'Solid' November bookings reported as momentum builds for New Year
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has released details of autumn and winter 2025-26 sailings after reporting strong sales in November 2023 ahead of the peak wave booking period.
Several ships will make their debuts in new destinations, including Norwegian Sun visiting ports in Asia for the first time, including Kobe for Kyoto in Japan, while new vessel Norwegian Viva (pictured) based in Galveston, Texas, will run a series of Caribbean voyages.
The overall programme also includes Norwegian Spirit operating between Sydney and Auckland; Norwegian Dawn sailing from Cape Town and Mauritius; and Norwegian Star departing from Buenos Aires to Antarctica.
Norwegian Sky will spend a second winter season based in La Romana, Dominican Republic; while Norwegian Escape will cover the Caribbean from New Orleans, making first calls into Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Colon, Panama, and Cartagena, Colombia.
Panama Canal cruises will be provided by Norwegian Jade from October 2025 until April 2026 with departures from New York, Miami, Tampa and Callao in Peru, with extended pre- or post-cruise stays in each destination.
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NCL president David Herrera said: “Our guests have spoken. The solid number of bookings this past month is a positive indicator of what to expect early in the new year during wave season, when many of our guests typically book their cruises with us.
“In recent years, we have begun to offer more diverse and longer itinerary options, and this positive momentum is a sure sign that our guests are delighted with our offerings and are looking forward to exploring the world with us.
“Our new 2025 and 2026 itineraries will bring them more of what they want and more opportunities to enjoy their ideal vacation, visiting their dream destination aboard any NCL ship.”
To partner with NCL, email Rebecca Ransom, Business Development Manager Middle East, rransom@ncl.com, Mobile/Whatsapp: +447961 300 729; for more information, visit www.ncl.com
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