Norwegian Cruise Line has welcomed the very first guests onboard its brand-new Prima Class ship, Norwegian Viva.
The ground-breaking new ship embarked on its maiden voyage from Venice (Trieste), Italy, taking guests on a nine-day voyage through the Mediterranean to Lisbon, Portugal. Norwegian Viva will be stopping in some of Europe’s most incredible seaside destinations along the way: including Salerno; Cannes; and Ibiza, among others.
Throughout November this year, Norwegian Viva will sail a range of bucket-list worthy Greek Isles and Mediterranean cruises, before homeporting in San Juan, Puerto Rico in December for a Caribbean season.
“This summer, our guests will have the opportunity to explore Europe aboard our newest magnificent vessel, Norwegian Viva, while enjoying its well-appointed spacious design, elevated experiences, expansive culinary offerings and signature Norwegian Cruise Line hospitality provided by the best crew in the industry. Norwegian Viva’s tagline is ‘Live it Up,’ and I have no doubt our guests will be doing just that while they cruise to some of the liveliest cities in Europe and the Caribbean during the ship’s inaugural season.”
David J. Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line
With a design mirroring its award-winning sister ship, Norwegian Prima, Norwegian Viva features incredible onboard experiences: including the Viva Speedway; Indulge Food Hall; The Drop and Rush slides; plus Norwegian Cruise Line’s industry-exclusive sustainable cocktail bar, Metropolitan Bar.
The new vessel also boasts an expansive array of artwork across its decks, including The Concourse, a multi-million dollar outdoor sculpture garden, plus a dynamic and interactive art piece by contemporary British digital artist, Dominic Harris. Harris’ “Every Wing Has a Silver Lining” digital art piece can be found at Metropolitan Bar, responding to passing movement throughout the day.
Furthermore, guests can expect a world-class entertainment line-up onboard Norwegian Viva, headlined by “Beetlejuice The Musical” and the iconic game show “Press Your Luck LIVE”, an immersive experience where audience members participate to win incredible prizes.
Following the ship’s series of Mediterranean and Greek Isles cruises later this year, its official Christening ceremony will take place in Miami on 28th November 2023. Godfather to Norwegian Viva and Latin GRAMMY® award-winning artist, Luis Fonsi, will be in attendance to officially name the ship, joined by a series of special guests.
From December 2023 through to March 2024, the ship will homeport in San Juan, Puerto Rico for a season of Caribbean sailings, with calls to Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. John’s, Antigua; Bridgetown, Barbados; Castries, St. Lucia; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands.
Following this, in May 2024 Norwegian Viva will return to Europe for more Mediterranean itineraries, offering guests the opportunity to experience the beauty and culture of Europe.
