NCL cruise tips & tricks to know before your cruise!

are you ready to take a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing but want to know the best Secrets you've come to the right place we have 35 tips for you to best maximize your cruise experience while on board let's get started [Music] number one we highly recommend downloading the Norwegian Cruise Line app a few weeks ahead of a crew sailing the Norwegian app is full of helpful information for cruise voyages including deck plans lists of restaurants on board entertainment and more additionally once on board guests will be able to access a digital version of the freestyle daily the onboard ship itinerary and schedule number two once a guest books with Norwegian they will be encouraged to go through the online check-in process for their sailing about 21 days before the cruise embarks guests can locate the online check-in portal in the Norwegian app the online check-in helps assure that the physical check-in at the cruise port will be a quick and easy process number three read through the Excursion list Norwegian offers an extensive list of excursions at each Port of Call all of these Excursion options can be viewed in the Norwegian app we recommend browsing the excursions well ahead of time this will help guests plan their vacations as well as reserve a spot on a popular Excursion number four arrive at the port on time during the online check-in through the Norwegian app guests will select a boarding time for their embarkation day arriving on time to the selected boarding time will help ensure guests are able to board their Norwegian ship quickly and efficiently number five check the box office some of the theater shows on board Norwegian ships will require that guests Reserve spots ahead of the showings the box office is a deck located right outside or near the main theater on board Norwegian ships at the box office The Helpful crew members were able to reserve times for the complimentary theater shows on Board number six research your ports of call Norwegian offers excursions at nearly every Port of Call and while these shore excursions are often fun and offer a great option for passengers some guests may wish to explore on their own when it comes to exploring on your own we recommend researching all ports of call ahead of a cruise sailing exploring on your own can also be the most affordable option at as it is no additional cost to get off the ship and walk around a destination number seven make a must-see list Norwegian ships have a lot to do and see on board because these ships have so much to offer its passengers we recommend browsing the Norwegian Cruise Line website ahead of a sailing and familiarize yourself with what your ship offers knowing what is on board will help guests prioritize experiences and help guests to feel that they saw everything they wanted to see on board during their Cruise number eight onboard experiences tend to be less busy or crowded during Port visits this happens because passengers tend to be more tired after port visits and more likely to relax in their rooms or find a comfortable lounge chair than participate in onboard activities if you're looking for a good day to visit popular onboard spots we recommend Port days number nine main dining rooms each of the main dining rooms on board the Norwegian getaways serve to the same food each night at all three of their main dining rooms we recommend trying out each main dining room to experience the different decor and atmosphere number 10 try specialty dining each Norwegian ship offers a plethora of specialty dining choices all of them totally unique these venues feature excellent Cuisine with unique flavors alongside beautiful and engaging atmospheres all specialty dining locations are an additional cost on top of the normal Cruise fare and it's highly recommended that guests make reservations at these dining locations ahead of time as these venues are often smaller and have less availability number 11. budget for extra experiences some experiences on board are an additional cost like access to the thermal spa and the adults-only areas we recommend deciding which if any of these extra experiences you would like to participate in ahead of time and factor that into your cruise budget sending aside some additional funds for on-board expenses is always a good idea when planning for a cruise sailing number 12 Great Stirrup k Great Stirrup K is norwegian's private island in the Bahamas and is a popular stop on Norwegian Caribbean itineraries if your ship is docking at this beautiful resort-like island we recommend disembarking the ship early to make the most of your day ashore because Great Stirrup K is owned by the cruise line many of the amenities on Shore are complementary to Norwegian guests 13. Norwegian staterooms are equipped with more European device charging Outlets than U.S Outlets this is important for guests wishing to charge their phones cameras and devices for their trip the adapter type is commonly known as type c European charging adapters can be found at commonly used websites and retailers number 14. as with any trip checking what the weather will be is an important part of packing we recommend checking the weather before a crew sailing to see what the temperature will be at the various Port destinations no matter the destination whether it be the Caribbean or Alaska we recommend packing a swimsuit in order to enjoy the water slides and pools on Board number 15 budget for drinks alcoholic drinks range from 10 to 25 on board and this price can add up to be rather expensive after several drinks deciding how many drinks per day you might wish to enjoy will help keep a budget number 16 pack your own sunscreen and aloe for guests traveling to warmer tropical local locations with Norwegian Cruise Line we highly recommend packing and bringing from home your own sunscreen and aloe these products can often be very expensive to purchase on board the ship or at a port number 17 Walk The Waterfront many Norwegian ships feature an area on board called The Waterfront or Ocean Boulevard these areas consist of a walk around deck space for guests to stroll and enjoy the beautiful ocean views number 18 take the time to explore Norwegian ships offer a world of experiences entertainment lounges relaxation and dining options for guests there's so much to explore and taking the time to check out everything on board will help ensure that come disembarkation day guests feel that they made the most of their Cruise vacation number 19 bring your own beach towel Norwegian does offer free towel rentals to guests on board however in our experience it may be easier