Norwegian Cruise Line is celebrating the launch of its newest ship, the Norwegian Aqua, the first in the line’s Prima Plus Class. Constructed at Italy’s Fincantieri shipyard, the Aqua can accommodate up to 3,571 passengers and is about 10% larger than Prima Class ships. Norwegian allocated a share of the additional square footage to outdoor areas: for example, the pool deck has space for 50% more lounge chairs than Prima Class ships, and the adults-only Vibe Beach Club will be about 40% larger on the Aqua.
“Firsts” on the Aqua include:
The most spacious accommodations in Norwegian’s
fleet. In The Haven, Norwegian’s ship-within-a-ship complex, two-level
Duplex Suites boast three bedrooms, three bathrooms, separate living and dining
areas, and large balconies. The ship will also have the cruise line’s first ocean-view
and balcony cabins for solo cruisers.
New dining spots,
including Thai specialty restaurant Sukhothai and Planterie, a
vegetable-forward eatery in the Indulge Food Hall. Plus, some passenger-favorite
dining venues will be larger on the Aqua, including Le Bistro and Hasuki,
Norwegian’s Japanese teppanyaki grill.
The world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and water slide. The Aqua
Slidecoaster’s dual slides will whirl passengers through two different courses
at speeds of up to 31 miles per hour. The Drop, Norwegian’s thrilling 10-story
free-fall slide, will be on board too.
The first show at sea based on the music of Prince.
“Revolution: A Celebration of Prince” will take the stage in the Aqua Theater
and Club. Norwegian promises a concert-like experience, including opportunities
for audience members to join the performers on stage.
Lots of familiar spaces on the Aqua also have new and
updated features, including the Game Zone, which has everything from classic
arcade games to the latest virtual reality experiences. The Mandara Spa will be
updated with a two-story waterfall, a clay sauna and IV drip therapy. The expanded
mini-golf area will have 12 interactive holes across two decks. And the top
deck will have a new feature called the Glow Court. By day, passengers can play
a variety of sports on the Glow Court’s interactive LED floor, which transforms
into a dance floor at night.
After its April christening, the Aqua is scheduled to
sail 7-day Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral. This fall, the ship will move
to New York for a series of Bermuda cruises, and then will spend the winter
sailing Eastern Caribbean cruises from Miami. To get on board, talk with Anita,
your professional travel advisor.
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