Thu Feb 19 2009, written and credited by Travel Trade Staff
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation named Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) its “Cruise Line of the Year” during the recent 13th Annual Cacique Awards held in Nassau, Bahamas.”Norwegian Cruise Line and the Bahamas have enjoyed a long-standing partnership,” said Ellison Thompson, deputy director general of tourism for the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation. “We are pleased that they are committed to helping grow tourism in the Bahamas by bringing their Freestyle Cruising ships to our islands.”
NCL was the first cruise line to sail to the Bahamas beginning in 1996. Currently, the cruise line has five ships visiting the Bahamas.
“It’s an honor to receive this award from the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation,” said Colin Murphy, NCL’s vice president of special projects. “The Bahamas offers a wealth of beauty and enjoyment for our guests.”
The Cacique Awards recognize the roles played by those individuals and organizations whose performance or products have consistently made a positive impact on the quality and the growth of tourism in the Bahamas.