NORWEGIAN LUNA™ WELCOMES ITS FIRST GUESTS TO EUROPE | News
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the world leader in innovative cruise travel, today unveiled the first official architectural images and videos of Norwegian Luna, providing a first look at the ship’s striking next-generation design as she embarks on her inaugural transatlantic voyage. NCL’s newest ship welcomed her first guests in Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, on March 10, 2026 and will make her U.S. debut in Miami, the cruise capital of the world, on March 23, 2026.
The new visuals showcase Norwegian Luna’s bold and modern design, highlighting carefully curated spaces and experiences that allow guests to create a vacation that feels flexible, seamless and easy.
“The Norwegian Luna is an absolutely beautiful ship and the true definition of what it means to cruise with NCL,” said Marc Kazlauskas, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “After taking a first look at the ship, I am so excited for guests to enjoy the wide-open outdoor spaces that bring them closer to the sea, the intimate yet thoughtful retreat areas and the exciting entertainment and delicious cuisine. Norwegian Luna gives guests the freedom to vacation their way and the opportunity to reconnect with those who matter most, while experiencing unforgettable moments along the way. I look forward to welcoming her to Miami and kicking off her inaugural Caribbean season, where she will visit our private resort-style island destinations, Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas and Harvest Caye in Belize.”
Building on the innovative foundation of Norwegian Aqua®, Norwegian Luna features a collection of distinctive attractions designed to deliver unforgettable moments at sea. Highlights include the Aqua Slidecoaster, NCL’s exclusive hybrid of a water slide and roller coaster, which was recently named the “Best Water Park Ride/Attraction” by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
In addition, the ship will introduce new experiences designed with multi-generational family travel in mind, including Luna Midway, an outdoor theme park-style space with carnival-inspired games; Moon Climber, a multi-level obstacle course designed for both children and adults; and Horizon Park, a free recreation area with lawn games, all located on the upper decks of the ship.
For a more relaxing atmosphere, guests can unwind in the two-story Mandara Spa with a host of saunas, treatment rooms and an expansive Thermal Suite with 180-degree ocean views. For a retreat in the sun, travelers can escape to the adults-only Vibe Beach Club, equipped with ample lounge chairs, cabanas and a bar for delicious cocktails and drinks. Additionally, guests can choose from a variety of studio, interior, ocean view and balcony staterooms, or suites in The Haven by Norwegian®, NCL’s exclusive ship-within-ship concept, featuring a private restaurant, lounge, bar and sundeck, as well as personal butler and concierge service.
High-energy, high-quality productions developed in-house at NCL’s Creative Studios for guests to enjoy include ‘Elton: A Celebration of Elton John™’, a concert-style experience celebrating the legendary music of Sir Elton John, and ‘HIKO: Innovation Meets Wonder™’, a multimedia production that combines innovative design, cirque-style acrobatics and contemporary dance. In addition, guests can enjoy a wide range of complimentary dining options, including Hudson’s, Commodore Room and Indulge Food Hall, a globally inspired dining venue offering an array of international flavors. Norwegian Luna also features specialty restaurants such as Sukhothai for vibrant Thai cuisine; Onda by Scarpetta for authentic Italian dishes; the elegant Le Bistro for French cuisine, and Cagney’s, a signature American steakhouse.
Following her debut in Miami and her naming ceremony on March 27, 2026, Norwegian Luna will embark on a series of three- and four-day voyages to the Bahamas, as well as seven-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries to some of the region’s most celebrated beach destinations. From April through November 2026, itineraries include ports such as Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay, NCL’s private island paradise in the Bahamas. The island has recently undergone several improvements, including a pier and tram service for better access to the island; the Great Life Lagoon, an expansive pool with swim-up bars, spacious lounge chairs and cabanas; and Vibe Shore Club, an adults-only retreat with private beach access and a bar. Scheduled to open in summer 2026, Great Tides Waterpark will feature a total of 19 water slides, the 800-foot-long Wandering River and the 100,000-square-foot Splash Cay for the whole family.
From November 2026, the Norwegian Luna will switch to Western Caribbean routes, calling at Roatán (Islas de la Bahía), Honduras; Cozumel, Mexico; and Harvest Caye, NCL’s private, resort-style destination off the coast of Belize.
On April 6, 2027, Norwegian Luna will debut in New York City, becoming the newest ship in the contemporary segment to sail from this iconic port. The ship will offer four- to seven-day voyages to Bermuda, with overnight stays in the Royal Naval Dockyard.
For more information about Norwegian Cruise Line’s award-winning fleet of 21 ships and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com.
