Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed the name and first details of its fifth Prima Class newbuild, announcing that the ship will be called Norwegian Aura and will become the largest vessel in the NCL fleet when it enters service in 2027. Bookings are now open, with the first sailings scheduled to begin in May 2027.
Sun, slides, swim-up bars, Norwegian Cruise Line is turning up the fun at Great Stirrup Cay, and the first upgrades are officially here.
The headline feature? Great Life Lagoon, a massive 1.4-acre heated pool, bigger than two Olympic pools combined with a beach-style entrance, family splash zone, two swim-up bars, and sleek private cabanas with ocean views. Translation: plenty of space to float, sip, and chill.
Two cruise passengers were left behind at Puerto Princesa port on December 29, after failing to return to their ship before the official boarding deadline.
The pair had gone on a self-organized trip to the Puerto Princesa Underground River using a rented motorcycle and arrived late at the port. The cruise ship Norwegian Sun departed at 5 p.m., while the passengers reportedly believed boarding was until 5:30 p.m.
As the holiday season is comming, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has shared a message of appreciation for crew and island team members across the fleet.
The company thanked crew for their dedication, professionalism, and teamwork throughout the year, recognizing the sacrifices many make by spending the holidays away from family and loved ones. Leadership highlighted the vital role crew play every day in creating unforgettable experiences for guests around the world.
Norwegian Cruise Line is kicking off 2026 with a fresh face at the top. The company has officially named Marc Kazlauskas as its new President, taking over the helm on January 19, 2026.
Kazlauskas isn’t new to travel. In fact, he’s been in the industry for more than 30 years, holding big leadership roles at places like Avoya Travel, FROSCH, and Chase Travel Group. He knows the cruise world, the tour world and basically, he’s been everywhere guests book their vacations.
The Port of Philadelphia has officially started construction on the long-awaited PhilaPort Cruise Terminal, a project that will transform the city into a new home port for Norwegian Cruise Line.
The new terminal, located within the SouthPort Marine Terminal complex, marks Philadelphia’s first step toward becoming a regular departure point for Caribbean, Canada/New England, and Bermuda sailings. The facility is being developed at the historic former Hog Island Dock Terminal.
NCL's newest ship Norwegian Luna, has officially started its sea trials in the Adriatic Sea. On Sunday, the second ship Prima Plus Class vessel sailed out from Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard near Venice, beginning one of the final and most important steps before delivery.
A man was pulled from the water on Sunday after accidentally falling between the Norwegian Encore and the dock at Nassau Cruise Port. The incident was captured in videos circulating on social media and quickly drew the attention of onlookers.
The incident happened after the ship arrived in Nassau on November 16, during its current 7-day Caribbean itinerary out of Miami.
Fincantieri has announced a new contract to construct an ultra-luxury cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, part of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), further deepening its partnership with one of the cruise industry’s leading groups.
The new vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2033 and will be the third ship in Regent’s new Prestige Class, following the debut of Seven Seas Prestige in 2026 and her sister ship, slated for 2030.
Norwegian Cruise Line is shaking up its beverage policies at Great Stirrup Cay. Starting March 1, 2026, guests will no longer be able to use their shipboard beverage packages on the island—a perk many cruisers have come to expect as part of their all-inclusive experience.
