As i am a Sales Consultant for Ideal Cruising, i was lucky enough to take part in what we call in the travel industry "a educational". I stayed on board the Pearl the night before her inaugural sailing out of Southampton. As it was an educational i was privilaged to be able to take a look at each of the cabin types on board - from the more than adequate "Inside" cabins right up to the spectacular (and massive - 4390sqft) "Garden Villa". I also had a chance to experience the many bars and restuarants on board. My favourite bar was the very classy "Magnums Champagne and Wine Bar" (where i spent most of thje night) and I chose the main restaurant "The Summer Palace" for my evening meal - which was excellent - great food and the service from the waiters was spot on! I rounded the night off in the "Bliss" nightclub - the music and atmosphere where really great and the club itself was really well designed - i was surprised to find it even had a couple of bowling lanes either side of it - great fun!! I was very impressed when at 5 in the morning i managed to find the "Blue Lagoon" restuarant was still open!! I sat down and ordered a hotdog and chips - just what i needed after a heavy night out!! My cabin was just a basic "Inside" but had everything i needed. Very clean and spacious - plenty of waldrobe space and a well designed (and well stocked) bathroom. Overall a great experience - having been on board i can see why NCL are fast becoming one of best cruislines around. |
