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Pride of Hawaii - Profile of New Cruise Ship in 2006

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NCL Pride of Hawaii

NCL Pride of Hawaii

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Pride of Hawaii Cruise Ship Overview:

The Pride of Hawaii is similar to her sister ship the Norwegian Jewel, except the Pride of Hawaii has a distinctive Hawaiian decor and motif to match her year-round cruise itinerary in the Hawaiian Islands. The Pride of Hawaii is marketed to families and anyone wanting to cruise the Hawaiian Islands for a week.
Pride of Hawaii Cabins and Accommodations:

The Pride of Hawaii has many different levels of cabins. The most exclusive are the large garden villas and penthouse suites. The Pride of Hawaii has 540 cabins with private balconies, and some of these cabins are "family-friendly", with more space or interconnecting doors. The lowest priced cabins are the 229 interior cabins. These interior cabins include twin beds that can be converted into queen-sized, a TV, telephone, and private bath with hairdryer.
Pride of Hawaii Cuisine and Dining:

The Pride of Hawaii features NCL's "freestyle dining", which means that passengers can choose to eat at any of the 10 dining venues at the time they wish. Generally, making reservations at these restaurants is a good idea since they often fill up at the most popular times. Most of these dining options are included in the cruise fare, others have a fee. The Pride of Hawaii has a wide variety of cuisines: Asian, steakhouse, Italian, and tapas, just to name a few.
Pride of Hawaii Entertainment:

The Pride of Hawaii's Stardust Theater seats 1,037 and spans three decks. The Pride of Hawaii has colorful Las Vegas-style production shows put on by the Jean Ann Ryan Company. The Stardust Theater is also used for caberet entertainment.
Pride of Hawaii El Dorado Spa & Salon:

The El Dorado Spa is operated by Hawaii-based Mandara Spa, which is owned by cruise line favorite Steiner. The spa is at the stern and has large windows on three sides. The El Dorado Spa features an indoor lap pool, hydrotherapy pool, aromatic room, mud treatment room, 15 massage/therapy rooms, and beauty salon.
Pride of Hawaii Fitness Center:

The Pride of Hawaii fitness center is located at the top of the glass-domed atrium lobby, and is equipped with the latest equipment. Yoga, kick boxing, and body cycling classes are available for a fee. The spa also has couple's massage rooms.
Pride of Hawaii Cruise Ship Facts:

Ship's Registry -- USA
Passenger capacity -- 2,846
Crew members -- 1,000
Gross tonnage -- 93,000 grt.
Length -- 965 feet
Beam -- 106 feet
Passenger Decks -- 12
Cabins (total) -- 1188
Cabins (outside and balconies) -- 783
Cabins (interior) -- 405
Cabins (wheelchair accessible) - 27
Maximum speed -- 22 knots
Pride of Hawaii Christening Date -- April 2006

Pride of Hawaii Itineraries -- The Pride of Hawaii sails seven-day cruises in the Hawaiian Islands, roundtrip from Honolulu.

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