Norwegian Cruise Line has announced a new partnership with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) and Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Guy Harvey Research Institute to host an ocean conservation-themed cruise on Norwegian Escape this fall.
Departing October 21 from Miami, guests who sail on this cruise will get the opportunity to meet marine artist Guy Harvey and participate in events revolving around ocean conservation and education.
Guests who set sail on Norwegian Escape’s Cruising & Conservation sailing will have the opportunity to meet Guy Harvey and learn more about the GHOF’s efforts to conserve the marine environment, listen in on expert-led discussions about marine conservation and shark tagging and tracking – including the making of a shark documentary – enjoy live painting with Guy Harvey, and more. Each day of events will have a theme, from “Guy Harvey Day” to “Save our Sharks.”
Key events will include:
- Brief History of Guy Harvey – Guy and Jessica Harvey
- Guy Harvey takes guests through a photo tour of his childhood in Jamaica and discusses how a marine biologist became one of the world’s foremost marine wildlife artists. Guy’s daughter Jessica tells tales about growing up on, and under, the water with her explorer father.
- Documenting Guy’s Expeditions – George Schellenger
- GHOF Videographer and Producer George Schellenger talks about life on the water with Guy Harvey, documenting Guy’s research and exploration expeditions. From hooking into 1,000-lb. marlin to fending off angry mako sharks, guests will hear first hand what it’s like to be the guy behind Guy.
- Introduction to Sharks – Mahmood Shivji
- Dr. Mahmood Shivji, a professor and research scientists from NSU’s Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography and the Director of NSU’s Guy Harvey Research Institute gives an introduction to sharks, highlighting the diversity of shark species, their unique biology that has made them successful species for millions of years, and the overfishing issues that are threatening their survival.
During the cruise Norwegian Escape’s casino will host a GHOF slot tournament, where the funds from the buy-in will benefit the foundation’s research and conservation initiatives. All attendees of the Cruising & Conservation sailing will also receive special edition Guy Harvey swag, including an exclusive special issue of the Guy Harvey Magazine.
With Guy Harvey’s marine life artwork on her hull, Norwegian Escape is the largest ship in the Norwegian fleet, cruising each week to the eastern Caribbean. Guests will set sail for tropical ports of call in St. Thomas, USVI; Tortola, BVI; and Nassau, Bahamas. Norwegian Escape has 27 dining options, 21 bars and lounges, and entertainment options including a Ropes Course, Aqua Park and dedicated adults-only and kids-only spaces, including the brand’s first nursery offering supervised care for young cruisers ages six months to two years old. The ship’s entertainment includes the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical After Midnight and 80s movie classic theatrical mash-up For The Record: The Brat Pack.
Space on the exclusive Guy Harvey Cruising & Conservation sailing is limited. Norwegian Escape offers a variety of flexible accommodations including Norwegian’s Studio staterooms designed and priced for solo travelers, family staterooms that accommodate up to four guests, and suites in The Haven, Norwegian’s ship-within-a-ship luxury suite complex with amenities including private butler and concierge service, exclusive restaurant and private pool, courtyard and sundeck.
For more on the Norwegian Escape, check out our photo tour of the ship’s public spaces.
Visit www.ncl.com/guyharvey