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Watch Norwegian Breakaway’s Bow Be Lowered Into Place (Video)

Just over a week ago, the Norwegian Breakaway’s hull was completed in Papenburg, Germany at the Meyer Werft Shipyard. On Wednesday, October 17th, the ship’s bow was lowered into place. The bow, known as block 73, weighed 361 tons, measured 72 feet long, 101 feet wide and over 39 feet high. Check out the video footage of this […]

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Hurricane Sandy – Cruise Itinerary Updates

Cruise Itinerary Changes/Cancellations Filter by Cruise Line Carnival Cruises Norwegian Cruise Line Princess Cruises Royal Caribbean Updated 10/30 at 3:30pm FINAL UPDATE CARNIVAL CRUISES Carnival Miracle – October 29th sailing  Original Departure Date Will Now Depart On October 29, 2012 October 28, 2012 (Check in: 2:00pm – 5:00pm) Date Scheduled Port Will Now Call In 10/31 At […]

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Norwegian Breakaway’s Bow Lowered Into Place

Norwegian Breakaway’s construction, underway at Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany celebrated a very significant milestone in the early morning hours on Wednesday, October 17, 2012, when the ship’s bow was lowered into place. The bow, known as block 73, weighed 361 tons, measured 72 feet long, 101 feet wide and over 39 feet high. The process […]

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Norwegian Cruise Line Orders New Cruise Ship, “Breakaway Plus”

Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that it has reached an agreement with MEYER WERFT of Germany to build a new cruise ship, for delivery in October 2015, with the option for a second ship for delivery in spring 2017.  The new ship, at 163,000 gross tons and approximately 4,200 passenger berths, will be larger than […]

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Bermuda Prepares for Hurricane Raefel, Possible Cruise Deviations

Hurricane Rafael is currently moving through the Leeward Islands in the southern Caribbean, but is expected to reach Bermuda by Tuesday of this week. Hurricane Rafael is currently moving NW at 12mph with winds at around 85mph. Rafael is currently a category 1 hurricane will pass along the island of Bermuda early Tuesday. Along with high winds, Rafael will […]

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Norwegian Sun Begins Southern Caribbean Cruises From Miami

Early this morning as the sun was rising in Miami, the Norwegian Sun quietly slipped into the Port of Miami to begin her southern Caribbean cruise season. The Norwegian Sun will kick off her season with a 10 night southern Caribbean sailing that will return on October 24th. The Norwegian Sun will offer two itineraries […]

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New York Icons, The Rockettes Named Gomothers of Norwegian Breakaway

NEW YORK – September 18, 2012 – Norwegian Cruise Line and MSG Entertainment announced today that the Rockettes, one of New York’s most illustrious and beloved icons, will christen Norwegian Breakaway as the official Godmothers, further strengthening the ship’s strong ties to New York.  The christening ceremony will take place in New York City on May […]

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Pride of America to Receive Major Enhancements

MIAMI – September 5, 2012 – Norwegian Cruise Line today announced that the latest vessel in the company’s ship revitalization program, Pride of America, will enter dry dock in March 2013 for major enhancements, including the addition of new luxurious suites and studio staterooms. “As the only large US-flagged cruise ship, Pride of America offers a […]

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Norwegian Breakaway Hull Art Revealed

MIAMI – September 4, 2012 – Norwegian Cruise Line today revealed Norwegian Breakaway’s signature hull artwork designed by pop icon and America’s most popular living artist, Peter Max. This is the first time Norwegian has commissioned a well-known artist to paint the hull artwork on one of its ships. Launching in April 2013, Norwegian Breakaway will […]

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Hurricane Leslie – Cruise Itinerary Impacts – Updates

THIS IS THE FINAL CRUISE UPDATE ON HURRICANE LESLIE. Latest Itinerary Changes – Updated 9/6 at 3:30pm Hurricane Leslie has currently impacted 0 itineraries. Itinerary changes will be posted as soon as possible. Sometimes we may be delayed in posting, so please always check with your cruise line for changes. [divider]  Norwegian Cruise Line issued the following statement today (9/6)… At Norwegian Cruise […]

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Tropical Storm Isaac – Cruise Itinerary Impacts – Updates

Cruise Itinerary Changes/Cancellations – Updated 8/26 at 4:00pm Tropical Storm Isaac has currently impacted 12 itineraries. PLEASE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE TO SEE ALL ITINERARY CHANGES FROM CARNIVAL, NORWEGIAN, AND ROYAL CARIBBEAN. Itinerary changes will be posted as soon as possible. Sometimes we may be delayed in posting, so please always check with your cruise […]

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Norwegian Gem Overview & Photo Tour

So as many of you already know, thanks to the generosity of Norwegian Cruise Line, I spent last Saturday touring and eating lunch onboard the beautiful Norwegian Gem in New York City. This tour was my first experience with Norwegian Cruise Line and “Freestyle Cruising” and honestly, I loved it! Firstly, the atmosphere as you’re embarking is so […]