Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has opened bookings for the Norwegian Aqua, a new Prima Plus class vessel set to debut in April 2025.
- Travellers can embark on seven-day Caribbean journeys from Port Canaveral, including stops in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and other key destinations.
- The Norwegian Aqua, constructed by Fincantieri, offers a 10% increase in size and capacity over its sister ships, catering to 3,571 guests.
- Unique features include the revolutionary Aqua Slidecoaster, combining a rollercoaster and waterslide experience.
- NCL introduces luxurious accommodations with Three-Bedroom Duplex Haven Suites, enhancing guest experiences with premium amenities.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced that its highly anticipated Prima Plus class vessel, the Norwegian Aqua, is now available for booking. This pioneering ship is scheduled to set sail in April 2025, offering a range of innovative experiences and destinations.
Travellers eager to explore the Caribbean can book one of Aqua’s initial seven-day itineraries, all departing from Port Canaveral. The routes include captivating ports of call such as Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, alongside stops in Tortola, St. Thomas, and NCL’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay.
The vessel, crafted by esteemed Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, heralds a 10% increase in both size and capacity compared to its predecessors, Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva. Norwegian Aqua stretches to 1,056 feet and accommodates 3,571 guests at double occupancy, accentuating its commitment to expansive outdoor spaces and heightened staffing levels on board.
NCL President David Herrera emphasised the vessel’s forward-thinking design, highlighting its role as an exemplar of the brand’s future. ‘Norwegian Aqua is a true testament of fusing together what represents the future of our brand… and our commitment to pushing the boundaries in guest-first experiences that will make new waves at sea,’ he stated, stressing the ship’s innovative features such as the Aqua Slidecoaster. This attraction is the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide, featuring dual slides and a magnetic lift that guides guests through two diverse courses.
In addition to these thrilling attractions, NCL introduces the Glow Court, a cutting-edge digital sports complex with an interactive LED floor that transforms into a nightclub by night. Returning attractions such as The Drop and the Stadium are enhanced to elevate the guest experience, maintaining NCL’s reputation as an industry innovator.
Among the significant upgrades are the vessel’s accommodations, notably the Three-Bedroom Duplex Haven Suites, marking a first for NCL. These exclusive suites, part of the brand’s premium keycard-access-only complex, boast spacious two-story layouts with three bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, and private balconies, setting a new standard for luxury at sea.
Once Norwegian Aqua completes its initial voyages from Port Canaveral, it will undertake five and seven-day journeys to Bermuda from New York City starting August 2025, followed by Eastern Caribbean adventures from Miami between October 2025 and April 2026.
The Norwegian Aqua is set to redefine cruising standards with its blend of size, sophistication, and cutting-edge attractions.
