NORWEGIAN Cruise Line (NCL) has officially christened Norwegian Aqua in Miami, with a special appearance from American actor Eric Stonestreet, the ship’s godfather. The christening ceremony took place at Norwegian’s terminal at PortMiami, with more than 2,000 guests in attendance, including Cruise Weekly. “The team at Norwegian, on board and...
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NORWEGIAN Cruise Line (NCL) has officially christened Norwegian Aqua in Miami, with a special appearance from American actor Eric Stonestreet, the ship’s godfather.
The christening ceremony took place at Norwegian’s terminal at PortMiami, with more than 2,000 guests in attendance, including Cruise Weekly.
“The team at Norwegian, on board and ashore, are the very best of the best, and I am honoured to serve as the godfather of the beautiful Norwegian Aqua,” Stonestreet said at the christening.
“As a new cruiser who has a deep passion for travel, it is absolutely spectacular to see the amazing features and experiences that travellers and their families can enjoy aboard Norwegian Aqua, including the world’s first hybrid roller coaster and water slide, the Aqua Slidecoaster.”
The ceremony saw a preview of Norwegian’s newest in-house production Revolution: A Celebration of Prince, the world’s first-ever theatrical concert experience (CW 17 Sep 2024) honouring the singer-songwriter.
Aqua Captain Robert Lundberg also gave remarks, while pastor Pete Pera made an official blessing of the ship, wishing safe travels for all who sail aboard.
The christening concluded with the ceremonial bottle break across Aqua’s hull, initiated by Stonestreet, which signifies good fortune and safe travels for all who sail on board.
“It is a very special time for all of us at NCL – we are welcoming a new incredible ship into our fleet with the christening of the stunning and action-packed Norwegian Aqua, and we are doing so alongside her godfather, Eric Stonestreet, who perfectly embodies the authenticity of what it means for our guests to ‘Experience More at Sea,'” NCL President David Herrera said.
The Norwegian head also revealed plans for the expansion of Great Stirrup Cay (CW 21 May), the cruise line’s private island destination (more on page 3), which Aqua will visit as part of her christening voyage. MS
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