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AIDAnova will be the first ship of the next AIDA generation from Papenburg

As of December2018, the 13th cruise ship of the AIDA fleet can be booked from 1June, 2017 / From December 2018 onwards, in its premiere season, the ship willbe traveling the Canary Islands

On 31May, 2017, at 6:00 pm, one of the best-kept secrets of the Meyer shipyard inPapenburg was lifted: a spectacular graffiti surprise revealed the name of thefirst ship of the first generation that can run on LNG (liquefied natural gas)with nearly zero emissions. This name, AIDAnova, is now displayed on agraffiti banner in the construction halls where the ship is being built.

Its public unveiling took placewithin the scope of a Prime Time show aboard AIDAperla, which was broadcast onFacebook and on all AIDA ships worldwide.

In its first season, AIDAnovawill be traveling Madeira and the Canary Islands for seven-day cruises fromDecember 2018. Five islands in seven nights – for asummertime feeling in the middle of winter: guests on our cruise from/to GranCanaria or Tenerife get to experience the fascinating destinations of Madeira,Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. Thanks to pleasant temperatures all year round,the varied scenery and short flight times, the Canary Islands are the perfect vacationdestination. They are one of the most popular destinations for guests from theGerman-speaking region, particularly in the winter months. Under the headlineof "My perfect vacation," the first cruises of the 13thmemberof the AIDA fleet can be booked from June 1, 2017, 10:00 am.

At www.aida.de/genaumeinurlaub,we present first impressions of AIDAnova, excitingvideos, 360° photos of our new range of cabins and information about the nextimportant milestones in the construction process. The keel laying of the newship will take place in September 2017, at the Meyer shipyard in Papenburg. Itsundocking is scheduled for August 2018.

Thenew generation of AIDA ships combines innovative design with state-of-the-arttechnology to provide even greater onboard comfort. Successful services of theexisting fleet have been improved and advanced. The themed experiences of theAIDAprime generation – such as the Theatrium, brewery, beach club and FourElements – and completely new options offer limitless leisure on the open sea.

Themany highlights aboard the new cruise ship include 21 different stateroomtypes, ranging from a penthouse suite and spacious family and patio cabins tocomfortable single options with a balcony. Our various suite categories offerup to 53 square meters of living space, an airy sun terrace, a separate bedroom,a walk-in wardrobe and space for up to five occupants. We have also introducedjunior suites with a beautiful winter garden.

Other highlights at a glance:

  • The new restaurantconcept with 17 restaurants (5 specialty restaurants, 6 à la carte restaurants,5 buffet restaurants, one snack bar) and 23 bars offers a variety of culinarytrends from all over the world.

  • The world-class entertainment program of AIDAcruises is being enhanced with new concepts that will involve our guests to aneven greater extent. The surprising, exceptional entertainment formats exclusivelyproduced by and for AIDA will captivate them.

  • AIDAnova offers luxurious wellness over 3,545square meters across two decks. The new Body & Soul Spa features fivedifferent saunas with an ocean view, a sun terrace with three Jacuzzis, afireplace room, a tepidarium and two private wellness suites. Guests also haveaccess to more than 80 relaxation, beauty and skincare treatments, and withmore than 30 free exercise courses per week, the onboard gym leaves no wishunfulfilled. New: the Body & Soul Sport area is being expanded to includean open-air gym. Guests can train on state-of-the-art equipment while enjoyingthe fantastic ocean view and the fresh ocean air.

  • Our little guests can also look forward to atreat: three extra-long water slides, a ropes course, water playground and minigolf courses offer endless fun. The Mini Club on deck 16 takes care of toddlersfrom the age of six months; three- to eleven-year-olds are looked after in theKids Club, and kids from the age of 12 get to hang out in the cool Wave Club.For the excursions ashore, AIDA organizes family-friendly tours and even tripsfor teenagers.

  • Strolling on theocean: On the Lanai deck, guests can stroll almost all the way around theentire ship. On the way, they can stop off at restaurants and bars as well asat the Lanai Bar in the stern.

    AllAIDAnova cruises can be booked from June 1, 2017, at travel agencies, the AIDACustomer Center at +49 (0)381/202 707 07 or at www.aida.de. More information andvideos are available at aida.de/genaumeinurlaub

    Rostock, May 31, 2017

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