- The Two-Time Emmy®-Award
Winning Actor Will Bless the Next
Cutting-Edge Vessel in the NCL Fleet at the Official Christening
Ceremony in Miami on April 13, 2025 -
- Set to Debut April
2025, Norwegian Aqua Will Offer Guests More to Enjoy with
First-At-Sea Experiences, Including the World's First Hybrid
Waterslide and Rollercoaster, as well as the First Clay Sauna; and
the Brand's First Thai Specialty Restaurant -
MIAMI, Nov. 20,
2024 /CNW/ -- Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the
innovator in global cruise travel, today announced that the
two-time Emmy® Award-winning actor, Eric Stonestreet, will serve as the godfather of
NCL's newest groundbreaking ship, Norwegian Aqua, launching in
April 2025.
Eric Stonestreet is a beloved
screen actor, best known for his work on the hit television show
"Modern Family." His unforgettable portrayal of Cameron Tucker earned him two Primetime
Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a
Comedy Series. Stonestreet has also appeared in films including
"The Secret Life of Pets" and "Identity Thief," and has previously
hosted Fox's reality competition series "Domino Masters."
Currently, he can be seen in season two of The Santa Clauses, one
of Disney+'s most-streamed original series.
As a charismatic and relatable celebrity figure, Stonestreet
brings joy to audiences through his humor. Similarly, NCL brings
joy to its guests with the variety of elevated experiences that
empower guests to have their own best vacation with more of what
they love across its 19-ship fleet and the 450 destinations it
visits around the world.
"We are very excited to officially welcome Eric Stonestreet to the NCL team!" said
David J. Herrera, President of
Norwegian Cruise Line. "We had an amazing time with Eric on one of
our ships, and also got to spend some time with his charming family
after. Over the past couple of months, Eric has become a true
friend of NCL. Eric's authenticity, wit, charm and genuine desire
to bring happiness to the masses embodies the role of godfather for
Norwegian Aqua, as well as who we are and what we stand for as a
company. We are honored to have Eric as the godfather of Norwegian
Aqua!"
Stonestreet will play a pivotal role in officially welcoming the
beautiful new Norwegian Aqua to NCL's fleet as the ship's
godfather. On April 13, 2025, in
Miami, also known as the Cruise
Capital of the World, Stonestreet will lead the time-honored
tradition of christening the vessel by breaking a champagne bottle
across its bow, a classic maritime custom performed by the ship's
godparent. This act is meant to bring good fortune for the life of
the vessel and all the passengers that may sail on her throughout
her journeys.
"Traveling the world to meet new people and explore new
places is something I love to do, and after recently experiencing
what Norwegian has to offer, I can attest that Norwegian truly
makes it easy to do more of what I enjoy while on vacation," said
Eric Stonestreet, two-time
Emmy® Award-winning actor. "I am honored to be named the
godfather of Norwegian Aqua and to play my part in the journey of
bringing this new ship to life. I am blown away by what's in store
for Norwegian Aqua and I cannot wait to take a ride on the Aqua
Slidecoaster, indulge in some red curry at the all-new Sukhothai
and most importantly create lifelong memories with my own family
while on board this innovative new ship."
After completing her christening voyage, Norwegian Aqua will
depart on seven-day itineraries from one of the most popular cruise
ports, Port Canaveral, Fla. beginning April
26, 2025. These fun-in-sun Caribbean voyages include calls to the
beautiful island destinations of Puerto
Plata, Dominican Republic;
Tortola, British Virgin Islands;
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay,
NCL's private island in the Bahamas which will feature a brand-new pier in
late 2025. Following the ship's first cruise season, Norwegian Aqua
will offer five and seven-day voyages to Bermuda from New
York City from August 2025
through October 2025, and from
May 2026 to October 2026. Norwegian Aqua will return to
Miami to sail five and seven-day
Eastern Caribbean itineraries from
October 2025 through April 2026 and from November 2026 to March
2027.
As the first ship in NCL's Prima Plus Class, Norwegian Aqua will
boast even more elevated amenities and experiences, including
the Aqua Slidecoaster, a first-of-its-kind hybrid
rollercoaster and waterslide that will become the longest and
fastest slide at sea. The ship will also feature a new high-tech
digital sports complex, the Glow Court, brilliantly engineered for
immersive play as well as the Aqua Game Zone, a reimagined version
of the Company's beloved Galaxy Pavilion and arcade offerings.
