Love doesn’t need a special occasion—but when there is one, why not celebrate it somewhere unforgettable?
Set sail with Norwegian Cruise Line for a celebration that feels completely your own, whether that means saying “I do,” starting your honeymoon, renewing your vows, marking another year together, or simply sneaking away for a little time for two.
With incredible destinations, memorable dining, relaxing spa experiences, romantic extras, and plenty of ways to celebrate both onboard and ashore, I’ll help bring the details together so you can focus on each other—and enjoy every moment along the way.
Big milestones, quiet getaways, and everything in between—Norwegian Cruise Line offers ways to add a little something extra to the moments you’re celebrating at sea.
Plan a wedding or honeymoon, renew your vows, celebrate an anniversary, surprise someone special, or add one of Norwegian’s romance packages to make your time together even sweeter.
Explore the celebration options below and find the perfect way to make your sailing feel a little more like yours.
Starting at $2,059
Celebrate your love with a meaningful ceremony at sea, led by one of Norwegian’s Senior Officers. This symbolic option gives you the romance of saying “I do” onboard without the legal requirements of a marriage ceremony.
Your package includes:
- Onboard Group Service Coordinator
- Ceremony conducted by the ship’s Senior Officer
- Traditional bridal bouquet featuring 12 roses tied with silk ribbon
- Matching groom’s boutonniere
- Pre-recorded ceremony music
- Ceremony vows provided
- 6” wedding cake for the couple
- One bottle of sparkling wine from Norwegian’s Private Selection
- Champagne toast for the couple
- One professional 8×10 photograph presented in an engraved frame
- Canapés delivered to your stateroom
- Chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to your stateroom
- Keepsake ceremony certificate
Please Note: The Symbolic at Sea Wedding is a ceremonial celebration and is not a legally recognized marriage ceremony.
Perfect For: Couples who want the romance and celebration of a wedding ceremony at sea without the legal marriage requirements—or couples who have already completed the legal ceremony at home and want their unforgettable “I do” moment onboard.
Good to Know: This is a symbolic ceremony conducted by a Senior Officer and does not create a legal marriage. Ceremony arrangements, timing and location onboard are subject to availability and will be confirmed during the planning process.
*Package pricing, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
Starting at $3,099
Begin your cruise with an unforgettable “I do.” Norwegian’s Harborside Ceremony takes place onboard on embarkation day, giving you the excitement of a shipboard wedding while allowing both sailing and non-sailing guests to share in your celebration.
Your package includes:
- Check-in for the couple and their sailing guests
- Non-sailing guests permitted to attend the ceremony and reception
- Local non-denominational marriage officiant
- Onsite wedding coordinator
- Ceremony vows provided
- Pre-recorded ceremony music
- Bridal bouquet
- Matching groom’s boutonniere
- 6” wedding cake for the couple
- One bottle of sparkling wine from Norwegian’s Private Selection
- Assistance with obtaining a marriage license, when applicable
Perfect For: Couples who want the excitement of getting married aboard a Norwegian ship while including family and friends who may not be able to join them for the entire cruise. Once the celebration is over, the newlyweds can sail away and let the honeymoon begin.
Good to Know: Harborside ceremonies are performed on embarkation day only and are available on cruises scheduled to depart at 4:00 PM or later. Up to 50 non-sailing guests may attend. If more than 10 non-sailing guests attend the ceremony, a reception is required. Marriage-license requirements vary depending on the ceremony location.
*Package pricing, inclusions, requirements and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
Starting at $3,099
Make your wedding at sea the real thing. Norwegian’s Legal at Sea Wedding combines a legally recognized ceremony performed by the ship’s Captain with romantic touches, dining, photography services, and special perks for the newlyweds.
