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Norway Winter Cruises

During the winter months we offer a selection of winter cruises with Hurtigruten along the coast of Norway, including the complete Hurtigruten cruise and shorter Northern Lights cruises in Northern Norway.

Thanks to the Gulf stream almost all of Norway's coast remains free of ice throughout the year. Away from the city lights a cruise with Hurtigruten also offers good chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Combine your winter cruise with exotic winter activities, such as dog sledding and snowmobile safaris.

Read more about Hurtigruten cruises along the Norwegian coast.

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Winter Cruise & Northern Lights - 8 nights

Enjoy an amazing winter Cruise package with a 5 nights authentic Hurtigruten cruise from the rugged Arctic wilderness of Northern Norway to the magnificent coastal landscape of Western Norway, with calls at tiny coastal towns & fishing settlements. The tour starts with a night in Oslo and overnight in a Gamme cabin in Kirkenes. Enjoy dog sledding in Kirkenes & shore excursions on Vesteralen Islands and in Trondheim. You can add optional land excursions en route.

Individual/unescorted  trip starting in Oslo & finishing in Bergen. Duration 8 nights

Prices from NOK 25495 per person MORE PRICES & BOOKING Choose a start date, rooms/number of travellers and you will see the prices in the tour summary box

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Geirangerfjord winter cruise

Cruise the Geirangerfjord without the crowds this winter!

• Join in on an unforgettable winter cruise to the Geirangerfjord from Ålesund.
• Travel on a warm and cosy boat into the raw, wild, and beautiful fjord landscape, visit the Norwegian Fjord center, walk along the frozen waterfalls in Geiranger and enjoy an included lunch.
• Experience a popular World Heritage Site without the large crowds this winter.

Enjoy peaceful close contact with the rugged winter nature from a cozy warm boat. Whether you are here when the landscape is sparkling with autumn colors, when it is covered with snow and ice, or when it bursts into spring. A calm rests over the landscape in autumn, winter and spring - the air is sharper, the light clearer and the shadows deeper.

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This trip starts from Ålesund with a modern boat which takes you into the fjord towards the heart of the UNESCO-area of Geiranger . While sitting comfortably in the boat, you get to experience how the settings change with the landscape. From the open horizons by the coast to the dramatic and mysterious fjords inland.

The last half hour of the trip goes through the vast Geirangerfjord , past abandoned fjord farms, high mountains and mighty waterfalls. Why not go up on the deck to get a light refreshing shower of mountain water on your face?

Included in the trip is a Fjord Ranger from the Norwegian Fjord Center. The fjord ranger will explain how glaciers, rivers and other forces have shaped the landscape, about the great diversity of plants and animals that live here, and about people who once settled here.

When you arrive in Geiranger, you go by bus to the spectacular viewpoint Flydalsjuvet, where you get the chance to take iconic pictures of the fjord and Geiranger. The tour also includes a visit to the Norwegian Fjord Center, which is an exciting visitor and information center for the West Norwegian fjord landscape and for the Geirangerfjord heritage area. Everyone who wants to can walk the 'Waterfall walk' (327 steps) down the magnificent river at Norsk Fjordsenter and back to the boat.

After a day filled with winter impressions from Geiranger, it feels good to get on the boat again for a relaxing trip back to Ålesund.

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Chase the Arctic Magic

Overnight Northern Lights & Whale Watching Safari

Join us for an unforgettable overnight adventure cruise! Venture out in search of orcas, humpbacks, and other majestic sea creatures as we journey through the Arctic fjords, far from city lights.

Experience an unforgettable overnight adventure safari!

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Norwegian Cruise Line Reveals Winter 2022 – 2023 Itineraries

Courtesy NCL: Miami, FL, US – Sep 24, 2020 – Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel with a 53-year history of breaking boundaries, opened for sale a wide-range of winter 2022 – 2023 worldwide cruises for 13 of its 18 ships, providing travelers with a wide array of warm-weather destinations to choose from for their next cruise vacation.

In addition, Latitudes Members will receive an exclusive limited-time offer available on all ships and all destinations. The limited-time offers include 15% off cruise fares plus Bonus Latitudes Points for Latitudes Members. In addition, and for a limited time only, all guests can book all FIVE Free at Sea Offers including Free Open Bar, Free Specialty Dining, Free Excursions, Free WiFi and Free Kids — a $2,900 value.

From eight- to 21-day sailings transiting the impressive Panama Canal; Caribbean voyages offering calls to the enhanced Great Stirrup Cay, the Company’s private island resort in the Bahamas; and sailings out of the West Coast on Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy, the industry’s largest and newest ships cruising the Mexican Riviera, the variety of itineraries offer experiences that appeal to everyone.

“As we all continue to daydream of our next cruise vacation, we are excited to open for sale new itineraries for those eager to visit a tropical destination or dive into cultural experiences through one of our Extraordinary Journeys,” said Harry Sommer, Norwegian Cruise Line president and chief executive officer. “We are very hopeful we will resume operations soon but for now, our new itineraries will allow travelers to start planning ahead for their next cruise vacation with Norwegian Cruise Line.”

EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEYS

The new cruises offer a selection of Extraordinary Journeys – a collection of longer, one-of-a-kind port-rich voyages, that inspire a sense of discovery and broader connection with places around the world.

Notable Voyages

Beginning Nov. 12, 2022, Norwegian Jewel will sail a selection of Panama Canal voyages offering 12-day open-jaw cruises from San Diego, Los Angeles and Colon, Panama; allowing guests to plan additional vacation days pre-or-post cruise. The ship’s itineraries call to the picturesque destinations of Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, and Huatulco, Mexico; Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala; San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua; Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas), Costa Rica; and Acajutla, El Salvador.

Norwegian Getaway will embark on a 13-day European sailing from Southampton, United Kingdom to Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy on Nov. 14, 2022, providing an immersive itinerary and culturally rich experiences. The vessel will make her debut in Oporto, Portugal and Villefranche-sur-Mer, France and call to Seville (Cadiz), Malaga, Cartagena, Palma de Mallorca, and Barcelona, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; Paris (Le Havre), France; Florence/Pisa (Livorno) and Naples, Italy.

PANAMA CANAL

From October 2022 through March 2023, the Company will offer a variety of itineraries ranging from eight to 21-day voyages traversing the Panama Canal on Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Pearl, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Gem and Norwegian Joy. The ships will visit popular destinations in the Caribbean and Latin America.

Norwegian Encore, the company’s newest ship, will begin a 21-day Panama Canal voyage on Oct. 23, 2022, sailing out of Seattle, repositioning to Miami. During this sailing, eight out of 11 port-of-calls include a minimum of nine to 11 hours of port time, providing guests additional time to explore each town.

