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New York is a destination unto itself. It's hard to find another city in the world with New York's level of entertainment, shopping, and dining opportunities. That's why Norwegian Cruise Line has chosen to make it a starting point for many exciting cruise itineraries for the 2025 cruising season. Start your next cruise vacation off right by spending some time exploring the sights and sounds of the Big Apple before embarking on a cruise with Norwegian to exhilarating ports of call along the Atlantic.

The wait is finally over. Our new winter itineraries for 2026 & 2027 are set to whisk you away to some of the world’s most captivating destinations. From the tropical allure of The Caribbean and the vibrant cultures of Asia to the majestic fjords of New Zealand and the sun-soaked shores of the Mexican Riviera, these sailings promise endless opportunities to explore, experience, and indulge. With options for short and extended cruises, our carefully curated itineraries—with longer stays in port—allow you to dive deeper into each locale aboard our award-winning fleet.

Picture yourself spending sun-drenched days exploring gorgeous landscapes, savoring authentic local flavors and uncovering hidden treasures, followed by evenings filled with world-class entertainment, specialty dining and moments of pure relaxation. Our winter lineup offers the best of every world.

There's no better way to get a party started than cruising from vibrant New Orleans, Louisiana. Starting a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line in New Orleans allows you to savor the sights, sounds, and sensations of New Orleans before embarking on the cruise vacation of a lifetime with various ports of call. With cruises leaving New Orleans from January through April and then again in November and December, a cruise with Norwegian is the perfect way to escape the cold and see the world from a new perspective.

Let's take a look at some of the exciting destinations you can cruise to in 2025, embarking from New Orleans.

If you're looking for a fun, carefree cruise vacation with plenty of opportunities to relax and recharge, a Bermuda cruise is the perfect choice. This tiny country offers vacationers plentiful golf courses, classy shops, and worldly museums. Plus, the scenery is gorgeous with frequent blue skies and pink sand beaches.

Have you ever come across the term "repositioning cruise" while surfing the Norwegian Cruise Line website and wondered what it means? They are what they sound like, and they involve repositioning a ship from one place to another. For example, a ship that offers Caribbean cruise itineraries out of a U.S. port in winter might switch things up for summer with Mediterranean sailings out of Spain. Norwegian gives you the chance to join the crew on a specialty adventure as the ship cruises across the Atlantic to its new summer port.

Aloha! Imagine starting your vacation amidst the serene beauty of Oahu with the opportunity to explore its rich history and vibrant culture before embarking on a luxurious cruise. Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii Cruisetours offer just that, blending land and sea adventures together seamlessly. Sound interesting? Here are a few of the top reasons to consider booking a Hawaii Cruisetour for your next cruise vacation.

Are you considering a cruise out of Miami? With Norwegian, you can visit some relaxing island destinations or venture off on an extraordinary journey to the Panama Canal. Now is the ideal time to book your next Norwegian cruise vacation. Explore a few of the dynamic destinations you can explore on a Miami cruise.

The Panama Canal is a modern marvel that opened sea travel in a way that was unimaginable to previous generations. Upon its completion in 1914, ships were able to take a shortcut between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, which saved them the 8,000-nautical mile trip around the tip of South America. Today, cruisers aboard Norwegian Cruise Line can travel through the Panama Canal and experience this 51-mile engineering wonder firsthand. Set sail aboard one of Norwegian's 2025 Panama Canal cruises, and enjoy stops at a variety of fun and exciting port cities.

If seeing a glacier up close and personal is on your bucket list, you are in the right place since Alaska is home to the most glaciers in the United States. With over 27,000 glaciers, The Last Frontier is one of the best places to see these majestic pieces of nature up close on an Alaska cruise.

Sometimes non-cruisers claim cruising can be boring. Let’s set the record straight: whether you’re sailing to the Eastern, Western or Southern Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line has got your adventure covered. You can soar through the air in Belize, glide over the water in Cozumel, or seek out an undersea adventure by going on a wreck dive in Aruba. So go on, own your Caribbean adventure vacation - it’s going to be a blast! Here are 12 thrilling things to do on a Caribbean cruise with Norwegian!