jangor

1 hour ago, artvlay said:

In the past if I lost my card I would go to the desk and get another card. 

What happens if  you lose your flying saucer? Is there a charge?

But then you might return to your cabin and find the lost card and could have avoided the trip to guest services.  But if wasting time at guest services is your thing, go for it.BTW, there is no charge.

I wear mine on a necklace.  Apparently, I took it off the night before and left without putting it back on!

Here is a small, but positive medallion story.  On a recent Princess cruise, I left our cabin, walked around the ship, went to a lecture and did not make use of my medallion.  I returned to my cabin and realized that I didn't have my medallion.  Did I lose it on my walk? Did I drop it at the lecture? Was it in my cabin?  Thankfully, my steward was able to use his device to show that, indeed, it was still in my cabin.  If I had a key card, I would have had no choice but to retrace my steps or go Guest Services to request a new card.  Love the Medallion!

I sent my usual request by Fax.  After 10 days of not receiving credit, I called and was given e-mail for customer support and was told to use www.stockperks.com/carnivalcorp in the future.  

Waiting to see what happens.  MJ

Two other ways to check is to go to your cruise personalizer and see if the room number has changed or see if your credit card has been billed the additional amount.

On 6/15/2023 at 3:54 PM, PMGS247 said:

My first reaction was "ugh I've always loved that Princess didn't waste prime pool & lounger space on this type of stuff" but some of the stuff looks like it could be fun.  The glider and infinite horizon especially.

 

Sorry if this has been addressed but is this in addition to, or in place of the traditional basketball/pickleball courts?

I am 74, but admit that I would try some of these new fun spaces.  However, my fear is that it will attract a lot of families which would mean more children on the ship.

On 4/22/2023 at 8:19 AM, mlmbar said:

On Wednesday I was able to get a mini suite cabana midship for Oct 19, 2024 after contacting my PCP. I had not seen anything except forward guarantee when looking myself but she found otherwise.  It was also the same price as a regular mini suite. Very happy! Same as I am paying for mini suite on Sky March 2024   

 

Booked on the same date, same category and felt the price was in line with previous Princess cruises.

On 9/2/2023 at 7:48 PM, Auntiejo said:

We love to be among the first on board. Drop our bags if room's ready (often it's not since we board early), then straight to either MDR or Gigi's/Alfredo's for lunch. We'd rather not eat at all then eat at the buffet on embarkation day but that's just us. Then unpack/settle into the room while muster video plays, then wander to ship a bit + have Medallion scanned at muster station. After that grab cocktails to bring back to our balcony for sail away. Nothing like that feeling of the ship first pushing away from the dock! Have a great cruise.

This sounds much like our embarkation day plan.  I agree, that I would rather starve than eat at the buffet on Day 1!

On 8/9/2023 at 10:02 AM, Cruise Raider said:

I really appreciate your viewpoints!  
I do tend to disagree with one point you made that it’s about the principle vs the amount.  It’s almost always, if not always, all about the money.  
Looking on the bright side, one can still get pizza upstairs by using their feet.  Both are still complimentary.  You can also not go to the GastroPub for less than it cost before.  Plus, the packages now include pretty good options for those that don’t drink any alcohol. 
Oh and I do agree that we will definitely see a price increase on the packages around the beginning of 2024.  I have a 10 day cruise booked for next year with the old plus package price and I’m tempted to upgrade to the premier package right now before that price increase I anticipate.  

What, exactly, are the good options for non-alcohol drinkers?  Coffee that costs $3.00 or sodas for the same amount vs. $10 for a glass of wine?  I enjoy the pizza on the Lido deck, but it is not equal to eating at Alfredo's.  Two special desserts?  Who wants that everyday?  Reserved seating?  On my last cruise, the reserved seating was 80% empty until 5 minutes before showtime when they sent the SRO guests to that section.  Unless you drink 4 or more alcoholic beverages per day, I fail to see the value!

On 8/3/2023 at 3:49 PM, kywildcatfanone said:

I agree with this as one of those they would like to get rid of.  We take 2 cruises a year, but rarely spend more than $2500-3000 in total for both.  We book inside cabins most of the time, do not buy packages, or go to speciality dining anymore, and bring our own soft drinks and water on the ship at embarkation and ports.  And we usually have enough OBC to cover tips and wifi. 

They would love to give my black medallion up for a blue one of someone who is on a first cruise, and is paying for the convenience of everything they offer.  They would virtually double their money. 

 

They are certainly trying to push me out, and I do have one foot out the door, but I'm not gone yet.  