Norwegian Joy will make her debut in Port Canaveral, Fla. as she departs on a 14-day sailing from Orlando, Fla. to Los Angeles on Dec. 4. During this voyage, she will also call to San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua, for the first time and visit Cartagena, Colombia; Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas), Costa Rica; Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala; Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Kicking off the New Year, Norwegian Gem will offer a handful of open-jaw 11-and-12-day cruises to and from New York and Panama City in January and February 2023. During her 12-day voyage from New York on Jan. 2, she will make her debut in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, as well as the Pacific Cruise Terminal in Panama City during her 11-day voyage on Jan. 14.

Guests can bask in the warm Caribbean sun beginning Jan. 28, 2022, through May 17, 2023 as the cruise line offers a range of five to 14-day voyages across the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean. The itineraries include calls to Harvest Caye, the Company’s resort destination in Belize; as well as visits to its private island resort in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay. The island features Silver Cove, an exclusive beachfront area offering luxury private villas, a private restaurant, Moët bar and Mandara Spa. Ships sailing the Caribbean include Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Gem, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Pearl and Norwegian Sky.

• Norwegian Encore will sail an 11-day roundtrip Southern Caribbean voyage from Miami on Dec. 23, 2022, making her debut in Castries, St. Lucia and St. John’s, Antigua; and visiting Oranjestad, Aruba; Willemstad, Curaçao; Kralendijk, Bonaire; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
• Norwegian Breakaway, currently the largest and newest ship in the industry sailing from New Orleans, will offer a mix of five, seven and nine-day roundtrip cruises to the Western Caribbean starting on Nov. 20, 2022.
• As of Dec. 17, 2022, Norwegian Bliss will call Miami home as she embarks on a season of seven-day Western Caribbean roundtrip voyages through April 1, 2023 with calls to Roatan Island, Honduras; Harvest Caye, Belize; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico.
• On Jan. 8 and Feb. 26, 2023, guests can embark on Norwegian Getaway for a 12-day Southern Caribbean roundtrip sailing out of New York. She will make her debut in St. John’s, Antigua and will call to San Juan, Puerto Rico; Basseterre, St. Kitts; Castries, St. Lucia; Bridgetown, Barbados; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.

MEXICAN RIVIERA

Sailing out of the West Coast between Los Angeles and San Diego, guests can take in the beauty of the Mexican Riviera with a mix of five, seven and eight-day roundtrip voyages between Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Joy and Norwegian Jewel beginning Oct. 30, 2022, through April 16, 2023.

• Norwegian Joy will kick off her sailings on Dec. 18, 2022, with an eight-day roundtrip cruise where she will visit San Diego for the first time.

From Dec. 23, 2022, through April 8, 2023, Norwegian Getaway will sail select eight-day cruises to the Bahamas and Florida from New York which will include calls to Port Canaveral, Fla.; Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. Beginning Jan. 20, 2023, through May 29, 2023, Norwegian Sky will sail three and four-day roundtrip cruises from Miami, calling to Freeport, Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas.

In November 2022, Norwegian Joy will offer guests a winter escape to Bermuda on five and seven-day roundtrip cruises from New York featuring overnight stays at the Royal Naval Dockyard. Norwegian Getaway will also offer a selection of five-night voyages in December 2022, February and March 2023.

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Consider booking a Norway winter cruise right now for these 10 reasons

May 23, 2022 // By Lois Alter Mark

By Lois Alter Mark Travel Expert May 23, 2022

Thanks to its stunning scenery, Norway is a perfect cruise destination. Not only do you get to surround yourself with magnificent views as you sail around the country, but you stop in both big cities and small villages to immerse yourself in the local culture.

Of course, Norway is a great place to visit in the summer since the midnight sun offers almost 24 full hours of daylight, but you don’t want to miss the magic of a winter cruise when the northern lights take over the sky and the snow turns everything into a fairy tale scene. It’s a completely different experience and one of my all-time favorite trips.

Because of their deep roots in Viking territory – founder/chairman Torstein Hagen was born in Norway and his ocean ships are based in Bergen – no cruise line does Norway like the aptly-named Viking . Although their “Into the Midnight Sun” itinerary is a must-do in summer, consider “In Search of the Northern Lights” for a true must-do adventure. As one of their most popular itineraries, it always sells out quickly.

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Even if your dream cruise involves lying on a ship deck in your bathing suit, don’t let the cold weather stop you. Here are 10 reasons you should buy yourself a warm jacket and book this winter wonderland of a cruise right now.

Northern lights

Seeing the northern lights tops so many travelers’ wish lists and, although there are no guarantees, chances are you’ll get to experience them on this itinerary. In fact, I think every passenger got at least a glimpse of them on the cruise I was on. You can even sign up to get a phone call in the middle of the night if there’s a sighting so you can head outside.

Because the route takes you so far north, crossing into the Arctic Circle and visiting places like Tromso and Alta – considered some of the best sites for viewing the aurora borealis – there are endless opportunities to catch those glorious dancing lights on both land and sea. Many of the activities and shore excursions are actually designed around that goal but are just as enlightening on their own.

Arctic landscapes

This itinerary really gives you an opportunity to experience winter in Norway firsthand, taking advantage of the snow to participate in activities just like the locals do.

Even on sea days, though, you’ll get to enjoy Norway’s gorgeous scenery from the comfort of the ship, whether you head out on the decks to search for northern lights at night or just admire the snow-covered views from your stateroom’s floor-to-ceiling windows during the day.

The Igloo Hotel

Built – and rebuilt every winter – entirely out of ice, The Igloo Hotel is one of the most unusual hotels in the world, and you can spend a night there.

Tour the hotel, which is filled with creative ice sculptures, and enjoy a drink in a glass made of ice before settling in to your “bed,” which is surprisingly cozy, thanks to reindeer hides and a double layer of down sleeping bags. Don’t worry if you have to get up to use the restroom in the middle of the night. It’s located in the warm building next door and, because there’s so little light pollution, the northern lights just may illuminate the way.

Dog sledding

What better way to enjoy the beautiful Norwegian landscape than on a sled pulled by huskies? These dogs aren’t just cute, though. They’re fast and hard-working, and they’ll happily take you on the ride of your life.

You’ll be given warm weather gear to bundle up in before getting comfortable in the sled and letting an experienced musher take the reins. Afterwards, you’ll want to take selfies with your new furry friends.

Snowmobiling

If you’ve ever dreamed of taking the road less traveled, Norway is the perfect place to do it – especially on a snowmobile. Your guide will provide you with a snowsuit, gloves and helmet and teach you everything you need to know. Then you’re off through the wilderness, with picturesque views on all sides.

