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<\/a><\/p>\nIn order to assess the ship\u2019s speed, the Captain, navigational officers and representatives from MEYER WERFT tested all of the various power outputs for the propellers. The speed was then adjusted to various levels at each power output level. Every speed test that Norwegian Breakaway underwent was successful and exceeded the required technical specifications.<\/p>\n
To demonstrate the agility of the ship, Norwegian Breakaway performed a \u201cWilliamson\u2019s Turn,\u201d to determine how well the ship would be able to turn around in the event of an on board emergency. The \u201cZig Zag\u201d test was also conducted to demonstrate the ship\u2019s ability to rapidly maneuver away from danger ahead, while still maintaining its forward course. Norwegian Breakaway passed both of these important tests successfully.<\/p>\n
Norwegian Breakaway also executed a successful \u201cTurning Circle\u201d test that is conducted by powering the ship at full speed ahead and then quickly turning on the azipods, the ship\u2019s propulsion units, to monitor the behavior of the vessel. When conducting the Turning Circle test, a certain minimum diameter is required in order to prove the ship\u2019s seaworthiness and Norwegian Breakaway successfully executed all tests.<\/p>\n
A \u201cCrash Test\u201d was also performed. This test is conducted by running the ship full steam ahead and then quickly reversing the azipods in order to assess the ship\u2019s stoppage capabilities. The stoppage is monitored in terms of time and distance and Norwegian Breakaway exceeded all of the standards set.<\/p>\n
Finally, noise and vibration tests were performed to ensure that there is proper insulation between all staterooms, corridors and public areas. Wind levels on Norwegian Breakaway\u2019s pool deck and The Waterfront, the ship\u2019s outdoor dining and recreational area, were also assessed.<\/p>\n
Norwegian\u2019s nautical team reported that the conditions for Norwegian Breakaway\u2019s sea trials were extraordinary, and that the ship successfully completed all of the very important tests and trials that were conducted.
\nWith the sea trials now complete, the on board operations team will continue the ship\u2019s set up, getting Norwegian\u2019s newest ship ready to receive guests for a series of inaugural events and transatlantic voyage. Following those events, the largest cruise ship to ever be constructed in Germany, will sail seven-day cruises from New York City to Bermuda through October 2013.<\/p>\n
Norwegian Breakaway<\/strong><\/p>\nDesigned as New York\u2019s ship, Norwegian Breakaway will bring the best of NYC to sea when she arrives to her year-round homeport in early May 2013, offering the high-caliber dining and entertainment options that New York is known for worldwide. To date, the company has revealed the ship\u2019s groundbreaking design, including an open-air boardwalk, The Waterfront, and 678 Ocean Place; a wide range of indoor and outdoor venues on three dynamic decks that will create a whole new complex at sea that enhances guests\u2019 connection with the ocean. Norwegian Breakaway\u2019s entertainment will include three Broadway shows: five-time Tony nominated ROCK OF AGES; the dance sensation BURN THE FLOOR; and CIRQUE DREAMS & DINNER JUNGLE FANTASY. The famed comedy troupe The Second City, Howl at the Moon dueling pianos, and New York\u2019s own Slam Allen will perform on the vessel. Norwegian Breakaway will also feature an exciting fireworks show on every cruise that will dazzle guests on the second to last night at sea each week, and will be the grand finale of a decadent 1980s-themed deck party.<\/p>\n
Celebrity Chef and Food Network star Geoffrey Zakarian will also debut his first restaurant at sea on Norwegian Breakaway: Ocean Blue by Geoffrey Zakarian. Buddy Valastro, star of the TLC series \u201cCake Boss,\u201d will open an extension of his popular bakery, Carlo\u2019s Bake Shop. The ship will feature a total of 28 dining options on board and an Ice Bar, which will be kept at 17 degrees Fahrenheit and feature New York City-inspired specialty cocktails, as well as ice sculptures of the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty and the Chrysler Building to pay homage to New York City.<\/p>\n
The top decks of Norwegian Breakaway will feature the first Aqua Park at sea with five full-size water slides, including twin Free Fall slides, the first ever at sea, and a three-story sports complex that includes the largest ropes course at sea, a nine-hole miniature golf course, basketball court, rock climbing wall and more.<\/p>\n
The ship will also feature a rich mix of stateroom options including The Haven by Norwegian, comprised of 42 Suites at the top of the ship and 22 additional Suites located throughout the ship; the innovative Studios, designed and priced for solo travelers; Oceanview staterooms, Balcony and Mini-Suites; along with Spa Balcony, Mini-Suites and Suites in close proximity to the spa. <\/p>\n
About Norwegian Cruise Line<\/strong><\/em>
\nNorwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 46-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which revolutionized the industry by giving guests more freedom and flexibility. Today, Norwegian invites guests to \u201cCruise Like a Norwegian\u201d on one of 11 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. Recently, the line was named \u201cEurope\u2019s Leading Cruise Line\u201d by the World Travel Awards for the fifth consecutive year.<\/p>\nNorwegian Cruise Line\u2019s largest and most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship, Norwegian Epic, debuted in June 2010 and has been named \u201cBest Overall Cruise Ship\u201d by the readers of Travel Weekly two years in a row and \u201cBest Ship for Sea Days\u201d by Cruise Critic. Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise line of Blue Man Group, appearing for the first time at sea on Norwegian Epic, as well as the official cruise line of Legends in Concert, The Second City\u00ae, Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos, and Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids. Cirque Dreams\u2122 & Dinner is also featured on board Norwegian Epic as the first show of its kind at sea under a big top.<\/p>\n
The Company has two 4,000-passenger vessels, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, under construction for delivery in April 2013 and January 2014, along with one larger \u201cBreakaway Plus\u201d vessel for delivery in fall 2015. Known as New York\u2019s ship, Norwegian Breakaway will be the largest vessel to homeport year-round in the city, sailing to Bermuda for the summer beginning May 12, 2013. Norwegian Breakaway\u2019s features include hull art by legendary artist Peter Max, seafood restaurant Ocean Blue by famed New York Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian, bakery by Buddy Valastro, star of the TLC series \u201cCake Boss,\u201d and fitness classes and a retrospective display from the ship\u2019s iconic godmothers, the Rockettes\u00ae. The entertainment lineup includes three Broadway shows: Rock of Ages, Burn the Floor and Cirque Dreams\u2122 & Dinner: Jungle Fantasy. Sister ship Norwegian Getaway, the largest ship to homeport year-round in Miami, will sail Eastern Caribbean voyages beginning in February 2014. Sailings for both vessels are now on sale.<\/p>\n
For more information on Norwegian Breakaway or to book your cruise, please call Premier Custom Travel at (281) 301-5818 or toll-free at (800) 304-6789.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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