Your package includes:
- Onboard Group Service Coordinator
- Ceremony conducted by the ship’s Captain
- Traditional bridal bouquet featuring 12 roses tied with silk ribbon
- Matching groom’s boutonniere
- Pre-recorded ceremony music
- Ceremony vows provided
- 6” wedding cake for the couple
- Dinner for two at Le Bistro
- One bottle of sparkling wine from Norwegian’s Private Selection
- One bottle of house red or white wine
- One bottle of Prosecco
- Champagne toast for the couple
- One hour of basic photography services*
- Canapés delivered to your stateroom
- Chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to your stateroom
- Priority tendering
- Priority debarkation
Perfect For: Couples who dream of making the ship and the open sea part of their actual wedding day—not just the honeymoon. This option brings the ceremony and cruise together, with the Captain performing the legal marriage onboard.
Good to Know: Legal at Sea Weddings are available on select itineraries only and must be booked at least 75 days in advance. The package is currently offered aboard Norwegian Breakaway, Epic, Escape, Getaway, Bliss, Encore, Joy, Prima, Gem, Viva, Aqua, and Luna. Additional requirements, exceptions and marriage-license fees may apply depending on the sailing.
*Basic photography service covers the photographer’s time only; prints and digital images are not included. Prints, images and additional photography time are available for purchase.
*Package pricing, inclusions, eligible ships, licensing requirements and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
Starting at $3,299
Take your love story beyond the ship and say “I do” in one of the incredible destinations along your Norwegian itinerary. From tropical settings to unforgettable ports around the world, a Destination Wedding turns your wedding day into part of the adventure itself.
Your package includes:
- Roundtrip transportation for the couple
- Local non-denominational marriage officiant
- Onsite wedding coordinator
- Ceremony vows provided
- Pre-recorded ceremony music
- Bridal bouquet featuring tropical flowers tied with ribbon
- Matching groom’s boutonniere
- 6” wedding cake for the couple
- One bottle of sparkling wine or champagne
- Assistance with obtaining a marriage license, when applicable
- One hour of photography*
Perfect For: Couples who have always pictured exchanging vows somewhere unforgettable. A Destination Wedding combines your ceremony, vacation, and honeymoon into one incredible experience while giving you the opportunity to make one of Norwegian’s ports of call part of your love story.
Good to Know: Destination Wedding pricing varies by port, and ceremony locations, inclusions, transportation, marriage-license requirements and availability depend on the destination. Photography is not included at every port, so available photography services should be confirmed when selecting your wedding destination.
*Photography availability and inclusions vary by port. Please inquire for details.
*Package pricing, inclusions, destination options, licensing requirements and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
Wedding Package Pricing — Good to Know
Published package prices are starting rates and may not include applicable taxes, service charges, marriage-license fees, seasonal supplements, additional guest coordination, or optional enhancements. Final pricing, package inclusions, and availability will be confirmed for your selected ship, sailing, and wedding arrangements.
You don’t have to be getting married to make your Norwegian sailing worth celebrating. Whether you’re honeymooning, marking an anniversary, renewing your vows, or simply planning some well-deserved time together, Norwegian offers packages designed to add a little more romance to your vacation.
A Little Romance from the Moment You Board
Start your Norwegian getaway with a few sweet surprises waiting for you, then enjoy a romantic evening together at one of NCL’s signature specialty restaurants.
Package includes:
- Sparkling wine delivered to your stateroom
- Chocolate-covered strawberries upon embarkation
- Romantic dinner for two at Le Bistro
- Complimentary bottle of wine with dinner
Perfect For: Honeymoons, anniversaries, romantic getaways, or couples who simply want to add a little something special to their cruise.
Good to Know: Package must be ordered at least 5 days before departure. Welcome amenities are delivered on embarkation day. Package availability, inclusions and pricing are subject to change.
Current package details and pricing will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Turn Up the Romance
Make time for just the two of you with a collection of romantic touches spread throughout your Norwegian getaway—from treats waiting in your stateroom to dinner, breakfast in bed, and time together at Mandara Spa.
