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I am looking for covered balconies on the Enchanted princess.  Mini Suites please.  

2 hours ago, cruzsnooze said:

 

Which numbers are the fully covered ones please?

8 hours ago, pirate4me2 said:

I wonder if I call my PVP if he can let me book tonight....

my main question is...does Havana have a private pool???

All we know so far.

I am 16 years old, and about to go on the Carnival Vista on September 30th. Would I be allowed into the Piano Bar 88? I don't plan on ordering alcohol, probably just orange juice and maybe a virgin drink.

Until 11pm.

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My advice is to book them now. If you want those particular cabins together and they are available. Grab them. If you book early Saver your price is protected and you would get OBC if there is a price drop after final payment.

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Thank you for the input. I personally have cruised Alaska many times on many different cruiselines and itineraries. However I haven’t sailed with Carnival to Alaska before. I appreciate all the heads up regarding what they do onboard. We have approx 170 people with us so far so it is a bit group to prepare for.

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The first 'talk' by the naturalist was at 7:15, some were at 9:15 AM, it varied.

 

 

**When you get into Alaska, you have to turn your clock back another hour. On the way back to Seattle you have to turn them forward. (Oh gosh.....I think that is right!) We turned it the wrong way. Took our time that last sea day morning, went to breakfast, and sat down for the 9:15 talk on whales. It was 11:15 am. Really pay attention ! They remind you in the Fun Times.

Did you happen to bring the fun times home with you? I am trying to plan events that don’t conflict with these talks.

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, experiences and photos! Alaska is a special destination indeed. Can I ask if the naturalist port talks were usually scheduled at around 7:15pm?

Good for you! I will contact them tomorrow.

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Wonder if it opens... maybe NOT?

I am interested! We have a group booked next year with a LOT of 4K's booked.

Final post regarding the removal of the French doors from the 4K cabins from me. After waiting 2 weeks and not getting a reply from Carnival corporate, I decided to try one last time to contact them by phone. I was told that they were still investigating my concerns, but was also told not to expect anything to change regarding notifying people that booked before the change was made. I hope this information makes it to the people that need it. Unless I happen to hear back from Carnival, I won't post about it on this thread any further.

How is the ship after drydock? any photos?

Long Beach Terminal totally redone, Ensenada is getting a new “Mexican Experience” facelift at the port, Puerto Vallarta is expanding it’s power of call options. What’s not to love? New ships, Margaritas and beaches! Get out there and see something! I used to live in California and have lived in Puerto Vallarta for 3 years.. we have lots to offer. Go to old town or get out on the bay. So many cruisers go to Walmart and back and say they have “been” to Puerto Vallarta ???? In any case it is great the West Coast is getting some love. A lot has to do with the widening of the Panama Canal as well.

We are on the Rhine and will be in the areas fro Dec 10-20th. We currently live in Puerto Vallarta and get cold easily. Any additional tips for us? Uniworld Cologne to Basel.

Does anyone have a more recent wine list for Princess?

by saying you "experienced" Florence, did you mean you had a one day trip from a ship or you spent several days/nights there? If it was only a day, I would absolutely go back for an overnight. You don't have to do the museum stuff - Florence is a wonderful city, compact for walking. Me - I can spend hours in the Mercato Centrale! I love looking and smelling and sampling all the wonder food that is in there!!! As for good food and wine, I've had excellent samples of both in Florence. From ribollita at a piazza-side restaurant to the amazing pollo al burro at Trattoria Sostanza, to the little wine bar on one of the streets I happened to wander onto.

I spent an overnight in Montalcino. Best part was sitting outside that evening at one of the cafe with newly-made friends, sipping on some Brunello.

Drove with friends to Siena and Montepulciano, had an espresso on the main piazza at Siena, had dinner at Osteria Acquacheta (even for someone who doesn't do red meat, it was a treat!).

For all of these, the fun is being there at night, after the day tourists have left. Strolling the streets, a casual stop for a pre-dinner drink, coming upon an impromptu street musician and having the time to stand and listen…. this is why I love Italy!!

No, I have never gone to Florence on a Port Day as it is too short. We have gone and stayed in Florence a couple of times for several days each and loved it. We could definitely go back and do it again but there are many places in Tuscany that I haven't been to and would like to visit....

Thank you for the recommendations!

Hitler??? Sure hope not and would change that name if it were mine. As to an overnight, we would simply spend the night in Florence....and we say that having spent many nights in that wonderful city. 2nd place (for an overnight) would be Siena...with its great piazza that comes alive late afternoon as folks gather at the cafes. Although DW and I do enjoy visiting Lucca, it would not be our choice for an overnight...as that town seems to die as it's abandoned by the day trippers. Another place we would consider (for a hotel) is Volterra.....where we have never spent a night but have heard its a fine place for dinner and perhaps a late night stroll.

 

San Gimignano (a very special place for both DW and moi) also empties by early evening as the day trippers flee. We have been there late at night and recall walking the main street about 11 one night (after dinner) by ourselves without a single other soul in sight. That ancient city is eerie when its late, quiet, and the shadows cast by the lights seem to come alive. It is easy to feel like you are experiencing much the same as those from 700+ years ago....except they now have some electric lights.

 

Hank

Thank you Hank. Sorry about the typo. It was to late to go back and edit! I appreciate the feedback on towns after dark... ! We will think about the options and let you know what we decided when we get back!

I recommend you check out Sifracar for car rental. Your vehicle will be dockside waiting for you and you'll return it there upon return.

 

We spent two weeks in Tuscany a few years ago, staying at an Agriturismo near Castellina in Chianti. Driving around Tuscany is easy as long as you have a good GPS...today I'd use HERE on my iPhone. San Gimignano and Siena excellent suggestions. NOTE: Just checked...it was 2007! Time flies...

 

Thank you! I appreciate the link to the Hertz company. I think we will do this!

We are going to be traveling on Azamara with an overnight in Livorno and we have already explored Florence, Cinque Terre and Pisa. We are looking to rent a car or train to another city, possibly overnight. Lucca is easy and on the list. Does anyone have any other recommendations? Or opinions about one full day vs an overnight in Lucca?

We love exploring new places and food and wine experiences. Not huge museum fans.

Thanks for any input. I am hoping Hitler will read this too!

No piano in either venue.

Can you please check and see if there is a piano in the Steakhouse? Also, if you feel like snooping, can you look behind the curtains in the aft showroom where the comedy is and see if there is a baby grand back there? Thanks so much!

Who do we email to request reservations for the Vista Chef's Table?

Can you get me the email for the Maitre'd a the steakhouse please? you can send it to realcruises at the g mail Thank you.

Alchemy is located next to the taste bar in the ocean plaza area of Deck 5

 

Portside, next to red frog pub. Directly forward of the Red Frog.

 

Thanks to the smoking on deck 5 lanai not there anymore, the Alchemy area is

 

Some Casino smell still is in the Starboard side of the ocean plaza but in general it was way better smell wise from the Breeze.

Thank you.:cool:

Can you tell me where they put the Alchemy Bar? I can't find anything about where it is! Thanks!