Norwegian Cruise Line

Gourmet cuisine and superb service can be enjoyed across NCL's many dining venues where the choice is endless, with menus offering international cuisine including French, Italian, pan-Asian, American, Brazilian, Japanese and more. From sophisticated dinners to light bites, grilled plates or on-the-go choices, there is something to suit everyone’s taste.

Norwegian Cruise Line prides itself on offering flexibility with no fixed dining times so you can eat where you want, when you want and with who you want. You can expect:

• An incredible choice of flexible dining venues with up to 21 options on each ship
• Formal, informal and casual dining options
• No fixed dining times or pre-assigned seating
• 24 hour room service, offering a great choice of in-room dining (available at an additional cost)

As the pioneer of freestyle cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line continues to offer one of the best selections of dining choices at sea. Whatever your mood or fancy there is something available for you. Find a great balance of formal, informal and casual dress codes depending on the day or evening. Whether it’s breaking out your dickie bow or favourite cocktail dress for an evening of elegance, or you want to relax in comfy clothes after a full day of activities, the choice is yours.

The Garden Café

The Garden Café is the popular casual dining venue onboard most of Norwegian Cruise Line's ships (onboard Norwegian Spirit this restaurant is called Raffles Court, onboard Norwegian Star it is called the Market Café and onboard the Pride of America the restaurant is called the Aloha Café). The restaurant offers a laid back atmosphere, indoor and outdoor dining and a fantastic selection of freshly prepared food including pasta dishes, omelettes, salads and more. You will also find 24 hour casual dining onboard all of NCL's ships.

Main Dining Rooms

Norwegian Cruise Line offers two main dining rooms, offering the traditional three course gourmet cuisine that you would expect on a cruise. Whether heading there for a table service breakfast, a long lunch or a sumptuous evening meal, the elegant surroundings, great service and superb cuisine has meant that the dining rooms have remained a favourite, even with all the choice onboard!

Speciality Dining

NCL offers a selection of specialty restaurants aboard their ships, which can be enjoyed for a small additional service charge or a la carte. These venues offer more choice, intimate surroundings, and something a little different during the duration of your cruise. Moderno Churrascaria is a Brazilian-style grill, offering a superb variety of meat carved right by your table. The Steakhouse is a fantastic spot if you’re looking for the finest cuts of beef and seafood, and there’s also Italian, French, Asian, and Teppanyaki restaurants to choose from. Before you book, check to see which of these great venues are available onboard your ship.

Debuting and exclusive to Norwegian Aqua, for now, you can enjoy NCL’s first Thai specialty restaurant, Sukhothai, alongside the Swirl Wine Bar, an intimate lounge where rare and vintage wines are served by the glass. Planterie, is also debuting on Norwegian Aqua, a fully plant-based eatery – and an important step for Norwegian Cruise Line in becoming one of the best cruise lines for vegans out there.

Alternatively, if you opt for NCL’s Free at Sea option, you can access specialty restaurants as part of the your upgrade. The number of meals included is determined by the length of your cruise and dependent on the stateroom you choose.

Themed Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line offers an exciting collection of specialist cruises, on which passengers can not only enjoy meals and wine with well-known figures from the wine industry, but they can also attend presentations and talks held by experts. Popular among those seeking to enhance their knowledge of wine, this is the perfect opportunity to have your questions answered and to taste or purchase select bottles. You can also experience concerts onboard with music cruises and more!

Find award winning entertainment across Norwegian Cruise Line’s innovative fleet that will keep guests of all ages amused. From phenomenal shows to casual bars or livelier nights of dancing, every guest will be sure to remember their evenings onboard the ship.

• Live music- enjoy all genres of music from rock to sing-along piano performances and long-running tribute acts.
• Broadway Shows- make the most of award-winning shows even when you’re at sea, such as Burn The Floor.
• Parties- themed events, sailaway deck parties and nights of dancing are guaranteed on your NCL cruise.
• Comedy- for those who like stand-up shows, Headliners Comedy Club on Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Escape is the place to go.
• Bars- with up to 21 bars and lounges to choose from on each ship, you won’t have to go to the same place twice (unless you want to!). Whether you want to sip your cocktail as you admire the sunset, sample some of the finest beers and whiskeys at sea or get your dancing shoes on, there’s a venue that’s exactly what you’re looking for.

