Caribbean and Bahamas: Bonaire, Aruba and Barbados Cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line
Cruise through the holidays and ring in 2025 in paradise. Unwind on Norwegian's private island, Great Stirrup Cay, with a dip in the new exclusive lagoon and a massage at Mandara Spa. Uncover the best of Aruba as you soak in fantastic vistas from the California Lighthouse, explore the Aloe Museum and visit the island's popular Natural Bridge ruins. In Puerto Plata, learn about the local history at the 16th century Fortaleza San Felipe or snorkel among colorful coral reefs off of Dorado Beach.
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Sailing Itinerary
Note: Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Please verify ports and times directly with the cruise line.
Overview
The City of Miami known as the “Magic City” is located in Southeast Florida, in Miami-Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously, transforming it into one of the world’s renowned centers where people can work, live and play while enjoying a high quality of life. The City of Miami, known for its diverse culture and ethnicities is the largest municipality in Miami-Dade County. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 362,470. By the year 2010 the population in the City is projected to rise to 390,191. Miami which is known as the Gateway to Latin America attracts a tremendous amount of foreign born people, resulting in a large Latin American population that includes Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Venezuelans, Puerto Ricans, Argentineans, Ecuadorians, Brazilians, Dominicans, Haitians and Mexicans. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60 percent Hispanic population, a 22.3 percent African-American population and an 11.9 percent White/other population.
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Puerto Plata is for those seeking an attractively-priced Rest and relax vacation with the option of lots of places to visit. Playa Dorada concentrates the largest number of hotel rooms in the North sharing a gold sand beach and the Playa Dorada Golf Course, an 18 hole course. Meet guests from other hotels during evening outings at the casinos and night spots which are open to all guests. Choose Cabarete if you love windsurfing. Cabarete is famous for having excellent conditions for the sport. Many feel the attractiveness of Cabarete is in the people, the mingling of tourists who enjoy the intimacy of the smaller non inclusive hotels. It is also perfect for those who just want the leisure of sitting in the shade or taking sun on the beach, and for parents with little children.
Overview
In the beginning, La Romana was a small village of no more than 30 inhabitants located at the banks of the Romana River, which ran through the limestone hills in the area. Today La Romana is one of the most cosmopolitan municipalities in the country. This is due, in part, to the fact that the area has no outstanding cultural features, which distinguish it from other municipalities in the country. La Romana has three truly beautiful beaches: El Caletón, La Minita and La Caleta, the latter is frequented by many visitors during the summer since it is so close to the city.
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Kralendijk is the capital of Bonaire, a Dutch island in the Caribbean Sea. Colorful architecture dots the shopping street of Kaya Grandi. The Bonaire Museum displays archaeological finds, shells and old photos. Off the coast is Bonaire National Marine Park, with a coral reef sheltering tropical fish. This stretches west to Klein Bonaire Island, where the sandy beaches provide a nesting ground for sea turtles.
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Oranjestad is the capital of the Dutch island of Aruba, in the Caribbean Sea. Near the marina, the 18th-century Fort Zoutman and the Willem III Tower, formerly a lighthouse, house the Historical Museum, which chronicles the island’s past. The Archaeological Museum displays indigenous artifacts dating back as far as 2500 B.C. Along the waterfront, L.G. Smith Boulevard is dotted with boutiques and shopping malls.
Overview
On this island of tropical palm-fringed beaches there's an ambiance that ranges from sophisticated (in Bridgetown) to slow-paced. Enjoy an exciting tour of Harrison's cave, filled with underground streams, thundering waterfalls, stalactites and stalagmites.
