Linda R

Not sure what ship you are on, but the Aft suites looking at the wake are fabulous. I book those wherever I can. Mainly they are on older class ships though.

I usually stay in Jr Suites for many reasons. And I book as soon as cruises are available to reserve, at that time Jr Suites are often not much more expensive. I just booked transatlantic 2025 in Jr Suite. I also like the coffee pot in Jr suite as you get better coffee and do not have to wait for coffee or tea to be delivered.

Onboard. They do not book all reservations online before anyway. Always a big selection once you board.

If I remember it correctly there is coffee service just outside Windjammer, near windows on one side. You can get into the Windjammer anytime thru those doors. We go to Windjammer just before they close sometimes and hang out between meals to play cards, and have coffee and ice cream. They never will ask you to leave Windjammer. Unless maybe in middle of the night, when they are cleaning carpets, etc.

On Brilliance it is in the Windjammer. Some older ships they are in Windjammer. Oasis and Anthem class are all by the pool. Wish they were in both locations on all ships!

I do about the same thing. If I am just washing socks and underwear I just wash them in the shower when I am showering. Roll in towels after and hang up. Even on 14 day cruises I rarely have to wash many things. Just underwear mostly. I also do not go to the gym.

Also when we travel to Europe we have foreign money. Sometimes 2 or 3 types for different countries. We also carry all that on in our carry-on bag. Each type of money in its own envelope or small zippered pouch.

I carry cash too. We both carry some cash in carry-on bag, in an envelope. Never an issue. As you said, once onboard we put it in safe. Just carry what we need each day in pocket or purse.

I agree, have a good travel agent book this for you. And do not try for everyone, or most of you, to do other things together. Maybe dinners together but most times let people do as they please. Get up when they want, etc. It gets very tiring to try and organized everyone.

Am not fond of Princess but if you have wanted to try them, then you should. And this could be your opportunity to do so. Enjoy

I understand the lead/main person in a cabin must always stay on the reservation. The second person can be changed to another name though. Otherwise the reservation must be cancelled and another cabin booked, at the current rate.

Could be a number of unforeseen circumstances in delay. Materials delayed. Not enough labor. Permits. Am not sure it is anything anyone wants. Hope you still have a great time.

I agree. I never book flights before noon. You may dock at 7am but a number of things can change the actual debarking time for passengers.

Where did you exchange it at? Any bar?

I learned something new today! Thank you

I have taken to Diamond lounge and given it to someone. To dining room and did the same. Or offered to cabin attendant, who usually are eager to accept it. But they do not usually take it until last day, so I just leave it in cabin for them in that case. Another interesting case was the time I had a bottle of champagne called Michelle, I stood by by cabin door and the next couple to come by I gave it to them. Funny as her name was Michelle and it was their first cruise! I was thrilled.

I reached Pinnacle earlier this year and loving it.

oasis class I think has a lot for kids. We took our 3 grandkids on Harmony this summer. Lots of waterslides and activities for them not to get bored. I would stay away from the older smaller ships. Oasis class or Quantum class.

We had 12 of us on a cruise once. They put 2 tables next to each other to accommodate us. We rotated seats at each dinner to be able to visit with different people. As you usually only have conversations with the people near/next to you. It worked great.

Yes, the seafood is fabulous on Europe cruises.

Just wanted to mention that I had issue with meat (mainly beef) that was served in Europe. Went to Chops 3 times and the filet was tough and chewy, Could not eat. I mentioned it everytime and they said it was the meat qualities and cuts are different in Europe. Not at all the quality as US meats. When I do Europe cruises I do not expect to get the same beef as US, nor the quality. Too bad really. So I rarely order beef on Europe cruises. But other food was good and enjoyed very much.

I agree, do not think the cruise line will do anything. So sorry you are going thru this.

Totally agree

I prefer larger and newer ships. Oasis class is fantastic. Symphony, Oasis and Harmony are my favorites. I also like Odyssey.

I book early, as soon as the cruises are available to book. Which is 1 1/2 to 2 years out. Those seem to be the best prices. I also try to go the weeks that are less expensive. No holidays including spring break. I always do transatlantic cruises in the spring. Very inexpensive, like 14 night cruise for the price of 7 nights. And flights 1 way back home are becoming less money all the time. Sometimes I get them for less than a domestic flight. I also have a credit card that I get airline miles (and I put everything I buy on that credit card) and have used the miles for free international flights, upgrades, or the flight to debarkation port in the US. You also get companion fares. I live in Montana so have to fly everywhere to get a cruise, and cruise often.