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NCL Norwegian Pearl Overview and Cruise Ship Facts

Bowling Alley on the NCL Norwegian Pearl

Bowling Alley on the NCL Norwegian Pearl cruise ship

NCL Norwegian Pearl Bowling Alley Picture (c) Linda Garrison
The NCL Norwegian Pearl is perfect for NCL's "freestyle cruising" concept. The Norwegian Pearl is a beautiful ship, with contemporary decor. The cruise ship has multiple restaurants of varied cuisines, lively bars and lounges, interesting activities ranging from quiet corners to the industry's first bowling alley, and family-friendly cabins of all sizes and prices.

I attended the naming ceremony for the Norwegian Pearl in December 2006 and then cruised on her for two nights and a day on a cruise to "nowhere". I took many pictures, and this article is based on that short cruise.

Here are a few facts about the Norwegian Pearl:

  • Length: 965 feet
  • Width: 125 feet
  • Draft: 28 feet
  • Speed: 25 knots
  • Tonnage: 93,530 GRT
  • Decks: 15
  • Passenger Capacity: 2394 (double occupancy)
  • Cabins: 1197
  • Number of Restaurants: 12, along with 24-hour room service for all cabins. Villas, suites, and penthouse passengers also have butler and concierge service.
  • Number of Bars and Lounges: 14
  • Other Facilities: Atrium, Stardust Theater (1042 seats), fitness center, rock climbing wall, bowling alley, Mandara spa and salon, casino, swimming pools, sports deck, teen center, video arcade, kids club, retail boutiques, art gallery, Internet lounge, meeting rooms, library, card room, life style room, chapel, medical center

Let's take a detailed look at the NCL Norwegian Pearl. Be sure to check out the pictures I made of the Norwegian Pearl by clicking on the links in the link boxes to the right or at the bottom of this page.

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