Welcome aboard

During the cruise, the daily program — The Freestyle Daily — will be available in the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) App, and a printed copy will also be delivered to your cabin each day.

The Freestyle Daily includes bar and dining hours, helpful ship information, the CTTE concert and event schedule, and brief descriptions of many of the daily activities.

All guests will be given a printed, full 5-day schedule at embarkation. The most up-to-date version of the schedule will also be included in the Freestyle Daily which will be delivered to your cabin each evening.

Remember, we are at sea and Mother Nature sometimes has other plans so we may need to adjust the schedule. Should this happen after the daily schedules have been delivered to your cabin, we will post flyers near elevators and make ship-wide announcements.

Finally, you will see our schedule listed on video screens throughout the ship and on the TV in your cabin.

Are you ready for your self-guided tour? Simply walk to the uppermost deck on the ship, follow the maps you will find in the stairwells, and work your way down. On the upper levels you will generally find public areas like pools, pool bars, spas, gym, sports courts/features, deck relaxation areas, buffets, specialty restaurants, observation bars, children/teen areas and more.

Down lower in the entertainment decks, you will find an array of bars, clubs and lounges featuring wines, specialty drinks and music. In addition, you can visit the main dining room, more specialty restaurants, main showroom/theater, coffee bars, shops, Guest Services Desk, Shore Excursion Desk and many additional entertainment features.

Although we hope you will never need it, you will find the ship’s medical center on Deck 4. Please check your Freestyle Daily or contact Guest Services for regular hours and emergency services.

NCL makes every effort to accommodate guests whenever possible. This includes dietary restrictions and allergies. The Pearl can accommodate dietary needs such as: Food allergies, Gluten-free, Low-fat, and Low-sodium. If dietary restrictions or allergies are a concern, please meet with the Head Waiter in the Main Dining Room and Restaurant Managers at other dining venues as soon as possible, to review the menus and identify selections you wish to have modified or avoided. A variety of vegetarian meals are available on all menus in the Main Dining Room and Garden Café every day. Guests do not need to make a special request for these meals.

If you have any food allergies or a dietary requirement that requires Kosher meals or gluten-free food products, you will need to notify NCL. Obtaining the product for many of these requests requires a 30-day notice prior to sailing, and we want to ensure that they are able to fulfill your request. They cannot guarantee Kosher Meal requests made within 30 days of sail date. For the protection of all our guests, it is not permissible to bring aboard any food items that would require preparation by the ship’s staff, or food items that would require cold storage in their kitchen facilities.

Guests may not bring on board any food items other than baby food and/or dry, nonperishable snack items (cookies, crackers, chips, energy bars, etc.).

If you have special dietary needs, please complete the form in the link below and/or call the toll-free number:
(866) 584-9756.

If you did not previously make your shore excursion reservations, it is a good idea to visit the Excursion Desk (located on Deck 7, Port side next to the Atrium) early to make sure you get the tours you desire. Normally the desk is open at embarkation, but in some cases you may have to return during the hours posted. Hopefully, you have done your homework on the ports we will be visiting and know what you want to see and do. Talk over your plans and preferences with the Shore Excursion Agents to determine what choices are best for your party. Don’t forget to discuss all health; mobility or age (children and elderly) constraints so you book excursions that are within your group’s capabilities.

Today’s cruise ships feature some of the most complete and beautiful spa/fitness/beauty facilities in the world, land or sea. If you didn’t book your services online during the online check-in process, then during your tour of the ship, check them out and make your appointments early so you won’t be disappointed. Be advised that “no shows” will typically be charged so ask about cancellation policies.

Congratulations! You’ve had a busy day thus far, but the extra effort and preparation will make it smooth sailing the rest of your cruise. Find your favorite new “watering hole” and relax a bit with a refreshing cocktail.

Upon returning to your cabin, you may have received your checked luggage. If so, take the time to unpack and get organized before your evening out. Remember, there are lots of bags to distribute so please be patient; it may take until late evening before all the bags are delivered.

