Norwegian Breakaway launches
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Norwegian Cruise Lines’ latest ship Norwegian Breakaway was launched in Southampton this week with an overnight celebratory event. Travel agents joined the cruise line at the event ahead of the ship’s christening on 8 May after a transatlantic sailing to New York.
Agents onboard the ship were able to sample the ship’s restaurants and entertainment which include a sea debut from celebrity chef Geoffery Zakarian as well as an open-air boardwalk and various indoor and outdoor venues.
“This is an exciting time for Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Breakaway continues Norwegian’s long-standing tradition of innovation with features on board, such as The Waterfront and 678 Ocean Place. This unique outdoor dining and entertainment space adds a whole new dynamic to ocean cruising as guests enjoy al fresco dining along with three action-packed decks that allow guests to fully experience the ship’s connection with the ocean,” said Francis Riley, vice president and general manager international of Norwegian.
“Norwegian Breakaway is also distinctive as it will homeport year round in New York, something that we are very excited about. The ship’s strong ties to the Big Apple are apparent throughout the ship, from her hull designed by legendary artist Peter Max to the entertainment on board with three Broadway shows, including Rock of Ages.”
Paralympian Ellie Simmonds attended as the ship’s UK ambassador and to mark the launch of a new ‘Breakaway Water Project’ between Norwegian and Just a Drop. The two are working together to bring clean water to an African village, with Simmonds also due to trial the ship’s five-slide Aqua Park.
The ship will sail year-round from New York to Bermuda in the summer, followed by a seven-day Bahamas & Florida itinerary in the winter.