Norwegian Escape Is On Her Way!

Norwegian Escape, soon to be the largest ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, departed MEYER WERFT in Papenburg, Germany on Friday 18 September for her approximately 24-hour long conveyance along the Ems River. Norwegian Escape’s river conveyance marks another key milestone in the ship’s highly anticipated delivery. Measuring 1069 feet long and 136 feet…

Norwegian Escape’s Signature Hull Art Comes To Life

Famed marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey laid eyes upon his largest canvas to date for the first time this week – the hull artwork on the NEW Norwegian Escape, debuting this November in Miami. Currently being built in Meyer Werft in Germany, Norwegian Escape is Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, the largest in the company’s…

The CRUISE Show – Manchester, Birmingham & Glasgow

Did you know that a whopping 1.64 million people from the UK and Ireland took a cruise last year? In recent years there has been a revolution in cruising as a new generation of travellers have discovered the joys of a holiday at sea. Whether it’s the offbeat destinations and once-in-a-life-time expedition voyages that intrigue…

Norwegian Escape To Feature Snow Room And Largest Thermal Suite At Sea

Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Escape, will offer a wide range of spaces for guests to relax and unwind when she makes her debut in October 2015. The Mandara Spa aboard will be the most innovative to date, noted as a tranquil hideaway that at its epicentre offers the largest Thermal Suite at sea….

Cruise Ships On Order

2014 has seen the arrival of some fantastic vessels including, Norwegian Getaway, Quantum of the Seas, Costa Diadema and Mein Schiff 3, but what else do we have to look forward to from 2015 and beyond? Well, we are going to find out because I thought now would be the perfect time to do a…

Norwegian Cruise Line 2016/2017 Itineraries

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced its 2016/2017 cruise schedule, with highlights including Harvest Caye, its new island destination in Belize. San Juan, Puerto Rico is also back as a homeport for Norwegian Gem, and Norwegian Escape will offer various 6-and-8-night Caribbean sailings from Miami. All itineraries for the new schedule go on general sale in the…

The Telegraph Cruise Show – Liverpool 2014

Ladies and Gentlemen, it is that time again, The Telegraph Cruise Show time and it is taking place this weekend (October 11-12) at the Echo Arena in Liverpool. If you are looking for holiday ideas, then this is most certainly going to be the place to find them! Whether you’re looking to try your first…

Can I Have Your Cruise Card Please, Madam?

I believe that the worst words ever spoken aboard any cruise ship are “can I have your cruise card please, madam” (or sir), and I am going to give you an example of how they can ruin the most perfect of moments! It is embarkation day, time to head towards your ship at 100mph (I…

Destinations Best Seen By Sea – According To The Captain!

From the Northern Lights reflected in the Norwegian Sea, to the breath-taking sight of the Opera House when entering Sydney Harbour, seeing a city or famous landmark from the water can be a magical experience, offering a completely different perspective on a destination. To identify some of the most impressive views from the ocean, CLIA…

Norwegian Cruise Line Offers Exclusive New Rotating Menus and More Culinary Variety

Guests setting sail with Norwegian Cruise Line this summer and beyond will have more choices and flexibility in the line’s complimentary dining venues. These new offerings are a further development of the Norwegian NEXT programme, focused on bringing “new enhancements, experiences and transformations” across the fleet, with the goal of elevating the guest experience and…