Norwegian Cruise Line: Norwegian Sun

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Best Dessert: Anything chocolate is well worth the calories; order decadent chocolate treats and linger over coffee and a glass of tawny port to end your meal.

Unique at Sea: Entering uncharted waters for fresh seafood, NCL offers patrons of East Meets West the selection of their own live lobster from the octagonal lobster tank. Have it prepared broiled with lemon butter, with hollandaise sauce, or wok-flashed and served atop noodles in a Kaffir lime and lemongrass broth.

Best Added Value: Try all the free food: the tapas in Las Ramblas and healthy selections in Pacific Heights are complimentary.

Our Favorite Spot for a Nightcap: The pianist in the Windjammer Bar will be happy to play requests. To accompany a late-night cognac, an adjacent nook set aside for cigar smokers has oversize leather chairs and a clubby atmosphere.

Best Late-Night Munchies: Head for the Sports Bar for live broadcasts of sporting events and snacks.