You’ll learn about the important role snowmobiles play in the community and, whether you’re in the driver’s seat or sitting back as a passenger, you’ll imagine yourself living in the Norwegian countryside and being able to do this all winter long.

Scenic hikes by snowshoe

One of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of Norway is by walking and, in winter, that often means donning snowshoes.

Get to know the Arctic landscape one step at a time, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of the forests along with sweeping open views. You’ll get an invigorating workout as you set out into the wintry tundra, hear the crunch of your footsteps in the snow and breathe in the fresh air.

Reindeer sleigh rides

You won’t find Rudolph here, but you will get to make your childhood dreams come true as you go dashing through the snow on a reindeer-drawn sleigh. Admire these magnificent creatures and their breathtaking antlers as they guide you through the equally breathtaking snow-covered countryside.

You’ll also get to meet one of the Sami families who travel around the north with their herd of thousands of reindeer to ensure that the animals have enough land for grazing. As you sit in the lavvu – the teepee-like dwelling of these Indigenous people – and learn more about their traditions and way of life, you’ll appreciate that this is what travel is all about.

Northern Lights Cathedral and Arctic Cathedral

The Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta and Arctic Cathedral in Tromso are so unique, they’re worth a visit any time of year. But, if you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, they will immediately put you in the holiday spirit during the winter. Plus, you can choose shore excursions which treat you to a private musical performance in each one.

Designed to reflect the aurora borealis in all its swirly glory, the Northern Lights Cathedral has become an important gathering place for the community. The Arctic Cathedral, with its triangular structure, is one of Norway’s most iconic buildings and is often compared to the Sydney Opera House.

Spend the night at a husky lodge in a tent with views of the expansive Nordic landscape and, if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights.

After a sled ride led by the trained dogs, you’ll be treated to a traditional Norwegian dinner before settling into your tent for the night. You’ll be warmed by the wood stove and by the thought of all those furry huskies just waiting for a hug.

After an active day of winter sports and sightseeing, there’s nothing like relaxing in Viking’s serene Nordic-inspired spa. Unlike on most cruise ships, it’s open and complimentary to all guests, even if you haven’t scheduled a treatment (which, trust me, you should).

Enjoy the steam room, take a nap by the (faux) fireplace and, if you haven’t had enough of the cold yet, enter the snow grotto for a brisk wake-up call before parking yourself in the hot tub.

About Lois Alter Mark

Lois Alter Mark is an award-winning travel and lifestyle writer who also writes regularly for Forbes and Reader's Digest. She writes about everything from luxury cruises and spas to quirky restaurants and street art. A former New Yorker, Lois now lives in San Diego where she's turned into a weather wimp and is still searching for a good slice of pizza. 

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Essentials I Packed For a Norwegian Coastal Cruise in Winter

If you are taking a cruise to Norway in the winter you might be wondering what to pack.

It can be particularly tricky if you aren’t from a cold climate but it’s very important that you get it right.

I’ve just got back from a Norwegian Coastal Cruise with Havila and this post includes everything that I bought with me, including a few things I’d never cruise without.

Snow Boots – Waterproof and Warm

The first thing that you should think about packing is a good pair of snow boots. They don’t need to be expensive but they do need to be waterproof and to have good grip.

The boots don’t have to be as high up as mine but sometimes the snow was almost as high as my boots and I was very grateful for them!

I took a similar cruise last year where I didn’t have these boots and just had regular walking boots, the difference was immediately obvious.

I never had cold feed in these no matter how long I stood outside.

The bottom part is one big piece, it’s almost like wearing rollerblades without the wheels!

I didn’t get any blisters despite wearing them all day every day and the fluff at the top stopped the snow from dripping in.

Shoe Spikes – A MUST!

Walking around in snow is relatively easy but walking around on ice is very difficult. It isn’t worth risking falling over and breaking something during your cruise.

There were a couple of times during our cruise that we decided to add our snow spikes (cleats) to our shoes.

We saw lots of other people doing this too.

It is amazing how much easier these make it to walk. It’s like having superpowers!

They are very easy to take on and to put on which is important as many places like hotels and shops will have signs that ask you to remove them.

That makes sense, of course, they are wires which would damage the floors.

There are also versions that are spikes instead of wires but I’ve always found these work best for me.

A THICK Hat – Your Ears Will Thank Me!

There were many days on our cruise when the snow was almost coming sideways, having a hat that I could pull down over my eyebrows was fantastic.

I never went outside without my hat on.

The hat that I have is a heat holder hat which kept me very warm.

There are lots of different types available of course and a hat is of course personal preference. I like the grey as it goes with anything else that I might be wearing.

Womens Chunky Knit Fleece Lined Thermal Winter Hat with Pom Pom (Light Grey (Arden), One Size)

This hat is also lined with fleece which is great to wear.

Cold Hands Aren’t Fun – Bring Good Gloves!

On our cruise, the weather ranged from 0c to -15c. Having your hands out in this temperature for more than a few seconds is painful.

I did take off my glove a couple of times to film and take photos and the difference now between my left and right hand is crazy. It’s almost like my right hand has had some windburn!

I can’t imagine what it would be like if I didn’t have good gloves.

I have Thinsulate 3m gloves, they’re designed to be warm but also not too thick.

I love how there is a cuff at the wrist meaning that no snow could get in.

Men and Womens Gloves - Ski 3M Thinsulate - Touch Screen Fingers - Windproof Cuff, Thick Thermal Wicking Insert

The gloves have touchscreen fingers although I did normally take them off to use my phone.

It works okay for the odd button press but when you’re out in the snow your hands will be wet and phones don’t like being poked by wet fingers!

Waterproof Fleece-Lined Trousers

A good pair of waterproof comfortable trousers are a must.

On our trip we had multiple ports per day so didn’t have time to get wet and dry off.

I was cruising for 5 days and only bought one pair.

These were my most waterproof trousers and I’d wear them when I would be walking through deep snow. For the rest of the time on the ship I would wear leggings or cargo trousers.

They are fleece-lined and have pockets which I appreciate since lots of my trousers don’t!

The material is waterproof and warm .

Made of windproof fabric the Fleece lining is soft warm and cosy. 4 zipper pockets and knee-reinforced design.

My only criticism is that because they are waterproof they do make a woosh woosh noise when you walk.

When wearing these I was always wearing a coat which would do the same so it wasn’t a problem. Plus with the big hat on, nobody could hear a thing!

For Coats, Think Layers!

It’s far better to have a good coat that is wind and waterproof rather than one that is thick and heavy.

A coat doesn’t have to be expensive to be good.

