Norwegian Bliss - Panama Canal from Los Angeles to Miami
Norwegian Bliss's October 2026 repositioning from her West Coast season to the East Coast: a 16-night one-way from Los Angeles to Miami through the Neopanamax locks of the Panama Canal. Six port calls across Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Jamaica alternate with sea days, with the daylight canal transit as the centerpiece on day 12.
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Ship Details — Norwegian Bliss
View full Norwegian Bliss detailsYear Built
2018
Tonnage
168,028 GT
Passengers
4,004
Crew
1,716
Decks
20
Class
Breakaway Plus
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Norwegian Bliss
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Norwegian Bliss sailing. Based on 1,900 discussions.
Norwegian Bliss debuted in 2018 as one of NCL's flagship Breakaway-Plus mega-ships and quickly became the line's go-to vessel for Alaska, sailing round-trip from Seattle. What makes it stand out is the combination of top-deck thrills and a design tuned for scenic cruising: a two-level go-kart speedway and open-air laser tag up top, paired with a sprawling forward Observation Lounge built specifically to take in Alaska's glaciers and coastline. The vibe is high-energy and family-friendly, but with enough adults-only and premium retreats that couples and solo travelers also feel catered to.
What People Love
- The two-level Bliss Speedway go-kart track is a genuine bucket-list thrill that reviewers love for the novelty of racing on top of a cruise ship
- Purpose-built for Alaska, the expansive forward Observation Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows is repeatedly called the perfect spot for soaking in glaciers and scenery
- Strong Broadway-caliber entertainment, with Tony Award winners Jersey Boys and Six plus the wildly popular Beatles cover band in The Cavern Club
Common Complaints
- The main pool deck gets badly overcrowded, with many guests saying you must pay extra for Vibe Beach Club just to find a lounger
- Persistent nickel-and-diming: go-karts, laser tag, arcade, specialty dining and drinks all carry upcharges on top of the fare
- Buffet food draws frequent criticism as mediocre to poor, even when main and specialty dining rate well
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