Norwegian Sun
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| Norwegian Sun | |
| Status: | In Service |
| Entered Service: | 2001 |
| Tonnage: | 78,309 gross tons |
| Length: | 848 feet |
| Beam: | 108 feet |
| Draft: | 26 feet |
| Cruising Speed: | 23 kn |
| Decks: | 13 |
| Complement: | 2,002 passengers (2,400 max); 968 crew |
| Registry: | Bahamas |
Norwegian Sun is a cruise ship operated by Norwegian Cruise Line.
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[edit] History
The Norwegian Sun entered service in 2001 in a dual christening ceremony with Norwegian Star. She was constructed at Lloyd Werft Shipyard in Bremerhaven, Germany.
[edit] Vessel Class
Norwegian Sun is the third and final ship of this design. She was preceded by Norwegian Sky (entered service in 1999, relaunched as Pride of Aloha in 2004); and Costa Victoria (entered service in 1996).
[edit] Amenities
- 2 pools, 5 jacuzzis, children's pool/play area
- 12 bars/lounges
- 7 restaurants, 1 buffet
- Casino, teen center
- Spa, salon, fitness center
- Shops, childcare, library
- 7 deck-high atrium
[edit] Current Cruises
Norwegian Sun is currently spending her summer months in Alaska and will position to New Orleans in the fall of 2006 for 5 and 7 day Caribbean sailings. Plans call for her to sail 10 and 11 day cruises out of Honolulu beginning in September of 2007.
