3 last-minute Valentine’s cruises by NCL

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From swimming with Bahamian pigs to exploring Tulum Mayan ruins in Mexico

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has curated a collection of last-minute cruise getaways that your travel clients can enjoy. 

From sun-kissed Caribbean beaches to charming ports in Mexico and the Bahamas, these romantic sailings promise adventure, relaxation and intimacy.

For all sailings, NCL offers a selection of exclusive add-on packages, from professional keepsake portraits to private tea service and couples’ Swedish massage. 

5- or 7-day Caribbean cruise from Miami

Departing from Miami, these 5- and 7-day roundtrip cruises explore the Eastern Caribbean. Both sailings take in Great Stirrup Cay, NCL’s private island oasis in the Bahamas, where couples can swim with the famed Bahamian pigs, unwind with a massage at Mandara Spa or tuck into frozen cocktails and fish tacos. The 5-day cruise will also stop in Cozumel, Mexico, where there’s an opportunity to see the Tulum Mayan ruins, while the 7-day sailing visits Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. Two more port stops include Tortola and St Thomas in the British Virgin Islands, from where couples can take the skyride to Paradise Point for awe-inspiring views. The 5-day cruise sails aboard Norwegian Escape, the 7-day aboard Norwegian Encore.
Date: 8 to 13 February 2025
Price: 5-day starting from AED1,832 (US$450). 7-day starting from AED4,477 (US$1,220)

8-day Bahamas cruise from New York

Departing New York, this 8-day round-trip sails to the Bahamas with two stops, first in the bustling city of Nassau. Passengers get a full day in the Bahamian capital to discover its pastel-pink Georgian architecture and try the famous rum cocktails and fish fry. Then, it’s an overnight sail to NCL’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay, where guests can snorkel with sea turtles or soar or take in the views of the Cay on a zipline. There will be four full days at sea aboard the Norwegian Escape, where couples can enjoy dinner paired with live performances at The Supper Club, play a round of mini golf or unwind in the spa salt caves.
Date: 15 to 23 February
Price: Starting from AED4,290 (US$1,170)

NCL’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay

5-day Bahamas cruise from Miami

Departing from Miami, this 5-day round-trip adventure sails the serene turquoise waters of the Bahamas aboard the Norwegian Jade. Stopping in Nassau, the country’s historical and cultural heart, couples have the opportunity to visit museums, explore the history behind the city’s artisanal chocolate production and rum distilling or relax on one of its many white-sand beaches. From here, the ship sails to NCL’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay, where couples can spend the day snorkelling, swimming and kayaking in the crystal-clear waters. The ship features 19 dining options, 11 lounges and bars, three pools, seven Jacuzzis.
Date: 23 to 28 February 2025
Price: Starting from AED1,281 (US$350)

Boost the Romance Factor 
Across the above sailings, NCL offers a selection of exclusive romantic add-ons:

• Taste of Love Package includes strawberries in their stateroom, a canapé platter, a fruit basket, a romantic dinner for two and professional portraits 
• Lovers Delight Package offers breakfast in bed, afternoon tea service and two Swedish massages. 
• Indulge in Romance Package offers multiple breakfasts in bed, speciality dining reservations, Swedish massages and a private tea service. 
• Private Vow Renewal Package includes an intimate ceremony officiated by a ship officer, a couples’ cake, keepsake portraits and a commemorative certificate.

To partner with NCL, email Rebecca Ransom, Business Development Manager Middle East, rransom@ncl.com, call/WhatsApp: +44 7961 300 729; for more information, visit www.ncl.com 

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