Package includes:
- Sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries upon embarkation
- Canapés delivered to your stateroom one evening
- Large fruit basket
- Afternoon tea service on the day of your choice
- Breakfast in bed on one morning of your choice
- Romantic dinner for two at Le Bistro
- Complimentary bottle of wine with dinner
- Two 25-minute Mandara Spa half-body Swedish massages
- Two professional 8×10 portraits
Perfect For: Honeymooners, anniversary celebrations, milestone trips, or couples looking to turn an ordinary cruise into a full romantic escape.
Good to Know: Several experiences are enjoyed throughout your sailing rather than all on embarkation day, giving you little moments to look forward to along the way. Advance purchase is recommended, and package availability may vary by sailing.
Package pricing, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
$499*
Go All-In on Romance
Turn your Norwegian cruise into a getaway designed for two. Indulge in Romance brings together specialty dining, relaxing spa time, breakfast in bed, sweet stateroom surprises, and keepsake photos for a celebration that lasts throughout your sailing.
Package includes:
- Sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries upon embarkation
- Large fruit basket delivered to your stateroom
- Gourmet canapés delivered one evening
- Breakfast in bed on two mornings of your choice
- Private afternoon tea service on the day of your choice
- Romantic dinner for two at Cagney’s Steakhouse with a complimentary bottle of wine
- Romantic dinner for two at Le Bistro with a complimentary bottle of wine
- Two 25-minute Mandara Spa half-body Swedish massages
- Two professional 8×10 portraits
Perfect For: Honeymoons, milestone anniversaries, romantic celebrations, or couples who want to spoil themselves with the most complete romance experience of the three packages.
Good to Know: Experiences are spread throughout your cruise, so the celebration continues beyond embarkation day. Dining, spa appointments, and selected in-stateroom experiences should be scheduled in advance when applicable and are subject to availability.
Package pricing, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
$499*
Say “I Do” All Over Again
Celebrate everything that brought you here—and everything still ahead—with an intimate vow renewal at sea. Norwegian’s Private Vow Renewal combines a meaningful ceremony with romantic touches and keepsakes to remember the moment long after you return home.
Package includes:
- Private vow renewal ceremony performed by a ship officer
- Choice of your own vows or traditional vows provided by Norwegian
- Background ceremony music
- Single red rose
- 6” vanilla celebration cake
- Champagne toast for the couple
- Bottle of sparkling wine delivered to your stateroom
- Chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to your stateroom
- Canapés delivered to your stateroom
- Keepsake vow renewal certificate
- One professional 8×10 portrait presented in an engraved frame
Perfect For: Anniversaries, milestone years, or any couple who wants to pause during their vacation and celebrate the promises, memories, and life they’ve built together.
Good to Know: This is a symbolic ceremony, so no marriage license or legal paperwork is required. Vow renewals cannot be held on embarkation day. The ceremony date, time, and onboard location are determined by the ship based on officer availability and operational requirements.
Package pricing, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
$69*
Start the Honeymoon with a Little Celebration
You said “I do”—now let the celebrating continue! Norwegian’s Just Married Party Package adds a festive surprise to your stateroom and a special keepsake to remember your first cruise together as newlyweds.
Package includes:
- “Just Married” stateroom door and interior decorations
- Special photo keepsake
Perfect For: Newlyweds heading straight from the wedding to their honeymoon, couples taking a belated honeymoon, or anyone who wants their stateroom to announce, “Yep—we just got married!”
Good to Know: This is a celebration add-on, not a wedding or honeymoon package, so it’s an easy extra to pair with other Norwegian romance experiences, specialty dining, spa treatments, or a honeymoon sailing.
Package pricing, decorations, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
$69*
Make Another Year Together Worth Celebrating
Bring the anniversary celebration right into your stateroom with a festive surprise waiting onboard. Norwegian’s Happy Anniversary Party Package adds themed decorations and a photo keepsake to help mark another year—and another adventure—together.
Package includes:
- Happy Anniversary themed stateroom decorations
- Celebration banner
- Photo voucher
- Compass Collection photo frame
Perfect For: Anniversaries of any year, couples celebrating a milestone sailing, or anyone who wants to surprise their partner with a little extra celebration waiting onboard.
