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After a seven-year period and with over 100 million votes cast worldwide, the New Seven Wonders of the World were chosen in 2007 from a ballot consisting of 200 awe-inspiring possibilities. You can visit all of these impressive wonders - with only one exception - on fabulous cruise holidays with Norwegian Cruise Line. In fact, there's even one cruise where you can visit two wonders with just one exhilarating itinerary. Wouldn't that be something worth sending a postcard home about? So just where are the extraordinary New Seven Wonders of the World? Let's take a look.

If you're an avid cruiser, chances are your New Year's resolutions could go something like this: Learn a new language, go on more adventures, enjoy the moment, and, of course, travel more. Even the Dalai Lama suggests this: Once a year, we should go someplace we've never been before. He gets it. And so does travel photographer Matthew Karsten, who advises that an "investment in travel is an investment in yourself.” What are your travel plans and goals for 2019, and why not begin now? Here are seven fun and exciting ways to start the New Year on a cruise ship.

No matter your destination or the length of your cruise, one of the most exciting steps in booking your cruise holiday with Norwegian is choosing your stateroom. Since the prices and accommodation vary depending on the cabin size you select, you have several factors to consider. Here's everything you need to know to choose the right cruise stateroom for you.

South America offers an array of amazing destinations and landscapes to explore. Norwegian's South American cruise itineraries offer you many diverse and exciting experiences. Discover the remarkable natural flora and fauna of the Amazon rainforest. Learn about the ancient and mysterious Inca civilization of Machu Picchu. Tango along to the searing hot beats at one of the many Buenos Aires dance clubs. 

As one of the seven wonders of the modern world, the Panama Canal is definitely something you should see in your lifetime. This 50-mile waterway was entirely man-made to connect the East and the West through Central America. Overall, 56,000 people worked on this project. If this mix of history, excellent weather, and numerous cultural sites sounds interesting to you, one of the best ways to tour this area is on a cruise.

Although Europe is much smaller than the United States, it contains a variety of cultures and climates, which makes it an attractive destination for year-round travel. The right time of year for a Europe cruise depends on what you want to see and do. Discover what you can expect during the different months of the year on a cruise to Europe.

Peru is a lush country of extraordinary beauty in the South American continent. The port city of Callao is your gateway to the capital of Peru - Lima. This vibrant, colourful city is a photographer's dream. You'll encounter many areas to explore in Lima — culture, architecture, and cuisine.

You don't have to travel far to experience awe-inspiring natural beauty. Dynamic glaciers, rugged mountains, and temperate rainforests are just a few of the natural wonders that you can see on an Alaskan cruise to Glacier Bay.

There is no better way to celebrate a wedding, birthday, or anniversary than with a cruise from one of the most recognised cities in the world - New York City. The Big Apple is overflowing with tons of energy, vibrancy, and class. But if you're a local, you'll agree that a getaway to warmer weather can only help you appreciate home that much more. Norwegian conveniently cruises from NYC, for a stress-free commute to the holiday you not only want, but need. New ships. New experiences. Cruise from the city that never sleeps and wake up to sandy beaches down south.

Flanked by the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains, the Pacific Northwest is a destination unto itself. As the largest city in the area, Seattle offers the quintessential Pacific Northwest experience, complete with world-class restaurants and shopping as well as natural beauty and seemingly endless opportunities for adventure.