• CruiseNext Credits are sold on all Norwegian Cruise Line vessels.
  • Currency exchange rates are set at the time of purchase and are locked in for the lifetime of the Credit(s). Credit(s) will be available for use within 3 days after the guest debarks their current cruise.
  • Guests must be 21 years of age or older to charge a CNC to their shipboard account.
  • A maximum of eight (8) CNC may be purchased per person.  
  • CNC are applicable to new reservations only of 3 days or longer – the effective date of the CNC must be the same day or earlier than the effective date of a reservation in order to apply it.
  • Guests are not required to select future ship and sail date when purchasing their CNC.
  • *CruiseNext Credits (CNC) and CruiseNext Haven Credits (CNHC) can only be applied to new future cruise reservations of 3 days or longer.
  • Only one CNC or CNHC can be applied per stateroom.
  • Two Credits (regardless of type) can be applied per stateroom when reservation qualifies for DoubleUp!
  • Non-Refundable Onboard Credit (OBC) awarded for purchasing CNC(s) or CNHC(s) is non-refundable and will be used as a credit to pay for guest's final onboard bill for their current cruise. It will be applied first to guest's CNC(s) or CNHC(s) purchase before being applied to any other fees in guest's onboard account.
  • CruiseNext Credits and CruiseNext Haven Credits purchased on sailings embarking on or after January 11, 2024 are issued by Goodwill Credit, Ltd. Full terms listed below.

CruiseNext Credit (CNC): The price per CNC is $250. Each CNC is a full stateroom deposit for categories up to a Club Balcony Suite or can be applied as a partial deposit payment towards higher categories.

CruiseNext Haven Credit (CNHC) :  The price per CNHC is $500. Each CNHC is a full stateroom deposit for all stateroom categories. This is the only CruiseNext Credit type that will satisfy the full stateroom deposit required for Suite and Haven categories.

CruiseNext Lite Credit (CNLC): CruiseNext Lite (CNL) credit are no longer be available for purchase. The price/value per CNLC is $100. Each CNLC is a full stateroom deposit for rooms up to a Club Balcony Suite or can be applied as a partial deposit payment towards higher categories.

  • Applicable towards any Norwegian Cruise Lines sailing of 3 days or longer regardless of the vessel.

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CruiseNext Ultimate: If a guest already knows where and when they want to travel next, they are able to book their next cruise while onboard their current sailing with the CruiseNext team. These reservations are called CruiseNext Ultimate (CNU). Guests can book a future reservation onboard by using their CNC or CNHC and take advantage of the current promotion(s) and receive a complimentary upgrade* for select categories.   Complimentary upgrade is available for guests booking an Inside, Oceanview, Balcony or Club Balcony Suite stateroom.

  • The upgrade offer is complimentary   within the meta  upgrade at the time of booking – unable to upgrade into a category ending in a number. Complimentary upgrades are  not  applicable for Studios, Suites or The Haven.

CNU Promotions are tied to the pricing category,  not  the upgraded category. If the pricing category is a Sailaway rate category i.e. MX, BX, OX, & IX, then the guest will not be able to take advantage of any other promotions regardless of the upgraded category. CNU upgrade is treated as a promotion. Any change to a CNU upgrade reservation that changes the effective date will drop the upgrade from the reservation. Note:   New reservations made onboard will automatically be transferred to the Travel Partner/Agent on record within 10 business days of their current sailing ending.

  • The Travel Partner/Agent will receive their commission on any CNU reservations so long as they were the original booking agent.
  • Standard dispatch regulations apply if a guest wants to change ownership of their reservation.

** New CNC purchased on the sailing will be applied to the reservation made onboard within  3 days after the guest disembarks.

Terms and Conditions:   Terms & Conditions for CruiseNext Credits purchased on sailings embarking on or after January 11, 2024 CruiseNext Credit, CruiseNext Haven Credit and Sixthman CruiseNext Credit

  • CruiseNext Credit (CNC), CruiseNext Haven Credit (CNHC) or Sixthman CruiseNext Credit (SCNC) (CNC, CNHC and SCNC may hereinafter be referred to as, collectively, or individually, a “Credit”) are issued by Goodwill Credit, Ltd. and are available for purchase on Norwegian Cruise Line and Sixthman sailings, as applicable. CNC and CNHC are only redeemable as payment towards new reservations on future Norwegian Cruise Line sailings. SCNC are only redeemable as payment towards new reservations on future Sixthman sailings.  To redeem your CNC or CNHC, please call your Travel Professional or Norwegian Cruise Line at 1-866-234-7350 and guests must advise they wish to apply their Credit to the reservation at time of booking. Guests may also apply as payment towards new reservations booked through www.ncl.com by logging into their MyNCL account where their Credit will be visible for redemption. For guests outside the US and Canada, must call their Travel Professional or the Norwegian Cruise Line phone number listed at www.ncl.com.  To redeem a SCNC towards a Sixthman sailing, contact Sixthman at 1-877-749-8462 or proceed with making the reservation online and apply the Credit towards the reservation.
  • When guests purchase a Credit, their onboard account will be charged in US Dollars.  Guests will also receive a non-refundable onboard credit (“Non-Refundable Onboard Credit”) to use on their current sailing. The amount of the Non-Refundable Onboard Credit is based on the number of Credit(s) purchased and the Non-Refundable Onboard Credit promotional offering at the time of Credit purchase.  The purchased Credit will be added to their Norwegian Cruise Line guest record (Latitudes Rewards account) within three (3) days of the sailing end date and will be added in the same currency they used to book the sailing at time of purchase of the Credit. Currency exchange rates are set at the time of purchase.
  • The Non-Refundable Onboard Credit given for purchasing Credit(s) on their current sailing will be used as payment towards for their final onboard bill for the current sailing and will be applied first to their Credit charge(s) before being applied to any other fees on their onboard account.
  • CNC ($250 each) and CNHC ($500 each) are valid for sailings of three (3) days or longer. A CNC can be applied as the full deposit for a stateroom up to a Club Balcony Suite or can be applied as partial deposit payment towards a higher stateroom category. A CNHC can be applied as the full deposit for any one stateroom. CNC and CNHC are not available for use on Sixthman sailings.
  • Limit of one Credit (regardless of type) used per stateroom. Guests may apply two Credits to one stateroom only when booking a sailing that qualifies for the DoubleUp! promotion. DoubleUp! promotion eligibility is based on redemption date and not on Credit purchase date. DoubleUp! promotions may be subject to change and are subject to availability. Visit www.ncl.com/cruisenext for offer details when guests are ready to book their next sailing.
  • Guests must be 21 years of age or older to both charge a Credit to their onboard account and to use as payment towards a future sailing.  A maximum of eight (8) Credits (regardless of type) may be purchased per person.
  • Credit(s) are refundable only within 30 days of purchase in the amount paid minus the amount of the Non-Refundable Onboard Credit received for purchasing the Credit(s) that was applied to their final onboard bill. All Credits are valid for purchase of new reservations only and do not expire. Credits may not be applied to existing reservations.  Credits are not redeemable or exchangeable for cash, except where required by law.  Credits are unable to be applied in partial values.
  • Credits are transferable to another guest at no charge. Once transferred, the new Credit owner is subject to all Credit terms and conditions. The original Credit owner forfeits rights of ownership once the transfer has been completed.
  • No black-out dates apply to use of Credit(s). Reservations are subject to availability. Credit(s) cannot be combined with CruiseFirst Credit(s), chartered cruises (except for SCNC on Sixthman sailings), incentive cruises, barter cruises, employee discount(s), friends and family discount(s), interline rates, non-NCLU travel partner rates, Bingo Winners, or Diamonds Resort International bookings.
  • To cancel a reservation made with a Credit, submit request in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line cancellation policies and procedures.  Once a Credit is applied to a reservation, it is subject to the same cancellation policy, rules and regulations (which can be found on the reservation confirmation) as any other payment made for that reservation.  If refundable, any Credit applied to a cancelled reservation will be refunded back to the guest Latitudes Rewards account minus any cancellation fees.
  • Guest's personal data will be processed in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.’s (including its brands and subsidiaries, “we”, “us” or “our”) privacy policy, which describes how guest's personal data may be processed, and is available at https://www.ncl.com/about-us/privacy-policy. 
  • Guests agree that we may (1) keep their personal and sensitive data, (2) use such personal data in our business worldwide in accordance with our published privacy policy, (3) share such personal data with our affiliated or related companies, and (4) subject such personal data to processing worldwide. Guests agree that we may disclose personal or sensitive data to unaffiliated third parties (1) with guest's consent or authorization, (2) to help complete a transaction for guest, (3) to comply with laws, regulations, governmental and quasi-governmental requests, orders or legal processes, (4) to enforce these terms and conditions or other agreements or to protect the rights, safety or property of us or others, (5) as part of a purchase, sale, or transfer of assets or our business, (6) to our agents or service providers to perform functions on our behalf, or (7) as otherwise described in our privacy policy.
  • When guests purchase a CruiseNext Deposit (CND), their shipboard account will be charged in USD and they will receive an instant shipboard credit (listed on their final bill as Non-Refundable Onboard Credit) towards their current cruise. Once the cruise has concluded, the CND will be converted into the currency of the guest's current reservation and the CND(s) will be added to their Norwegian Cruise Line guest record (Latitudes Rewards account). Currency exchange rates are set at the time of purchase. To change the currency of a CND; simply email  [email protected]  with their Latitudes Rewards number and request the currency for their new reservation. Guests who elect to use their CND toward a Sixthman event at the time of purchase will have their CND added to their Sixthman Username profile in USD. Only refundable Onboard Credits and the Non-Refundable Onboard Credit given for purchasing CruiseNext deposits may be used towards their CruiseNext purchase.
  • Guests must be 21 years of age or older to both charge a CND to their shipboard account and to use on a reservation.
  • A maximum of eight (8) CND(s) may be purchased per person.
  • CND(s) are refundable only within 30 days of purchase, in the amount paid minus the amount of the instant shipboard credit (listed as Non-Refundable Onboard Credit) received. A CND can only be applied to a new reservation and otherwise has no cash value and is not redeemable or exchangeable for cash. CND(s) are transferable to another guest at no charge. Once transferred, new CND owner is subject to all CND terms and conditions. Original CND owner forfeits rights of ownership once transfer has been completed.
  • CruiseNext Deposits ($250 each) and CruiseNext Haven Deposits ($500 each) are valid for sailings of 3 days or longer. CruiseNext Haven Deposits act as the full deposit for all staterooms onboard qualified sailings. CruiseNext deposits act as a full deposit for rooms up to a Club Balcony or can be applied as partial deposit payment towards higher categories. Haven is not available on Sixthman events.
  • Limit of one (1) CND may be used per stateroom. Guests may apply two (2) CNDs to one (1) stateroom only when booking a cruise that qualifies for the DoubleUp! promotion. DoubleUp! promotion eligibility is based on redemption date and not on CND purchase date. DoubleUp! promotions may be subject to change and are subject to availablitly. Visit  www.ncl.com/cruisenext  for offer details when ready to book their next cruise.
  • Guests must ask Norwegian Cruise Line or their Travel Professional to apply their CND(s) towards their new reservation. No black-out dates will apply. Reservations are subject to availability. CNDs cannot be combined with chartered cruises (excluding Sixthman events), incentive cruises, barter cruises, employee, friends and family, interline or travel partner rates, Bingo Winners, or Diamonds Resort International bookings. If guests have selected at the time of purchase to apply their CND to a Sixthman event, apply their CND towards a new reservation at the time of booking directly with Sixthman online or by phone.
  • To cancel a reservation made with a CND, submit the request in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line cancellation policies and procedures. The CND will be refunded back to the guest Latitudes Rewards account minus any cancellation fees, and will retain its original expiration date. Once a CND is applied to a reservation, it is subject to the same cancellation policy, rules and regulations as any other deposit which can be found on the reservation confirmation.
  • In addition to these Terms and Conditions, guests must comply with the Norwegian Cruise Line, the Norwegian Cruise Line (Bahamas) Ltd. d/b/a NCLH, NCL America Inc.’s (together “NCL”) and/or Sixthman LTD, Terms and Conditions of the Cruise Brochure and Passenger Ticket Contract.