Mine is a random brand I’ve never heard of called ‘Brave Soul’ which I bought from M&M Direct. It doesn’t matter as long as the coat is good! They don’t sell mine anymore.

I’m pretty sure mine is a pretend version of a similar Superdry coat…

Coats marked as ski clothing are usually pretty good, the main thing you want is wind resistance.

T-Shirts, Trousers and Jumpers/Sweatshirts

Under my coat, gloves and hat I’d usually just be wearing a normal t-shirt. I did bring long-sleeved shirts and that was a good idea but there wasn’t anything particularly special about the rest of my clothes.

I bought a couple of jumpers/sweatshirts to wear but on the ship, I found that it was warm.

I’d often be sat around in just a t-shirt and leggings which did feel strange when looking at the snow outside!

A friend of mine David who writes for Life in Norway told me that wool underwear was the way to go, I did buy some and I think that it worked!

Other Cabin Essentials

Our cabin had quite a few plugs and I bought the below adapter. It’s important to be aware that batteries run out faster in cold weather so you might be charging things more than normal!

This goes for portable battery packs and batteries in cameras too.

International Power Plug Adapter with 3 USB-C and 2 USB-A Ports, All-in-One Worldwide Wall Charger for USA EU UK AUS

Don’t Forget This!

There is one thing that is even more important than anything else on this list, it’s even more important than packing a coat and that is… travel insurance!

Never EVER cruise without travel insurance. You’ll find my guide on how to get it here .

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Norwegian Cruise Line Winter 2022-2023 Deployment Breakdown

• October 16, 2022

Norwegian Cruise Line is planning a diversified winter season in 2022-2023 across the globe with its largest fleet ever.

After a COVID-related hiatus, South America and Australia are back, while the Caribbean sees the majority of the company’s fleet highlighted by the new Norwegian Prima.

In addition to Hawaii, which will see the Pride of America continuing its inter-islands itinerary, the brand is also set to maintain a year-round operation in Europe, with the Norwegian Sun marking the company’s return to the Canaries after five years .

Other destinations feature in Norwegian’s deployment are the West Coast, the Panama Canal, the Middle East, Africa and the South Pacific.

Cruise Industry News looked into the company’s full program for the season. Here’s the breakdown:

Caribbean and Bahamas

Norwegian Prima Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 3,215 guests Built: 2022 Homeports: Miami and Port Canaveral (United States) Length: Five to nine nights Itineraries: Western Caribbean departing from Miami in November, followed by Bahamas and Western Caribbean cruises departing from Port Canaveral Sailing Season: November 11 to March 19

Norwegian Escape Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2015 Homeport: Port Canaveral (United States) Length: Seven nights Itineraries: Eastern Caribbean and Bahamas visiting Great Stirrup Cay, Tortola, Amber Cove and St. Thomas Sailing Season: November 19 to April 8

Norwegian Getaway Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,000 guests Built: 2014 Homeport: Port Canaveral (United States) Length: Three to ten nights Itineraries: Bahamas, Eastern and Southern Caribbean visiting Great Stirrup Cay, Puerto Plata, San Juan, Aruba, Curaçao and more Sailing Season: October 8 to December 8

Norwegian Epic Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2010 Homeport: San Juan (Puerto Rico) Length: Seven to nine nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises Caribbean cruises visiting to St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Grenada, Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao, in addition to a special nine-night itinerary to St. Maarten, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Aruba and Bonaire in December  Sailing Season: December 23 to April 2

Norwegian Breakaway Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,000 guests Built: 2013 Homeport: New Orleans (United States) Length: Five to nine nights Itineraries: Week-long Western Caribbean cruises visiting Cozumel, Costa Maya, Harvest Caye and Roatán in addition to special sailings to Mexico, Jamaica and more in December Sailing Season: November 20 to April 9

Norwegian Sky Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,000 guests Built: 1999 Homeport: Miami (United States) Length: Three to nine nights Itineraries: Short cruises to the Bahamas, in addition to longer Panama Canal, Western and Eastern Caribbean itineraries Sailing Season: October 2 to April 26

Norwegian Dawn Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,200 guests Built: 2002 Homeport: Tampa (United States) Length: Four to 14 nights Itineraries: Southern, Western and Eastern Caribbean visiting Amber Cove, St. Thomas, Aruba, Curaçao, Bonaire, Grand Cayman, Harvest Caye, Cozumel and more Sailing Season: November 20 to April 9

Norwegian Encore Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2019 Homeport: Miami (United States) Length: Five to 11 nights Itineraries: Bahamas, Eastern and Southern Caribbean with visits to Great Stirrup Cay, Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola and more Sailing Season: November 13 to April 9

Norwegian Bliss Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2018 Homeport: Miami (United States) Length: Seven nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises to Western Caribbean visiting Roatán, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya and Cozumel Sailing Season: Sailings in December and February

Norwegian Jewel Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,400 guests Built: 2005 Homeport: Panama City (Panama) Length: Eight to ten nights Itineraries: Southern Caribbean and Panama Canal, visiting Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Bonaire, Curaçao and more Sailing Season: Sailings in November, December, February and March

Norwegian Pearl Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,400 guests Built: 2006 Homeport: Miami (United States) Length: Three to 12 nights Itineraries: Varied itineraries visiting popular destinations in the Bahamas, Central America, Western and Eastern Caribbean  Sailing Season: November 18 to March 13

Norwegian Joy  Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2017 Homeport: Miami (United States) Length: Seven to 12 nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises to the Western Caribbean, in addition to 12-night cruises to Southern Caribbean Sailing Season: March 11 to April 30

West Coast and Transcanal

Norwegian Bliss Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2018 Homeport: Los Angeles (United States) Length: Five to 15 nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises to Mexican Riviera, in addition to longer, one-way Transcanal voyages in December, January and February Sailing Season: October 25 to April 2

Norwegian Jewel Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,400 guests Built: 2005 Homeports: San Diego (United States) and Panama City (Panama) Length: Seven to 12 nights Itineraries: Week-long Mexican Riviera cruises, in addition to longer, one-way Panama Canal cruises Sailing Season: November 24 to April 16

Norwegian Joy  Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2017 Homeport: Los Angeles (United States) Length: Five to 15 nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises to Mexican Riviera, in addition to longer, one-way Transcanal voyages in January and February Sailing Season: December 18 to February 24

U. S. East Coast and Bermuda

Norwegian Getaway Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,000 guests Built: 2014 Homeport: New York City (United States) Length: Five to 12 nights Itineraries: Bermuda, Bahamas, Florida and Eastern Caribbean visiting King’s Wharf, Nassau, Port Canaveral, St. Thomas. St. John’s, Amber Cove and more Sailing Season: December 13 to April 5

