In recent years, more and more cruise lines have come up with alternatives. These can range from casual options like pizza and pasta, to alternate dining rooms — some included in the cruise fare, others with a supplement — to some variation of “Anytime” dining.
Sick of screaming kids and the loud “boom boom music” at the Lido Deck pool? Want to get away? Find out which cruise ships offer adult-only areas that offer nirvana away from the onboard madness.
Have you been pinching pennies, hoping to save up for a great vacation? Want to take a trip that feels decadent but in reality is a very savvy deal? Get ready to say, “Aye, aye, captain,” because cruise lines are offering a buffet of amazing deals that are hard to pass up.
Last year, Norwegian Cruise Line launched Freestyle 2.0 — a $50 million fleetwide initiative to further improve the guest experience. And, wow have they succeeded. So much so, it’s become a premium cruise experience.
It’s a tale of two cruise lines, both with very different visions for their customers. Last week, Royal Caribbean International and Norwegian Cruise Line unveiled the latest onboard amenities for their new ships. What can customers expect? Would you believe a zip-line, ice bar, neighborhoods, curved staterooms, carousel and outdoor amphitheaters? And that’s just for starters.