Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Joy emerges from shipyard
Spectators watch as the 'Norwegian Joy' cruise ship passes a shipping lock to make its way over the river Ems near Emden, northern Germany, March 27, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' leaves the Meyer shipyards during its transfer on the Ems river in Papenburg, Germany, March 26, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' sits in the covered dock of the Meyer shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, March 1, 2017.
People look on as the 'Norwegian Joy' makes its way over the river Ems in Germany, March 27, 2017.
The "Norwegian Joy" ship was built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.
The "Norwegian Joy" makes its way over the river Ems in Germany, March 27, 2017.
A man walks past a propeller of the 'Norwegian Joy' at the Meyer shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.
The "Norwegian Joy" makes its way over the river Ems in Germany, March 27, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' awaits its transfer on the Ems river at the Meyer shipyards in Papenburg, Germany, March 26, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' is towed from the covered building dock of the Meyer Shipyard in Papenburg, Germany March 4, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' in the Meyer shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, March 1, 2017. Made for the shipping company Norwegian Cruise Line, the ship is approximately 324 meters long, with a capacity of 4200 passengers and a gross tonnage of 167.800.
The 'Norwegian Joy', in the Meyer shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, March 1, 2017.
The 'Norwegian Joy' will be transferred on the river Ems to the North Sea.
The 'Norwegian Joy' awaits its transfer on the Ems river at the Meyer shipyards in Papenburg, Germany, March 26, 2017.
Norwegian Cruise Line's soon-to-debut Norwegian Joy will feature a Ferrari-themed race track on its top deck.
Add a Ferrari-themed race track to the list of over-the-top attractions on cruise ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line on Monday unveiled a new partnership with Scuderia Ferrari Watches that includes the development of a two-level, Ferrari-themed racing course atop the soon-to-debut Norwegian Joy.
The 3,850-passenger vessel also will feature a retail store next to the track that sells Scuderia Ferrari watches.
Scuderia Ferrari is the racing division of Italian carmaker Ferrari.
Located at the top of Joy, the Ferrari race track will accommodate up to 10 drivers at a time who will race each other in electric go-carts.
Nearing completion in Germany, Joy is being built exclusively for the Chinese market — a first at Norwegian. The line will take delivery of the vessel from shipbuilder Meyer Werft on April 27 and send it directly to China. It'll begin sailing year-round out of Shanghai and Tianjin, China starting this summer.
At 168,800 tons, Joy is one of the 10 largest cruise ships ever built. It's the second vessel in Norwegian's new Breakaway Plus series. The first ship in the series, Norwegian Escape, debuted in 2015 and sails year-round to the Caribbean out of Miami.
While similar in size to Escape, Joy will feature accommodations, cuisine and on-board experiences that cater specifically to the preferences of Chinese travelers, the line has said.
Norwegian is one of several major North America-based lines that are sending new ships to China as lines increasingly look to Asia for growth. Princess Cruises this year also is sending its newest ship to China, and Royal Caribbean has deployed two of its newest vessels to the country.
Cruise ship tours: Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Escape
Unveiled in November 2015, the 4,248-passenger Norwegian Escape is Norwegian Cruise Line's largest ship ever.
Among the most notable features on Norwegian Escape's top deck is Aqua Park, a family-friendly fun zone billed as the largest of its kind at sea.
The Norwegian Escape's Aqua Park features Free Fall, touted as the fastest water slide at sea, and another slide that takes inner tubes designed for two -- a first for Norwegian.
Two passengers at a time can ride an inner tube down the Aqua Racer slide on the port side of the Norwegian Escape's Aqua Park (the big blue slide on the right in this picture).
The Norwegian Escape's Aqua Park is being billed as the largest water park at sea. It has five water slides in all.
The Free Fall water slides on the Norwegian Escape kick off with a near vertical drop over the side of the ship.
The water slide zone atop the Norwegian Escape includes a watery play area for children called the Kid's Aqua Park.
The hub of the Norwegian Escape's top deck is its main pool area located on Deck 16. The layout differs from the main pool areas of recent Norwegian ships; it features a double-decker bar and more room for lounge chairs.
