Norwegian Cruise Line · On board
What is the dress code?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Cruise casual, and no mandatory formal nights
- Smart casual applies in the upscale dining venues.
- Norwegian states plainly that there are no compulsory formal nights — you can dress up if you want to.
In one sentence — Norwegian Cruise Line: Cruise casual, and no mandatory formal nights. Smart casual applies in the upscale dining venues. Norwegian states plainly that there are no compulsory formal nights — you can dress up if you want to. Read from Norwegian Cruise Line's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Norwegian Cruise Line before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
Two questions really: what is expected at dinner, and what happens on formal or gala nights.
Where this came from
https://www.ncl.com/travel-blog/what-to-wear-on-a-caribbean-cruise-vacationWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.