Visitors boarding the Norwegian Aqua, aunched in April 2025, can anticipate a holiday filled with relaxation, diverse activities, and attentive service. This Norwegian Cruise Line ship, the first in the Prima Plus-class fleet, offers a modern design with innovative amenities, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests of all ages.
Reception Areas
The Penrose Atrium, a three-deck central hub, greets guests with its sleek design, featuring curved lines, neutral tones, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Surrounded by a Starbucks, the Metropolitan Bar with a grand piano, and high-end shops, it serves as a lively social space with live music and a digital art wall creating a welcoming ambiance.
Dining
Dining on the Norwegian Aqua caters to diverse tastes with 17 dining venues, including five complimentary options. Two main dining rooms, Hudson’s and The Commodore Room, offer multicourse meals with Freestyle Dining flexibility, allowing guests to dine when and where they choose. Specialty restaurants include Onda by Scarpetta for Italian cuisine, Cagney’s Steakhouse for premium cuts, and Sukhothai, a fleet-first Thai restaurant. The Indulge Food Hall, a casual venue, features 11 eateries like Planterie for plant-based dishes and Q Texas Smokehouse, all included in the fare. The Surfside Café buffet and The Local Bar & Grill provide all-day casual bites.
Entertainment
Entertainment keeps guests engaged day and night. The Aqua Theatre & Club, a 700-seat venue, hosts Broadway-style shows like “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince” and “Elements: The World Expanded” with acrobatics and visual effects. Syd Norman’s Pour House offers live rock performances, while The Improv at Sea delivers comedy. The Aqua Slidecoaster, a hybrid roller coaster and waterslide, and The Drop, a 10-story dry slide, provide thrills. Family-friendly activities include the Glow Court with an LED sports floor, a high-tech mini-golf course, and Splash Academy for kids aged 3-17 with crafts and games. The Ocean Boulevard promenade features a glass-bottomed Oceanwalk.
Accommodation
The ship’s 1,646 staterooms range from compact studios to expansive suites. Studio cabins, at 97-100 sq. ft, feature full-size beds and access to an exclusive Studio Lounge for solo travellers. Inside cabins, at 161-258 sq. ft, include twin beds convertible to a queen. Oceanview cabins, at 185-235 sq. ft, offer picture windows. Balcony cabins, at 230-360 sq. ft, provide private verandas. The Haven, a luxury ship-within-a-ship, includes suites from 368-2,100 sq. ft, with three-bedroom Duplex Suites, 24-hour butler service, and private balconies. All cabins feature plush bedding, interactive TVs, and ample storage.
Hospitality
The Norwegian Aqua prioritises guest comfort with a high staff-to-guest ratio. The Freestyle Cruising concept allows flexible schedules, supported by the Norwegian Cruise Line app for reservations and navigation. The crew’s attentive approach creates a home-like atmosphere, with 24-hour room service available (fees apply without More at Sea package). The Mandara Spa offers massages and facials, with a Thermal Suite featuring a two-story waterfall and hydrotherapy pool ($249 weekly pass). The Vibe Beach Club, an adults-only retreat, provides infinity hot tubs and private cabanas for $209 per week. The Haven offers exclusive amenities like a private pool and restaurant for suite guests.
