David Herrera

President of NCL, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings

Search every verified David Herrera interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. David Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line, has been active in promoting the company's initiatives and sharing his personal background in interviews and public appearances. In a February 2026 interview, he discussed his family's immigration from Cuba, his father's early work washing dishes and later operating a lunch truck, and his own military service in the U.S. Army National Guard. He also spoke about his career path, including time as an investment banker, and reflected on the personal costs of business decisions, citing an example from his time establishing the brand in China. Herrera has also highlighted NCL's military appreciation program, which he described as created by veterans for veterans and including a fully combinable 10% discount, onboard amenities, and recognition ceremonies. He has discussed plans for the company's private island, Great Stirrup Cay, including construction of a state-of-the-art pier, a welcome center, and a large swimming pool, framing these enhancements as responses to guest feedback seeking authentic experiences. He has also spoken about the company's focus on analytics and guest feedback in ship design, citing adjustments made to the Norwegian Viva based on passenger input, and has noted the industry's recovery from COVID, with occupancy and pricing returning to pre-pandemic levels.