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The captain on the Island Princes 14 day Panama Canal Voyage Dec 2017 was Michele Tuvo he was all over the ship every day saying hello, joking with passengers and crew, he is great with people.

4 hours ago, Scores11 said:

Been reading all comments this morning as we head into dock.  Gotta remember there are over 3,000 passengers and there are going to be some minor flaws. A little nitpicking by some- this was an amazing cruise IMO. THE STAFF WAS FLAWLESS- minus yesterday the weather was incredible, food was great (best meal was at Sapattini’s) the cruise director was great (I don’t know how he does it). All the entertainment was great including the comedians, magician and singers.  Favorite show was Jeffrey the Elton John guy who we ended up hanging out with on the pool deck for the New Years celebration.    Got to do a ‘bridge tour’ yesterday and the captain and his crew were friendly and in great spirits despite the angry sea.  Been on 7 princess cruises and never seen a Captain as visible as Captain Smith.  Cruise gets a 10/10.   Happy New Year!!   Oh, Cabo overnight was the best!!  Went to ‘the office’ for dinner- highly recommend but make reservations!!!  Adios Amigos 

To all of the replies I meant do taxis, trains, and bus take US Dollars?

When we were there this summer, they had tour buses right at the ship's dock that offered R/T transport. It was like 20 Euros/person I think, definitely cheaper than any excursion price. The bus dropped us off at the edge of town, by the train station parking lot and we just walked right into town. I actually bought one of those pocket size tour books from our local half-price bookstore and it was perfect. It gave us many things and ideas to see, plus I looked before we went. We saw a ton of things. Then when we were done, we walked back to the station where they had buses waiting, I think they left like every 30 minutes. We spent probably 8-10 hours there. And we got there pretty much when the city was just walking up, so it was still pretty quiet, it was one of my favorite stops!

Do they take US dollars?

any private tours from Le Verdon besides Bordeaux, does not appear that Princess offer any

Yep! Another vote for heading over to Bruges. Was one of our favorite cities we've been to. Lot's to see, easy to walk around, things to eat (Belgian waffles!!) and just a nice, historical city. When we docked, there were shuttle buses parked right next to the ship, it was like 20 Euros/person for a R/T ticket to Bruges.

What cruise line were you on? We are thinking of booking a transatlantic cruise on the Crown Princess next year from South Hampton to FLL, which includes Bruges

Who was your captain on your cruise? We will be on the Island beginning Dec 6th, we received an email from Princess that the captain for our cruise would be Michele Tuva. Last year we were on the Star Princess From Vancouver to Los Angeles, he was our captain. He was the friendliest, most outgoing captain we have ever sailed with. He was all over the ship, greeting passengers. When he made announcements over the PA he would begin you hoo, and after the announcement he would say bye bye.

We can't remember if it is permitted to take a bottle of wine on board to be used in the cabin, anyone know the answer?

Does Princess upsell program work with a letter and offer from them or do you call in?

 

Thank you:)

Received an email good for one week, first come first served

Island Princess Dec 6th 15 day. Upsell offer $129PP obstructed Ocean View to Premium Balcony, took it.

We are boarding the Island December 21.....when is the dry dock scheduled... before or after that????

 

Would be nice to have some TLC before we board😜

 

Like all your ship/port info ... great tips.

 

Thanks

The dry dock is before, sometime at the end of November, Dec 6th cruise should be the first cruise after the dry dock

Have not been to the MDR the entire time. Food is too good in the HC and they have several specialty nights (Mongolian BBQ, German Night, Stir Fry, Mexican Buffet, etc.) that are just too tempting to pass up.

 

No IC. Not sure if she will get one in the December dry dock either. The Patisserie still has the full bar and coffee bar, just a limited selection of pastries in the morning, no lunch foods or soups and no dinner selections.

Is there a charge for the specialty nights? I know that there is a charge for the Crab Shack or whatever they call it. We will be on the Island on Dec 6th, hopefully it will have the new beds etc.

Enjoying your posts.

How is the food at the HC and the MDR? No international cafe on the Island?

What does BVE stand for, we will be on the Island Dec 6th?

Received email from Princess that Captain Michele Tuvo will be the captain on our cruise on the Island Princess Dec 6th from FLL to LAX

I am enjoying reading this thread - looking forward to being on the ship in December.

We are on the same cruise as you Dec 6. Not much activity on our board.

Captain Tuvo will be the captain on the Island Princess Panama Cruise from FLL to LA Dec 6th.

Last Year he was the captain on the Star Princess from Vancouver to LA. Best captain ever.

Who is the current captain on the Island Princess?

That way is so much more convenient for many. Hate hearing that it's changing to Must Pay in Advance. :(

Just think that when you are onboard the long lines at the shore excursion desk

Thanks for the information, where has the thread moved to?

Is there shuttle service between the pier and the center of town for both La Paz Mexico and Puerto Vallerta? Will be on the Grand Princess.

The $10pp on a mini bus to Gypsy Cove, is that one way or is it roundtrip?

Thanks for all of the information you have give us.

Gixer,

Thank you so much for all the good information - really appreciate it. We now know there are taxis available at dock area. We want to take a ride along the road to look at the coastline and coves.

Certainly hope next February's weather is as great as this years. We were totally surprised at how we enjoyed Pt. Stanley in 2003 when we were on the Royal Princess.

Sherry

I would be happy to try and answer them for you as I live in Stanley. I actually registered to cruise critic to find info about Disney cruises as we are taking the children on a trip in January, and just had a look in this forum out of curiosity!

 

Hope I can be of some help to those of you planning a future trip :)

Hi,

We are interested in hiring a taxi to take us around the island and stop at just a few places. Is there taxis service in the port area and how long would it take to go around the island?

We will be on the Star Princess and it will be in Pt. Stanley on Feb. 22. Can US dollars be used to pay or will we need to exchange money to pay for the taxi.

Really appreciate any information you can give.

Sherry