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  • Offer valid for sailings in 2024 and beyond.
  • Guests must book at least 4-months prior to sailing for any sailing in 2024 and beyond.

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Booking Window :  February 13 thru February 20, 2024 @ 11:59pm EST Book a Balcony or above stateroom  on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite coupons.*  *Coupon can be an the form of deposits or credits.

  • Offer valid for sailings beginning in 2024 and beyond.

Booking Window :  February 01 thru February 12, 2024 @ 11:59pm ESTBook ANY stateroom on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite coupons*. *Coupon can be an the form of deposits or credits.

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Book ANY stateroom on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite coupons*. *Coupon can be an the form of deposits or credits.

Booking Window :  January 12 thru January 24, 2024 @ 11:59pm EST Book a Balcony or above stateroom  on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite coupons.*  *Coupon can be an the form of deposits or credits.

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Book ANY stateroom on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite deposits.

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  • Offer valid for sailings in 2024, and beyond.
  • Guests must book at least 4 months prior to sailing for any sailing in 2024 and beyond.

Booking Window :  October 10 thru October 26, 2023 Book  a Balcony or above stateroom on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite deposits.

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Booking Window :  September 26 thru October 02, 2023 Book  a Balcony or above stateroom on any sailing at least 4 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite deposits.

  • Offer valid for 2023 sailings and beyond.
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  • CruiseNext Credit (CNC), CruiseNext Haven Credit (CNHC) or Sixthman CruiseNext Credit (SCNC) (CNC, CNHC and SCNC may hereinafter be referred to as, collectively, or individually, a “Credit”) are issued by Goodwill Credit, Ltd. and are available for purchase on Norwegian Cruise Line and Sixthman sailings, as applicable. CNC and CNHC are only redeemable as payment towards new reservations on future Norwegian Cruise Line sailings. SCNC are only redeemable as payment towards new reservations on future Sixthman sailings.  To redeem your CNC or CNHC, please call your Travel Professional or Norwegian Cruise Line at 1-866-234-7350 and guests must advise they wish to apply their Credit to the reservation at time of booking. Guests may also apply as payment towards new reservations booked through www.ncl.com by logging into their MyNCL account where their Credit will be visible for redemption. For guests outside the US and Canada, must call their Travel Professional or the Norwegian Cruise Line phone number listed at www.ncl.com .  To redeem a SCNC towards a Sixthman sailing, contact Sixthman at 1-877-749-8462 or proceed with making the reservation online and apply the Credit towards the reservation.
  • Guest's personal data will be processed in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.’s (including its brands and subsidiaries, “we”, “us” or “our”) privacy policy, which describes how guest's personal data may be processed, and is available at https://www.ncl.com/about-us/privacy-policy . 

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Norwegian Launches New Future Cruise Program

Richard Simms

Richard Simms

  • November 8, 2020

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They say nothing in life is free, but Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest offer is pretty darn close, as they’re essentially looking to give you $150 toward your next cruise.

How The New Deal Works

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For years, Norwegian Cruise Line has been offered a program known as Cruise Next. Essentially, it allowed passengers who were on a current cruise to put a downpayment on their next. As a reward for doing so, purchasers receive money — applied directly to their onboard spending account — which they can enjoy on their current cruise.

The program has proven extremely popular over the years, and while some might question the logic of giving away free money, it’s a worthwhile investment for Norwegian Cruise Line. Why? Because the purchaser of a Cruise Next certificate is essentially locked into a future sailing, given that the purchased certificate can’t be used for anything other than to pay the deposit on another cruise. Obviously, it’s worth a bit of onboard credit to guarantee future expenditure.

READ: Royal Caribbean CEO Gives Roadmap to Sailing Again 

The new deal, known as Cruise First, operates in a very similar manner with one very important exception: It can be purchased by would-be cruisers, as opposed to the Cruise Next certificate which can only be bought while on a ship or in the weeks immediately following your sailing. By purchasing a $150 Cruise First certificate, the recipient is automatically credited for $300, applicable to their next cruise. You do not need to know when or where you plan to sail at the time of purchase, and the certificate is good for three years.

Why They’re Willing to Give You Free Money

Like with the Cruise Next offers, this new certificate makes sense in that it both puts money in Norwegian Cruise Line’s accounts during this time when there’s very little coming in, and also guarantees that passengers will be booking a sailing at some point down the line.

If you’re wondering why you haven’t heard about this program, it’s because there’s been surprisingly little promotion. In fact, you won’t find any mention of the Cruise First program on Norwegian’s website. Instead, the offer is only available to those who call Norwegian Cruise Line directly or ask their travel advisor to do so.

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Cruise onboard credit: What it is, where to get it and how best to use it

Melinda Crow

Spend any time shopping for cruises online and you'll likely come across the term "onboard credit," also known as OBC. Cruise lines and online travel agencies often promote it as a booking bonus. They might offer as little as $25 cruise onboard credit for booking an inside cabin on a short sailing or as much as hundreds of dollars for booking suites on longer cruises.

But what exactly are you getting and what can you do with it once you have it? Find out here if cruise onboard credit is a perk you can use on your next cruise.

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What is onboard credit?

Onboard credit is free money you can use to buy things on your cruise ship. It's a financial credit to your shipboard account; the amount of your onboard credit will be deducted from your final bill of purchases made on board during your cruise.

If you've never cruised, know that a cruise ship is a cashless society. You don't use credit cards either. Instead, the cruise line opens a charge account for every passenger on embarkation day. You will either connect the account to a credit or debit card or pre-load it with a cash payment.

Your onboard account is how you pay for almost everything you need that isn't included in your cruise fare or wasn't paid for in advance. That includes store purchases, bar drinks, spa and salon treatments, fitness classes and shore excursions. The same cruise key card that opens your cabin door also functions as a shipboard credit card. Hand it over to the bartender or salesperson to bill a purchase to your onboard account.

Related: 11 extra charges on cruise ships that will drive you nuts — and what to do about them

Most cruise lines place no restrictions on the use of onboard credit; if you can bill it to your account, you can cover the cost with your cruise onboard credit. A few don't allow OBC use in the casino or to pay for crew gratuities. Some cruise lines, such as Norwegian Cruise Line, offer specific onboard credits, limited to one type of purchase. For example, NCL's "shore excursion credits" can only be used to purchase tours.

In most cases, onboard credit is nonrefundable. If you don't use it up on your current cruise, you neither get paid out in cash nor can roll it over to your next cruise.

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How do you get onboard credit?

Cruise travelers have several ways to acquire onboard credit, some easier than others.

Booking bonuses

Onboard credit is a popular booking bonus , offered during a cruise sale instead of (or in conjunction with) price drops, reduced deposits and other free perks. Cruise lines that regularly post booking bonus offers of onboard credit include most of the popular big ship lines: Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Holland America, Princess, MSC Cruises and Celebrity, plus even more luxurious lines such as Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas and Oceania. Some lines offer extra onboard credit for first responders and members of the military.

Travel agents, both online and in person, often have onboard credits at their disposal to use as booking bonuses as well — sometimes the amounts they hand out are larger than what the cruise lines are offering. I booked an Alaska cruise recently through United Cruises and got $50 OBC; the cruise line was offering $25 for the same stateroom.

The sales agents on board your cruise also have onboard credit booking bonuses to hand out, almost always in amounts larger than you'll find elsewhere. If you are loving the cruise you're on, it pays to book the next one while you are still on board.

Price drops

Once you've paid for your cruise in full, some lines will offer you a refund in the form of onboard credit if you notify them that the price of your cabin category dropped. This isn't quite the same as free spending money since you already spent it on your cruise. But it's fun to have a little of that money back to use for extras instead of the base fare. It happens more often than you might think. Your travel agent may already be watching those fares for you; if not, you should be doing it yourself.

