by Donald Wood
Last updated: 10:05 AM ET, Wed November 29, 2023
Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated the christening of
Norwegian Viva, the company’s highly anticipated newest vessel and the second
ship in the award-winning Prima Class.
Following Norwegian Viva’s debut in August and its inaugural
summer season of European voyages, over 1,500 guests joined the christening
ceremony at Norwegian’s terminal at PortMiami.
The new ship’s godfather and GRAMMY Award-nominated singer,
Luis Fonsi, officially named and christened the vessel with the ceremonial
champagne bottle breaking across the hull. The festivities also included the
unveiling and dedication of the Knut Kloster Hall, a newly added installation
at the NCL Terminal that pays homage to the cruise line’s founder, Knut
Kloster.
“To christen Norwegian Viva in Miami is incredibly special
to many of us at NCL, not only because Miami is our hometown, but also because
we can share this moment with our local family and friends,” Norwegian President
David J. Herrera said.
“Launching a ship is no solo endeavor,” Herrera continued. “I
am overwhelmed with gratitude towards the entire NCL team, our partners and
especially our amazing crew who have contributed to bringing Norwegian Viva to
life and who care for and deliver exceptional vacation experiences for our
guests.”
Following the inaugural sailing from Miami, Norwegian Viva will
reposition to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and be the newest ship to homeport in the
destination when she arrives on December 15.
Through March 2024, the vessel will offer port-intensive
seven-day Caribbean voyages, where guests will wake up each day in a new
tropical island paradise with calls to Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St.
John's, Antigua; Bridgetown, Barbados; Castries, St. Lucia; Philipsburg, St. Maarten;
and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands with no days at sea.
In April 2024, Norwegian Viva will return to sail
Mediterranean and Greek Isles itineraries that offer an unmatched opportunity
to experience the beauty and culture of Europe.
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