Good to Know: Happy Anniversary is one of Norwegian’s $69 Party Package themes, along with Just Married, Happy Birthday, Happy Graduation, Congratulations, and Bon Voyage. Cakes are not included with the current package but may be ordered separately.
Package pricing, decorations, inclusions and availability are subject to change. Current details will be confirmed at the time of planning.
Norwegian Cruise Line offers both legal and symbolic wedding ceremonies, with requirements depending on the ship, itinerary, and ceremony location.
Legal Weddings at Sea
Norwegian’s Legal at Sea Wedding allows eligible couples to be legally married onboard on select ships and itineraries. The ceremony is conducted by the ship’s Captain and must be booked at least 75 days in advance.
Marriage-license requirements, documentation, processing procedures, and additional licensing fees apply and can vary depending on the sailing. Assistance with the marriage-license process is provided as part of the wedding arrangements.
Symbolic Weddings at Sea
For couples who want the experience of exchanging vows at sea without creating a new legal marriage, Norwegian offers a Symbolic at Sea Wedding. The ceremony is conducted by one of the ship’s Senior Officers and includes many of the traditional elements of a wedding ceremony without the marriage-license requirements of a legal wedding.
Symbolic ceremonies are a great option for couples who have already completed their legal marriage at home, prefer to avoid additional licensing requirements, or simply want to celebrate their commitment while sailing together.
Good to Know: Legal wedding availability and requirements depend on the ship and itinerary, while destination and harborside ceremonies may be subject to the marriage laws and licensing requirements of the location where the ceremony takes place. Current eligibility, documentation, fees, and ceremony requirements will be confirmed during the planning process.
The little details are what make the celebration yours.
From beautiful florals and personalized décor to wedding cake, photography, music, and reception touches, Norwegian offers ways to bring your own style into the celebration. Whether your vision is simple and intimate or filled with special extras, those finishing touches can turn an incredible day at sea into one that feels completely your own.
Start the Celebration with Something Delicious
Give your guests something to enjoy while they mingle and celebrate with you. Norwegian wedding receptions can be customized with a selection of hors d’oeuvres and canapés, making this an easy addition to a cocktail-style reception or gathering following your ceremony.
Selections may include a variety of hot and cold appetizers, with available menus determined by your ship, sailing, and reception arrangements.
Perfect For: Cocktail receptions, intimate celebrations, pre-dinner gatherings, or couples who want to offer guests something delicious without planning a full meal.
Good to Know: Menu selections, quantities, dietary accommodations, pricing, and availability may vary. Current reception menus and options will be confirmed during the wedding-planning process.
Gather, Celebrate & Share Something Delicious
Your celebration doesn’t have to end when the ceremony does. Norwegian wedding receptions can include food and dining options designed around the size and style of your celebration.
Whether you envision cocktails and light bites, an intimate meal, or a larger reception with family and friends, available dining arrangements can help turn your ceremony into a complete celebration.
Perfect For: Couples planning a reception after their ceremony, groups celebrating together onboard, or anyone who wants food to become part of the wedding experience.
Good to Know: Reception menus, venues, service styles, minimums, and pricing vary by ship, sailing, group size, and wedding arrangements. Available options will be confirmed with your wedding coordinator.
Raise a Glass to the Newlyweds
From a celebratory toast to drinks shared throughout your reception, beverage service can be incorporated into your Norwegian wedding celebration.
Available options may include sparkling wine, wine, beer, cocktails, soft drinks, and other beverages depending on your reception arrangements.
Perfect For: Champagne toasts, cocktail receptions, and couples planning a private celebration with family and friends.
Good to Know: Beverage selections, service options, pricing, minimums, gratuities, and age requirements vary and are subject to Norwegian’s current policies. Your wedding coordinator will confirm the options available for your celebration.
A Sweet Centerpiece for Your Celebration
Nothing says wedding quite like cutting the cake together. Norwegian’s wedding packages include a celebration cake for the couple, while additional cake arrangements may be available when celebrating with family and friends.
Your wedding coordinator can help determine the cake options available for your ceremony or reception based on your celebration size and arrangements.
