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Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Viva is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship of the Prima class, in service since 2023. She measures 143,535 gross tons and carries 3,195 guests with a crew of 1,506. She sails Caribbean, Mediterranean, Transatlantic itineraries.
About Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Viva is Norwegian Prima's sister, delivered by Fincantieri at Marghera on August 3, 2023, and sailing her maiden voyage a week later. She measures about 143,500 gross tons and carries 3,195 guests at double occupancy, with the Viva Speedway, The Wave, Indulge Food Hall and Infinity Beach among her features. In 2026-27 she sails Caribbean cruises from Galveston, Texas, in winter and Greek Isles and Mediterranean voyages from Venice (Ravenna), Istanbul and Rome in summer.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- MediterraneanWestern Med, Greek Isles and Adriatic, mostly April to November
- Transatlanticcrossings between Europe and the Americas, mostly in spring and autumn
Home port: Galveston, Texas.
Flying in for your cruise?
Norwegian Viva sails from Galveston, Texas. The airport is George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), with 12 lounges to wait in before you board.
- United Club (E)IAH Terminal E4.7 ★
- The Centurion LoungeIAH Terminal D4.6 ★
- United Polaris LoungeIAH Terminal E4.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Viva is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line and belongs to its Prima class.
How big is Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Viva measures 143,535 gross tons and 294 metres in length.
How crowded does Norwegian Viva feel?
Norwegian Viva has a passenger space ratio of 44.9: 143,535 gross tons for 3,195 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Norwegian Viva feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Norwegian Viva carry?
Norwegian Viva carries 3,195 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,506 (about 2.1 guests per crew member).
When did Norwegian Viva enter service?
Norwegian Viva entered service in 2023.
Where does Norwegian Viva sail?
Norwegian Viva sails Caribbean, Mediterranean and Transatlantic itineraries. Her home port is Galveston, Texas.
Which airport should I fly into for Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Viva sails from Galveston, Texas. Fly into George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), which has 12 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Norwegian Viva; this page links to Deck plans.
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