Norwegian Joy - 9/27/2027
The September 27, 2027 cruise on the Norwegian Joy departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 20 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Jamaica (Seattle To Miami) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Joy sets sail on Monday, Sep 27th and returns on Sunday, Oct 17th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Joy - September 27, 2027 - 20 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 27th | Seattle, Washington |
| 2 | Sep 28th | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 29th | At Sea |
| 4 | Sep 30th | San Pedro (Los Angeles), California |
| 5 | Oct 1st | At Sea |
| 6 | Oct 2nd | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 7 | Oct 3rd | At Sea |
| 8 | Oct 4th | Acapulco, Mexico |
| 9 | Oct 5th | At Sea |
| 10 | Oct 6th | Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala |
| 11 | Oct 7th | At Sea |
| 12 | Oct 8th | Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica |
| 13 | Oct 9th | At Sea |
| 14 | Oct 10th | Fuerte Amador, Panama |
| 15 | Oct 11th | Panama Canal Transit |
| 16 | Oct 12th | Cartagena, Colombia |
| 17 | Oct 13th | At Sea |
| 18 | Oct 14th | Ocho Rios, Jamaica |
| 19 | Oct 15th | George Town, Grand Cayman |
| 20 | Oct 16th | At Sea |
| 21 | Sep 27th | Miami, Florida |
The Norwegian Joy sails on September 27, 2027 for a 20 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Jamaica (Seattle To Miami). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 17th at N/A. During the 21-day journey, the Norwegian Joy will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Joy
NORWEGIAN JOY SIZE
The Joy has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length. Norwegian Joy is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Joy holds 5,625 passengers. That includes 3,804 cruise vacationers and 1,821 staff members. The Joy total number of staterooms is 1,902.
Norwegian Joy Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:167,725 GT
- Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
- Beam:136 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2017
- Years Served:2017 - Present
- Capacity:3,804
- Crew Members:1,821
- Total on Board:5,625
- Total Staterooms:1,902
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:920 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Joy age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Joy Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Acapulco, Mexico, offers docking at Acapulco Port. Travelers explore La Quebrada cliff divers and Fort San Diego. Excursions include snorkeling at Roqueta Island. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff dives and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aztec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Acapulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling performances and scenic beaches, making Acapulco an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Caldera Port. Travelers explore Carara National Park and Jacó Beach. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures scarlet macaws and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puerto Caldera’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic beaches, making Puerto Caldera an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Fuerte Amador, Panama, offers docking at Fuerte Amador Port. Travelers explore Amador Causeway and Biomuseo. Excursions include Panama Canal tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance causeway walks. Fuerte Amador’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of urban landmarks and scenic waterways, making Fuerte Amador an engaging destination for exploration.
Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)