Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) Releases All The Details Regarding Its New Ship

NCL (Norwegian Cruise Line) has announced its latest Prima Plus Class ship, the Norwegian Aqua. The Norwegian Aqua is set to be larger than both sister ships, the Norwegian Prima and the Norwegian Viva; while offering more outdoor space and more staff members on board.

Other exciting features that NCL has announced include the introduction to a first-ever three-bedroom duplex, new rides, and new restaurants.

Norwegian Cruise Line has capacity for up to 3,751 passengers and will set sail from Port Canaveral in Florida, heading to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay, NCL’s private island in the Bahamas. 

NCL Norwegian Aqua Front Of Ship

Norwegian Cruise Line president David J. Herrera stated, “Norwegian Aqua is a true testament of fusing together what represents the future of our Brand as the first ship in the Prima Plus Class, and our commitment to pushing the boundaries in guest-first experiences that will make new waves at sea.”

“Norwegian Aqua, named for the stunning blue hues of the ocean and our ties to it, will offer new, elevated, and thrilling offerings.”

The street artist Allison Hueman, well-known for her partnerships with Google, L’Oreal, and Nike, has been selected by the queue.

She was selected as the first female painter for the Norwegian Aqua, and her creation is titled “Where the Sky Meets the Sea.”

Allison Hueman expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’m honoured not only to be the first prominent female hull artist for Norwegian Cruise Line, but also to know that my artwork will be roaming the seas, touching different parts of the world.”

“Being partnered with a brand that believes in the magical connection between art and exploration is extremely special to me.”

Norwegian Aqua Water Slide

First cruise rollercoaster in the world

The Aqua Slidecoaster, a rollercoaster and waterslide hybrid, will make its debut on Norwegian Aqua. The thrilling three stories of twists and turns around the ship’s funnel will comprise the rollercoaster experience.

A digital sports complex featuring an interactive LED floor is the new Glow Court. It hosts games during the day and a nightclub at night.

A few of the Prima Class attractions, such as the Stadium and The Drop, the NCL’s ten-story free fall slide, will return.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL’s) 

In the exclusive ship-within-a ship complex, Norwegian Aqua will feature the company’s first-ever three-bedroom duplex Haven Suites.

These expansive two-story suites have three bedrooms, two of which have king-size beds, a large balcony, separate living and dining areas, three bathrooms, and a master bedroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the ocean.

There will be 123 suites at The Haven, each with access to an infinity pool, a private sundeck, and an outdoor spa complete with a sauna and cold room. A private lounge, an exclusive bar serving rare spirits and vintage wines, and two hot tubs are also available. With a committed concierge team, guests will have access to butler service around the clock.

Norwegian Aqua will also have the new expanded solo stateroom categories including solo inside, solo oceanview, and solo balcony. Read more about their Solo Cabins here. 

With the ship setting to launch in October 2025, what better time to start planning your trip than now! Get in touch with one of our friendly Tour + Cruise experts, and they will assist you in selecting the ideal cruise.