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If you’ve cruised with Norwegian, you know the cruise line offers plenty of opportunities to vacation your way. Part of that service comes with even more perks if you sail in The Haven and Suites. In my previous article, I told you what it’s like before you cruise, when you check in, and what you can expect in your stateroom. Now, let’s take a look at what it’s like to enjoy Butler and Concierge Service onboard Norwegian Cruise Line ships.

What makes sailing Norwegian’s Suites and The Haven so sweet?  In a word:  EVERYTHING!  In a world where every cruise line offers special perks for their suite guests, no other cruise line even comes close to the comprehensive offerings on Norwegian.  If you’re looking to enjoy pampering and perks on your next cruise vacation, they’ve got that and so much more.  From the moment you arrive at your embarkation port, until you’re departing on disembarkation day, you’ll discover a level of service and benefits that make your cruise vacation stress-free, and that truly puts the “sweet” in suite living!

One common feature that almost every cruise ship shares is the ocean view you’ll savor from the top deck. After all, it’s the highest vantage point to take in a 360-degree perspective of nature’s greatest wonders while cruising. But that is where the similarities end and possibilities begin. Because on Norwegian Cruise Line, the top deck has been lavishly appointed and strategically designed to include some of the ship’s favorite features that fully integrate the best activities and entertainment with postcard-worthy scenery.

If you’re like most of us in the workaday world, the reality is that you have a limited amount of vacation days allotted per year. Which is why Norwegian Cruise Line has created the perfect solution: a three-day Bahamas cruise that will satisfy the most intrepid global traveler, as well as a perfect introduction for a novice sailor. You never need to make a ho-hum staycation out of a long weekend off from work again.

Watch the time lapse video of Norwegian Bliss as she is waterborne for the first time at Meyer Werft.

If you believe that cruises are stuffy, formal vacations for wealthy travelers, then you are in for a surprise. Today's cruise ships are not anything like you might expect. Cruising involves much more than just shuffleboard and ballroom dancing. From onboard eateries that give you a taste of culture and food from all over the world to the hippest speakeasy at sea, there are plenty of things for the younger generation onboard a cruise ship.

Today Norwegian Cruise Line marked the start of construction for its newest ship. Named Norwegian Encore, Norwegian’s latest addition to its young, modern fleet will sail The Caribbean from Miami seasonally beginning fall 2019.

Right on the heels of its Norwegian Bliss New York announcement, Norwegian Cruise Line has just unveiled cruise itineraries for fall and winter 2019/2020. This new release comes with news of Norwegian Bliss sailing the Bahamas, Southern, and Western Caribbean, Norwegian Getaway cruising from New Orleans, and Norwegian Epic homeporting from the island of Puerto Rico for a full cruise season. Norwegian Escape will also return to the city of her christening, Miami. There’s lots of excitement to look forward to – and many vacations to be planned! These new itineraries open for sale tomorrow, January 17^th for returning guests and Thursday, January 18^th for the general public.

Read on for a full list of sailings for Norwegian Cruise Line’s fall and winter 2019/2020 cruise season.

Norwegian Bliss is coming to New York! Norwegian Cruise Line President and CEO Andy Stuart announced to Bliss Godfather Elvis Duran on his Morning Show that Norwegian Bliss will sail in New York beginning November 2019. She will be the largest ship sailing from New York, boasting over 167,000 gross tonnages and capacity for over 4,000 guests.

Everyone loves to take a cruise, for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday celebration, an anniversary, or just a regular getaway with friends, cruising is one of the most exciting adventures one can embark on. If you are looking to have some extra flair on your next vacation, why not consider a theme cruise? Norwegian Cruise Lines offers lots of different options to ramp up your excitement at sea. If you are a fan of music festivals, or a fan of television, you are sure to love the many themed cruising options they have available.