48 INTERIOR VIEW Norwegian Cruise Line’s Gary Anslow provides exclusive insight to Richard Humphreys about the interior design of the newly debuted ship and how it impacts the guest experience Norwegian Aqua Since debuting in April 2025, Norwegian Aqua has been taking passengers on Eastern Caribbean cruises, visiting places like The Bahamas; Saint Thomas in the US Virgin Islands; Tortola in the British Virgin Islands; the Dominican Republic; and Norwegian Cruise Line’s private Bahamian island, Great Stirrup Cay. Norwegian Aqua is the first of Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) Prima Plus-class ships and is 10 per cent larger than its predecessors. The 3,571-guest vessel was built by Fincantieri at its yard in Marghera, Italy. “Norwegian Aqua’s interior design strikes a refined balance between elevated sophistication and approachable luxury,” says Gary Anslow, vice president and head of UK and Ireland for NCL. “The ship’s aesthetic builds on the Prima class DNA – clean lines, expansive light-filled spaces and premium finishes – while pushing into bolder, more expressive territory. Key design elements include a more open flow between spaces, curated artwork throughout and a colour palette inspired by the sea, sky and natural materials.” One of the “standout spaces” that debuted on Norwegian Aqua is the Aqua Slidecoaster, a three-storey hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide. There is also Glow Court, an immersive LED sports and entertainment venue; NCL’s most expansive Ocean Boulevard; an Norwegian Aqua’s colour palette is inspired by the sea, sky and natural materials Image: Norwegian Cruise Line
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