Norwegian Gem Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,430 guests Built: 2007 Homeport: New York City (United States) Length: Five to 11 nights Itineraries: Bermuda, Bahamas, Panama Canal and Caribbean visiting Tortola, St. Maarten, Grand Turk, Panama City and others Sailing Season: December 22 to April 5

Norwegian Joy  Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 4,200 guests Built: 2017 Homeport: New York City (United States) Length: Five to ten nights Itineraries: Bermuda, Virginia, Canada and New England Sailing Season: October 3 to November 26

Australia, South Pacific and Hawaii

Norwegian Spirit Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,000 guests Built: 1999 Homeports: Papeete (French Polynesia), Honolulu (United States), Sydney (Australia) and more Length: Seven to 14 nights Itineraries: Hawaii and South Pacific cruises followed by Australia and New Zealand itineraries starting in December Sailing Season: October 19 to April 12

Pride of America Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,100 guests Built: 2005 Homeport: Honolulu (United States) Length: Seven nights Itineraries: Week-long cruises visiting Kahului, Hilo, Kailua Kona and Nawiliwili    Sailing Season: Year-round

South America

Norwegian Star Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,200 guests Built: 2001 Homeports: Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina) and San Antonio (Chile) Length: Seven to 14 nights Itineraries: Patagonia, Antarctica, Falklands, Brazil, Uruguay and more Sailing Season: November 27 to March 12

Africa and Middle East

Norwegian Jade Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,400 guests Built: 2006 Homeports: Cape Town (South Africa) and Dubai (UAE) Length: 12 to 19 nights Itineraries: Indian Ocean, Middle East and Southern Africa visiting United Arab Emirates, Oman, the Seychelles, Mauritius, South Africa, Namibia, and more  Sailing Season: November 13 to February 13

Norwegian Sun Capacity (at 100% Occupancy): 2,000 guests Built: 2001 Homeports: Lisbon (Portugal), Tenerife (Spain) and more Length: Ten to 14 nights Itineraries: Canary Islands, Atlantic and Western Mediterranean, visiting ports such as Lisbon, Funchal, Gibraltar, Málaga, Grand Canaria and more Sailing Season: November 21 to March 31

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Winter is perhaps the most beautiful time to explore norway's coastline, and is the best season to witness the northern lights..

Snow-dusted mountains and markets. Crisp air that clouds from your mouth. Twinkling lights along the shoreline. And if you’re lucky, a festive display from the Northern Lights . The Norwegian coast puts on an unforgettable show for the most wonderful time of the year. 

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Witness the wondrous aurora borealis

Join us on an exploration of polar twilight that often also includes experiencing the elusive aurora borealis at night. Sailing with Hurtigruten, at sea and far away from light pollution, provides some of the best possibilities to view this magical celestial lightshow of ghostly green, red, and dark purple.

Experience the magic of Norway’s white winter wonderland

Sailing along Norway’s coastline in winter is a beautiful experience. The air is fresh, crisp and clear. Mountaintops silhouette against a backdrop of polar twilight, and clusters of cosy homes glow on the shoreline like fires in the distance.

See charming Christmas markets along Norway’s coast

Norway lights up during Christmas. Stroll the charming lanes and browse the stalls of traditional Christmas markets in coastal towns and cities in late November and December.

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It can get quite cold along the coast during winter, so we recommend you pack a thick winter jacket, hat, gloves, wool sweater, a scarf, winter boots with good grip, and pull-on spikes.

The best winter activities in Norway

Imagine crossing the snowy tundra on a snowmobile or sitting in a dog sled behind a team of barking huskies. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there are also introductions to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. These are just a few of the excursions Hurtigruten offer during winter.

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The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship

T hinking of booking a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line ? You have a lot of choices. The Miami-based line operates vessels in almost every corner of the world, with a wide range of itineraries in many destinations.

You'll find Norwegian ships everywhere from the Caribbean and the Bahamas to Europe, Asia and Australia. The line is also a big player in Hawaii.

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In addition, Norwegian is particularly known for cruises to Bermuda out of Boston and New York City, and it offers Canada and New England cruises regularly. It also operates some Panama Canal sailings and trips from the West Coast of the U.S. to the Mexican Riviera.

In North America, Norwegian ships sail from a relatively wide range of home ports, including Baltimore; Boston; New York City; Miami and Tampa; Galveston, Texas; San Juan, Puerto Rico; New Orleans; San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco; Seattle; Honolulu; Vancouver, British Columbia; Quebec City and Quebec in Canada; and Seward, Alaska.

Here is a look at the best destinations you can visit on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship.

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Some of Norwegian's most exciting itineraries are in Europe, where the line is a significant player. It offers a wide range of itineraries in the Mediterranean and across northern Europe.

Norwegian will typically deploy around half of its 19 ships to the continent from spring to fall, making Europe its biggest focus for more than half the year. Norwegian also sometimes offers Europe cruises in the winter — albeit typically with just one ship.

Norwegian's Mediterranean sailings provide the chance to see such iconic destinations as Barcelona in Spain; and Florence, Rome and Naples in Italy in a single cruise. Or, you can sign up for a Mediterranean cruise that focuses on the Greek Islands.

In northern Europe, Norwegian will take you to such famed Baltic cities as Stockholm; Tallinn, Estonia; and Helsinki in a single sailing.

In past years, such Baltic trips have also included a multiday call at St. Petersburg, Russia — traditionally the highlight of any Baltic sailings. However, like all major cruise lines, Norwegian pulled St. Petersburg from Baltic itineraries in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

As of the publishing of this guide, Norwegian had opened bookings for all of its Baltic sailing through late 2025, and St. Petersburg remains off the schedule for all of them. The line hasn't said when it might return to St. Petersburg.

For those looking to explore northern Europe, Norwegian also offers itineraries that zero in on Iceland, Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Norwegian's Europe voyages range widely in length from just four nights to a whopping 19 nights (for a repositioning cruise itinerary that begins in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and ends in the European city of Lisbon).

Among the longest sailings that Norwegian offers that focus solely on European stops is a one-way trips between Reykjavik, Iceland, and Oslo, Norway, that includes a wide range of stops in Greenland, Iceland, Denmark's Faroe Islands and Norway.

In Northern Europe, Norwegian ships mostly sail out of Amsterdam, Stockholm, Copenhagen, England's Southampton and Reykjavík in Iceland.

In the Mediterranean, the line's hubs are Barcelona; Civitavecchia (the port for Rome) and Trieste (near Venice) in Italy; Piraeus (the port for Athens) in Greece; and Istanbul.