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Saint John's is the capital of the island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. Located in northwestern Antigua, this is a cove of the Caribbean Sea, a major exporter of sugar, rum, cotton, handicrafts, fiber-made items, ceramics and fabrics. The city is also a tourist destination. St. John's skyline, capital and major city in Antigua and Barbuda, is mastered by the baroque magnificence of the St. John's Cathedral's dome and steeple. These steeples are Antigua's first sight for almost half of all foreign travelers who visit the island nation every year, since they come by boat. There are several sightseeing places in St. John's. This is one of the Caribbean's oldest trade ports, built in the late 17th Century. Other interesting spots are the Old Court House, built in 1747, the ruins of Fort James, harking back to 1703, The Antigua and Barbuda Museum, Marine and Living Arts Museum, Redcliffe Quay, plus several other castles and fortresses built centuries ago for the defense of this strategic enclave. The completion of different hotels and resorts to attend to all cruise liners and other vessels docking in has made St. John's a top-rated hub of shopping malls and good-cuisine restaurants. This is a city throbbing with life, a place where you can spend the day at any of its beautiful beaches and enjoy a bustling nightlife later on.
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Basseterre is the capital of the Caribbean island federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It’s the gateway to popular Saint Kitts beaches like South Friars Bay. At the city’s heart, Independence Square has an Italian-inspired fountain. Just off the Circus traffic circle, with its Victorian Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower, is the National Museum. In the stately Old Treasury Building, it explores the islands’ colonial past.
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St. Thomas combines the natural beauty of the islands with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands, is one of the most beautiful harbors in the world and the most visited port in the Caribbean. Elegant dining, exciting nightlife, and world-class duty-free shopping are abundant in Charlotte Amalie. The city's reputation as the shopping mecca of the Caribbean draws visitors from all over the region and around the world. A mountainous island, St. Thomas offers stunning vistas in almost every direction. While Charlotte Amalie is full of energy, St. Thomas also provides natural wonders such as the indescribably beautiful Magens Bay and stunning views of the Caribbean from 1,500 feet above sea level. Drake's Seat is particularly famous for its vistas. Sports and activities are abundant on St. Thomas. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the George and Tom Fazio-designed Mahogany Run course. St. Thomas is also well known for its world-class yachting and sportfishing.
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San Juan, Puerto Rico's capital and largest city, sits on the island's Atlantic coast. Its widest beach fronts the Isla Verde resort strip, known for its bars, nightclubs and casinos. Cobblestoned Old San Juan features colorful Spanish colonial buildings and 16th-century landmarks including El Morro and La Fortaleza, massive fortresses with sweeping ocean views, as well as the Paseo de la Princesa bayside promenade.
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In the 1970's Norwegian Cruise Lines developed Great Stirrup Cay as the industry's first private island playground. Needless to say, the idea really took off. All major Caribbean cruise lines now offer stops at their own Bahamian island for an afternoon of hassle-free surf and sand. In fact, from Great Stirrup Cay, you can sometimes see a Royal Caribbean ship anchored off nearby CocoCay, formerly Little Stirrup Cay. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. If you were to sit down and design your own private island, it would probably look a lot like this one. Except for your fantastic private mansion, Great Stirrup Cay is lacking very little in the way of amenities and activities. The beach, of course, is the main attraction, offering swimming, snorkeling (coral reefs surround the island), rafts, paddleboats, catamarans, and kayaks. For the less-wet set, there are volleyball courts and hiking trails. Set out and try to find the island's lighthouse. Appetites are readily appeased at the beach barbeque and the thirsty can head for the beach bar (the only building on the island with walls - save for the bathrooms, of course). Music arrives courtesy of a calypso band so you can limber up with a limbo contest - then limp off to a waiting, palm-shaded hammock.
Overview
The City of Miami known as the “Magic City” is located in Southeast Florida, in Miami-Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously, transforming it into one of the world’s renowned centers where people can work, live and play while enjoying a high quality of life. The City of Miami, known for its diverse culture and ethnicities is the largest municipality in Miami-Dade County. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 362,470. By the year 2010 the population in the City is projected to rise to 390,191. Miami which is known as the Gateway to Latin America attracts a tremendous amount of foreign born people, resulting in a large Latin American population that includes Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Venezuelans, Puerto Ricans, Argentineans, Ecuadorians, Brazilians, Dominicans, Haitians and Mexicans. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60 percent Hispanic population, a 22.3 percent African-American population and an 11.9 percent White/other population.
Onboard the Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Gem
Year Built: 2007
Year Refurbished: 2022
Double Occupancy Capacity: 2394
On board, you'll find 16 dining options and 13 exciting bars and lounges where you can just hang out. There's even a bowling alley (a cruise industry first!) and rock climbing wall.
