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  1. I am booked on the May 3 sailing on the Coral. I have not sailed this early in May - but have done mid month and later twice. Once was cold and once was mild (60's in the daytime. As far as September, I have only sailed mid to late August and into the first week of September which is my favorite time for temps and wildlife. Sailing in mid September can be rainy and the days are shorter but many people say they love to travel then. I booked this sailing based on the Coral. I sailed on the Island before she was refitted and it is my favorite Princess ship so far for size and layout. I expect temps to be cool to cold but since I have made multiple trips to Alaska I won't mind that. If this is your only planned trip it may not may work as well for you.
  2. Thinking the same! See you on board 🙂
  3. We don't sail until March 2024 and I have been following camera discussions on FB. Most recommend a waterproof camera in addition to the iPhone. GoPro and Olympus TG-6 are the top ones..... I am leaving my DSLR Nikon at home since it seems it will be too bulky. A waterproof case is necessary in the zodiacs when going between the ship and shore so if you have one be sure and bring it. Have a great trip!!!!
  4. Thanks for responding. I sailed in an IV cabin on the Apex in March and it will work for this trip. Always prefer a balcony but I am just happen to be sailing the Galapagos!!!!
  5. We just booked this morning for a March 2024 sailing and did the same. Looking at pictures of the ship it doesn't seem like any cabins would be bad. Hopefully other will post so we can see!
  6. My niece and I are booked on the 10 night March 15, 2024 sailing so thank you for your help! It is very exciting and I can't wait for your live from thread 😀
  7. Thank you Ken. I had been weighing the options and the 10 day itinerary does save a lot of hassle!' I think we are going to go for it 😄
  8. Thanks for all the responses! A credit back to my CC or a rebate would be great so I will ask about that. I am wondering if the Galapagos sailings work differently than other Celebrity sailings since I have never received anything back - but I manage it spend it on board Transfers, air to Baltra, gratuities and 2 excursions per day are included in the fare so unless I get the OBC back it isn't going to be of much use even though all the agents are offering various amounts.....
  9. It seems that everything is included in the fare except gratuities. If true, a lot of OBC isn't of much value. Am I missing something? What would I do with $1600 OBC? Just started planning and trying to decide on which cruise line so thanks for any insight!
  10. There is a refundable deposit option under the standard public fare. I had my PCC book my family under that but it was $100 more pp. Worth it for now and I will watch for future sales. Not expecting any since we are booked on the June 8, 2024 (7 day) sailing which is the middle leg of back to back options that I see roll calls for. For that reason I didn't want to miss out on side by side balconies....
  11. Having just returned from the Apex on March 25 I can say the infinite "veranda" was a huge disappointment. Noisy with neighbors on both sides operating the shade and the window at all times - day and night to the point that it seemed like an echo chamber at times.... Not sure how often they do the window washing but our upper and lower section was not clean enough to enjoy the view on most days so we didn't get much use out of it except when entering and leaving the ports. It does add light in the cabin and space though! When I got home I cancelled my May 2024 cruise and will look for a replacement. I will be sailing solo so the regular balcony isn't affordable 🙁
  12. I found this site to be helpful. https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/DP/deckplans/ov.php?ship=Sky-Princess&cabins=E401-E445
  13. I am cruising solo on this one. Hope you decide to book it!
  14. Paul is the best and his trips are awesome. Booked to go again next August! https://www.gallantadventures.com
  15. Have done this one in Sitka and can highly recommend. Small boat and very personal service. Here is the link so you can see if it is what you are looking for. Sitka Sound is really beautiful and the whales and otters are plentiful. I have already booked again for August 2023 😀 www.gallantadventures.com
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