david_sobe Posted February 8, 2011 #1 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Anyone know about this discount program and how much the discount is? THANKS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emcelh Posted February 8, 2011 #2 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Anyone know about this discount program and how much the discount is?THANKS Not positive, but I think this a discount given to families of NCL employees. I don't know how much it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arielmurphy Posted February 8, 2011 #3 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Yes it is a discount for family - don't know why they call it friends. You have to be very related, mother, father, sister, brother, grandparent or child. It is a great discount. My mother and I are using it to cruise with my daughter on the Gem - yea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistshar Posted February 9, 2011 #4 Share Posted February 9, 2011 That must be really great for you! I am jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted February 9, 2011 #5 Share Posted February 9, 2011 It is for family and close friends but not all ships, sailings, cabins selections are available. Employees get a list of sailings and prices quarterly. Plus if the ships sells out you can get bumped from that sailing with little to no warning. Not worth it in my opinion, otherwise it would be a great way to sail with a family member that works for NCL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garycarla Posted February 10, 2011 #6 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Anyone know about this discount program and how much the discount is?THANKS I have never heard of it. What have you heard? Who told you and do they have more information? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted February 10, 2011 #7 Share Posted February 10, 2011 I have never heard of it. What have you heard? Who told you and do they have more information? Do you know anyone that works for NCL? They should know about it and be able to give you information. You would need them to turn in the 'application' for you to see if you are approved for the discount and the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLDude Posted February 10, 2011 #8 Share Posted February 10, 2011 First rule about Friends and Family Rates.... Don't Talk About Friends and Family Rates! Tyler Durden 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted February 10, 2011 #9 Share Posted February 10, 2011 (edited) I think the employees get on the ships for free...in fact, I think they get paid to do so ;) Maybe it's some sort of super secret insider rate LOL Edited February 10, 2011 by mbisson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeattleCruiselover Posted February 10, 2011 #10 Share Posted February 10, 2011 First rule about Friends and Family Rates.... Don't Talk About Friends and Family Rates! Tyler Durden Exactly. it was the same with Princess. We were not allowed to discuss it with ANYONE, even family and friends. If they wanted to go, there was a special department to book it, and they were given the itineraries and princes then and only then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeattleCruiselover Posted February 10, 2011 #11 Share Posted February 10, 2011 I think the employees get on the ships for free...in fact, I think they get paid to do so ;) Maybe it's some sort of super secret insider rate LOL Yes, they pay, and no, they don't get paid. It is a good rate, but not at all free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted February 10, 2011 #12 Share Posted February 10, 2011 First rule about Friends and Family Rates.... Don't Talk About Friends and Family Rates! Tyler Durden yep, just like airline "friends and family" rates or special rates for the travel industry on cruises etc. There are good reasons for this of course. Nita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted February 10, 2011 #13 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Yes, they pay, and no, they don't get paid. It is a good rate, but not at all free. I think he was being facetious!!! Nita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted February 10, 2011 #14 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Yes, they pay, and no, they don't get paid. It is a good rate, but not at all free. That's a job I wouldn't want then I think he was being facetious!!! Nita As is often said in the main show rooms "BINGO!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyechiajames Posted August 4, 2016 #15 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Does anyone have any updated information about the employee friends and family discount on NCL. How it works Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjnyc323 Posted August 5, 2016 #16 Share Posted August 5, 2016 No need to ask this here. If you are fortunate to have family crew member or close friend to get you this rate they are the ones who would have the answers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvlb Posted August 5, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 5, 2016 I'm a former crew member - it's for crew and their immediate family only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdoraBelle Posted August 5, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 5, 2016 No need to ask this here. If you are fortunate to have family crew member or close friend to get you this rate they are the ones who would have the answers This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cml4958 Posted August 5, 2016 #19 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Does anyone have any updated information about the employee friends and family discount on NCL. How it works The search function on NCL's site is your friend. Information from NCL's website... Norwegian offers a benefit program with numerous plans to choose from; you can design your own benefits package. The following list summarizes benefits offered by Norwegian to eligible Team Members. This is not an expressed or implied guarantee of benefits. Detailed information regarding available benefit plans is provided to newly hired Team Members during New Team Member Orientation. Norwegian's Benefits Program includes: Medical, Dental and Vision plans Basic Life Insurance Plans Supplemental Life Insurance and