waltd

Maybe they only have one washing machine and they got behind washing them.  😂

Just now, Princessscrewedme said:

No it doesn't, because I maintain it and replace it when it needs to be upgraded. The ship is almost 20 years old. If they're running it too hard and too long that's on them. This issue isn't the equivalent of a flat tire, it's the equivalent of a busted head gasket of a dying vehicle. I don't know why you're defending them so hard? 

Every cruiseline has a maintenance schedule for every ship.   Things break down.  Princess doesn't have a crystal ball.

Guess cruising is not for you.   Good luck finding another cruiseline .

Just now, Princessscrewedme said:

They didn't do it on purpose, but they failed to maintain their ship, so they're completely guilty and responsible for this failure. But yes I agree the crew is great, and I absolutely don't want anyone to disrespect the crew. It's not their fault personally 

And what evidence do you have that Princess did not maintain their ship.  From the sounds of things your car NEVER breaks down.

At the end of the day the OP deserved a better response and quicker.   

From past experience Prncess customer service has been known for not doing anything till the end of the crusie then offering some compensation.

We have learned from past experience  that you get things resolved while still on the ship OR nothing will happen.

Thanks for taking us along.  See you in October.

Joe

Many moons ago Princess kept a stack of paper napkins at the buffet along with the utensils.  I would always grab a clean napkin and use it to pickup  the serving spoon. Once done I would throw it away.

Wish they still had the paper napkins.

Just now, satxdiver said:

The crew will accept any money you want to give them.  USD might be easier for them rather than some other currency but they gladly accept any and all monetary gifts.

Well not really.   One currency the crew hated when traveling in Europe was the Ruble.   Of course that was years ago.  The Ruble was worthless.

In New Zealand last year we could not get change for the US dollar on board.    I think it depends on where the cruise might start from.   

shower curtain.

last time we were in Victoria it was a bit disappointing.   Many panhandlers and homeless.  Has it gotten any better.   Use to be one of my favorite cities to walk to from the ship.

Enjoyed reading your thread.

Joe

If the ship is the destination and you like new and fancy the Island is not for you.   If it's all about the ports then it really doesn't matter what ship you are on.   Having a port just about every day is exhausting.   You will not see much of the ship just the bed as you fall asleep. 

Depending on who is taking the class and their fitness level the instructor will/can adjust the class intensity..   Don't worry about what others are doing.   Work at your own level.  

Don't forget, if the ship is late getting into port, which has happened, everything changes.

  If money is no object and if you are of a certain age the Princess hotel and transfers worked well for us.    We don't use the service often.  We used it in Buenos Aires and we were happy with the service.   

As others have stated their is a rep. when you get off the plane to meet you .Hotels have been nice.   Any yes getting to the ship is slow.  If you are one of those that has to be the first on board then the Princess shuttle may not be for you.  We have been there, done that so we just go with the flow.  We are slow and in no rush. 

At the end of the day it is expensive but their is the peace of mind that you will be looked after.

YES

1 hour ago, sadiwest said:

For me personally, too far in advance to book airfare.  The trip is over a year away. 

Your right. EZAir is only available about 330 days or less

OP have you checked your cruise without logging in to Princess and gone into EZair.   Very easy to play around with and see what flights they have, cost and times.   We have found when booking EZAir the earlier the better.   Best prices go fast.

We have had a window suite on the Grand twice. .   IF the door at the far end is left open too long, which happens on occassion,  I have smelled some smoke in the hallway.   Very faint.   It has never gotten in the cabin.

I'm guessing the cabin steward left the door open while working.    I have closed it a few times.

Yes you might have some smoke smell in the hallway.  Sorry guys.   It does happen but again never smelled it  in the cabin.

Just now, antsp said:

After the restart, the buffets on allnships was no self served, it worked quite well, yoh had one single crew member that's served you throughout the buffet service

We had no issues with that type of buffet serving.   It worked well for us.   Wished it had continued.

2 hours ago, thistle0412 said:

I'm only trying to get nearer the lifts as since I put my bid in I've managed to get sciatica and am hobbling everywhere, hopefully they might take pity, happy days.I'll give it a go.

Nothing ventured nothing gained.    Good luck.

Sorry to say but no amazing deals on board.   Very rare that they will have a special cruise that they will offer some additional on board credit.   Very rare.

If you find something you like book it then transfer to a travel agent when you get home.

Most travel agents will give you some additional on board credit or discount the fare slightly depending on the cabin category. 

I think the key word here is Pre Packaged only.

The cruise terminal was a nightmare when we disembarked.    Ship to a bus, bus to the termainal. Not much direction.  It was slow going for us and stressful for anyone over a certain age..

We also had age restrictions for our zipline tour. 

Suites have always had a higher deposit.  

Never used them in England but used Blacklane in both Tokyo and Sydney and were very happy with them.  Both times met us at baggage claim with a sign.