In a statement issued to FLORIDA TODAY, Andy Stuart, Norwegian Cruise Line's president and chief operating officer, said: "While we are eagerly awaiting her first call this fall, we are thrilled by the excitement and extremely warm reception we've received for Norwegian Epic returning to Port Canaveral for a second season in 2017. We see a great opportunity to have this nearly new vessel home-port in Port Canaveral, and a second season is a natural fit for us."