The Norwegian Viva will embark on its maiden sailing on August 10.
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The 3,220-guest Norwegian Viva has joined Norwegian Cruise Line’s fleet ahead of its August 10 maiden sailing.
The Viva is Norwegian Prima’s sister ship, which saw record bookings upon its debut.
See what it’ll be like sailing aboard the new vessel with a go-kart track and 10-story slides.
Norwegian Cruise Line has added a 19th ship to its fleet: the 965-foot long Norwegian Viva.
The Norwegian Viva
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And it’s just about ready to begin revenue sailings. On August 10, the new vessel will embark on its maiden sailing before homeporting in San Juan, Puertro Rico from December through March 2024
La Terraza aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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The new vessel was designed to serve as the Norwegian Prima’s sister ship, which began sailing in 2022.
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima.
Norwegian Cruise Line
And if the Viva follows in the Prima’s footsteps, it could be one of Norwegian’s most successful ships.
The Norwegian Prima.
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When the Prima first opened for bookings in 2021, it quickly became the cruise line’s “most in-demand ship ever” after it saw record number of bookings within the first day and week, the cruise line reported in 2021.
The Norwegian Prima.
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Let’s take a look around the Viva to see if it’ll capture the same attention as its successful sister vessel.
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima.
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The new Viva can accommodate 3,100 passengers inside what will be the cruise line’s largest inside, oceanview, and balcony staterooms yet.
A penthouse with a balcony aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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These hotel rooms at sea include accommodations in the Haven by Norwegian, a more exclusive collection of 107 designer suites that range from about 370 to 2,100 square feet.
A penthouse with a balcony aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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The Haven appeals to guests who want a more luxurious cruising experience with access to a butler, a private outdoor lounge, spa amenities, and a specialty Haven restaurant, lounge, and bars.
The Haven sundeck on the Norwegian Viva.
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As Norwegian calls it, the Haven is a “ship-with-a-ship.”
Infinity Beach aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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But if you’re looking for a smaller, less expensive stateroom, opt for the studio.
The Norwegian Viva.
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At 94 square feet, the studio is Viva’s smallest accommodation designed for solo travelers.
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll lifestyle footage.
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The Haven is only accessible via key card, but the new ship will still have other leisure and recreational options to keep all passengers entertained at sea.
La Terraza aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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For example, adults can bask in the sun at the Vibe Beach Club, an adults-only space with infinity hot tubs and a bar.
The Norwegian Viva’s Vibe Beach Club.
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If you’re cruising with a family, there are plenty of child-friendly activities aboard the Viva …
The Norwegian Viva.
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… including a three-level go-kart track for the competitive passengers …
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll lifestyle footage.
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… a children’s water park for the future swimmers …
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll footage.
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… and 10-story tall dry slides.
The Norwegian Viva.
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There’s also a mini-golf course, golfing simulator, escape rooms, and a game center with VR headsets, to name a few additional entertainment options.
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll lifestyle footage.
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But if you’re looking for more leisure activities, take a stroll on Viva’s Ocean Boulevard, a large outdoor walking course that wraps around the ship.
A glass bridge on Oceanwalk aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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Along the way, you’ll find pit stops that’ll appeal to passengers looking for a relaxing day out at sea, including a glass bridge with views of the ocean …
A glass bridge on Oceanwalk aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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… infinity pools, outdoor lounges with hammocks …
Infinity Beach aboard the Norwegian Viva.
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… and Indulge Food Hall, a collective of 11 stalls that’ll serve meals like rotisserie meats, salads, barbecue, noodles, Indian dishes, and tapas.
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll lifestyle footage.
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If you prefer sit-down dining, Ocean Boulevard also has options like an Italian eatery, a cocktail and live music grill, and a Mexican restaurant.
Onda by Scarpetta on the Norwegian Viva
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If this sounds like your dream vacation, you could book an 11-day sailing aboard the Viva for as cheap as $500 per person for an 11-day cruise from Lisbon, Portugal to Miami.
The Norwegian Viva.
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This price then jumps to $2,820 per traveler for a 2024 19-day cruise from San Juan to Lisbon, Portugal. It may be pricier, but at least you’ll be traveling on a ship with a both a go-kart and a VR arcade.
A screenshot of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva b-roll footage.
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