As is our policy, we flew to Seattle two days before the cruise - and we spent more time waiting in airports than we did flying - oh well.
Both cruises were mostly excellent except for the weather and a couple of other issues (more on the Pearl cruise later).
The staff on the Jewel was super as usual - Ruth our concierge from three cruises on NCL Epic took VERY good care of us - Nelson our butler was the best ever. Roshell and Elizabeth in Cagney's were GREAT - Thomas in Star Bar really good as was Marcia.
We love aft facing Penthouses on Norwegian ships - plenty of room - wonderful views with access to Cagney's for breakfast and lunch - plus concierge and butler service - what's not to like