Norwegian Cruise Line

All onboard prices are in US dollars and purchases are charged to your Shipboard account, which can be linked to a credit card. After completing online check-in through My NCL, you'll receive your electronic cruise documents to print. Most ships use North American and European plug sockets, so you'll need a travel adaptor. Norwegian Cruise Line also offers accessible staterooms, welcomes guide dogs, provides medical facilities with a doctor and nurse onboard, and offers laundry services for an additional charge. Repeat guests can join the Latitudes Rewards programme, with benefits still available when booking through Destination2Cruise.

Norwegian Cruise Line includes a wide variety of entertainment in your fare, including theatre productions, live music, comedy, tribute acts and variety shows. The dress code is generally casual, with smart casual attire required in some speciality restaurants. NCL also hosts a "Dress-Up or Not Night", giving guests the option to dress formally without it being compulsory. Gratuities are charged daily per person and can be prepaid or settled at the end of your cruise. Wi-Fi is available to purchase through Starlink, and designated smoking areas are provided while smoking in cabins and balconies is prohibited.

NCL caters for a wide range of dietary requirements, offering gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher and low-calorie options when requested in advance. Guests may bring wine or champagne onboard, although corkage fees usually apply unless covered by a beverage package. Drinking ages vary by departure region, with most US sailings requiring guests to be 21. Room service is available 24 hours a day for an additional service charge (waived for Haven & Suite guests), and some ships also feature a 24-hour restaurant serving comfort food.

Yes. Norwegian Cruise Line offers facilities for all ages, including Splash Academy for children aged 3 to 12, Guppies Open Play for toddlers and parents, and Entourage for teenagers aged 13 to 17. Most children's activities, youth clubs, themed events, movies and aqua parks are included in your fare, while a few premium attractions such as laser tag, the Galaxy Pavilion and Speedway go-karts incur an extra charge. Children's menus are available, complimentary dining is offered for under-12s in speciality restaurants, and cots, high chairs and fridges can be provided on request.

No. Norwegian Cruise Line shore excursions are available at an additional cost and can usually be pre-booked through My NCL around six months before departure. Booking early gives you the widest choice of experiences before they become available to purchase onboard.