Exciting New Destinations for Norwegian Jewel
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially unveiled its itinerary for the Norwegian Jewel, which will be making its inaugural stops in Morocco during the summer of 2028. The stunning cities of Casablanca and Agadir will be featured in the cruise's twelve-day round-trip journey departing from Barcelona, which will also include visits to the captivating Canary Islands. This marks a significant milestone as the Norwegian Jewel plans to dock in Morocco for the very first time, showcasing the company's commitment to expanding its global offerings.
The anticipated cruise will not only introduce Moroccan destinations but will also include new stops at Arrecife, located on the island of Lanzarote, and Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The addition of these Moroccan ports to the cruise itinerary signifies an exciting new chapter for Norwegian Cruise Line, as the Norwegian Jewel integrates these locations into its European summer schedule for 2028.
Summer 2028 Programming Highlights
NCL has strategically divided its summer programming between Europe, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean, offering voyages ranging from three to fourteen days. The Norwegian Jewel will operate its Moroccan routes from Barcelona, alongside several other ships dedicated to transatlantic and Mediterranean connections. In the Bahamas, the Norwegian Aqua will embark on its first full summer season, providing three and four-night round-trip cruises from Miami. These itineraries will feature NCL's private island, Great Stirrup Cay, complete with a water park boasting 19 slides, family areas, and an adults-only section.
Furthermore, in the Caribbean, the Norwegian Aura will offer seven-day round trips from Miami to destinations such as Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, and Great Stirrup Cay. The Norwegian Prima will set sail from Galveston, Texas, heading on seven-day itineraries in the Western Caribbean, including a stop at Harvest Caye in Belize.
The summer of 2028 promises to be an exhilarating season for Norwegian Cruise Line, with over 450 voyages planned across 20 ships, featuring itineraries that span from three to fourteen days, departing from 25 ports worldwide. Casablanca and Agadir will proudly join the lineup as the Norwegian Jewel’s debut Moroccan stops.
Additionally, the Norwegian Luna will undertake a ten-day repositioning cruise between Miami and New York in May 2028, which will include its inaugural visits to Aruba, Curaçao, and San Juan in Puerto Rico. By introducing these new ports of call, NCL emphasizes its intention to diversify its cruise offerings, with Morocco making its first appearance on the Norwegian Jewel's itinerary alongside the remarkable cities of Casablanca and Agadir.
As reported by barlamane.com.
