The LAUNCH
Meet the most incredible cruise ship: Norwegian Bliss, custom built for the spectacular, will be cruising Alaska and the Caribbean seasonally
SET SAIL on Norwegian Bliss, the spectacular new ship from Norwegian Cruise Line, and you’ll tick off every ingredient of your perfect holiday – and a lot more... She is, quite simply, designed to make waves with all the incredible experiences you’ll have on-board. The thrills and spills of the Aqua Park are hard to resist, with an extraordinary chance to whoosh down the Ocean Loop tube slides – with transparent sections – that protrude over the side of the ship, or the Aqua Racer, a tandem waterslide that will bring out your competitive side. Or simply lounge by the pools and hot tubs on deck, an ice-cool drink in hand, and soak up the atmosphere.
Imagine testing your kart skills as you zip around hairpin turns on a stunning two-level competitive circuit – the largest racetrack at sea. Surrounded by expansive horizons as far as the eye can see, the ocean will blur on your adrenaline-fuelled drive.
Take aim at the stars with a fast-action laser tag game, as you embark on an intergalactic mission to find human colonisers who have lost contact with planet earth. Sounds fun? You bet it is.
PARTY NIGHTS
IF, AFTER all that exertion, you want to kick back and unwind, then there are plenty of options for that, too. A revolutionary 180-degree Observation Lounge will give you a front-row seat on the world, immersing you in every stunning moment at sea, from bald eagles soaring over Alaskan glaciers to pods of dolphins playing in the shimmering waters of the Caribbean. Sit back and soak up breathtaking vistas through more than 3,500 square feet of floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, with interactive screens to identify views and inform you as you carve through the water in the utmost comfort. Complimentary bites are served morning, noon and night, with a fullservice bar to deliver the perfect pre-dinner drink as the sun dips below the horizon, or perhaps a nightcap before retiring to bed.
Take your seat for an evening at the blockbuster, Tony ® Award-winning musical, Jersey Boys, depicting the incredible true-life tale of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons through toe-tapping song and dance. You’ll find yourself singing along to hit after hit as a world-class cast belt out the likes of ‘Oh, What A Night’, ‘Walk Like a Man’ and ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ in this exclusive seafaring theatrical spectacular.
Spend the night in a swinging speakeasy at Happy Hour Prohibition – The Musical. Or be transported back to the Cuba of the 1950s, with ¡HAVANA!, a lively musical that
celebrates the vibrant cultural scene of this colourful city in its heyday, with seductive rhythms, sultry dance moves and a spectacular stage set. Fans of the Fab Four will welcome the opportunity to hang out at the Bliss version of the world-renowned Cavern Club, the Liverpool venue where the Beatles made their name. Then there’s Social, a nightclub that transforms from comedy venue to silent disco and themed party nights.
When it comes to dining, an array of diverse destinations awaits: head to 678 Ocean Place at the heart of the ship, and tuck in at Teppanyaki, an authentic Japanese hibachi restaurant where a chef prepares, cooks and serves your meal on a large steel grill right before your eyes. This multi-sensory experience will leave you astounded, as you witness a dazzling display of knife skills, and mouthwatering aromas waft towards you before you indulge in unforgettable taste sensations such as flying shrimp and onion volcanoes.
At the Q Texas Smokehouse, enjoy hickory, oak and pecan-smoked ribs, chicken or brisket with authentic barbecue flavours, or savour the catch of the day at Ocean Blue, where fresh seafood is served inside or outside on The Waterfront – from locally sourced salmon in Alaska to grilled snapper or ceviche in the Caribbean. Tuscan fare is on the menu at La Cucina and, for a sweet treat, Coco’s offers delicious chocolate pralines, crêpes and more.
TRANQUIL SPACE
WHETHER you’re travelling solo, as a multi-generational group, or as a couple seeking a romantic escape, Bliss offers a range of accommodation to suit your tastes and budget. From cosy studios for solo travellers to connecting staterooms for families to well appointed Spa Suites and sumptuous luxury and 24-hour butler service in The Haven by Norwegian ® , you’ll enjoy a tranquil space in which to relax and unwind.
Having won Best Cruise Line in Europe for the tenth consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards, and in the Caribbean for the fifth consecutive year, Norwegian Cruise Line is taking its offer up yet another notch with the launch of Norwegian Bliss.
She ticks off every ingredient of your perfect holiday