and more convenient to bring your own towel when renting a towel from the ship guests will sign in using their key card and room number towels must be returned to the pool deck by the end of the cruise or guests will be charged 25 Number 20 pack the night before disembarkation Norwegian cruise line does a good job of making December occasion on the last day a seamless and easy process however disembarkation morning can feel rather rushed guests are allowed to enjoy breakfast at the buffet on board but are strongly encouraged to disembark the ship as soon as possible in order to enjoy our relaxing and stress-free morning and breakfast we recommend packing all of your luggage the night before a disemparkation number 21 are you craving a late night snack on board with Norwegian that is not a problem Norwegian ships host multiple types of options for guests looking to indulge in some late night snacking room service is always a great option and is available 24 hours a day on some ships the only cost for room service is a small delivery fee of ten dollars per order the main Buffet usually hosts some late night bites from around 10 o'clock to midnight additionally some Norwegian ships have complementary dining locations open 24 hours number 22 arrive to theater shows early attending the theater entertainment shows on board Norwegian ships is complementary to all guests because these ships are often quite popular they tend to fill up quickly we recommend arriving to the theater about 20 minutes before the start of a show in order to find a good seat arriving early also means that guests can grab a drink at the feeder bar to enjoy during the show before finding their seat number 23 Norwegian Cruise Line offers complimentary Child Care on board for its younger passengers these kids clubs offer parents the opportunity to enjoy an afternoon or evening exploring the ship while their children have fun with other passengers their age number 24. Norwegian Cruise Lines have decided to relax their covid-19 policies Norwegian stated with the the relaxation of travel requirements around the world we're thrilled to welcome all guests back on our ships to cruise freely to the places they've been dreaming of regardless of vaccination status and with no testing requirements number 25 arrive to the cruise port the day before staying the night in a hotel at the embarkation Port the night before a cruise sailing begins helps ensure that there is a minimal stress on embarkation day number 26 carry the freestyle daily with you Norwegian cruise line does an excellent job of publishing and distributing their daily itinerary to All Guest staterooms this daily itinerary is called the freestyle daily and it details important information such as daily ship activities times for entertainment and dining sunrise and sunset times and much more number 27 pack a reusable water bottle water is of course served at every meal but if you're someone who would like water throughout the day and out and about while on Shore we recommend packing your own reusable water bottle number 28 bring your own toiletries Norwegian supplies every stateroom bathroom with shampoo and conditioner however guests may require specific toiletries that are not offered on board if you are someone who is partial to specific toiletry products we recommend bringing your own number 29 the main Buffet on board most Norwegian ships does provide complementary coffee tea and juice to all guests this is a great feature and means that guests have access to these types of beverages daily throughout their Cruise sailing number 30 unpack because there's plenty of room on our last Norwegian Cruise Line sailing we stayed in the standard interior stateroom we were pleasantly surprised just how spacious this budget room was the beds had plenty of space underneath to store luggage and the closets have plenty of room and hangers for clothing unpacking can make you feel even more at home in your stateroom number 31 spend time researching itineraries Norwegian Cruise Cruise Line has a variety of itineraries and their ships sailed to nearly every corner of the world many of norwegian's ships offer similar amenities and experiences but sometimes the crew's itinerary can really set a cruise vacation apart unless you want to sail on one of norwegian's newest ships we recommend choosing and booking a cruise vacation based on the itinerary number 32 Norwegian does offer Wi-Fi on board for an additional charge Wi-Fi can be rather expensive on board cruise ships and guests may decide to disconnect and instead save that money for on-board experiences guests can be assured that they will not be bored or find themselves reaching for your phone other than to take pictures while on board with Norwegian for guests who wish to spend some time relaxing and lounging while on board we recommend bringing items such as a book or magazine and spending your vacation disconnected from Wi-Fi number 33 there is no dress code with Norwegian however guests may want to bring an assortment of clothing options there's so many different types of activities on board and onshore during Port visits that guests may find themselves changing throughout the day guests will not need to bring items such as a suit or gown but items such as nicer dress pants or a sundress may be a better option number 34 bring your key card everywhere stateroom key cards will quickly become your best friend on board these cards are used for much more than just accessing your stateroom key cards are used to charge on board expenses to your account checking in and out when getting on and off the ship during Port visits and checking in for dining reservations because these key cards are so important we recommend everyone in your travel party carry their stateroom key card with them everywhere you go while on Board number 35 plan activities to make memories Norwegian Cruise Line vessels are designed for the whole family there are features amenities and activities for passengers of every age in order to plan a memorable family vacation we recommend choosing activities that will inspire lasting memories for example participate in the ropes course attend a theater entertainment show Reserve spots on a fun Shore Excursion or dine at a specialty dining location on board crew sailings are all about making memories with the ones you love we hope these tips and tricks are helpful to those considering sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line don't forget to like And subscribe to our Channel if you want to learn more about all things cruising see you next time

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Published: Fri Feb 03 2023