Cruising and dining go hand in hand. Gone are the days of having early or late dining everyday in the same dining room. Today's cruise experience offers so much more on just about every cruise line worldwide.

One of the leaders in revolutionizing the dining experience is Norwegian Cruise Line. In 2000, NCL was the first to offer "Freestyle Dining" and other cruise lines soon followed with their own variations. All of Norwegian Cruise Line's ships offer a myriad of options ranging from casual dining to fine gourmet dining. Their newest ship, the Norwegian Epic, boasts 21 dining options – 11 of which are offered at no additional charge.

Here are just a few reasons why the Norwegian Cruise Line dining experience enhances your cruise experience.

Great Choices

The restaurants range from casual to elegant. You can dine at venues including endless buffets, an Italian Trattoria, Asian cuisine and Sushi, fresh grill restaurants, and pizza. Dine in a fine American steakhouse, a French gourmet Bistro, a Hibatchi grill restaurant or dance the night away in a supper club. There's that and so much more.

Dine on Your Own Schedule

With NCL's Freestyle dining you can eat where you want and when you want. If your day was action packed in a port and you just want to grab a quick bite you can do that. Feel like getting dressed up and having a night on the town? You can do that too. With Freestyle dining the choice is yours.

Kid Friendly

Cruising with the family is a great experience and all of the dining options make it even easier. Let the kids be entertained at a Hibatchi dinner, enjoy Nickelodeon character breakfasts or choose from any of the dining options offered. The great thing about it is that you can eat when you want so early dining is not a problem.

From kids to grandparents – and everyone in between – there’s a huge menu sure to satisfy any foodie’s craving or any child’s desire for chicken fingers or pizza! Like the rest of the NCL experience, the options are endless.

Cruise ships offer a myriad of activities that keep you entertained. Whether onboard or on land your days can be spent spoiled in luxurious relaxation, enjoying fun filled activities or exciting adventures or celebrating a momentous occasion.

Here are just some of the options that are offered on board an NCL cruise.

1. A Day at the Spa: You work hard; you deserve a break every now and then. Norwegian Cruise Line spas offer all traditional spa services and more. You can enjoy a massage, full body wrap, acupuncture session, aromatic experience or professional Botox treatment and leave all your worries behind. Spa Suites are now offered on the Norwegian Epic and include exclusive complimentary access to the Thermal Suites where you’ll find heated tile lounge chairs, saunas, hydrotherapy pool, whirlpools and steam rooms as well as many other amenities.
2. Get Hitched: What could be more romantic than a marriage at sea? Forget Vegas, you can personalize every detail of your wedding day on an NCL cruise. From wedding cakes to the marriage certificate, all your dreams will be fulfilled. You can even use the on-board photography service to document every second of your special day.
3. Golf Adventures: Tee it up on a Norwegian Cruise Line and get access to courses from Hawaii to Bermuda and beyond. Trained golf professionals help you improve your game and guided tours provide behind-the-scenes access to some of the most respected courses in the world. You can rent the finest equipment from Nike and enjoy a golf experience you're sure to remember forever.
4. Nickelodeon at Sea Norwegian Cruise Line offers family-friendly cruise activities of all types, including games and sing-a-longs featuring Nickelodeon's biggest stars! Party with Spongebob Squarepants, play Nick Live poolside or sing and dance with Dora the Explorer. Your children enjoy them every day on television and the opportunity to meet Nickelodeon’s cast of characters in person will take their cruise experience to the next level.
5. Hit The Casino: Party like a rock star in Norwegian Cruise Line’s famous casinos. This Vegas-like excitement will be just the rush you need to get through another winter or a tough meeting with the boss. Games include slots, table games of all types and even full-tilt poker. Join the Casino Players Club for special rewards like free spa treatments and complimentary cruises and you too can feel like a high roller.

From fun with the family poolside to a night with that special someone in the casino, Norwegian Cruise Line cruises offer many unexpected entertainment options. So bring the family, some good luck and your best smile aboard and prepare to have a great time.