The Jewel-class ships are our favorites on NCL. They are just the right size and have all the amenities we enjoy. It's nice to see that NCL is keeping these ships updated.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Very true!

@connie_360

8 ай бұрын

Jewel class is perfect for port heavy cruises. Easy to get around and a long day of walking ports. 🙂

@badgerattoadhall

5 ай бұрын

the Jewel-class ships are my father's (and mine) favorite class of ship.

@brendahunter3937

2 ай бұрын

Bridge

We are cruising on this ship to the Greek islands ans Croatia in September. After viewing your video we are even more excited .

@KeithChegwin24

28 күн бұрын

We'll be on the same cruise I believe - although we won ours through a competition on the radio.

@danielt5464

19 күн бұрын

I will be there too! See you soon!

Love your channel. We are sailing on Norwegian Pearl from Venice to Athens this summer. Looking for your additional videos you mentioned. Doing excursions every day. Questions are about best times and places to eat.

Our first cruise was on the Pearl. After 15 cruises it still is the cleanest ship we have ever been on, and crew was super friendly!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

Perfect timing! I just booked my first NCL cruise on Pearl recently. Thank you!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

So exciting!!

My 15 year old daughter and I went on our 1st cruise on Norwegian Pearl in June, 2023. We enjoyed it! The only downside was the lido deck and pools were always full of children. We did not enjoy that. No place to sit as ppl saved the lounge chairs with towels. O'Sheehans was awesome! Loved all the restaurants.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience! Unfortunately pools tend to get crowded during school break :(

You are so personable and informative. Have been watching your channel for about a year and won't miss it. You are a special KZreadr and person.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! That's a really lovely comment

Wow, Ilana this was an amazing walk around the ship. Hopefully you will make more videos like this as it is so helpful. 😊

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate the feedback

I’m sailing on December with NCL Peal. Thanks for the tour

@donnan64

Ай бұрын

We are also. December 24 to 27

I’ve never sailed on the Norwegian Pearl, maybe soon! Thanks for sharing 🛳🛳

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video! Who knows, maybe a future cruise? 😂

Sailed on the Pearl 3x already & looking forward to our first TA in 2024 on the Pearl... great review (as always)... we love the smaller NCL ships vs the mega ships & we've sailed both. We'll be in a PH suite on deck 11 from NY to England!

We have traveled with NCL many times. I love all the dining options. After 64 cruises NCL is still my favorite!

❤Captain❤We sailed the NCL ENCORE in September, so seeing The Pearl is really interesting! I agree with you, sailing it in the Caribbean would be amazing ❤Thanks for the great video

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

So glad to hear! 🛳️🙌

Captain! 😁 We were on the Pearl many years ago when our now teen was a little. It was before the refurbishing but was still a blast! Love to see her updates!

I just did my first cruise on the Pearl on the Broadway cruise, it was so fun. Ready to go again next year

On our NCL cruise to Quebec, we had two toddlers, two infants, and ONE teenager. I felt terrible for the teenager as I'm sure he was the only one at the teen club. I imagined him walking up to the DJ every 5 minutes saying "can you play Dancing with Myself again".

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

I enjoy the itinerary, but can imagine it might be less “exciting” than Bermuda or Bahamas for some teens

@nurspreneurnay

3 ай бұрын

Were you able to keep the toddlers entertained? We’re coming for Christmas with a 6 and 3 year old

@69dawber

Ай бұрын

The ship isnt designed for kids. It caters to 50ish people.

@mamabar6811

Ай бұрын

@@nurspreneurnaywe sailed with an 8 & 2 year old in the fall and they were pretty bored on the ship. It was too cold outside to swim and there wasn’t much to do in terms of activities for kids. We were going solely for the New England & Canadian ports and the excursions. It was definitely an older crowd for that itinerary for sure. So I would plan to bring toys and games for your kids. Admittedly I did not take the time to see if they had a kids club because we had no intention of leaving our children there, but I’m sure that’s an option for you if you desire :)

@nurspreneurnay

Ай бұрын

@@mamabar6811thank you so much !!

I was on Norwegian Jewel earlier this year. Same class of ship. Honestly, I loved it. I would describe the ship as cozy.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Great description

@norwegiancruiseline

8 ай бұрын

Oh, she's cozy all right! 🚢

I love the play on words with O'Sheehan -(O-CE-AN) ocean!! This would be a good cruise ship for us. We like smaller ships that are more relaxed. And thanks for the info that they will offer single cabins. Maybe can take a family member that would want their own space.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

That’s so true!!

