Norwegian Cruise Line has introduced particulars on the experiences that will likely be obtainable aboard its upcoming sister ships Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna. The vessels are the primary within the Prima Plus class, following the launch of the Prima class with Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva in 2022 and 2023, respectively. Norwegian Aqua and Luna will debut in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
The vessels will characteristic NCL’s first-ever Aqua and Luna Game Zone, an evolution of the favored Galaxy Pavilion and arcade venues. The vessels will characteristic expanded and redesigned areas together with Bull’s Eye Bar — a now complimentary expertise with interactive dart video games and a brand new full-service bar — and Tee Time — a supercharged model of mini golf the place visitors can play 12 interactive holes throughout two decks. The Mandara Spa and Salon and Pulse Fitness Center may also be refreshed.
Bull’s Eye Bar (Rendering courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line)
“We provide our guests with more to do with a variety of fun, exciting and elevated experiences for every type of traveler,” mentioned David J. Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line. “The two sister ships will introduce a brand-new venue to the fleet, the Aqua and Luna Game Zone, along with thoughtfully redesigned spaces and bringing back many more of our best-in-class offerings, beloved by our guests and inspired by their feedback. We look forward to our guests enjoying more of what they love on board and creating unforgettable memories aboard Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna.”
Immersive Guest Experiences
As the following evolution in NCL vessels, Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna will characteristic the Aqua and Luna Game Zone. The venue will showcase a variety of video games and actions together with digital actuality experiences comparable to Space Racing and Beat Hero the place visitor dance to the rhythm of the beat with twin swords, plus a mixture of retro arcade video games like Ms. Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, and Down the Clown.
Game Zone (Rendering courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line)
The ships may also supply The Bull’s Eye Bar, now boasting a full-service bar that includes handcrafted cocktails. Guests will be capable of benefit from the enjoyable of darts with elevated and digital elements designed to make the sport extra interactive and simplify the scoring course of. With six completely different video games starting from newbie to superior, gamers can take intention at a traditional dart board that options added video game-style graphics and automatic scoring which might be projected onto a big-screen TV.
Tee Time, the Prima class interactive mini golf space themed across the Wonders of the World will return to Norwegian Aqua and Luna 2.5 occasions bigger than those on Norwegian Prima and Viva. It will characteristic 12 holes throughout two decks, providing a extra enhanced expertise.
Tee Time (Rendering courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line)
Lastly, on account of visitor suggestions, the Pickleball Court will return to its personal devoted area that’s separate from The Stadium.
A Wellness Retreat
Designed by world-class architects on the Rockwell Group, each the Mandara Spa and Salon and Pulse Fitness Center aboard Norwegian Luna and Aqua will likely be redesigned. The Mandara Spa as soon as once more incorporates a two-story indoor spa waterfall and marble staircase.
Mandara Spa (Rendering courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line)
Passengers will now be capable of unwind with a brand-new clay sauna, a spa service that revitalizes the pores and skin by means of detoxifying, cleaning, and mild exfoliation, leaving the physique refreshed and radiant. The spa’s thalassotherapy pool within the spa may also characteristic new thalassotherapy loungers.
New to the Prima class, IV Drip Therapy may also be obtainable, offering a strong increase of hydration and important vitamins to visitors.
The thermal suite aboard each ships will embody twice as many heated loungers as Norwegian Viva and Prima. Returning favorites will embody the charcoal sauna, ice room, salt room, and flotation salt pool.
Pulse Fitness Center will characteristic a brand new design to supply visitors a smooth, fashionable sanctuary full with state-of-the-art exercise tools, cardio machines, and a devoted spin studio. Additionally, visitors will be capable of partake in a wide range of lessons together with yoga, mat Pilates, biking, stretching, and extra.
Pulse Fitness Center (Rendering courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line)
Norwegian Aqua Schedule
Starting in April 2025, Norwegian Aqua will function seven-day Caribbean voyages from Port Canaveral, Florida to the Dominican Republic, Tortola, St. Thomas, and NCL’s personal Bahamian island Great Stirrup Cay.
Norwegian Luna Schedule
On April 6, 2026, Norwegian Luna will kick off her inaugural Caribbean season from Miami with two western itineraries to Roatán, Costa Maya, Cozumel, and NCL’s personal vacation spot in Belize, Harvest Caye. The ship will then function seven-day japanese Caribbean cruises to the Dominican Republic, Tortola, St. Thomas, and Great Stirrup Cay.
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