NCL releases winter 2027-28 sailings

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has revealed details of its winter 2027-28 deployment, confirming the return of its popular ‘Free at Sea Plus’ offer across sailings.

Covering 370 cruises from September 2027 to April 2028, the new season features itineraries from two to 22 days, visiting 144 destinations across 47 countries.

Available on sailings from February 1, 2026, the upgraded Free at Sea Plus package offers expanded amenities, including premium drinks, streaming Wi-Fi and Starbucks coffee, priced at US$49.99 per person per day. The package is being reinstated “by popular demand”, according to NCL.

The cruise line said it is placing a “strong focus” on the Bahamas, Caribbean, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera, Asia, Australia and New Zealand for the upcoming season. Highlights include an average port time of 9.5 hours, 71 late departures across 31 ports and 70 overnight stays.

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Two new Prima Class ships will homeport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, marking a first for the brand, while seven other vessels will sail from ports across Florida. Additional embarkation points include Philadelphia, Galveston, New Orleans and Los Angeles.

In Asia-Pacific, Norwegian Jade will sail from Japan, Korea, Hong Kong and Singapore, and Norwegian Spirit will operate its fifth consecutive season departing from Sydney, Auckland and Singapore.