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Marking
the Company's 21st ship in its cutting-edge fleet, Norwegian Luna opened
for sale today for guests to choose from a variety of fun-in-the-sun voyages
sailing roundtrip from Miami beginning April 4, 2026 through November
2026. Norwegian Luna will kick off its inaugural Caribbean season with two western itineraries to
Roatan Island, Honduras; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and Harvest
Caye, Belize, the Brand's resort-style destination. The ship will then
sail seven-day cruises with calls to the beautiful Eastern Caribbean destinations of Puerto Plata, Dominican
Republic; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin
Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay, NCL's private island in the Bahamas, which
will feature a brand-new pier by late 2025.
At
1,056 feet long, 156,300 gross tons, and accommodating approximately 3,550
guests at double occupancy, Norwegian Luna will boast an overall 10 percent
size and capacity increase from Prima Class ships, Norwegian Prima® and Norwegian Viva®. Norwegian Luna will be designed as a twin
sister-ship to Norwegian Aqua, the Company's latest new vessel due for
delivery in March 2025. Both ships are currently being built by renowned
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, with interior designs across the ship created
by world-class architects AD Associates, Piero Lissoni, Rockwell Group, SMC
Design, and Studio Dado.
"Inspired
by the relationship between the moon and the tides of the ocean, we are excited
to introduce Norwegian Luna as the vessel that perfectly complements her sister
ship, Norwegian Aqua," said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian
Cruise Line. "The debut of Norwegian Luna truly showcases our ongoing
commitment to providing guests more of what they enjoy and value – a brand-new
ship with the latest, innovative offerings sailing to the beautiful, tropical
destinations of the Caribbean. It's important to give our guests more to
see, more to do, more to enjoy on board and ultimately more out of their cruise
vacation. We can't wait for them to experience Norwegian Luna!"
Norwegian
Luna's hull art will showcase a vibrant dreamscape by ELLE, the highly
acclaimed street artist from Napa, Calif., who has partnered with popular
brand names such as Nike, Reebok and Ralph Lauren. Entitled 'La Luna,' the
artwork is a visual exploration of humanity's deep-rooted connection with the
celestial forces in space as human beings are intrinsically linked to the ebb
and flow of the moon. 'La Luna' will display proudly on the bow of the ship,
leading guests on an extraordinary voyage and an epic journey of discovery.
"I'm
thrilled to partner with Norwegian Cruise Line who has been known for
showcasing stunningly designed hull art across its entire fleet," said
ELLE. "It's been an incredible experience crafting this piece and knowing
my 1,056-foot piece of artwork will sail across the seas, traveling the globe
for all to see."
Mirroring
the upscale design and structure of Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Luna will thrill
and exhilarate guests with the NCL exclusive Aqua Slidecoaster, a
first-of-its-kind hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide that will debut next year
on Norwegian Aqua and become the longest and fastest slides at sea. Complete
with exhilarating dual slides and a magnetic lift that propels adventurous
guests through two different courses, this attraction will feature three
stories of exciting twists and turns around the ship's funnel. Norwegian Luna
will also feature a digital sports complex, the Glow Court, offering a variety
of interactive guest activities by day and then transforming into a nightclub
in the evening. Guests will also be able to continue to enjoy some of their
favorite onboard experiences aboard Norwegian Luna, including The Drop, NCL's
10-story free-fall slide, and the Stadium, an outdoor space offering
complimentary activities.
Norwegian
Luna will boast the all-new luxurious Three-Bedroom Duplex Haven Suites in the
Brand's premium keycard-access-only-complex, The Haven by Norwegian®, which were first announced to
debut on sister ship Norwegian Aqua. These expansive two-story suites will
feature separate living and dining areas; three bathrooms; a balcony; and three
bedrooms. Haven guests will continue to enjoy 24-hour butler service and a
dedicated concierge team as well as access to a sprawling sundeck; an infinity
pool overlooking the ship's stern; an outdoor spa complete with a glass-walled
sauna and cold room; two hot tubs; a private lounge; and an exclusive bar
pouring rare spirits and vintages.
A
variety of NCL's elevated guest experiences will also make their comeback on
Norwegian Luna including Ocean Boulevard, the 46,000 square foot outdoor
walkway which wraps around the entire ship to bring guests closer to the sea;
Vibe Beach Club, the adults-only, open-air lounge; Infinity Beach which
provides sweeping views of the ocean; and an expansive, upper pool deck
equipped with day beds for soaking up the sun.
Guests
aboard Norwegian Luna can also enjoy the new dining and bar experiences of the
Prima Plus Class such as Sukhothai, the Company's Thai specialty restaurant
with an eclectic menu of traditional and creative offerings and Indulge Food
Hall with 10 different food stations including the plant based Planterie
location. Returning NCL signature specialty and complimentary venues include
Cagney's Steakhouse; Le Bistro, the elevated French restaurant; and Onda by
Scarpetta, the high-end Italian venue. In addition to the culinary offerings,
guests can indulge in bar and lounge favorites for delicious imbibes at Whiskey
Bar, Belvedere Bar, and Metropolitan, NCL's modern Sail & Sustain cocktail
bar which won the 2024 Vibe Vista Award for "Best Beverage Menu."
Image
Credit: © NCL
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