@norwegiancruiseline

8 ай бұрын

🤯💙

At 5:18 is bar tender John !!!! He was just a waiter 2 years ago on OUR Pearl Cruise to THE CANNAL. Such a GREAT GUY !!!!!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

How fun! He was fabulous, as were so many crew members. So helpful & friendly 👏

We're doing back to back cruises on the Pearl a starting from London and finishing in Athens May 25. Thanks for your tour, it was very informative and helped with what to expect. Definitely excited for next year!

My husband and I love NCL. And that cheesecake at Cagneys is EVERYTHING!!!

@leah3007

Ай бұрын

This will be our first time on NCL. How was the entertainment? We are set to sail this year from Rome

We sailed the Pearl earlier this year to Bahamas and loved it! Great spotlight on this hidden gem of a ship!!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Great to hear & I appreciate your feedback 👏

Bridge. We sailed on the Pearl to Alaska several years ago, and we loved her. The Spinnaker was perfect for sailing up the Inside Passage. Our family played card games for hours there as we watched the spectacular views pass by. I'm glad they have refurbished her because I think she is a perfect size for me!

Cruising on the Pearl end of february for the Emos Not Dead festival cruise. First cruise ever, good info!

My first NCL cruise was in 2018 on the Jade. My sister and bil joined me and since cruise was to celebrate my 70th birthday, we splurged and booked 2 bedroom suite in the haven. Originally this was to be 10 day Southern Caribbean cruise, but due to a hurricane that hit all of the planned islands, the entire itinerary was changed and instead of visiting Barbados, St Lucia, etc, we ended up going to ABC islands, Grand Caymans and Jamaica. Had a glorious time and certainly took advantage of the free specialty restaurants on boars. Our favorite was LeBistro for sure! Size of the ship was just right and I can't imagine cruising on a mega ship! This year we headed to Alaska on the Jewel, again in the Haven as we were celebrating 2 milestone birthdays and 3rd occurring while on the trip. This was a 7 day from Vancouver to Seward, and we spent most of the time enjoying the view from our balcony and the fantastic food. We also added on 4 day land tour to Denali and Fairbanks (though not sure we'd do another land tour in the future. Too much time just sitting on crowded bus for too many days!) Worst/best part of this trip was getting hooked on the Banoffee dessert offered at Cagneys (suite guests have lunch available there)... if you see it on menu, definitely give it a try!!!!!!

Bridge. We sailed the Norwegian Gem in Italy with exactly the same layout except without the bowling lanes. We LOVED the ship and our entire cruise except it went by way too fast. I enjoyed walking down memory lane with your video!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Sounds like an amazing itinerary! Thanks for sharing 🛳️

We'll be sailing on the Pearl next year October 2024. I've never been overseas before and I've never flown on a plane before. We'll be going to Italy, Slovenia, Greece, Croatia and Montenegro. Can't wait

@RonCarrington-qm4uq

Ай бұрын

We’re doing the same cruise on the Pearl October 4-14. Have 3 Club Balcony suites. Was on the Jewel for an Alaskan cruise last August. It’s basically the same ship. Overall, we love NCL and this will be our 11th NCL cruise. We prefer the midsize ships vs the 150K ton ships.

@melindafrederick5244

16 күн бұрын

We're also doing the same cruise on the Pearl from 10/4 - 10/14. Just booked a few excursions and really excited to see Croatia and Greece. I lost count of the number of cruises we've been on but in the last five years it's always been on NCL. We last sailed on the Prima and were not thrilled with what felt like smaller public areas. Really excited to be on the Pearl as we cruised on the Jewel to Alaska in June of 2022 and really enjoyed it.

Booked on the Pearl out of NY to Iceland and Europe in April! BEYOND excited.

Thanks for the tour. I absolutely love that teal dress you have on while coming the stairs, it's beautiful ❤

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! That was a good Zara find :)

Good timing! We sail on the Pearl next month. Looking forward to all the outside space, and all the dining options!

Loved this video! Thank you Ilana! We're cruising to the southern Caribbean soon and this got us even more excited! We've cruised with NCL before and loved it.❤

Captain!!! Was so happy to see this video, we are sailing on the Pearl for a 9-day Caribbean 12/9-18 & haven’t really seen much on this ship. Can’t wait & thanks so much!!!! Love all your videos BTW!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

🛳️🙌😂!! Enjoy!!

BRIDGE! Really good video and you helped me decide to book!!! Thank you!!

Big Royal C cruisers, but we are doing our 1st NCL cruise on the Pearl in 10 days! A music cruise by Sixthman. You have really pumped me up for the Pearl!

