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16 minutes ago, Therese S. said:

Thank you for the live from the Island Princess, I’m enjoying your daily updates.  Can you please confirm whether or not there’s some sort of International Cafe?    I’ve read posts that says there’s a small one (forget where) but others say no.  If not, where do you get Lattes, other speciality coffees,  etc and the extra good almond croissants?  

Just got off the Island. On deck 5 at the Good Spirits bar they had one display case in the morning with a few choices of croissants and then changed over to a few sandwich choices at lunch. Never looked to see if anything out in the evening. There is also a coffee bar at that location. I believe it opened 6am. Up in the Horizon Court there is a specialty coffee bar all the way in front also a huge choice of breakfast croissants and muffins.

On 5/30/2024 at 9:45 AM, Nitemare said:

For Uber, just book it once you are off the ship.  SO many Uber drivers in the city, one will be along in just a few minutes

I took your advise. Waited until we picked up our luggage and stepped outside the terminal (Brooklyn) to order Uber. Driver was there in less than 5 minutes. Thank you!

This change was never a problem for us as we are just booking an Uber to LGA. We spoke with an officer last night at the Captain's Circle cocktail party. This was all on the Port Authority not Princess. Princess obviously had to deal with all the changes back and forth. They cannot control Port Authority.

I am on the Island Princess. We were scheduled for Brooklyn. We received notice in our cabin today that we would disembark at Manhattan Cruise terminal port 88 instead. 

Thank you. Does that mean Uber can pick us up right outside the port? Not too difficult to get my husband to the waiting Uber?

Just found out our cruise is disembarking in Manhattan instead of Brooklyn on June 4th. My husband uses wheelchair assist and we will use a porter for our luggage to get through security and out to exit the terminal. In Brooklyn it was easy to use a cab or car service to LGA. Are there cabs easily available at this location? I don't mind booking Uber but never know exactly what time to schedule pickup depending how long it takes to disembark. Thank you for any help!

There is never a need to reserve your first night free specialty dining if you are in a suite. They will always accommodate your request. Wait until you board.

We swap it out for a bottle of Prosecco.

2 hours ago, Thrak said:

 

Asked for a wine list in MDR on Grand Princess quite recently. They brought me a list of generic wines that "fit" the Plus package. No names, no vintners, just varietal names.

We were on the Caribbean Princess in May and the Discovery in December. We always get the Plus package. We received a wine list when asked in the Specialty restaurants and in whichever main dining room we asked and received a huge notebook wine list. On the Discovery a sommelier came every night to help suggest something. So yes there are complete wine lists in the MDR.

In 2018 or 2019 we did a side by side. Off the Crown and over to the Regal. We asked at Guest Services and were told there is often a shuttle (golf cart) that will pick you up and transfer to the other ship. They told us to ask the port crew once we picked up our luggage and were headed out to the parking lot. We were directed where to wait and were picked up along with another couple and luggage and delivered right to baggage drop off at the other ship. Worked perfect. Ask once on board toward the end of your first cruise. We were prepared to take a cab but didn't need to.

The days of formal wear are definitely gone. I am OK with that. But I was raised and believe to this day that ball caps or any hats do not belong indoors and absolutely not at the dinner table. I know lots of Texans believe it's OK to wear your Stetson. No problem...until you enter a dining room. It's a matter of respect. 

We are looking at flying Southwest into LGB instead of LAX in December roundtrip. I always request wheel chair service for my DH. He can walk just not long distances. I see LGB uses the outdoor ramps instead of inside jetways. Any experience with not being able to have help disembarking the plane? Appreciate any feedback.  Prices are better at LGB and certainly has to be less congested than LAX. Thank you!

We have a 12:10 flight out of LGA and are booking car service for transport to the airport. Can we ask at the Passenger Service desk for a specific (approximate) time to disembark? Also it has been several years since we cruised out of Red Hook is it a far walk to meet your driver? Thank you!

Slightly off subject but I cannot remember since it's been a few years since we are on board Queen Mary. Is there a shelf or some type of place to set your own travel size shampoo, conditioner and razor in the shower? Otherwise I bring a small caddy that self sticks to the wall. Thank you in advance for your help!

Yes. Stop by Passengers Service Deck a day or so before disembarkation. They will tell you where to meet that morning. One of the crew will help you off the ship and then someone shoreside will continue helping you through luggage pickup, customs, etc if needed. Works well for my husband who can't stand or walk long distances.

I think it's ridiculous that Princess is paying to ship these Medallions. Just pick them up at the port. Quick and easy.

I have a question for those of you currently on board.  Did they provide the refillable jars of hand soap and body lotion? I usually bring my own but that will be two less things to pack if provided. Thank you in advance. Will be on board 4/17 and 4/24. Getting excited.

Elegantly casual  = nice restaurant wear...docker type pants for men, casual pants or dress for women... not jeans. 

11 hours ago, Steelers36 said:

Follow the money perhaps.  Vines was by my observations, pretty deserted all day long with some evening usage.  Perhaps Princess thinks Salty Dog will generate more revenue and buzz in the Piazza.  Vinophiles will still find their fix.  I like wine a lot but did not visit Vines much. 

 

 I have to completely disagree. Every cruise we are on Vines is so busy from early afternoon until just past dinner time you can't find a place to sit. We love Vines and visit every night predinner. I am very unhappy there is no Vines on the newest ships. I would love to know where Princess will encourage fine wines in Riedel glasses.I have no desire to sit in a beer pub/hamburger joint every night before dinner.

I am willing to wear my mask whenever and however requested.  Those of you who say you cannot  and will not wear a mask per the ship and/or the CDC suggestion/request...think about the ships crew who have no choice but must wear a mask ANYTIME they are on duty. If they can manage so can YOU! 

We have cruised for countless Thanksgivings. There is always a special meal in the Dining Room.  Some are better meals than others but the ship is always decorated with special displays in the Piazza, the Dining Room and the Buffet.  I am always Thankful to be cruising!

For several years we have been swapping out the bar set up for one bottle of wine. Not a huge choice but works for us. We always have the drinks package so we can have drinks, bottled water and coffee throughout the cruise. We keep the wine for the room.

My husband and I just booked a B2B2B for Spring 2022 on Discovery Princess.  Looking over their deck plans I see no Vines Wine Bar but a Gastro Pub instead. Seriously? Beer over wine? Very disappointed! Yes I understand micro breweries and specialty beers are the in thing but I have yet to cruise on any Princess ship where Vines isn't always busy! They could even combine the two and come up with a new bar name. Gastro Pub is going to sell pub food and beer. No thanks!

We have also been lucky enough to have cruised with Reynaldo a couple of times and received one of these turtles. Love your idea of making it an ornament for our tree! 

Has anyone bought a wine package on any Princess ship lately?  Is it even offered any more? Any help is appreciated!