Norwegian Viva | Cruise Ship Preview (2023)

With the first ship of Norwegian Cruise Line’s new Prima-class being readied for launch in 2022, a second, Norwegian Viva, has been announced that captures most of the essence of her sister, including all of the newly designed elements specific to this class. While smaller than the most recent Breakaway and Breakaway Plus ship classes, Prima class ships are all about the wide-open spaces. Highlights include Ocean Boulevard, located on Deck 8, featuring the Oceanwalk glass bridge and two infinity pools, Indulge Outdoor Lounge, where guests can warm up on cool nights with friends around the firepit and go all-in on some amazing food options at the Indulge Food Hall or enjoy dining with a view from one of the Ocean Boulevard seaside restaurants. There's also the completely reimagined Haven onboard Norwegian Viva for the ultimate in luxury offering a private Sundeck with its own infinity pool, hot tub, sauna & cold room and the most comfortable lounging areas. Enjoy exclusive menus throughout the day from the private restaurant, relax with a drink from one of the two bars and socialize or just unwind at The Haven Lounge. As with many of Norwegian’s most recent ships, single travelers will love the efficiently designed studio staterooms with access to the Studio Lounge, great for mingling and making new friends. Within each room category ranging from Interior, Oceanview, Balcony, Club Balcony & Suite are varying attributes allowing guests to select the perfect room location. Get your speed on with the return of go-kart racing on a three-level track featuring a longer straightaway and sharp twists and turns as riders pass through the ship’s funnel reaching speeds up to 50mph at Viva Speedway. After that exhilaration, the Viva Speedway Bar is the spot to cool down with a drink and share experiences with other racers. Continuing the need for speed, head down 10 stories on The Drop, a free-fall dry slide suspended off the side of the ship and plunging riders into a super-fast G-force frenzy. On the other side, The Rush, a pair of dry slides, gives guests the chance to go head-to-head as they race down to the bottom. TeeTime elevates the mini-golf experience with an over the top nine-hole course featuring the glitz of a Vegas backdrop. Fancy a game of darts, The Bull’s Eye, takes the classic game and elevates it with video tracking and an instant replay feature. If virtual gaming is more your thing, the Galaxy Pavilion, offers 14 attractions including four simulator experiences, two escape rooms and TopGolf Swing Suite utilizing state-of the-art tech and challenging virtual courses. Make a big splash at the AquaPark featuring NCL’s first Tidal Wave waterslide, where guests can always catch the perfect wave. Smaller cruisers will have a blast in the Kids AquaPark and parents can lounge by the pool or soak in one of two infinity hot tubs and get drinks from the Waves Pool Bar on those coveted days at sea. When traveling with kids and & teens, Norwegian Viva offers all of the popular programs with dedicated spaces including Guppies (6 months to 3 years), Splash Academy (3 to 12 years) and Entourage Teen Club (13 to 17 years). Another popular returning hot spot is the Vibe Beach Club. This adult-only oasis with available day and cruise-long passes, features a dedicated bar, two infinity hot tubs and tons of lounging space. Norwegian Viva will begin sailing in the Summer of 2023 with itineraries in the Mediterranean from Lisbon, Portugal, Southampton, England, Pireaus, Greece and Trieste, Italy, before repositioning to San Juan, Puerto Rico for Caribbean cruising through the Winter. #NorwegianViva #NorwegianCruiseLine #NCL Have Questions about Cruising? Ask Here. https://www.talkingcruise.com/ask-questions Get the Latest Cruise News & Our Views https://www.talkingcruise.com​ Social Media Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcruise​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcruise Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCruise​