November 24, 2008 - Norwegian Spirit is back in business after completing a multi-million dollar refurbishment aimed at enhancing the guest experience.

The 2,376 passenger ship, which joined the fleet in 2004, has receiving a complete renovation to all its public areas, staterooms and suites as part of the upgrade process, before embarking on a series of Exotic Western Caribbean sailings from New Orleans.

The refurbishments come in addition to the extensive improvements already made as part of NCL's fleet-wide initiative implemented to boost the on board experience, from food and beverage, to self-improvement classes and upgraded staterooms.

Says UK general manager Stephen Park: "Norwegian Spirit's overhaul means that thousands of passengers will benefit from much improved interiors and on board facilities, all of which will make their time with us more enjoyable. The recent enhancements coupled with the current refurbishments means that Norwegian Spirit will emerge refreshed and revitalised for her much anticipated winter season sailing seven-day Exotic Western Caribbean cruises from New Orleans."

The refurbishment programme included:

• A new onboard phone system has been upgraded to a state of the art wireless system
• 11 new staterooms, eight of which are balconies
• The Stardust Theatre, with a capacity of approximately 700, has receiving all new seating and chairs
• All open decks including the main pool, children's pool and four hot tubs have undergone refurbishment
• New wallpaper installed in suites, corridors and public areas
• More than 21,000 sq metres of carpet replaced in public areas, stairwells, suites and staterooms
• The Roman Spa & Fitness Centre upgraded with new doors, panels and seats
• New curtains added to all suites
• More than 60 windows replaced
• Tiles in 300 bathrooms throughout the ship replaced
• Seating throughout the ship reupholstered
• One diesel engine replaced

Norwegian Spirit re-entered service to begin a series of 21 nine-night Exotic Western Caribbean fly-cruises from New Orleans, where she is based for the winter season.

She showcases 11 restaurants ranging from Tapas to Teppanyaki, seven bars and lounges, multiple entertainment venues, two pools, extensive children's facilities, a sports deck, casino, spa, and a variety of spacious public rooms.