In another new twist, the Norwegian Escape has two large outdoor screens overlooking the main pool on Deck 16.
The Waves pool bar on Deck 17 overlooks the main pool.
More lounge chairs line the sides of the ship on Deck 17.
A large portion of the read part of the Norwegian Escape's top deck is devoted to the largest ropes course at sea.
Passengers can walk 'The Plank' out over the side of the ship, eighteen decks above the sea.
Passengers suit up in harnesses before climbing on to the ropes course on Deck 18.
Nine holes of miniature golf are among the attractions at the Sports Complex at the back of the Norwegian Escape on Deck 18.
Norwegian Escape also is home to first bocce ball court at sea.
A full basketball court also is part of the sports zone at the back of the ship.
Among the outdoor venues on Norwegian Escape is the first Margaritaville at sea. It's located near the main pool.
A circular opening on the Norwegian Escape provides a visual connection -- and stairway access -- between the restaurants and nightspots of Decks 6, 7 and 8
Also returning on Norwegian Escape is Norwegian's signature French restaurant Le Bistro. It's located on Deck 6 in the same space as on Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Breakaway.
Norwegian Escape boasts Norwegian Cruise Line's first craft beer-focused outpost, called the District Brew House
The District Brew House offers 24 beers on tap as well as more than 50 in bottles.
Located on Deck 6, the Headliners Comedy Club is a lively spot in the evenings.
The Headliners Comedy Club has a complete bar.
The Norwegian Escape's main showroom, the Escape Theater, holds 900 passengers -- about 150 more than the main theaters on the Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway.
Also new on the Norwegian Escape is the Supper Club, which offers dinner shows.
The Supper Club has plush banquet seating.
Mixx bar.
Located on Deck 6 of the Norwegian Escape is Taste, one of three main dining rooms. It serves traditional cuisine with a contemporary flair.
A second main dining room is Savor, which offers classic dishes and a modern decor.
Another of the three main dining rooms on Norwegian Escape is the Manhattan Room, which offers live music and dancing along with meals at dinnertime.
New on Norwegian Escape is the Skyline Bar, located adjacent to the ship's casino on Deck 7
The Skyline Bar is located in space that is home to a disco on earlier Norwegian ships.
Norwegian Escape has a large casino spread across Deck 7.
The Escape Casino is larger than the casinos on Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Breakaway, spilling into space previously used for an Asian noodle bar.
Spreading between Decks 6 and 7, the Norwegian Escape's centrally located Atrium is wider than its sister spaces on Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Breakaway (the entire ship is about two meters wider, allowing for a number of larger venues)
A popular meeting point on the ship is The Bar at the Atrium, located at the bottom of the ship's three-deck-high atrium near the Guest Services desk.
The bar at O'Sheehan's.
Like Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Escape is home to a lively pub called O'Sheehan's.
O'Sheehan's has several pool tables along with other popular bar amusements.
Skee-ball is among the attractions in a corner of the O'Sheehan's pub on Norwegian Escape.
O'Sheehan's also is home two two bowling lanes.
Another new concept for Norwegian on the Norwegian Escape is Food Republic, a casual eatery with a mix of cuisines including sushi available from four stations.
Passengers dining at Food Republic will order through iPads located at tables.
Food Republic offers seating overlooking the ocean.
The La Cucina Italian eatery found on previous Norwegian ship returns on Norwegian Escape on Deck 8.
Also new on Norwegian Escape is Tobacco Road, a re-creation of a Miami landmark that closed in 2014.
A smoking room is located at the back of Tobacco Road.
Also new on the Norwegian Escape is The Cellars, A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar -- Norwegian's first wine bar at sea.
The Cellars wine bar takes the place of the Ice Bar found on recent Norwegian ships.
The Cellars will serve Mondavi wines by the glass in a stylish setting.
The Norwegian Escape features celebrity chef's Jose Garces' first restaurant at sea, a Latin-influenced eatery called Bayamo by Jose Garces.
Adjacent to Bayamo is the mojito-serving Sugarcane Mojito Bar.
Deck 8 also is home to second eatery by celebrity chef Jose Garces called Pincho Tapas Bar.
