Norwegian Cruise Line’s Newest Ship Named ‘Prima’ by Godmother Katy Perry

Global superstar and godmother of Norwegian Prima Katy Perry joins Norwegian Cruise Line executives in Reykjavik, Iceland to officially christen and name NCL’s 18th vessel in its leading-edge Prima Class. Photo by Tristan Fewings/Getty Images for NCL..

The newest ship of Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) was named “Prima” by its godmother and and global superstar Katy Perry, during a glamorous naming ceremony held recently in Reykjavík, Iceland.

The first of six ships in the groundbreaking Prima Class, Norwegian Prima, debuted to more than 2,500 guests who enjoyed an immersive experience in the beautiful Icelandic capital and a christening celebration like no other.

President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., Frank Del Rio, Global Popstar, Katy Perry, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, Harry Sommer and Radio Host of Elvis Duran and The Morning Show, Elvis Duran. Photo by Tristan Fewings/Getty Images for NCL

Guests at the christening ceremony were treated to a show-stopping performance by popular Icelandic group and 2021 Eurovision Song Contest fan favorites Daði og Gagnamagnið, before Norwegian Prima’s very own godmother Katy Perry took to the main stage to officially name and christen the vessel with the ceremonial champagne bottle break across the ship’s hull.

Guests attending Norwegian Prima’s Christening celebration. Photo source: NCL

The three-level Prima Theater & Club stage was then transformed into a whimsical backdrop where guests enjoyed a powerhouse performance of some of Perry’s chart-topping hits including “California Gurls”, “Teenage Dream”, “Roar” and “Firework”.

“It was so much fun to sprinkle some fairy godmother dust on Norwegian Prima and send her on her way to sail the high seas,” said Perry.

Photo by Tristan Fewings/Getty Images for Norwegian Cruise Line

As the industry’s most spacious new cruise ship Prima is continuing NCL’s legacy of industry firsts.

“With her stunning design and unique offerings, Norwegian Prima is in a league of her own,” said Frank Del Rio, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Photo source: NCL

At 965 feet (294 meters long) and more than 143,535 tons with capacity for 3,100 guests at double occupancy, Norwegian Prima offers the highest staffing levels and space ratio of any contemporary or premium cruise ship.

She also boasts the largest variety of suite categories available at sea as well as a redefined The Haven by Norwegian, NCL’s ultra-premium keycard only access ship-within-a-ship concept.

Norwegian Prima – The Haven by Norwegian – Suite Bedroom

Norwegian Prima will depart on inaugural voyages to Northern Europe from the Netherlands, Denmark and England beginning September 3, before making her way to the US. She will then sail voyages to the Caribbean from New York City, Galveston, Texas, and Miami in October and November before settling into her homeport of Port Canaveral, Fla., and Galveston, Texas for the 2023 and 2024 cruise season.

Cruiseway Travel is the representative of Norwegian Cruise Line in Greece.