<p>Norwegian Cruise Line announces the launch of its "Epic Moments" video contest (www.ncl.com/myepicmoment), where cruisers create short YouTube videos of their vacation on board the line's newest and most innovative ship Norwegian Epic for a chance to win a Caribbean cruise for two in a balcony stateroom on board the ship.<br /><br /><br />Cruisers can enter by uploading their vacation videos to YouTube as a video response to the contest overview video by Julie Valeriote, Norwegian Epic's entertainment director. Every two weeks for the next nine weeks, Norwegian will choose which video is the Epic Moment Semi-Finalist for that period. In mid-February, the 10 semi-finalists will be featured on Norwegian's YouTube channel and www.ncl.com and the public will have a chance to vote for their favorite Epic Moment. The video with the most number of thumbs-up on YouTube will win a seven-day Caribbean cruise for two in a balcony stateroom on Norwegian Epic.<br /><br /><br />"Freestyle Cruising gives our guests incredible freedom and flexibility on board our ships to enjoy their cruise vacation on their own terms," said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line chief executive officer. "Our newest ship, Norwegian Epic, takes Freestyle Cruising to the next level giving countless opportunities for couples, families and solo travelers alike to indulge in vacation moments of a lifetime. We look forward to seeing them come to life through our Epic Moments video contest."<br /><br /><br />The first of 10 semi-finalist videos will be chosen on or around November 8, 2010 and will follow with nine more semi-finalists being announced every two weeks. To submit an Epic Moment video, head to www.ncl.com/myepicmoment.<br /><br /><br />Norwegian Epic sails alternating seven-day cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean from Miami, Florida from July 2010 through April 2011. Eastern Caribbean ports of call include Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands and Nassau, Bahamas. Western Caribbean ports of call include Costa Maya, Mexico; Roat&aacute;n, Bay Islands, Honduras; and Cozumel, Mexico.<br /><br /><br />To book a cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line call Norwegian at 866-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784), visit www.ncl.com, or contact a travel professional.<br /><br />&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong>About Norwegian Cruise Line</strong><br /><br /><br />Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 44-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which has revolutionized the industry by allowing guests more freedom and flexibility.<br /><br /><br />Today, Norwegian has 11 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea.<br /><br /><br />Norwegian's largest and most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship, Norwegian Epic, debuted in June 2010. Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise line of Blue Man Group, debuting for the first time at sea on Norwegian Epic, as well as the official cruise line of Legends in Concert, Second City&reg; Comedy Troupe, Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos, Gibson Guitar, and Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids. Cirque Dreams &amp; Dinner is also featured on board Norwegian Epic as the first show of its kind at sea under a big top.</p>
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