MIAMI — Norwegian Cruise Line dropped the balloons and smashed the champagne to christen its newest ship Norwegian Viva with the help of ship godfather and Latin music star Luis Fonsi, who as a Puerto Rican native praised the company’s decision to send its new ship to the island for its first winter season.
“Viva is homeporting in San Juan, where I was born and where I spent my early childhood,” Fonsi said during the ceremony held at NCL’s new terminal at PortMiami. “And, of course, she’s now being christened here in Miami where NCL and myself call home, so I feel connected to this great vessel in two ways.”
The “Despacito” singer embraced his role joining the likes of Kelly Clarkson, Pitbull and Katy Perry among musicians taking on godparent duties for NCL ships.
Luis Fonsi gets set to christen Norwegian Viva while it was docked at PortMiami Terminal B on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2023. (Richard Tribou/Orlando Sentinel)
Luis Fonsi performs on board Norwegian Viva while docked at PortMiami after he led its christening ceremony as its godfather on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2023. (Richard Tribou/Orlando Sentinel) read more