WHY IT RATES: The anniversary voyages are sure to be special and Norwegian's collection of photos and stories from guests, employees and travel partners posted on NorwegiansFirst50.com will be an amazing compilation. -Michael Isenbek, TravelPulse Senior Editor
It's been fifty years since the M/S Sunward made her first voyage from Miami to the Caribbean on Dec. 19, 1966, signifying the birth of Norwegian Caribbean Line. Today, the company now known as Norwegian Cruise Line is a leading global cruise brand with 14 purpose-built ships sailing to more than 300 destinations worldwide.
To celebrate this golden milestone, Norwegian is inviting their guests, travel professionals, partners and team members to share fifty years of memories made through the company's #NorwegiansFirst50 Anniversary Campaign.
"We are celebrating fifty years of incredible moments aboard our ships and it's the people - our guests, travel partners and team members - who make our history so special. We wouldn't be here today without their loyalty and dedication," said Andy Stuart, President and Chief Executive Officer for Norwegian Cruise Line. "We invite everyone who has sailed with us, commemorated a special occasion with us or made memories onboard to share their favorite moments and celebrate our first fifty years along with us."
Through the global initiative, Norwegian Cruise Line guests, employees and travel partners are invited to upload their photos and stories to NorwegiansFirst50.com, which showcases a dynamic timeline of photos and stories spanning the brand's first 50 years. Fans who upload memorable moments to the site, which will serve as a living, growing tribute to 50 years of feeling free out on the water, are encouraged to share their memories with friends on their social networks, with the chance of winning a free cruise as a reward for joining in the celebration (in participating markets).
Those who wish to sail during Norwegian's official 50th anniversary this December can reserve their stateroom now to join in the fun, with eight-day cruises departing on Dec. 18 from New York to Florida and The Bahamas on Norwegian Breakaway; from Miami to the Western Caribbean on Norwegian Getaway; and from Tampa to the Western Caribbean on Norwegian Jade. On Dec. 19, cruisers can set sail from the Big Apple on Norwegian Gem to the Eastern Caribbean on a 10-day holiday cruise and from Miami on Norwegian Pearl, for a 10-day bucket list Panama Canal adventure.
These anniversary cruises also offer a special holiday bonus of $100 in onboard credit, perfect for purchasing last-minute holiday gifts in one of the onboard boutiques or to toast to the New Year with a relaxing and indulgent spa treatment, and more. Best of all, it's combinable with Norwegian's Free At Sea offer, to make for a merry holiday vacation experience for all.
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