Norwegian's latest cruise ship — complete with go-kart track — will begin sailing in 2023. Take a look at the Viva.

<ul class="summary-list"><li>We sailed on an older and newer ship on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-norwegian-cruise-line-new-1-billion-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10">Norwegian Cruise Line:</a> the Sky and Prima.</li><li>The smaller Sky was basic compared to the Prima's dazzling — but more expensive — activities.</li></ul><p>One look at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-norwegian-cruise-line-new-1-billion-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10">Norwegian Cruise Line's</a> older and newer vessels will make you realize just how much bigger, bolder, and more irresistible cruise ships are becoming.</p><p>Decades of modernization and astute profit-making strategies have pushed the mass-market cruise industry to transform its small floating hotels into giant resorts with amusement park-like amenities.</p><p>So far, travelers have been loving this shift. Just look at Royal Caribbean's <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/royal-caribbean-icon-of-the-seas-cruise-ship-review-photos-2024-2">Icon of the Seas</a>, what's now the world's largest cruise ship.</p><p>The 9,950-person vessel's amenities — which include a six-slide waterpark, waterfall, and ice skating rink — could be one reason Icon has become its operator's most popular product.</p><div type="image" title="Icon of the Seas' outdoor decks" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107796478" hostid="261" sizebytes="483724"></div><p>It's likely the showiest example of the move toward larger and more activity-packed vessels. But <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/royal-caribbean-norwegian-new-cruise-ships-compared-photos-2023-2">Royal Caribbean</a> isn't riding the "bigger is better" wave alone.</p><p>Competitor Norwegian Cruise Line is getting in on the action, too.</p><p>Two Business Insider reporters sailed on Norwegian's 25-year-old Norwegian Sky and the 1 ½-year-old Norwegian Prima. (Reporter Taylor Rains spent three nights on the Sky in January, while Brittany Chang joined Prima's complimentary four-night inaugural press sailing in late 2022.)</p><h2>Sky is Norwegian's second-oldest ship, while Prima is its second-newest</h2><p>The evolution of these vessels points to how Norwegian is evolving its fleet.</p><p>The $1.1 billion Prima — sister vessel to the newer Norwegian Viva — isn't its operator's largest product. (It ranks in seven out of 19.)</p><p>Still, it's still 117 feet longer and 66,431 gross tons heavier than the older Sky — with the ability to carry 1,095 more travelers.</p><iframe title="General facts" id="datawrapper-chart-Z9Y69" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/Z9Y69/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="447"></iframe><p>You'd probably envision something like the older Norwegian Sky when someone asks you to picture a typical cruise ship.</p><p>It has all the basics: a casino, a buffet, bars, children's clubs, and a crowded pool deck.</p><p>But when compared to newer ships, it fell short of major "wow" factors.</p><div type="image" title="The lobby of the Norwegian Sky with people around." height="3024" width="4032" msid="107796479" hostid="261" sizebytes="1131266"></div><p>The atrium was small and basic, the lounges lacked any razzle-dazzle, and the pool deck left much to be desired.</p><p>Most noticeably, it didn't have the grandiose amenities that are becoming more common on new ships, like the Prima. (Think water slides, flashy cocktail bars, and a go-kart race track.)</p><p>Yes, you read that right: go-karts. Good luck getting bored on the Norwegian Prima.</p><h2><strong>On-board amenities are getting flashier — and more expensive</strong></h2><iframe title="Amenities" id="datawrapper-chart-aYvUJ" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/aYvUJ/5/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="645"></iframe><p>Still, guests on the older Sky can spend their days at trivia and nights at song-and-dance shows.</p><p>Maybe even a round in the arcade, at bingo, or taking a spin on "Wheel of Fortune" — although these cost extra.</p><p>Despite the lack of super-modern amenities, Taylor found the ship's on-board events were enough to keep people entertained.</p><div type="image" title="composite of amenities on the Norwegian Sky" height="1500" width="2000" msid="107796482" hostid="261" sizebytes="128722"></div><p>But on the newer Prima, cruisers have a lot more options.</p><p>Aboard the Prima, travelers can indulge in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/family-friendly-amenities-norwegian-cruise-lines-new-prima-ship-2022-11">go-kart race track</a>, play at the arcade juiced with virtual-reality rides and games, and enjoy modern takes on mini-golf and darts.</p><p>For quieter afternoons, they can idle around Prima's beautiful outdoor lounges and walkways.