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Great cruise overall
"Juanta at the buffet area “washy washy” greeter was an absolute angel and we enjoyed her happy smile and genuine hospitality throughout the cruise.Went on the eleven night cruise out of Miami on the Pearl...."Read More
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Was not what I was hoping for

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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Sunseeker1001
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We chose this cruise because it was so inexpensive (our airfare was as much as the cruise); only going to places where walking distances or long bus rides to excursions. Husband uses a rollator for serious back issues. We tried to get spots on snorkeling at both Harvest Caye and Cozumel (HC was sold out on the first day NCL took reservations online. Cozumel was cancelled due to the weather; ...
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Sail Date: January 2024

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Balcony

Traveled with disabled person


Very poor service

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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ILoveCruising12345
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

They usually only have one bartender working at each bar. This means long lines all the time! Maybe it's their way of making sure people don't get to drunk? Either way it's frustrating to purchase a drink package and wait 30 minutes anytime you want one. The restaurants are no better. I think they need more staff or better management. We waited over 45 minutes before our appetizer even arrived. ...
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Sail Date: January 2024


Below expectations

Review for a Bahamas Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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Leah J
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

Let’s start by highlighting the positives…hmmm. Well most of the crew was pleasant. The attendants at the buffets were great. Food was extremely mediocre. We ate at the buffet because of the kids. The room was nice. My blanket was dirty so I took it off the bed and requested a new one. Most dishes were bland and overcooked. Fish tasted like cardboard, chicken was dry and very little flavor. Very ...
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Sail Date: December 2023

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony

Traveled with children


Decent given the price

Review for a Bahamas Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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discoroux
2-5 Cruises • Age 30s

Just cruised on the Pearl for 3 days to the Bahamas. My biggest complaint (aside from the hard to use app, which isn't really the ship's fault) is that the bed was way too firm and the pillows way too soft. Entertainment was average. Typical lounge music wasn't the best, but bingo nights were a lot of fun. There's a good variety of dining options. The quality of that food though is debatable. ...
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Sail Date: December 2023

Cabin Type: Courtyard Villa with Balcony


Good but…

Review for a Bahamas Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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midnightmags
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

We chose this cruise to enjoy a bit of fun in the sun with our kids, ages 10 and 12. We’ve cruised on Norwegian, Royal and Disney on cruises between 4-17 nights in the past and while this was a pleasant cruise it didn’t stand up to Royal or Disney in terms of genuine and warm customer service, food quality and options, entertainment or kids programming. There was nothing really wrong with anything ...
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Sail Date: December 2023

Cabin Type: Mini-Suite with Balcony

Traveled with children


Bad experience, worse company

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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drnkyBdwy
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

The ship itself is well run by captain and crew. One can feel confident that they are safe, that the crew are competent. The service staff below management level are mostly genuine, friendly and helpful. Stunningly, the upper level staff, particularly the “customer service” staff were almost uniformly arrogant, condescending and officious. The internet manager in particular was a complete jerk. If ...
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Sail Date: December 2023


Great cruise overall

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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barrelracinchamp
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s

Went on the eleven night cruise out of Miami on the Pearl. This was the longest cruise we had ever been on but it went by fast and was never monotonous. We had an inside cabin… (personally would avoid this floor as it’s under the kitchens and dining area and was pretty noisy.) Food was amazing on buffet and main dinging room Summer Palace. Service was top notch as well although I missed the ...
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Sail Date: November 2023


Good Panama Canal Cruise

Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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fenny7cats
2-5 Cruises • Age 20s

My husband and I booked this cruise nearly 2 years ago for my 60th Birthday, we booked a club balcony suite on Deck 11, which at the time of booking had a bathtub. Sadly, due to refurbishment, on sail date it had only a shower (which I hate). Boarding We boarded a little later than scheduled which is not good when the terminal building is filling fast, seating is full up and there is only ...
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Sail Date: January 2023

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony


It was when I read "One Night Only with Matt" that I knew they'd stopped caring about the Pearl or anyone on it...

Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Pearl

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Serac
10+ Cruises • Age 40s

A LITTLE BACKGROUND: My two children (11 and 20) and I chose this cruise because we had 'Piece of Mind credits' that were about to expire. Well... Correction: My two children (11 and 20) and I chose this cruise because we'd never been to Central America before, and thought the Canal would be a pretty interesting spot through which to traverse. We'd also been somewhat disappointed by how ...
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Sail Date: January 2023

Traveled with children


Very satisfying - would rate 4 1/2 stars if I could

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Lottosal65
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

My husband (DH) and I just returned from 11 days in the Caribbean on the Norwegian Pearl, in an aft penthouse suite (#8132). The cruise was a partial transit through the Panama Canal. The following are our observations - a wonderful time, with a couple of small hiccups along the way. Embarkation: We embarked in Miami. The new NCL terminal B is beautiful, but things got off to a rocky start ...
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Sail Date: January 2023

Cabin Type: Aft-Facing Penthouse with Balcony


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