If you need anything pressed for the next couple of days, contact your room steward to pick up your garments so they are back in time. Try to stay ahead of the schedule by requesting future laundry and dry-cleaning services early. Please note there is a nominal fee for laundry services.

Bringing irons and steamers onboard is not permitted.

Today’s modern cruise ships are among the most spotless hotels in the world (floating or land based) and adhere to high levels of sanitation control and cleanliness. As is the case in any public space, hotel, or cruise ship, it is important to wash your hands regularly. Many ships provide hand sanitizer dispensers at locations throughout the ship so make sure that you and your party keep your hands sanitized often.

The Lifeboat Drill or Muster Drill is a compulsory drill that all passengers must participate in prior to sailing. Fortunately, now you will complete your muster (lifeboat) drill prior even boarding the ship! You mean we don’t have to put on our life jackets and stand outside anymore at our muster stations? Correct! You will now watch a video online or in the NCL app during the check-in process. Once you are onboard you will take your cruise card to your muster station (located on your cruise card), the NCL staff member will scan your card and you are all done.

ASSEMBY STATION LOCATIONS:

• Assembly Station A – Stardust Theater | Deck 7 – Forward
• Assembly Station B – Promenade Deck | Deck 7 – Starboard Side
• Assembly Station C – Lotus Garden | Deck 7 – Midship
• Assembly Station D – O’Sheehans | Deck 8 – Midship
• Assembly Station E – Le Bistro | Deck 6 – Midship
• Assembly Station F – Magnum’s Bar City | Deck 6 – Mid
• Assembly Station G – Indigo Restaurant | Deck 6 – Mid
• Assembly Station H – Summer Palace | Deck 6 – Aft
• Assembly Station K – Promenade Deck | Deck 7 – Port Side

Make sure to watch the below video so you know what to expect!

Choose from two unlimited Wi-Fi Passes – both powered by Starlink. You may connect via your own personal laptop, cell phone or tablet. All cabins have access to the Internet via a wireless connection. In order to access the Internet, you will need to purchase an Internet package. Internet access is based on a shared satellite bandwidth and guests may experience slower connections during peak hours.

Packages may be pre-purchased and at times, there can be savings for pre-purchasing. Be sure to check it out!

Norwegian has an advanced roaming network available on all ships, allowing you to place and receive calls, voice mail, text messages and GPRS data using your own cell phone. Per minute rate applies; carrier rates may apply. Contact your carrier for your rates and roaming charges. For additional information on cellular service at sea, please visit: cellularatsea.com.

With your cellular phone, your wireless carrier and cellular at sea, you can talk, text, share and cruise!

We HIGHLY suggest downloading the Norwegian App if you have not already. Through this app you can do many things like check-in, complete the E-Muster, get all the cruise updates, check your onboard account, and see important information like the daily schedule. You do NOT have to purchase the internet package to use this app onboard.

You can make ship-to-shore calls from your stateroom, 24 hours a day. You will be billed* at applicable ship-to-shore rates.

*Please use American Express, MasterCard and Discover Card, only.

Our CTTE staff will be located at the “Guest Services” Desk on Deck 7, midship near the Atrium. Our staff is available to answer any of your Cruise to the Edge questions during posted hours. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help make your CTTE experience more enjoyable. When in doubt, always visit the CTTE Hospitality Desk first, BEFORE visiting the Pearl Guest Services Desk.

Ship-related questions should be directed to Guest Services located on Deck 7, midship. When in doubt, before visiting Guest Services, please visit the Cruise to the Edge Hospitality Desk. Please understand that any questions related specifically to Cruise to the Edge, must be addressed to the CTTE Hospitality Desk, as this is a charter.

The CTTE Merch store is the place for everything Cruise to Edge! The wide variety of CTTE merchandise will ensure there is something for every Prog fan! Show your CTTE Pride and grab some new gear! Visit the CTTE Store on the Pool Deck (Deck 12).

