Norwegian Sun re-enters the cruising world after being refurbished

The Norwegian Sun, which has been dry-docked for 12 days, has re-entered service after some much needed renovations. The renovations are sure to enhance her offerings, which included updates to her public areas, suites and restaurants. One key improvement has been the addition of the Brazilian steakhouse, the Moderno Churrascaria. This restaurant has been very popular aboard the Norwegian Epic, NCL's newest and largest ship.

Two additional ships will enter dry-dock this year for their renovations as well: the Norwegian Dawn in May, and the Norwegian Spirit in September. There will also be several that take place in 2012, according to NCL's CEO Kevin Sheehan.

According to the official press release from Norwegian Cruise Lines:

"Norwegian Sun’s refurbishment to guest areas includes:

·         Updated décor in all 33 of the ship’s suites;

·         Improvements to the Kids Crew area which offers complimentary children’s programs;

·         The addition of Moderno Churrascaria, the line’s new and popular Brazilian steakhouse (in the space previously occupied by Pacific Heights);

·         Overall replacement of carpets and wall coverings in public areas.

In addition, back-of-house enhancements include:

·      An energy conservation project focused on the ship’s HVAC system to save an estimated six million kilowatts per year (when complete in May 2011);

·    Replacement of all potable water piping (continuing over the next 12-18 months);

·      Propeller and rudder modifications to decrease power consumption by six percent;

·      Removal and replacement of all lifeboat davit hooks with new state-of-the-art hooks to further ensure guest safety.

Norwegian Sun sails alternating Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Port Canaveral, departing every Saturday through April 7, 2011. The ship’s seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruise stops in Nassau, Bahamas; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Philipsburg, St. Maarten. On the seven-day Western Caribbean cruise, the ship will call in Cozumel, Mexico; Santo Tomás de Castilla, Guatemala; Belize City, Belize and Key West, Florida.  The two itineraries can be easily combined to create a port-rich 14-day Caribbean tour for guests looking for a longer cruise escape.  

Beginning May 8 2011, Norwegian Sun will spend her summer in Europe sailing from Copenhagen, Denmark, for the first time in the company’s history, embarking on 15 nine-day Baltic Capitals cruises.  Ports of call include: Berlin (Warnemünde), Germany; Tallinn, Estonia; an overnight in St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland and Stockholm (Nynashamn), Sweden. 

Norwegian Sun has a variety of stateroom options, a choice of 14 dining venues, 10 bars and lounges, multiple entertainment venues, a luxurious spa and salon, state-of-the-art fitness center, a complimentary kid’s club and teen lounge, a sports deck and several spacious public rooms."

The improvements for the other ships are sure to be just as amazing! Bon Voyage!

Travel agent information: Theresa Cooke, CruiseMasters, Pineville, NC. Phone: 704.887.3968. Email address: tcooke@vivavoyage.com . Parent company website: http://www.vivavoyage.com/ .