Related: 6 ways to get a deal on a cruise

For some cruise lines, having you share your enthusiasm for their brand with your friends is reason enough to send a bit of OBC your way. Windstar Cruises , for example, offers both you and friends you refer $100 each in onboard credit once they pay in full for a cruise.

Credit cards

If your favorite cruise line has a co-branded credit card , check to see if it offers onboard credit either as a sign-up bonus or as one of the points redemption options. Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises branded Bank of America Visa Signature cards both feature My Cruise Points redemptions for onboard credit. Sign-up bonus points are frequently advertised on the cruise line websites. The cards have no annual fee and no foreign transaction fees.

When things go wrong on board

Cruise lines don't always get everything right. Maybe your air-conditioning wasn't working for a few days during your cruise. Maybe you were supposed to have an unobstructed view, but your stateroom faced a lifeboat. If you can document the problem and politely inform guest services, chances are good they'll offer you compensation in the form of onboard credit — either for the current cruise or a future one.

Stockholder onboard credit offers

If you have done your research and decided to purchase cruise line stock, know that some lines offer onboard credit to shareholders each time they cruise, with certain restrictions. One of those restrictions is usually a minimum number of shares, another is that you may not be allowed to earn both your stockholder OBC and booking bonuses on the same cruise, only the option with the highest value. (For full disclosure, I am a stockholder of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.)

What's the best way to use onboard credit?

Now that you have the basics, let's dig into some uses of onboard credit and how to squeeze the most out of those transactions.

But first a note: Carnival Cruise Line , Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean allow passengers to use onboard credit to pay for pre-cruise purchases, though typically only promotional credit directly from the cruise line, not bonus credit issued by third parties like travel agents. MSC Cruises , Celebrity Cruises, Holland America and Norwegian Cruise Line do not accept OBC for most pre-cruise purchases.

If your cruise line only accepts OBC once you're onboard a ship, you may need to decide between paying cash for discounted pre-cruise purchases and saving your OBC for other onboard spending, or skipping the discount and advance purchase to use your credit on a specific package or tour once you board.

Additional restrictions may apply to the use of onboard credit, so always read the terms of any onboard credit offer before you accept it.

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Wi-Fi is expensive onboard a cruise compared to your home internet plan. That fact alone makes it a great use for onboard credit. The basic advice for onboard Wi-Fi is that if you know you'll need it for the entire cruise, buy a pre-cruise package when prices are a few dollars lower per day. Apply your onboard credit to the pre-cruise purchase and your savings have multiplied.

Here's an example: Carnival's Premium Wi-Fi for a full-cruise package is $14.45 per person per day if you buy it before midnight the day before your ship sails. Buy it onboard and the cost is $17 per day. On a 4-night cruise, a pre-cruise Wi-Fi package is $57.80. If you happen to have $50 of onboard credit, that's a fantastic use of it. You'll get Wi-Fi for only $7.80 of your own money.

Drinks and beverage packages

Getting the most out of your onboard credit when it comes to drinks depends on what kind of drinker you are. Don't think only in terms of beer, wine and cocktails. On a cruise, you'll also have to pay for specialty coffees, sodas, smoothies, nonalcoholic cocktails and bottled water.

If you don't plan on purchasing many drinks, consider using your onboard credit for a fun splurge like an occasional poolside beverage, a bottle of wine at dinner, or a mixology class or cocktail tasting.

Cruisers who plan on buying multiple drinks a day will save by purchasing an inclusive beverage package . If you've got onboard credit and your cruise line allows it, use the OBC to buy the package pre-cruise when it's on sale.

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Spa and salon treatments

Relaxing treatments at a cruise ship spa are tops on many cruisers' splurge lists, which makes them worthy of onboard credit use. Sometimes adding a massage, facial or manicure to your cruise plans makes the whole trip even more special. If your cruise allows pre-cruise spa purchases, the prices may be slightly lower. Also look for first-day and port-day specials to stretch your OBC further. These will usually be posted in each day's ship highlights or you can always call the spa to ask for specials.

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Specialty restaurant meals and dining packages

On some ships, the paid specialty restaurants are what add the wow factor to the overall food experience on board. That fact alone makes them a good way to spend onboard credit.

If a multi-night package is available, that might lower your cost, as would a pre-cruise purchase where available. Otherwise, book your specialty meals as soon as possible after boarding. Primo times disappear quickly. You can do this via the cruise line's app if there is one, at the restaurants of your choice or at stations set up on embarkation day specifically so you can make dining reservations throughout the ship.

When you reserve individual restaurants on board, your onboard account is usually not charged at the time you make the reservation. Instead, you will be charged at the conclusion of your meal, an important thing to know, so you can budget your OBC accordingly.

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Shore excursions and activities

Shore excursions offered by the cruise line are a primo use of onboard credit. In some ports, you'll have plenty of options, even after you board the ship. I've seen people in line at the shore excursion desk booking tours as the ship arrives in port.

The best use of your onboard credit would be an advance purchase at a discounted price on cruise lines that offer that option. Where that's not possible, it's best to book and pay for the excursions that matter most to you, leaving OBC purchases for the tours you could live without. For instance, if salmon fishing is what you've dreamt of doing in Alaska, don't wait until you can use onboard credit on embarkation day — you probably won't find any availability, because Alaska excursions like that often fill up months in advance. Save that credit for something else.

In addition to shore excursions, some ships and even some private islands owned by the cruise line have attractions that aren't included in the cruise fare, from private cabanas to escape rooms. Hello, onboard credit. It's rare to find deals on these kinds of extras, but it never hurts to ask. The strongest possibilities are port day specials for onboard activities like thermal suite passes or thrill rides that come with a charge.

Shopping and souvenirs

Onboard shopping and professional portraits let you bring back tangible mementos from your cruise vacation. If the credit is there and you really want a new scarf, or one of the formal night photos turned out better than any photo you've had taken of you and your partner in years, use that OBC to treat yourself. Check the daily newsletter or even shop signage for special offers to reduce your costs a tiny bit.

Necessities and practicalities

Unless you pay tips in advance, most cruise lines add a daily gratuity amount to your stateroom account during the cruise. It's something you'll pay one way or another, so using OBC to cover the expense makes sense on ships where it's allowed. Holland America and Norwegian Cruise Line specifically state that onboard credit cannot be used to pay for service charges and gratuities.

I also know people who have used their onboard credit for laundry or dry cleaning . Who cares if cruise line laundry prices are high when you're using free money? It's especially smart to do this if you will end up paying for laundry or dry cleaning once you get home (and if you're on a ship where drinks or tips are included).

I also know a guy who got his hair cut on board using OBC, saving him the cost of his next haircut at home. Smooth move.

Casino play

You usually can fund your casino play with OBC — but watch out. Some cruise lines put restrictions on using OBC in the casino (Holland America bans it outright) or charge a convenience fee for using your onboard account for funds at the gaming tables.

Slot machines will generally accept a transfer from your account without fees. When you have finished playing, your winnings will be paid out as a credit slip which you take either to a machine or the cashier for actual money.

If you're going to gamble on board, please play responsibly. Here's what I did recently with $50 in onboard credit that did not involve risking any of my own money. I found a slot machine with a minimum play of 25 cents. I was comfortable playing $1.25 at a time, which meant I had 40 plays before my original $50 was used up. Once those 40 plays were done, I was playing with my winnings, not my OBC. I chose to cash out at that point, and happily walked away with $52. Plus, I earned points in the cruise line's casino loyalty program.

Bottom line

Onboard credit is money in your account to do with almost what you wish. The more you collect in your account, the more you have available to spend or play with. You can think of it as a license to do something you wouldn't do if you were paying or a way to reduce your anticipated vacation bill by using it to cover costs you already planned to incur. Either way, you should always keep your eye out for onboard credit offers when booking a cruise or ask your travel agent or cruise line if they have OBC to hand out to thank you for your business.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Reveals New Fall And Winter 2025/26 Sailings

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 57-year history of breaking boundaries, revealed new fall and winter 2025/26 voyages.

Continuing the positive trend from recent years, the Company experienced strong sales in November as a result from the ongoing demand for cruising.

"Our guests have spoken! The solid number of bookings this past month is a positive indicator of what to expect early in the new year during wave season, when many of our guests typically book their cruises with us," said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. "In recent years, we have begun to offer more diverse and longer itinerary options, and this positive momentum is a sure sign that our guests are delighted with our offerings and are looking forward to exploring the world with us. Our new 2025 and 2026 itineraries will bring them more of what they want and more opportunities to enjoy their ideal vacation visiting their dream destination aboard any NCL ship."

David J. Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line

Our guests have spoken! The solid number of bookings this past month is a positive indicator of what to expect early in the new year during wave season, when many of our guests typically book their cruises with us.  In recent years, we have begun to offer more diverse and longer itinerary options, and this positive momentum is a sure sign that our guests are delighted with our offerings and are looking forward to exploring the world with us. Our new 2025 and 2026 itineraries will bring them more of what they want and more opportunities to enjoy their ideal vacation visiting their dream destination aboard any NCL ship.

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NCL has an endless number of sailings for travelers to choose from as the Company sails to 450 destinations across the globe including exotic and port-rich itineraries in Africa , Asia , South America , the Caribbean and more. The voyages are thoughtfully curated to feature the most popular, and best-rated ports based on guest satisfaction and to introduce our guests to new hidden gems.  NCL's itineraries provide travelers with the ultimate cruising experience, allowing them to immerse themselves into each destination and wake up in a new fantastic location nearly every day.

The newly released season of sailings features several ships making their debut in new destinations, including Norwegian Sun visiting new ports in Asia for the first time, including Kyoto (Kobe), Japan; the all-new Norwegian Viva homeporting for the first time in Galveston, Texas for a series of Caribbean voyages; and much more.

