EtheB Posted May 23, 2011 #1 Share Posted May 23, 2011 So - been looking at a "secret treasures" cruise in 2012. Interestingly it seems I have the choice of Jewel in May or Pearl in June. I've been on the Jewel (16 night "explorer" in 2010) and had a great time - despite the reviews being all over the place. I've been reading about the Pearl and again the reviews seem to vary from heaven to hell. Has anyone been on both? I have no problems traveling on the Jewel again - I'd know exactly what to expect, but am wondering whether I'd be better off trying a different ship? Or not... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tassie cruiser Posted May 24, 2011 #2 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Go for Pearly....do it, do it, do it..:p Fiona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debsta Posted May 24, 2011 #3 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I've been on both. Going on Jewel in July again for 3 night quickie :p. There isn't much difference. I went on the Pearl to find out for myself.....you might like to do the same to try something new too :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brossy Posted May 26, 2011 #4 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I've been on both. Going on Jewel in July again for 3 night quickie :p. There isn't much difference. I went on the Pearl to find out for myself.....you might like to do the same to try something new too :D r I have to agree. There isn't a huge amount of difference except Pearl has a Dome. I think Lido deck (pool deck) is better on the Jewel. Kids clubs are in a better location on the Pearl. I would book another cruise on either ship :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyrules Posted May 26, 2011 #5 Share Posted May 26, 2011 So - been looking at a "secret treasures" cruise in 2012.Interestingly it seems I have the choice of Jewel in May or Pearl in June. I've been on the Jewel (16 night "explorer" in 2010) and had a great time - despite the reviews being all over the place. I've been reading about the Pearl and again the reviews seem to vary from heaven to hell. Has anyone been on both? I have no problems traveling on the Jewel again - I'd know exactly what to expect, but am wondering whether I'd be better off trying a different ship? Or not... We've been on both, and Pearl is definetly the nicer of the two ships. So given the same itinerary - Ï'd choose Pearl over Jewel everytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EtheB Posted May 29, 2011 Author #6 Share Posted May 29, 2011 We've been on both, and Pearl is definetly the nicer of the two ships. So given the same itinerary - Ï'd choose Pearl over Jewel everytime. Was Pearl "nicer" for any particular reason or just a general feel. Curious to know whether it may have been factors such as hundreds of kids running around, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizziedi Posted May 29, 2011 #7 Share Posted May 29, 2011 As is well documented on this forum we were not at all happy with our cruise on the Pearl (except for the friends we made). As we got an exceptional deal to cruise on the Jewel (23 June) and so far we have gotten pretty good reviews on the Jewel since it has returned to service, we thought we would give P&O another go. So whether you like it or not, you're going to get another review:p Cheers Di Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyrules Posted May 29, 2011 #8 Share Posted May 29, 2011 Was Pearl "nicer" for any particular reason or just a general feel.Curious to know whether it may have been factors such as hundreds of kids running around, etc. Pearl just has a much better feel about her. The conversion from Ocean Village was done a lot better than the conversion of Pacific Jewel from Ocean Village 2. Jewel's decor is very busy, but Pearl's is much more relaxed. She also has much more space, she doesn't feel as crowded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussie57 Posted May 30, 2011 #9 Share Posted May 30, 2011 As is well documented on this forum we were not at all happy with our cruise on the Pearl (except for the friends we made). As we got an exceptional deal to cruise on the Jewel (23 June) and so far we have gotten pretty good reviews on the Jewel since it has returned to service, we thought we would give P&O another go. So whether you like it or not, you're going to get another review:p Cheers Di We'll be onboard with you, Di. But our deal was good, not exceptional since we're in an inside cabin. But it was the last available wheelchair cabin at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkmw Posted May 30, 2011 #10 Share Posted May 30, 2011 As is well documented on this forum we were not at all happy with our cruise on the Pearl (except for the friends we made). As we got an exceptional deal to cruise on the Jewel (23 June) and so far we have gotten pretty good reviews on the Jewel since it has returned to service, we thought we would give P&O another go. So whether you like it or not, you're going to get another review:p Cheers Di hi Di, we will be onboard also so we'll see you too.....are you having sailaway in your suite again.....hope you are not on deck 11 under the smoking area bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizziedi Posted May 30, 2011 #11 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Hi Bob, How great to know you and Kay will be on board - look forward to seeing you both. Cheers Di & Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debsta Posted May 30, 2011 #12 Share Posted May 30, 2011 As is well documented on this forum we were not at all happy with our cruise on the Pearl (except for the friends we made). As we got an exceptional deal to cruise on the Jewel (23 June) and so far we have gotten pretty good reviews on the Jewel since it has returned to service, we thought we would give P&O another go. So whether you like it or not, you're going to get another review:p Cheers Di I'm Shocked :eek: hehe :D :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin-m Posted May 30, 2011 #13 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I have really yet to see anyone come back from the Pearl and say it was just alright or good or did the job. Everyone either says it's the best or the worst ship they have ever travelled on and that they're definitely going back or never setting foot near it again :P Pretty funny actually :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyrules Posted May 30, 2011 #14 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I have really yet to see anyone come back from the Pearl and say it was just alright or good or did the job. Everyone either says it's the best or the worst ship they have ever travelled on and that they're definitely going back or never setting foot near it again :P Pretty funny actually :) Hmm, everybody either LOVES or HATES Pacific Pearl AND Everyone either LOVES or HATES the current Cruise Director, Zoltina-J. Coincidence?? Interestingly I have a foot in both camps (like P.Pearl, don't like Z-J) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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