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Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship of the Dawn class, in service since 2002. She measures 92,250 gross tons and carries 2,290 guests with a crew of 1,032. She sails Mediterranean, Bahamas, Transatlantic itineraries.
About Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn, sister ship of Norwegian Star, is a Dawn-class vessel of about 92,250 gross tons with room for 2,290 guests at double occupancy. Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, built her after she was ordered as SuperStar Scorpio for Star Cruises, and she sailed her maiden voyage in December 2002. Her most recent refurbishment was in 2024, and her venues include Los Lobos Cantina, Le Bistro, the Sugarcane Mojito Bar and the Havana Club Cigar Bar. In the 2026-27 winter she sails four- to 12-day Bahamas and Caribbean cruises from Jacksonville, Florida, then spends summer 2027 on Mediterranean voyages between Lisbon and Barcelona.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Where she sails
- MediterraneanWestern Med, Greek Isles and Adriatic, mostly April to November
- Bahamasshort trips from Florida, often with a day on a line's private island
- Transatlanticcrossings between Europe and the Americas, mostly in spring and autumn
Home port: Jacksonville, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Norwegian Dawn sails from Jacksonville, Florida. The airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), with 1 lounge to wait in before you board.
The lounge at Jacksonville International Airport on Lounge FrogEvery ship sailing from Jacksonville, FloridaQuick answers
Which cruise line operates Norwegian Dawn?
Norwegian Dawn is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line and belongs to its Dawn class.
How big is Norwegian Dawn?
Norwegian Dawn measures 92,250 gross tons and 294 metres in length, with 15 decks.
How crowded does Norwegian Dawn feel?
Norwegian Dawn has a passenger space ratio of 40.3: 92,250 gross tons for 2,290 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Norwegian Dawn feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Norwegian Dawn carry?
Norwegian Dawn carries 2,290 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,032 (about 2.2 guests per crew member).
When did Norwegian Dawn enter service?
Norwegian Dawn entered service in 2002 and was last refurbished in 2024.
Where does Norwegian Dawn sail?
Norwegian Dawn sails Mediterranean, Bahamas and Transatlantic itineraries. Her home port is Jacksonville, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Norwegian Dawn?
Norwegian Dawn sails from Jacksonville, Florida. Fly into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which has 1 airport lounge listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Norwegian Dawn?
Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Norwegian Dawn; this page links to Deck plans.
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