Tagged: Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)

Norwegian Cruise Line is on a mission to be more eco-friendly by removing millions of single-use plastic water bottles from its fleet by Jan. 1, President and CEO Frank Del Rio told CNBC on Monday. The company expects to replace more than 6 million plastic water bottles each year with refillable and recyclable plant-based cartons. (cnbc.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel, today provided further detail about Norwegian Spirit’s upcoming renovation as part of The Norwegian Edge® program, which reaffirms the company’s commitment to elevating the standard of excellence across the fleet. (more…)

Furious passengers aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship staged a near-mutiny because their “Mystical Fjords” tour turned into a “holiday from hell” when the vessel skipped its intended stops and they were left eating stale food, according to reports. (nypost.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated 1,000 travel agencies across North America with the launch of “Partners First – Week of Thank You”, an initiative designed to recognize and reward valued partners and reinvigorate the company’s Partners First philosophy. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced another first as a result of its partnership with JUST® Goods, Inc., which will enable the Cruise Line to replace all single-use plastic bottles across its fleet by January 1, 2020, beginning with its newest innovative ship, Norwegian Encore. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line today (Sep.18) unveiled its Encore Moments campaign to recognize and reward everyday heroes across North America. Launched in advance of the debut of the brand’s newest innovative ship, Norwegian Encore, the company is encouraging the public to nominate those who deserve an encore – applause – for the positive impact they have on their friends, family and communities. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line announced today (Sept. 10, 2019) on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” that GRAMMY Award-winning artist and superstar Kelly Clarkson will serve as the godmother to its newest ship, Norwegian Encore, debuting in Miami in November. (more…)

An estimated 200 cruise passengers were stuck in New Orleans after the Norwegian Breakaway was forced to divert to Louisiana on Tuesday morning because of Hurricane Dorian. The cruise was originally scheduled to return to Miami on Sunday, but due to the storm, the ship altered course and diverted to New Orleans, where passengers are claiming they have been left without transportation, food or water. (foxnews.com)

A non-stop, loud and rave music party on a cruise ship near Ibiza Island in Spain left the local community furious and they complained to the City Council and Port authorities over the disturbance. The cruise ship Norwegian Pearl had docked for a 12-hour rave party on the party island. According to cruise news, the ship was owned by Disco Cruise Liner and housed 3,000 party-goers. (ibtimes.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced Katina Athanasiou as the Company’s Chief Sales Officer, responsible for driving the cruise line’s sales strategy by maximizing opportunities across all third-party booking channels and deepening travel partner relationships. (more…)

The inaugural MEGACRUISE hosted by metal pioneers, MEGADETH, announced the final lineup with the addition of GRAMMY®-nominated heavyweight metal band, Lamb of God. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced that SIX, the critically-acclaimed British pop musical about Henry VIII’s six wives will debut on board Norwegian Bliss, Breakaway and Getaway beginning next month. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line is partnering with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) and Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Guy Harvey Research Institute to host the third annual ocean conservation-themed cruise on Norwegian Escape this fall. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced the ‘Free the Beat’ program, a platform where the music industry’s best songwriters, artists, talent and creators have the freedom to develop curated content for the brand’s first global music library inspired by the world’s most beautiful destinations. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line is apologizing to current and future guests after confirming that a “mechanical issue” had severely limited the Norwegian Pearl’s itineraries. In a statement shared with Fox News, the cruise line explained that on July 1 the ship “experienced a mechanical issue which necessitates that she travel at a reduced speed. As such, she did not call to Palma, Majorca, and instead sailed directly to Barcelona where further assessments were made.” (foxnews.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line launched a new kosher menu for all passengers for no extra charge, on Tuesday. Furthermore, if there is a group of over 60 people, fresh kosher food will be cooked on board in a kosher kitchen. (jpost.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line opened for sale Norwegian Jade’s Greek Isles and Italy cruises, which will feature compelling, wish list destinations including Santorini and Mykonos, Greece and Monte Carlo, Monaco. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line—in collaboration with Runaway Tours and Sixthman— has released the details of the upcoming summer “Runaway to Paradise Cruise,” headlined by superstar Jon Bon Jovi. This music-themed Mediterranean cruise will set sail out of Barcelona, Spain to Palma, Majorca on Norwegian Pearl from August 26-30, 2019. (forbes.com)

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced an exclusive collaboration with LDV Hospitality to bring the critically-acclaimed Scarpetta concept to Norwegian Encore with Onda by Scarpetta, reaffirming the company’s commitment to providing elevated dining experiences across the fleet. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line celebrates the completion of Norwegian Getaway’s first sailing after the ship’s extensive refurbishment as part of The Norwegian Edge® program, reaffirming the company’s commitment to elevating the standard of excellence across the fleet. (more…)

The 2019/2020 season of Norwegian Cruise Line’s popular Meet the Winemaker series is available on the brand’s latest and most innovative ships and will feature accomplished experts including Gerard Bertrand of Languedoc Roussillon; Juan Munoz of Columbia Crest; Bob Bertheau of Chateau Ste. Michelle; and Master Sommelier and three-time James Beard Award-winner, Andrea Robinson. (more…)

The Rock Boat has launched its 20th voyage, and it’s all for you! Setting sail from Jan. 24 – Jan. 29, 2020 on the Norwegian Pearl, the ship will feature headlining acts NEEDTOBREATHE and Switchfoot. The cruise will be hosted by Sister Hazel, who was the inspiration for the first-ever Rock Boat sailing. (people.com)

On The Blue, one of the leading music cruise experience producers over the past 20 years, has announced the details for the second sailing of the “On The Blue Cruise” in 2020. The 2019 inaugural voyage was a huge hit with fans, resulting in a complete sell-out. (more…)

Norwegian Cruise Line has increased its spending on agent commissions by roughly 30% over the past three years by including a variety of “free” amenities in the base fare. (travelweekly.com)