Cruise Planners Launches Norwegian Epic Countdown Site

"The Epic will revolutionize the cruise industry, so this is an exciting time for cruise lovers and travel agents to get a glimpse of history in the making," said Cruise Planners/ American Express CEO Michelle Fee. "This microsite is a virtual backstage pass to the rarely seen construction, development and launch of a ship of this magnitude. We're thrilled to have the only site offering a giveaway on the inaugural cruise."

NewNCLShip.com provides access to image galleries with the latest ship renderings and rare shipyard photos. Cruisers can get the latest ship updates on the news blog and track the launch date of the ultramodern Epic on the countdown clock.

In addition, visitors are automatically entered to win a trip for two on Epic's inaugural voyage in July 2010 by registering to receive news updates on NewNCLShip.com. A winner will be selected at random in May 2010. Airfare will not be included.