Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jewel
- Cruises
- 42
- From
- $299
Ship comparison
Norwegian Jewel vs Norwegian Pearl
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Pearl
- Cruises
- 32
- From
- $599
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Jewel is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,376 passengers, in service since 2005. Norwegian Pearl is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,394 passengers, in service since 2006.
Choose Norwegian Jewel if you want more culture, a lower starting fare or a more romantic trip: it outscores Norwegian Pearl for cultural (7.0 vs 4.0) and romantic (7.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $299 (vs $599).
Choose Norwegian Pearl if you want more of a party: it outscores Norwegian Jewel for party (10.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Jewel | Norwegian Pearl | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2005 | 2006 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2018 (better) | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 93,502 | 93,530 |
| Passengers | 2,376 | 2,394 |
| Crew | 1,100 | 1,084 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 | 2.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.4 (better) | 39.1 |
| Decks | 15 | 15 |
| Length | 965 ft | 965 ft |
| Beam | 105 ft | 105 ft |
| Speed | 29 mph | 26 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 42 | 32 |
| Upcoming sailings | 53 | 89 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 17 nights | 5 to 14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $299 (better) | $599 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Jewel leads on 7 of the ten, Norwegian Pearl on 1, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jewel
Since its launch, Norwegian Jewel — namesake of Norwegian Cruise Line's Jewel Class cruise ships — has proved to be a gem of a vessel. In addition to offering some of the largest suites at sea, there are staterooms to accommodate every style.
Highlights
- Start crooning, scatting and belting out those favorite tunes in three private karaoke rooms in the FYZZ Carbaret Lounge & Bar.
- Whatever your passion or poison enjoy a full sake bar, a whiskey bar or champagne bar and toast to good times!
- You must check out Club Underground with a NYC subway theme with full 1980's style graffiti... it's for teens but you may enjoy the scene!
- 24/7 made to order hot delivered pizza!
Sailing now
42 cruises on sale, from $299.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Pearl
Whether cruising to Bermuda, New England or through the Panama Canal, you can experience the wonders of the world aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl.
Highlights
- Watch glaciers calve from a private balcony while on an Alaska cruise.
- Enjoy a fantastic steak in Cagneys while sailing through the Caribbean.
- Relax in the hydrotherapy room after a couples massage at the South Pacific Spa.
- Summer Palace Main Dining Room is right out of a Dr. Zhivago, inspired by the grand palaces of St. Petersburg and the era of the great Tsars of Russia.
Sailing now
32 cruises on sale, from $599.
Questions
Norwegian Jewel or Norwegian Pearl?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Jewel or Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl is bigger at 93,530 gross tons, against 93,502 gross tons for Norwegian Jewel. Norwegian Jewel carries 2,376 passengers and Norwegian Pearl carries 2,394.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Jewel or Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2006 against 2005 for Norwegian Jewel.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Jewel, with 39.4 gross tons per passenger against 39.1 on Norwegian Pearl. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10.
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