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  1. This email serves as the Princess announcement of their 2025/26 South America program on Sapphire Princess when she returns to sail to one of the most remote and unique destinations in the world, Antarctica. The season promises remarkable journeys which includes 20 destinations in 11 countries on five unique itineraries. These new voyage highlights include: · Antarctica 17-day adventures featuring four days of exploration in the Antarctic region and a special festive voyage that celebrates both Christmas and New Year's Day at sea, complete with an overnight stay in Buenos Aires. · Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan 16-day journey, offering an overnight in Buenos Aires and breathtaking scenic cruising past the Amalia Glacier. · The 53-day Ultimate Antarctica & South America Adventure, connecting Los Angeles and Buenos Aires, with overnight stays in Lima (Callao) and Buenos Aires. · Numerous opportunities to explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Historic Centre of Lima (from Callao), the Lines and Geoglyphs of Nasca and Pampas de Jumana from San Martin, and the Península Valdés Patagonian Nature Reserve from Puerto Madryn. Princess is pleased to offer two cruisetours for South America: · On our Iguazú Falls Adventure cruisetour, marvel at thundering Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as visit Rio de Janeiro. · On our Machu Picchu Explorer cruisetour, ascend into the Andes to the ancient Inca compound, Machu Picchu, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, plus tour the historic city of Cusco. Voyages will be open for sale on the following dates by market (note that Gold, Ruby, Platinum, and Elite Loyalty guests will have the opportunity to book a week prior to public launch, and early group allocations for Consortia headquarters partnerswill be available April 17 and April 18, 2024). Voyages will be open for sale on the following dates by market (note that Gold, Ruby, Platinum, and Elite Loyalty guests will have the opportunity to book a week prior to public launch, and early group allocations for Consortia headquarters partnerswill be available April 17 and April 18, 2024). EARLY BOOKING LAUNCH PROMOTION Book Early and receive up to $2,300 in Onboard spending money & Shore Excursion credits. This offer is combinable with the Captain’s Circle Launch Discount noted below. This offer does not apply to third or fourth berth guests. Onboard and Shore Excursion credit amounts are based on cabin type booked. Please refer to the chart below for details. Terms and conditions apply. OFFER INSIDE OCEAN VIEW BALCONY MINI-SUITE SUITE ONBOARD CREDIT $500 $500 $750 $750 $1,000 SHOREX $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 Expires July 31, 2024 in all markets. After the expiration date, new bookings will no longer include the discount. CAPTAIN’S CIRCLE LAUNCH PROMOTION Princess Past Guests are eligible for a special promotion when they book early! The special promotion consists of a Captain’s Circle Launch Discount, which may be combined with launch and group promotions. These discounts do not apply to third or fourth berth guests. Please refer to the attached fares and itinerary sheets for Captain’s Circle Discount amounts. This discount expires on July 31, 2024, in all markets. After the expiration date, new bookings will no longer include the discount. PC_2025-26 SoAmerica-Cruise Sailing Schedule_Fares_Amenities.xlsx PC_2025-26 Soh America_Antarctica_JF_2024_0326.pdf PC_2025-2026 South America CT_Schedule_Fares_Amenities.xlsx PC_South America_2025-2026_At_A_Glance_Mar2024_FINAL-es.pdf PC_South America_Antarctica _EarlyBookingOffer_Flyer_Mar2024.pdf
  2. It has to do with that category being a lead in category and are often only listed as guarantee. It makes no sense as these are the best mini suites! @Arizona Wildcat This is not the case as far as TA and holding them. They are just now difficult to book due to Princess change in making the lowest category in each category guarantee cabins.
  3. Was your parent going on the cruise with you?
  4. My guess is you would be able to. I would put it in your carry on. I don't think you would be allowed to take any off the ship though.
  5. It has a lot to do if you have cruises booked or not. When I have no cruises booked, I get amazing specials. The moment I book one cruise, they stop. I agree it could be directed at where they live also.
  6. Princess has done this for years. I have always gotten better pricing and or OBC when I have nothing booked compared to when I have cruises booked. It is targeted marketing.
  7. I have done both and preferred Totem Bight. I was bored at Saxman. We had an awful guide. I liked that Totem Bight is on the water.
  8. I broke my wrist on a recent trip. After waiting overnight in an ER with out seeing a doctor until the morning, I had already decided I wanted to go home for surgery. The doctor provided pictures of X-rays (which he took with my phone). He wrote up a note saying which bone I broke, that I needed surgery and that due to not being a local, he recommended I return home for surgery where I could follow up with my own doctors and follow up care. This was important - he needed to indicate that I was "fit to fly". The negative in this is that he put me in a cast. After I was released, I called insurance and they would not let me fly with a cast. So I had to return and have the cast cut. I submitted all the paperwork to the insurance company in order for them to arrange flights home (with a medical escort). I did not have to pay up front for my medical care (hospital took a picture of my passport). Once I got home, I got a copy of the charges and submitted them. I did not use the forms from the insurance company. I had a claim with Allianz (land portion) and Aon (cruise portion). Both took the the doctor's note and did not require their form to be filled out. Previously I used their form when I cancelled a trip before the vacation.
  9. I have done all the above in Skagway (though not a Jeep but a car from Avis). Train RT, Train and Van combo, renting a car, etc.... For the first time, I do like the Chilkoot combo tour because the train is historic and the views are different than when taking the road. Chilkoot does a great job. After saying that - the car/jeep option is great if you want to go at your own pace. The area is so gorgeous. I think you will have fun with Chilkoot or if you go on your own.
  10. I believe it also includes multiple courses. Some have indicated it is more than they can eat.
  11. When I booked (independently) with Alaska RR - they assigned my seat.
  12. Park Rangers come onboard all ships that stop in Glacier Bay. It is a requirement of the National Park Service. They are amazing.
  13. Yea - Alaska is huge and so many areas look so different from other areas. I would love to have a car and spend 1-2 months driving around. I treasure the excursions I have done in cruise ports - some rank as some of my favorite. Cruise ports and those areas accessible via land are both worthy of visiting! 🙂
  14. It is easy to get out of the port area and avoid the stores. I actually like the ports (and I am not a shopper).
  15. It is very different. I think many don't recognize this until on the cruise. I never thought I would like Alaska. Now, I would pick Alaska over Caribbean any day.
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