Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line offered some officials in Juneau, Alaska a free cruise offer but they have been turned down.

KTOO Public Media in Juneau reports the cruise line invited leaders from port communities along the West Coast for the Norwegian Joy's first U.S. voyage next month, but it was turned down.

Some Assembly members questioned the company’s motives before the Assembly voted to decline the invitation at their Monday meeting.

Norwegian Cruise Line says a  “sudden, extreme gust of wind, estimated at 100 knots" struck the Norwegian Escape, which caused injuries to several passengers.

The wind gust was so powerful that it caused the Escape to tilt on its port side, when the incident occurred on Sunday night.

The cruise line confirmed the incident following several reports on social media of damage to the ship.

Guests on Norwegian Cruise Line can now use the cruise line's app on any of the 16 ships in the fleet.

The NCL app offers pre-cruise features including planning and ship itineraries. Guests can make pre-bookings for dining, shore excursions, entertainment, and onboard activities. It also features a “pre-cruise” mode so guests can start planning their trip before they’ve even stepped on board.

Norwegian Cruise Line announced a new name for its popular drink package, along with the addition of a new drink package for guests who enjoy the best kind of liquor.

The Ultimate Beverage Package has been renamed to the Premium Beverage Package, and a new Premium-Plus Package has been added.  The Premium Beverage Package will continue to be offered as a free perk, while the Premium-Plus Package will not.

During an earnings call with investors, Norwegian Cruise Line announced its new Cruise Freedom technology initiative will debut on Norwegian Encore later this year.

Norwegian indicated Cruise Freedom will include wearables, along with the new Cruise Norwegian app.

A video posted online shows the Norwegian Epic struck the pier in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Norwegian Epic went to San Juan after experiencing electrical issues. 

As Norwegian Epic was maneuvering into Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico with a local pilot on board & the help of two tug boats, prevailing winds caused the ship to veer towards the pier, damaging two mooring points at Pier 3 East.

A couple from Scotland were surprised to find crew members in their stateroom right in the middle of having sex while on the Norwegian Jewel.

The Sunday Post is reporting when the couple opened their door, they spotted a naked man and woman on their bed. The stateroom attendant at the time of the incident and immediately informed his supervisor.

On January 10th, the Norwegian Gem became the 10th ship of the modern Norwegian Cruise Line fleet to cross the Panama Canal, visiting 10 new port cities during that sailing.

“We are very excited to showcase another one of our incredible ships on the West Coast, offering guests there a chance to experience our fleet and enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with cruising Norwegian,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line.