NORWEGIAN PEARL FACTSHEET -
ENTERED SERVICE: November 28, 2006
LENGTH: 965 feet
BREADTH: 125 feet
DRAFT: 28 feet
SPEED: 25 knots
TONNAGE: 93, 530 GRT
AUXILIARY POWER: Diesel electric
DECKS: 15
GUEST CAPACITY: 2,374 (double occupancy)
GUEST CABINS: 1197
AIR-CONDITIONING: Vessel completely air-conditioned; each Stateroom equipped with individual thermostat controls.
TV/TELEPHONE/ Available in each Stateroom. In-stateroom telephone includes voice-mail MINI-BAR/SAFE and speed dial.
CURRENT:
Outlets for 110V 60-cycle U.S. current in all Staterooms; 220V A.C. 60-cycle for lighting; 110V and 220V are located throughout various public areas.
DINING FACILITIES*
*All restaurants offer Freestyle Cruising® dining with open seating and flexible, extended hours.
Mambo’s Latin/Tapas Restaurant: Located on Deck 8; Contemporary and brightly coloured featuring hot and spicy latin/tapas foods; accommodates 96.
Summer Palace: Located on Deck 6; Inspired by the grandeur of the palaces of St. Petersburg and the era of Russian Tsars. White and gold ceilings, green marbled pillars and 24 carat gold-coated chandeliers adorn this very detailed room; accommodates 558.
Indigo: Located on Deck 6; Modern boutique hotel inspired with clean lines using combinations of blues and purples with a shot of orange as an accent. Includes pop art backlit in glass; accommodates 304.
Cagney’s Steakhouse: Located on Deck 13; Traditional steakhouse from the 1930s with a choice of beef, lobster, veal, lamb, seafood and grilled chicken; accommodates 160.
Lotus Garden Asian Restaurant: Located on Deck 7; A Japanese/Thai/Chinese restaurant complex featuring sushi, sashimi and a teppanyaki room; accommodates 180 (including teppanyaki room that accommodates 32).
Le Bistro: Located on Deck 6; A theatrical art nouveau restaurant reflecting all things French. Wine displays surround the entrance and the artwork celebrates famous French icons throughout French history; accommodates 129.
Blue Lagoon: Located on Deck 8; A 24-hour food court-style eatery featuring everything from hamburgers to fast-wok dishes; accommodates 94.
Garden Café/The Great Outdoors: Located on Deck 12; Indoor buffet featuring prepared-to-cook omelettes, waffles, fruit, soups, ethnic specialities and pasta; accommodates 390. Includes a special "kids’ only" area with smaller tables and chairs; accommodates 52. Outdoor section of the Garden Café accommodates 259.
La Cucina Italian Restaurant: Located on Deck 12; Casual Italian eatery reflecting a village Trattoria or traditional farmhouse kitchen; accommodates 96.
GUEST ACCOMMODATION:
Garden Villas:
These multi-room villas offer panoramic views of the ocean, each with
a roof terrace and private garden, featuring open-air dining, a hot tub, steam room and a totally private sunning area and relaxation areas.
There are two villas and each features a living room with a state-of-the-art BOSE entertainment centre with CD/DVD library, piano, computer access with internet connection and WiFi, refrigerator, wet bar, tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee maker, butler and concierge services. Each spans 4,390 square feet and has three separate bedrooms, each with
king- or queen-size bed and private luxury bath. Multiple TVs with CD/DVD players are also featured. One bedroom also features a full bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower. Access to private courtyard area with pool, hot tub, gym equipment, steam room and sundeck.
Deluxe Owner’s Suites:
Private bedroom with king-size bed and TV with CD/DVD player, living and dining area, state-of-art BOSE entertainment centre with CD/DVD library, computer access with internet connection and WiFi, luxury bath with separate shower and whirlpool tub, walk-in wardrobe, two balconies as well as butler and concierge services. Suites have rich cherry wood finishing, refrigerators, and tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee makers. Access to exclusive private courtyard area with pool, hot tub, gym equipment, steam room and sundeck. There are two Deluxe Owner’s Suites; up to 928 square feet each.
