# Youth-Focused Cruise Ships The Norwegian Bliss Boasts Laser Tag and a Race Track By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norwegian-bliss References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/article/norwegian-bliss-race-track-laser-tag-cruise-ship/) & [bliss.ncl](http://www.bliss.ncl.com) Cruising is often associated with relaxation and sunbathing, but the new Norwegian Bliss cruise ship has been created to help offer a new way to enjoy your time on the ocean. The ship features all-new amenities that are intended to provide guests with experienced unlike anything that has been done on the open ocean before. The ship features a go-kart race track and even a laser tag arena, which will offer younger passengers with an adventurous activity to partake in between ports. The ship also features several [nightclubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/listening-lounge), a [luxury spa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-at-sea-program) and tube slides to keep guests entertained for their entire cruise. The Norwegian Bliss cruise ship will start sailing in summer 2018 and identifies an increased focus on providing next-generation entertainment on board passenger vessels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Next-gen Cruise Entertainment:** Youth-focused cruise ships are offering innovative and unique onboard entertainment to differentiate themselves from competitors and attract younger passengers. - **Adventure Tourism:** Cruise ships are evolving into adventure tourism venues by providing unique activities with a focus on attracting younger clientele. - **Blurring of Hotel and Cruise Industries:** Cruise ships are increasingly providing experiences that cater to diverse passenger needs and offer a unique blend of both hotel and cruise industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cruise Industry:** The cruise industry is embracing change by providing innovative solutions to meet new expectations of customers. - **Tourism Industry:** The tourism industry is approaching a new era by providing unique cruise experiences that cater to diverse customer needs. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can learn from the blurring of hotel and cruise industries by providing unique experiences that cater to diverse client needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Entertainment-Focused Cruise Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-celebration.md) - [Elevated Cruise Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-of-the-seas.md) - [Multi-Generational Cruise Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summertime-fjordland.md) - [Oceanic Family Activity Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-at-sea-program.md) - [Metaverse-Enabled Cruise Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrity-cruises-1.md) - [Cruise Industry NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norwegian-cruise-line-nfts.md) - [Comedic Cruise Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/its-different-out-here.md) - [Adventure-Themed Cruises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-treasure.md) - [Cruise Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-at-sea-program.md)