Norwegian Cruise Line has introduced that they’ve reached an settlement with JAXPORT to homeport a cruise ship there beginning in 2025.
Norwegian Gem will supply cruises from Jacksonville, Florida beginning in November 2025. NCL will homeport the ship there from November to April yearly by 2028.
This would be the first time that Norwegian Cruise Line has a ship primarily based in Jacksonville. There are almost 100 million potential cruisers who’re inside driving distance to the port.
The cruise ship will sail 11 and 12 evening cruises to the Jap Caribbean with 5 longer cruises being provided every season. Ports embrace Nice Stirrup Cay, NCL’s personal island in The Bahamas; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas and St. John’s, U.S. Virgin Islands; Antigua; Basseterre, St. Kitts; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and extra.
As well as, Norwegian Gem will sail shorter 4 and 5 evening cruises to The Bahamas that may go to Nassau and the cruise line’s personal island, Nice Stirrup Cay.
These new cruises from Jacksonville will open for bookings on February 15, 2024.
“Right this moment marks a brand new milestone within the relationship between Norwegian Cruise Line and JAXPORT,” mentioned David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “We sit up for Norwegian Gem’s arrival to Jacksonville in November 2025, and welcoming company from the realm, in addition to neighboring cities and states, on board to ship them an distinctive trip. Thanks to your entire JAXPORT staff for the partnership and welcoming us into your metropolis!”
