Norwegian Cruise Line review

Norwegian Cruise Line ranks fourth because its Free at Sea package bundles the extras most cruisers add anyway. Norwegian's package page lists unlimited premium spirits, cocktails, wines, draught beer, juice and soft drinks, 3 specialty dining experiences on a 7-day cruise, high-speed Wi-Fi powered by Starlink and a $50 shore excursion discount at every port. Its Bahamas island, Great Stirrup Cay, now has the Great Tides Waterpark, and Norwegian Luna, the newest ship in the Caribbean, carries the Aqua Slidecoaster. A Kids Sail Free offer was running in November 2026. We could not confirm a USD starting fare because Norwegian's site served European pricing to our location, so check the price on ncl.com before comparing. Travelers who drink little may pay for more package than they use, but for groups who want one predictable bill it is a strong option.

Who it is for

travelers who want drinks, dining and Wi-Fi bundled into one booking

Price

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Key features

• Free at Sea package with unlimited premium spirits, cocktails, wines and draught beer
• 3 specialty dining package experiences on a 7-day cruise, more on longer sailings
• High-speed Wi-Fi powered by Starlink in the package
• $50 shore excursion discount at every port
• Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay, its private island in the Bahamas

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: One package covers drinks, specialty dining, Wi-Fi and excursion discounts
• Strength: Kids Sail Free promotion for families
• Strength: Norwegian Luna, its newest Caribbean ship, adds the Aqua Slidecoaster
• Weakness: USD fares could not be checked from our location, so the price is pending
• Weakness: Package taxes and service charges can apply on top of the fare
• Weakness: Specialty dining is capped at 3 experiences on a 7-day cruise

Key facts

• Bundle: Free at Sea
• Private island: Great Stirrup Cay
• Excursion discount: $50 at every port
• Loyalty program: Latitudes Rewards

Where it ranks

Norwegian Cruise Line is No. 5 in our Best Cruise Lines verdict.