I agree with most of your post.  Although, we do get a larger cabin, that is our choice.  We bring one bottle of wine each.  We use OBC, pay the crew appreciation fee and get discounted wi-fi as Elites and rarely spend beyond our budget, except for special excursions that appeal to us.  We have enjoyed Alfredo's which is more than just pizza.  However, our next cruise is on the Emerald, so no Alfredo's and will definitely not pay for it on future cruises.  We have done specialty dining on previous cruises, so no need to go again.  MDR is excellent.  On our last cruise (Caribbean Princess), the reserved section was mostly empty and five minutes before showtime, they sent the SRO cruisers to that section. We don't need special desserts and I can practice TaiChi in my cabin, so no interest in fitness classes.   My fear is that they will slowly charge or increase charges for things we do enjoy: bingo, trivia, use of the gym or who knows what!

Today we received an offer to pay $5999 for a balcony package or $7499 for a suite package which contained Future Cruise Credits, onboard credits, hotel stays and more, good for 24 months.  We live one hour from Fort Lauderdale and do one or two Caribbean cruises annually as well as other land and cruise trips.  Has anyone else received this offer?  if you accepted, how has it worked out?  Sounds good, but...

On 1/26/2023 at 10:16 PM, Rick&Jeannie said:

Perhaps it's just me...but you're going to have to give us some context as to what you are asking.  If you *are* happy with your PVP...why do you need to contact anyone else?

Not to contact another agent, but to let Princess Corp know how pleased we are with RR.

If you are really happy with your Princess Vacation Planner, who should you contact?

The price for WiFi is also having a considerable jump.  Apparently $25 per day additional charge.

We booked late and had to accept a guaranteed cabin.  I was unhappy with the location and bid on an upgrade.  I bid $20 over the suggested bid.  Two days ago, I was told my bid was not accepted.  Today, I got the e-mail congratulating me on my successful bid.  Paid the bid and am happy with the result.

Just now, jangor said:

 

Gee, how about the idea that your experience and enjoyment was more important than your neighbors?  MSC moved you, the neighbors had no role in that move.

On 9/20/2022 at 1:27 PM, mscdivina2016 said:

What you might not be factoring in for this particular sailing is we boarded with a 6 hour time change.  So at 3am, our bodies think it's 9pm.

 

No manners,how so?

Overinflated sense of entitlement,how so? 

 

It clearly states 24 hour Butler service, no mention of limited hours.

We do not use the butler in the morning as we are not up till 10 or 11.

We were not intentionally being loud or anything. We can't keep the balcony door open as it makes an awful vibration noise at the other door.

 Again, we booked the end cabin and MSC moved us.

Yes, thank you.  I read that today!

It now looks as though King Charles III will be coronated on June 3.  We have reservations for May 30-June1.  So far no one has changed our reservations or increased the price.  Is anyone else planning to cruise near this time and have you had any increased prices, cancellations or outrageous pricing?

9 hours ago, MissP22 said:

I just checked for free testing (for the heck of it) here in SW Florida and the free Rapid test is still being offered by CVS. 

Not in West Palm Beach!

On 1/2/2022 at 8:30 PM, Waynetor said:

We are in countdown for next Sunday,  Wondering - do they have Princess Logo mask for sale in the shops.  

Yes.  I was on the Enchanted last month.  Several colors if I remember correctly

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7 minutes ago, jangor said:

I spoke to my PVP a few days ago.  We will be sailing on Dec. 10 and she said that 25% of cabins would be put aside for possible quarantine purposes, so 2000 for December sounds about right.  Thank you for all this information!!!!!

On 11/14/2021 at 9:30 PM, macaroni said:

A little more info…..our waiter tonight told us that the next cruise will have about 1200 passengers and then come December there will be 2000 onboard.

 

also…have to say that the main dining room has had excellent food….the beef has been better than the Crown Grill in our opinion, plus the shrimp dishes have been excellent. Had a delicious goat cheese soufflé as an appetizer tonight. 
 

No escargot on the formal night, we had a breaded escargot at Sur Le Mare specialty restaurant which I wasn’t thrilled with, it was ok, but I prefer the traditional one.

 

has been a great trip so far!

I spoke to my PVP a few days ago.  We will be sailing on Dec. 10 and she said that 25% of cabins would be put aside for possible quarantine purposes, so 200 for December sounds about right.  Thank you for all this information!!!!!

Thank you for starting this thread.  I am on Enchanted on Dec. 10 and sooooo excited!

Had plenty of problems in 2019 both on my phone and onboard ship.    This time, smooth as silk!