Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders serve as Godmothers of Norwegian Getaway
MIAMI – February 7, 2014
– Norwegian Getaway, Miami’s Ultimate Ship, was christened today in a
star-studded ceremony by the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders,
with a rousing finale by musical superstar Armando Christian Perez aka
Pitbull. Brooke Burke-Charvet, co-host of “Dancing with the Stars,” was
the event’s master of ceremonies.
Norwegian Getaway, the largest ship to homeport year-round at PortMiami,
kicked off her arrival to Miami in style. Throughout the christening
ceremony, which took place in three themed venues around the
ship, Norwegian Getaway’s Miami flair was on full display.
The ship’s
outdoor theater, Spice H20, transformed into the
Magic City Lounge with the Miami skyline in the background, where
Tito Puente Jr. started the party, followed by the cast of Burn the
Floor. The Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders flipped the switch lighting up
Miami and the bottle smashed against the side
of the ship to officially christen her. Performing some of his most
popular songs including his current hit “Timber,” Pitbull wowed the
crowd.
Miami
Ultra rocked the ship’s Atrium with DJ Tracey Young and the Trendtracker Tara Gilani, while
Miami Splash! on the Pool Deck featured TV personality Louis
Aguirre as host, along with a salsa performance from D’Angelo &
Amanda of “America’s Got Talent.” After a performance by the Miami
Dolphins Cheerleaders and the official bottle breaking ceremony,
Pitbull’s performance capped off the spectacular event, attended by
celebrities including Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian, Buddy Valastro star
of TLC’s the “Cake Boss,” and artist David “LEBO” Le Batard. Pitbull
also introduced his signature Voli brand to cruisers
aboard Norwegian for the first time, as Voli - Vodka with Natural
Flavors is featured onboard Norwegian Getaway and across the Norwegian
fleet, along with two signature drinks including Pitbull’s personal
favorite, the Volito, his take on the classic mojito.
“Miami’s
ship is home and we couldn’t be more proud to bring this spectacular
vessel to this electric city,” said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise
Line’s chief executive officer. “We thank Miami-Dade County for this
warm welcome and the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders
for christening this beautiful ship and are looking forward to a very
successful inaugural season.”
Norwegian Getaway began her weekly seven-day cruises from PortMiami to the Easter Caribbean on February 8.
Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Getaway is Miami’s ultimate ship
and embodies the essence of her tropical hometown with hull artwork by
Miami’s own David “LEBO” Le Batard, which features a whimsical mermaid
holding the sun above the
waves.
Featuring groundbreaking entertainment, the
ship is the first to feature the GRAMMY® Experience at Sea, which will
include artifacts chosen and curated by the GRAMMY Museum® along with
live performances by past
GRAMMY winners and nominees, among others. Another first of its kind at
sea, The Illusionarium is an all-new dining and entertainment
experience that will envelop guests in the fascinating world of magic,
inviting them to experience the astonishing illusions
of world-class magicians and supernatural special effects. In addition,
Norwegian
Getaway boasts sizzling Latin-inspired dance
productions by Broadway sensation, Burn the Floor; performances of the
seven-time Tony Award nominated musical LEGALLY BLONDE; hilarious comedy
headliners produced by
Levity Entertainment Group; and the sing along fun of the dueling
pianos of Howl at the Moon. To cap off a spectacular cruise experience,
every sailing will feature a dazzling fireworks show at sea, set to
music, as part of a dance party in the ship’s outdoor
club, Spice H20.
Similar to sister ship Norwegian Breakaway,
Norwegian Getaway dazzles guests with the excitement of 678 Ocean Place
and The Waterfront, a variety of interconnected indoor and outdoor
venues on three dynamic decks
that creates a multiplex of dining, activities and more, and enhances
guests’ connection with the ocean. Norwegian Getaway also features
Miami’s coolest place to chill out – the ship’s SVEDKA/Inniskillin Ice
Bar, featuring Art Deco-style décor, reminiscent
of Miami Beach’s famous Ocean Drive.
Foodies setting sail from Miami on Norwegian
Getaway can feast in their choice of 28 incredible dining options,
including Celebrity Chef and Food Network star Geoffrey Zakarian’s three
dining concepts: Ocean Blue
by Geoffrey Zakarian; Ocean Blue on the Waterfront and The Raw Bar.
Buddy Valastro, star of the popular TLC series “Cake Boss” also has an
outpost of his famous Carlo’s Bakery onboard, serving up delicious
treats like cannolis, lobster tails and specialty
cakes.
For families, Nickelodeon®, the number-one
entertainment brand for kids, is on board and includes a variety of
exciting interactive experiences, along with the opportunity to meet
SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick
Star, Dora the Explorer and Diego, among other favorites. Norwegian
Getaway also includes an all new pirate-themed Nickelodeon Kids’ Aqua
Park where children can cool off with colorful, whimsical and larger
than life Nickelodeon characters from Bikini Bottom.
The three-story Sports Complex features the
Aqua Park with five thrilling water slides, two swimming pools and one
of the largest multi-level elevated ropes course that challenge guests
to more than 40 different
elements, including a zip track. For a thrill like no other, guests can
confront The Plank, a platform that extends eight feet over the side of
the ship. A nine-hole miniature golf course is located beneath the
ropes course, offering family fun with friendly
competition. A rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline and spider web, a
24-foot enclosed climbing cage complete with a spiral slide, round out
the activities.
Norwegian Getaway offers a variety of
flexible accommodations ranging from Studio staterooms specially
designed for solo travelers, to balcony and family staterooms and
opulent suites in The Haven, the ultimate
in luxury accommodations.
About Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in
cruise travel with a 47-year history of breaking the boundaries of
traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle
Cruising which revolutionized the
industry by giving guests more freedom and flexibility.
Today,
Norwegian invites guests to “Cruise Like a Norwegian” on one of 13
purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity
to enjoy a relaxed, resort style cruise vacation on some
of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. Recently, the line
was named “Europe’s Leading Cruise Line” for the sixth consecutive year,
as well as “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Line” and “World’s Leading Large
Ship Cruise Line” by the World Travel Awards.
The Company recently took delivery of its
most innovative ship to date, the 4,000-passenger Norwegian Getaway on
January 10, 2014. The largest ship to homeport year-round in Miami,
Norwegian Getaway boasts 28
dining venues, including seafood restaurant Ocean Blue by famed New
York Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian and a branch of Carlo’s Bake Shop by
Buddy Valastro, star of the TLC series “Cake Boss.” The entertainment
lineup includes Broadway shows Legally Blonde and
Burn the Floor and the unique dining and magic venue, the
Illusionarium. Norwegian Getaway’s sister ship, Norwegian Breakaway,
was named “Best New Ship of 2013” by the editors of Cruise Critic and
“Best Rookie Cruise Ship” by the readers of Travel Weekly.
Known as New York’s ship, Norwegian Breakaway is the largest vessel to
homeport year-round in the city.
The Company has two 4,200-passenger vessels
on order at Meyer Werft: Norwegian Escape with delivery scheduled in the
fall of 2015; and Norwegian Bliss with delivery in the spring of 2017.
Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise
line of the Miami Dolphins/Sun Life Stadium, The New York Knicks, Blue
Man Group and Legends in Concert; and the official cruise line partner
of The GRAMMY Awards and
is an official partner of the Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall.
For further information on Norwegian Cruise Line, visit
www.ncl.com, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @Norwegiancruiseline, Pin us on Pinterest, watch us on YouTube,
or contact us in the U.S. and Canada at 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784).
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