</p><div type="image" title="The slides on the Prima." height="1500" width="2000" msid="107796483" hostid="261" sizebytes="162130"></div><p>But the go-karts, virtual reality arcade, mini-golf, and darts all <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-review-new-11-billion-norwegian-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10#but-for-revenue-cruise-goers-this-area-is-one-of-the-only-complimentary-entertainment-sections-aboard-the-cruise-ship-activities-like-mini-golf-and-the-vr-arcade-come-at-an-additional-cost-its-10-per-person-for-mini-golf-and-28-a-la-carte-or-29-for-one-hour-at-the-galaxy-pavilion-35">cost extra</a>.</p><p>Pricing varies per activity: A round on the karts is $15 per person, while the flashy arcade is $28 à la carte (or $29 for one hour).</p><p>As expected, these paid activities were also Brittany's favorites.</p><div type="image" title="composite of amenities on Norwegian Prima" height="1500" width="2000" msid="107796486" hostid="261" sizebytes="236464"></div><h2>Wining and dining options were vastly different as well</h2><iframe title="Food and beverage" id="datawrapper-chart-Sd7g0" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/Sd7g0/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="298"></iframe><p>A standard complimentary buffet made an appearance on the older Sky.</p><p>While a faster dining experience than the main dining room, which often had a 45-minute wait to be served, Taylor found the free-for-all options were lacking.</p><div type="image" title="composite of cruise ship buffet" height="1500" width="2000" msid="107796488" hostid="261" sizebytes="179050"></div><p>Surprisingly, Prima didn't have a typical buffet.</p><p>Instead, it hooked up all-day diners with a multi-stall food hall and diverse options like Spanish tapas, Texas barbecue, and Indian curries.</p><p>And the Prima's Onda by Scarpetta specialty restaurant — one of eight — was an Italian pasta-filled hit for Brittany (at the cost of $20 to $30 per dish). Still, she found herself returning to the complimentary food hall several times during her four nights at sea.</p><p>And unlike Sky, Prima has a list of unique bars, including one by the go-kart track (we don't condone drinking and driving!) and another that serves cocktails with liqueurs and syrups made from food scraps.</p><div type="image" title="composite of Prima's Indulge Food Hall" height="1500" width="2000" msid="107796490" hostid="261" sizebytes="235912"></div><h2>Norwegian's newer ship dangles an impressive but expensive carrot in front of cruising families</h2><p>The 25-year-old Sky did not dazzle compared to the newer Prima.</p><p>While there was enough on the old ship to entertain Taylor during her weekend getaway, she worried the lack of diverse amenities could get repetitive and boring.</p><p>Prima was the first cruise ship that didn't bore Brittany.</p><p>Fortunately for travelers, as the cruise industry has continued to embrace new tech and rides, ships have transformed from floating hotels into giant summer state fairs — ice cream included.</p><p>The 23-year difference in amenities between the Sky and Prima could not reflect that any more obviously.</p><div type="image" title="Norwegian Sky (left) and Norwegian Prima (right)" height="703" width="1405" msid="107796492" hostid="261" sizebytes="101746"></div><p>But with these advancements has come a shift to more exceptional pay-to-play activities.</p><p>It's a clear sign of the industry's shift toward the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cruise-industry-business-model-changing-bad-news-for-travelers-2023-4">budget airline model</a>: Charge a reasonable base fare but pile on enticing extras.</p><p>It's an approach that appears to be working.</p><p>When Norwegian opened bookings for Prima in 2021, the vessel quickly became its "most in-demand ship ever," following a record number of bookings within the first day and week, the cruise line said at the time.</p><h2>Glitzy new ships could be a no-brainer choice for cruising families</h2><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1650" width="2200" msid="107796493" hostid="261" sizebytes="224016"></div><p>To compare prices, we pulled two upcoming 10-day sailings with nine ports of call:</p><ul><li><p>On the newer Prima, there's a cruise from Reykjavik, Iceland to Southampton, UK, from $1,119 per person.</p></li><li><p>On the older Sky, there's a round-trip sailing that starts and ends in La Romana, Dominican Republic, from $800 per person.</p></li></ul><p>So what's our take on the older vs. newer debate?</p><p>Brittany prefers as many amenities as possible, even if they cost extra.</p><p>And Taylor says next time she's in the market for a cruise, she would rather pay extra for a longer itinerary if it meant being on a more impressive ship like Prima.</p><p>After all, who could say no to a go-kart race followed by a few drinks? Just make sure you budget for both.</p>

