Vistafjord was ordered by Norwegian America Line (NAL) from Swan Hunter Shipbuilders, Newcastle, United Kingdom. She was based on the company's 1965-built , but with an enlarged hull, additional superstructure deck and improved interior layout.
Vistafjord was built for Norwegian America Line (NAL) by Swan Hunter Shipbuilders in Newcastle, UK. It was designed as a successor to the company’s 1965 vessel, featuring an enlarged hull, extra superstructure decks, and a more refined interior design.