Perfect For: Couples hosting a reception, celebrating with a larger group, or simply wanting the traditional cake-cutting moment to be part of their wedding day.
Good to Know: Several Norwegian wedding packages already include a 6-inch wedding cake for the couple, so check your selected package before adding anything additional. Cake sizes, flavors, designs, upgrades, and pricing are subject to availability and will be confirmed during planning.
Bring Your Wedding Vision to Life in Bloom
Flowers can completely change the look and feel of your celebration—from the bouquet you carry down the aisle to the finishing touches that surround you as you exchange your vows.
Norwegian wedding packages include select floral elements, while additional arrangements and enhancements may be available to complement your colors, setting, and celebration style.
Available floral touches may include bouquets, boutonnieres, ceremony arrangements, and other decorative floral accents depending on your wedding location and package.
Perfect For: Couples who want to personalize the florals already included with their package or carry a coordinated look throughout their ceremony and celebration.
Good to Know: Check your package first. Norwegian’s wedding packages already include specific bouquets and matching boutonnieres. Additional flowers, colors, varieties, arrangements, and customization are subject to seasonal and destination availability and may carry an additional cost.
Capture Every Moment of Your Special Day
The ceremony may only last a little while, but the photographs let you relive it long after the cruise is over.
Photography is included in different ways with select Norwegian wedding packages, and additional professional photography may be available to capture more of your ceremony, portraits, and celebration.
Perfect For: Couples who want more than a few snapshots and would love professional memories of the ceremony, the two of them together, and the people who came along to celebrate.
Good to Know: Photography inclusions vary by wedding package and ceremony location. Some packages include photography time, a professional portrait, or both, while photography may not be included at certain destination ports. Additional photography, prints, and digital images may be available for purchase.
Set the Soundtrack for Your Love Story
From the music playing as you exchange vows to the songs that get everyone celebrating afterward, music can help set the mood for every part of your wedding day.
Norwegian wedding packages include pre-recorded ceremony music, while additional entertainment options may be available for receptions and private celebrations depending on the ship and event arrangements.
Whether you envision something romantic and understated or a celebration that gets everyone on their feet, your wedding coordinator can help determine the entertainment options available for your sailing.
Perfect For:
- Ceremony music
- Cocktail receptions
- First dances
- Reception entertainment
- Dancing and celebrations with your guests
Good to Know: Pre-recorded ceremony music is already included with Norwegian’s wedding packages. Additional musicians, DJs, entertainment, equipment, and private-event services are subject to ship availability and may carry additional charges.
Why Stop at “I Do”? Keep the Celebration Going
Your ceremony may be the main event, but your Norwegian wedding celebration doesn’t have to end after the vows.
Turn the moment into a reception with family and friends, gather for cocktails and appetizers, enjoy a meal together, cut the cake, raise a glass, or add music and dancing to keep the celebration going.
Create Your Reception
Depending on your ship, sailing, guest count, and wedding arrangements, your celebration may include:
- Hors d’oeuvres and canapés
- Reception dining
- Beverage service
- Sparkling wine or champagne toast
- Wedding cake
- Music and entertainment
- Photography
- Floral enhancements
- Private-event arrangements
Perfect For: Couples who want their wedding to feel like more than a ceremony and would love time afterward to eat, toast, laugh, dance, and celebrate with the people who joined them.
Good to Know: Reception venues, menus, entertainment, private-event options, pricing, and availability vary by ship and sailing. Your wedding coordinator will help determine what can be arranged for your celebration.
The Wedding Is One Day. The Celebration Can Last the Entire Cruise.
One of the best parts of a cruise wedding is having everyone already on vacation together. Once the ceremony and reception are over, there are still days of dining, destinations, entertainment, and adventures ahead.
