Deal watch: Norwegian Cruise Line throws in free drinks, other perks

Norwegian Cruise Line is back with another Freestyle Choice promotion for November and December that brings free perks with new bookings.

The Miami-based operator says customers who book a cruise of three to 16 nights by Dec. 31 can choose from one of four value-added options that include a free Specialty Dining Package, free Ultimate Beverage Package or 250-minute WiFi package.

The fourth option is a $50-per-port shore excursion credit in up to four ports.

Customers who book a room in one of the exclusive Haven complexes on Norwegian ships or a suite will get all four perks.

The promotion is available with any sailing booked more than 30 days in advance of departure.

Norwegian also is offering customers who book a South America cruise on the Norwegian Sun on select dates an on-board credit of $100. To qualify, customers must book by the end of November.

Norwegian's Specialty Dining Package includes dinners at specialty restaurants that normally come with an extra charge. The Ultimate Beverage Package includes wine, beer and cocktails.

Paste BN Cruise last week got exclusive access among U.S. media to Norwegian's newest ship, the soon-to-be-christened Norwegian Escape. For our 'first look' tour of the vessel, click through the carousel at the top of this story. Click through the carousel below for a first look at Escape's swankiest suites and standard cabins.