scchasgal Posted February 2, 2010 #1 Share Posted February 2, 2010 I will be boarding the Pearl on Sat Feb 6th. I know there have been many questions some half answers, some answers about other ships, some from cc members who haven't cruised for a year or so. What specifically do you want me to find out about the Pearl re: changes etc. that are current? I will make notes of what you want answers to and put them here when I return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a-w Posted February 3, 2010 #2 Share Posted February 3, 2010 can pls tells us if the omelet stations are still in the buffet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisnGram Posted February 3, 2010 #3 Share Posted February 3, 2010 can pls tells us if the omelet stations are still in the buffet Omelet stations are still there. They were not there on my Pearl cruise 2 weeks ago. When I posted that, people said that they had heard that there was a problem with the egg supplier showing up. People who went on the Pearl the week after me reported the omelet stations to be up and running just fine on their cruise, so evidently it was just a problem our week. CG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pateoreo1 Posted February 3, 2010 #4 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I just hope they get the big screen fixed for your cruise. Last week it was broken the whole week and were not sure when it would be fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooners Posted February 3, 2010 #5 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I really don't have any questions, but I do hope you have a wonderful cruise on the Pearl!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Law5Guy Posted February 3, 2010 #6 Share Posted February 3, 2010 <<What specifically do you want me to find out about the Pearl re: changes etc. that are current?>> 1. rate for weekly spa pass for couple? 2. which night is the "White Hot Party?" 3. cost for bowling? 4. entertainers (exclude the big production shows) in various venues? 5. cost for mani/pedi (wife + 2 daughters = lots of fingers & toes!) 6. Lattitudes party? If so, when, where? Worthwhile? That's my share of Q's. Thanks for the reconnaissance...If you get caught CC members will disavow knowledge of your mission :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F5Loar Posted February 3, 2010 #7 Share Posted February 3, 2010 With all the changes to the Pearl in the last few weeks seems those that just got off need to tell you about the changes. There are a lot of things that use to be sitting out that you have to ask for now. Like the big jumbo shrimp cocktail at night on the buffet. They only set out one or two at a time so many times you go by and see none. Out of sight out of mind theory? That would save money. But just ask the guy around the salad bar area and he will get all you ask for. Same goes for chocolate milk in the cartons. It use to sit out in areas now you have to ask for it. Don't expect to see the little gormet cheese platters on the new menu. You can still ask for it. And don't expect to see escargo, baby shrimp cocktail and creme burle on the main DR new menu. They are gone for good. And don't expect a second "dress up or not" night. It's gone. Only one official night now and usually first sea day and don't expect lobster that night either. I believe Cod was the seafood of the night. I'm sure you have read about all the other cut backs that passengers use to enjoy like the chocolate on pillow, free capacuno, free fruit basket in mini suites etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonsaipeter Posted February 3, 2010 #8 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Would be interested in the answer to previous question about the cost of the Spa Pass (week) and whether it is worthwhile. Also my boarding info says to be on board two hrs prior to departure on Port visits. Is that really true? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yulesong Posted February 3, 2010 #9 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I just hope they get the big screen fixed for your cruise. Last week it was broken the whole week and were not sure when it would be fixed. What big screen? Do they have a big screen on the pool deck like some of the Princess ships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LateCruiser Posted February 3, 2010 #10 Share Posted February 3, 2010 What big screen? Do they have a big screen on the pool deck like some of the Princess ships? No, the Big Screen is in the Atrium. I beleive it is 40' x 40' (maybe 20' x 20'). Can be used for WII games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F5Loar Posted February 3, 2010 #11 Share Posted February 3, 2010 They use it for Wii and movies too. Pretty cool when it's up and running. Spa pass is $99 per person. Not sure if there is a couples discount. I doubt it. Is it worth it? Depends on how many times you can use it. With so much going on around the ship all week long I barely had time to use the free steam room/shower so I could not see getting my $99 worth. I think that 2 hours prior is what all cruise lines use as standard boarding time. Not true. You can get there as early as 10:30AM and they will take your bagagge for your ship. You may have to wait outside in a short line for 15 to 30 mins. but they will open the doors for check in around 11AM and then it may be 11:30 to noon before the first person walks on the ship. Peek times are from noon to 1:30. So before or after that time will get you on. On port stops it varies from 30 to 45 min. prior to official leaving time. So if your schedule says you are in port from 8AM to 4PM you better be back on by 3:30PM. And be careful of ship time vs. local time. Nothing worse then seeing you have another hour in a bar only to find out your ship left an hour early. On tender stops they will post when the last tender leaves the port to the ship. You best be in the line at least when that time comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scchasgal Posted February 3, 2010 Author #12 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I have everyone's questions and will post answers upon my return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Law5Guy Posted February 4, 2010 #13 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I hope you don't have travel problems getting to MIA for your 2/6 departure. NC got clobbered with ice storm last week and significant snow is predicted for mid-Atlantic states 2/5-6. Once you get on board, everything will be that much sweeter...enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scchasgal Posted February 4, 2010 Author #14 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I hope you don't have travel problems getting to MIA for your 2/6 departure.NC got clobbered with ice storm last week and significant snow is predicted for mid-Atlantic states 2/5-6. Once you get on board, everything will be that much sweeter...enjoy! Thanks for your concern we are driving and leaving early tomorrow morning. Some of our roll call are flying in from mid Atlantic states on Saturday morning and they are concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat cruiser Posted February 5, 2010 #15 Share Posted February 5, 2010 scchasgal we are cruising on the 20 th. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine4u2 Posted February 8, 2010 #16 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Going on 3/13/2010 would love to see pic of an inside room if you can if not any would do. would like to know about the nite life. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GORDONCHICK Posted February 8, 2010 #17 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Going on 3/13/2010 would love to see pic of an inside room if you can if not any would do. would like to know about the nite life. Thanks Join the roll call: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=939417&page=10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine4u2 Posted February 9, 2010 #18 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Join the roll call: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=939417&page=10 I have and loving it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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