Continue celebrating with your guests through experiences such as:
- Group specialty dinners
- Cocktails together onboard
- Group activities and entertainment
- Spa experiences
- Shows and nightlife
- Shore excursions
- Group adventures in port
- Pool and sea days together
- Casual meet-ups around the ship
- A farewell meal or final-night celebration
Make the Entire Cruise Part of the Celebration
Plan a welcome gathering, spend a day exploring a port together, meet for dinner after a sea day, or simply let everyone enjoy their vacation and reconnect throughout the sailing.
You can plan as much—or as little—as you'd like, giving your guests plenty of time to enjoy their own vacation too.
Perfect For: Wedding groups who want more than one big day and love the idea of turning their celebration into a vacation everyone gets to share.
Good to Know: Group dining, private events, shore excursions, spa appointments, entertainment, and other experiences may require advance reservations and additional charges. Availability and participation requirements vary by ship, sailing, and group size.
Not sure what your Norwegian celebration could look like? Start with the ceremony that fits your vision, then add the people, experiences, and special touches that matter most to you.
Whether it’s an intimate moment for two or a celebration surrounded by family and friends, there’s more than one way to make your wedding at sea completely your own.
Here are a few ideas to get you inspired.
Just the Two of You | 2 Guests
Perfect for an intimate “just us” moment.
Celebration Idea:
Symbolic at Sea Wedding + Cake & Champagne Toast + Professional Portrait + Dinner for Two at Le Bistro
Make It Even More Special:
Add a spa treatment, another specialty dining experience, or a romantic surprise during the cruise and turn the entire sailing into a getaway designed for two.
Your Inner Circle | Small Wedding
Perfect for celebrating with the people closest to you.
Celebration Idea:
Wedding Ceremony + Intimate Reception + Hors d’Oeuvres + Beverage Service + Wedding Photography
Make It Even More Special:
Plan a specialty dinner together later in the sailing or choose a port where everyone can spend the day exploring together.
Family & Friends | Group Celebration
Perfect when you want the wedding and vacation to become one big celebration.
Celebration Idea:
Wedding Ceremony + Reception + Food & Beverage Service + Photography + Floral Enhancements + Music & Entertainment
Make It Even More Special:
Add a welcome gathering, group dinner, shore excursion, sea-day activity, or farewell celebration and create special moments together throughout the cruise.
Harborside “I Do” + Honeymoon | Sailing & Non-Sailing Guests
Perfect when you want loved ones at the wedding—even if they can’t take the cruise.
Celebration Idea:
Harborside Ceremony + Reception + Wedding Cake + Champagne Toast + Photography → Then Sail Away on Your Honeymoon
Make It Even More Special:
Once you’re officially in honeymoon mode, add Taste of Love, Lovers Delight, or Indulge in Romance and keep the celebration going throughout your vacation.
Good to Know: Harborside ceremonies are available on embarkation day for eligible sailings departing at 4:00 PM or later. Up to 50 non-sailing guests may attend, and a reception is required when more than 10 non-sailing guests are attending.
There’s No One Right Way to Celebrate
These ideas are meant for inspiration and are not pre-built Norwegian wedding packages. Your ceremony, reception, enhancements, group experiences, and romantic extras will depend on your ship, sailing, guest count, availability, and the celebration you want to create.
That’s where I come in. I’ll help you sort through the possibilities, choose the cruise and celebration that fit you, and bring the travel side of your wedding together while your Norwegian wedding team coordinates the ceremony details.
Everything You Need to Know Before Saying “I Do” at Sea
Planning a wedding or romantic celebration at sea works a little differently than planning one on land. From booking your cruise and choosing your ceremony to bringing guests onboard and handling marriage requirements, here are answers to some of the most common questions about celebrating with Norwegian Cruise Line.
Can I legally get married aboard a Norwegian cruise ship?
Yes. Norwegian offers a Legal at Sea Wedding aboard select ships and eligible itineraries.
The ceremony is conducted by the ship’s Captain, and marriage-license requirements, documentation, processing procedures, and additional licensing fees apply.
Legal at Sea Weddings must be booked at least 75 days in advance, and availability depends on the ship and itinerary.
What is the difference between a Legal at Sea and Symbolic at Sea Wedding?
