Norwegian Gem - Cruises from $299

Norwegian Gem Ship Information

With tons of dining choices and no set dining times, Norwegian Gem has it all. Chill out by the pool, get lucky in the casino, unwind at the spa, and make the kids happy with spaces built with them in mind. Accommodations range from the luxurious multi-room or romantic suites to spacious and affordable staterooms.

Norwegian Gem Dining

Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, the complimentary dining options include two main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafes, grills and on-the-go choices. Plus, the Main Dining Rooms offer a menu that changes daily, Chef's Signature Dishes and carefully selected wine recommendations, guaranteeing a different culinary adventure with every visit.

Complimentary Dining

Every cruise fare includes beautifully crafted menus in the two main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafes, grills and on-the-go choices. From fresh-baked breads, desserts and pastries to the chefs' original dishes made with the freshest ingredients, your dining can be as fine or fun as you want.

• O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill: Dine on Irish pub classics while sipping your favorite draft beer, all in a casual atmosphere open 24 hours a day. There's no charge to dig into your favorite comfort foods such as Shepherd's Pie or Fish n' Chips or throw some darts while taking in a sports game.
• Bali Hai Bar: Enjoy casual dining to suit every taste. From grilled burgers to hot dogs, come as you are and eat as you like after a night out or before your day begins.
• Garden Cafe: Whatever you're craving, chances are you will find it at the Garden Cafe. This complimentary, indoor buffet restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Grand Pacific: Stunning in design with ocean views, this Main Restaurant offers traditional cuisine to please every palate.
• Magenta: One of the two Main Restaurants serving a variety of culinary delights with a contemporary flair.
• Orchid Garden: Enjoy a complimentary Asian Fusion dining venue featuring freshly prepared noodles, delicious wok fried dishes, authentic soups, and more.
• Room Service: Available 24 hours a day, simply pick up the phone and order breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night munchies. A room service fee will be added to your check. A 20% gratuity and beverage service charge will be added to your check.
• The Great Outdoors: Come as you are, even in your swimsuit, to this casual, buffet bar serving grilled favorites like burgers, hot dogs and great ocean views.
• Topsiders Bar & Grill: Enjoy casual dining to suit every taste. From grilled burgers to hot dogs, come as you are and eat as you like after a night out or before your day begins.

Specialty Dining

Dining aboard Norwegian is about having choices. Enjoy delicious comfort foods as well as more exotic choices from the many complimentary dining options. Or widen your palette further and choose from the specialty restaurants for a cover charge or a la carte. Whether it's a cheeseburger you have a desire for, or Coq au Vin, your dinner is ready when you are. And if you book a Specialty Dining Package, you can savor an array of the specialty restaurants for one special price.

• Moderno Churrascaria: Looking for a unique experience? This authentic Brazilian churrascaria is a must. Start with an impressive 43-item salad bar, but save plenty of room for 12 slow-roasted meats carved tableside by the Passadores.
• La Cucina: Buona Sera! Enjoy the finest ingredients at this vibrant Italian ristorante. Dine on classics like Spaghetti Carbonara or Veal Scaloppini with Marsala sauce. Then indulge with a rich homemade Tiramisu. Your good evening just got better.
• Sushi: In the mood for sushi? Take a seat at this contemporary sushi bar for some traditional Japanese culinary bites.
• Cagney's Steakhouse: Premium cuts are the standard at the American steakhouse serving Certified Angus Beef. Sip your favorite cocktail and don't forget to order made-from-scratch jumbo lump crab cakes and famous Parmesan dusted truffle fries.
• Le Bistro: Romance is in the air at the signature French restaurant. Elegant interiors, crisp white linens and attentive servers make this an intimate dining experience. By the end of your meal, you might just be proclaiming c'est magnifique!
• Teppanyaki: The sizzles and surprises never cease at this authentic Japanese restaurant. Sit around a lively shared table as a skillful chef slices, chops and grills steak, chicken and seafood on a large steel grill right before your eyes.

