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Timing is key
Norwegian offer deals on their cabins and they're usually the most generous between January and March. The best prices will be for departures at the beginning of the season in your chosen destination. In most areas, including the Caribbean and Alaska, Spring is the optimum time for cheaper fares.
Which ship?
Norwegian have a vast array of ships. New, old, large and mid-size, Norwegian have them all. The older ships still have many of the features expected of a Norwegian vessel, but are often much cheaper. This doesn't just relate to the cabin fee, other added extras, such as drinks packages, will also cost you less than those onboard their newest members of the fleet.
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Keep it loyal
The Latitudes reward programme benefits those cruisers who regularly sail with Norwegian. You automatically become a member after your first trip and add points from then on, climbing through the programme as you go. Rewards from the beginning include a percentage off your drinks packages and purchases in the onboard shops. With more points, you then unlock a number of extra rewards such as priority boarding/disembarkation, gifts waiting in your room and special onboard events.
Special discounts
For those in the military or over 55, there's a crucial box to tick in the booking process for a substantial discount.
A cabin for every type of traveller
Norwegian have a huge array of cabins, with the biggest being fifty times larger than the smallest, so there's something to suit every budget. The choice varies between the ships, but most include a Haven deck, which acts like a private members club at sea. Cruisers who pay for these rooms never have to leave the floor if they so choose. Here, you'll find some of the most stunning cabins found at sea as well as a range of facilities like a dedicated restaurant and pool. Of course these rooms also come with the extras you'd expect from top-class accommodation. On the other end of the spectrum, Norwegian are market leaders for solo travellers. Norwegian’s new ships have more than one hundred solo cabins, all gathered around an exclusive studio lounge, where like minded travellers can socialise as they please.
Free at sea
The ‘Free at Sea’ deal will work out favourably for those who wish to indulge in everything the ship has to offer. This fare includes your cabin of choice, drinks package, WiFi, speciality dining and excursions. The only significant extra not included is gratuities. This deal is more expensive than the ‘Sailaway’ option (just the cabin fare), but cheaper than buying all the components separately. You can also remove some elements that are not relevant to your party to lower the cost.
Oh what a night!
Norwegian are well known for their entertainment offerings, which are the closest to Broadway that you'll find at sea. Pair that with comedy clubs and piano bars and there's a night out for everyone to enjoy. The best part is they're all included in your fare, just book using your MyNCL account.
Exciting excursions
Norwegian offer a wide range of excursions at each port. These are an added extra (unless you have a Free at Sea fare) but do save the hassle of doing your own research and sorting your own timings if planning isn't your strong point. You can book these using the MyNCL account before the cruise begins and they're refundable up to 48 hours before you reach the relevant port.
Budget for the activities
Norwegian offer a fantastic array of activities onboard from bowling to swimming and casinos. Some ships also have a Galaxy Pavilion, a virtual reality space that's unique in the cruising world. Here you can find simulators, rides and escape rooms. All these activities do come at a cost and the prices are quite high in comparison to other cruise lines, but with the options so tempting, we recommend including some in your budgeting.
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