A Legal at Sea Wedding creates a legally recognized marriage and requires the appropriate marriage license, documentation, and applicable fees.
A Symbolic at Sea Wedding gives you the experience of exchanging vows aboard the ship without creating a new legal marriage. The ceremony is conducted by one of the ship’s Senior Officers and does not require the marriage-license process associated with a legal wedding.
Symbolic ceremonies can be a great option for couples who complete their legal marriage at home but still want their wedding celebration at sea.
Do we need to book our Norwegian cruise before booking the wedding?
Yes. Your Norwegian cruise reservation must be secured before the wedding itself can be booked.
Once your cruise is booked and wedding-date availability has been confirmed, you can move forward with the wedding booking and payment process.
How far in advance should we start planning?
Earlier is always better—especially when you’re coordinating both a wedding and a cruise.
Wedding arrangements generally require at least 60 days of advance planning, while Norwegian’s Legal at Sea Wedding requires at least 75 days.
Starting earlier gives you more time to choose your ship and itinerary, secure staterooms for your guests, explore ceremony and reception options, and coordinate everyone’s travel arrangements.
Do we have to sail on the cruise?
Yes. Couples having an onboard Norwegian wedding must be booked and sailing on the cruise.
That’s part of what makes a cruise wedding so special—the ceremony is only the beginning, and your wedding can flow right into your honeymoon or vacation at sea.
Can we get married before the ship leaves port?
Yes. Norwegian’s Harborside Ceremony takes place onboard on embarkation day before the ship sails.
Harborside ceremonies are available on eligible cruises scheduled to depart at 4:00 PM or later and allow both sailing and approved non-sailing guests to attend.
Can people attend our wedding without taking the cruise?
Yes. Norwegian’s Harborside Ceremony allows non-sailing guests to attend the ceremony and reception before the ship departs.
Up to 50 non-sailing guests may attend. If more than 10 non-sailing guests are attending the ceremony, a reception is required.
Non-sailing guests must also meet Norwegian and wedding-program security and identification requirements.
What information is required for non-sailing guests?
Wedding organizers require information for non-sailing guests in advance for security and boarding purposes.
This includes each guest’s full name, date of birth, and driver’s-license or passport information, which must be provided at least 60 days before the wedding.
Guests must bring the same valid photo identification with them when boarding the ship.
Can we have a religious ceremony or bring our own officiant?
Standard ceremonies are generally civil or non-denominational. Religious ceremonies may be available at certain ports upon request and are subject to availability.
Couples may also be able to bring their own officiant. Depending on the ceremony and legal requirements, the wedding program may still provide a backup officiant.
Specific officiant requirements will be confirmed based on your ceremony location and wedding arrangements.
Can we get married at one of the destinations on our itinerary?
Yes. Norwegian offers Destination Weddings at select ports, allowing couples to exchange vows ashore during their cruise.
Available ceremony locations, transportation, legal requirements, licensing procedures, photography, and pricing vary by destination.
Some destination ceremonies may be legal while others may be symbolic depending on the location and arrangements.
Who handles the marriage license?
Marriage-license requirements depend on where your ceremony takes place.
For ceremonies requiring a marriage license, couples are responsible for providing the necessary documentation and completing the applicable legal requirements. The wedding team assists couples with navigating the marriage-license process when applicable.
Requirements, processing times, documentation, and licensing fees vary by ceremony type and destination.
Do we pay a deposit for the wedding?
The wedding package itself is generally paid in full to secure your wedding date rather than reserved with a traditional deposit.
Additional enhancements—such as reception arrangements and other wedding extras—may be selected and paid for separately according to the wedding program’s applicable deadlines and policies.
Is a wedding cake included?
Yes. Norwegian’s primary wedding packages include a 6-inch wedding cake for the couple.
Additional cake arrangements may be available when celebrating with a larger group. Current cake options, sizes, flavors, designs, and pricing will be confirmed during planning.
Are flowers included with Norwegian wedding packages?
Yes. Norwegian wedding packages include select floral elements depending on the ceremony chosen.
