Innovator and Inspiration
A cruise to the Western Caribbean aboard the MS Southward that failed to materialize in 1978 still helped to fan the flames of interest in cruising - especially considering she was a near-twin of the ship that helped launch a TV phenomenon in 1976. That ship was originally called Seaward before transferring to another company.
Following NCL from that point on, the establishment of a private island destination in the Berry Islands of the Bahamas was another milestone to marvel - even with plenty of prior knowledge of the island chain.
The legend of the SS France came to life when NCL converted the liner into the Norway, taking cruises to a whole new level at the time while preserving a treasured piece of history.
It was an opportunity to finally see the interior amid all the changes and still revel in nostalgia - such as the grand staircase into the circular-domed Salle-a-Manger Chambord (Windward Dining Room on the SS Norway).
Seeing the pictures of the Phoenix World City was a glimpse into the future of the cruise industry - knowing the Phoenix foreshadowed the megaships of today. Would a shipbuilder really build hotel towers on top of a super-sized hull? Well...
Knut Kloster was at the heart of these and other innovations at Norwegian. He helped bring cruises to the masses, and we still reap the benefits of his efforts today. Thank you, Mr. Kloster.
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