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You've booked your cruise. Now what do you do? When planning your getaway, cruising is about as easy as it gets. Norwegian Cruise Line takes care of almost everything you need, from meals and entertainment to child care and excursions. However, there are still some important things you need to complete before you get on that ship. Check out the following six tips for managing your cruise before you step foot on board so that you can relax and have fun the minute you set sail. 

On a Norwegian cruise to the the Caribbean, you'll discover one new experience after another. The only trouble is choosing where to go and what to do.

It is that time of the year again - when you feel like time has flown by and before you know it, you are making Thanksgiving plans and scouring the web for Cyber Monday deals. After all, long are the days when you needed to stand outside a retail store in the freezing cold on Black Friday. In fact, shopping online after Black Friday has become so popular, that analysts are predicting Cyber Monday sales to surge to record highs this year. Unsurprisingly, it is very easy to get wrapped up in the stress of the holiday deals craze. With that in mind, we wanted to share five ways to embrace the holiday shopping season if you love to travel.

Did you know it's possible to cruise without a passport? Many people don't know that as a U.S. Citizen, you can take advantage of the benefits of no-passport cruises for itineraries that begin and end at a U.S. Port.

This way, you can take advantage of those amazing last-minute cruise deals. You'll also have shorter travel times than if you're vacationing abroad, and a no-passport-required cruise is great for first-time cruisers that don't want to go too far from home. So where can you go? Read on for a list of pretty incredible options.

It should come as no surprise that one of the primary draws for people to visit the Caribbean is its beaches. Whether you are cruising in the Eastern, Western, or Southern Caribbean, you'll visit at least one port where you will want to take advantage of a day on the beach. Here is our list of the ten best beaches in The Caribbean

If you're considering a Central America cruise, Norwegian Cruise Line offers numerous options between two main routes. Western Caribbean cruises can include stops in Belize and Honduras, while Panama Canal cruises offer the most Central American ports. And, if you choose to do a full-transit, you can visit ports on both the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean sides of Central America.

As with anything in life, you want to make sure you’re getting the most value for your hard earned dollars, right? And it’s no different with cruising! Because Norwegian cruises to over 15 destinations, the best time to cruise is year-round. But why waste your time scouring the web looking for a bargain when we’ve got the solution right here? Let’s take a look at how to get the best Cruise Deals.

Do you think about escaping reality for a few days? Sometimes you simply need to take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life to relax, recharge, and enjoy yourself. Norwegian Cruise Line allows you to easily drop everything and get away from it all thanks to its selection of affordable short cruise deals. All you need to do is choose the itinerary you like best, pack your bags, and head to port. Norwegian takes care of the rest.

You know what's a great way to spend the holidays? Taking a cruise with your entire family. Think about it. The holidays often bring more stress than joy. Between decorating your house, slaving over the stove, hosting guests, and attending holiday parties, there's hardly any free time to spend with the people who matter most in your life. This year, avoid the hustle and bustle by booking a holiday cruise vacation for your entire family. Let Norwegian Cruise Line take care of the cooking and cleaning while you spend quality time with your family over the winter break.

Already missing the fun and sun of summer? Then, we are here to make your day, because there is no better time than the fall to book your summer 2020 cruise. And, with new itineraries available on 11 of the 17 ships in Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet, this is the perfect time to cruise to paradise. Norwegian will have three ships cruising in Europe, three ships sailing to Alaska, and two ships cruising to Bermuda, including Norwegian Encore, the newest ship in the Norwegian fleet. Other summer 2020 destinations include The Caribbean, the Bahamas & Florida, Canada & New England, and Hawaii. Here are some of the top summer 2020 cruises to book right now.

The Bahamas is a perfect vacation choice whether you're looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a cruise that offers plenty of time for your family to relax and play on idyllic beaches.

Norwegian Escape has been a fan-favorite ship ever since her launch in 2015. It may be because she has a little bit of everything: fantastic dining, dazzling entertainment and a wide variety of options for families. Keep scrolling to learn why Norwegian Escape was awarded 2017 Ship of the Year by Ocean & Cruise News.

If you are suffering from the winter blues, the surefire cure for the blahs is a big dose of spring, as in Spring Break, baby. Whether you’re a college student seeking the perfect way to spend your precious week of vacation, or a sun worshipper craving warmth, Norwegian Cruise Line has a spring break cruise with tailored special savings and adventures for every kind of vacationer.

If you’re looking through Norwegian’s Asia cruises, you'll find no shortage of beautiful and exotic ports, many of which are in Japan. In fact, you can even book a cruise that primarily explores some of Japan's most iconic destinations. One option is a 13-day cruise from Yokohama. If you're planning a cruise to Japan, here's a look at 11 incredible ports in Japan you can't miss. 

Once you have your Italian cruise vacation with Norwegian booked, it's time to start planning your shore excursions and deciding what sights are most important on your list of things to do. However, don't forget all the delicious traditional foods that await you in Italy! Depending on the ports you are visiting, you'll have the opportunity to try dishes that are special to that region.

Few things are as exciting as stepping onto a new port during a cruise vacation. Fun, relaxation, and delicious cuisine await just steps from the dock. And a Bahamas cruise excels at delivering these iconic vacation experiences. A cruise to Grand Bahama Island promises vacation memories you won’t soon forget.

Feel like making a good time five times more awesome? Feel Free. With Norwegian’s Free at Sea, you can enjoy Unlimited Open Bar, Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, WiFi or Friends & Family Sail Free. Choose one, pick two or take all five! Whether you’re looking forward to toasting each day at one of our unique bars and lounges, tasting your way through our specialty restaurants or Instagramming every perfect moment to friends and family back home, Norwegian’s Free at Sea will help you vacation your way.

Not only does Norwegian encourage you to vacation your way on our award-winning ships, we want to reward our loyal guests who keep coming back for more unforgettable cruise experiences. Our Latitudes Rewards Program does just that—reward you with awesome benefits for simply doing what you love to do, travel.

Norwegian Cruise Line is giving our guests exciting new ways to discover the world. From continuing to raise the bar with new, innovative cruise ships to extensively renovating our older ones, our award-winning fleet will provide you with incredible experiences in unbelievable destinations. The only tough decision you’ll have is choosing which cruise vacation to book next.

With Norwegian Cruise Line itineraries, you have a wide choice of islands to visit on your upcoming cruise vacation. Looking for a quick Caribbean getaway, an African safari, or an exotic adventure in East Asia? Norwegian Cruise Line has you covered with several exciting itineraries that include a variety of island ports. To get your wanderlust started, here are nine dreamy islands you can visit on your vacation.