Everything You Need to Know about Norwegian’s 50th Anniversary

Happy 50th Anniversary Norwegian Cruise Lines!

The M/S Sunward made her first voyage from Miami to the Caribbean on December 19, 1966, signifying the birth of Norwegian Caribbean Lines. Today, the company now known as Norwegian Cruise Line is a leading global cruise brand with 14 purpose-built ships sailing to more than 300 destinations worldwide.

To celebrate this golden milestone, Norwegian is inviting their guests, travel professionals, partners and team members to share fifty years of memories made through the company’s #NorwegiansFirst50 Anniversary Campaign.

Keep reading to learn more about Norwegian’s first 50 and how you can be a part of the celebration.

Norwegian Cruise Line Celebrates 50 Years

“Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is celebrating fifty years of incredible moments aboard our ships and it’s the people — our guests, travel partners, team and crew members — who make our history so special. We wouldn’t be here today without their loyalty and dedication,” said Andy Stuart, President and Chief Executive Officer for Norwegian Cruise Line. “We invite everyone who has sailed with us, commemorated a special occasion with us or made memories onboard to share their favorite moments and celebrate our first fifty years along with us.”

Through the global initiative, Norwegian Cruise Line guests, travel partners, and current and former employees are invited to upload their photos and stories to NorwegiansFirst50.com, which showcases a dynamic timeline of photos and stories spanning the brand’s first 50 years.

When you upload memorable moments to the site, which will serve as a living, growing tribute to 50 years of feeling free out on the water, you’re encouraged to share your memories with friends on your social networks, with the chance of Winning a Free Cruise as a reward for joining in the celebration (in participating markets).
The promotion begins at 12:00:00 a.m. Eastern Time (“ET”) on September 29, 2016 and ends 11:59:59 pm ET on November 17, 2016 (“Promotional Period”). Limit one entry per person. No purchase or obligation necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning.

If you wish to sail during Norwegian’s official 50th anniversary this December, you can reserve your stateroom now to join in the fun, with eight-day cruises departing on December 18 from New York to Florida and The Bahamas on Norwegian Breakaway; from Miami to the Western Caribbean on Norwegian Getaway; and from Tampa to the Western Caribbean on Norwegian Jade.

On December 19, you can set sail from the Big Apple on Norwegian Gem to the Eastern Caribbean on a 10-day holiday cruise and from Miami on Norwegian Pearl, for a 10-day bucket list Panama Canal adventure. These anniversary cruises also offer a special holiday bonus of $100 in onboard credit, perfect for purchasing last-minute holiday gifts in one of the onboard boutiques or to toast to the New Year with a relaxing and indulgent spa treatment, and more. Best of all, it’s combinable with Norwegian’s Free At Sea offer, to make for a merry holiday vacation experience for all.

Are You Ready to Sail with Norwegian Cruise Line?

Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 49-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising. Most notably, Norwegian revolutionized the cruise industry by offering guests the freedom and flexibility to design their ideal cruise vacation on their schedule.

Today, Norwegian invites guests to “Feel Free” to explore the world on one of 14 purpose-built ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed, resort style cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea.

To book an award-winning cruise with Norwegian, contact your Travel Planners International professional today. Tomorrow, imagine a collection of smiles, splashes, and sunsets aboard your ship. These and other memories are waiting for you.