Additional highlights from the new deployment include:

Just in time for travelers to admire the fall foliage, Norwegian Sun’s season in Asia will kick off in Japan on Nov. 3, 2025, on an 11-day open-jaw sailing starting from Tokyo to Incheon, South Korea, calling to Jeju (Jeju Island), South Korea and Kyoto (Kobe), Japan – both first time visits for the ship – as well as stops in several popular Japanese cities including Nagoya and Osaka. On Nov. 14, 2025, the ship will depart from Incheon, South Korea for the first time for another 11-day open-jaw voyage on its return to Tokyo with a similar itinerary that features a call to Hiroshima, Japan. From December 2025 through March 2026, Norwegian Sun will offer a selection of cruises between 11- and 15-days sailing through Southeast Asia with several embarkation ports for guests to choose from including Singapore; Laem Chabang, Thailand; and Keelung, Taiwan. 

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Travelers searching for immersive itineraries to explore Australia and New Zealand can enjoy Norwegian Spirit’s open-jaw sailings to and from Sydney, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand between December 2025 and March 2026. Embarking and disembarking in different ports gives travelers the opportunity to extend their vacation onto land by planning pre- or post-cruise stays to fully dive into the local culture and destination. The vessel will offer 11 to 14-day voyages with most itineraries calling to guest favorite ports including Melbourne, Australia; and Napier and Dunedin, New Zealand. Select sailings will cruise by the magnificent New Zealand fjords – the Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, and Dusky Sound – providing an unforgettable memory for NCL guests.

NCL has curated a selection of exotic and port-intensive Africa sailings for Norwegian Dawn starting November 2025 through March 2026 featuring multiple embarkation ports including Cape Town, South Africa; Port Louis, Mauritius; and Doha, Qatar. The season begins on Nov. 2, 2025, with a 21-day repositioning cruise from Barcelona, Spain to Cape Town, South Africa calling to sought-after destinations including Santa Maria, Cape Verde; Casablanca, Morocco; and Agadir, Morocco. Due to popular demand for more open-jaw voyages to start and end in Cape Town, South Africa and Port Louis, Mauritius, NCL is offering four 12-day sailings calling to the popular ports of Antsiranana, and Nosy Be, Madagascar, as well as an overnight stay in Richard’s Bay, South Africa, where guests can opt to explore the local wildlife by a safari tour, learn about South African history or enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Aklantstrand Beach.

THE CARIBBEAN

NCL's newest ship, Norwegian Viva will homeport in Galveston, Texas for the first time from December 2025 through April 2026 following Norwegian Prima's footsteps which will kick off its inaugural season in this charming town on Dec. 15, 2023. During Norwegian Viva's winter season, the vessel will offer guests seven-day roundtrip Western Caribbean itineraries to Cozumel, and Costa Maya, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; as well as Harvest Caye, NCL's resort-style destination located in Southern Belize. On Jan. 10 and Jan. 24, 2026, Norwegian Viva will sail a 14-day Eastern Caribbean itinerary for cruisers searching for a longer warm-weather escape. The voyages will visit George Town, Cayman Islands - a first-time visit for the ship - and call to NCL's private island - Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas; Road Town (Tortola), British Virgin Islands; St. John's (Antigua), Antigua; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and Cozumel, Mexico.

Between November 2025 and April 2026, Norwegian Escape will homeport in New Orleans – the first Breakaway-Plus class ship to homeport in this bustling city – offering a series of seven-day roundtrip Western Caribbean voyages. For a similar and extended itinerary option, the ship will also offer two 14-day Southern Caribbean cruises on Feb. 1, and Feb. 22, 2026, where the ship will visit for the first time Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Colon, Panama; and Cartagena, Colombia.

Homeporting for a second season in La Romana, Dominican Republic, Norwegian Sky is offering travelers a selection of seven, nine and 12-day roundtrip Southern Caribbean itineraries from December 2025 through April 2026 calling to a variety of picturesque ports including Oranjestad, Aruba; Kralendijk, Bonaire; Willemstad, Curaçao of the ABC islands and more. During the Jan. 5, 2026, nine-day sailing, Norwegian Sky will cruise to the southwestern coast of the Dominican Republic to make her debut in Cabo Rojo, offering guests a beautiful beach escape. These Caribbean cruises provide travelers worldwide the opportunity to enjoy these bucket-list destinations, as most visitors arriving to the Dominican Republic do not require a visa to enter the country.

SOUTH AMERICA

The South America itineraries begin with the transatlantic crossing from Lisbon, Portugal to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Nov. 20, 2025, visiting Portugal, Cape Verde, and several cities in Brazil. Norwegian Star will then embark on a 17-day cruise from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Dec. 4, 2025 calling to ports in Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile, and making its way to the South Pole as the vessel cruises by Paradise Bay and Elephant Island in Antarctica for guests to enjoy the views and wildlife from the comfort of their balcony or the ship's top deck before disembarking in Buenos Aires, Argentina. From Dec. 21, 2025 through Feb. 15, 2026, guest can also embark on 14-day roundtrip sailings from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cruise by Paradise Bay and Elephant Island in Antarctica. These sailings will also call to Montevideo, Uruguay; Puerto Madryn and Ushuaia, Argentina; Punta Arenas, Chile and Stanley, Falkland Islands - a remote and charming South Atlantic archipelago.

PANAMA CANAL

From October 2025 through April 2026, Norwegian Jade will offer between 11 and 17-day cruises traversing the Panama Canal - a bucket list experience for many guests. The itineraries will offer a variety of embarkation and disembarkation ports including Miami; New York City; Tampa, Fla., and for the ship's first time, Callao, Peru; where guests can conveniently plan extended stays pre- or post-cruise in each destination.   

The unique open-jaw 17-day Panama Canal voyage on Norwegian Jade sailing from Callao, Peru on March 11, 2026, will make its way up the west coast of South America and Central America calling to Acajutla, El Salvador; Huatulco, and Manzanillo, Mexico - for the ship's first time - and it will mark the vessel's return to the guest favorite port, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico since 2008. After 12 port visits and four days at sea, the voyage will disembark in San Diego, Calif.

For more information about the Company's award-winning 19-ship fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com .  

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Cruisenext and cancellation policy

By April42749 , October 31, 2019 in Norwegian Cruise Line

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A few years back I had to cancel a cruise.  I was "returned" the 2 cruisenext deposits I used, no problem.

I want to book a cruise that's a few months out (long term for me!) using 2 certificates.  If I need to cancel it, would I get the certificates returned?

I ask, because I remember a discussion about that no longer being the policy.

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1 hour ago, April42749 said: A few years back I had to cancel a cruise.  I was "returned" the 2 cruisenext deposits I used, no problem. I want to book a cruise that's a few months out (long term for me!) using 2 certificates.  If I need to cancel it, would I get the certificates returned? I ask, because I remember a discussion about that no longer being the policy.

A few months...it sounds like you may in cancellation penalty phase upon booking or soon after (depending on length of cruise what you mean by a few months).  Penalties do seem to kick in sooner now than they used to, which may impact somebody who consider a few months to be long term planning. If you are in penalty phase, according to policy, they will deduct that penalty, then return any remainder.  Here is the quote from the terms and conditions of cruise next, “ 9. To cancel a reservation made with a CND, submit your request in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line cancellation policies and procedures. The CND will be refunded back to the guest Latitudes Rewards account minus any cancellation fees, and will retain its original expiration date. Once a CND is applied to a reservation, it is subject to the same cancellation policy, rules and regulations as any other deposit which can be found on your reservation confirmation.”

Yes, it's close to final payment.  I'm more concerned about someone having the flu that week, not about changing my mind.

26 minutes ago, April42749 said: Thanks... Yes, it's close to final payment.  I'm more concerned about someone having the flu that week, not about changing my mind.

Oh, for illness related concerns, perhaps look at buying travel insurance with cancellation coverage now (flu shots, too 😉 ).  You could buy insurance from NCL, but many people feel better buying it from an independent company.  Personally, I really prioritize travel medical insurance in case of illness or injury while ON the trip; I get higher limits from independent companies.  Thankfully we have never used it.

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41 minutes ago, April42749 said: Thanks... Yes, it's close to final payment.  I'm more concerned about someone having the flu that week, not about changing my mind.

If your concern is about having the flu the week of the cruise and having to cancel because of it, then you will definitely be within the penalty phase and not receive anything back due to the 100% penalty for cancellations within 14 days or less of the cruise.  Your best bet is to get Cancel For Any Reason insurance.

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1 hour ago, bakersdozen12 said:   If your concern is about having the flu the week of the cruise and having to cancel because of it, then you will definitely be within the penalty phase and not receive anything back due to the 100% penalty for cancellations within 14 days or less of the cruise.  Your best bet is to get Cancel For Any Reason insurance.

Oh...so what you are saying is that if I cancel, let's say 2 days before the cruise....the cruisenext certificates are lost.  Is that correct?

My credit card has cancellation insurance....and this trip would be covered if I needed to cancel.

The last time this happened I booked a cruise 2 weeks out...got the flu the next week....and dh got the flu a day or two after that.  The credit card reimbursed me, less the cruisenext certificates.  NCL put the certificates back in "my bank".

So...now this would no longer happen? (That's the question...)

I always get medical insurance while on the trip.  Last Feb I "got ill" and ran up a $3500 bill....thankfully all reimbursed.

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On 10/31/2019 at 11:46 AM, April42749 said: Oh...so what you are saying is that if I cancel, let's say 2 days before the cruise....the cruisenext certificates are lost.  Is that correct? My credit card has cancellation insurance....and this trip would be covered if I needed to cancel. The last time this happened I booked a cruise 2 weeks out...got the flu the next week....and dh got the flu a day or two after that.  The credit card reimbursed me, less the cruisenext certificates.  NCL put the certificates back in "my bank". So...now this would no longer happen? (That's the question...) I always get medical insurance while on the trip.  Last Feb I "got ill" and ran up a $3500 bill....thankfully all reimbursed.

