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Christmas is a magical time of year. From the sounds of carols to the aroma of homemade cookies, the Christmas season offers a lot to love. But much stress goes on behind the scenes. Prepping for guests, putting up decorations, and shopping for gifts in crowded malls are enough to send anyone over the edge. Let someone else do the cooking and trim the tree this year by trading the holiday chaos for a stress-free Christmas cruise vacation in 2019.

We are excited to announce that the Elvis Duran and the Morning Show crew will be guest writing on our Travel Blog over the next couple of months. This week, Jake Tuff (a.k.a. Jake the Producer) shares his tips on Cruising for Millennials. Jake also earned himself the title of World's Best Son by surprising his parents with a Norwegian cruise to the Bahamas! Read more to watch the heartwarming video.

SIX, the critically-acclaimed British pop musical about Henry VIII's six wives will debut on board Norwegian Bliss, Breakaway and Getaway beginning next month. The show adds to the exceptional Broadway entertainment that Norwegian offers fleet-wide.

Norwegian is partnering with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) and Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Guy Harvey Research Institute to host the third annual ocean conservation-themed 7-day Canada and New England cruise on Norwegian Escape this fall.

If you've spent the summer leisurely sipping rosé by the pool, hiking in national parks, or relaxing at the beach, you're probably sad to realize that summer will soon be coming to an end. Fortunately, it is not too late to squeeze in one last trip before summer comes to a close. A Labor Day cruise is a cost-effective and fun way to end the summer. You can book a Labor Day cruise vacation now to take advantage of some great deals. Discover four of the best 2019 Labor Day cruises. 

Danielle Monaro from the Elvis Duran and the Morning Show joins us this week to share memorable moments from her latest cruise to the Bahamas and Florida aboard Norwegian Getaway.

Cruising from Miami is about to become even more stylish. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced plans for a new and exclusive terminal at PortMiami slated for completion by mid 2020.

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced an exciting new partnership with Andy Grammer, Family Affair Productions and Warner Chappell Music to curate Norwegian’s first-ever global music library. The “Free the Beat” program will provide a platform where the music industry's best songwriters, artists, talent and creators have the freedom to develop curated content inspired by the world's most beautiful destinations. This new and exclusive content will later be available on board Norwegian cruise ships, bringing the cruising experience to life with destination-inspired onboard playlists.

If you’re looking through Norwegian’s Asia cruises, you'll find no shortage of beautiful and exotic ports, many of which are in Japan. In fact, you can even book a cruise that primarily explores some of Japan's most iconic destinations. One option is a 13-day cruise from Yokohama. If you're planning a cruise to Japan, here's a look at 11 incredible ports in Japan you can't miss. 

Once you have your Italian cruise vacation with Norwegian booked, it's time to start planning your shore excursions and deciding what sights are most important on your list of things to do. However, don't forget all the delicious traditional foods that await you in Italy! Depending on the ports you are visiting, you'll have the opportunity to try dishes that are special to that region.

Are you considering an Africa cruise? Norwegian has three cruise ships traveling to exotic ports in South Africa to help challenge your idea of a great vacation. Currently, three Norwegian ships visit various ports in Africa — Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Jade, and Norwegian Spirit. Here's what you can expect onboard each of these cruise ships.

Few things are as exciting as stepping onto a new port during a cruise vacation. Fun, relaxation, and delicious cuisine await just steps from the dock. And a Bahamas cruise excels at delivering these iconic vacation experiences. A cruise to Grand Bahama Island promises vacation memories you won’t soon forget.

As we enter into 2019, we are pleased to announce that we have fully launched Cruise Norwegian onboard every Norwegian cruise ship. And now that we are fleet-wide, our journey has only begun! Read through to see exactly what you can expect before, during, and after your cruise with the all-new Cruise Norwegian mobile app.

Feel like making a good time five times more awesome? Feel Free. With Norwegian’s Free at Sea, you can enjoy Unlimited Open Bar, Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, WiFi or Friends & Family Sail Free. Choose one, pick two or take all five! Whether you’re looking forward to toasting each day at one of our unique bars and lounges, tasting your way through our specialty restaurants or Instagramming every perfect moment to friends and family back home, Norwegian’s Free at Sea will help you vacation your way.

Not only does Norwegian encourage you to vacation your way on our award-winning ships, we want to reward our loyal guests who keep coming back for more unforgettable cruise experiences. Our Latitudes Rewards Program does just that—reward you with awesome benefits for simply doing what you love to do, travel.

Norwegian Cruise Line is giving our guests exciting new ways to discover the world. From continuing to raise the bar with new, innovative cruise ships to extensively renovating our older ones, our award-winning fleet will provide you with incredible experiences in unbelievable destinations. The only tough decision you’ll have is choosing which cruise vacation to book next.

With Norwegian Cruise Line itineraries, you have a wide choice of islands to visit on your upcoming cruise vacation. Looking for a quick Caribbean getaway, an African safari, or an exotic adventure in East Asia? Norwegian Cruise Line has you covered with several exciting itineraries that include a variety of island ports. To get your wanderlust started, here are nine dreamy islands you can visit on your vacation. 

If you're considering a cruise with a port stop in Egypt (such as Norwegian's Africa cruises, Asia cruises, and Europe cruises), it's important to ensure that you pack the proper attire, especially if you plan to visit any mosques. Norwegian Cruise Line itineraries that stop in Egypt also stop in other Muslim countries that have similar dress codes. You'll want options that can be worn in multiple destinations.

In addition to Norwegian’s exciting Dining, Bars & Lounges unveiling for the upcoming Breakaway Plus class ship, Norwegian Encore, guests and foodies will be excited to learn that Onda by Scarpetta will be making its debut on board the 17^th ship in the fleet.

If you’re already excited to sail on Norwegian Encore, with its top-deck race track suspended 13 feet over the side of the ship and the largest open-air laser tag course at sea, you'll be thrilled to learn about the delectable offerings that await in the ship's restaurants, bars, and lounges.