Remember, you are NOT able to use your Cruise Card to purchase CTTE merchandise. Both cash and credit card are accepted. Keep in mind that at times the ability to use a credit card may be limited due to Internet speed.

Most artists will be performing twice during the sailing. Similar to a festival, performances will take place on multiple stages throughout the ship at varying times, with some performances taking place in venues where capacity is limited. 

DO NOT GET ON THE SHIP WITHOUT YOUR LAMINATE!

ALL Cruise to the Edge Guests will receive an envelope with their laminate and seating instructions during the embarkation process. Please be sure to open it and make sure you have everything. If, for any reason, you do not receive your laminate, please alert a CTTE team member immediately. Please be sure to read the instructions carefully in order to clearly understand how seating works throughout your cruise.

While you will be given seating instructions during embarkation, we highly recommend that you take a look at these before you sail so you are fully informed and ready to hit the ground running once on board. These instructions can be found now on our Venue Entry & Seating Instructions Page.

During the cruise, there will be photo experiences scheduled with select performers. CTTE photographers will be taking all of the photos and they may be downloaded at no cost using the link: www.VIPCruisePhotos.com. Please allow approximately 1-2 weeks after your return for all photos to be uploaded.

Please note that due to the number of CTTE performers, guests, and the limited time available, the artists will not be able to sign autographs during these sessions.

The Norwegian Pearl is known for its wide variety of dining and lounge options. So, grab a glass at Magnum’s Champagne and Wine Bar or a pint at Maltings Beer and Whiskey Bar. Prefer something straight up? Why not stop into Shakers Martini & Cocktail Bar…the options truly are endless!

Of course, what is a good drink without incredible cuisine to go with it? With so many Complimentary and Specialty Dining options, you can find whatever your heart desires! Anything from casual to formal, wings at 3 am or even if you don’t want to leave your stateroom…the Pearl’s dining options will satisfy whatever you crave!

If you are hoping to take advantage of some of the specialty restaurants on board (and we HIGHLY recommend you do), be sure to book your reservation as soon as possible, as reservations fill up fast. Also, remember that the Specialty Restaurants are not included in your cruise fare and have an additional charge that will be added to your onboard account.

All the Complimentary Dining options on CTTE are Open Seating, so if you are going to dine in the dining room, be sure to check the daily program for the hours of operation and go when it is right for you.

Please see your Freestyle Daily for the hours for all bars.

All guests are required to follow and adhere to all posted onboard policies, Norwegian’s Guest Conduct Policy follow all guidelines outlined in the Terms and Conditions of the booking, as well as the Shipboard Etiquette as listed on our website. Failure to do so shall result in immediate disembarkation from the vessel. This includes, but not limited to, smoking, alcohol consumption, illegal substances, guest behavior, intentional or unintentional damage to the vessel, and more. We thank you in advance for your cooperation…let’s have a fun and safe sailing!

IMPORTANT NOTE: We have seen multiple discussions and have received emails about Edibles and other cannabis products. ANY AND ALL CANNABIS PRODUCTS ARE PROHIBITED on all cruise ships, and there are no exceptions for the 2026 Cruise to the Edge. Any guests who bring on these products will be removed from the ship and possibly listed on the “No Sail” list with Norwegian Cruise Lines. In addition this is a federal offense, and the consequences are not worth it, please don’t risk it!

As the health and well-being of guests and crew is of the utmost importance to NCL, indoor public areas, with the exception of the cigar lounges and the casino, throughout all our ships are smoke-free. Dedicated outdoor areas are assigned to smoking.

Indoor Areas

Cigar Lounge: Cigar smoking is permitted in the designated cigar lounge. Cigarettes, pipe, electronic cigarettes and vapor smoking devices are not permitted in the cigar lounge.

Casino: Active Casino players may smoke cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and vapor smoking devices in the Casino during gaming hours. Cigar and pipe smoking is not permitted in the Casino.