We took trips on a year-old Norwegian Cruise Line ship and a 25-year-old one. The differences show the evolution of the industry. 

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings operates three brands: Norwegian, Regent Seven Seas, and Oceania.</li><li>Mass-market Norwegian and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ultra-luxury-cruise-stateroom-not-favorite-regent-seven-seas-review-2023-12">ultra-luxury Regent Seven Seas</a> target travelers from different demographics.</li></ul><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/oceania-and-regent-seven-seas-cruise-ships-compared-2024-1"><u>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings</u></a> isn't always known for its caviar dinners and complimentary Champagne. But to some wealthy cruisers, these luxuries could be synonymous with the company.</p><p>The cruise giant oversees three brands: mass-market Norwegian Cruise Line, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/oceania-cruises-new-extended-sailings-africa-asia-premium-ship-2024-1"><u>premium Oceania Cruises</u></a>, and ultra-luxury Regent Seven Seas Cruises. As the cheapest and most expensive operators, the former and the latter couldn't be more different.</p><p>See how two of Norwegian and Regent Seven Seas' newer <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cruise-ships-compared-norwegian-prima-royal-caribbean-wonder-of-the-seas-2023-11"><u>cruise ships compare</u></a> — and which could be the best for you.</p><h2>Norwegian Cruise Line's Prima — the traditional option with splashy, family-friendly amenities</h2><div type="image" title="The pool on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Prima cruise ship." height="1875" width="2500" msid="107029685" hostid="261" sizebytes="344892"></div><p>In October 2022, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/era-solo-cruising-here-norwegian-new-solo-staterooms-photos-2023-10"><u>Norwegian Cruise Line</u></a> invited me on the Norwegian Prima's non-revenue inaugural sailing. At the time, the 3,100-guest vessel was the newest addition to the brand's family and one of its most popular products yet.</p><p>The cruise line touts itself as a "family-oriented" brand. And after four nights on the 965-foot-long <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-norwegian-cruise-line-new-1-billion-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10">Prima</a>, I agree.</p><p>Like many new <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/norwegian-unveils-new-aqua-ship-sailing-in-2025-2023-11"><u>mass-market ships</u></a>, the $1.1 billion vessel was as much a floating resort as it was an amusement park.</p><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1650" width="2200" msid="107029686" hostid="261" sizebytes="292486"></div><p>The Prima's upper decks are a dream for any bored child. Here, families can indulge in the water and dry slides, escape rooms, virtual reality arcade, and tri-level go-kart track, to name a few amenities.</p><p>Most of these seemed like unusual additions to a cruise. But after going on a very casual virtual alien-slaughtering rampage by way of an uncomfortably bulky headset, it's easy to see why these flashy activities have made the Prima a hot <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-review-new-11-billion-norwegian-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10"><u>cruise for families</u></a>.</p><p>It's not everyday entertainment on land, nonetheless a ship.</p><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1650" width="2200" msid="107029689" hostid="261" sizebytes="400552"></div><p>These decks' booming sound effects, bright structures, and hyperactive children could be overwhelming for any adult. </p><p>That's when it's time to head to the adults-only pool lounge, comedy club, or cocktail bar.</p><p>For some reason, the go-kart track has a bar as well. Don't think too much about its implications.</p><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1100" width="2200" msid="107029691" hostid="261" sizebytes="344204"></div><p>In the theater, Prima's entertainment could appeal to cruise show haters. Performances during my sailing included "The Price Is Right Live" and "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical."</p><p>As a sometimes cruise cynic, I must say both were unexpectedly enjoyable.</p><p>And as far as staterooms go, my <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-luxurious-1000-per-person-stateroom-inside-new-norwegian-prima-2022-10"><u>family balcony cabin</u></a> was roomy and flexed plenty of storage, modern details, and an unfortunate eye-sore of a mural.</p><div type="image" title="Inside the family balcony stateroom on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Prima" height="1875" width="2500" msid="107029804" hostid="261" sizebytes="365064"></div><p>But like other mass market cruises, travelers could easily blow past their vacation budget once on board. </p><p>The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/family-friendly-amenities-norwegian-cruise-lines-new-prima-ship-2022-11"><u>Prima's most enticing amenities</u></a> — the VR arcade, mini-golf course, and go-kart track — are all pay-to-play.</p><p>If you get bored of the five complimentary dining venues, the Starbucks and eight specialty restaurants — including sushi and Italian pasta — will also cost extra.</p><p>However, one of the "free" options includes an 11-venue food hall, which is still one of my favorite cruise dining experiences.</p><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1650" width="2200" msid="107029806" hostid="261" sizebytes="289452"></div><p>Norwegian has since welcomed its 19th vessel, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/norwegian-viva-cruise-ship-to%20set-sail-2023-2022-1"><u>Norwegian Viva</u></a>. </p><p>In 2024, Viva's itineraries start at $1,200 per person for a 10-day cruise, while Prima's cheapest is $900 per person for a seven-day sailing. </p><p>As sister vessels, many of their amenities are the same.