Owner’s Suites:
Private bedroom with king-size bed and TV with CD/DVD player, living room with dining area, state-of-art BOSE entertainment centre with CD/DVD library, computer access with internet connection and WiFi, full bath with separate shower and powder room, whirlpool tub, two balconies and walk-in closet, butler and concierge services. Suites have rich cherry wood finishing, refrigerators, and tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee makers. Access to exclusive private courtyard area with pool, hot tub,
gym equipment, steam room and sundeck. Some Owner’s Suites can be interconnected to a Penthouse Suite (AC) and balcony cabin. There are five Owner’s Suites; up to 823 square feet.
Courtyard Villa:
Living area, private balcony, dining area, separate bedroom with queen-size bed, TV with CD/DVD player, luxury bath and separate shower. The living room features a sitting area, tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee maker, mini-bar, TV with CD/DVD player and library, computer access
with internet connection and WiFi, butler and concierge services. Access to exclusive private courtyard area with pool, hot tub, gym equipment, steam room and sundeck. Eight Courtyard Villas have separate children’s bedrooms. There are a total of 10 Courtyard Villas; up to 572 square feet.
Penthouse Suites:
Bedroom with queen-size bed and TV with CD/DVD player, separate living and dining area, TV with CD/DVD player and library, bathroom with separate or combination shower and bath tub, large balcony and walk-in wardrobe, butler and concierge services. Some have a whirlpool tub and separate children’s bedroom. Suites have rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bars, tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee makers and internet connection and WiFi. Penthouse suites on Deck 11 are interconnected to a kid’s room with double sofa bed and a Pullman bed with separate bathroom with shower. There are 24 Penthouse Suites; up to 572 square feet.
Romance Suites:
Suites offer floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony. Queen-size bed, sitting area, full bath with tub and shower, living and dining areas, multiple TVs with CD/DVD players and libraries, rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bar, tea and espresso/cappuccino coffee maker and internet connection and WiFi. There are four Romance Suites; 460 square feet.
Mini Suites:
Suite offers floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony, two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, sitting area with convertible double sofa and bathroom with shower and bathtub. Suites have rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bars, tea and coffee makers and internet connection. There are 134 Mini Suites; 284 square feet.
Ocean View with Balcony:
Spacious Stateroom that features two lower beds and floor-to-ceiling glass door that opens to a private balcony. Ocean view cabins feature a sitting area, a rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bars, tea and coffee makers, internet connection and a much larger bathroom unit than other ships, containing separate WC, shower and washstand compartments. There are 360 Ocean view Staterooms with balconies; 205 square feet.
Ocean View Stateroom:
Two lower beds, sitting area and a picture window or porthole. Staterooms have rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bars, tea and coffee makers, internet connection and a bathroom unit containing separate WC, shower, and washstand compartments. There are 243 Ocean View Staterooms; 161 square feet.
Inside Stateroom:
Two lower beds, sitting area and shower. Cabins have rich cherry wood finishing, mini-bars, tea and coffee makers, internet connection and a bathroom unit with most containing separate WC, shower and washstand compartments. There are 412 Inside Staterooms; 143 square feet.
LOUNGES/BARS
Bar Central:
Located on Deck 6; Features a Martini bar, a Champagne and wine bar, and a beer and whisky pub all connected but with three distinct personalities. Shakers Martini and Cocktail Bar: Art Deco inspired with a large screen behind the bar depicting James Bond inspired graphic silhouettes of funky images from the 60's & 70's; accommodates 46.
Magnum’s Champagne & Wine Bar:
French Art Deco inspired with elements reflecting the grand old cruise liner the Normandy.