@Reneemfenn

20 күн бұрын

Update? How was the Pearl?

@kennethberg7495

19 күн бұрын

The Pearl was a smaller ship. Food mediocre, good Variety in their buffets that changed each meal. We were there for musicians and bands so food and amenities were Secondary

Bridge 😊. What a great review! I wanted to know more about the Norwegian line. Thanks for the info!

Well, I'm intrigued! Looking at future Norwegian Pearl cruises now. Thanks,

This is my hubby’s dream itinerary and this ship looks awesome! Great info - thank you!

Really nice tour of the Pearl. Excellent video and narration.

We love NCL, we are silver and soon to be gold. It's always our go to cruise line.

Thanks, Ilana, for this walk down memory lane! The Pearl was my first NCL cruise, and I fell in love with the Jewel Class ships, and NCL in general. We did a 12(?)-day Southern Caribbean on her, many years ago. I especially loved the beautiful finishings - which I really missed on the Breakaway. I am now going to search for interesting Pearl Caribbean itineraries so I can visit my favourite ship, again! 🥰

We will be going on the Pearl (with friends) next month. Thanks for all the useful information in your video. Looking forward to the cruise!

We sailed on Norwegian Pearl to Cuba and really enjoyed it. So, Happy to see it was updated. It really needed it.

Great Tour! Thank you!! Bridge or Captain! I will be going to the NCL KZread channel to view your reviews there! Congratulations again on that accomplishment! 😎😎😎

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much & I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊

I'm sailing on the Pearl in 44 days, and so excited! It's our first cruise and I'm obsessively watching videos to plan, so thanks so much for this tour. It's only a 3 day cruise, and I wish we had longer as I don't think that's enough time to try all the restaurants. Already wanting to plan our next cruise for a longer trip!

@Reneemfenn

20 күн бұрын

Update plz?

Amazing love the Bridge View area!

Thank you for the fabulous virtual tour. We’ll be on the Pearl Jan 2025 for a Panama Canal itinerary. This will be my first time on a Jewel Class ship and I’m really looking forward to it.

I really enjoyed this video! Norwegian is definitely on my bucket list! Thanks for sharing!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed the video! :)

Sailing on the Pearl in January. Love NCL jewel class ships. The great outdoors is our go to spot ! Thank Illana you do a terrific job !

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Loved that spot too!

Thanks for the tips, leaving on cruise in May and look forward to checking out all your hidden gems.

Thank you - having never sailed before, I really appreciate the look around and the description of what is available. I will seek out your other videos - looking to book a cruise on this ship out of italy!

The first two cruises I went on were on the Pearl's sister ship, the Norwegian Gem, back in 2018 and 2019 and loved it. Those cruises were to the Caribbean and the Bahamas, so the pool decks were nice but packed. The ship is pretty much the same layout as the Pearl. After going on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas though, I like that there's more options on a bigger ship but it's also more people than the smaller ship of course

Bridge or Captain... I am in LOVE with this ship! I am going to do some research on a future cruise on her. Thank you SO MUCH!!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

lol 🛳️👏🙌. So glad you enjoyed the video

Cruised on the Pearl in August with my 81 y/o mother and my 15 y/o daughter. Loved it! The ship was beautiful! Did a cruise next booking on the Viva for February 2024 with my boyfriend. Cannot wait!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Yay! Lucky you that ship looks amazing 🤩

Captain! Thanks for a great walk through of the Pearl.

Balcony Cabin Tour 🛳️ kzread.info/dash/bejne/lnVoxtdwc8m3Y9o.htmlsi=VxcrqWmZf5nySh2R

@stevenz2234

8 ай бұрын

Bridge

We’ll be on the blues cruise in April, can’t wait!!!!

Excited to celebrate our anniversary, mid October from Italy to Athens.

i've booked the sun princess for february 18th, i'm looking forward to discovering this new ship, on the other hand, the Norwegian Pearl looks very nice.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Absolutely 👏

Great video, as always. Thanks. Bridget

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

🛳️👏🙌

Thank you SO much for this review. Can’t wait to sail in Dec to the Bahamas, just wished it was a longer cruise now. So excited.

Going on our first NCL cruise in April and this was really helpful. Thank you!

My husband and I just sailed on the Pearl out of Boston for a New England/Canada cruise. We really enjoyed it!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

That is awesome! So glad to hear 🙌

We loved the Pearl and our aft suite. I bought the spa package and I can say that I was just as happy to soak in one of their hot tubs on the deck- I found the dining and drinks to be awesome.