I don't know if you are allowed to endorse an insurance company on the boards (there are many, many posts on the boards pertaining to travel insurance). My significant other and I are in the neighborhood of 50 years old and got coverage superior to NCL coverage for $420 (total), with cancel for any reason. Company name starts with T and ends in X.

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You say you bought your cruise next certificates several years ago, when do they expire???? That is where the answer lies.  If you book a cruise and have to cancel it 2 days before and the certificate is not expired then you will get another certificate.  If it is expired and by the sounds of it, it will be way expired then you should not get another certificate.  Also, insurance will not refund for any money lost for certificates.

If I have insurance and need to cancel after final payment for a covered reason, are cruisenext deposits covered for reimbursement? TIA

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1 hour ago, ready2cruzagain said: You say you bought your cruise next certificates several years ago, when do they expire???? That is where the answer lies.  If you book a cruise and have to cancel it 2 days before and the certificate is not expired then you will get another certificate.  If it is expired and by the sounds of it, it will be way expired then you should not get another certificate.  Also, insurance will not refund for any money lost for certificates.

Certificates are a few months old.....a lot of time before expiration.

So, then if I book and if I need to cancel 2 days before....then I should get the value of my certificates as new certificates, correct?

That's all I'm asking.  I'm not asking about "the value of the entire trip".

59 minutes ago, April42749 said: Certificates are a few months old.....a lot of time before expiration. So, then if I book and if I need to cancel 2 days before....then I should get the value of my certificates as new certificates, correct? That's all I'm asking.  I'm not asking about "the value of the entire trip".  

No,  not if you cancel 2 days before the cruise because you lose your money, you are within penalty phase.  If it is before the penalty phase then you would get your certificate back.

  No,  not if you cancel 2 days before the cruise because you lose your money, you are within penalty phase.  If it is before the penalty phase then you would get your certificate back.
6 hours ago, ready2cruzagain said:   No,  not if you cancel 2 days before the cruise because you lose your money, you are within penalty phase.  If it is before the penalty phase then you would get your certificate back.

That's what I was afraid of.  So, I'll book "the week of" just to be sure.

Thanks for clarifying.  I appreciate it.

FWIW, I had to cancel after final payment because of illness and the travel insurance co (may even have been thru NCL, I forget) refunded me the entire cost of the cruise to my credit card, including the value of the CN.  This was in 2011.

9 hours ago, erdoran said: FWIW, I had to cancel after final payment because of illness and the travel insurance co (may even have been thru NCL, I forget) refunded me the entire cost of the cruise to my credit card, including the value of the CN.  This was in 2011.

I think that has changed since 2011. I have asked every time I buy insurance and been told no cruise next certificates and gift cards are not covered.  If you look on the insurance forum here on these boards it is even stated that any certificates are not covered by insurance.

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If you have insurance from NCL, and you have to cancel after final payment because of a covered reason, wouldn't you be reimbursed for the cruise, less the cruise next certificates, but wouldn't your cruise next certificates go back into your account?

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Norwegian Sky Cruises Cancelled Due to Red Sea Conflict

  • February 26, 2024

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Norwegian Cruise Line is cancelling several cruises onboard the Norwegian Sky in late 2024 due to the conflicts in the Red Sea region.

“We have been monitoring the situation,” the company said in a statement sent to guests booked on one of the affected sailings.

“Despite our best hopes that it would de-escalate, we have made the decision to alter the published itineraries scheduled to transit through the region,” it explained.

“With this in mind, we have made the decision to cancel Norwegian Sky’s voyage in order to reroute her around Africa and accommodate her redeployment,” Norwegian Cruise Line added.

At least three cruises onboard the ship had to be cancelled, including the departures previously scheduled for Nov. 4, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4, 2024.

Ranging from 15 to 16 nights, the one-way cruises were set to sail from the Western Mediterranean to Mauritius via the Suez Canal, the Middle East, the Red Sea and the East Coast of Africa.

Passengers are being offered full monetary refunds, in addition to a ten percent discount in the form of a Future Cruise Credit (FCC).

The FCC is being offered as a “genuine acknowledgment of the inconvenience caused,” Norwegian said, and can be used towards any published sailing through Dec. 31, 2025.

“We share your disappointment and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” Norwegian said.

The cancellations have not affected Norwegian Sky’s itineraries scheduled to depart after Dec. 19, 2024     .

Sailing in the region for the first time , the 1999-built ship is set to offer a series of cruises to the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, the Far East, and more.

The vessel is then poised to return to Europe in early May 2025, via a repositioning cruise through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea.

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NCL CruiseNext Extension: How To Transfer NCL CruiseNext

NCL CruiseNext is a program that can save a lot of money for you. But on the flip side, CruiseNext deposits have an expiry date.

So, Is it possible to get an NCL CruiseNext extension?

No, it is not possible to get an extension on your NCL CruiseNext deposits. This can only happen if NCL decides to extend the validity for certain types of situations. This scenario came to life in 2021, when NCL announced a validity extension of all CruiseNext deposits for one year.

It was also applicable to other programs like CruiseFirst and Future Cruise Credits. However, if you need to extend your CruiseNext certificate validity, you should directly contact NCL. 

In the next sections, you will find out more about NCL CruiseNext and its extension process.  

NCL CruiseNext Terms And Conditions You Need To Know 

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CruiseNext extension means the extension of the CruiseNext deposits made by the guests. As you know, CruiseNext deposits are valid for up to four years . The extension of the validity is known as the NCL CruiseNext extension .

So, all CruiseNext deposits expiring in 2021 have been extended to one year, up to 31st December 2022.

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Making a CruiseNext deposit can come in handy but there are some rules and regulations that apply. If you do not know these rules well, you may lose your deposit. Here are the terms and conditions that apply-

  • Your shipboard account will be charged in USD when you purchase a CruiseNext Deposit (CND) . You will receive an instant shipboard credit towards your current cruise. This will be listed as Non-Refundable Onboard Credit on your final bill. 
  • After the cruise ends, the CND will be converted into the currency of your current reservation . Then it’ll be added to your Norwegian Cruise Line guest record. 
  • Currency exchange rates are determined at the time of purchase. 
  • CruiseNext purchases can only be made with refundable Onboard Credits and non-refundable Onboard Credits given for CruiseNext deposits.
  • CNDs can only be charged to your shipboard account if you are 21 years of age or older . Do not forge an ID if you are underage as it can have legal consequences .
  • Each person can purchase a maximum of eight (8) CNDs.
  • CNDs are refundable within 30 days of purchase, excluding the amount of the instant shipboard credit received. 
  • A CND can only be applied to a new reservation and has no cash value . It is not redeemable or exchangeable for cash. 
  • CNDs can be transferred to another guest at no charge. But the new owner will be subject to all CND terms and conditions. The original owner will lose ownership rights after the transfer.
  • CruiseNext Deposits ($250 each) and CruiseNext Haven Deposits ($500 each) are valid for sailings of 3 days or longer . There are some significant differences between the NCL suite and Haven. So, you should pick where you want to stay carefully.
  • CruiseNext Haven Deposits act as the full deposit for all staterooms on eligible sailings. CruiseNext deposits act as a full deposit for rooms up to a Club Balcony . Moreover, it can be used as a partial deposit payment for higher categories. 
  • Only one CND can be used per stateroom.
  • All CNDs, including Haven, are valid for new reservations made within 4 years of purchase . Also, CNDs expire after 4 years and will be forfeited if not redeemed and used within that timeframe. They cannot be used for existing reservations.
  • To apply your CNDs to a new reservation, contact Norwegian Cruise Line or your Travel Professional. There are no blackout dates, but reservations are subject to availability . 
  • Additionally, Charters, incentive cruises, barter cruises, employee, friend, or family rates, or Diamonds Resort International bookings cannot be combined with CNDs .
  • To cancel a reservation made with a CND, follow the cancellation policies and procedures of Norwegian Cruise Line. The CND will be refunded back to your Latitudes Rewards account, minus any cancellation fees , and it will retain its original expiration date. 
  • CNDs are subject to the same cancellation policy , regulations, and rules as any other deposit stated in your reservation confirmation.
  • In addition to these Terms and Conditions, you must comply with the Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line (Bahamas) Ltd. d/b/a NCLH, NCL America Inc., and/or Sixthman LTD’s Terms and Conditions as stated in the Cruise Brochure and Passenger Ticket Contract.

If you have read the terms and conditions, you should’ve known by now that you can transfer NCL CruiseNext deposits. But how do you transfer NCL CruiseNext deposits? Here’s how-

  • If the person you are transferring to is another Latitudes member, just give NCL a call. They will transfer the deposit in no time. Here are the numbers that you can call: +852 800 901 951 or +852 2165 6000 
  • If you are not comfortable with calling them, you can mail them. The CruiseNext mail is [email protected] . The representative will be asking for the following pieces of information-
  • Your Latitudes Account Number.
  • The Cruise Next Certificate Number you wish to transfer.
  • The full name and Latitudes Account Number for the recipient. 
  • If the guest you’re transferring to doesn’t have a Latitudes Account Number, you need to make them sign up first . To sign up, go to the NCL website and click on register. Then provide all the required information.

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Once you follow these steps, the deposit should be transferred within 24-48 hours or sooner.

Since it is possible to transfer NCL CruiseNext deposits, you can also sell them . All you need to do is to transfer the deposit to your buyer’s Latitudes account and collect the money. 

But be careful doing business with strangers online . Many frauds are looking for a chance to scam you.

Yes, if you’re a frequent NCL cruiser, NCL CruiseNext can save you money on your next cruise . However, if you’re not sure if you’ll cruise with NCL again soon, it might not be worth the upfront cost.

If you are a frequent cruiser, you can save a lot of money on your next cruise. You can also use your credits to pay for onboard expenses. Such as drinks, shore excursions, and spa treatments.

If you prefer other cruise lines like Holland America over Norwegian , it would not be worth it.

Yes, NCL has canceled 13 cruises between December 2023 and April 2024. Especially, Norwegian Epic’s sailings from December 1, 2023, through April 9, 2024, were canceled. That was due to fleet redeployment. 

