NCL’s Norwegian Epic & Pride of America undergoing renovations for summer 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that Norwegian Epic and NCL’s Pride of America will both undergo revitalization projects just in time for the 2025 summer travel season.
The new enhancements range from the addition of a reimagined water park for children, the expansion of the adults-only Vibe Beach Club, additional accommodations and more.
“Delivering the best vacation experience for our guests, where they have the freedom and flexibility to do more of what they love is and will always continue to be our goal,” said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “By listening to guests’ feedback, we are excited to provide them with more to do on board starting this summer as Norwegian Epic sets sail for Europe and Pride of America continues to offer the world’s only seven-day interisland Hawaii voyages departing from Honolulu 52 weeks out of the year!”
Norwegian Epic enhancements
Following the completion of Norwegian Epic’s three-week dry dock on May 8, 2025, the top deck will get some noticeable enhancements with more outdoor experiences.
Renovations include a brand-new hot tub on deck 18 and a refreshed Kids’ Aqua Park that replaces Splashgolf and provides more fun-in-the-sun activities for adults and children alike.
The adults-only Vibe Beach Club replaces Posh Beach Club and will offer an additional hot tub, as well as more lounge chairs and new private cabanas to soak up the sun while enjoying spectacular views of the Greek Isles and Mediterranean. The dry dock plans also include the addition of eight new staterooms – a combination of balconies and ocean views.
Pride of America updates
From May 3 to 31, 2025, Pride of America will receive notable upgrades including the addition of a new Starbucks location within The Capitol Atrium on deck 5. Guests who crave a game of friendly competition will soon be able to enjoy pickleball within the existing sports court.
This summer, Pride of America will feature 12 new club balcony suites and three inside staterooms on deck 12.
Splash Academy, NCL’s youth club for children ages three to 12 and Entourage, the teen club, will be relocated to deck 6 which was previously held by the S/S America Library, Internet Café, and Chapel; and the addition of a Library and Card room, which was once the Shuffles Card Room.
Upon completion of Pride of America’s nearly three-week dry dock, she will return to Honolulu on May 31, 2025, to offer guests the seven-day, inter-island cruise.
For more information, contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com.
