NCL unveils latest ship Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLhas unveiled Norwegian Viva, the next ship in its brand-new Prima Class.
Norwegian Viva will begin sailing Mediterranean itineraries in June 2023, homeporting in key Southern European port cities including Lisbon, Venice (Trieste) and Rome (Civitavecchia)and Athens.
She will then sail the Southern Caribbean for her 2023-2024 winter season offering warm-weather getaways from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Mirroring the design and structure of sister ship Norwegian Prima, Norwegian Viva will debut at 965 feet long, 142,500 gross tons and accommodate 3,219 guests at double occupancy.
It will house the brands’ largest inside, ocean view and balcony category staterooms.
Viva will also boast a redefined The Haven by Norwegian, NCL’s premium keycard only access ship-within-a-ship concept.
The Haven’s public areas and 107 suites will feature an expansive sundeck, infinity pool and an outdoor spa with a glass-walled sauna and cold room.
The Prima Class’ variety of recreational activities also make their elevated comeback on Norwegian Viva with the fastest freefall drop dry slides at sea with The Rush and The Drop and the largest three-level racetrack at sea with the Viva Speedway.
Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, said: "We have taken everything our guests love to the next level with this brand-new class of ships designed with them in mind."
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