The largest ship in Norwegian Cruise Line’s fleet is the Norwegian Encore. It has a gross tonnage of 169,116 tons and measures 1,094 feet in length. The Norwegian Encore can accommodate approximately 4,004 passengers at double occupancy. 

The newest NCL ship in 2023 is the Norwegian Viva, which debuted in June 2023. The Norwegian Viva is the second ship in the Prima class of ships. It followed the Norwegian Prima, which was launched in 2022.

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The guests do not have the authority to extend the validity of their deposits. To clear any confusion, it’s best to contact directly with NCL.

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I went on my first solo cruise to the Caribbean and worried about getting bored on the ship. I ended up having more fun than expected.

Posted: February 4, 2024 | Last updated: February 4, 2024

<ul class="summary-list"><li>I recently took a solo cruise on the Norwegian Sky from Miami to the Dominican Republic.</li><li>I worried I might feel <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/9-things-everyone-should-know-before-going-to-antarctica-review-2022-12">trapped on the ship</a> during the three-day sailing, but found the opposite.</li><li>There were plenty of activities to do onboard, and I ate as much as I wanted, guilt-free.</li></ul><p>As Business Insider's aviation reporter, I typically spend as <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/air-india-business-class-boeing-777-review-photos-2024-1">much of my time on airplanes as possible.</a></p><p>However, on a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, I thought it might be fun to switch it up and take a cruise down to the Caribbean instead of flying.</p><p>Taking a solo cruise had always been a bucket list item of mine. So, for only about $300, I booked myself into an interior room on a one-way sailing from Miami to La Romana, Dominican Republic, on the Norwegian Sky. (La Romana is about the halfway point between Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.)</p><p>I'm no stranger to traveling alone, but I was curious how going solo in giant cities or mountain towns translated to a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-luxurious-1000-per-person-stateroom-inside-new-norwegian-prima-2022-10#norwegian-cruise-lines-newest-cruise-ship-the-norwegian-prima-finally-completed-its-first-us-sailing-in-early-october-after-seeing-record-breaking-demand-in-2021-1">cruise with a set itinerary</a>. I prefer having more room for randomness in my schedule.</p><p>But, to my relief, I didn't feel trapped on the ship, and I still got to enjoy the same freedom of choice thanks to the myriad activities throughout the three-day voyage.</p><p>Here's why I'd book another solo cruise.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/first-solo-cruise-norwegian-caribbean-loved-it-review-2024-2">Business Insider</a></div>

  • I recently took a solo cruise on the Norwegian Sky from Miami to the Dominican Republic.
  • I worried I might feel trapped on the ship  during the three-day sailing, but found the opposite.
  • There were plenty of activities to do onboard, and I ate as much as I wanted, guilt-free.

As Business Insider's aviation reporter, I typically spend as much of my time on airplanes as possible.

However, on a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, I thought it might be fun to switch it up and take a cruise down to the Caribbean instead of flying.

Taking a solo cruise had always been a bucket list item of mine. So, for only about $300, I booked myself into an interior room on a one-way sailing from Miami to La Romana, Dominican Republic, on the Norwegian Sky. (La Romana is about the halfway point between Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.)

I'm no stranger to traveling alone, but I was curious how going solo in giant cities or mountain towns translated to a cruise with a set itinerary . I prefer having more room for randomness in my schedule.

But, to my relief, I didn't feel trapped on the ship, and I still got to enjoy the same freedom of choice thanks to the myriad activities throughout the three-day voyage.

Here's why I'd book another solo cruise.

<p>I'm a very restless person by nature, so I find just lying around a pool extremely unsatisfying.</p><p>From my only other NCL cruise way back in 2014, I knew most of the main activities were at night, but I couldn't recall if I enjoyed the sea days' events.</p>

I had a few hesitancies in booking a solo cruise. My main worry was being bored.

I'm a very restless person by nature, so I find just lying around a pool extremely unsatisfying.

From my only other NCL cruise way back in 2014, I knew most of the main activities were at night, but I couldn't recall if I enjoyed the sea days' events.

<p>I've traveled solo on backpacking trips through Europe, Asia, and South America — though I typically <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/stayed-in-boeing-747-converted-hotel-would-book-again-review-2022-12">stayed in hostels</a> where meeting people tends to be easier than what I was anticiapting on the boat.</p>

On the myriad other solo trips I've been on, I can always find a museum or hike a new trail when I feel like I've run out of tourist hot spots.

I've traveled solo on backpacking trips through Europe, Asia, and South America — though I typically stayed in hostels where meeting people tends to be easier than what I was anticiapting on the boat.

<p>Technically, my Norwegian trip was the first solo sailing I've taken on a large vessel with all of the bells and whistles of what people think of when they hear "cruise" — like a casino, fancy pools, and multiple dining rooms.</p><p>Before that, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/antarctica-i-do-not-regret-visiting-cruise-expensive-review-2023-12">I went alone on a 200-person expedition ship to Antarctica</a>. It was a physically tough experience, and I wouldn't equate that to a relaxing ride to the Caribbean.</p>

This concern also stemmed from my boredom on the expedition ship I took to Antarctica in 2022, which had no casino, fancy dining, or shows.

Technically, my Norwegian trip was the first solo sailing I've taken on a large vessel with all of the bells and whistles of what people think of when they hear "cruise" — like a casino, fancy pools, and multiple dining rooms.

Before that, I went alone on a 200-person expedition ship to Antarctica . It was a physically tough experience, and I wouldn't equate that to a relaxing ride to the Caribbean.

<p>There were several at-sea days of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/antarctica-i-do-not-regret-visiting-cruise-expensive-review-2023-12">sailing between Argentina and Antarctica</a> — four of which were across the Drake Passage, where waves constantly rocked the boat.</p><p>I mostly entertained myself by watching downloaded movies, going to science lectures, or playing board games with other passengers, but there were definitely spans of time where I felt time passing way too slowly.</p>

The small Antarctic vessel was made for rough waters, so it was pretty barebones — and it was hard to keep occupied.

There were several at-sea days of sailing between Argentina and Antarctica — four of which were across the Drake Passage, where waves constantly rocked the boat.

I mostly entertained myself by watching downloaded movies, going to science lectures, or playing board games with other passengers, but there were definitely spans of time where I felt time passing way too slowly.

<p>The 12-deck <a href="https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship">Norwegian Sky</a> is the company's second-oldest and second-smallest ship.</p><p>I have been on only a few cruises, so I don't really have much to compare the Sky to — yet. But I can imagine cruise fanatics would care a lot about the boat.</p>

I didn't worry too much about lacking amenities on the Norwegian Sky, despite it being one of NCL's oldest and smallest ships.

The 12-deck Norwegian Sky is the company's second-oldest and second-smallest ship.

I have been on only a few cruises, so I don't really have much to compare the Sky to — yet. But I can imagine cruise fanatics would care a lot about the boat.

<p>My cruise departed on Friday, January 26. I selected a 9:30 a.m. check-in so I could board as quickly as possible, and I ended up in Group 1 and was on the boat by noon — meaning I still had a day's worth of time to fill.</p><p>And, to my surprise, the safety briefing was just going to my assembly station to get a yellow sticker on my room key. That saved time.</p>

Fortunately, my worries were put to rest quickly after boarding when I finally got the day's itinerary and found plenty to look forward to.

My cruise departed on Friday, January 26. I selected a 9:30 a.m. check-in so I could board as quickly as possible, and I ended up in Group 1 and was on the boat by noon — meaning I still had a day's worth of time to fill.

And, to my surprise, the safety briefing was just going to my assembly station to get a yellow sticker on my room key. That saved time.

<p>Games like Bingo, Wheel-of-Fortune, and Deal-or-no-Deal <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cruise-industry-business-model-changing-bad-news-for-travelers-2023-4">cost extra</a>. These seemed fun but not worth the money.</p>

NCL's daily schedule was packed from morning until late at night with events like trivia, comedy, and bingo.

Games like Bingo, Wheel-of-Fortune, and Deal-or-no-Deal cost extra . These seemed fun but not worth the money.

<p>There were other themed trivia throughout the weekend, like car logos and "airlines of the world."</p><p>I go to a lot of pub trivia at home, and there are never any aviation-themed questions — so I was thrilled to see airlines.</p>

I attended travel-related things like an "airlines of the world" trivia and a "where in the world am I" game show.

There were other themed trivia throughout the weekend, like car logos and "airlines of the world."

I go to a lot of pub trivia at home, and there are never any aviation-themed questions — so I was thrilled to see airlines.

<p>My one-way cruise to the Dominican Republic was a repositioning sailing to get the Sky to La Romana in order to situate the ship for a proper 11-day trip island-hopping around the Caribbean.</p><p>Some people, like me, got off in La Romana, but a lot of passengers were booked to stay the entire 14 days.</p>

My favorite entertainment, though, was easily the nightly theater performances, which I didn't expect to be as good for a repositioning cruise.

My one-way cruise to the Dominican Republic was a repositioning sailing to get the Sky to La Romana in order to situate the ship for a proper 11-day trip island-hopping around the Caribbean.

Some people, like me, got off in La Romana, but a lot of passengers were booked to stay the entire 14 days.

<p>The first show was a sing-off style performance, while the other was a series of rock song covers.</p><p>I'm no theater expert, but I personally thought the singers were incredible, as well as the dancers — and the cruise director, Will, dancing along with the crew was quite entertaining, too.</p>

As a Broadway fanatic, I love musicals, so the two shows were exactly what I'd see on a night out at home.

The first show was a sing-off style performance, while the other was a series of rock song covers.

I'm no theater expert, but I personally thought the singers were incredible, as well as the dancers — and the cruise director, Will, dancing along with the crew was quite entertaining, too.

<p>The NCL Sky is small, so the lounges and social spaces are not as grandiose as other ships.</p><p>The lobby on the Sky is particularly tiny, which is the only area I found annoyingly crowded.</p>

The activities were mostly held in the lounges and bars scattered throughout the ship, while the shows were in the Stardust Theater.