Staterooms: Guests are not permitted to smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipe, electronic cigarettes and vapor devices in their staterooms or on their balconies. Smoking inside your stateroom or on your balcony will result in a $250 USD cleaning charge added to your onboard account. If cigarette burns on furniture, linens, towels or carpeting are detected; guests will be advised and charged for the damages.

Outdoor Areas

Smoking, including cigars, pipe, electronic cigarettes and vapor smoking devices, is not permitted in or near venues serving food, the jogging track, outdoor sporting venues, or children’s pool areas.

Pool Deck:

The designated smoking areas for cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, pipe smoking and vapor smoking devices are permitted on deck 13 forward port side.

Be mindful of signs that indicate where and when smoking is permitted, always use an ash tray, and never throw anything off the ship. Thank you for your cooperation.

Please be aware that a professional video crew will be on board shooting footage to be used for the promotion of future Cruise to the Edge events. When the video team is shooting in any particular location/venue on the ship, your presence in said location/venue acknowledges your permission for your likeness to be used in the future for non-commercial broadcast promotional videos or still pictures. If you do not wish to be filmed please notify the video crew and be prepared to exit the location/venue for a short time until taping is complete. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Artists are available throughout the entire cruise experience, from concerts, photo ops, Q&A sessions and more. In fact, they have a crazy schedule with very little downtime. Please be respectful of the limited time off that they have during the cruise. With all the scheduled, you will have plenty of opportunities to interact with them and see them perform. Please, when you see one of our artists taking a break, by all means wave and say, “hi” in passing, but respect that this is a small period of downtime for them before their next event.

In the event of a violation of the Shipboard Etiquette or the Terms & Conditions by Passenger during a performance and/or the Cruise, Passenger acknowledges that security personnel will act quickly to protect the artists, crew, and other passengers, and to prevent Passenger from disrupting the performance or creating safety issues for others. Such action may include prohibiting Passenger from attending Cruise performances and events, and/or removing Passenger from the Cruise (at any port), at Passenger’s sole expense and responsibility.

NCL’s procedure for disembarking the ship could not be any easier! With both the option to check your bag the night before and retrieve it once you reach the pier or “Easy Walk-Off Disembarkation” where you hand-carry your own luggage and be one of the first to disembark…the process will be a breeze, and you can choose which option is right for you. Make sure to review the instruction information delivered to your stateroom generally on the evening before the last day of the sailing.

If you choose to have NCL assist you with your luggage, simply follow the disembarkation instructions given to you and add your luggage tag to your luggage. Luggage tags correspond with the time you would like to leave. It’s that simple! If you need to change your departure time, please go to the Guest Service Desk, Deck 7, mid-ship starting from 12:00 noon onwards on the last day to exchange your luggage tags. Colored time slots are limited. Once that color is gone, kindly select another color.

Once you have your selected luggage tags, fill them out and attach them to your luggage before putting your bags outside your stateroom door. Bags must be out in the hallway the night before departure and the ship will instruct you by what time this is required. Remember, you will be putting your luggage outside your door and will not have access to your luggage in the morning. We strongly suggest that you have a small carry-on bag for your morning essentials and toiletries.

In addition, if needed, guests may be asked to fill out a US Customs form, which will be provided to you the night prior to disembarkation, along with instructions.

Once you have cleared customs, (make sure to have your passports and/or proof of citizenship handy) you will depart the terminal. There are plenty of taxis that will be waiting outside for departing guests.

Ship’s passengers may be contacted via telephone using the above phone numbers. Please have the ship Name (Norwegian Pearl) as well as credit card information handy. The cost is $7.95 USD a minute and can be charged to a MasterCard® or Visa®. From outside the U.S. additional long-distance charges will also apply. We advise that your friends, co-workers and relatives use it only in case of an emergency.

• (855) 330-2889
• reservations@cruisetotheedge.com
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• 1761 N. Cruise Blvd Miami, FL 33132
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• Terminal C
• 1741/1751 N. Cruise Blvd. Miami, FL 33132
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