Personally, I think it is. Divide a 7 night by $ 119 is only $ 17 a day.
You ask WHY buy a
meal plan when cruises offer complimentary dinner ?
1)
I’m not actually a Norwegian Cruise Line fan of
their food. This dining option gives me
an opportunity to look forward to cruising with Norwegian. Also would be exciting for me with pre-reserving and I would look forward to visiting my new venue each night !
2)
I truly feel the food in Norwegian’s special
dining restaurants are “above” quality, than the foods offered in their
complimentary dining rooms.
Actually, I don’t feel a 7 night cruise is long enough to
enjoy the opportunity for this Ultimate Dining plan ! For the most part, you want to get around to
every dining room, but then after you do, it leaves limited time to repeat one
that you truly like !
Do I believe many people will take advantage of this opportunity ? I do ! Often, the cruise price on NCL is fairly low. Add this package to the price, does not usually cause the total cost to be out of reach !
Do I believe
everyone will choose this plan for the same reasons as I do ? I don’t ! I have many clients who love Norwegian and
their available foods in their complimentary dining rooms ! It could be, that others choose different
choices than I do ! Could be our pallet
or expectation is different !
Just like there are folks that say they do not like
Carnival’s food. I do ! I think Carnival does a great job ! Though pizza is usually my last choice of
food, I crave Carnival’s pizza almost every day on a cruise (late hours). Other cruise line, I feel the pizza is awful
!
Do I find that
folks who enjoy the complimentary dining, also buy into these specialty
restaurants, for at least one night ?
I do !
Do I normally buy
into the specialty dining restaurants on cruise ships ? No, I don’t !
I believe the foods in the complimentary dining should be
sufficient. However, since I know I’m
not a fan of NCL food, then this is a plus for me !
Do I dislike
all of NCL's complimentary foods ? No.
Is it the worst
food I’ve had on cruises ? No. MSC
is not that good, though I love their ship, the MSC Divina, and their
production shows ! Years ago, I was on
Seawind Crown, which no longer exist … That was the worst ! That was when I turned to red meat, just to
have something decent to have on this cruise !
Couple of years ago, they added some new choices, such as
calamari. I totally enjoyed this and found
myself ordering, most days at lunch and dinner too. However, they seemed to have cut down this
opportunity, which is a disappointment.
I don’t care for their steaks. The flavor is often very good. It’s trying to chew it that gives me the
problem.
I also do not like that the menu in the lunch room is the
same every day ! If I only see one item
that I want, then it causes me not to return to the dining room for lunch again
! There’s usually about 7-8 choices, but
again, may not be choices I want !
Of course, I also don’t care much for Carnival’s new
brunch menu either. Though I “love” their
mac-n-cheese”, more than 2 days is enough for me ! For whatever reason, I just don’t care for
this brunch concept. And the fact that
breakfast/lunch in the dining room is only available on sea days !
So again, how do I feel about NCL’s new Ultimate Dining
Option ? Not only do I think it is great,
I have often included the cost into my quoted price to callers !
You’ll want to check out these options too: Includes
our steakhouses, churrascarias, French, Asian, Japanese and Italian
restaurants. A 20% discount will be honored at Ocean Blue by Geoffrey Zakarian,
Ocean Blue on The Waterfront, The Raw Bar, Noodle Bar and Sushi.
Enjoy your Norwegian cruise !
Terms & Conditions below:
The Ultimate Dining Package is available via pre-sell or onboard purchase on days 1-2 of the voyage only. On 3-day sailings, the package is only for sale on day 1. No refunds are available if fewer restaurants are visited. The Ultimate Dining Package is non transferable. A la carte priced restaurants and Ocean Blue are not included in the Ultimate Dining Package, but will be discounted 20% for those purchasing the package. Entertainment-based dining and Chef’s Table are not included in the Ultimate Dining Package. Reservations are not required however table availability will be guaranteed for Ultimate Dining Package guests with 24-hour advance reservation. The UDP does not include beverages. Child pricing remains as is for specialty dining. Excludes all 1- and 2-day sailings.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
A. You may purchase it online under our "Dining" section by logging into ncl.com/myncl or through any Norwegian reservation agent. You may also purchase it onboard on the first or second day of your cruise. For three and four day cruises, this package may only be purchased on the first day of your cruise. Please call or visit the Reservations Desk or visit any restaurant reservations podium.
A. The Ultimate Dining Package is honored in all specialty restaurants with the exception of Ocean Blue, a la carte priced restaurants, entertainment-based dining, mini bar and room service.
A. With the Ultimate Dining Package, you can dine in any specialty restaurant every night of your cruise, including our exciting Italian, Asian, Brazilian, French and signature steakhouse restaurants. On Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Epic the Ultimate Dining Package will also include dining at Spiegeltent/Illusionarium on the first sailing day only. Plus, you can enjoy 20% off the cover charge for dinner at Ocean Blue and all a la carte priced restaurants (not included in Ultimate Dining Package).
A. Once you have purchased the Ultimate Dining Package, you can make any dining reservation online under "Dining" by logging into ncl.com/myncl. Reservations for Spiegeltent/Illusionarium must by made under "Entertainment." You can also make a reservation onboard the ship by calling or visiting the Restaurant Reservations Desk, visit any restaurant reservations podium or visit the box office for Spiegeltent/Illusionarium reservations.
A. Yes. Simply make your reservation at ncl.com/myncl. You can also make a reservation onboard the ship by calling or visiting the Restaurant Reservations Desk, visiting any restaurant reservations podium or visiting the box office for Spiegeltent/Illusionarium reservations. Applicable cover charges apply for those who have not purchased the Ultimate Dining Package.
A. No, guests staying in the same stateroom do not need to purchase the package. The Ultimate Dining Package may be purchased individually.
A. The Ultimate Dining Package is for personal consumption. If you wish to pay for someone else’s dinner, you will incur in regular cover charges for their consumption.
A. Your room keycard will be coded as well as tagged with a sticker and used for identification. The restaurant staff will request to see your room keycard for verification prior to service. So keep it handy.
A. No. If you wish to recognize the crew for their service, you may do so at time of service using the gratuity line on the check. Plus, a beverage gratuity of 15% will automatically be added to all beverage sales.
A. No, all items listed on the menus are included in the package. Additional entrée charges also apply for dining at Cagney’s Steakhouse and Le Bistro.
A. The Ultimate Dining Package does not include alcohol, but we offer a wide range of beverage packages, including the Ultimate Beverage Package, Cork & Caps and Viva Vino. For more information about our beverage packages, please check out ncl.com "Gifts & More" or visit any bar onboard the ship on the first day of your cruise.
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