The NCL Sky is small, so the lounges and social spaces are not as grandiose as other ships.

The lobby on the Sky is particularly tiny, which is the only area I found annoyingly crowded.

<p>My sailing was apparently close to full, but I was surprised by the crowd control even though there were up to 2,000 guests onboard.</p><p>There was always an open chair outside, and getting an elevator was typically easy.</p>

Fortunately, I never found myself fighting for a seat — which I do think is sometimes easier when you're solo, though.

My sailing was apparently close to full, but I was surprised by the crowd control even though there were up to 2,000 guests onboard.

There was always an open chair outside, and getting an elevator was typically easy.

<p>All of these are an additional cost, though Starbucks can be included in the drink package.</p><p>Personally, I skipped the package because there's no way I could consume enough coffee and alcohol to justify the $200+ price, though I know plenty of people who could.</p>

There was also a casino, spa, Starbucks, jewelry and alcohol stores, and a gift shop onboard.

All of these are an additional cost, though Starbucks can be included in the drink package.

Personally, I skipped the package because there's no way I could consume enough coffee and alcohol to justify the $200+ price, though I know plenty of people who could.

<p>I'm extremely busy at home when I'm not traveling, so I don't have a lot of time for sit-down meals or cooking and end up eating a lot of takeout — so the restaurant-grade food was a nice change.</p>

Probably the best part of cruising solo was there was nobody to hold me back from eating as much as I wanted.

I'm extremely busy at home when I'm not traveling, so I don't have a lot of time for sit-down meals or cooking and end up eating a lot of takeout — so the restaurant-grade food was a nice change.

<p>The specialty restaurants cost extra, while the dining rooms have rotating menus, and you can order as many appetizers, entrées, and desserts as your heart desires.</p><p>The buffet and restaurants have set hours, while the pub has food available nearly all night, opening at 6 p.m. and closing at 3 a.m.</p>

There was a buffet, free dining rooms, specialty restaurants, pizza, and a late-night pub.

The specialty restaurants cost extra, while the dining rooms have rotating menus, and you can order as many appetizers, entrées, and desserts as your heart desires.

The buffet and restaurants have set hours, while the pub has food available nearly all night, opening at 6 p.m. and closing at 3 a.m.

<p>The main dining rooms were only available during breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours, but I could still eat in between because the buffet and pizza bar were open between noon and 4 p.m.</p><p>That may make me sound like a slob, but part of the fun of vacation is guilt-free eating.</p>

I enjoyed the buffet food between main meals and took advantage of the option to sit outside.

The main dining rooms were only available during breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours, but I could still eat in between because the buffet and pizza bar were open between noon and 4 p.m.

That may make me sound like a slob, but part of the fun of vacation is guilt-free eating.

<p>The sushi option was one of the cheaper specialty meals available, and I tried it just for fun.</p><p>While the food was good, it wasn't worth the money when there were plenty of free meals all around the ship.</p>

I did pay $50 extra for sushi and Sake at an a-la-carte specialty restaurant. The add-on meal wasn't worth it, though.

The sushi option was one of the cheaper specialty meals available, and I tried it just for fun.

While the food was good, it wasn't worth the money when there were plenty of free meals all around the ship.

<p>I'm not sure if slow service is common on cruise ships, but my food took 45 minutes on two separate occasions.</p><p>I personally didn't mind, I enjoyed being in the restaurant and able to look out at the water. I regularly got a window table, which was nice.</p>

The dining room definitely had the overall best food out of everywhere I ate. But the service was much slower.

I'm not sure if slow service is common on cruise ships, but my food took 45 minutes on two separate occasions.

I personally didn't mind, I enjoyed being in the restaurant and able to look out at the water. I regularly got a window table, which was nice.

<p>Other cruise lines with scheduled dining will sometimes put solo travelers at the same table as strangers in the dining rooms, which is not something I'd be comfortable with.</p><p>I like NCL's freestyle dining because I could go to the restaurant anytime I wanted, not at a set time. This meant I could get my own table and not have to navigate any social situations.</p>

Granted, sitting alone in a sea of couples and families at mealtimes was a little awkward at first, but I quickly realized nobody cared.

Other cruise lines with scheduled dining will sometimes put solo travelers at the same table as strangers in the dining rooms, which is not something I'd be comfortable with.

I like NCL's freestyle dining because I could go to the restaurant anytime I wanted, not at a set time. This meant I could get my own table and not have to navigate any social situations.

<p>I walked around the pool deck when I wanted some fresh air or to read, but I've never been a pool person. And I don't consider myself a party animal or a big drinker.</p><p>And that's all fine. There was plenty of other stuff that interested me.</p>

The one thing I didn't do was spend much time by the pool. I'm also not interested in the deck parties or gambling.

I walked around the pool deck when I wanted some fresh air or to read, but I've never been a pool person. And I don't consider myself a party animal or a big drinker.

And that's all fine. There was plenty of other stuff that interested me.

<p>Cruise ships have to cater to people of all ages, genders, and personalities, and I think Norwegian did a good job despite having less living space to work with on the Sky.</p>

That's one of the best things about cruises — there's something for several different types of travelers.

Cruise ships have to cater to people of all ages, genders, and personalities, and I think Norwegian did a good job despite having less living space to work with on the Sky.

<p>The one-way cruise left Miami on Friday, had an at-sea day on Saturday, was in port most of Sunday, and disembarked on Monday morning.</p>

As far as ports, the cruise only had one stop in a coastal city called Puerto Plata on the northern side of the Dominican Republic.

The one-way cruise left Miami on Friday, had an at-sea day on Saturday, was in port most of Sunday, and disembarked on Monday morning.

<p>The port had pools, a beach, restaurants, a bar, shopping, and even a lazy river, all a short walk from the boat.</p><p>It all looked really nice, actually, and I wish I had time to explore this area more.</p>

Passengers could either book an excursion, stay on the ship, or relax in the port.

The port had pools, a beach, restaurants, a bar, shopping, and even a lazy river, all a short walk from the boat.

It all looked really nice, actually, and I wish I had time to explore this area more.

<p>Booking an excursion with the cruise line will ensure you get back to the boat on time. If you go out and about on your own, make sure to watch the clock, or the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/2-cruise-ship-passengers-stranded-on-dock-after-missing-departure-2023-8">ship could leave without you</a>.</p><p>The tour took me into the mountainous area of the island, which is more my style since I love hiking and adventurous activities.</p>

I wanted to see some of the island while I was there, and I had a $50 excursion credit, so I booked a zipline and waterfall tour through NCL.

Booking an excursion with the cruise line will ensure you get back to the boat on time. If you go out and about on your own, make sure to watch the clock, or the ship could leave without you .

The tour took me into the mountainous area of the island, which is more my style since I love hiking and adventurous activities.

<p>My group was about 25 people, so I was kind of forced to chat. I'm glad I did, though.</p><p>And I loved meeting the locals, who were great tour guides.</p>

Here, I decided to socialize a bit with the other travelers after keeping to myself most of the at-sea day, and I'm glad I did.

My group was about 25 people, so I was kind of forced to chat. I'm glad I did, though.

And I loved meeting the locals, who were great tour guides.

<p>Part of the reason I love solo traveling, in general, is all of the interesting people I meet. And I'm happy the cruise was no different.</p>

I ended up making friends with another cruisegoer, and we actually went to dinner and a show together that night.

Part of the reason I love solo traveling, in general, is all of the interesting people I meet. And I'm happy the cruise was no different.

<p>NCL puts a daily solo meetup on the schedule. I went the first night, but it was awkward, with no clear indication of who was solo or any type of icebreaker game.</p><p>This may have just been my experience, though. My new friend said she had a great time at a solo meetup on a previous NCL cruise to Alaska.</p>

Meeting her was a nice relief after an underwhelming solo meetup on the first night.

NCL puts a daily solo meetup on the schedule. I went the first night, but it was awkward, with no clear indication of who was solo or any type of icebreaker game.

This may have just been my experience, though. My new friend said she had a great time at a solo meetup on a previous NCL cruise to Alaska.

<p>I personally like cruising because of the opportunity to explore the boat and go to the shows and events. The concept just allures me.</p>

Overall, I ended up liking the boat more than the port — which I think is the main draw for many cruise lovers, anyway.

I personally like cruising because of the opportunity to explore the boat and go to the shows and events. The concept just allures me.

<p>I definitely needed to keep up with my morning workout, given how much I was eating. The gym was a good size and overlooked the water.</p>

My days were spent getting up early and going to the gym, participating in the day and evening events, and going to bed by 10:30 p.m.

I definitely needed to keep up with my morning workout, given how much I was eating. The gym was a good size and overlooked the water.

<p>When I travel alone, I love that I don't have to compromise with anyone on what to do or where to eat. Simply, there's no drama.</p>

It's exactly how I wanted to spend my weekend cruise, and I had a lot of fun doing what I wanted — there was no one I had to accommodate.

When I travel alone, I love that I don't have to compromise with anyone on what to do or where to eat. Simply, there's no drama.

<p>The comedy headliner was named A-Train, and I saw his first act on Friday evening.</p><p>He was truly hilarious, and I was a little bummed I missed his adult comedy on Saturday night — but it was playing at 11 p.m., and that was just too late for me.</p>

The early bedtime meant I missed the evening comedy, karaoke, and parties. But I don't really regret getting extra sleep.

The comedy headliner was named A-Train, and I saw his first act on Friday evening.

He was truly hilarious, and I was a little bummed I missed his adult comedy on Saturday night — but it was playing at 11 p.m., and that was just too late for me.

<p>The <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-rooms-windows-balconies-not-worth-it-frequent-cruiser-2024">inside cabin was the cheapest option</a>, and for the short trip, I didn't want to spend another few hundred to upgrade.</p><p>I was happy I didn't because I slept so well, and I'll keep booking an inside cabin on future cruises.</p>

Plus, my inside cabin made sleeping easy because it was completely blackout. I think this could bother some people, but I loved it.