Related: Everything you want to know about cabins and suites on Norwegian ships

Norwegian isn't the biggest player in Alaska cruises. The giants of cruising to Alaska are Princess Cruises and Holland America , two brands that are sister lines to each other and control a large percentage of the market.

Still, Norwegian typically sends three to five vessels to Alaska every summer, and its big, activity-filled ships are a popular pick with families looking to visit the destination.

The Alaska cruise season is a short one, lasting roughly from April to late October.

For 2024, Norwegian plans to deploy four ships to the Alaska market for the full season:

• Norwegian Encore : Norwegian's biggest vessel will operate seven-night voyages to Alaska round trip out of Seattle. It will call at the Alaska towns of Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, plus Victoria, British Columbia. It will also visit Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park for glacier viewing.
• Norwegian Sun: This ship will operate a mix of nine- to 10-night sailings to Alaska out of Seattle. The list of port calls varies based on the length of the trips.
• Norwegian Bliss : The 3,958-passenger vessel will operate seven-night voyages to Alaska round trip out of Seattle. On most sailings, it will call at Sitka, Juneau, Ketchikan and Icy Strait Point in Alaska, plus Victoria, British Columbia. It will also visit Alaska's Endicott Arm for glacier viewing. Some sailings at the start and end of the season substitute a visit to Skagway and Glacier Bay National Park for the stops in Sitka and Icy Strait Point, and drop the visit to Endicott Arm.
• Norwegian Jewel. The 2,330-passenger ship will operate one-way voyages to Alaska between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Seward, Alaska. The trips typically include stops in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan, plus a visit to either Glacier Bay National Park or Icy Strait Point.

In recent years, the 1,972-passenger Norwegian Spirit also has spent its summers sailing in Alaska, but most of its Alaska voyages for 2024 were canceled as a result of the vessel being chartered to another company (Norwegian still is marketing two unusual one-way voyages to Alaska on Norwegian Spirit that will take place at the start of the 2024 season — the first a 16-night trip to Alaska that starts in Honolulu on April 22 and ends in Vancouver; the second an 18-night trip that starts May 8 in Vancouver and ends in Tokyo).

The appeal of the one-way sailings on Norwegian Jewel is that they can be combined with Norwegian-organized land tours of Alaska lasting from three to six days to create 10- to 13-night "cruisetours."

The land tour portion of such trips brings visits to such well-known interior Alaska locations as Denali National Park and the town of Fairbanks.

Related: The ultimate Alaska cruise guide

The Caribbean and the Bahamas

The Caribbean and the Bahamas have always been a big area of operations for Norwegian. In fact, for a long time, the regions were so much the focus that the line included "Caribbean" in its name. Up until 1987, Norwegian was known as Norwegian Caribbean Line.

These days, Norwegian usually keeps just two of its 19 vessels in the Caribbean and the Bahamas year-round (in recent years, the year-round ships have been Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Escape, both sailing to the Caribbean and the Bahamas from Florida ports). However, it really ramps things up in the region in the winter, when it deploys a large portion of its ships to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.

Norwegian currently has 15 of its 19 ships scheduled to sail to the Caribbean and the Bahamas for at least part of 2024 — including its newest and most advanced ship, the 3,195-passenger Norwegian Viva.

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Norwegian offers a broad range of Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries from more than half a dozen home ports. If you're looking for something short, the line has you covered in the form of lots of quick, three- and four-night trips from Miami to the Bahamas.

It also offers an abundance of seven-night sailings to Caribbean and Bahamian ports, as well as a handful of longer trips in the region that range from nine to 14 nights.

At the core of the line's Caribbean and Bahamas program are its seven-night sailings, which break down into three broad categories:

• Eastern Caribbean voyages
• Western Caribbean voyages
• Southern Caribbean voyages

A typical seven-night Norwegian sailing to the Eastern Caribbean includes stops in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas.

Norwegian's seven Western Caribbean voyages will typically include a visit to Roatan, Honduras; Harvest Caye, Belize; and Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico.

The line's Southern Caribbean itineraries will often bring visits to Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, St. Lucia and St. Kitts. They typically begin and end in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

When sailing to the Caribbean, Norwegian ships generally sail out of Miami, Port Canaveral and Tampa in Florida; and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The line also offers Caribbean sailings out of Baltimore, Galveston, New Orleans, New York City and, occasionally, Panama City, Panama, and La Romana, Dominican Republic.

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Norwegian is the undisputed leader in Hawaii cruises. Most cruise lines that offer sailings to Hawaii only offer a limited number of such trips during a few months each year. Norwegian, by contrast, offers sailings around the Hawaiian Islands out of Honolulu every week of the year — the only cruise line in the world to do so.

Norwegian's Hawaii voyages are also more intensely focused on Hawaii than the Hawaii trips offered by most other lines. This is because Norwegian offers its Hawaii cruises on one of the only cruise ships in the world that meets the regulatory requirements allowing it to spend all its time in the destination.

Norwegian's Hawaii trips take place on Norwegian's 2,150-passenger Pride of America, which has the rare distinction of being both U.S.-flagged and U.S.-crewed. By law, only such a vessel can cruise full-time in Hawaii without regularly traveling long distances to foreign ports.

An iconic presence in Hawaii, Pride of America has been permanently dedicated to the archipelago since its debut in 2005. It offers a repeating seven-night itinerary that begins each Saturday in Honolulu and brings the chance to visit four different Hawaiian islands on a single seven-night trip.

Beginning and ending on the island of Oahu, the itinerary includes two days each on the islands of Maui, Kauai and Hawaii. The two-day visit to Maui involves an overnight stay at the port of Kahului.

The two-day visit to Kauai involves an overnight stay at the port of Nawiliwili. The two-day visit to Hawaii is split between a call at Hilo and a call at Kona.

Related: The 8 classes of Norwegian ships, explained

Norwegian usually deploys two ships on Bermuda runs every year — one out of New York City and one out of Boston.

In both cases, the sailings offered are mostly seven nights in length and include a two-night stay in Bermuda.

For 2024, Norwegian will devote one of its biggest ships, the 3,782-passenger Norwegian Joy, to Bermuda. It will run out of New York. The line's 2,344-passenger Norwegian Gem will sail to Bermuda out of Boston.

In addition, the line's 3,903-passenger Norwegian Getaway will operate a handful of sailings to Bermuda out of New York during the early part of 2024 that include stops in the Caribbean (something that is relatively rare), and the 3,903-passenger Norwegian Breakaway will operate a few sailings to Bermuda out of New York toward the end of 2024.

The line's relatively new Norwegian Prima will operate a single Bermuda sailing out of New York at the end of 2024.