A Norwegian Cruise Line cruise really is the perfect family holiday where you can spend quality time together, as well as some peaceful moments apart.

Norwegian Cruise Line's Kids clubs

• Guppies- for those cruise passengers aged between 6 months and three years old, Norwegian Cruise Line's Guppies programme provides the perfect way for children to bond and learn new skills. Guppies provides quality time for parents and children as parents are required at all times. The programme offers up to two hours per day of child care where little ones can enjoy nursery rhymes, sensory play and much more. Norwegian Escape offers a drop-off Guppies nursery service for a fee.
• Splash Academy- divided into Turtles for 3-5 years, Seals for 6-9 years and Dolphins for 10-12 years, NCL Splash Academy offers everything from arts and crafts to pyjama parties, theme nights, sports games, challenges and storytelling. This programme is active, energetic, educational and, most importantly, fun. Children involved in any of the child care programmes will be under the constant supervision of carefully chosen, qualified staff. Each member of the childcare team attends a special training course on safety, communication skills and confidence-building.
• Entourage- Teens aged 13-17 can enjoy their own private hang out area which switches from a relaxing lounge in the day to a club at night, there is plenty to keep them occupied. With so many activities, including video game tournaments, movie nights, pool parties and workshops, fun is guaranteed.

The Kids’ Clubs are open from 9am until 10:30pm on Sea Days, from 8pm until 10pm on embarkation day and on port days from departure until 10:30pm. Though the kids clubs are free to join, the group babysitting for children 3 - 12 years is fee based, with more information available onboard. This offering varies by ship and subject to change.

Each child's name, stateroom number, allergies, medications and lifeboat station numbers are written on the back of a Kid's Crew ID bracelets. Teenagers are free to come and go as they please, while children 12 years and younger are not allowed to leave the program unless picked up by a parent.

Norwegian Cruise Line Activities

No other cruise line does family holidays like NCL. There are endless things to see and do whilst cruising with Norwegian Cruise Line's colourful and fun packed fleet. Find race tracks, virtual reality immersive experiences, aqua parks, rope courses, climbing walls, sports courts, bowling alleys and lots more - and that’s just onboard, as the fun and adventure continues onshore with exciting port calls and shore excursions.

If you want to use the cruise holiday to really bring everyone together, other family activities include family games and fun with the onboard entertainment team.

Norwegian Cruise Line Accommodation

The whole family can have happy dreams onboard with Norwegian Cruise Line as there is a range of flexible and adaptable accommodation on offer. Choose from family cabins, connecting cabin doors or even luxurious suites in The Haven by Norwegian®. Some family cabins are even specifically located near the kids’ areas to make life onboard that little bit easier.

Norwegian Cruise Line sails to a variety of international destinations, offering no-fly and fly cruise options. Whether you opt to venture to the beautiful state of Alaska, that’s known for its glistening glaciers and extraordinary wildlife, to Greece for its historic and picturesque streets or the tranquil and tropical islands of the Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line has the perfect getaway for you. With award-winning ships that boast unique amenities and features, such as floor-to-ceiling windows that are perfect for sightseeing, you can travel to these breathtaking destinations amongst others in style.

If you’re planning on opting for a no-fly cruise, NCL sails from Portsmouth and Southampton, to destinations such as the awe-inspiring Norwegian Fjords, Europe and Iceland. Or if you’re looking for a fly cruise, you can start your getaway with a flight from a range of UK airports, including Gatwick, Glasgow and Belfast. Not only does Norwegian Cruise Line offer cruises that start in the Mediterranean, Greece and the USA, but as many of the ships are based in the USA, you could sail to the Pacific Coast, Mexico, South America and the Panama Canal. Read our blog - Top Things to do in Iceland to find out more about what you can do whilst exploring Iceland on a Norwegian Cruise Line getaway.

Alternatively, you can explore our blogs on why you should choose NCL The Haven for your next cruise adventure, or the top must-visit cruise line private islands, to find out more about the exclusive onboard retreat and Norwegian Cruise Line’s incredible Caribbean holiday hotspot – the latter receiving a whole host of improvements and new features through summer 2026.

Ahead of the New Year, Great Stirrup Cay – Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island destination – will see a two-ship pier introduced alongside the Great Life Lagoon heated pool area and Splash Harbor, an aquatic play park for kids. Then, through to summer 2026, this incredible holiday hotspot will see the adults-only Vibe Shore Club opened alongside Horizon Park – a sports area with lawn games, a half-court, and more – and the Great Tides Waterpark – which boasts 19 waterslides among its many water-based attractions.

