Norwegian Aqua Now Sailing to Bermuda from New NYC Homeport
by Bruce Parkinson
Norwegian Aqua in its new NYC seasonal homeport.
Norwegian Aqua has completed her first sailing to Bermuda from her new seasonal homeport of New York City.
Through October 2025, the ship will offer round-trip five and seven-day voyages to Bermuda’s West End at the Royal Naval Dockyard with the convenience of sailing from Manhattan.
“We’re thrilled to have had Norwegian Aqua kick off her voyages from New York City this past week,” said Harry Sommer, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
“New York is an incredibly important market for us, so we’re excited to showcase our newest ship from here. We look forward to our guests enjoying all the onboard experiences Norwegian Aqua has to offer with their loved ones before relaxing on the pink sandy beaches and dipping into the clear blue waters of Bermuda.”
Aboard Norwegian Aqua’s sailings from New York, guests can explore ship features like the longest and fastest slides at sea; the Aqua Slidecoaster, a thrilling hybrid waterslide and roller coaster; the Glow Court, a digital sports complex with an interactive LED floor; and the Aqua Game Zone, a multi-generational gaming venue filled with retro arcade games and new-age virtual reality experiences.
For those seeking a more relaxing onboard experience, the ship boasts an expanded pool deck and Vibe Beach Club, the adults-only outdoor sundeck equipped with loungers, cabanas, hot tubs and the venue’s own private bar.
Additionally, guests can revel in a wide array of treatments at the Mandara Spa and Salon as well as the rejuvenating Thermal Suite, the forward-facing relaxation area featuring heated loungers, a variety of saunas and sensory experiences all with expansive views of the ocean.
With more time in port and overnight stays in Bermuda, guests can experience coastal adventures and activities by day, all before returning to the ship to dine at one of the 17 onboard culinary venues or for vibrant nightlife performances, like “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince,” or “Elements: The World Expanded,” an enhanced version of NCL’s top-rated show, inspired by the four elements – earth, wind, fire and water.
Following her New York City sailings and just in time to beat the winter blues, Norwegian Aqua will travel to Miami to sail four, five and seven-day Bahamas and Caribbean cruises from October 2025 through April 2026.
On all of these voyages, Norwegian Aqua will visit Great Stirrup Cay, NCL’s private island in the Bahamas and one of the company’s top guest-rated Caribbean destinations. In 2026, the vessel will return to New York City for an extended season of Bermuda sailings from April 2026 to October 2026.
For guests planning their next cruise vacation aboard Norwegian Aqua or any ship in NCL’s fleet, guests can take advantage of 50% off all cruises for a limited time plus More At Sea which provides travellers more value with unlimited open bar; as well as specialty dining meals; high-speed Wi-Fi minutes; and $50 shore excursion credits at every port of call for the first guest.
