Norwegian Spirit Might Be The Best Old Cruise Ship Ever

Norwegian Spirit is back in Australian waters - but this is not your typical cruise ship. In this in-depth review, I take you onboard Norwegian Spirit to see whether this smaller, premium, adult-focused cruise ship really delivers calm, refined cruising without the chaos of today’s mega-ships. NOTE: I travelled as a guest of Norwegian Cruise Line. After sailing Norwegian Spirit between Melbourne and Sydney, and with a previous longer sailing under my belt, I break down exactly what cruising with Norwegian Cruise Line in Australia is like - from cabins and dining to service, entertainment, pricing, and who this ship is actually designed for. ➡️ Watch my 2024 Norwegian Spirit Review here: https://youtu.be/-IGYgKJr_qM ➡️ Watch my Norwegian Spirit Walk Through Tour here: https://youtu.be/Oh1sln2WCkg ➡️ Watch my Norwegian Spirit Balcony Cabin Tour here: https://youtu.be/8hXY4Atm5K8 Built in 1998 but transformed by a massive US$100 million refit, Norwegian Spirit feels like a ship from a bygone era - in the best possible way. With no waterslides, no kids’ clubs, and a clear focus on premium experiences for adults, this ship offers something very different to Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, and other mainstream cruise lines sailing locally. In this video, I cover: • What makes Norwegian Spirit different from modern megaships • The onboard atmosphere and adult-focused design • Cabin size, layout, and comfort • Dining across complimentary and specialty restaurants • Service quality and overall cruise experience • Entertainment, bars, lounges, and deck spaces • Norwegian Cruise Line’s Free at Sea inclusions and pricing structure • How Norwegian Spirit compares to other premium cruise lines • Future Norwegian Spirit itineraries from Australia, including Tasmania cruises Norwegian Spirit is positioned as premium cruising curated for adults - crafted for calm. It’s ideal for couples, solo travellers, and experienced cruisers who value atmosphere, space, and refined service over waterslides and high-energy attractions. However, it’s not for everyone, and I explain exactly who will love this ship - and who probably won’t. Looking ahead, Norwegian Spirit is set to return for future Australian and New Zealand seasons, including roundtrip sailings from Sydney and Norwegian Cruise Line’s first-ever Tasmania Taster cruises. These shorter sailings will give local cruisers a rare chance to experience Norwegian Spirit without committing to a long fly-cruise itinerary. If you’re considering a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise in Australia, New Zealand, or Tasmania, this review will help you decide if Norwegian Spirit is the right ship for your travel style. 👉 Would you cruise Norwegian Spirit? Or do you prefer larger ships with more onboard attractions? Let me know in the comments - I read every one - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛳️ My website hosts one of the world's most powerful cruise search engines where you can research and even book your next cruise or land holiday. Take a look here: www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛒 Shop my Amazon Cruise Essentials here: https://www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au/cruise-essentials - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🤳🏼 Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/thecruiseandtravelguy www.instragram.com/thecruiseandtravelguy 0:00 Introduction 0:17 What is Norwegian Spirit 0:52 Refined Cruising 1:40 Norwegian Spirit Itineraries 2:27 Balcony Cabin 3:09 Who is Norwegian Spirit For? 4:21 Dining on Norwegian Spirit 6:44 Entertainment on Norwegian Spirit 7:55 Pools on Norwegian Spirit 8:21 What is NCL Free at Sea 9:20 Norwegian Spirit Australian Cruises 10:13 Who Competes? 10:28 Final Thoughts 10:55 Michael’s Moment 12:35 Bloopers Music by Master Planned Music