</p><h2><strong>Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Grandeur — the ultra-luxury option with ultra-expensive fares</strong></h2><div type="image" title="seven seas grandeur pool deck" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029808" hostid="261" sizebytes="223904"></div><p>Regent Seven Seas is smaller than its mass-market sibling, both in the size of its fleet and vessels.</p><p>The operator only has six ships. Its newest, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/review-ultra-luxury-cruise-wealthy-travelers-regent-seven-seas-2023-12"><u>Seven Seas Grandeur</u></a>, accommodates 746 guests.</p><p>Its fares are as exhilarating as the Prima's go-kart track. The Grandeur's cheapest 2024 itinerary starts at $4,800 per person for seven nights.</p><div type="image" title="seven seas grandeur steak tartar" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029809" hostid="261" sizebytes="127602"></div><p>A cool $685 per night might seem expensive. But hear me out: What you pay is what you get.</p><p>As an <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/regent-seven-seas-cruise-luxury-best-part-see-inside-2024-1"><u>all-inclusive cruise line</u></a>, this fare can include roundtrip flights, pre-cruise hotel, and food, alcohol, and excursions.</p><p>Need to do laundry? No problem. That's included as well.</p><div type="image" title="Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grandeur's atrium" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029810" hostid="261" sizebytes="496508"></div><p>In December 2023, Regent Seven Seas invited me on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/new-luxury-cruise-ship-wealthy-travelers-regent-seven-seas-grandeur-2023-12"><u>the Grandeur's</u></a> non-revenue "christening" sailing. The best part was the food.</p><p>The $516 million floating hotel doesn't serve run-of-the-mill cruise meals. During my three nights at sea, I dined on sturgeon caviar, seared foie gras, and black truffles — and they'd all be at no additional cost to passengers.</p><p>For all the drinkers, the wine and cocktails flowed as freely as the lobster and filet mignon.</p><div type="image" title="Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grandeur's library" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029811" hostid="261" sizebytes="257444"></div><p>The Grandeur was built to be luxurious, tranquil, and generally kid-free.</p><p>There are no loud waterslides, arcades, or go-kart tracks. Instead, travelers can spend their afternoons at a cooking class, reading in the library, or playing bocce.</p><div type="image" title="Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grandeur's sports deck" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029812" hostid="261" sizebytes="658912"></div><p>Parts of the Norwegian Prima can only be accessed by guests who've booked more expensive cabin categories. </p><p>But because everything on the 735-foot-long Grandeur is included in its price — sans spa treatments and some expensive wines and excursions — almost nothing on the ship is off-limits.</p><p>This includes afternoons in the sauna, cocktails at the lounges, and espressos at the coffee shop.</p><div type="image" title="Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grandeur' DJ" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029813" hostid="261" sizebytes="299946"></div><p>With no overstimulating onboard activities, I thought I would feel bored for most of the sailing. But to my surprise, I was relaxed — an emotion I had never associated with cruises.</p><p>Sure, the gym was too small, the nighttime "Marauders' Ball" show too cringe, and the $6 million in on-board art (including pieces by Pablo Picasso) too ostentatious. </p><p>But these negatives were quickly forgotten during the peaceful afternoon tea service and whenever I returned to my <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ultra-luxury-cruise-stateroom-not-favorite-regent-seven-seas-review-2023-12"><u>concierge suite</u></a>.</p><div type="image" title="Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grandeur's concierge suite" height="1725" width="2300" msid="107029814" hostid="261" sizebytes="243704"></div><p>The 332-square-foot cabin, my most <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/explora-i-ocean-terrace-stateroom-review-2023-10"><u>sumptuous cruise stateroom</u></a> to date, came with an unexpectedly spacious balcony, a walk-in closet, and a marble-accented bathroom with — wait for it — a bathtub.</p><p>Forget a cruise ship! I want those amenities in my New York City apartment. I would've moved into my Grandeur cabin if I had the money.</p><h2><strong>Norwegian Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises couldn't be more the opposite</strong></h2><div type="image" title="Norwegian Prima" height="1650" width="2200" msid="107029815" hostid="261" sizebytes="187188"></div><p>The brands follow two approaches to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cruise-industry-business-model-changing-bad-news-for-travelers-2023-4"><u>cruise pricing</u></a>. Regent Seven Seas is expensive but all-inclusive. Its mass-market counterpart is more affordable but at the expense of having irresistible pay-to-play amenities.</p><p>These models then lay the groundwork for the ships' intentions. Norwegian Prima seemed designed to foster exhaustively fun, activity-filled trips. Seven Seas Grandeur is the opposite; instead conducive to a relaxing and quiet vacation.</p><p>What's best for you depends on what you want — and what you can afford.</p><p>If money isn't a problem, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-regent-seven-seas-5-month-world-cruise-2022-5"><u>Regent Seven Seas' ships</u></a> can provide a five-star hotel experience with the convenience of cruising. However, Norwegian is best for families, especially if parents need amusement park-like amenities to distract their young ones.</p>

