Norwegian Joy’s new look

NORWEGIAN Cruise Line showed off her most recently renovated ship last weekend, inviting Cruise Weekly on board Norwegian Joy’s inaugural US sailing.

Joy was purpose-built for the Chinese market but underwent a US$50 million renovation at the end of last year to make her almost identical to her sistership, Norwegian Bliss.

The two vessels will now both sail Alaska for the 2019 season.

Some of the major changes for Joy from her Chinese version include new carpet across the entire ship, the addition of more bars and dining venues, the removal of some of the casino space and shopping areas and the inclusion of more pools in the place of what used to be an outdoor garden used for tai-chi.

The new Joy also features the production of Footloose, the first time the musical has been shown at sea.

Like Bliss, Joy has a race track and laser tag, along with the Haven accommodation.

Pictured above is the Galaxy Pavilion, inset above is the Observation Lounge which includes a Starbucks and inset le is part of the Waterfront, a series of dining venues with both inside and outside seating.

See more pictures from our ship tour on Facebook HERE.