Escape winter blues with a Caribbean cruise on Norwegian’s luxury Prima Class

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Right now, many of us are staring longingly into the distance, dreaming of warmer, brighter and drier days ahead.

Think summer breezes, delicious cocktails, sun-kissed glows, all set in dreamy, relaxing locations around the world.

If this sounds familiar, then we’ve got the solution: book yourself a holiday to look forward to.

Of course, when it comes to researching holidays, it can become tricky to decide where to go: Europe, Asia, Africa, the USA, or the Middle East. One destination that never fails to deliver and promises paradise year-round is none other than the Caribbean. Better yet, a cruise around the Caribbean to take in the best that it has to offer. 

Enter Norwegian Cruise Line, which not only offers a contemporary approach to cruising but also provides the feeling of freedom whilst sunning it up on board their first-class ships with excellent outdoor spaces, sleek interior design, and a variety of onboard amenities.

Many travellers are seeking holidays which combine multiple destinations and make the most of their time, taking in the culture, all whilst indulging in delicious delicacies. Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest Prima Class ships are accommodating all of this and even more, to offer the best experience for their guests by combining a resort-style take on cruising.

It’s Prima Class ships consist of the Norwegian Prima, Norwegian Viva and Norwegian Aqua, with a brand new sister ship to the Aqua sailing in April 2026, called the Norwegian Luna.

Each ship has a range of rooms available from Studios, Oceanviews, Suites with balconies, and even luxurious The Haven which ​​come with 24-hour butler service, concierge service and private sundeck.

Across the fleet, you’ll find standout features such as their Indulge Food Hall, which is an upscale, food-market style dining concept aiming to provide a wide variety of global cuisines. Guests can pick and choose what they prefer from the likes of BBQ, Thai, Italian, Mexican and more, making it perfect for couples and families alike.

On decks 18,19, and 20, you can strap in and zoom your way around the ship with The Prime Speedway racetrack – the world’s first three-level track on the sea. 

If adrenaline is your thing, then take advantage of the ship’s multi-storey slides from The Drop, which is the first free-falling slide, standing at 10 stories high. Race a friend or loved one on the epic duelling slides called The Rush.  

On Norwegian Aqua, you’ll discover the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide at sea. Taking the dual racing concept, the slide uses advanced technology like magnetic propulsion to launch riders uphill at high speeds, whilst swishing around and taking in the beautiful panoramic views of the open ocean.

Let your and the kids’ imaginations and creativity run wild in the amazing immersive activity areas, including mini golf, a children’s aqua park, an arcade, a sports room, theatres, nightclubs, open play rooms, and even have a game of darts in The Bull’s Eye room.

Whilst this is enough to make you want to stay in your own little haven on board, off the ship in the Bahamas, you’ll get to experience Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island of Great Stirrup Cay. 

Here you can sit back and truly escape the outside world by strolling along the soft, white sandy beaches, feel the tropical breeze in your own private cabana, take on adventures with watersports, and as of Summer 2026, guests can explore the Great Tides Waterpark which boasts a whopping 19 waterslides – perfectly bringing together and reinforcing a truly unforgettable experience both at sea and on shore.

If you’re not persuaded by all of this, then take a look on Cruise118.com who is a specialist cruise retailer who offers brilliant deals and savings across many Norwegian Cruise Line sailings. Get ready to banish those winter blues with a summer of truly unforgettable moments and experiences on board a Norwegian Cruise Line Prima Class ship.

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