Sarah Bretz, ContributorNorwegian Cruise Line has announced that its ships Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Breakaway will both be undergoing extensive renovations to add new guest experiences. Norwegian Bliss’ dry dock will take place from this coming January 17th to February 2nd. The dry dock for Norwegian Breakaway will be from February 19th to March 14th.
“At Norwegian Cruise Line, our guests and what they value most is critical in order for us to develop experiences. Our goal is to provide them their very own best vacation,” said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “From creating new concepts that offer more outdoor gathering spaces for making memories with friends and family, to expanding dining options that consistently bring joy to our guests across our fleet, we’re providing more to do and more to enjoy for all types of travelers.”
Norwegian Bliss
Following Bliss’ dry dock, guests will be able to enjoy the addition of a brand-new venue for NCL, Horizon Park. The versatile, outdoor gathering space will offer a variety of experiences from lawn-style games such as cornhole to giant Jenga and reclining loungers on the top deck. Designed by NCL’s Innovation Team in collaboration with SMC Design and Conductr, the area will flaunt sweeping views of the ocean while providing a space for guests to come together in a laid back, relaxed environment.
Building on the demand for the new three-bedroom suites in The Haven, which was first seen on Norwegian Prima and then expanded to Norwegian Joy and Encore, Norwegian Bliss will receive updated accommodations for the Premiere Owner’s Suites with Large Balconies in The Haven. These top-tier suites will now include three bedrooms, three and a half baths, a separate dining room overlooking The Haven Horizon Lounge, and fully refurbished living areas, master bedrooms, and outdoor balcony furnishings.
Repurposing a portion of the Observation Lounge on deck 15, the ship will also add 24 additional balcony cabins and two additional club balcony staterooms.
As a result of overwhelming popularity, enhancements to public areas on Bliss will include an expanded Cagney’s Steakhouse (replacing Los Lobos), an expanded Teppanyaki (replacing Coco’s), and the introduction of Palomar, the elevated seafood specialty dining restaurant that debuted on Prima (replacing Ocean Blue).
Once Norwegian Bliss completes her dry dock, she will embark on a 13-day itinerary beginning on February 2nd from Southampton to Miami. The ship will then sail to the western Caribbean in February, the Mexican Riviera in March, and from Seattle to Alaska for the summer starting in April.
Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Breakaway will be debuting a brand-new movie and dining venue called Silver Screen Bistro, which will be replacing the Spiegel Tent. The industry-first concept will offer oversized recliners and retractable tables to allow guests to enjoy shareable handheld menu items including select dishes from the global fusion specialty restaurant, Food Republic.
Similar to Norwegian Bliss, Breakaway will also offer the new Horizon Park on the top of the ship. The al fresco venue will boast an additional feature on this ship, though, a large stage for live music and entertainment. As a result of the popularity on the Prima class vessels, Norwegian Breakaway will debut The Stadium, a complimentary outdoor activities concept offering family-friendly games.
Additionally, guest-favorite restaurant Cagney’s Steakhouse will replace Moderno Churrascaria to add more seating, and Ocean Blue will become Palomar.
Vibe Beach Club, the adults-only sundeck, and The Haven Sundeck will be expanded to feature additional seating and cabanas for guests to take in more ocean views.
Following the completion of her three-week dry dock, Norwegian Breakaway will sail a variety of itineraries from Barcelona, Spain, and Venice (Trieste), Italy.
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