Captain Thanks for the review!

Loved this video, like most of the ones on this channel, so thank you, Ilana! This looks like a great sized ship for a couple, to be sure! My only other Norwegian experience was on the Dream back in 2007, and I thought it was a fine ship with a great staff (and the folding mast was pretty cool, too!). Next experience will be in 2024 on the Getaway, so I hope to see a video or two on someone's experiences on that ship (or the Breakaway) before we sail.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

I agree! I’ve been on Getaway & it’s gorgeous! It was before I had my channel, but Waterfront is one of the best features

Great tour! We’re looking forward to cruising on the Mediterranean in Sept/24 on the Pearl. Previously have been on the Escape & Breakaway but it will be nice to be on a smaller ship!

Bridge! Love your videos! My first cruise was on the Pearl and we loved it! My parents are big Norwegian fans still. We have a Christmas cruise this year booked on the Breakaway!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

It was my first time on this ship & I loved it too! Thanks so much 🙌

Bridge! What a great ship tour!

Haven't cruised with NCL for years but this ship looks exactly right for my wife and me! Bridge Captain! Thank you!

We'll be on this one next week for the Flogging Molly salty dog punk rock cruise! Perfect timing to see this video. Would have liked to see the gym on board. Otherwise you showed everything we had questions about and more! Thanks!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Exciting cruise! I’ll remember that for a future video. The gym is nice / next to the spa. Enjoy 🛳️👏

I took my first ever NCL cruise Oct 22 to 29th to Alaska on the Encore. It is a much larger ship. I loved Sugarcane Mojito Bar and Cagney's. I had a solo cabin. It was awesome. Ready for a new NCL cruise.

Ordered your cruise planner and it is a relief to have your lists! Thought after watching (almost all) your videos, I didn’t need to buy the planner, but I was wrong. It is the ultimate!

Hello Ilana! Fellow Canadian here. :-) I was on NCL Encore in March 2023. I will be on NCL Joy in February 24 and on NCL Pearl in July/August 24 sailing from Athènes to Trieste. Needless to say that your video answered many of our questions. I was a bit worried to travel on an older NCL ship. Now I am reassured. Huge thanks. Ben

Cruised on the Pearl on a Panama Canal 15-day transit LA to Miami in 2012. We loved the casual vibe and the general layout which seems not to have changed much since the ship was refurbished. Our balcony cabin was very well designed so we were quite comfortable despite slightly less size than some other cruise lines. We tried out Teppanyaki and the Brazilian steakhouse, both were fun and good food; the MDR and buffets we found "ok"... but the entertainment, gourmet coffee & bowling made up for it. Have never been on another NCL cruise but we loved the Pearl and would happily cruise her again! We did observe the bridge for awhile during our canal transit and saw the Canal pilot present our Captain with a Panama hat as a gift! That was a memorable moment.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Very cool!

@Skyking6976

7 ай бұрын

Why didn’t you tell everyone how much it cost for a “good” dinner on board? Those 2 places are expensive. We ate at the steak place and it was well over $200 for 2 people. We just got off the ship on Saturday and the buffet food was not as good as even a Golden Corral. The portions at the MDR were like if it was a Weight Watchers cruise…AND to get through all the courses was a near, sometimes over, 2 hours. I get it…women like to be waited on\be served when they eat as a change. I don’t. Give me good quality food in big portions on the buffet and I’m in and out in 30 minutes. Am I just guessing or is that really true. Women like sit down on cruises so they’re waited on? Cause I don’t like having to even dress up a little, give me my food now and back to my room for R & R.

Bridge! Loved your informative video! I'll be on the Pearl in August for 10 days in Europe. First time on NCL.

thanks for the great video!

We are taking a Sixthman food themed cruise, "Chefs Making Waves", on The Pearl in March. So nice to get a preview of the ship ahead of time! Thanks for all the advice you give on your channel. I'm taking lots of notes!! All 6 of us are looking forward to the experience.

Woohoo I just booked my first cruise and it’s on the Pearl! I’m banks for this video ❤🌊

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Very exciting!! lol, now I’m so happy I have 3 more videos about this ship (all on NCL channel) that I know will be helpful for you

Thank you for all the great info!

I have cruised on the Epic and the Sun (Cuba cruise). I was amazed how many restaurants there were on the smaller Sun. Thanks for the review of the Pearl. The bridge viewing room looked interesting.

Great video. I am taking my second NCL cruise. I am sailing from Trieste to Athens in May. Cannot wait. Video was very helpful.