It features artwork that reflects 1920’s Paris. The back bar has a bubbling, back lit water feature to look like champagne; accommodates 71.
Maltings Beer & Whiskey Bar:
contemporary bar/lounge with low seating and tables along with mood lighting that complements the backlit artwork, themed around famous whiskeys of the world; accommodates 45.
Bliss Ultra Lounge & Nightclub:
Located on Deck 7; During the day, Bliss is a sports bar with the industry’s first four lane bowling alley, multiple flat screen televisions to show sports events, and air hockey, foosball and other arcade games. In the evening, in a complete change of mood, Bliss transforms into a hip, high-energy ultra-lounge, with the plasma screens adding video tracks to the non-stop music spun by Norwegian Pearl’s own Vibe Master. A spacious dance floor, a full bar and mood-lit bowling all add to the atmosphere of a totally unique seagoing experience. The venue is designed in deep reds, blues and purples and appointed with modern furniture including plush seating with high back chairs, day beds with cushions and pillows and comfortable banquettes near the bowling lanes; accommodates 176.
The Spinnaker Lounge:
Located on Deck 13; Horizontal windows in the floor allow views of the bridge. Includes a dance floor and stage for entertainment; accommodates 372.
Corona Cigar Club:
Located on Deck 6; Art Deco Cigar Club offering hand-rolled premium cigars, cognacs and spirits; accommodates 12.
Star Bar:
Located on Deck 13; Décor is reminiscent of the roaring 20's in America; accommodates 56.
Java Café:
Located in the Atrium on Deck 7; Café serves frozen coffees, espresso, cappuccino, tea, pastries and cookies; accommodates 70.
Topsiders Bar and Grill: Pool bar located on Deck 12.
Sky High Bar:
Located on Deck 13: A hot air balloon theme where the bar itself is styled as a ballooning basket with sandbags, ropes and a rattan front; accommodates 91.
Sake Bar:
Located on Deck 7; offers a selection of Sake wines and variety of beer from Asia; accommodates 10 guests at the bar counter.
Casino Bar:
Located on Deck 6; bar situated inside our onboard casino; accommodates 370 guests at the slot machine and gambling tables and 9 at the bar counter.
Mambo’s Bar:
Located on Deck 8; bar section of the Spanish tapas restaurant serving a full selection of hot and cold tapas dishes accompanied by authentic entertainment; accommodates 96 guests and 7 at the bar counter.
Great Outdoors Bar:
Located on Deck 13: A hot air balloon theme where the bar itself is styled as a ballooning basket with sandbags, ropes and a rattan front; accommodates 91.
PUBLIC ROOMS/FACILITIES
Crystal Atrium:
Features a floor-to-ceiling big screen TV. This is the home of Reception, Concierge, Cruise Consultant and Shore Excursions offices on Deck 7.
Stardust Theater: Located on Decks 5, 6 and 7; An art nouveau styled theatre set against the backdrop of the best of European Art Nouveau. A large peacock adorns the main stage curtain and the colours of the peacock inspire the designs throughout the room; accommodates 1,042.
Body Waves Fitness Centre:
Located on Deck 12; offering an extensive array of state-of-the-art exercise equipment; features an aerobics room offering spinning, Pilates, yoga, step classes and kick boxing. Equipped with 2 steam rooms.
Rock Climbing Wall:
Located at the back of the ship’s funnel; measuring an impressive 30 feet in height and 19 feet in width; designed with five different climbing routes, each with varying degrees of difficulty ranging from beginner to intermediate. Its reddish-brown sandstone colour is reminiscent of Ayers Rock in Australia.
South Pacific Health:
Located on Deck 12; full service spa with a Thalassotherapy Pool and 17
Spa & Beauty Salon:
treatment rooms - three are specifically designed for couples and a unisex beauty salon; barbering services available. Separate men’s and women’s sauna, steam room, plunge bath and hot tub. Also includes a unisex relaxation area that includes a Hydro bath and 6 thermal benches.
