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NCL Just Added a $5 Charge Nobody Saw Coming #cruisenews

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👁️ 2K views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 0:25
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Creator's Key Takeaways

NCL continues to implement more changes with a $5 fee for a second entree in the complimentary main dining room.

This follows other changes in the booking process, dining cancellation fees, and a new app update.

But yeah, you want that extra entree, it's going to cost you $5.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check out the full video for all of the changes.
Be aware that additional entrees now cost $5 each.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the new $5 charge for second entrees on NCL?
QHow does this change follow other recent NCL updates?

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YouTube Video Description

Norwegian Cruise Line just implemented ANOTHER new charge - a $5 fee for second entrees in the main dining room starting September 26, 2025. This comes on the heels of 3 other major NCL changes I covered recently. Your first entree is still free, but additional entrees now cost $5 each - similar to Carnival and MSC's policies. 🎥 Watch my full breakdown of the 3 Major NCL Changes: [Link to video OoDcHR6_HHc] #norwegiancruiseline #ncl #cruisetips #cruisenews #cruisetravel