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Speciality Dining PackageFrequently Asked Questions

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE A SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE?

Online in our "Dining" section at ncl.com/myncl or through Norwegian Reservations at 00800 0310 21 21. Once onboard you may also purchase it on the first two days of your cruise by calling or visiting any Restaurant Reservations Desk. For three and four-day cruises, this package may only be purchased on the first day of your cruise.

IS THERE A MINIMUM / MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF MEALS I CAN PURCHASE?

A minimum of 2 meals is required and the total amount cannot exceed the length of the cruise.

MY TRAVELLING COMPANIONS DON'T WANT A DINING PACKAGE, DO THEY HAVE TO BUY IT?

No, Speciality Dining Packages are purchased individually.

IN WHICH VENUES WILL MY SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE BE HONOURED?

Speciality Dining Packages are honoured in the following restaurants: Cagney's Steakhouse, Food Republic, Italian, Le Bistro, Los Lobos, Moderno Churrascaria, Pincho Tapas Bar, Q Texas Smokehouse, Raw Bar, Seafood, Sushi and Teppanyaki.

Guests may also dine in select entertainment-based restaurants using their SDP meal.

HOW CAN I MAKE DINING RESERVATIONS FOR A SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE?

Once purchased, you can make reservations online in our "Dining" section at ncl.com/myncl or through Norwegian Reservations at 00800 0310 21 21. Once onboard, you can also make reservations by calling or visiting the Restaurant Reservations Desk or using the Norwegian App.

For Entertainment-based restaurant reservations please visit our online "Entertainment" section or visit the box office once onboard.

CAN I MAKE A RESERVATION FOR MY WHOLE PARTY EVEN THOUGH SOME ARE NOT PARTICIPATING?

Yes, please follow the above instructions. Note there will be applicable charges for those who have not purchased a Speciality Dining Package

MY TRAVELLING COMPANIONS DON'T WANT A DINING PACKAGE, DO THEY HAVE TO BUY IT?

No, Speciality Dining Packages are purchased individually.

Sharing of an SDP meal or to go food is not permitted.

CAN I BUY DINNER FOR SOMEONE ELSE WITH MY SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE?

Speciality Dining Packages are sold individually and cannot be transferred. If you wish to pay for someone else's dinner, you will not be able to use your own SDP.

HOW WILL THE RESTAURANT STAFF KNOW I HAVE A SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE?

Your cabin keycard will include an SDP code on the front. Restaurant staff will request to see the card for verification. Please keep it handy.

ARE GRATUITIES INCLUDED IN THE SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE PRICE?

No, a 20% gratuity and speciality service charge will be automatically added to the cost of your package.

ARE ANY MENU ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGES?

All Speciality Restaurant menu items are included except Seafood Platter in Raw Bar.

An SDP meal in a la carte restaurants includes 1 appetizer, 1 soup or salad, 1 main course and 1 dessert (does not apply to cover charge restaurants or Food Republic, Pincho Tapas Bar and Sushi, where a meal includes any 4 menu items). SDP does not include beverages and additional and/or premium menu items will incur charges.

ARE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES INCLUDED IN SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGES?

Speciality Dining Packages do not include alcohol, but we offer a wide range of beverage packages, including the Unlimited Open Bar Package and Premium Plus Beverage Package. For more information about our beverage packages, please check out ncl.com "Onboard Packages" or visit any bar onboard the ship on the first day of your cruise.

Terms & Conditions

Dining Terms and Conditions

Speciality Dining Packages (SDP) are available online for pre-sale or onboard during the first two days of the voyage. SDP is not available on 1 and 2-day sailings; On 3-day sailings, SDP is for sale on day 1 only. No refunds available if not all meals are used. SDPs are personal (per person, e.g., 2 guests cannot share 1 SDP meal) and non-transferable (guests cannot give their SDP meals to someone else). An SDP meal in a la carte restaurants includes 1 appetizer, 1 soup or salad, 1 main course and 1 dessert (does not apply to cover charge restaurants or Food Republic, Pincho Tapas Bar and Sushi, where a meal includes any 4 menu items). No sharing or to go orders permitted. SDP does not include beverages and additional and/or premium menu items will incur charges. A 20% gratuity and speciality service charge will be added to the package price. No SDP kids pricing available. We encourage guests to visit ncl.com/myncl to make dining reservations in advance. Reservations are not required but highly recommended, once onboard, reservations will be subject to availability. SDP meals can be enjoyed at Cagney’s Steakhouse, Food Republic, Italian, Le Bistro, Los Lobos, Moderno Churrascaria, Pincho Tapas Bar, Q Texas Smokehouse, Raw Bar, Seafood, Sushi and Teppanyaki.

Dining options vary by ship. You may choose to use SDP meals in entertainment-based restaurants. There will be a 20% gratuity charge on all SDP entertainment-based restaurants.

Venues/Events not included in SDP include: Room Service, SWIFT, District Brewhouse, The Bake Shop, Coco’s, O’ Sheehan’s Ice Cream Bar, Dolce Gelato, Special Occasion/Holiday menus and select Entertainment-based meals.