Norwegian Pearl - Western Caribbean from Miami
A 5-night Western Caribbean sailing aboard the classic Norwegian Pearl, visiting Cozumel and NCL's private island Great Stirrup Cay. This shorter itinerary is ideal for those who want a taste of Mexico and the Bahamas without committing to a full week at sea.
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Ship Details — Norwegian Pearl
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Year Built
2006
Tonnage
93,530 GT
Passengers
2,394
Crew
1,072
Decks
12
Class
Jewel
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Norwegian Pearl
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Norwegian Pearl sailing. Based on 2,500 discussions.
Norwegian Pearl is a 2006-built, Jewel-class ship that carries about 2,344 guests and made history as one of the first cruise ships with a real bowling alley - four lanes flanking the Bliss Ultra Lounge on Deck 7. A 2021 refurbishment freshened the cabins and public rooms, but the Pearl is unmistakably an older, mid-size vessel that trades the bells and whistles of NCL's newest builds for an easier-to-navigate layout and a more classic Freestyle Cruising feel. Its reputation is solid but mixed.
What People Love
- Onboard four-lane bowling alley is a genuine novelty families and groups love
- Freestyle Dining lets you skip fixed seating times
- Strong specialty dining, with Cagney's Steakhouse a repeat favorite
Common Complaints
- The ship shows its age in 2026 with dated decor and finishes
- Buffet food draws frequent criticism for being repetitive and uninspiring
- Multiple reviews report a persistent sewage odor on Deck 9