Introducing a whole host of new attractions, hang-out spots, bars to grab refreshments at, and places to make lasting memories, Great Stirrup Cay is going to be one port of call you won’t want to miss out on when you book a Caribbean cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line in the future.

Norwegian Cruise Line is at the forefront of bringing some of the most exciting and innovative activities to guests on the high seas. Thanks to this forward-thinking cruise line, you can enjoy some of the most unique cruise ship experiences, no matter where in the world you are. Whether you’re suspended above the Caribbean Sea on a high-ropes course or racing around the go-kart track as you sail across the Mediterranean, there’s nothing more memorable than a journey on one of the incredible ships in this fleet. Other activities for thrill seekers range from the exhilarating slides at the onboard waterpark to the stunning views from the top of the climbing wall, sports complex and state-of-the-art fitness centre.

However, not everything has to be about getting your adrenaline pumping as there is plenty to suit those looking to slow the pace down a little. Choose to relax by the pool, get pampered at the Mandara Spa or enjoy a leisurely game of mini-golf if you like a bit of competition.

No matter what you choose to do, one thing’s for sure- you’ll create memories you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Norwegian Cruise Line Suites

Offering suites with space for 2 to 8 people, The Haven makes sure that no matter what size your group, you'll be able to sit back, relax and enjoy the luxury of a spacious room throughout your cruise. What's more, with a dedicated butler and special touches including priority boarding and 24-hour room service, you'll feel like a VIP from the moment your cruise begins.

• Deluxe Owner's Suite- offering one or two balconies depending on the ship, you'll have more than enough space for five guests to dine, sleep and relax as you soak up the sweeping ocean views. For even more space, choose a Deluxe Owner's Suite which sleeps up to six guests.
• Penthouse Suite- featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a balcony and stylish indoors areas for sleeping, dining and winding down, make the most of your time at sea with a Penthouse Suite, sleeping up to six.
• Family Suite- sleeping up to six guests, all the family can enjoy spending time together in these dedicated suites, or choose a 2-bedroom suite so everyone can have their own space.
• Garden Villa- designed to accommodate up to eight guests, you'll forget you're at sea in this spacious villa complete with private terrace, stylish and contemporary décor and three separate bedrooms.

You’ll also be pleased to know that Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the top cruise lines for solo cruises too, with a sensational selection of sophisticated cabins for singles and a dedicated Studio Lounge for solo travellers. Throw in a selection of specially-organised events for socialising and you’re looking at an unforgettable cruise – whether you’re travelling alone or otherwise.

Free at Sea

If you’re looking for ways to enhance your onboard experience, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Free at Sea is perfect. An upgrade that introduces a variety of benefits, the price of Free at Sea is based on the duration of your cruise, the Free at Sea upgrade option features the following:

• Premium beverages
• Complimentary specialty dining (up to four meals, depending on the duration of your cruise)
• Excursion credits ($50 per stateroom, per excursion)
• Wi-Fi internet access, powered by Starlink (150 minutes, one device per person)

With Free at Sea, on select sailings, 3rd and 4th guests only pay the cost of taxes when sharing a stateroom with guests 1 and 2.

NCL Give Back

Norwegian Cruise Line are continuously striving for a more sustainable future in cruising. Through their extraordinary global sustainability programme, Sail & Sustain, they aim at preserving the natural beauty of the world along with driving a positive impact on society.

Alongside Sail & Sustain, Norwegian Cruise Line’s ESG (environmental, social and governance) strategy has five key pillars, including empowering and strengthening local communities, sailing safety, reducing the impact that they have on the environment and ensuring that they operate with accountability and integrity at all times.

NCL's Latitudes Rewards Programme

After you’ve enjoyed your first cruise with NCL, you will be automatically enrolled in the Latitudes Rewards Programme. With this programme, you’ll be able to access a wide range of incredible rewards, from members-only offers to extraordinary onboard experiences and other tempting savings. Another bonus is that the more you cruise with NCL, the more rewards you’ll receive. Find out more about this loyalty club on our blog - A Quick Guide to Norwegian Cruise Line's Latitudes Rewards Programme.

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