quiet time, but I had a connecting room, and I could hear almost every word spoken by the family on the other side. I was also wakened by the sounds of slamming doors, the movement of balcony furniture and even coughing. Several fellow passengers who didn't have connecting rooms also said noise was an issue for them.
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The machines are not available 24 hours a day like they are on some cruise lines' ships. Norwegian Viva has neither a stand-alone ice cream shop nor a bakery, which was disappointing. One of the most noteworthy aspects of dining on this ship is that you don't have to shell out additional funds to have truly superb meals. The food you'll find in the two main dining rooms, the 24-hour pub and the food hall is pretty darn tasty — and it won't cost you an extra cent. In addition to the amenities mentioned above, it offered a sofa across from the vanity, as well as a minifridge.
Room service is no longer free on Norwegian Cruise Line ships, and a $9.95 surcharge applies to all deliveries, along with a 20% delivery charge (note this is not a tip). Although tipping is not expected, it's nice to offer a couple of dollars to the crew member who delivers your meal. If you have a dining package, you can select any four food items, including desserts.
From multiple detoxifying saunas to state-of-the-art pools to a two-story waterfall, the experience on Norwegian Viva will awaken every sense. Discover unparalleled luxury in The Haven, an exclusive enclave with our most premium and spacious accommodations. Enjoy the personal service of a 24-hour butler and world-class amenities, exclusively reserved for guests of The Haven. I have never seen so many unsupervised teens and tweens running through public areas, lounging in stairwells, being loud and generally creating a disturbance. Because I've not seen this on any other ship I've sailed, I assume it's due to the programming and lack of a dedicated teen hangout. The Penrose Atrium on Deck 6 is lighter, brighter and has a more open feeling.
A group of friends and I chose a magic-themed experience that had us trying to find a missing magician. Although the crew member managing the experience said we did everything correctly, an equipment glitch prevented us from actually succeeding, which was a shame but not completely unexpected on a brand-new vessel still working out the kinks. The ship left Fincantieri Maghera on May 5th and arrived at Fincantieri Trieste on May 7th, for final outfitting and painting. NCL's Viva was officially delivered by Fincantieri Marghera to NCLH/shipowner on August 3, 2023. The delivery was postponed and originally scheduled for June 30th.
The shows were developed via partnership with Fremantle (fka FremantleMedia, British/London-based TV production and distribution company, subsidiary of the RTL Group/Luxembourg-based media broadcasting corporation). In 2023 on NCL Viva was introduced "Beetlejuice The Musical" (90-min production) based on the Beetlejuice movie (March 1988-released fantasy-horror-comedy directed by Tim Burton). The lounge also hosts the 2023-debuted game show "Press Your Luck LIVE". Metropolitan Bar (deck 7) is NCL's first "sustainable bar" serving zero-waste cocktails, "green spirits" (produced with renewable energy), 20+ biodynamic wines (organically farmed). The artwork is wall-mounted, has length ~16 m (52 ft) and features the British artist's popular digital butterflies responding dynamically to passing viewers. Sway to the gentle sea breeze as you relax on a hammock at Indulge Outdoor Lounge.
It will also sail a handful of voyages from Rome and Athens, Greece. Syd Norman's Pour House, which debuted on Norwegian Breakaway in 2018 and offers tribute performances by a fantastic band, also returns on Norwegian Viva. Syd Norman, a fictional character whose face appears on the lounge's logo, draws from the personas of club owners who found success during rock 'n' roll's heyday.
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