Travel Essentials Important Information

Carefully read the documentation that each guest is required to present at the pier prior to boarding. Travel to some destinations may require special visas and travel authorizations before the cruise.

If travelling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different visa or travel requirements. Whilst we attempt to provide you with the most up-to-date information below, we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be travelling to throughout your journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

US Citizens:

You are required to carry one of the following documents:

A valid Passport

OR

Proof of Citizenship (see below) AND a government-issued photo ID

• Original certificate of U.S. naturalization
• Original certificate of U.S. citizenship
• State certified U.S. birth certificate (Baptismal paper, hospital certificate of birth, and Puerto Rico birth certificates issued prior to 7/1/10 are not acceptable)
• U.S. Consular report of your birth abroad
• Enhanced Driver’s License (enhanced driver’s licenses are only issued in Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont and Washington)
• A valid Passport card

Please note:

Photocopies or pictures of documents will not be accepted.

*A U.S. citizen under the age of 16 does not require a government-issued photo ID.

A valid passport is required on all sailings that begin in one US port and end in another US port.

Norwegian Cruise Line strongly recommends all guests to obtain a passport for their cruise holiday for the following reasons:

• If you miss the ship at its scheduled U.S. departure port and need to travel outside the U.S. to meet the ship, a passport would be required to travel internationally by air.
• If you unexpectedly need to depart the ship from a foreign port prior to the end of sailing, a passport would be required to travel internationally by air.
• International ports of call can change their travel requirements at their own discretion and may unexpectedly require all guests to have a valid passport to go ashore.

If you need to obtain a passport quickly, please contact Visa Central at 844-834-5702 and reference account 75006 for discounted Visa Central service fees. Visa Central can obtain a passport in as little as 48 hours.

Non-US Citizens:

1) A valid Passport

All Non-U.S. citizes must carry a valid Passport, (not Expiring within 6 months of the end of your cruise). In addition, a tourist visa may be required for entry into certain countries/ports of call. To confirm the specific documents required, please be sure to check with the proper authorities (such as your local immigration office) for each port that you are entering. You can also contact Visa Central to answer your questions.

AND (where relevant)

2) U.S. Alien Resident Card (ARC)

U.S. Alien Residents holding an Alien Resident Card (ARC), also known as a "Green Card" must be in possession of the ARC in order to sail. U.S. Alien Residents who do not have their ARC with them at check in will be denied boarding. It is recommended that these guests also carry their passports from their country of citizenship if available. In some instances, ARC holders may still be required to have travel permits and/or visas to enter countries Norwegian Cruise Line visits in these destinations.

3) Canadian Residency Permit (CRP)

Canadian Residency Permit (CRP) holders who are NOT in possession of their permanent resident papers or a valid Temporary Resident Visa will be denied boarding if the ship visits any Canadian port during the cruise. In addition, the Canadian resident can be refused re-entry into Canada without their proper resident documentation.

Important Information for Chinese citizens cruising in the United States

Effective November 29, 2016, all Chinese passport holders that have a 10 year B1/B2 non-immigrant visa are now required to fill out an Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) enrolment in order to enter the United States. All Chinese guests with a 10-year B1/B2 visa must complete their EVUS enrolment prior to arriving to the pier. Proof of EVUS enrolment must be shown at check-in and is required to board the ship. This applies to all U.S. ports. For more information, please visit www.evus.gov.

We kindly inform all guests, that they are responsible for any Visa arrangements if required.

On a Norwegian cruise, you travel from destination to destination - and only unpack once. That said, cruisers tend to pack twice as many clothes they need. 

All staterooms feature a TV, safe, hair dryer, bathroom toiletries and a mini bar, to be paid upon consumption. Room service is available from 5 am to midnight (subject to charge), and all stateroom-to-stateroom calls are free. Guests in The Haven Suites can enjoy exclusive access to The Haven Courtyard, Restaurant & Lounge, 24-hour butler service, priority restaurant reservations, Bliss Collection bedding and much more. Guests staying in Studios have access to the Studio Lounge.

Enjoy complimentary beach towel service as you lounge at the poolside, swim, or relax in the hot tub. Or take part in any number of onboard sports activities, even work up a sweat in the fitness center, featuring all the latest equipment. So, make sure to pack your sports clothes!

Bag Allowances

Each guest is allowed two pieces of checked luggage each with a 50-pound limit. Luggage should be clearly labelled with your name, address, and contact number. Please also check the bag allowances with your airline, if applicable.

It may take a few hours after embarkation for your luggage to be delivered to your stateroom. Likewise, suitcases are collected on the last night of your cruise from outside your stateroom door.

Please note: To avoid any complications, be sure to bring a small bag such as a backpack to keep with you for carrying any necessary medication, valuables, important documents, and need-to-have items.

What not to bring on board
Guests are not allowed to bring on board alcoholic beverages (except for wine & champagne which is subject to a corkage fee), firearms, weapons of any kind, ammunition, explosive substances, or any goods of a dangerous nature, nor animals of any kind, except service or guide animals.

All Members of the Global Information Network are expected to conduct themselves in accordance to the policies in the Membership Agreement and GIN Code of Conduct. GIN reserves the right to dismiss any Member from the Cruise who is not adhering to these policies at GIN’s discretion or the discretion of cruise line.

The Dress Code Guide with a description and pictures for men and women has been provided on the GIN website.The Club expects its Members to adhere to the dress code provided for each event. The appropriate dress code is provided for each event on the schedule. The following are the general dress codes for the cruise: General Sessions: Business Attire | Around the Ship: Resort Wear | Banquet: Formal Attire

Translations equipment will be available for the General Sessions on the cruise. This must be purchased prior to the event via the events section on the GIN website in 2025.