kingsgirl

I .....AND we personally have actually string up a hammock on a couple balconies in the past! The best was on an extra large corner aft balcony on the Costa Mediterranea!!

I've seen pictures of people's hammocks on aft rooms over on the Royal Caribbean board.

This is how we got shade on the Island durning our Panama transit

Looking down on shade patio

While I wouldn't do it myself, I'm kind of impressed that you got two large beach umbrellas on board and managed to attach them to a flipped over table (I think?).

Care to share how you managed to do it?

I think she's figured out already that her idea wasn't as well thought through as she thought it was. I don't think she took your comment as mean at this point. She explained her reason, she explained she feels responsible for her group and she knows that we are all laughing with her, not at her.

Exactly! It was a silly idea and I can appreciate a good joke, even at my expense. [emoji4]

We enjoyed pizza from Alfredo's at lunch time in Sabatini's. Much better than the Lido deck pizza.

Can you explain this? How did you eat from one restaurant at another? Is there a cost?

To the OP, I am sorry I am laughing, I know (I think) you were serious about the "tarp". But, the only thing that came to my mind was you holding the corners trying to tie it to the dividers and there you go parasailing away.....sorry. If shade and comfort are a big thing for you, save money book an inside cabin and every morning get a chair and table under the overhang by the pool, shade, no wind, and excellent views.

That would be pretty hilarious! [emoji4]

Ship will change the time 1 hour forward the second night of the cruise. Returning the time changes the night before the stop in Victoria BC.

Yes. If you're sailing from CA to Alaska, there'll be a 1-hour time change. Alaska is an hour behind CA.

Is Alaska time ahead or behind? I'm confused.

If bottles are spotted in your checked luggage, you will be called to the naughty room to retrieve them.

Because that is their policy and it is stated clearly on your luggage tags.

Thanks - didn't know.

Any reason why wine has to be in the carry-on?

Just keep in mind that no cruise is perfect! Expecting perfection isn't reasonable. However, I'm sure you'll have a fantastic cruise. Don't worry so much, go with the flow, and you'll be surprised how things fall into place.

 

 

 

Have fun!

I'll go with the flow when we get there and are on the ship. I don't want to mess up something that could've been a better choice before though. Stress now, enjoy later.

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Apparently,the OP who is concerned about coverage on a balcony, could have questioned whoever booked the cabin as to how much exposure the balcony actually had. Then,the OP could have chosen a balcony to suit their needs.

 

For example,on many Princess ships,the Dolphin deck mini-suites are totally exposed.,whereas the cabins on the Caribe deck have partially covered balconies.

 

My DH and I have found that some pre - cruise research and planning can add to.a more positive cruise experience for us

That is what I'm doing. I'm researching and asking questions.

I didn't think about asking about ppl about the coverage because I was already given a website to look at by a guy named Tom who has a lot of research on the Coral and who said the balconies are only partially covered. I was going by that information which was supplied from this forum. I didn't think I needed to re-ask a question as everybody was already going by this information.

Guys! This was a serious question when I started the thread! I'd spent hours trying to research and at the time, only could find these partially covered suites and was desperate for some sort of solution to the partially covered aspect because I want my Alaskan cruise with my aging mother to be perfect.

I was genuine about the question. I swear. People who are one posts wonders don't keep coming back to the thread. I haven't inflamed the conversation.

I laughed about the tent joke.

I even wrote earlier that I admitted it was a bad idea about trying to cover the balcony.

Come on! Give me some credit here - please! If you look at my history, they have all be genuine questions about the Coral.

I just want to give my mom the best cruise possible. I didn't know there were other suites that are more covered until later, when I then started asking about wind on the bump outs, where other mini suites are located.

.....I hope this clears everything up, but then again, maybe you'll think this post is over the top and that I'm just trying to start something.....

I am just looking to understand and figure out how to best plan, prepare, and give my mom a memorable cruise. It will probably be the last one together.

I say do what you want! Your vacation, your money, your memories!

Does the excursion say if you enter from the beach or from a boat? I don't see how you all couldn't go and then just take turns either going on and off the boat or staying in the shallow part of the water if it's too much for the youngest?

