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Pride of America
Pride of America is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 2005. She measures 80,439 gross tons and carries 2,180 guests with a crew of 927. She sails Hawaii itineraries.
About Pride of America
Pride of America is the only US-flagged ship in Norwegian's fleet, a vessel of about 80,400 gross tons carrying 2,180 guests at double occupancy that sails seven-day round trips from Honolulu around the Hawaiian Islands all year. Her hull was started in Pascagoula, Mississippi, in 2000 for the failed Project America; Norwegian bought it, had her completed at Lloyd Werft in Bremerhaven, Germany, and put her into service in 2005 for its NCL America division. A 2025 renovation added more Club Balcony Suites. Her venues carry American themes, from the Waikiki Bar and South Beach Pool to the Mardi Gras Cabaret and Night Club.
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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
Home port: Honolulu, Hawaii.
Flying in for your cruise?
Pride of America sails from Honolulu, Hawaii. The airport is Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL), with 10 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Delta Sky ClubHNL Terminal 24.9 ★
- United ClubHNL Terminal 24.8 ★
- ANA Lounge & ANA Suite LoungeHNL Terminal 24.3 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Pride of America?
Pride of America is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line.
How big is Pride of America?
Pride of America measures 80,439 gross tons and 280 metres in length.
How crowded does Pride of America feel?
Pride of America has a passenger space ratio of 36.9: 80,439 gross tons for 2,180 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Pride of America feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Pride of America carry?
Pride of America carries 2,180 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 927 (about 2.4 guests per crew member).
When did Pride of America enter service?
Pride of America entered service in 2005 and was last refurbished in 2025.
Where does Pride of America sail?
Pride of America sails Hawaii itineraries. Her home port is Honolulu, Hawaii.
Which airport should I fly into for Pride of America?
Pride of America sails from Honolulu, Hawaii. Fly into Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Pride of America?
Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Pride of America; this page links to Deck plans.
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