Activities & Services (included in cruise)
Rock Climbing Wall
- Card Room
- Casino
- Disco/Nightclub
- Game Arcade
- Movies
- Theater/Show Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Pool - Children's
- Pool - Outdoor
- Sports Facilities
- Walking/Jogging Track
- Golf Driving Net
- Hot Tub
- Art Gallery
- Bars/Lounges
- Internet Center
- Library
- Children's Indoor Play Area
- Organized Age Specific Activities
- Teen Center or Disco
- Teen Programs
- Business Center
- Concierge Desk
- Elevators
Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)
Spa
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Classes
- Full-Service Spa
- Spa Services/Massage
- Sauna/Steam Room
- Bowling
- Rock-Climbing Wall
- Babysitting
- Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
- Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
- Infirmary/Medical Center
- Safe Deposit Boxes
- Self-Service Laundromat
Grand Pacific
Main Dining
Grand Pacific: A first class dining experience in the grand tradition of the luxury ocean liners of yesteryear, Grand Pacific offers beautifully crafted contemporary and traditional dishes prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Plus, with Chef's Signature Dishes and a Chocoholic Night available once per sailing featuring specialty chocolate-based desserts, this Main Dining Room guarantees an amazing foodie experience.
Magenta: Balancing classic favorites with the hottest new dishes, Magenta is a can't-miss culinary experience. With daily changing menus offering even more variety and Chef's Signature Dishes featuring deliciously fresh ingredients, there's always something to look forward to inside this Main Dining Room.
Orchid Garden
Specialty Dining
Cagney's Steakhouse: Steak is the standard at this American-style steakhouse. Select from choice cuts of Black Angus perfectly prepared like traditional T-bone or tender Prime Rib. Don’t forget to order Cagney's made-from-scratch jumbo crab cakes and a side of truffle fries. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
La Cucina: Buonasera! Enjoy the finest ingredients at Norwegian's vibrant Italian ristorante. Spark a conversation amongst friends over a great bottle of wine and freshly baked artisan farm bread. Dine on classic dishes like pasta carbonara or lobster fettuccine. Then order the affogato and indulge in espresso over macadamia nut ice cream. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Le Bistro: Ornate French restaurant inspired by the colors, planting and artwork of the Pacific Islands. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Moderno Churrascaria: If you’re looking for a unique experience, Norwegian's authentic Brazilian steakhouse is a must. Start with an impressive salad bar of imported cheeses, olives, cured meats, ceviche and specialty salads. Be sure to save room for the delicious skewers of slow-roasted meats including beef, pork, lamb and chicken – all carved table-side by Norwegian's Pasadores. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Sushi: Take a seat at the sushi bar and watch in amazement as chefs expertly slice, carve, and roll the freshest ingredients into works of delicious art. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Teppanyaki: Flying shrimp. Onion volcanoes. Twirling knives. The sizzles and surprises never cease at Norwegian's authentic Japanese Hibachi restaurant. Sit around a lively shared table as a skillful chef slices, chops and grills steak, seafood and chicken on a large steel grill right before your eyes. Teppenyaki's chilled, sake-infused Wasabi Cocktail will have you flipping, too. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Garden Café
Casual Dining
Bali Hai Bar: A hot air balloon theme where the bar itself is styled as a ballooning basket with sandbags, ropes and a rattan front.
Garden Café: Made-to-order action stations, always-changing menu options, a fresh salad bar and a dessert bar make this way more than a traditional buffet.
O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill: This place is so inviting, everyone here really may eventually know your name. Dine on American classics as well as your favorite comfort foods, served 24 hours a day.
Orchid Garden: Enjoy a complimentary Asian Fusion dining venue featuring freshly prepared noodles, delicious wok fried dishes, authentic soups, and more.
The Great Outdoors: A spacious outdoor buffet with many choices that will surely keep you coming back for more.
Topsiders Bar & Grill: On deck near the Pools is Topsiders, a full bar and grill in close proximity to an ample sunning area and two hot tubs. Think of it as a total resort experience.