Additionally, Norwegian Aqua is home to NCL's first-ever
Three-Bedroom Duplex suites within The Haven by
Norwegian®, the Brand's premium
keycard-access-only-complex, with an expansive, dedicated sundeck;
a serene infinity pool overlooking the ship's stern; a private
lounge and bar pouring rare spirits and vintages; and sweeping sea
views available from every public space. Guests will also be able
to indulge in a variety of bars and restaurants including the new
upscale Thai specialty restaurant, Sukhothai; the plant-based
eatery in Indulge Food Hall, Planterie; and the contemporary wine
lounge, Swirl Wine Bar.
For guests planning their next cruise vacation aboard Norwegian
Aqua, or any ship in NCL's fleet for sailings beginning on
Jan. 1, 2025, the Company's all-new
package, More At Sea™, offers travelers more value with an
unlimited open bar featuring more premium beverage brands, more
specialty dining credits and more Wi-Fi minutes with faster,
high-speed internet powered by Starlink. The package also includes
$50 shore excursion credits with free
airfare for the second guest and third and fourth guests sailing
free on select cruises. Additionally, guests can combine More At
Sea™ with NCL's current Black Friday sale of 50% off all cruises.
For more details on the Company's cruise deals, visit
www.ncl.com/cruise-deals.
For more information about the Company's award-winning fleet and
worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel
professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit
www.ncl.com.
For additional images of Norwegian Aqua, visit the press kit
here.
About Norwegian Cruise Line
As the innovator in global cruise travel, Norwegian Cruise Line
has been breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising for 57
years. Most notably, the cruise line revolutionized the industry by
offering guests the opportunity to design their ideal vacation on
their preferred schedule with no assigned dining and entertainment
times and no formal dress codes. Today, the company offers guests
to 'Experience More At Sea™' by providing them with more to see,
more to do and more to enjoy on their vacation. Its fleet of 19
contemporary ships sail to 450 of the world's most desirable
destinations, including Great Stirrup Cay, the company's private
island in the Bahamas and its
resort destination Harvest Caye in Belize. Norwegian Cruise Line not only
provides superior guest service from land to sea, but also offers a
wide variety of award-winning entertainment and dining options as
well as a range of accommodations across the fleet, including
solo-traveler staterooms, club balcony suites, and The Haven by
Norwegian®, the company's ship-within-a-ship concept. For
additional information or to book a cruise, contact a travel
professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or
visit www.ncl.com. For the latest news and exclusive content,
visit the NCL Newsroom and follow Norwegian Cruise Line on
Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and
YouTube @NorwegianCruiseLine; and Twitter @CruiseNorwegian.
Norwegian Cruise Line is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more,
visit www.nclhltd.com.
ERIC STONESTREET
Eric Stonestreet most notably
starred as Cameron Tucker on ABC's
comedy series, "Modern Family," a role in which he earned two Emmy
Awards in the "Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series" category, in
2010 and 2012. Stonestreet also garnered a 2011 Emmy Nomination,
Golden Globe Nominations in 2011, 2012 and 2013, Screen Actors
Guild Nominations in 2012, 2013 and 2015, and a TCA Award
nomination for his portrayal.
Eric is known for his screen roles in the feature films "Almost
Famous," "Bad Teacher," and "Identity Thief." He has also lent his
voice to the animated film "The Secret Life of Pets" as well as its
sequel. Other on-screen work includes HBO's "Confirmation"
alongside Kerry Washington,
Jeffrey Wright, and Jennifer Hudson. Currently, Eric can be seen in
season 2 of "The Santa Clauses," one of Disney+'s most-streamed
original series, in the lead antagonist role of 'Magnus Antas (aka
the Mad Santa) who reigned during the 14th century and is now
returning to try and take down Scott
Calvin (Tim Allen) and
reclaim the North Pole. He also starred as 'Ian Osofsky' for a
couple of episodes on the critically acclaimed NBC Comedy Series
American Auto.
Prior to American Auto, Stonestreet was the host of Fox's
reality competition series "Domino Masters," alongside celebrity
judges Danica McKellar, Vernon Davis, and Steven
Price. The series premiered on Fox, March 9th, 2022, and
featured teams of Domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino
toppling and chain reaction tournament.
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