Like the Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Escape has a large Teppanyaki restaurant on Deck 6.
The aft portion of Deck 8 on the Norwegian Escape is home to a large duty free shopping area.
Norwegian Escape is home to the first Lacoste boutique at sea.
Norwegian Escape also offers the first Carolina Herrera boutique at sea.
In a change from recent Norwegian ships, shopping stands have been designed into the sides of the corridor on Deck 8 instead of in the middle, improving traffic flow.
Also at the base of Escape's atrium on Deck 6 is the Atrium Cafe.
The Atrium Cafe serves espresso drinks for an extra charge and an array of pastries and bake goods.
Norwegian Escape offers more than a dozen full-service restaurants, including Brazilian-style steakhouse Moderno Churrascaria. The eatery's specialty is grilled and slow-roasted meats that are carved tableside by passadors.
Adjacent to Moderno Churrascaria on Deck 8 is Cagney's Steakhouse, a Norwegian signature that is priced a la carte with entrees ranging from $16 to $25.
Just off the Norwegian Escape's main pool on Deck 16 is the casual Garden Cafe eatery.
The Garden Cafe serves a wide range of cuisine from in a buffet setting.
A Garden Cafe chef lines up desserts for dinnertime.
At the back of Deck 16 is Norwegian Escape's casual buffet eatery, the Garden Cafe
The Garden Cafe has its own bar area near the entrance from the main pool.
The Chill Bar is incorporated into the first Margaritaville at sea.
Hot tubs flank both sides of Spice H20.
Located at the back of Deck 17 is Spice H2O, an adult-only outdoor retreat with lounge chairs, hot tubs and a waterfall grotto.
Located on Deck 17, Entourage is a lounge on the Norwegian Escape dedicated exclusively to teens.
Like other recent Norwegian ships, Norwegian Escape boasts an exclusive, multi-deck retreat for passengers in top suites called The Haven.
The Haven's private, magrodome-covered pool area features lounge chairs in and out of the water.
The Haven's magrodome-covered pool area also has two hot tubs.
Three decks high, The Haven on Norwegian Escape features two indoor lounge areas.
The Haven Lounge on Deck 17 has its own bar accessible only to passengers staying in a Haven suite.
Among the more upscale accommodations on the Norwegian Escape are its 14 The Haven Spa Suites, which are part of the ship's exclusive Haven complex.
The Haven Spa Suites measure 280 square feet (not including the balcony) and come with complimentary access to the Norwegian Escape's thermal spa area.
Among spa-like touches in The Haven Spa Suites is a personal hot tub-like bath built into the bedroom.
The Haven Spa Suites feature a large built-in armoire near the entrance among other storage.
Armoires in The Haven Spa Suites have room for hanging clothes and come with an umbrella for passenger use.
Spa suite bathrooms are large with double-faucet sinks and walk-in showers.
Spa Suite bathrooms have a sleek, contemporary design.
Norwegian Escape passengers will find free soft serve ice cream on Deck 16 inside the Garden Cafe.
Located on Deck 16, the Norwegian Escape's Fitness Center has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean.
In addition to cardio machines, the Fitness Center is loaded with Technogym equipment as well as free weights.
The Norwegian Escape's Mandara Spa is located in a prime location at the front of the ship on Deck 16.
The Mandara Spa on the Norwegian Escape has 24 treatment rooms including two for couples.
The Mandara Spa on the Norwegian Escape is home to one of the largest thermal suites at sea.
Overlooking the front of the ship, the Norwegian Escape's thermal suite has 33 heated lounge chairs, a sauna, salt room, steam room and a thalassotherapy pool.
The Mandara Spa's thermal suite also features one of the first 'snow rooms' at sea, an icy space chilled to 14 degrees fahrenheit.
The Mandara Spa is home to a hair and beauty salon.
The Norwegian Escape's Shore Excursions desk is located on Deck 6 just off the atrium.
Ping Pong is among the amusements available on the top decks of Norwegian Escape.
Passengers will find touch-screen electronic sign boards across the Norwegian Escape to direct them to entertainment, dining and other activities.
The 164,600-ton Norwegian Escape is Norwegian Cruise Line's largest ship ever.
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