If you've never heard of Mardi Gras, it's a huge holiday held in New Orleans every year. Centred around music, parades, picnics and more!
Mardi Gras goers are known to wear costumes covered in purple, green and gold, in addition to long beads around their necks caught from the floats of previous parades.
Throughout Mardi Gras you can expect live music, great food, crowds of both locals and visitors enjoying the parades. Note that most local businesses will be closed due to celebrations.
Be sure to catch your own beads and trinkets thrown from the parade floats and take your own piece of Mardi Gras home with you.

Leaving the city behind you for a week of sunshine & clear waters. Your first port of call on this Western Caribbean sailing will be Cozumel, located on the coast of Mexico. Here you will be spoilt for choice, spend the day snorkelling, explore the jungle or immerse yourself in history and visit an ancient Mayan temple. Dive right in to sun, sea and sand when you arrive in Harvest Caye, a resort-style destination in Belize, spend the day cooling off with your favourite drink at a swim-up bar. Finally visiting Costa Maya, experience the lives of the ancient Mayans as you wander ruins or tick the second-largest barrier reef in the world off your bucket list with a snorkel trip.

If you're looking to be whisked away on your dream holiday, then Norwegian Breakaway is ready to do so. There is something onboard for everyone, from their oceanfront promenade, The Waterfront, lined with restaurants, bars and breath-taking views, to dazzling performances. Recently refurbished in 2020 Norwegian Breakaway has modern cabins, an array of dining experiences including three new dedicated seafood restaurants. If you're feeling adventurous you can take on some of the fastest waterslides at sea, or visit the multi-level Sports Complex and walk The Plank, extending 8 feet over the side of the ship!