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ncl_newel_034.jpg (122464 bytes) ncl_newel_0125.jpg (113180 bytes) In the style of many of her sister ships, the Norwegian Jewel was constructed at Meyer Werft Shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.  She was christened on 3 November, 2005 at an official ceremony at the Port of Miami.  Her Godmother is Melania Trump, spouse of Donald Trump.

Norwegian Jewel is the first of Norwegian Cruise Line's four Jewel class ships.  She was followed in 2006 by Norwegian Jade (originally the Pride of Hawaii) and Norwegian Pearl, and then in 2007 by Norwegian Gem.  Each ship offers similar amenities but share similar hull and interior layout.

Norwegian Jewel was originally preceded by two Libra class ships, Norwegian Star and Norwegian Dawn.  While the Star and Dawn have similar hulls, the amenities and services offered by the Jewel are significantly different.  Norwegian Jewel offers a consistently high product across many regions, having sailed full Europe seasons, Caribbean, and Alaska seasons, offering occasional Panama Canal sailings.

Norwegian Cruise Line has evolved the Freestyle Cruising concept over many years and Norwegian Jewel executes this brand seamlessly, offering her guests an exceptional array of choices and great flexibility.

Norwegian Jewel truly rivals land based facilities with her luxury villas, martini and Champagne bars, interconnecting family-friendly staterooms, and electronic restaurant reservations system.  Norwegian Jewel is an optimal choice for both families and single guests looking for complete choice and casual flexibility.

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