Pearl Club Casino:
Located on Deck 6: Full Casino featuring a circus theme reflecting the bold and brash colours of traditional travelling circuses at the turn of the century; accommodates 370.
Tahitian Pool:
Located on Deck 12; 144 sun beds, 314 chairs & 14 stools (incl. Topsiders & The Grill)
Sports Deck:
Located on Deck 13; features two golf driving nets, shuffleboard, mini golf, oversized chess, volleyball/basketball court, ping pong and paddle tennis.
Freestyle Sun Deck:
Located on Deck 15.
Promenade Deck:
Located on Deck 7; one mile is 3.5 laps.
Sun Deck:
Located on Deck 14.
Metro Center:
Located on Deck 12; Graffiti/New York-inspired subway theme teen club complete with a plasma screen TV and LCD; accommodates 58.
Video Arcade:
Located on Deck 12; offers 37 of the latest video machines.
Aqua Kids Club:
Located on Deck 12; Features a cinema, nursery & sleep/rest area, computer area and arts & crafts area; accommodates 28 and 6 computers.
The Photo Gallery:
Located on Deck 7.
Trade Routes Boutiques:
Located on Deck 7; large department store covering more than 7,000 square feet; offers an extensive selection of souvenirs and brand name watches, jewellery and accessories.
Art Gallery and Internet Café:
Located on Deck 7. Art gallery and computer/internet facilities and
computer lecture/training area; accommodates 8.
Meeting Rooms:
Located on Deck 6; Meeting facilities featuring 3 individual rooms: Vienna Meeting Room, Prague Meeting Room and Barcelona Meeting Room; accommodates 60.
The Library:
Located on Deck 12; accommodates 24.
Card Room:
Located on Deck 12; accommodates 28.
Life Style Room:
Located on Deck 12; Area featuring NCL's Active Decompression classes; accommodates 34.
The Chapel:
Located on Deck 13; accommodates 24.
Medical Center:
Located on Deck 4.
Bridge Viewing Room:
Located on Deck 11.
FOR GUESTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
Staterooms:
Twenty-seven wheelchair accessible cabins, including suites; all feature collapsible shower stools mounted on shower walls; all toilets feature collapsible arm guards and lowered wash basin. Hearing-impaired kits are available to guests by request. Equipment in the Staterooms features: vibrating alarm clock, door beacon (light flashes when someone knocks
on the door), television with closed caption decoders and fire alarm (flashing light).
All Staterooms include permanently lit emergency lights in Stateroom and bathroom.
All Staterooms and elevators have Braille text.
Public Rooms:
There are dedicated wheelchair positions in the Stardust Theater on Deck 5. The theatre is equipped with Hearing Impaired Induction Systems.
Eleven wheelchair-accessible public toilets are located throughout the ship; including in the Spa, Deck 12 Forward.
The ship has an electrical hoist for access to the pools and hot tubs.
The ship welcomes all service animals. For example, visually impaired guests who sail with seeing-eye dogs will be provided a doggie box, which is changed daily by NCL personnel. Additionally, an NCL crewmember will tour the ship with guests on the first day to help them get their bearings.
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Editors Notes:
NCL Corporation Ltd. ("NCL") is an innovative cruise company headquartered in Miami, Florida, with a fleet of 15 ships in service and under construction. The corporation oversees the operations of Norwegian Cruise Line, NCL America, and Orient Lines. NCL took delivery of its newest Freestyle Cruising vessel, the 93,500-ton Norwegian Pearl on 1 December 2006. The company is currently building Norwegian Gem for delivery in October of 2007.
In addition, NCL plans to build up to three new third generation Freestyle Cruising ships for delivery between 2009 and 2011. NCL is on target to have the youngest fleet in the industry by 2010, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy the flexibility of Freestyle Cruising on the newest, most contemporary ships at sea
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