Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated the arrival of the all-new Norwegian Aqua to the US for an exclusive preview in New York City before she returns in August 2025 for a series of voyages to Bermuda.
Norwegian Aqua was set to welcome more than 2,000 invited guests for a two-day inaugural event to experience the brand’s newest ship.
"With an overall 10% 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."
Norwegian Aqua offers activities bow-to-stern. For the guests who prefer to kick back and relax, the adults-only Vibe Beach Club provides even more space with outdoor loungers and cabanas overlooking the ocean.
Families and active adults can take advantage of the outdoor activity complex, The Stadium; as well as The Drop, the 10-story jaw-dropping dry slide; and the Bull’s Eye Bar where guests can enjoy a game of interactive darts with a beer or cocktail in hand. Norwegian Aqua also boasts 17 dining options and 18 bars and lounges. including the redesigned Metropolitan Bar which now features a grand piano for live entertainment.
There’s a brand-new Glow Court, a digital sports complex with an interactive LED floor, with interactive activities by day before the space transforms into a nightclub in the evening. The Aqua Game Zone offers 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.
Norwegian Aqua’s world-class entertainment lineup includes “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince.” Other headline productions include “Elements: The World Expanded,” an enhanced version of NCL’s top-rated show, with acrobatics, magic and visuals inspired by the four elements – earth, wind, fire and water; as well as interactive shows such as the “Price is Right LIVE,” and MORE!
On April 13, 2025, Norwegian Aqua will officially be christened in Miami, featuring godfather and two-time Emmy-Award winning actor Eric Stonestreet.
Following the christening, the ship will sail 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. From October 2025 to April 2026, five and seven-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries from Miami are on offer featuring a visit to NCL’s private island in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay, which will debut a multi-ship pier in late 2025.
