World’s First Hybrid Roller Coaster and Water Slide Revealed By Norwegian Cruise Line

NCL has revealed its Aqua Slidecoaster, which combines the thrill of a roller coaster with the fun of a water slide at sea.

This unique ride can be found on the cruise ship Norwegian Joy and is one of the most anticipated innovations in the cruise industry.

This ride is the main attraction of the Norwegian Joy, and is designed to offer a unique experience to guests of all age groups, making it one of the most popular attractions among families and even couples, looking for an adventurous vacation at sea.

Norwegian Cruise Line has always been a game changer and introduced many fun activities and attractions like Broadway-style shows, water parks, zip lines and race courses on its ships, showing guests a thrilling way of enjoying a cruise ship vacation.

Norwegian Joy is a breakaway plus-class cruise ship, built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany and delivered in 2017.

She is 333.46 m long, 41.4 m wide and 66 m high. It has 20 decks and a speed of 25 knots, with a capacity for 3883 passengers and 1821 crew members.

The Aqua Slidecoaster is the latest addition to the ship and it spans mandy decks, with twists, turns and drops. The experience is designed for maximum impact, with special water jets and smooth tracks to provide high speeds and a fun and safe ride.

The ship also has a virtual reality centre, a multi-level go-kart track and several dining options.

References: USA Today, Travel and Tour World

Source: Maritime Shipping News