Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled almost nine months of scheduled voyages for its Norwegian Viva departing from Puerto Rico. This interruption affects plans for passengers booked on sailings originating from the island.
Following the cancellations, Norwegian Viva will be repositioned to Miami, where it will serve as its homeport through at least 2028. This reassignment is part of the cruise line’s effort to expand its itineraries focused on Florida and the Bahamas regions.
Changes to Norwegian Viva Operations
With this shift, the cruise line is adjusting its Caribbean offerings by withdrawing Norwegian Viva from Puerto Rico to better align with its strategic goals in the
Florida and Bahamas cruise markets. Details regarding the ship’s new itinerary following the relocation have not been disclosed.
Travelers who had planned voyages from Puerto Rico on Norwegian Viva will need to consider alternative options, potentially involving embarkation through Miami. The cruise line’s policies on rescheduling or refunds for those affected have not been made public.
Overall, this move reflects a notable change in Norwegian Cruise Line’s deployment within the Caribbean basin, concentrating on strengthening its presence out of Miami for the coming years.
