NORWEGIAN STAR CONTINUES ITS CALL IN KAHULUI

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MIAMI - May 6, 2002 - Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) today announced that Norwegian Star will continue to call at Kahului, Maui instead of Lahaina as previously scheduled.

The decision comes after the successful testing of the operational feasibility of Kahului on a temporary basis through May 3, 2002 as well as receiving positive feedback from passengers, who were able to spend more time on the island of Maui.

"Lack of sufficient shore side tender availability in Lahaina coupled with the extremely positive feedback from our passengers has prompted us to make this temporary move permanent," said Colin Veitch, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line. "The benefit of being alongside has been significant, giving our passengers longer time to enjoy Maui."

The proximity of Kahului to many of Maui's most beautiful sights allows passengers to experience popular shore excursions including the Maui Downhill Bicycling, Tropical Hiking Adventure, and a tram tour of Maui Tropical Plantation and Iao Valley.

In March, NCL changed the Hawaii port from Kona to Hilo for the same reason.

Below is Norwegian Star's new itinerary:

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