Norwegian Gem Bars & Lounges

Warm up with a Caramel Macchiato or cool down with a Teavana Shaken Iced Green Tea Lemonade, amid the hustle and bustle of the Atrium, treat yourself to a mid-day Bloody Mary or your drink of choice, step into the world of rolled premium cigars, cognacs and spirits at the Cigar Club or njoy wine, beer and a fully selection of cocktails at this covered outdoor bar, the options are endless!

• Starbucks
• Atrium Bar
• Bali Hai Bar & Grill
• Bliss Ultra Lounge & Night Club
• Corona Cigar Club
• Gem Casino Bar
• Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar
• Maltings Beer & Whiskey Bar
• Great Outdoors Bar
• O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill

Norwegian Gem Entertainment

When it comes to the entertainment on Norwegian Gem, there's never a dull moment. Round up the kids and enjoy a magical evening with our magician and comedy show. Tap your feet to the pop country beat of Blazing Boots. Or don your best neon attire and dance the night away during our Glow Party. It's showtime. All the time.

• Blazing Boots: A first class tribute to pop country showcasing songs from the genre's biggest superstars including Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Shania Twain, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert and many others. This dazzling full scale production show blends eye popping music video visuals, hot vocals and innovative choreography into an evening that is part rock concert and all fun. From tear-your-heart-out country ballads to barn burning up tempo hits, this show is sure to get you fired up and your boots blazing!
• Get Down Tonight: The Norwegian Gem Production Cast takes you on a trip through time to re-live your favorite memories and music of the 1970s. Rock-out tonight with music from acts like Earth, Wind & Fire, The Who and many more featuring music by the Norwegian Gem Showband.
• Swing! The Musical: A dazzling display of some of the best music and dance styles from the swing era of jazz (1930s-1940s) while showcasing the exhilarating songs of many well-known artists like Duke Ellington, William "Count" Basie, and Benny Goodman.

Norwegian Gem Activities

From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Gem has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Indulge in a refreshing swim in the pool or a relaxing dip in one of our covered hot tubs on the pool deck. Wanna get lucky? Bet it all at our award-winning Casinos at Sea. And when all is said and done, enjoy a pamper session at the spa. With so much to do, we'll always have you coming back for more.

• Perspectives Studio: At Perspectives Photography Studio, they celebrate love, life and human connection creating spectacular portraits that will be handed down for generations. Your onboard Portrait Artist(s) will capture your unique spirit in this private studio or on location. Visit it to learn more about this personalized portrait experience.
• Professional Portraits: Take advantage of this time together while onboard to create beautiful photographs that will last a lifetime. The professional photographers set up studios in the atrium and around the ship each night so you can have a variety of images to choose from. Relax, have fun and build your digital portfolio - it's always free to try! Visit the Photo Gallery to learn more, view your photos and enjoy great deals on photography packages, frames, wall art, 3D Crystals, binoculars, mobile accessories and more!
• Art Gallery: Stroll through Norwegian Gem's Art Gallery of original works for sale by a wide range of well-known artists.
• Basketball/Volleyball: Shoot hoops, join a pick up game, play beach volleyball at the outdoor Basketball/Volleyball court, where Norwegian will be happy to accommodate you.
• Body Waves Fitness Center: There are numerous ways to stay in shape while on board. The Body Waves Fitness Center is open from 6am to 11pm with a full gym and aerobics/fitness classes daily.
• Card Room/Life Style Room: Looking for a quiet place to write postcards, play cards or read a book? Drop by the Life Styles Room.
• Entourage: A hip place for teens to hang out, complete with dance floor, bar, video, jukebox, table football and air hockey.
• Gem Casino: Spin your way to the jackpot playing the most popular slots including reel and video slots. Or pull up a chair at your favorite table game, from blackjack to craps and more. Whatever games you choose, you can bet on a good time in the award-winning casino.
• Hot Tubs: There are six hot tubs conveniently located throughout the ship. Try them all out or pick your favorite and make relaxing and unwinding a part of your daily regimen.
• Kid's Pool: The kid's pool is just right for pint-size splashing, playing and paddling. The pool also has additional fun features.
• Photo Gallery: The place to check out and purchase all the photos taken during your cruise.
• Splash Academy: Get into the zone of fun because Splash Academy is just for kids! With lots of open space for active games and an arts and crafts area kids can do what they do best - be a kid! The Splash Academy drop off age is 3-12 years old.
• The Chapel: This on-board chapel also functions as a meeting room.
• The Library: You'll find a well-stocked selection of things to read with all the elegant trimmings a good library deserves including a stellar view.
• Video Arcade: Stop by the video arcade and capture a few aliens, win a car race, play pinball and fly a jet fighter. Anything is possible.

