Overview
This sparkling cruise ship is the perfect choice for year-round cruises from New York. Sail to the Bahamas & Florida, the Caribbean, or up the coast of Canada & New England. Tons of dining choices and Freestyle Cruising, Norwegian Gem has it all. Chill out by the pool, get lucky in the casino, unwind at the spa, and make the kids happy with WiiTM games and lots more. Accommodations range from the luxurious multi-room or romantic suites to spacious and affordable staterooms.
Activities
Entourage
Teenagers 13-17 have their own hip space to hang out. By day, it's the coolest clubhouse by sea. By night it turns into a dance club party. Add fashion and theatre workshops, themed events, pool parties and more. It's all complementary, and it's all supervised by our certified youth staff.
Spa Thermal Suite
The Thermal Suite offers a unique experience benefiting the mind and body, from the weightlessness effect of water in the Thalasso Therapy Pool* to the gentle, radiant warmth of heated mosaic lounge chairs. Take a dip in the hot tub and leave the world behind as the power of the warm water improves your circulation and loosen stiff muscles. Then head to the steam room to relax stiff joints, improve your immune system and alleviate pains. If detox is what you crave, sit down at the sauna a little while in the dry heat to sweat out your cares as your heart and sweat glands work together to purify your body.
Mandara Spa & Salon
If being pampered is your idea of a vacation, the Mandara Spa & Salon is the place for you. This full service beauty salon and spa offers a wide range of spa treatments to rejuvenate your body and soul.
Splash Academy
Get into the zone of fun because Splash Academy is just for kids! With lots of open space for active games and an arts and crafts area kids can do what they do best - be a kid!
The Chapel
This on-board chapel also functions as a meeting room.
Video Arcade
Stop by the video arcade and capture a few aliens, win a car race, play pinball and fly a jet fighter. Anything is possible.
More Choices
- Art Gallery
- Basketball/Volleyball/Tennis Court
- Body Waves Fitness Center
- Business Center & Meeting Rooms
- Card Room/Life Style Room
- Gem Club Casino Bar
- Hot Tubs
- Jogging/Walking Track
- The Library
- Tahitian Pool
- Photo Gallery
- Kid's Pool
- Spa
Shopping
- Colombian Emeralds International
- The Tides
- Trade Routes Boutiques
- Tradewinds
Cafes, Bars, and Lounges
Topsiders Bar & Grill
Enjoy casual dining to suit every taste. From grilled burgers to English-stlye fish and chips, come as you are and eat as you like after a night out or before your day begins.
Spinnaker Lounge
At night, the atmosphere at the Spinnaker Lounge is charged when the music comes up and the stage becomes a dance floor. Panoramic views make this the place perfect for parties and informal meetings.
Atrium Cafe & Bar
Serves frozen coffees, espressos, cappuccinos, teas, pastries and cookies.
Bliss Ultra Lounge & Night Club
A lounge inspired by all things spherical and out of space. Bubbles, the use of lighting, color and ultraviolet artworks will be throughout this room. The lounge is also equipped with plasma TVs.
Corona Cigar Club
Step into the world of rolled premium cigars, cognacs and spirits at the Cigar Club. This is one place where it is completely acceptable to light up in public.
Gem Club Casino Bar
The Gem Bar is located in Norwegian Gem's casino which features a circus theme reflecting bold and brash colors of traditional traveling circuses at the turn of the century.
More Choices
- Sugarcane Mojito Bar
- Stardust Theater
- Shakers Martini & Cocktail Bar
- Sake Bar
- O'Sheehan's
- Maltings Beer & Whiskey Bar
- Bali Hai Bar & Grill
- Great Outdoors Bar
- Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar
Dining
(Complimentary)
O'Sheehan's
Dine on reinvented Irish pub classics while sipping your favorite draft beer, all in a casual atmosphere open 24 hours a day. There's no cover charge to dig into your favorite comfort foods and savory Daily Specials, such as Prime Rib and all-you-can-eat Ribs, while taking in a sports game.
Grand Pacific (Main Dining Room)
A first class dining experience in the grand tradition of the luxury ocean liners of yesteryear, Grand Pacific offers beautifully crafted contemporary and traditional dishes prepared with only the freshest ingredients. This Main Dining Room guarantees an amazing foodie experience.
Orchid Garden
Enjoy a complimentary Asian Fusion dining venue featuring freshly prepared noodles, delicious wok fried dishes, authentic soups, and more.
More Choices
- Bali Hai Bar & Grill
- Garden Cafe / Kids Cafe
- Magenta (Main Dining Room)
- Room Service
- Topsiders Bar & Grill
- Great Outdoors
Specialty Dining (Additional Charge)
Moderno
Looking for a unique experience? Our authentic Brazilian steakhouse is a must. Start with an impressive salad bar, but save room for skewers of slow-roasted meats carved tableside by our Pasadores. Oceanside seating available.
Cagney's
Steak is the standard at our American-style steakhouse. Sip your favorite cocktail as you select from premium choice cuts of Angus beef perfectly prepared. And dont forget to order Cagney's famous Parmesan truffle fries. Menu is a la carte.
Teppanyaki
The sizzles and surprises never cease at our authentic Japanese Hibachi restaurant. Sit at a lively shared table as a skillful chef perfectly grills steak, seafood and chicken on a large steel grill.
More Choices
- Sushi
- La Cucina
- Atrium Cafe
- Le Bistro
Entertainment
Blazing Boots
A first class tribute to pop country showcasing songs from the genre's biggest superstars including Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Shania Twain, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert and many others. This dazzling full scale production show blends eye popping music video visuals, hot vocals and innovative choreography into an evening that is part rock concert and all fun. From tear-your-heart-out country ballads to barn burning up tempo hits, this show is sure to get you fired up and your boots blazing!
Get Down Tonight
The Norwegian Gem Production Cast takes you on a trip through time to re-live your favorite memories and music of the 1970s. Rock-out tonight with music from acts like Earth, Wind & Fire, The Who and many more featuring music by the Norwegian Gem Showband.
Pure Variety
Enjoy a fantastic evening of song and dance as the Norwegian Production Cast brings a night of entertainment; showcasing the many talents and styles from our production cast. Featuring the Norwegian Show Band.
Swing! The Musical
A dazzling display of some of the best music and dance styles from the swing era of jazz (1930s-1940s) while showcasing the exhilarating songs of many well-known artists like Duke Ellington, William "Count" Basie, and Benny Goodman.