Two Norwegian Cruise Line ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Norwegian Joy (2017) is the newer ship by 18 years versus Norwegian Sky (1999). Norwegian Joy is the larger hull at 167,725 GT (~118% bigger). Norwegian Sky sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (1,928 vs 3,804).
| Spec | Norwegian Joy | Norwegian Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2017 | 1999 |
| Tonnage | 167,725 GT | 77,104 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 3,804 | 1,928 |
| Guests (max) | 3,883 | 2,450 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Norwegian Joy has things the other doesn't: USB ports in cabins, Wheelchair rentals, Accessible pool lift.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.