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I spoke with Princess today. The princess rep told me regarding the three packages they offer is that if I am interested in texting and emailing only to take the social package. If I wanted wi-fi calling and downloading stuff to take the premium package. All the packages are unlimited it is just what they let you do.

Dear MPicchioldi,

Do you if i messages will work while on the ship? I really don't need video while on the ship. Is the WhatsApp the best way to go while on the ship?

Thx again,

If we get a wi-fi plan while we are on the ship, do you know if can connect to someone back home using face time (we have iphones) and i messages?

If not what would be the best way to communicate with people back home while we are on the ship?

Thank you for your replies. I am still unsure of what wi-fi plan I need when I am on the ship to have some contact with those at home via emails or wi-fi calling?

The Princess web site lists three options what are the differences between options?

I have a question about Wi-Fion an upcoming Alaska cruise on the Emerald Princess. There are two of us traveling and we have aVerizon family cell phone plan.

What are the differencesbetween these plans (it does not mention any minute limit)? Can you text and email people back home? Whatdoes, “May not allow foraudio/video calling” mean?

According to Princess’sweb site these are my options:

PrincessCONNECT — Premium Package $109.99

From e-mailto streaming, enjoy truly premium, unlimited access!

All Internet usage subjectto Princess Cruises' standard policies, which may limit browsing of sites dueto network security and bandwidth usage. Applications that use high bandwidthmay be blocked and offerings subject to change.

PrincessCONNECT — Surf Package $79.99

Surf yourfavorite sites from e-mail, news, sports and more.*

*May not allow foraudio/video calling and streaming.

PrincessCONNECT — Social Package $59.99

Unlimitedaccess to the most popular social websites and applications.*

*May not allow foraudio/video calling and streaming.

Dear Flyertalker - It says this on the Alaska Air web site, I pasted below

Choose returning flight:

Seattle (SEA) to New York, NY (All Airports)

Prices for alternate days:Previous week

Second Flight Fares forThursday

Aug 9

$188

Second Flight Fares forFriday

Aug 10

$188

Second Flight Fares forSaturday

Aug 11

$208

SelectedSunday

Aug 12

$208



Second Flight Fares forMonday

Aug 13

$188

Second Flight Fares forTuesday

Aug 14

$188

Second Flight Fares forWednesday

Aug 15

$188

Next week

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Main CabinFirst ClassOption 2

• 
  420
  
  
  
  SEA
  2:05 pm
  JFK
  10:42 pm
  
  
• 5hours 37minutes | Returning flight Option 2NonstopDetails | Returning flight Option 2Seats
  

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1 Flight operated by SkyWest Airlines as AlaskaSkyWest

2 Flight operated by Horizon Air as AlaskaHorizon

One flight on 8/3/18 Alaska #349, the other on 8/12/18 Alaska # 420. Both say Boeing 737.

Thx for the suggestions, my Princess OBC is in my account. TA's OBC is not and the TA told me it would not be there until 1st day of cruise. I also had the gratuities prepaid. I think I'll pay for the excursions and see if I can rebook once on the ship.

Looking to book flights from NY to Seattle for an August cruise. Alaska air has the best price but the flight to Seattle says operated by SkyWest airlines and the flight to NY says operated by Horizon Air. Is this a concern?

I booked a Princess Cruise and will receive an on board credit from the TA into my cabin's account the day I board the cruise. I wanted to use the on board credit to book excursions now but can't until the 1st day of the cruise. Is there a way for me to book the excursions now on my credit card and transfer the excursion cost to my on board credit once on the ship?

Hi,

I am flying (2 people) into Seattle on Friday 8/3 and we would need a room for Friday night and Saturday night (prefer with breakfast if possible) my ship departs on Sunday 8/5.

I have not booked flights yet but I plan to tour Seattle on Saturday any recommendations for a hotel in walking distance to the major sites?

What is the best way to get to the hotel from the airport, then the airport to the dock?

When we return from the cruise on Sunday 8/12 what do you think is the earliest time I can book a return flight? It seems there is a noon flight out, do you think I can make that flight? How long does it take from the dock to the airport? What is the best way to get from dock to airport?

If I book a later flight home, what can I do with my luggage while I spend another day in Seattle?

Thanks so much for your advice.

Hi snowmc,

We are thinking of a 7 day Alaskan Cruise for Aug 2018. Can you tell us the dress code for MDR? Looking for a casual cruise where no ties or jackets are required. thx

Hi,

At Horseshoe beach are there umbrellas or lounges available for rent? What are the costs? Any bathroom facilities?

thx

About how many Blackjack and craps tables are there?

What are the table minimums?

Is it easy to get a seat at a blackjack table?

Does it pay to join the Casinos At Sea Players Club?

Can anyone explain the promotional chips for table games?