Review of Pearl to Alaska 6-3-18

bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

Room Service Menu

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Clarea · June 4, 2018

Very nice photos!

bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

Sail away photos!

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bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

Summer palace photos and tonight's MDR menu

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bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

For dinner tonight we ate in Moderno. This was one of our favorites when we sailed Hawaii! It did not disappoint. The seafood chowder on the salad bar was one of the stand outside for me. When they brought out the sirloin, I got the first perfectly cooked crust cut. 🤤 All the meats were cooked beautifully. None were too dry or over seasoned. The chicken legs had a wonderfully crusty skin but still managed to be juicy in the middle. Grilled pineapple was a star as well, making for a great dessert.

I had my first ever mojito. It was a raspberry guava and was amazing! I also had an always delicious chocolate martini.

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bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

We had breakfast in summer palace. Delicious food. I only wishes there had been more cheese on my omelet.

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bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

Freestyle Daily - Day 2

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drumming cruisers · June 4, 2018

We are in aft suite next week 8630. Can you post pictures of your cabin? Thanks

MJSailors · June 4, 2018

Yes, interested in seeing a suite on the Pearl.

Please post photos when you have an opportunity.

bgccsownsck · June 4, 2018

Lunch today was in the buffet. There was no seating and we ended up sitting in the great outdoors. Too cold! We rushed through our food. [emoji23]

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bgccsownsck · June 5, 2018

The next time our steward makes up our cabin I will get photos for ya'll. [emoji16]

After lunch we had a nap and at 3:30 we had spa appointments for facials.

I have never had a facial. I didn't really know what to expect. I had hopes it would help clear out the blackheads on my nose. That doesn't seem to be the case. It was very relaxing. Everything she used smelled very good. Overall I'm happy with it. If I had known it wasn't going to clear up my blackheads though, I don't think I would've done it.

Dinner tonight is in Cagney's. So I'll be back with menus. Maybe this time I will remember food photos [emoji23]

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drumming cruisers · June 5, 2018

Lunch today was in the buffet. There was no seating and we ended up sitting in the great outdoors. Too cold! We rushed through our food. [emoji23]

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SSHHHHH....next time sit in La Cucina restaurant right next to buffet;p

cruisecraze96 · June 5, 2018

Looks like you guys are having fun, we sail July 22nd and can't wait :) Thanks for posting the daily's, that just made my day and it looks like there is a lot to do for everyone.

cruisecraze96 · June 5, 2018

If you happen to walk by any of the kid programs looking for pictures of the activity sheets they might have for the teens and the younger kids (8 & 5).

MJSailors · June 5, 2018

Maybe I missed it,but when is your wedding ?

Will you be married on the ship or somewhere in Alaska ?

Wishing you both a lovely day ! <3<3:champagne-toast:

bgccsownsck · June 5, 2018

So... Cagney's. Before I start my review let me just say this: we went to Cagney's on New year's Eve aboard Pride of America. It was pretty much the worst experience ever. We waited at the bar 2 1/2 hours longer than our reservation time. My steak was overcooked and Sean's was undercooked.

This trip to Cagney's could not have been more different. Both of our steaks were cooked beautifully. All the food was amazing. Stand outs for me were the Mac and Cheese, the Brownie and of course the Filet Mignon.

I'm also including tonight's MDR menu even though we didn't eat there.

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bgccsownsck · June 5, 2018

Freestyle Daily Day 3

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kikipug · June 5, 2018

Thanks for the updates! We'll be onboard next month at this time. Are you posting from your cell phone, and if so, what carrier and how is the signal, or did you buy the wifi package? (We have a serious medical situation that we'll be leaving at home, so I'm still trying to decide the best way to stay connected.) I've cruised plenty of times, but not Alaska and am hoping that Verizon will be adequate!!!

alibubba · June 5, 2018

So... Cagney's. Before I start my review let me just say this: we went to Cagney's on New year's Eve aboard Pride of America. It was pretty much the worst experience ever. We waited at the bar 2 1/2 hours longer than our reservation time. My steak was overcooked and Sean's was undercooked.

This trip to Cagney's could not have been more different. Both of our steaks were cooked beautifully. All the food was amazing. Stand outs for me were the Mac and Cheese, the Brownie and of course the Filet Mignon.

I'm also including tonight's MDR menu even though we didn't eat there.

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So glad your experience at Cagney's was better this time. It is definitely one of our favorites on every ship we've been on. We go mid July, so really enjoying your posts. This will be our second time on the pearl, but first time in a suite and with two grandkids, so things will be different. Love all that you include.

bgccsownsck · June 6, 2018

This morning we had breakfast very early in Garden Cafe. The early risers menu consists of fresh fruit, cereal and milk, assorted pastries and juices.

After showers we had second breakfast at O'Sheehan's. I forgot a menu picture [emoji19]

After more getting ready and a glass of wine from my Mother (to stop me pacing around the stateroom) it was time for the dress.

We attended the port shopping talk yesterday afternoon and through Linda (who gave the talk) we got signed up for a priority tender. Because of the Bliss being in Port, the ship didn't actually get to dock until around 3. At 1 they started tendering for people who wanted to get off before that.

A quick cab up to pick up our marriage license, an Uber back, and some shopping later we were meeting family at the tramway for the wedding.

The ride up to Mt. Roberts was painless and beautiful. The hike up was a little taxing, but we all made it. Our officiant was from Alaska Weddings and did a good job with our ceremony.

The shuttle back to the ship was right there by the tram. Easy to find. Now we are back on board for dinner in La Cucina.

Wedding photos!!!

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Kealy · June 7, 2018

Congratulations!

bgccsownsck · June 7, 2018

La Cucina was great for dinner. I was too busy chatting to take pictures. I had the shrimp risotto, which may have been a tad undercooked for my personal liking but the flavors were awesome regardless. I also had the ribeye with the polenta, both of which were great.[ATTACH]423392[/ATTACH]

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bgccsownsck · June 7, 2018

Day 4 Freestyle Daily

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bgccsownsck · June 7, 2018

After a quick breakfast we got a bus for our first excursion. We chose the Yukon Territory Scenic Drive, mostly because I wanted to see emerald lake. We were on a little bus that seated 29 passengers. There were only 27 of us. Sitting on the right side of the bus was a good idea. We got tired on the way back and I closed my eyes involuntarily for about 20 minutes on the way back. We saw Lake Tutshi, Carcross, the Carcross Dessert, Emerald Lake, and many other places along the highway whose names escape me. We even saw a black bear on our way back. Lunch was 3 types of sandwiches, two types of soup, fresh fruit, banana bread, and apple pie.