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Thanks @chengkp75 for chiming in. I had mentioned you'd know this. Service limited to 20 Volt Amps, (V×A=W) A Water Pic draws 34 peak watts at 120 Volts so it wouldn't work. An electric razor draws 9 watts at 120 volts so that will. A night light, less than one watt.

According to a poster on another thread, you can exchange your mini-bar for $50 OBC at Passenger Services, then buy a non-alcohol package, which includes barista coffee. Have no more details than that. We also bring Starbucks Via on Grand Class ships.

There was a thread similar to this recently and I was not able to find it to direct you. Maybe someone will and post it here. One of the members here, who is retired from the marine industry, if I remember correctly, said that it has to do with the amperage, or the amount of current it draws. You'd want to know that number from the sticker on the device. I don't recall the limit. Good luck!

Hey @cruisecat4, just read elsewhere on the board that '24-'25 will be released to the public April 4th. 3rd for Elites. Hope you find what you want.

Maybe my wording wasn't clear. Since piper has sailed Azamara, presumably familiar with their policies, I was comparing the two written policies, not what the story really is onboard. Personally, I ditched my tux years ago and prefer travelling light. I've witnessed that Princess is capricious in enforcing their policies. Some are admitted to the MDR in shorts, but I've seen the look on someone's face refused at the MDR for wearing shorts and a cap. Because of that, I won't advise someone it's OK to do something, then if refused they are (potentially) embarrassed.

Third dress code thread in a week. Must be a record. Since you, piper, post on Azamara's board, you must know their dress code. Do that and you will be fine, if you want to, you can take it up a notch with a jacket and tie, you won't be alone if you do. Also, just as on Azamara, shorts and ball caps are not welcome.

Have read on CC that others have done so . We only sail Princess so it would have been in this forum I saw it, not X's. But personal experience, no. We neither drink nor gamble but excursions exhaust our OBC every time. To @Ombud $500? Wow! Helicopter tour?

No experienced differences regarding ships, meaning service and food. Princess is consistent that way. No idea when schedules will be posted. Having done the Hawaiian tinerary several times, we've found the immersion team makes the cruise, because the cruise is mostly sea days. We like this team. At some point, they will post their '24, '25 schedule. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2866269-eluas-updated-hawaiian-schedule/

What happens is, if someone posts a direct answer to that question, it's seen as dismissive, which is not intended. It's like there's no right answer, even if it directly answers the OP's question. Having said that, here is what Princess recommends, without my leaning one way or the other in personal opinion. Though someone will probably think it is. https://www.princess.com/learn/faq/pre-cruise/what-to-pack-for-a-cruise/ Click on Clothing Recommendations.

The "sticker" goes on the center of the Medallion and is under clear plastic, so it does not peel up. The case itself is plastic in matte silver. I've never seen one in gold color on a ship, so I guess they mold it in a gold color, but I don't see how it could be gold dipped or leaf because that would block radio frequency signals, which is the whole idea. We have heard of the Medallions being mailed, then finding they're DOA at the port or during the cruise and being reissued on the spot. So if you've paid extra, then what? The battery is not changable. They're designed to be used once then stuck on your 'fridge at home. We see no point in having them mailed. Also, on lets say a Japan cruise, you must pick it up at the port anyway.

There are presently 7 Princess sailings that port in Bermuda, but strictly to your question, they do not sail, "to," meaning terminate, in Bermuda. I cannot mention the name of the search engine I used for this on CC, because it's a TA, but it's worth you searching this out to answer these type of questions in the future. Are you interested in like 17 days or a 111 day world cruise. Island or Sky, big or small ship? Embarking from Dubai or Southampton or LA? Let us know and we'll answer.

Rather than wonder about clothing, ask yourself, what are you are looking for on a cruise? Princess is about music and dancing venues, enrichment talks, Movies Under The Stars, a cut above most lines for food and drinks and they don't market to kids. NCL you know already. Princess onboard vibe is more traditional, that's true. But I wouldn't let the question of what to wear for dinner give you pause. If you find this is the vacation you want, go with the flow, dress for dinner and enjoy.