Dependent Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Paid Time Off (Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time) Team Member Assistance Program Cruise Discount Programs (Team Member and Friends & Family) Service Recognition Programs Prepaid Group Legal Plan Credit Union Membership Training & Development Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Assistance And the link for the page, https://www.ncl.com/about/careers/corporate-employment/benefits In the search engine I typed employee family cruise discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcakes122 Posted August 5, 2016 #20 Share Posted August 5, 2016 I'm SURE this has changed, but for those curious my sister and BIL both worked for NCL many (many, many) moons ago. At that time, the family discount rate was $25 a day as long as I traveled with my sister or traveled on the ship where she worked. Cabin assignments would be made at the last minute, and more times than not we wound up in a suite. (my first cruise ever was on a family discount on the SS Norway in a pool deck suite which ruined me for life lol) I can only guess what the family policy is now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastman86 Posted August 5, 2016 #21 Share Posted August 5, 2016 I will say that I just found out that my work does a discount through Norwegian! However I found out after my final payment and the cruise has increased in price from when i booked it so I will not be utilizing it. It is called work play and gives you 10% off. So while you may not get the employee amazing employee price you may be eligible for another discount because of your employer. I do work for a very large corporation, but the fine print says your company only needs to be more than 50 employees to participate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callmehalia Posted August 5, 2016 #22 Share Posted August 5, 2016 I know nothing about the F&F discount etc but I do know this page shows up in your edocs if you're a F&F booking: Dear Team Member, Team Member Relative, Vendors or Guest: We look forward to welcoming you aboard our ship on your upcoming cruise. We have established an 800 number for Family & Friends to answer any questions. They can be reached at 866.880.4489. Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30pm EST. Additionally, they can assist with such add-ons like: a. Airport Transfers - to and/or from the pier b. Pre and/or post hotels c. Trip Protection - that includes cancel for any reason and job loss protection (Friends & Family bookings do not get special handling and are subject to penalties regardless of the reason for cancellation - exceptions will not be made. For this reason, we highly recommend your Friends & Family purchase travel protection.) d. Dinning & Entertainment - Epic Only, Changes and cancellations (reservation can be made on-line) However, before embarking the vessel, there are a few things you should know. As a team member, team member relative or guest of Norwegian Cruise Line, we ask you to comply with the following: General - Team Members, team member relatives and guests are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner. Inappropriate behavior or dress may result in the loss of future cruise privileges and may result in disciplinary action against the team member. Service Charges - Team Member, team member relatives, vendors or guests traveling under this program, as well as Staff sailing onboard on Company Business on any Norwegian Cruise Line ship, MUST pay a daily per person per day service charge that will be added to your onboard account for all guests 3 and older. There are no exemptions to this rule and anyone who refuses to pay will be reported to the respective Department Heads. Service Charges will not be adjusted once onboard! Full Fare Guests - Norwegian's full fare guests are our top priority and should be given proper consideration, priority seating, dining and other arrangements over team member, team member relatives or guests. Stateroom Assignments - Stateroom assignments are made based on space availability. Stateroom changes or upgrades may not be requested onboard. Additionally, Norwegian reserves the right to change a stateroom assignment or cancel a team member's stateroom assignment in favor of revenue guests. Norwegian will make every effort to avoid this situation, but it may occur and the full cooperation from the team member, team member relative or guest is expected . Cruise Fare - Do not discuss your cruise fare with other guests. Dress Code - Norwegian Cruise Line's Freestyle Cruising gives you the freedom to dress as you please. However, you are expected to adhere to the appropriate dress standards onboard Norwegian vessels. For additional information please refer to the "Welcome Aboard" booklet included in your document jacket. Table Assignments - Norwegian Cruise Line's Freestyle Cruising lets you choose, what kind of food to eat, at what time and in which restaurant. This allows you to choose from a 24-hour buffet to open-seating dining in a variety of restaurants and cafes with individual menus. Coast Guard Drill - All guests (including team members, team member relatives or guests) are required to attend the mandatory Coast Guard drill for their own safety and the safety of others. Casino - Please refer to NCL's Intranet Casino Policy and Procedures folder for the most up to date information. If the team member, team member relative, vendor and/or guests of the team member do not follow the guidelines that have been established by Norwegian Cruise Line, it may result in the team member being unable to participate in the special team member and/or family and friends fare programs being offered on future sailings. Additionally, the team member may be subject to loss or suspension of future cruise privileges. We trust this information will help you plan your trip. We know that you will represent Norwegian Cruise Line in the highest of professional standards. Have a wonderful cruise. We ask that if you enjoyed your experience onboard that you help us spread the word about how great it is to cruise with Norwegian by posting your comments on Cruise Critic and sharing your experiences on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Sincerely, Norwegian Cruise Line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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