Norwegian Cruise Line Poses Challenge To
‘Name That Ship’
NCL Calls for Entries in "Name
The Ship Contest" For New 2,000-Guest Vessel
MIAMI, Fla., December 13, 1999 – Norwegian
Cruise Line has announced a "Name the Ship Contest,"
open to Latitudes members (NCL’s past guests), travel
agents and the general public alike, to provide a fitting
moniker for its magnificent 2,000-guest vessel scheduled for
delivery September 1, 2001. The 80,000-ton ship will be similar
in design and size to NCL’s newest vessel, the Norwegian
Sky, which recently made its debut.
"Our goal is to find the perfect name for
Norwegian Cruise Line’s extraordinary new ship,"
said Art Sbarsky, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
"By inviting the public to help us name our new ship,
we are hoping to cast the widest net possible in our search
and therefore discover the most befitting name."
The new ship’s interiors will feature a
towering eight-deck-high, glass-domed atrium, several alternative
dining options, two pools, five whirlpools, separate children’s
splash pool with waterfall, an Internet Café and a two-story
main show lounge with proscenium stage.
Other amenities will include several intimate
gathering spots including a wine bar, sports bar, casino and
shopping arcade. Public areas also include a children’s
playroom and separate teen center, part of the line’s
complimentary "Kid’s Crew" children’s
program, video arcade, full service spa, exercise gym with
separate aerobics area, conference room, library, card room
and beauty salon.
Those interested in entering the contest can
visit NCL’s website at www.ncl.com/contest for an entry
form for the "Name the Ship Contest" and a detailed
listing of entry guidelines. An original 50-words or less
essay on "why you chose that name" is one of the
entry requirements. Entries can also be sent to "Name
The Ship Contest," P.O. Box 149075, Coral Gables, FL
33114-9075. Entries must be received by February 15, 2000.
Entrants can find a complete list of entry guidelines and
conditions for participation at NCL’s website at www.ncl.com/contest.
AWARDS
Two Grand Prize winners will each receive one outside
stateroom for two on the inaugural cruise of the new ship,
air transportation from selected U.S. airports, ground transfers
and a $400 onboard credit per stateroom. Gratuities and onboard
expenditures over and above the $400 are excluded and the
responsibility of winner. Certain other restrictions apply.
Three First Honorable Mentions will each be
awarded one seven-day Caribbean cruise for two on any Norwegian
Cruise Line ship. Gratuities, airfare, and onboard expenditures
are excluded and are the responsibility of winner. The cruise
prize must be booked and the sailing completed by December
15, 2000. Accommodations subject to availability and blackout
dates apply. 100 Second Honorable Mentions will each receive
an NCL Polo Shirt.
JUDGING
All submissions will be judged and winners selected
according to the following criteria: creativity (40%); appropriateness
in linking name and essay to Norwegian Cruise Line image (40%);
and why I chose the name (20%). Judging will be done by qualified
individuals selected by Norwegian Cruise Line whose decisions
are final. Deadline for entries is February 15, 2000. Winners
will be determined by February 29, 2000, and will be notified
by mail.
ELIGIBILITY
Contest is open to all residents of the U.S.A. eighteen
(18) years of age or older. Employees of Norwegian Cruise
Line, its affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion
agencies and the families of each are not eligible. Void where
prohibited by law.
The list of winners will be published on the
Norwegian Cruise Line official website: www.ncl.com. A winners’
list can also be provided upon request by sending a stamped,
self addressed envelope to: "Name The Ship Contest,"
P.O. Box 149075, Coral Gables, FL 33114-9075.
Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line Limited is
a global cruise company and industry innovator that currently
owns or operates a fleet of nine mid-sized ships sailing to
more than 200 ports in Alaska, Australia, Bermuda, Canada/New
England, Caribbean, Europe (Mediterranean, Baltic and Scandinavia),
Hawaii, Mexico, South America and Trans Canal.
For more information about Norwegian Cruise
Line contact NCL in the U.S. and Canada at (800) 327-7030;
in Miami-Dade County, Florida, (305) 436-0866.
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