{"id":50697,"date":"2023-11-02T13:08:06","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T13:08:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/02\/thrill-alert-norwegian-cruise-lines-next-new-ship-to-have-an-epic-hybrid-roller-coaster-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2023-11-02T13:08:06","modified_gmt":"2023-11-02T13:08:06","slug":"thrill-alert-norwegian-cruise-lines-next-new-ship-to-have-an-epic-hybrid-roller-coaster-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/02\/thrill-alert-norwegian-cruise-lines-next-new-ship-to-have-an-epic-hybrid-roller-coaster-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"Thrill alert: Norwegian Cruise Line&#8217;s next new ship to have an epic &#8216;hybrid roller coaster&#8217; &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Get ready for watery thrills on <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/cruise\/norwegian\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Norwegian Cruise Line<\/a>&#8216;s next new ship.<\/p>\n<p>The Miami-based cruise brand on Thursday said its next vessel to debut \u2014 Norwegian Aqua \u2014 will have an epic, first-of-its-kind &#8220;hybrid roller coaster and waterslide&#8221; ride swirling around its top deck.<\/p>\n<p>To be called the Aqua Slidecoaster, the three-story-high attraction will incorporate dual slides and a magnetic lift that propels riders through two different courses. The line says the ride will twist around the ship&#8217;s funnel as riders careen across the top deck of the ship high above the sea.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For more cruise news, guides and tips, sign up for TPG&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/cruise-newsletter\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cruise newsletter<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the watery coaster experience, Norwegian Aqua will have a new-for-the-line digital sports complex called Glow Court that boasts an interactive LED floor. It&#8217;ll be home to a variety of interactive guest activities by day and then transform into a nightclub in the evening.<\/p>\n<p>Designed to carry 3,571 passengers at double occupancy (when sailing with two passengers per cabin), Norwegian Aqua will be a bigger version of the two Prima Class vessels that the line has rolled out over the past 14 months, giving it room for new and expanded attractions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/norwegian-prima-cruise-ship\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Why I loved the new Norwegian Prima \u2014 and you will, too<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Each of the earlier Prima Class vessels carried 3,099 passengers at double occupancy.<\/p>\n<p>At 156,300 gross tons, Norwegian Aqua will be about 10% bigger than the first two Prima Class ships (Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva). The line is calling it a Prima Plus Class vessel to differentiate it from the earlier ships.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__70lh2&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__zGkU5&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__AEA5s\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__cnneL\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Norwegian currently has 19 ships in its fleet and, assuming it doesn&#8217;t retire any of its older vessels in the next two years, will have 20 ships with the arrival of Norwegian Aqua.<\/p>\n<p>Norwegian on Thursday said Norwegian Aqua&#8217;s first sailing will take place in April 2025. It&#8217;ll initially be based in Port Canaveral, Florida, for seven-night sailings to the Caribbean.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:44.3359375%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian_Aqua_Slidecoaster_Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s drawing of the new Aqua Slidecoaster planned for Norwegian Aqua. NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Port calls on the ship&#8217;s initial itineraries will include Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian&#8217;s private island in the Bahamas.<\/p>\n<p>The ship is currently under construction at a Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;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,&#8221; Norwegian Cruise Line president David J. Herrera said in a statement accompanying the announcement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/norwegian-cruise-ship-class-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The 9 types of Norwegian Cruise Line ships, explained<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Herrera added that the ship will feature &#8220;new, elevated and exhilarating offerings that once again showcase NCL as the innovator in the industry and as a key contributor to a new era of cruising.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"attractions-old-and-new\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Attractions old and new<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the new water coaster and digital sports complex, which haven&#8217;t appeared on Norwegian Cruise Line ships before, Norwegian Aqua will have several of the classic attractions already found on the first new Prima Class ships. These include The Drop, a 10-story free-fall slide, and the Stadium, a game space area that will be expanded on Norwegian Aqua.<\/p>\n<p>Norwegian on Thursday also revealed that Norwegian Aqua will have the largest Haven complex of any of its ships and the most spacious accommodations the line has ever offered.<\/p>\n<p>The Haven is a luxury suite complex on many Norwegian ships that offers an elevated suite experience with private dining and private lounge and deck areas.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6796875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Haven-Duplex-Living-Room-Rendering-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s drawing of a living area in one of the four Haven Duplex suites planned for Norwegian Aqua. NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Haven complex on Norwegian Aqua will include 123 suites that feature the line&#8217;s first-ever three-bedroom duplex Haven suites. There will be four total \u2014 all two stories high with separate living and dining areas; three bathrooms; a sprawling balcony; and three bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms will have a king-size bed, with the primary bedroom offering floor-to-ceiling windows for stunning ocean views.<\/p>\n<p>Other features of The Haven complex on Norwegian Aqua will include an expansive, dedicated sundeck; an infinity pool overlooking the ship&#8217;s stern; an outdoor spa complete with a glass-walled sauna and cold room; two hot tubs; a private lounge; an exclusive bar pouring rare spirits and vintages.<\/p>\n<p>As is the norm for The Haven complexes on Norwegian ships, the keycard accessed complex will come with 24-hour butler service and a dedicated concierge team.<\/p>\n<p>Among other features planned for Norwegian Aqua, as announced on Thursday:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A dedicated teen club space called Entourage for passengers ages 13 to 17<\/li>\n<li>An infinity edge pool with expanded seating and \u2014 for the first time on a Norwegian ship \u2014  day beds on the main pool deck<\/li>\n<li>An expanded, extra-charge Vibe Beach Club on the ship&#8217;s top deck with more lounge seating<\/li>\n<li>More outdoor spaces in general across the open decks of the ship, including an expanded Ocean Boulevard wrapping around the vessel<\/li>\n<li>A glass bridge on each side of the ship that will offer a chance for photos of the sea<\/li>\n<li>La Terrazza, an open-air lounge with sweeping sea views<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition, Norwegian said Norwegian Aqua will showcase a colorful hull art design by street artist Allison Hueman.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.33333333333333%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-Hero-Rendering.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Artist drawing of Norwegian Aqua. NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After an initial series of sailings to the Caribbean out of Port Canaveral, Norwegian Aqua will move to New York in August 2025 for a series of five- and seven-day voyages to Bermuda through October 2025.<\/p>\n<p>Norwegian Aqua will then sail five and seven-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries out of Miami from October 2025 through April 2026.<\/p>\n<p>All of the newly announced sailings opened for bookings on Thursday.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Planning a cruise? Start with these stories:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/norwegian-aqua-cruise-ship-water-coaster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready for watery thrills on Norwegian Cruise Line&#8216;s next new ship. The Miami-based cruise brand on Thursday said its next vessel to debut \u2014 Norwegian Aqua \u2014 will have an epic, first-of-its-kind &#8220;hybrid roller coaster and waterslide&#8221; ride swirling around its top deck. 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