Norwegian Cruise Line has announced two milestones as it enters the busy winter season: the all-new Norwegian Viva has arrived in San Juan, Puerto Rico, for a season of Caribbean sailings through April 2024, while sister ship Norwegian Prima settled in at the Port of Galveston in Texas for its first official season since her launch in 2022.
The Viva, which was recently christened with a star-studded event in Miami, will offer port-intensive seven-day Caribbean voyages, allowing guests to wake up each day in a new tropical island paradise.
Norwegian Viva docked in Miami. (Photo Credit: Norwegian Cruise Line)
The itinerary includes calls to Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. John's, Antigua; Bridgetown, Barbados; Castries, St. Lucia; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Notably, the voyage offers an unparalleled experience with no days at sea, ensuring travelers can make the most of their time in these breathtaking destinations.
“We are excited to bring Norwegian Viva to Puerto Rico and offer our guests the opportunity to explore this remarkable island, which serves as a perfect centrally located homeport that allows us to take them to some of the most beautiful and culturally rich destinations in the Caribbean,” said David J. Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line.
In April 2024, Norwegian Viva will return to Europe for a second season sailing a variety of Mediterranean and Greek Isles itineraries, offering passengers the chance to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Europe.
The Prima Speedway. (photo via David Santos)
Meanwhile, Norwegian Prima has kicked off her inaugural season in the Lone Star State. As one of NCL’s newest vessels, Prima will offer round-trip, seven-day cruises to some of the most beautiful, tropical destinations including the company’s resort-style island destination, Harvest Caye in Belize; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and Roatán (Bay Islands), Honduras.
NCL says the elevated offerings of the Prima Class ships prioritize the guest experience and raise the bar on cruising through world-class cuisine, the brand's most spacious design yet, and stellar onboard activities including the three-level Viva Speedway racetrack.
Onboard experiences put the Prima Class in a league of its own, with features including Indulge Food Hall, the upscale food market exhibiting 11 unique eateries; the fastest slides at sea, The Drop and Rush; and NCL's industry-exclusive sustainable cocktail bar, the Metropolitan Bar.
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