Sarah Bretz, ContributorNorwegian Cruise Line has announced the launch of its all-new More at Sea package, which is replacing its previous Free at Sea offer that was included in most cruise bookings.
More at Sea
Starting today, guests can take advantage of the new and more inclusive More at Sea package for cruises starting January 1, 2025. More at Sea will feature an expanded offering of amenities including an extensive variety of globally-sourced and premium beverage brands such as Grey Goose vodka, Casamigos Tequila, Woodford Reserve bourbon, and more — all of which are included. Guests can also choose from over 100 specialty cocktails served across its more than 80 bars. Unlike with Free at Sea, Starbucks beverages and bottled water will not be included in More at Sea.
Additional specialty dining meals will be available through More at Sea for passengers sailing on voyages that are seven nights or longer. They’ll also be able to enjoy more appetizers and desserts with up to three of each included at each sitting. Faster and stronger internet connectivity will also be included through Starlink’s high-speed internet service. Each guest will get 150 minutes of internet time.
Still included in the package will be a $50 credit per shore excursion for the first guest, free airfare for the second guest, and third and fourth guests will sail free on select voyages.
Cover Charge For Specialty Dining
Due to guest feedback, Norwegian Cruise Line is replacing its specialty dining a la carte pricing with a flat cover charge for cruises starting January 1, 2025.
The cover charges will be as follows:
- $60: Steakhouse, teppanyaki, French, and seafood venues
- $50: Brazilian steakhouse, Asian, Food Republic, and sushi venues
- $40: Italian, barbecue, Pincho Tapas Bar, and Mexican venues
New Mobile App
Norwegian Cruise Line is also announcing that it will be rolling out a new mobile app across its fleet by the end of the year. The app will include enhanced features such as a more intuitive way to browse and make onboard reservations including dining, shore excursions, and entertainment. It will also offer an easier check-in process with reduced steps, a more transparent folio view of purchase history, and a dynamic home screen that displays relevant voyage information at each phase of the cruise.
Is ‘More at Sea’ Free?
Right now, it does not appear that More at Sea will cost anything extra on top of the cruise fare in the U.S. However, some cruisers have reported that the base fare of sailings they were already looking at has gone up today following the switchover from Free at Sea to More at Sea.
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