We have been blessed to cruise with NCL on the SKY, SPIRIT, GEM, ESCAPE, and GETAWAY. We are looking forward to our next cruise on the ENCORE in July of 2024 for our second Alaskan cruise. We absolutely love NCL. We are hoping to try our cruise lines in the future, however with the loyalty program in might wait until we retire. Lol. Love the channel. Thank You so much for everything you do!!

What a great and comprehensive video! I'll be sailing in February on the Pearl and was looking for a quality synopsis of her offerings. You did an amazingly thorough job. Thanks! I am so looking forward to my cruise now! Oh! I almost forgot; CAPTAIN 😊

Thanks! Lots of helpful information.

We have tried several lines and have settled on NCL for a few reasons. I haven't sailed on Pearl but I'm looking into that right now thanks to this video! As usual, thank you for your insights.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

I can see why. The Freestyle atmosphere is nice! Glad the video was helpful:)

@norwegiancruiseline

8 ай бұрын

Can't wait to have you aboard! Lets us know if you need any help planning 💙

Thanks Illana for such an insightful video. It reminds me of the jewel alot....such lovely memories 😊

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

I’m so glad you enjoyed it 😊

Thanks so much for doing these videos and especially this one! Just went on the Norwegian Pearl and this video was extremely helpful!

@LifeWellCruised

4 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed your cruise & that this video was helpful

@litagnome3136

4 ай бұрын

Yes all of your cruise videos have been helpful! We did the Haven on this cruise too if you want to know details about what that includes at least for the Pearl. Thanks again!@@LifeWellCruised

Thank you for this video Ilana, great tips! Captain :)

I've been on The Pearl 3 times. I love this ship!!! I'll be sailing on The Encore in 17 days. I can't wait!!! I haven't been on a cruise since November 2019.

Hi just wanted to tell you thankyou for the all the information about the Pearl. We are going to be traveling to the Caribbean November like in about 11 days. So excited for the trip and cruising again. Thanks again I watch all the time. Brenda

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m so glad the videos have been helpful! Just an FYI, you’ll soon find a really good & detailed video of every included food option on the NCL channel, along with the balcony cabin tour & tips video there now. Enjoy your cruise Brenda!!

@doby35

8 ай бұрын

🏝🩷 thanks

NCL Pearl was our first cruise ever. We sailed on an Alaskan cruise and have been hooked on cruising ever since. Love NCL because of the free style cruising.

Great ship tour! I prefer the mid size ships. More room on the pool deck, and other public spaces.

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks for sharing

Sounds great. You've about convinced me to try NCL.

captain!! :-) I'm booked on the Pearl for 2024 and thanks to your video looking forward to it even more.

We did a 12 day Mediterranean followed by a trans Atlantic back to back on the pearl October 2019. We enjoyed it and have done the Jade as well. It definitely needed an update y from your video much more impressive! Our main issue was the lack of organization at times for certain things when using the ships tendering and debarking in some ports. Overall, I would rate the overall experience as B+ to A-. We liked the Jade better overall. However the new update may attract us again to the Pearl. Thanks for sharing!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Great to hear your experience! I agree updates really help 👏

I love sailing on Norwegian. In June, 2024, I will sail on Pearl and I cannot wait to be there, especially after watching your video. It looks like new with a touch of the past. I am glad to see the size of the pool!!

@Reneemfenn

20 күн бұрын

How was the cruise? Update plz?

My wife and I went on the Pearl as our first cruise in 2015. This past year we were on the Spirit on an Alaskan cruise. We really enjoyed both cruises and prefer the small to mid size ships We are booked onto the Pearl for the first trip of 2025 going to the southern Caribbean. Really looking forward to being on board again.

I sailed on the Norwegian Dawn in 2017 to Bermuda. Pretty much the same set up as the Pearl. You are also correct about lounge chairs being set up on the promenade deck. I sat in those regularly to take in the views and cool ocean breeze. Loved my time on board. I prefer ships of this size anyways. Wasn't too packed and didn't see many kids as I sailed in late-May. Glad you had fun. I hope to do the Boston to Bermuda trip again in the future. Just not in the cards now.

We leave on the Getaway out of NYC to the Caribbean today! Can’t wait!

@LifeWellCruised

8 ай бұрын

Woohoo! Enjoy 🛳️🎉🙌

I’ve cruised NCL many times including the Sun, Jade and Breakaway, and liked the mid size ships but never would have considered the Pearl until your video. We actually gave up on NCL but now I would consider the Pearl, thank you