I sailed on two Norwegian cruises — one that's $685 a night and one that's $130. Here's how I think they compare.

<ul class="summary-list"><li><keyword id="11905595" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="cristiano-ronaldo" source="Orion">Cristiano Ronaldo</keyword> scored a last-gasp winner for <keyword id="11895952" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="manchester-united" source="Orion">Manchester United</keyword> against Villarreal in the Champions League.</li><li>The strike was his fifth in six games since re-joining the club in the summer.</li><li>But his heroics at Old Trafford are merely covering the cracks of a team massively underperforming. </li></ul><p><a href="https://www.insider.com/category/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> rescued Manchester United from another slip in the Champions League, but his heroics are merely covering the cracks at a club that is massively underperforming.</p><p>The 36-year-old hit a 95th minute winner against Villarreal on Wednesday night to hand United a 2-1 victory and its first in the competition this season.</p><p>Cries of "Viva Ronaldo!" rang around at Old Trafford at the final whistle.</p><p>But United should have lost the match.</p><p>Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side was dominated from near start to finish by its Spanish opposition. Had it not been for some poor finishing and a handful of outstanding saves from goalkeeper David de Gea, the game could have quite easily been over by the time the visitors took the lead through striker Paco Alcacer just after half-time.</p><p>A sensational strike from defender Alex Telles brought United level, but it remained under the cosh until Ronaldo's last-gasp winner. </p><p>When Solskjaer's men did break forward, the lack of cohesion in the final third was clear to see, with Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood, Jadon Sancho, and Paul Pogba unable to combine to any real effect.</p><p>Solskjaer admitted after the match: "We got lucky in the end."</p><p>What he actually meant was that the team was saved by Ronaldo, and it isn't the first time isn't happened this season.</p><p>Since his sensational return to Old Trafford in the summer, <a href="https://www.insider.com/cristiano-ronaldo-outshines-lionel-messi-after-huge-summer-transfers-2021-9">Ronaldo has scored five goals in six matches.</a> His brace in United's 4-1 over Newcastle United on the opening day of the Premier League made for a second debut to remember, but the scoreline was flattering. </p><p>A week later he <a href="https://www.insider.com/premier-league-roundup-ivan-toney-leon-bailey-star-weekend-action-2021-9">scored the equalizer against West Ham United as United scraped a 2-1 win,</a> with Jesse Lingard netting in the final minute. Against Villarreal, Ronaldo's injury-time goal again proved vital.</p><p>But when Ronaldo is absent, so are United. Playing West Ham again, this time in the EFL Cup and with Ronaldo not in the squad, United lost 1-0.</p><p>Against Aston Villa in the Premier League last week, <a href="https://www.insider.com/emi-martinez-trolls-cristiano-ronaldo-aston-villa-beat-manchester-united-2021-9">Ronaldo had a rare quiet game.</a> Without his individual brilliance sparking United to life, it again lost 1-0.</p><p>United can't rely on Ronaldo forever. He is, after all, 36-years-old and entering the twilight of his career. Even though he keeps himself in unnaturally good shape, he's still ancient in terms of attacking <keyword id="11897666" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="soccer" source="Orion">soccer</keyword> players.</p><p>Instead, Solskjaer needs to work on getting the best out of the rest of his team, on which he's spent over $540 million since his appointment in 2019. </p><p>He needs to get Jadon Sancho, the future of the club, firing as he did for Borussia Dortmund over the past three seasons. He needs to get Paul Pogba playing the way, and in the position, he does for France. Most of all, he needs to get all his attacking players on the same wavelength. </p><p>For now, however, the Norwegian boss seems content to bet it all on Ronaldo.</p><p>"When you have Cristiano on the pitch, you always have a chance," he said after the win of Villarreal. </p>

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Norwegian's latest cruise ship — complete with go-kart track — will begin sailing in 2023. Take a look at the Viva.

Brittany Chang

We took trips on a year-old Norwegian Cruise Line ship and a 25-year-old one. The differences show the evolution of the industry.

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I sailed on two Norwegian cruises — one that's $685 a night and one that's $130. Here's how I think they compare.

Brittany Chang

Cristiano Ronaldo rescued Manchester United once again, but his heroics are merely covering the cracks in a massively underperforming team

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