These may include a bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere. Additional or customized floral arrangements may also be available for an added cost.
Flower varieties, colors, arrangements, and customization are subject to seasonal, destination, and ship availability.
Is wedding photography included?
Photography inclusions vary by wedding package and ceremony location.
Some packages include professional photography time, a professional portrait, or both. Photography may not be included at every Destination Wedding location.
Additional photography time, prints, digital images, and other photography products may be available for purchase.
Can we have a reception after the ceremony?
Yes. Depending on your ship, sailing, guest count, and wedding arrangements, reception options may be available following your ceremony.
Your celebration may include hors d’oeuvres, dining, beverages, wedding cake, a champagne toast, photography, music, entertainment, and other enhancements based on the options available for your sailing.
For Harborside Weddings, a reception is required when more than 10 non-sailing guests attend.
Can we customize our Norwegian wedding?
Absolutely. Your Norwegian wedding package gives you the foundation for the celebration, and available enhancements can help make it feel completely your own.
Depending on your ship and arrangements, customization may include florals, photography, food and beverage service, reception arrangements, cakes, music, entertainment, and other special touches.
Availability and current pricing will be confirmed during the wedding-planning process.
Can guests bring wedding gifts onboard?
Wedding gifts should not be brought aboard by non-sailing wedding guests because of customs and security regulations.
If you’re inviting guests to an embarkation-day wedding, it’s best to arrange for gifts to be sent elsewhere or exchanged before or after the shipboard celebration.
Does Norwegian offer vow renewals?
Yes. Norwegian offers a Private Vow Renewal for couples who want to say “I do” all over again.
The ceremony is symbolic, so no new marriage license or legal paperwork is required. Vow renewals cannot be held on embarkation day, and the ceremony date, time, and onboard location are determined based on officer availability and operational requirements.
Does Norwegian offer honeymoon, anniversary, and romance packages?
Yes. You don’t have to get married onboard to make your Norwegian sailing part of your celebration.
Norwegian offers romance and celebration options including Taste of Love, Lovers Delight, Indulge in Romance, Private Vow Renewal, Just Married, and Happy Anniversary experiences.
Depending on the package, your celebration may include specialty dining, sparkling wine, chocolate-covered strawberries, spa treatments, breakfast in bed, stateroom surprises, photography, and other romantic touches.
Can we turn our wedding into a group cruise?
Absolutely. One of the biggest advantages of a cruise wedding is having the opportunity to turn one special day into an entire vacation with the people you love.
Depending on your group and sailing, we can explore stateroom arrangements, group dining, onboard gatherings, shore excursions, and other experiences that allow everyone to celebrate together while still enjoying their own vacation.
Who handles the wedding and who handles our cruise?
This is where the two sides of your celebration come together.
DreamCrafters Travels LLC helps you with the cruise and travel side—choosing the right Norwegian ship and itinerary, selecting staterooms, coordinating guest cruise reservations, helping with group travel, and keeping the vacation side of your celebration organized.
Norwegian’s designated wedding team and wedding service providers handle the wedding side—including ceremony availability, wedding-package arrangements, legal requirements, officiants, ceremony logistics, and wedding-specific enhancements.
I’ll help you understand how those pieces fit together so you don’t have to navigate the cruise and wedding sides on your own.
Will the prices and package inclusions shown here stay the same?
Wedding packages, romance packages, enhancements, fees, eligible ships, destinations, requirements, and inclusions are subject to change.
Any pricing shown on this page is provided as a planning reference. Current availability, requirements, inclusions, and pricing will always be confirmed before you make your final selections.
Prices shown are based on current Norwegian Cruise Line wedding and celebration information and are subject to change. Food and beverage options, guest minimums, service requirements, and applicable gratuities may vary by ship, sailing, venue, and event arrangements. Floral enhancements, photography, entertainment, additional reception time, cake upgrades, and other custom options may be individually quoted. Final pricing, availability, menus, requirements, and inclusions should always be confirmed with Norwegian’s designated wedding team during the planning process.