Passengers decide with whom they wish to dine or if they prefer to dine alone. Those who enjoy the more traditional cruise experience can opt for a preset time and table for dinner. NCL ships have roughly one crew member per stateroom, a service ratio typically found on luxury ships and at upscale resorts. It adds up to 100 more crew members per ship in an effort to offer passengers the best in service. The new Freestyle gratuity program automatically adds suggested amounts for onboard service personnel to each passenger account.
Passengers can choose to reduce, increase or eliminate the amount if they wish.
Resort casual attire is always appropriate on Freestyle Cruising ships. Formal nights are optional, but not required. Active types love the new Lifestyle Program on NCL ships with a choice of programs to improve their mind and body. Of course, there are also hot tubs and lounge chairs on board for those who want only pure relaxation. A selling point for past cruisers who have experienced a wait for disembarkation is NCL's guest-friendly Freestyle system.