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Planning a cruise to Alaska or cruising to Hawaii are both experiences that deserve more time. Cruise Tours to Alaska and Hawaii are the easiest way to extend your Norwegian Cruise Line holiday. When you’re thinking of visiting two of the most beautiful destinations on Earth, why would you limit yourself to only 7 days? Before we talk about how to extend your cruise holiday in Alaska and Hawaii, let's talk about why you should take advantage of these incredible opportunities.

What’s worse than getting to your cruise destination and not having your day planned?  Nothing!  Ok, maybe a few things, but when it comes to cruising, you want to have your port days planned to avoid wasting valuable time.   The easiest and most effective remedy:  shore excursions!  If you’re new to booking shore excursions, it’s a great way to get the best experience possible at your destination. 

What makes sailing Norwegian’s Suites and The Haven so sweet?  In a word:  EVERYTHING!  In a world where every cruise line offers special perks for their suite guests, no other cruise line even comes close to the comprehensive offerings on Norwegian.  If you're looking to enjoy pampering and perks on your next cruise holiday, they've got that and so much more.  From the moment you arrive at your embarkation port, until you're departing on disembarkation day, you'll discover a level of service and benefits that make your cruise holiday stress-free, and that truly puts the "sweet" in suite living!

For an architecture buff, cruising The Caribbean can be a dream come true. Nothing tells the story of a place as well as its architecture. And The Caribbean is no different. Its buildings and landmark sites have the power to transport you through time. Now, I’ll take you on a journey to explore The Bahamas through its architecture.

A cruise holiday is one of the best trips for someone with a dietary restriction. When you cruise with Norwegian, you won't have to worry that your nutritional limitations will keep you from having the holiday of your life.

Norwegian's chefs are trained to prepare food for a variety of diets - vegetarian, sugar-free, gluten-free and more. Norwegian makes an effort to accommodate all passenger dietary needs and to provide suitable alternatives on request for those with food allergies or other special needs.

One common feature that almost every cruise ship shares is the ocean view you'll savour from the top deck. After all, it’s the highest vantage point to take in a 360-degree perspective of nature’s greatest wonders while cruising. But that is where the similarities end and possibilities begin. Because on Norwegian Cruise Line, the top deck has been lavishly appointed and strategically designed to include some of the ship's favourite features that fully integrate the best activities and entertainment with postcard-worthy scenery.

Spring break is notorious for parties and unforgettable experiences, but most importantly, it gives students a chance to unwind after mid-terms and replenish themselves for the research papers and exams to come. While this means non-stop partying for many, for others it’s a chance to travel, explore, and learn about the world while relaxing and preparing for future studies. No matter what type of spring break cruise you’re looking for, these are some of the best 7-day or fewer itineraries to make your college experience even more memorable.

Ziplining is often considered to be an extreme sport, and it undoubtedly comes with its risks. However, if you're brave enough to be strapped to a cable and soar above trees, canyons, and bodies of water, you can experience excellent views of some of the most iconic locations on the planet on your next cruise holiday. If you’ve done your research and think this high-adrenaline activity is for you, here are some of the best places to zipline in the world.

For many single parents, a cruise is the best holiday option available. A cruise holiday allows single parents to keep costs under control while having fun in the process and enjoy some adult time too. You'll find plenty of options for spending time with your kids aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line holiday - from complimentary family dining to thrilling water slides. Here are some of the other reasons why a cruise makes a perfect holiday for a single parent family.  

If you're like most of us in the workaday world, the reality is that you have a limited amount of holiday days allotted per year. Which is why Norwegian Cruise Line has created the perfect solution: a three-day Bahamas cruise that will satisfy the most intrepid global traveller, as well as a perfect introduction for a novice sailor. You never need to make a ho-hum staycation out of a long weekend off from work again.