While most of Norwegian's Bermuda sailings are seven nights in length, the line also sometimes offers a few shorter four- and five-night Bermuda sailings and, occasionally, a longer, nine-night Bermuda sailing.

Note that the shorter Bermuda sailings can offer very little time in the country, sometimes as few as nine hours.

Bottom line

Norwegian offers a wide range of itineraries in destinations around the world, from the Caribbean to Asia. However, you'll find the most choices among Norwegian itineraries in the Caribbean and Europe.

The line is also well-known for voyages around Hawaii and to Bermuda. Its Hawaii sailings, in particular, are something of a rarity in the industry.

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2023 Winter Cruises: Escape the Cold and Chase the Sun

Are you looking to escape the winter cold? Or are you looking for somewhere that feels a bit more like winter? With Norwegian, you'll find plenty of exciting itineraries no matter what you desire. Consider cruises to The Caribbean or Hawaii for plenty of warm sunshine. Or, check out the Mediterranean without the summertime crowds.

Taking a cruise in the winter is ideal for families with children on holiday breaks too. If you're considering a 2023 winter cruise with Norwegian, read about some incredible destinations you can explore.

Ready to start planning? Explore all 2023 Winter Cruises .

Western Caribbean Cruises

The Western Caribbean is home to incredible diving, exciting snorkeling, ancient Maya sites, and delicious food. Book a Western Caribbean winter cruise to explore ports such as:

• Costa Maya, Mexico.
• Cozumel, Mexico.
• Harvest Caye, Belize.
• Roatan, Honduras.

Potential activities include a visit to the world-famous Tulum Maya site on the coast of The Caribbean Sea. In Belize, snorkel along the Belize Barrier Reef - the world's second-largest barrier reef system. Get your adrenaline going with multiple zip lines, off-road adventures, and more.

A Western Caribbean cruise is excellent for couples or family travelers. You'll find plenty of educational opportunities, outdoor adventure, and warm weather.

Mexican Riviera Cruises

Located along Mexico's Pacific Coast, the Mexican Riviera offers world-class deep-sea fishing, award-winning golf courses, epic diving and snorkeling, and plenty of nightlife. With a Norwegian Mexican Riviera cruise, you could visit ports such as:

• Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
• Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
• Mazatlan, Mexico.
• Ensenada, Mexico.

Mexican Riviera cruises are great for West Coast travelers who don't want to deal with a long plane ride before starting their cruise. Visit the famous La Bufadora blowhole in Ensenada, take a boat ride out to Cabo's famous arch, listen to live mariachi music in Puerto Vallarta, and catch a glimpse of the famous cliff divers in Mazatlan.

Learn about Mexico's award-winning wines in Baja, visit a tequila factory near Puerto Vallarta, party at some of the world-famous bars in Cabo San Lucas, and stroll Puerto Vallarta's expansive promenade in search of the best seafood. There's plenty of adventure waiting for you in the Mexican Riviera, too, with off-road and snorkel excursions available.

Australia and New Zealand Cruises

Winter in the Northern Hemisphere is the summer cruise season in Australia and New Zealand. A few of the exciting destinations you can visit include:

• Melbourne, Australia.
• Burnie (Tasmania), Australia.
• Wellington, New Zealand.
• Akaroa, New Zealand.

Depart from Sydney, visit some incredible cities, and explore stunning natural landscapes as you travel to Auckland. There are lots of potential wildlife spotting opportunities, including koalas, wallabies, dolphins, seals, and penguins.

Cruise along Milford Sound, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the crown jewel of Fiordland National Park. Pass by lush vertical cliffs and plenty of waterfalls. Next is Dusky Sound, which is only accessible by boat or plane. Its remoteness makes it an excellent breeding site for Fiordland crested penguins. When you cruise through Doubtful Sound, watch for crested penguins, fur seals, whales, and bottle-nose dolphins.

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Cruise the Hawaiian Islands

Another great option for a 2023 winter cruise is Hawaii. Norwegian offers the only cruise sailing four Hawaiian islands in seven days - all year. This itinerary has been voted the best Hawaii itinerary for 15 years by Porthole Cruise Magazine. Our Hawaii cruises start and end in Honolulu, so you don't spend days at sea before arriving in Hawaii. Ports of call include:

• Kahului, Maui.
• Hilo, Hawaii.
• Kona, Hawaii.
• Nawiliwili, Kauai.
• Honolulu, Oahu.

Visit historical landmarks such as Pearl Harbor and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Explore active volcanoes like Kilauea, take a surfing lesson in Kona, experience a traditional Hawaiian luau, explore the lush rainforests of Haena, and more.

Mediterranean Cruises

Skip the summer crowds and head to Europe during the winter. You won't necessarily want to swim in the sea, but you'll have plenty of other exciting things to do to keep you busy. Depending on your destinations and what time of winter you go, there might even be a Christmas market or two going on. Potential ports of call on a 2023 winter cruise to the Mediterranean include:

• Venice (Trieste), Italy.
• Koper, Slovenia.
• Dubrovnik, Croatia.
• Valletta, Malta.
• Naples, Italy.
• Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy.
• Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy.
• Cannes, France.
• Barcelona, Spain.
• Palma, Majorca.
• Granada (Malaga), Spain.
• Seville (Cadiz), Spain.

Consider a cruise that departs from Trieste, near Venice, that takes you to some of the most iconic destinations in Europe. Stroll along centuries-old buildings in walled cities like Dubrovnik and Baroque-style palaces and piazzas in Valletta. Visit the famous Roman Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican Museums , Michelangelo's David in Florence, or the Leaning Tower in Pisa . Walk along the famous palm-lined promenade in Cannes and see if you can spot anyone famous. Marvel at Gaudi's masterpieces in Barcelona.

Granada has a fascinating blend of European and Arab cultures. Don't miss famous landmarks like The Alhambra , considered one of the best examples of Moorish art in Spain, or Seville's cathedral, one of the world's largest. Your cruise might end in Portugal where you are free to explore the beautiful architecture and award-winning wines.

If it's an adventure you're after, book one of the many hiking, walking, and off-road excursions. There's no shortage of incredible eats on a Mediterranean cruise either. Try the Margherita pizza in Naples, gelato in Rome, tapas in Barcelona and Seville, and more.

While you decide which 2023 winter cruise is right for you, don't forget to sign up for Norwegian's cruise deals to get the latest deals delivered to your inbox.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Increases 2024 Guidance

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(RTTNews) - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) has increased its full year adjusted net income guidance to $680 million from prior guidance of $635 million, and adjusted EPS guidance to $1.32 from prior guidance of $1.23. Analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expect the company to report profit per share of $1.30. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.

