Norwegian Aqua Offers More

Norwegian Aqua is the 20^th ship in Norwegian Cruise Line’s fleet, and its debut signifies even more to love when sailing the seas. With a 10% increase in size and capacity over its sister ships Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva, Norwegian Aqua offers several unique features and extra spaces for fun on and off the ship.

Here is what you can expect when sailing the 3,571-guest Norwegian Aqua.

Moments That Wow

Starting with the ship’s biggest onboard attraction, the Aqua Slidecoaster is the world’s first hybrid roller coaster and waterslide at sea. The high-speed launch will take you and a friend on a two-person ride across one of two different courses that span three decks. For another adrenaline rush, try The Drop, a 10-story free-fall dry slide.

When you’ve tried all the slides, there’s lots of games to play on board. The Aqua Game Zone offers virtual reality experiences and classic arcade games, while interactive darts are the highlight at the Bull’s Eye Bar. By day, the Glow Court is a high-tech sports complex with an interactive LED floor, but at night, it transforms into a vibrant nightclub. Outdoors, The Stadium provides opportunities for games like pingpong and foosball.

Relaxation Zones

There are plenty of areas to simply chill out on Norwegian Aqua. Norwegian’s adults-only Vibe Beach Club has more space on this ship, with outdoor loungers and cabanas perfect for reading or simply looking out at the sea. The pool deck has also been expanded to offer more lounge chairs and day beds than Aqua’s sister ships.

The Mandara Spa and Salon has more than twice the number of heated loungers, and it is naturally where you will find spa services and saunas. And for guests who opt for the ship’s top accommodations, The Haven by Norwegian offers a private pool area.

Norwegian Aqua’s Dining and Entertainment

As can be expected, there is no shortage of food and beverage outlets on Norwegian Aqua. There are 17 dining options and 18 bars and lounges. Pick your favorite cuisine, including specialty dining venues offering Italian, French, Japanese, Thai, seafood, steakhouse and Mexican. The Indulge Food Hall features its own international cuisine choices plus the new Planterie for plant-based foods.

Norwegian also excels in its large variety of onboard entertainment options, and its newest ship is no exception. A new immersive theatrical concert, “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince,” pays tribute to the famous singer. Norwegian has also enhanced its popular “Elements: The World Expanded” production, which combines acrobatics, magic and visuals inspired by the four elements of earth, wind, fire and water. Game show enthusiasts will want to be participants at the “Price is Right LIVE.” “Rumors, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute Experience” will also be shown on the main stage of the Aqua Theater thanks to it being a guest favorite on other ships.

Other entertainment venues that should not be missed while sailing Norwegian Aqua is Syd Norman’s Pour House, where you can sing along to live bands performing rock, R&B, Broadway show tunes and hits from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. As part of a redesign of the Metropolitan Bar, it now features daily live entertainment and a grand piano. Make time for The Improv at Sea to enjoy live comedy shows. The Aqua Theater converts to a late-night dance club.

Fun in the Sun and Sand

Norwegian Aqua’s departures are focused on Bermuda and the Caribbean through 2026. The ship sails out of Port Canaveral, Florida, through August 2025 on seven-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries, with port stops at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; and Norwegian’s private island in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay.

August through October 2025, the ship will start sailing out of New York City on five- and seven-day Bermuda voyages. Norwegian Aqua will then return to Florida, with seven-day departures out of Miami to the Eastern Caribbean from October 2025 through April 2026.

Great Stirrup Cay has new enhancements in store for later this year, including tram service around the island, the adults-only Vibe Beach Club and the Horizon Park recreational area featuring lawn-style games. There will also be an expansive pool area with a dedicated bar and kids’ splash zone, and a relaxation area with Tiki-inspired amenities.

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Photos courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line.