NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the innovative onboard experiences and expanded venues to be available on Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna, the first two vessels in the upcoming Prima Plus Class, debuting in April 2025 and 2026.
The sisterships will showcase updated entertainment, dining, and wellness spaces tailored to enhance guest enjoyment and comfort.
New Gaming and Entertainment Options: The Aqua and Luna Game Zone will introduce an expanded version of NCL’s popular Galaxy Pavilion, now featuring a range of virtual reality experiences, retro arcade games, and interactive installations. For instance, Space Racing and Beat Hero, a rhythm-based VR game, will join classic arcade options like Ms. Pac-Man and Donkey Kong. Additionally, Bull’s Eye Bar offers an interactive dart experience with a full-service bar, featuring video-game-style enhancements, automated scoring, and 6 game modes. The Tee Time minigolf course, now twice the size of those on Norwegian Prima and Viva, will showcase a 12-hole course inspired by global landmarks, spread over two decks for a multi-level play experience.
Expanded Wellness and Spa Features: Mandara Spa and Salon will include redesigned interiors with 2-story waterfalls, a marble staircase, and state-of-the-art wellness additions like a clay sauna, thalassotherapy loungers, and IV drip therapy. These treatments are tailored to revitalize guests, offering detoxifying and nourishing benefits. The Thermal Suite has doubled the number of heated loungers and will include returning guest favorites like the salt pool, charcoal sauna, ice room, and salt room, all with expansive ocean views. The updated Pulse Fitness Center will offer modernized workout spaces, including dedicated rooms for cycling, yoga, and Pilates.
New Dining, Beverage, and Activity Enhancements: Dining experiences have been expanded, with Bull’s Eye Bar and Tee Time now providing spaces for relaxation and entertainment. NCL’s new More At Sea program will bring enhanced value to cruise packages starting January 2025, including an unlimited open bar, specialty dining credits, and more Wi-Fi minutes. Additional perks include shore excursion credits and airfare offers.
Inaugural Itineraries:
Beginning April 2025, Norwegian Aqua will operate 7-day Caribbean itineraries departing from Port Canaveral (Orlando FL), and will later shift to Bermuda and Eastern Caribbean routes from New York and Miami.
Norwegian Luna will begin her Caribbean season from Miami in April 2026 with sailings to Western Caribbean locations, such as Isla Roatan (Honduras) and Harvest Caye (Belize). Following these, Luna will offer 7-day Eastern Caribbean routes, stopping at destinations like Tortola BVI, St Thomas USVI, and NCL’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay Bahamas, featuring a new pier set to open in late 2025.