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Norwegian Breakaway Deck Plans & Reviews

Norwegian Breakaway

Activities & entertainment

Arts and Crafts Classes
Barber Shop *
Basketball Court
Behind the Scenes Tour *
Bungee Trampoline
Climbing Wall
Dance Classes
Bliss Ultra Lounge
Deck Parties
Fitness Center
Fitness Classes *
Breakaway Casino *
Gaming Lessons *
Whirlpools (8)
Hydrotherapy Pool *
Internet Cafe *
Jogging Track
Late Night Dancing
Pools 4 (4)
Poolside Games
Ropes Course
Salt Room *
Spa Thermal Suite *
Sports Complex
The Library
Vibe Beach Club
Video Arcade *
Waterslides (3)
Wine Tasting *
Entourage Teen Lounge
Kids Aqua Park
Splash Academy
The Humidor Cigar Lounge
The Haven Lounge _ Suite Guests
Medical Center
Breakaway Theater
Headliners Comedy Club
Onboard Movie Screenings
Studio Lounge
Spiegel Tent *
Howl at the Moon
Live Nightly Music
Syd Normans Pour House
Sports Games Televised
Savor Restaurant - Main
Taste Restaurant - Main
The Manhattan Room Restaurant - Main
Shanghais Noodle Bar - Asian
Wasabi - Asian *
Bar at the Atrium - Atrium Bar *
Moderno Churrascaria - Brazillian *
Garden Cafe - Buffet
Prime Meridian Bar - Clubby Bar *
Bar 21 - Cocktail Bar *
Mixx Bar - Cocktail Bar *
Le Bistro French Restaurant - French *
Dolce Gelato - Gelato *
La Cucina Italian Restaurant - Italian *
Teppanyaki - Japanese *
American Diner - Diner *
Shakers Cocktail Bar - Martini Bar *
The Bake Shop - Pastries *
Waves Pool Bar - Pool Bar *
OSheehans Neighborhood Bar and Grill - Pub
The Raw Bar - Raw Fare *
Ocean Blue - Seafood *
Cagneys Steakhouse - Steakhouse *
The Haven Restaurant - Suite Guests
Maltings Beer and Whiskey Bar - Whiskey Bar *
Headliners Bar - Comedy Club Bar *
Skyy Vodka - Vodka Bar *
Syd Normans Pour House - Beer Bar *
Room Service *
Excellent 87
Very Good 68
Terrible 73
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English ( 327 )
Spanish ( 3 )
Italian ( 3 )

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Norwegian Breakaway

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Built in 2013 and refurbished in 2020, the 3,963-passenger Norwegian Breakaway pleases passengers with a lively atmosphere and family-friendly amenities.

Offerings include two Aqua Parks (one of which is especially for children), a three-level Sports Complex with a ropes course, and specialized kids and teens clubs. In addition to a smattering of daytime activities, the ship contains more than 19 dining options. Other options include three main dining rooms, a noodle bar and a popular steakhouse. Entertainment ranges from Broadway performances to dueling piano acts.

As far as cabins go, categories range from small Studio accommodations for solo travelers to Inside, Oceanview, Balcony and Club Balcony Suite cabins, as well as Spa designated rooms with extra perks. For even more luxury, guests can spring for a Haven category cabin, which offers more space, a private balcony and access to private dining and lounge areas. Even with the ship's massive size, the 1,657 crew members on board ensure that service is still a priority.

Breakaway sails from New York City , Miami , New Orleans and Rome to destinations in the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda, Europe, Canada and New England.

Pros & Cons

Ship offers more than 19 dining venues for passengers to choose from

Some onboard entertainment costs extra

Expert Rating » 4.0
Traveler Rating » 3.8
Health Rating » 5.0

Norwegian Breakaway ranks # 6 out of 19 Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

# 6 in Best Norwegian Cruise Line
# 27 in Best Cruises for Families
# 46 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
# 53 in Best Affordable Cruises

Norwegian Breakaway offers a wide range of accomodation options. Browse cabins to find the stateroom that suits your needs.

Norwegian Breakaway contains 14 decks. Find out which features are available on each Norwegian Breakaway deck.

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Norwegian Breakaway Review

A detailed review from experienced long-term cruisers.

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Some contexts of our cruising experiences in the past. My wife and I have gone on 25 + cruises over 43 years. Our first five and last five on NCL. As time has gone on, we have wanted more of our Cruising Experience. We started with the most inexpensive inside cabin during our honeymoon 43 years ago. Five years ago, we found the NCL Haven and loved it. The Haven Premium was a bit to much for us on this cruise so we did a Club Balcony Suite on this cruise. Two cruises ago, November 2021, we did the nicest Haven Cabin (The H2 Haven Deluxe Owners Suite) with our two (2) adult children. That was our 43rd wedding anniversary. It was also wonderful to have our kids joining us. The older we get, the better we enjoy family and friends joining us when we cruise. On to the NCL Breakaway review.

Our choice of the NCL Breakaway out of New Orleans on December 4, 2022, was pre-determined. Last year on the NCL Joy for our family vacation, my wife won the Slot tournament which gave her an entry into the “Casino’s at Sea” Slot Tournament finals for “Winner takes all $100,000.00”. We have gone on this itinerary (Ports) three other times so the ports were a non-issue to us. Another positive thing was we could drive to the Port of New Orleans in just under 6 hours which was a GREAT benefit, especially on our drive home. Also, for whatever reason knowing I was driving allowed me to sleep the last night with far less stress. Airports give me stress because I almost lived in them in my career. I will overview this cruise review into parts. I hope you like it and it helps you.

Cabin Review

Mid-ship mini-suite with balcony.

Cabin 13232 which was dead center of the ship. More on this below but I wanted to keep it in sequence for those reading this review. This was my second time in a Club Balcony Suite. My first time was on the NCL Joy, as a solo cruiser, in March 2022. The beds can be separated with the nightstand in the middle of the two beds. Or they can be together for a king bed. The bathroom had a large sink with two faucets, a walk-in shower, and a little storage under the sink. The shower needed some work, but it was acceptable. The water pressure and hot water was great. Better than at my home. You get two bath towels but can ask for more. The soaps are in dispensers, which is common. The suite storage was acceptable for two (2) people but might have been tight if we had a third. On that note, a third in this cabin would be very tight but doable. The bed was very comfortable. The LCD TV with digital information was easy but please remember the movies have a cost. The closet has a small safe but not big enough for a laptop. I always have all the “For Sale Items” taken out of my suite on day one so the mini-Refrigerator can be used for other items as needed. The small couch was comfortable, but we rarely used it. The Balcony was small with two chairs and a small table enough for two. This Club Balcony Suite comes with a complimentary bag of laundry. Give your room steward the laundry at least two days before you leave. Some down sides were not enough outlets and none by the bed which was a negative. Also, the outlet by the desk would go off needing maintenance when my wife used her personal dryer. The phone system was rarely used but don’t expect to get to guest services on it. You will wait forever. I give this Club Balcony Suite (MA) a 3 out of 5 stars.

Port Reviews

Nice place and I appreciate how close it was from the port.

Harvest Caye

Great port and very safe as well as clean. The zip line is a gas. We love the Beach Villa when with others whom are cruising with us. We wish the island was included on the drink and food package but it is extra. The pool is lovely with a bar in the pool but should be heated. Easy to get a lounge chair and umbrella. Quick walk from the ship.