In a landmark development for the global cruise industry, Cordelia Cruises, India’s premier cruise line, and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a leading global cruise brand under Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., have officially signed an agreement for the transfer of Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun to Cordelia’s growing fleet.
These additions mark a significant milestone in Cordelia’s journey to make cruise holidays more accessible, aspirational, and world-class for Indian travellers.
Jurgen Bailom- President and CEO of Waterways Leisure pvt ltd – Cordelia Cruises (2)
“We are thrilled to welcome these iconic vessels to the Cordelia fleet, building on the overwhelming success of Empress, which redefined cruise holidays for Indian travellers,” said Jurgen Bailom, President and CEO of Cordelia Cruises. “With the addition of Sky and Sun, we are entering a new era of cruise holidays for Indian guests, one that is bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before.”
Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, both part of Norwegian Cruise Line’s acclaimed Sun-class series, bring with them a legacy of world-class cruising, thoughtful design, and guest comfort. Each ship measures approximately 850 feet in length, with a gross tonnage of approximately 77,000, and is capable of accommodating around 2,000 guests and 900 crew members. Together, they will more than double Cordelia’s current capacity and enable the brand to explore new regions and offer broader, more immersive cruise experiences.
One of the most significant upgrades with this expansion is the improved mix of stateroom categories. Both ships feature over 1,000 cabins each, including a selection of accommodations from solo staterooms to balconies and suites. Guests can look forward to an elevated onboard experience with multiple speciality dining venues, an elegant theatre and entertainment venues, casinos, a wellness centre, shops, an arcade, pools, sun decks, a fitness zone, and dedicated children’s and family entertainment areas. These sister ships are known for their spacious layouts, warm ambience, and versatility, catering seamlessly to both short getaways and longer destination-focused itineraries.
These additions mark a significant milestone in Cordelia’s journey to make cruise holidays more accessible, aspirational, and world-class for Indian travellers.
Jurgen Bailom- President and CEO of Waterways Leisure pvt ltd – Cordelia Cruises (2)
“We are thrilled to welcome these iconic vessels to the Cordelia fleet, building on the overwhelming success of Empress, which redefined cruise holidays for Indian travellers,” said Jurgen Bailom, President and CEO of Cordelia Cruises. “With the addition of Sky and Sun, we are entering a new era of cruise holidays for Indian guests, one that is bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before.”
Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, both part of Norwegian Cruise Line’s acclaimed Sun-class series, bring with them a legacy of world-class cruising, thoughtful design, and guest comfort. Each ship measures approximately 850 feet in length, with a gross tonnage of approximately 77,000, and is capable of accommodating around 2,000 guests and 900 crew members. Together, they will more than double Cordelia’s current capacity and enable the brand to explore new regions and offer broader, more immersive cruise experiences.
One of the most significant upgrades with this expansion is the improved mix of stateroom categories. Both ships feature over 1,000 cabins each, including a selection of accommodations from solo staterooms to balconies and suites. Guests can look forward to an elevated onboard experience with multiple speciality dining venues, an elegant theatre and entertainment venues, casinos, a wellness centre, shops, an arcade, pools, sun decks, a fitness zone, and dedicated children’s and family entertainment areas. These sister ships are known for their spacious layouts, warm ambience, and versatility, catering seamlessly to both short getaways and longer destination-focused itineraries.
Source: Travel Trade Journal
