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Nordlys

The interior of the MS Nordlys is inspired by the Northern Lights. Beautiful woodwork and brass fittings provide the ship with an elegant, yet comfortable, touch. Artwork from various Norwegian artists decorates the hallways. Guests have a variety of activities to keep them busy on board, including an arcade, a library and a fitness center, complete with sauna. Or, for a more relaxing experience, simply observe the surrounding landscapes in one of the panoramic lounges located on the top deck. The crew size on each sailing varies to maintain a ratio of one crew member for every three passengers.

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Ship Statistics
Year Built 1994
Refurbished 2019
Refurbished 2025
Tonnage 11,200 tons
Registry Norway
Length 400 feet
Beam 63 feet
Passenger Capacity 590
Crew Size 230
# of Inside Cabins 21
# of Outside Cabins 205
# of Cabins w/ Verandas 0
# of Suites 6
Max. Room Occupancy 2
Age Restrictions
One person must be 21 or older
Dining Options 6:30PM
Tipping Expected? No
Onboard Currency Norway Kroner
Services & Amenities
Bars/Lounges 3
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop No
Casino No
Chapel No
Disco/Dancing No
Elevators 3
Hot Tub No
Cell Phone Service Yes
Internet Center Yes
Wireless Internet Access Yes
Laundromats (self service) Yes
Laundry/Dry Cleaning No
Library Yes
Movie Theatre No
Outdoor Movie Screen No
Onboard Weddings No
Shops Yes
Showroom No
Spa No
Video Arcade Yes
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Basketball Court No
Fitness Center Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track No
Mini-Golf Course No
Swimming Pool No
Tennis Court No
Water Sports Platform No
Bowling No
Pickleball No
Cabin Features & Amenities
24-Hour Room Service No
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe No
Telephone No
Television Yes
Kids Facilities & Family Activities
Babysitting No
Children's Playroom Yes
Kiddie Pool No
Supervised Youth Program No
Teen Center No
Character Experiences No
Cooking Classes No
Rock Climbing Wall No
Dry Slides No
Escape Room No
Game Shows No
Waterslide No
Laser Tag No
Private Island No
Racetrack No
Roller Coaster No
Ropes Course No
Virtual Reality Games No
Zipline No
Special Needs & Requests
Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)
No
Kosher Meals No
Single Occupancy Cabins No
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins 3
Category M4, M2, Q (Expedition Suite)
Accommodating 2-4 guests, Expedition Suites feature a double bed, a separate lounge area, premium furnishings, and large windows, offering a peaceful and spacious retreat. Category Q has a double bed, suite 643 is wheelchair accessible. Category M is a two-bed suite.

Category P, U (Arctic Superior)
These outside facing cabins feature a double or twin bed and a window as standard, along with a kettle for tea and coffee.

Category N, O, J, L, SD (Wheelchair Accessible) (Polar Outside)
Polar Outside cabins offer the same essentials as Polar Inside, with the added bonus of a window or porthole for natural light and a glimpse of the passing coast. With flexible bed setups and compact seating, they strike a great balance between comfort and value. Selected cabins can fit a baby crib and have a small seating area, making them a good option for families. Cabins have separate beds, where one bed can be turned into a sofa. Category N Cabins have a window (cabins 543, 545 and 546 may experience noise from the outside doors, cabins 337, 339, and 341 may experience some noise and vibration). Most Category L cabins have portholes (choose cabin 309, 310, 311, or 312 if you prefer a window with a full view of the coast). Category O cabins have a window. Category J cabins have limited or no view. Category SD is wheelchair-accessible.

Category I (Polar Inside)
Polar Inside cabins are modest and efficient, offering everything you need for a comfortable journey minus the view. Accommodating 2 guests in twin beds, they provide a private space to relax and recharge.