Norwegian Gem Spa & Fitness

Revive, refresh and recharge in the Mandara Spa and Body Waves Fitness Center. Start with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 specialty treatments offered by the well-trained massage therapists. Then unwind in the Thermal Suite with a steam or dip in the Vitality Pool.

• Jogging/Walking Track
• Aroma Spa Seaweed Massage
• Aroma Stone Therapy
• Bamboo Massage
• Body Composition Analysis
• Couples Deep Tissue Muscle Massage
• Couture Touch Face and Body Treatment
• DYSPORT Cosmetic Wrinkle Treatment
• Express Shave
• Fire and Ice Manicure
• Nutritional Consultation
• GO SMILE Teeth Whitening Treatment
• Intensely Cleansing Salt Scrub
• Ionithermie Cellulite Reduction Treatment
• Personal Training

Norwegian Gem Onboard Shopping

• Effy Jewelry: Effy Hematian has been designing and manufacturing fine jewelry in the heart of New York's Diamond District since 1979. Meticulous gemstones and materials, combined with uncompromising attention to quality and details, have made Effy one of the most celebrated and desired jewelry brands in the world today. Effy is celebrating 40 years of American craftsmanship, now available to you tax and duty-free onboard. Effy is pleased to offer a Lifetime Warranty on all pieces.
• Park West Gallery: Take home something you'll never forget! The impressive onboard art gallery has everything from contemporary to classics Peter Max to Picasso - giving you access to an unparalleled collection of fine art. Looking for a little excitement? Try attending the live art auctions where you can raise a glass with the Art Team as the bidding gets fast and furious. Plus, everyone who visits the gallery gets a free work of art!
• The Photo Gallery: Everything you need, to capture it all: Binoculars, Camera/Phone Accessories, Professional Portraits, Souvenir, Photography, Photo Books, Wall Art, 3D Photo Crystals, Souvenir Frames, Collectable Photo Accessories & more!
• The Tides: Conveniently located in the Atrium, Tides offers the very best deals of the cruise, the exciting one day specials give you the chance to make savings of up to 70% off US prices what better way to take home a gift for everyone. Make sure you check the Freestyle Daily for day and time of each daily special.
• Trade Routes Boutiques: Need a new bathing suit? How about a surprise gift for your sweetheart? Trade Routes Boutiques offer a wide selection of brand name and specialty goodies.
• Tradewinds: Want to take home a vacation memory? How about a surprise gift for your sweetheart? The Tradewinds is a department store that offers a wide selection of brand name on board offers an extensive range of must have items and Duty free merchandise, all of which have great savings to US domestic prices.

Norwegian Gem Accommodations

• The Haven
  Located at the top of the ship, The Haven features the most luxurious, well-appointed accommodations on board. Enjoy 24-hour butler service, concierge service and private sundeck.
• Suite
  A true experience of luxury and privacy. Enjoy spacious suites accented by only the finest touches throughout. And enough room to make a lifetime of amazing memories.
• Club Balcony Suite
  Our spacious Club Balcony Suites feature a sitting room, giving you extra room to spread out. Sliding-glass doors open to your balcony, and amazing views. Includes luxury bath and shower.
• Balcony
  See the world like never before. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your very own private balcony. Stylish and sophisticated appointments enhance these modern rooms.
• Oceanview
  Experience stylish decor in a comfortable oceanview stateroom. All come with nice, smart touches enhanced by a large picture window with clear views of the sea.
• Inside
  Cruise in cozy comfort and smart style. Modern inside staterooms are accented with appointments like a TV, sitting area and more.