Instagram-Worthy Destinations to Explore on NCL Cruises

A week is all it takes - your fine taste in choosing the world’s best cruise destinations and your photographer’s eye for capturing their beauty can transform a quiet social media feed from non-existent to absolutely blowing up! From chasing golden light across the horizon from your ship’s deck to waiting for the perfect angle to capture breathtaking wildlife in Alaska or experiencing charming cities and postcard-perfect coastlines - sailing aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) fleet isn’t just about hopping from one iconic destination to the next, it’s about capturing moments in time and sharing it with the world, one photo at a time.

Here are four destinations where the photographer in you will find the perfect frame every second:

Landscape Photography: Iceland

If you’re drawn to otherworldly landscapes and surreal natural beauty, Iceland is the destination for you. Picture waterfalls tumbling through moss-covered cliffs, dramatic black sand beaches, steaming geothermal fields, and the ethereal glow of northern skies.

Sailing with NCL offers photographers the chance to capture Iceland’s cinematic scenery without the hassle of multiple land transfers. Explore ports like Reykjavik and Akureyri, where volcanic terrain, bubbling geysers, and serene glacial lagoons promise striking contrasts and once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities.

Architectural Photography: Mediterranean

If architecture excites you, look no further than Norwegian Cruise Line’s 9- to 11-day Mediterranean sailings, departing from iconic cities like Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon, and more.

From ancient ruins to seaside citadels, every stop feels like a film set waiting to be captured. Frame the grandeur of the Colosseum, stroll past the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and photograph the sweeping piazzas of Florence or the Baroque balconies of Valletta.

Wildlife Photography: Alaska

If you’re a wildlife photography buff, few places offer the kind of raw, untamed beauty of Alaska. Capture bald eagles in flight, humpback whales breaching icy waters, and even grizzly bears along rugged shorelines.

These late summer to autumn shoulder-season sailings are perfectly timed for clear skies, crisp air, and unforgettable natural encounters.

Cultural Photography: Asia

For those drawn to the buzz of cities, bustling streets, human stories, and rich traditions, Asia is your frame. NCL’s immersive 9-14 day itineraries aboard Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Spirit take you through a kaleidoscope of cultures.

Capture monks walking in line at dawn, steaming bowls of pho on a Hanoi street corner, or the intricate carvings of temples in Cambodia.

With sailings available from August onwards, this is the perfect season for travel photography: cooler weather, great light, and the festive buzz of local life all waiting to be captured.