Pearl Seaways ferry

MS Pearl Seaways is a Ro-Ro passenger ferry operated by the Denmark-based company DFDS SEAWAYS. The ship has a maximum capacity of 1,989 passengers and can carry 320 cars plus 60 trucks (trailers). Launched in 1989, the vessel currently operates on the Denmark–Norway ferry route Copenhagen–Oslo, with a crossing time of approximately 17 hours.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Pearl Seaways has 702 cabins (maximum occupancy of 4 passengers) with a total of 2,166 berths. All staterooms are air-conditioned and fitted with en-suite bathrooms. The ferry operator provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Standard complimentary amenities include bedding, bathroom facilities (WC, shower, washbasin, towels), a large mirror, LCD TV (except in standard and economy cabins), writing desk with chair, wardrobe with hangers, and European power outlets (220V, 2-pin sockets).

• COMMODORE cabins are premium outside accommodations in the categories Commodore, Commodore De Luxe, Commodore Balcony, and Commodore Owner Suite. All Commodore-class cabins are equipped with a mini-bar, mirrored vanity/writing table with chair, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, double bed (some convertible to twin beds), bedside table-cabinet, reading lamps, wardrobe, seating area (round table with two chairs), and a square-shaped, non-opening porthole window. Bonus COMMODORE-class amenities include steward service, a complimentary hot buffet breakfast, and 1/4 bottle of sparkling wine per passenger (outward crossing only).
• Commodore De Luxe and Balcony cabins, as well as Suites, also include exclusive access to the COMMODORE DE LUXE LOUNGE. The lounge is open 24 hours (boarding card access) and offers unlimited snacks and beverages (pastries, cakes, cookies, fruit, wine and beer by the glass, tea, coffee, soft drinks, juices, and bottled mineral water), as well as complimentary use of conference rooms (Wi-Fi, two Mac computers per meeting room, newspapers, and magazines).
• ECONOMY cabins are 4-berth inside staterooms located on lower decks, each fitted with four bunk beds (two lower and two upper).
• Other available cabin categories include STANDARD INSIDE (2- or 4-berth) and STANDARD SEAVIEW (2-, 4-, or 5-berth, with a large non-opening square window).
• STANDARD and ECONOMY cabins do not have en-suite bathrooms; passengers use shared restroom and shower facilities.

Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible and adapted for disabled passengers. DFDS Seaways ferries also feature designated “Pet Cabins”.

• For passengers with disabilities, there are 2 outside and 4 inside accessible cabins available.
• Onboard elevators are suitable for wheelchairs. The ship has three forward-midship lifts (door opening 0.9 m, cabin size 1.2 x 1.3 m), as well as disabled toilets in accessible cabins and on decks 7 and 8.
• Passengers traveling with pets must book an entire cabin (double or triple occupancy). Animals must be transported in pet cages. Dogs, including service dogs, must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle.

The vessel also offers a spacious Reserved Seating Lounge with pre-bookable reclining seats (aircraft-style seating).

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to arrival at the homeport. Passenger check-in closes 1 hour before ferry departure.

Shipboard facilities, dining, and entertainment

Onboard facilities on Pearl Seaways include:

• (Deck 1) Engine room, storage areas, bakery
• (Deck 2) Seaways-class staterooms, crew cabins, crew gym
• (Deck 3) Car deck
• (Deck 4) Car platform (hydraulically lowered)
• (Deck 5) Seaways-class staterooms
• (Deck 6) Seaways-class staterooms, crew cabins, Adventure Club SPA, Blue Zone (family play area with swimming pool)
• (Deck 7) Galley, 7 Seas Buffet Restaurant (hot dishes, cold appetizers, desserts, soft drinks), Information Desk / Reception, ATM/cash machine/bureau de change, Wi-Fi service, Tax-Free Sea Shop, Compass Casino, Baresso Coffee, Children’s Playroom, Commodore- and Seaways-class staterooms, crew cabins
• (Deck 8) Little Italy (Italian restaurant), Explorer’s Restaurant, Blue Riband Restaurant, Marco Polo Restaurant, Latitude Cafe, Red & White Wine Bar, Navigator’s Bar, Columbus Nightclub
• (Deck 9) Navigation Bridge, Commodore-class staterooms, crew cabins, crew mess
• (Deck 10) Sky Club Discotheque (lower level, 1 of 2), SPA area with a pool, crew cabins (officers’ quarters), Commodore-class Balcony staterooms
• (Deck 11) Sky Club Discotheque (upper level, 2 of 2, balcony), Conference Centre (auditorium and 18 meeting rooms), Commodore Balcony staterooms, crew cabins (deck officers), Commodore Deluxe Lounge
• Baresso Coffee serves beverages, cocktails, coffee drinks, light snacks, gourmet sweets, fresh fruit, and juices. The venue is equipped with large TVs (satellite reception) for live sports and music programs.
• The Road Kings area (with showers, restaurant, and quiet lounge) is exclusively reserved for truck drivers.
• The Premium Lounge offers additional privacy and complimentary coffee, tea, cold drinks, snacks, and newspapers.
• Pirates Island / Children’s Playroom is an indoor playground featuring a ball pool, large TV for cartoons, and children’s art tables.
• The Tax Free Sea Shop is a duty-free boutique and convenience store offering gifts, souvenirs, alcohol, tobacco products, luxury perfumes and cosmetics, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, confectionery, fashion items, toys, electronics, gourmet sweets, handmade teas, and spices. Shopping promotions are available on each crossing. Payments are accepted in cash and by bank cards (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard). Premium brands onboard include Versace, Elizabeth Arden, Tommy Hilfiger, Moschino, Paco Rabanne, Carolina Herrera, Hugo Boss, Gucci, L’Oréal, DKNY, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Face Inc.
• The Reserved Seating Lounge is fitted with comfortable Pullman seats (fully reclining leather armchairs) and large TVs.

The ship’s top deck serves as a Heli Deck with a helipad used in emergency situations.

All emergency instructions are displayed at the ship’s assembly (muster) stations, where life jackets are issued. In the event of an emergency, the use of elevators is prohibited.

Car decks

The garage decks can accommodate trucks (trailers), cars, caravans, motorhomes, motorcycles, and bicycles, all without baggage restrictions. The following safety procedures apply on the vehicle decks:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring special assistance should report to the ship’s Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Apply the handbrake and place the vehicle in park or first gear. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, and headlights. Any gas cylinders must be turned off. Lock the vehicle.
• Remove only valuables and essential hand luggage from the vehicle.
• Note your vehicle’s location, including deck number and stairway, before leaving the car deck.
• Access to vehicle and cargo decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking is strictly forbidden on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges.
• Wait for onboard announcements before returning to your vehicle.
• To minimize air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner DFDS Seaways (fleet, founded in 1866 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark) is a Danish shipping company operating passenger and freight ferry services throughout Northern Europe.