Norwegian Cruise Line welcomed their new ship — the Norwegian Aqua — to New York City, with the vessel set to offer seven-day voyages to Bermuda from New York City from August 2025 through October 2025.
A spokesperson said, “Norwegian Cruise Line [NCL], the innovator in global cruise travel, today celebrated the arrival of the all-new magnificent Norwegian Aqua to the U.S. for an exclusive preview in New York City before she returns in August 2025 for a series of voyages to Bermuda.
“With an overall 10 percent size and capacity increase from sister ships Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva, Norwegian Aqua also boasts the world’s first hybrid roller coaster and waterslide, the Aqua Slidecoaster. The latest attraction at sea, which is currently catching viral attention on social media, features a high speed powered launch that propels adventurous guests through one of two different courses across three decks. With dual slides, guests can have two unique experiences on this industry-leading attraction.”
“All of us at NCL are thrilled to finally welcome our newest incredible ship, Norwegian Aqua to the U.S., especially here in New York City,” said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “New York and the tri-state area are an incredibly important market for us, so to showcase the beautiful Norwegian Aqua here in the Big Apple during her inaugural season was a no-brainer. We cannot wait for her to return to New York City in August for a season of voyages to Bermuda and for our guests to experience more to do and more to enjoy with everything she has to offer for the whole family.”
The spokesperson said, “Food and beverage enthusiasts can savor in Norwegian Aqua’s 17 dining options and 18 bars and lounges including the redesigned Metropolitan Bar which now features a grand piano for live entertainment.
“Norwegian Aqua also features the brand-new Glow Court, a digital sports complex with an interactive LED floor, where guests can enjoy a variety of interactive activities by day before the space transforms into a nightclub in the evening. The reimagined Aqua Game Zone offers a fun-for-the-whole-family vibe with an array of virtual reality and classic arcade games such as Ms. Pacman, Mario Brothers and Duck Pin Bowling. Additionally, the ship offers an expanded pool deck equipped with day beds that are perfect for lounging in the warm Caribbean sun.
“On April 13, 2025, Norwegian Aqua will officially be christened in Miami, the ‘Cruise Capital of the World,’ with a celebratory ceremony featuring godfather and two-time Emmy-Award winning actor Eric Stonestreet. Following her official christening, Norwegian Aqua will offer a series of seven-day Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, Fla. between April 2025 to July 2025 before sailing five and seven-day voyages to Bermuda from New York City from August 2025 through October 2025.”
