Norwegian Cruise Line Adds No-Show Fee for Specialty Dining

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out a new policy for its specialty restaurants. If you don’t cancel or update your reservation at least two hours before your dining time, a $10 per person fee will be charged. Reservations are still held for 15 minutes past the booking time before being released.

The rule covers popular spots like Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro, Los Lobos, Ocean Blue, Teppanyaki, and Onda by Scarpetta. Guests can cancel or make changes through the NCL app, by phone before sailing, or while onboard at Guest Services or the dining desk.

Specialty dining is often part of NCL’s More at Sea offers, but even if your meal is included in the package, the $10 charge will still apply if you don’t show up. The idea is to cut down on no-shows that tie up reservations and leave tables sitting empty while other guests are turned away.

This update is already showing up in the Freestyle Daily newsletter and in the dining policy on NCL’s website. For cruisers, it’s another reminder to keep an eye on your plans or cancel early if something changes.

Read more: Specialty Dining Menus on NCL