Norwegian
Getaway will be the fifth Norwegian ship to offer Nickelodeon
experiences, and will feature the latest in Nickelodeon activities
and events that kids of all ages will enjoy. Following its premier on
Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway will offer families the
opportunity to experience the all-new “Name that Game”, an
exciting combination of trivia, speed, skill and slime, where
participants will hit the buzzer, and race the clock as they
experience the best of Nickelodeon’s famous game shows live on
stage.
Norwegian
Getaway will also feature the popular Nickelodeon Pajama Jam, where
kids have the opportunity to enjoy an action-packed breakfast
experience with their favourite Nickelodeon Characters; Dora’s
Dance Party, where kids will have the chance to sing and dance to
their favourite songs with Dora the Explorer and Team Nick;
Nickelodeon Character Meet and Greets; Story Time with Dora; and
Nickelodeon Arts and Crafts.
The
line has also announced that the ship will feature an all new
pirate-themed Nickelodeon Kids’ Aqua Park where children can cool
off with colourful, whimsical and larger than life Nickelodeon
characters from Bikini Bottom, including SpongeBob SquarePants,
Patrick Star, Squidward and more. The area will include a kid-sized
pool and slide, along with multiple water features that squirt and
shower guests.
Nickelodeon
characters and themed activities will also be featured in Splash
Academy, the ship’s youth area offering merriment for kids aged
three to 12. Like her sister ship, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian
Getaway features a centrally-located Splash Academy complex that
spans two decks, 12 and 13. It is also adjacent and easily accessible
to the ship’s family-friendly staterooms. The reception area,
located on deck 12, is in close proximity to the forward elevators.
As parents enter, they will utilise Norwegian’s e-Youth
tablet-based electronic registration which allows them to swipe their
key card and input a password to sign in their children. Just past
the brightly-coloured and welcoming reception area, the three to five
year olds will have their own space decorated with vibrant, engaging
colours along with child-sized furniture. Wall mounted activities
will keep little hands busy in between organised programming. In a
separate area decorated with fun graphics to captivate children’s
imaginations, the six to nine year olds will enjoy building block
activity centres. An interactive dance mat with corresponding large
video screen will encourage lots of activity. In addition, a
dedicated space houses popular video game stations, along with a
relaxing movie viewing lounge.
On
Norwegian Getaway, children 10 to 12 years old will have their own
space on deck 13. It will include a multipurpose visual dance space
with a touch screen jukebox, plenty of moveable tables for activities
and comfortable bean bags for lounging. An activity zone will include
everything needed for arts and crafts and more. There is also a “hang
out” area with dedicated gaming stations that will feature the
latest video games. Rounding out the space will be a cool and
comfortable lounge area with sofas and chairs in vibrant colours
creating the perfect atmosphere to chill out.
Entourage,
located on Deck 16, is Norwegian Getaway’s high energy, exclusive
teen zone for ages 13 through 17. This hip, sophisticated area was
designed to give teens their own funky space that includes air
hockey; foosball; and an arcade centre with five separate areas
featuring large screens to play the latest video games while lounging
on comfy sofas. In the evening, Entourage transitions into a
teens-only nightclub with a dance floor, large screen television and
music, including a video jukebox. Entourage has the advantage of
being located next to the video arcade and a step away from an
outdoor eatery and refreshment area to round out the teens’
experience.
Currently
being built at Meyer Werft in Germany, Norwegian Getaway will be
146.600 gross tonnes and offer a wide range of accommodation. The
ship represents an opportunity for the Norwegian guest to “get
away” from the routine of work, school, and daily stress, and find
a true respite at sea that reflects the energy and culture that Miami
is known for worldwide.
To
date, the company has revealed the ship’s ground-breaking design,
including The Waterfront and 678 Ocean Place; a wide range of indoor
and outdoor venues on three dynamic decks that will create a whole
new complex at sea that enhances guests’ connection with the ocean.
Celebrity Chef Geoffrey Zakarian will also debut three dining
concepts on Norwegian Getaway: Ocean Blue by Geoffrey Zakarian; Ocean
Blue on the Waterfront and The Raw Bar. Norwegian Getaway will also
be the first to have the Grammy® Experience at sea
which will feature artefacts chosen and curated by the Grammy
Museum® along with live performances by past Grammy
winners and nominees, among others. The ship will also feature an
all-new dining and entertainment experience, The Illusionarium. A
first of its kind at sea, The Illusionarium 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, every Norwegian Getaway sailing will
feature a dazzling fireworks show.
The
4.000-passenger ship will also feature a rich mix of stateroom
options, including The Haven by Norwegian™, comprised of 42 Suites
at the top of the ship in an exclusive, private key-card enclave and
22 additional Suites located throughout the ship; the innovative
Studios, designed and priced for solo travellers; a wide range of
inside, oceanview and balcony staterooms as well as Mini Suites; Spa
Balcony staterooms, Spa Mini Suites and Spa Suites in close proximity
to the spa.
Norwegian
Getaway will sail 7-night cruises from Miami to the Eastern Caribbean
beginning on February 1, 2014, with ports of call including
Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and
Nassau, Bahamas. Information on Norwegian Getaway’s accommodation
choices and itinerary can be found at www.getaway.ncl.eu.