The inside cabin was the cheapest option , and for the short trip, I didn't want to spend another few hundred to upgrade.

I was happy I didn't because I slept so well, and I'll keep booking an inside cabin on future cruises.

<p>The all-inclusive aspect is the biggest difference between solo cruising and hostel-hopping in places like Eastern Europe, which is where I spent my early 20s.</p><p>I liked that everything — food, excursions, and hotel — was already paid for when I boarded, minus the few beers I ended up buying.</p>

Plus, unlike solo trips to other countries, this all-inclusive trip meant all my entertainment and food was pre-paid and pre-planned.

The all-inclusive aspect is the biggest difference between solo cruising and hostel-hopping in places like Eastern Europe, which is where I spent my early 20s.

I liked that everything — food, excursions, and hotel — was already paid for when I boarded, minus the few beers I ended up buying.

<p>We docked next to a giant Royal Caribbean ship with slides and other amenities poking out of its deck.</p>

Granted, the Sky has just the basic expectations and lacks the water slides, go-karts, and malls present on many modern ships.

We docked next to a giant Royal Caribbean ship with slides and other amenities poking out of its deck.

<p>A large number of passengers stayed for the full 14 days, though I don't think the Sky is amenity-heavy enough for me to commit to a two-week voyage.</p>

Personally, I think the Sky is perfect for three or so days. I probably wouldn't be able to stay for the next 11.

A large number of passengers stayed for the full 14 days, though I don't think the Sky is amenity-heavy enough for me to commit to a two-week voyage.

<p>Business Insider's Brittany Chang sailed on the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-norwegian-cruise-line-new-1-billion-prima-cruise-ship-2022-10">billion-dollar Norwegian Prima</a> in 2022 with 18 decks, a 10-story slide, and a three-level go-kart track.</p><p>These amenities take cruising to the next level, and experiencing a longer sailing on an even bigger ship is next on my bucket list.</p>

A larger ship with more to do, see, and explore might offer more to keep me occupied on an extended sailing.

Business Insider's Brittany Chang sailed on the billion-dollar Norwegian Prima in 2022 with 18 decks, a 10-story slide, and a three-level go-kart track.

These amenities take cruising to the next level, and experiencing a longer sailing on an even bigger ship is next on my bucket list.

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  1. CruiseNext

    CruiseNext Credits are redeemable as payment towards all Norwegian sailings of 3 days or longer so purchase onboard and redeem towards your next cruise (s) of 3 days or longer whenever you are ready. Visit the CruiseNext desk in the atrium onboard to learn how you can save and redeem.

  2. Everything You Need to Know About Norwegian's CruiseNext Program

    CruiseNext is an exclusive program that gives you a FREE Non-Refundable Onboard Credit to use on your current cruise in exchange for purchasing a CruiseNext Credit for a future Norwegian cruise. Learn how it works, where to use it, and how to combine it with other offers and rewards.

  3. App: Cruise Next

    Cruise Next is an app that lets you plan your next cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line and get exclusive offers and benefits. You can place a deposit on a future cruise and receive up to $500 onboard credit, secure your suite in The Haven, and enjoy up to 4 years to book and sail.

  4. How does the NCL CruiseNext Deposit work?

    Learn how to buy CruiseNext certificates, worth $250 each, toward any NCL cruise in the next 4 years. Get discounts, onboard credits, and tips from other cruisers on this forum thread.

  5. CruiseNext

    To redeem Norwegian Cruise Line CruiseNext deposit(s) guests should call their Travel Professional or Norwegian Cruise Line at 1-866-234-7350. At the time of booking, guests must advise their booking agent that they wish to apply their CruiseNext deposit to the reservation.

  6. The 1 thing savvy cruisers do to save more on their next cruise

    Royal Caribbean 's current deal gets you up to $600 (depending on the cruise you book) in onboard credit for putting down as little as $100 (nonrefundable) toward your next cruise. If you'd like the deposit to be refundable, you can opt for a $150 deposit. The deposit required for an open booking is $200.

  7. How does Norwegian's Cruisenext program work, and what are the benefits

    CruiseNext is an exclusive onboard-only opportunity that rewards guests who plan their next cruise, while they cruise. You can take advantage of up to $500 onboard credit on your current cruise by purchasing deposits for your next cruise. You don't have to pick a date, itinerary or ship, you are simply purchasing credits that are valid for up ...

  8. Norwegian Launches New Future Cruise Program

    Norwegian Launches New Future Cruise Program. Richard Simms. November 8, 2020. • 2 min read. They say nothing in life is free, but Norwegian Cruise Line's latest offer is pretty darn close, as ...

  9. A Guide to Scoring Norwegian Cruise Deals

    Fares under $90 per person per night on oceanview rooms are deals. NCL is in line with deals on other mainstream lines when it comes to balcony cabins of around $100 per person per night. But ...

  10. Cruising with NCL: An Insider Guide

    Table of Contents. 1 An Insider Guide to Cruising with NCL; 2 Our NCL Histories; 3 Cruising with NCL: Our Tips, Tricks & Opinions. 3.1 • Most NCL promotions are not what they seem.; 3.2 • NCL's Free at Sea promotion is a great value for many cruisers.; 3.3 • Bargain hunters should look for Sail Away fares.; 3.4 • Frequent cruisers should consider NCL's CruiseNext promotion.

  11. Future cruise credit guide: Everything you need to know

    Future cruise credits typically have a specific dollar value assigned to them, usually based on the amount the passenger paid for the canceled cruise. Often the dollar value is 100% of the amount the passenger paid. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, some lines have offered passengers future cruise credits with a dollar amount of 125%, 150% or ...

  12. Cruise Next Double Up!

    Cruise Next Double Up! Norwegian Cruise Line Miami, FL United States. Valid for Travel Now Through 31 Dec 2024 ... The beauty of sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is all our ships are built to offer freedom and flexibility to all our guests. With Freestyle Dining®, we do not have set dining times or set tables, and we offer a variety of ...

  13. Onboard credit on cruises: How to get it and use it

    Buy it onboard and the cost is $17 per day. On a 4-night cruise, a pre-cruise Wi-Fi package is $57.80. If you happen to have $50 of onboard credit, that's a fantastic use of it. You'll get Wi-Fi for only $7.80 of your own money.

  14. Questions about NCL's double up offers

    This is the current offer for the NCL CruiseNext Double Up! Offer CRUISENEXT DOUBLEUP! OFFER Booking Window: August 23, 2022 - October 31, 2022 11:59pm EST Offer Details: Book a Balcony or above stateroom on any sailing booked at least 6 months in advance and apply TWO CruiseNext, CruiseNext Haven or CruiseNext Lite deposits. Offer Details for Prima: Book any stateroom on any Norwegian Prima ...

  15. Everything You Need to Know About Norwegian's CruiseNext Program

    If so, you'll love Norwegian's CruiseNext program because it gives you the chance to earn up to $500 in free onboard credits just for booking your next cruise. Enable Accessibility This website uses cookies.

  16. Cruise Next or Cruise First??

    Expand. If I recall CruiseNext, the first certificate costs $150 for $250 credit and subsequent ones were $125. CruiseFirst is $150 for $300. So other than the $25 additional cost on the first certificate, not sure it makes a big difference.

  17. Norwegian Cruise Line Reveals New Fall And Winter 2025/26 Sailings

    Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 57-year history of breaking boundaries, revealed new fall and winter 2025/26 voyages. Continuing the positive trend from recent years, the Company experienced strong sales in November as a result from the ongoing demand for cruising. "Our guests have spoken!

  18. New to Norwegian. Question about Cruise First and Cruise Next please

    the biggest difference between the two is if you cancel/re-book with a CF cert, you lose the extra value of the cert. And since you're looking at cruises that are so far out, if you do decide to buy a cruisefirst cert, wait until they offer the $250/$500 certs vs the standard 150/300. they offer those every few months. ChiefMateJRK.

  19. Norwegian Cruise Reviews (2024 UPDATED): Ratings of Norwegian Cruise Line

    Disappointing Crusie. ab6947. 2-5 Cruises • Age 30s. Read More. Sail Date: February 2024. Helpful. This was our 10th cruise and the worst. Always on vacation 51. 6-10 Cruises • Age 50s.

  20. Experience a Different Tomorrow with NCL

    If you want to choose your next European holiday with your head as well as your heart, an NCL Cruise Tour includes a pre- or post-cruise stay in Europe's most exciting cities, plus the cruise of ...

  21. Cruisenext and cancellation policy

    Here is the quote from the terms and conditions of cruise next, " 9. To cancel a reservation made with a CND, submit your request in accordance with Norwegian Cruise Line cancellation policies and procedures. The CND will be refunded back to the guest Latitudes Rewards account minus any cancellation fees, and will retain its original ...

  22. Norwegian Sky Cruises Cancelled Due to Red Sea Conflict

    Norwegian Cruise Line is cancelling several cruises onboard the Norwegian Sky in late 2024 due to the conflicts in the Red Sea region. "We have been monitoring the situation," the company said in a statement sent to guests booked on one of the affected sailings. "Despite our best hopes that…

  23. NCL CruiseNext Extension: How To Transfer NCL CruiseNext

    The largest ship in Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet is the Norwegian Encore. It has a gross tonnage of 169,116 tons and measures 1,094 feet in length. The Norwegian Encore can accommodate approximately 4,004 passengers at double occupancy. ... NCL Cruise Next Extension refers to the event where NCL extended the validation of their CruisNext ...

  24. Mauritius stops Norwegian Cruise Line ship from docking, cites health

    The cruise ship of the Norwegian Cruise Line 'Norwegian Dawn" (L) departs the Royal Naval Dockyard July 16, 2013 near the port of Hamilton, Bermuda.

  25. I went on my first solo cruise to the Caribbean and worried about ...

    I recently took a solo cruise on the Norwegian Sky from Miami to the Dominican Republic. I worried I might feel trapped on the ship during the three-day sailing, but found the opposite.; There ...