Pride of Aloha, NCL’s 2,002-passenger cruise ship, will now go to Miami to sail as part of the line’s international fleet. NCL had previously announced that the ship would be sailing as part of Star Cruises in Asia. The ship will also be re-renamed Norwegian Sky, which was its original title when it entered service in 1999, sailing three and four say Bahamas cruises from Miami, starting on 19^th June 2008 and running through until 17^th April 2009. 

“NCL pioneered the first Bahamas cruise from Miami more than 41 years ago and last had a ship in the three and four-day cruise market from Miami in 2003. By reintroducing Norwegian Sky and positioning the ship in Miami sailing short cruises to the Bahamas, we are returning to our roots. At the same time, we are raising the bar by offering a modern Freestyle Cruising ship that features a variety of accommodations, including balconies and suites, a multitude of on-board amenities and a choice of six restaurants,” said Colin Veitch, NCL’s president and CEO. “In addition, we will outfit Norwegian Sky with the Freestyle 2.0 enhancements currently being introduced across our fleet. This, coupled with the port-intensive itineraries, offers guests seeking a quick getaway an unmatched cruise experience. There is no doubt that NCL’s three and four-day Freestyle product on the industry’s newest ship offers the highest quality and best value for money in the market.”