For the second quarter, the company expects: adjusted EPS of approximately $0.32; and adjusted net income of approximately $160 million. Analysts expect the company to report profit per share of $0.31.

First quarter GAAP net income was $17.4 million or $0.04 per share compared to a net loss of $159.3 million or $0.38 per share, last year. Adjusted profit per share was $0.16, compared to a loss of $0.30. On average, 15 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to report profit per share of $0.11, for the quarter.

Total revenue was $2.2 billion, a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2023. Analysts on average had estimated $2.24 billion in revenue.

Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line are down 4% in pre-market trade on Wednesday.

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The remarkable scenery of Glacier Bay is a highlight on many Alaskan cruise itineraries.

Embark on a journey through Alaska's pristine wilderness aboard a cruise ship, where you can experience the awe-inspiring nature of the last American frontier in comfort.

As you glide past icy fjords and into secluded bays, seize the chance to witness magnificent glaciers up close, and keep your eyes peeled for the mighty bears, whales and eagles that call this rugged landscape home.

However, don't make the mistake of thinking you’ll have peace and quiet. Remote it may be, but Alaska is one of the world’s most popular cruise destinations.

Ports such as Skagway can accommodate up to four large cruise ships at once. Smaller ports can easily become overwhelmed with visitors, while popular shore excursions sell out well in advance. As such, there’s a lot to understand about Alaska cruises before booking.

Cruise Lines In Alaska

Most major cruise lines sail in Alaska, ranging from large, modern ships full of amenities, down to smaller, older ships with more outside space and a relaxed vibe. Expedition cruises on even smaller ships focus more on wildlife and geology.

When picking a line and ship, consider your choice of cabin carefully. Although inside cabins offer a cheaper deal, the value of a balcony cabin shouldn't be underestimated. On scenic cruising days, you’ll be able to enjoy the landscape—and potentially wildlife—without jostling for position.

Alaska Cruise Itineraries Explained

There are two main types of Alaskan cruise itinerary: the Inside Passage roundtrip, and a one-way Gulf voyage. Each route offers unique opportunities to see both glaciers and wildlife, with specifics depending on the season.

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Alaska is a popular cruise destination in the summer.

Seven-night Inside Passage cruises typically depart from hubs like Seattle or Vancouver, calling at popular stops like Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway. Many feature a scenic cruising tour of the breathtaking Glacier Bay National Park.

For example, this 7-night itinerary on Norwegian Encore including all those highlights is available between April and October in both 2024 and 2025.

For those seeking deeper exploration, one-way Gulf voyages include the highlights of the Inside Passage route, but also venture closer to the Arctic Circle. Typically, such itineraries start or end at Whittier or Seward near Anchorage.

This 7-night itinerary from Celebrity Cruises includes port calls at Sitka, the historic Icy Strait Point, and scenic cruising of the Hubbard Glacier on the way from Vancouver to Seward.

Some cruise lines combine Gulf voyages with curated tours before or after the cruise for a comprehensive Alaska experience. Such tour packages include famous rail journeys, visits to Denali National Park, and optional overnight stays in Anchorage or Fairbanks.

Longer Alaskan cruise itineraries, especially those on smaller ships or expedition lines, may include remote locales like Kodiak Island and the Aleutian Islands.

Port Excursions In Alaska

Exploring ashore on guided excursions is a highlight of any Alaskan cruise. Each port offers unique opportunities to engage with the natural environment and local culture, but the popularity of cruising in the region means advance booking is essential.

Some of the most popular tours may fill up just days after they go on sale, in some cases months before the actual cruise. Consider independent tour options, but read the terms and conditions carefully and check for reviews from previous cruisers.

Mendenhall Glacier is a popular cruise excursion from Juneau on Alaska cruises.

Alaskan capital Juneau is renowned for its glacier tours and wildlife viewing opportunities. The hike through backcountry to the Mendenhall glacier requires a good level of physical fitness, while whale watching boat trips are just as popular.

The historic Skagway train tour along the Klondike route in a vintage coach, featuring stunning vistas and rich gold rush era history, is a must-do.

Cultural tours in Ketchikan often include visits to the Saxman Native Village, where totem poles and traditional dance performances offer insight into the local Tlingit culture.

When To Cruise Alaska

Alaska is not a year-round cruising spot, and the season is shorter than most leading cruise destinations. Alaska’s cruising season ranges from late April to late September.

April : Expect relatively dry days, though not completely devoid of light showers and fog. Bears are only just emerging from their winter slumber so sightings are unlikely, but you may see eagles and humpback whales.

May : With more ship options, relatively dry weather, long hours of daylight, and good value fares, May is a popular time to cruise Alaska before the peak. Wildlife, including migrating shorebirds, whales, and bears, are more visible.

June : Mild temperatures and long daylight hours—up to 19 per day—provide optimal cruising conditions. Enjoy vibrant greenery and more wildlife sightings, but prepare for the possibility of mosquitoes (especially on trips inland) and variable weather.

July : July brings mild temperatures, often reaching the 70s, but it's also the start of the wetter period. Expect long hours of daylight ideal for wildlife sightings, including salmon runs and bear activity. However, peak cruise season means high fares, busier ships, and busier ports. Local produce starts to feature heavily on menus shoreside.

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August : Expect rain, with daytime temperatures in the low to mid-60s and nights cooling to the upper 40s, and ample wildlife viewing opportunities, as bears and bald eagles are active near salmon streams. Fares, along with the number of daylight hours, fall later in the month.

September : Expect cooler temperatures and frequent rain, which may risk the success of outdoor excursions. Despite less demand, wildlife viewing remains good with bears still active near salmon streams and whales still present in coastal waters. September also offers a chance to see the northern lights .

What To Pack For Alaska Cruises

Packing smart for an Alaska cruise means being prepared for both adventure in the great outdoors and the comforts of cruise life.

An Alaskan journey demands attire for cooler climates. Essentials include a fleece jacket, thermal socks, and a warm hat to combat the cold, along with sweaters and thermal underwear for effective layering. Waterproof gear such as a reliable rain jacket and waterproof pants are crucial for unexpected rain or snow showers.

You should also consider waterproof bags to protect your electronics and important documents during shore excursions.

Sun protection is vital due to the deceptive Alaskan sun. High SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat are necessary to guard against UV rays and snow glare.

Footwear should include waterproof hiking boots for rugged terrain and slip-proof sandals for the deck, accompanied by thermal or wool socks for additional warmth.

For shore excursions, a collapsible backpack and a thermal water bottle will keep you organized and hydrated, while binoculars can greatly enhance wildlife tours. A simple first aid kit, sea-sickness bands, and insect repellent are other wise packing choices.

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