We love cruising as we find it is a great value, but what is covered in the fare varies from cruise line to cruise line. As frequent cruisers on Norwegian Cruise Line ships, we have sailed on numerous vessels and know exactly what is complimentary and what is not included. To help those first-time cruisers, we have put together our latest video of What is Included on Norwegian Cruise Line AND what will cost you extra.
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Your Norwegian Cruise Line cruise fare includes your accommodations for the duration of the cruise. A stateroom attendant will make up your room twice daily. Your Norwegian Cruise Line cruise also includes meals throughout the day at several restaurants.
All ships will have the Garden Café, which is open most of the day serving a buffet of hot and cold items. Most ships have a 24 hour pub which is complimentary as well. There is also the main dining room that has nightly dinner with a rotational menu and is often open for breakfast, as well as some days for lunch, for no additional fee.
There is plenty of entertainment and onboard activities that are part of the cruise fare on Norwegian Cruise Line ships. Activities such as dance classes, trivia, pool side games and contests, and other talks and seminars are free during your cruise.
Most evenings in the main theater, there will be entertainment which will not cost you a dime. Headliner acts, signature shows such as Broadway hits like Jersey Boys or Kinky Boots, and other productions are all included in the cost of your cruise. For some of these shows, you do need to make reservations.
While there is certainly plenty of included amenities and activities, not everything on the ship is included during your voyage. On Norwegian Cruise Line ships, alcoholic beverages, bottled water, and specialty coffees are not included. There are drink packages to purchase so these beverages can be part of your vacation. Many ships also have up-charge entertainment, like Cirque Dreams, as well as specialty classes and demonstrations that are extra.
Norwegian Cruise Line also has several specialty restaurants that have an additional charge. Popular venues like Ocean Blue, Cagney’s Steakhouse, and Le Bistro serve dinner nightly. If you choose to dine here, you can pay a la carte or purchase a specialty dining package to have the entire meal covered.
Other additions on Norwegian Cruise Line ships include daily gratuities, as well as any onboard shopping or gaming in the casino.