Sad but true, $100 doesn't go far on a cruise ship. Could easily use that amount and more on one shore excursion or a watch, jacket or other store purchases. I've heard some credit it towards Crew Appreciation just to square the account. Haven't done this but Passenger Services I'm guessing.

The OP wants a reaction, and is getting it. It started about the money, now it's about the customer service. There is nothing any of us can actually do to help.

A kilt is ceremonial wear and considered equal to Black Tie along with Mess Dress for military.

Usually not a dessert guy, but amazingly good is right.

Hey, post #4 was mine. I stated a true experience and the reason I quoted, rather than a link, was the the OP had never been on a Princess cruise before. Doing that and only that answered the OP's question. I usually try to be helpful in my posts. Inferring an agenda is reading into it.

San Diego is not too far a drive for us and we've taken in the attractions in the harbor area, though not ported there, since Princess ports in LA. While it is a relaxing boat ride, it's important to consider that you've just gotten off a ship and might be more up for dry land things. The tour boat is not allowed near the Navy facilities, so not much to see that you couldn't make out from shore with binoculars. There is also the USS Midway, a tall ship used to be there, maybe still is and some interesting small boutique shops south of the port, still walking distance for most people. If you like animals, there's the zoo. Many things to do there. It's whatever you like.

Princess, relative to your previous cruises on RCI and Carnival, dress request is more traditional. I have personally seen men turned away from the Main Dining Room (MDR) for showing up in shorts. The Princess website states that shorts, "are not welcome," in the dining room, though some will post they've gotten away with it.

@wallyj, Hawaii. Didn't see you in the Roll Call. Join us.

Took me awhile to find the post I referred to, but here is what I read: "Hi ..., I believe Princess also removed the complimentary steam and sauna’s in the changing rooms at the Gym. Heard they expanded some spa treatment rooms for accessibility. Have not heard if Princess plans to do this to her sister ships." Hey, how about that. It was written by, you! I get it. You are saying the facilities were physically removed, not just complimentary. Using the word, "accessibility," I took you to mean thay had altered the treatment room doorways so that the spa and sauna were accessed from a different place. Like a paid area. OK, thanks. Just want to know what to expect in August.

There have been several threads about the Emerald lately, and a couple "live from." Have a search for those. Also, you'll want to join your roll call and get aquainted. We will be on the Emerald in August, so interesting to follow for us too. We always book tours through the ship so the website is the only place we look, but on the roll call, others might want to get together for a small group deal or know of local eateries. One disappointment about the Emerald is I have read the sauna/steam room is no longer free access as it is on other Grand Class ships.

L.A. local here, so arrived at this port several times. Surprised to see that Oceania, arriving from Tahiti, gets berth 93. Usually Princess gets 93. (Unless a Royal Class ship) No worries, same pickup area. We usually do the early walk off and no problems wherever we sail. Recommended because if flying from any port, you're always first bus out. Being a Thursday, no problems with traffic. You have plenty of time, figure 30-40 minutes transit. I'd suggest a huge breakfast onboard as food at the airport is really expensive. Customs now just takes your picture and you're on the move. It's almost like you need to keep your stuff in hand because the line moves so fast you'll hold things up to stop.

If you booked with a free perk, lets say a specialty dinner for two and the fare drops $100, be sure you wouldn't lose your dining when making a change. Mostly though, if you watch the, "sales," for awhile, you'll see they shuffle the numbers around, but the bottom line stays the same. Our Cruise Vacation Planner says his slow months are January and February. If you see something you want, this being March, book sooner than later. The occasional dollar deposit specials are nice for first timers, but once you've sailed, the best thing to do is buy a Future Cruise Deposit (FCD) onboard. That is not only your next cruise deposit, but some Future Cruise Credit (FCC) credit for your next cruise. Presume from your name you live in the USA Southwest. In some countries, there is a substantial charge for a rebook/refare.

You're not computer illiterate, you're posting here just fine. We've done Princess Cruisetours in Alaska and can advise if you have a specific question. The other places, Japan, Colonial America... surely someone has taken them and can advise. Basically Princess takes care of most everything except your shoreside food, unless specifically stated that they provide. Even when things go sideways, as it did when we were there, they took care of the problems. Princess was good about that. You can also use the search box in the blue bar above for past threads on your topic. What is it you want to know?