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I understand shortages, distribution issues, corporations trying to squeeze a buck, all I’m asking is, is there someone on board a ship that can report what wine brands they are pouring on the Plus package currently. Thanks.

We have no interest in the Premiere package, since they are not stocking the upscale wines anyway. I do understand about the distribution system. Crown princess was just in drydock in Oregon, conveniently located to several outstanding wine regions and our cruise will be leaving out of LA, again wine central. I do not need a Stag's Leap Napa, I am hopeful for some decent mass produced pours. Also, it was heartbreaking on the last cruise that the bartenders were not using the vacuum sealers properly and when you could find a good bottle on the Plus package at one of the bars that was not traditionally used by wine drinkers, the bottle was spoiled. There were four very good bottles all spoiled at the indoor pool bar on the Island.

Last time we were on a ship in August, they were going through growing pains with the Plus vs. Premiere packages and what wines were available. I know that generic varietals were listed on the menu and each bar had different offerings for each type depending on availability. We had to search but eventually found decent brands, Ferrari Carrano, Ancient Peaks Renegade, etc. Can any of you wine drinkers on board report back on what you are getting these days on the Plus package?

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They don’t really publicize it. Ask the head waiter at Sabatini’s and they can tell you what day it might be.

We were on the Island in August and they turn Sabatini’s into Alfredo’s on some sea days. It is listed in the patter under the dining options section. They did not have a full menu, but most pizzas.

They did not have escargot on the Island in August on the Iceland/Greenland voyage. They always have them on formal night and my husband loves them. They put shrimp in the escargot dishes with the same preparation.

It is my tradition. Always Chicken Cacciatore in the dining room the first day. They also offer salmon and beef. Also dining room breakfast on the last day, one last meal with no check. 😉

We were on several cruises with Godwin and Generoso and we always felt like treasured guests when they were aboard. If they read this, thank you for wonderful memories. Generoso, congratulations on a well-deserved retirement. Godwin, we will watch the boards and make sure, if you are DRO again, to pick your ship. In the meantime, if you find yourself on the 28 day Tahiti voyage on the Crown, we would love to buy you a drink.

Glad to hear. We ordered club sandwiches from room service on the Caribbean Princess in June and one night it took 2 hours. Also thanks for looking into the coffee situation. I am always happy with any coffee, even the buffet coffee (ish), but with the plus package I am spoiled with double Americano. Very nice of you to look into all of these things for us. Can't wait to board!

Forgive me if this has already been covered, but does anyone know the current price of the Good Spirits at Sea cocktails?

Thanks!

Thank you for this! These were some of our favorites from our last cruise, and hopefully if they are clearing out, they still have some by the time we get there in a few weeks. This makes me feel very good about the Plus pkg. Add in Knob Creek and Chocolate Mint martinis and I am a happy sailor!

One added tip on EZ air, we usually add on 5 days in a city we haven’t been to and extend the trip. You can choose a different city for the return EZAir and you just need transportation between disembarkation and that city, which is usually cheap. For example, we once had a cruise ending in Venice, we took the train to Rome and spent 5 days there, then took the EZAir home from there.

I bought the patches for years, because I always got seasick even in mild seas. Several years back, somebody said they use a combination of Bonine and ginger tablets. I take one Bonine every morning and a ginger tablet with every meal and if rougher seas another Bonine before dinner. They don’t make you drowsy and I have not been sea sick in 9 years. Even when crossing the Tasman sea in 40 ft waves. I was skeptical but the whole ship was sick and I was fine. Also much cheaper, they are available on Amazon.

Did anybody take the Princess Killarney tour out of Cobh? Is so, can you tell me which side of the bus was a better view? Yes, I will be waiting for Mabel to get out of the gift shop.

Thank you for the effort, it is appreciated! Thought a little jazz trio would be fun. I used to be a people person, but people ruined it for me.

Thanks for starting our day on a positive note! We are also on the Iceland/Greenland voyage and greatly looking forward to it. Interesting about the masks. We were on the Carribean in June and masks were only on staff. Can someone report if there is live jazz in the Bayou steakhouse and if so, what nights/times? Also, Maitre D’ ? Thanks! Enjoy you trip and we will see you soon.

Thank you so much! I hate to tempt the fates, but I have been one that has no trouble with the Medallion App. Go figure.

My husband and I each have the plus package, but I like to use my iPhone during the day and my iPad at night. You are saying I can do this with the one device package as long as I am only signed into one device at a time?

If anyone is on the Island Princess, do you know what nights they have jazz in the Bayou Steakhouse and what time it starts?

Look forward to seeing you on the 28 day Tahiti run!

A well deserved retirement! If you are reading this Generoso, thank you for your wonderful hospitality. The cruises we experienced with you as the Maitre 'd Hotel were among our fondest Princess memories.

This was our 16th cruise, 185 days

We were on the Caribbean Princess 6/18-6/25. On the evening of the 16th we received a notification that we got an upgrade and it was just one cabin number different. We thought they moved us from an IB to an IA since our inside cabin was one away from midship status, but it was across the hall to a BALCONY!!! Couldn't believe it! It was our first sailing back from quarantine and the balcony was a wonderful treat. I wasn't even mad that I had to reprint my luggage tags. 😂