Room Service: If you can't come to the restaurant, Norwegian will bring the restaurant to you. Norwegian offers a menu of items that can be delivered to your stateroom. Room service is available 24 hours a day (a convenience charge applies to each order placed).
Disclaimer regarding ship dining
Staterooms feature modern design and can accommodate up to four guests.
Category: IX
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 143
Category: IF
Accommodates: 2-4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-278
Category: IB
Accommodates: 2-4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-278
Category: IA
Accommodates: 2-4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-278
Category: I4
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-278
Category: IT
Staterooms feature either a picture window or porthole.
Category: OX
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 161
Category: OK
Accommodates: 2-4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 161-183
Category: OF
Accommodates 2-4, total approximate size 140 - 161 sq. ft
Category: OB
Accommodates: 2-3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-161
Category: OA
Accommodates: 2-3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 138-161
Category: O4
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 155-161
Category: OT
Spacious staterooms feature a private balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors and a sitting area.
Category: BX
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 205, balcony size (in sq. ft): 38
Category: BA
Accommodates 2-4, total approximate size 200 - 289 sq. ft, balcony size 38 - 54 sq. ft
Category: B1
Accommodates: 3-4, Total Approx. Size (in sq. ft): 205, Balcony Size (in sq. ft): 38
Category: B4
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 205, balcony size (in sq. ft): 38
Category: BF
Accommodates 2-4, total approximate size 200 - 289 sq. ft, balcony size 38 - 54 sq. ft
Category: BT
Spacious suites and mini-suites feature private balcony and bath with shower. Suites feature butler and concierge service.
Category: MX
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 285, balcony size (in sq. ft): 54
Category: MB
Accommodates 4, total approximate size 272 - 285 sq. ft, balcony size 54 sq. ft
Category: MA
Accommodates 4, total approximate size 272 - 285 sq. ft, balcony size 54 sq. ft
Category: M1
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 272-416, balcony size (in sq. ft): 54-81
Category: SF
Accommodates: 3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 489-578, balcony size (in sq. ft): 208-284
Category: S4
Accommodates: 6, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 544-546, balcony size (in sq. ft): 54
Category: SD
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 501, balcony size (in sq. ft): 144
Category: SF
Accommodates: 3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 489-578, balcony size (in sq. ft): 208-284
Category: SM
Accommodates: 3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 375-387, balcony size (in sq. ft): 88-100
Category: SN
Accommodates: 3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 334-352, balcony size (in sq. ft): 54-65
Category: H1
Accommodates: 8, total approximate size: 4,252 sq. ft, balcony size: 1,675 sq. ft
Category: H2
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 1197, balcony size (in sq. ft): 567
Category: H3
Accommodates: 4, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 824, balcony size (in sq. ft): 151
Category: H4
Accommodates 4, total approximate size 791 sq. ft, balcony size 248 sq. ft
Category: H6
Accommodates: 6, total approximate size 572 sq. ft, balcony size 85 sq. ft
Category: HF
Accommodates: 3, total approximate size (in sq. ft): 440, balcony size (in sq. ft): 60
Symbol | Description |
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Stateroom with facilities for the disabled | |
Connecting staterooms | |
Third person occupancy available | |
Third and/or fourth person occupancy available | |
Third, fourth and/or fifth person occupancy available | |
Up to sixth person occupancy available | |
Elevator | |
Restroom | |
PrivaSea (partially enclosed balcony) | |
Up to eighth person occupancy available |
- Ship Name: Norwegian Gem
- Year Built: 2007
- Year Refurbished: 2022
- Year Entered Present Fleet: 2007
- Ship Class: Jewel
- Maximum Capacity: 2,394
- Number of Passenger Decks: 12
- Number of Crew: 1,070
- Officers' Nationality: International
- Ocean-View without Balcony: 243
- Ocean-View with Balcony: 360
- Total Inside Staterooms: 412
- Tonnage (GRT): 93,530
- Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,394
- Country of Registry: The Bahamas
- Total Staterooms: 1,197
- Suites with Balcony: 182
- Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
Available Dates & Prices
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Ship's registry: The Bahamas
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