I'm in Australia. My On Board Credit pricing is 1.25 times the USD you'd pay. That is USD$100 value costs me AUD$125.

 

 

 

I've just looked up Salon Services and noted the AUD prices. I'll try to create a neat listing for you:

 

 

 

$ 83.00 45m Deep Cleanse Groom w/shave

 

$ 50.00 45m Exotic Hand Ritual w/manicure

 

$ 50.00 30m Express Shave

 

$ 55.00 50m Fire & Ice Manicure

 

$ 77.00 55m Fire & Ice Pedicure

 

$ 32.00 25m Frangipani Hair Scalp Ritual

 

$105.00 55m Pro Collagen Groom w/shave

 

$ 21.00 15m Repolish

 

$ 72.00 55m Sole Delite Foot ritual w/pedicure

 

$ 32.00 30m Traditional Manicure

 

$ 50.00 45m Traditional Pedicure

 

$ 50.00 30m 14 day No Chip Manicure

 

$ 65.00 45m 14 hay No Chip Pedicure

 

 

 

To the best of my knowledge, all details are copied correctly. HTH.

Wow. That was very kind of you to copy those for me! Thank you so much! I'm actually Canadian so my prices will probably be even higher.

Does anyone know the prices of massages? I've never had one before - anywhere.

One other question, can you guys see that I've "liked" your posts? I liked everyone's who has replied above me. I was wondering if it shows up on cruise critic's webpage version or just on TapaTalk?

Hmm. Thanks for the explanation. I don't have a current booking yet through so I can't see it in that way. [emoji53]

Can someone direct me to where I can look at what services are offered and at what price?

A link would be fine.

Thanks!

Could you imagine spending the 600 CAD for a week of unlimited drinking? The 85.00 is a bargain. I will have a handful of drinks and the 85 plus whatever I spend in the first few days is worth it AND still less than 600. Some people will drink and get their money's worth.

 

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I have different priorities when it comes to cruising I guess! A couple of drinks, definitely. I want to remember my trip and be able to do excursions and stuff. I'd rather that money be adventurous stuff.

All the power to those who think it's worth it, though. I just can't fathom it myself. [emoji846]

They are great to have in the theater when you are trying to find someone.

Very funny, lol

I got it. Take a Boy Scout tent. I think it will work and you can take your pillow with you and sleep in the tent. If you do please take a picture and post it.

 

Tony

LOL Now that is a unique suggestion!! Thanks! [emoji13]

I'm really glad I don't drink. I couldn't imagine spending so much money.

Is it just me or does this seem crazily high priced...?

I really sorry this happened to you. What a frustrating situation to be in!

Can I also ask about the brewed coffee from the IC on the Coral?

 

Have heard conflicting reports. And, with the new coffee card (new coffee/grounds supplier) I am hoping that any comments about bad coffee were a fluke or a post dry-dock, or transitional, thing.

You might want to start a new thread for more responses.

That was very funny!

 

 

 

Maybe cruising isn't a very good option for the OP...

I think it's more of a "asking any question in the Princess forum of cruise critic" isn't a very good option for keeping my sanity.

And I thought the RCI forum was bad. [emoji15]

You should be fine,maybe tie a couple of lounges(deck chairs)together and lash them to the railings with rope to create a structure.Then you can take the duvet off the bed and throw that over the top.Then chuck the matresses on top to weigh them down.Failing that,the last resort would be to crawl under the deck chairs and lay there.The pursers desk,will help with instuctions on how to achieve this,but the specialist structure builder is only available between the hours of 3.00am and 4.00am.Im of the understanding that the lifeboats are being considered as alternative accommodation for people that need shelter in an outside environment,but management cant get their heads around how to get people into them,whilst they are suspended above the promenade deck.One of the engineers has come up with a plan that if they cut a whole in the bottom of the lifeboat they can shove a access ladder in there,but that's another story.Moreon this later,can anyone else help,has anyone else heard of this idea.

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Okay okay! It was a silly idea! I have seen the error of my ways people!