cruiser02 Posted February 13, 2005 #1 Share Posted February 13, 2005 I am booked on the Sea Princess for the New England/Canada cruise Sept 24th Can easily tell this is a popular iternary for the ships seem to sell out fast. I'd sure appreciate a review of the cruise and/or the ship. Have cat AC which appears to be a great cabin. Thanks to ALL in advance. I've been using this board since my first cruise....and would not leave home without it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted February 13, 2005 #2 Share Posted February 13, 2005 Because of the short fall foliage season - these ships do sell out fast and are a little pricey. I keep pricing out this trip but have yet to do it - it is on my list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mii Posted February 13, 2005 #3 Share Posted February 13, 2005 Hi cruiser2: More than likely you are on the 1st sailing of the Sea Princess for the Canada/New England tour. The Sea Princess will be coming to Princess from P & O(the parent co. of Princess) I think it is in April of this year so will probably not get any reviews until after that. The Sea Princess is a sister ship to the Sun and the Dawn so maybe read those reviews. Might help. We thoroughly enjoyed our cruise of the Canada/New England but it was on the old Crown Princess which has been sold. We like to go back again and like Coral (above) that is on my list too. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted February 13, 2005 #4 Share Posted February 13, 2005 I should add that I was on the Sea Princess in 1999 before it was trasnferred to P&O. It is an excellent ship. As "Mii" said, the ship is similiar to the Sun and Dawn Princess. It should be a great ship for NE/Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toto2Kansas Posted February 13, 2005 #5 Share Posted February 13, 2005 Your AC category Mini Suite will be close in layout to the Vista Suites on the Grand Class ships. Although these are considered mini suites on the Sun Class and do not come with all of the perks associated with a full suite, they are very comfortable. One thing I could recommend to you, unless the bath area is different on the Sea then it is on the Sun and Dawn is to take some type of organizer for the sink area. We found only three tiny little shelves not even close to the sink in these mini's bathrooms and there is not even storage underneath like in most cabins. It was one of the only drawbacks of this cabin and if you come prepared, it will make it much more comfortable for you. If you go to one of the online sites you can see a full 360 view of your AC cabin which will show you the comfort it will provide. Enjoy your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybuffalo Posted February 13, 2005 #6 Share Posted February 13, 2005 Hi cruiser02, We are booked on the Oct 14th Sea Princess, for the NB New England ,and have an oceanview with balcony. We are really looking forward to this cruise. Even though we are relatively new to cruising, this one has been high on our list. The wife is from Canada and is really excited about a return trip. I am sure that you and I will have some great reviews to write. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susancruzs Posted February 13, 2005 #7 Share Posted February 13, 2005 New England is a great itinerary and on my list to do again. I did the New York to Montreal on the Royal Princess. Its pricey but well worth it. P & O has a great website with great views of the ship/cabins, check out the Adonia. I'll be on the Sea Princess before your NE cruise, I booked the Iberia/Transatlantic 21 days Sept 3 - 24th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twickenham Posted February 13, 2005 #8 Share Posted February 13, 2005 Am really looking forward to having the Sea Princess embark/disembark in Quebec City this year - am already planning my trips to the dock area to see her! All these larger ships being built is a real plus for Quebec City as an embarkation port - anything over 70 000 tons can't go under Laviolette Bridge in Trois-Rivieres, so can't go to Montreal. Coral, do come on this cruise, we would love to see Island Dog in Quebec! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dortmunder Posted February 14, 2005 #9 Share Posted February 14, 2005 One reason why it is selling fast may be that they have dropped a couple of cruises this year. Princess had six cruises on the Regal last year while there are only four this year on the Sea Princess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybuffalo Posted February 16, 2005 #10 Share Posted February 16, 2005 Twickenham, This will be my first time in Quebec so I am getting pretty excited about the trip. My wife says that it is absolutely beautiful (she is from Alberta). Some other posters had sent me a link to the photos of the bridges. It has been a while but I do remember how great the area looked. Thanks, Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted February 16, 2005 #11 Share Posted February 16, 2005 Coral, do come on this cruise, we would love to see Island Dog in Quebec! Maybe next year! I do want to do this cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Italy52 Posted February 16, 2005 #12 Share Posted February 16, 2005 PLEASE, PLEASE, post all your experiences once you have returned from your cruise. My husband and I are very interested in this cruise. Wishing you all wonderful memories and a smooth sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twickenham Posted February 16, 2005 #13 Share Posted February 16, 2005 Twickenham,This will be my first time in Quebec so I am getting pretty excited about the trip. My wife says that it is absolutely beautiful (she is from Alberta). Some other posters had sent me a link to the photos of the bridges. It has been a while but I do remember how great the area looked. Thanks, Ron It is beautiful, if I do say so myself (although less so today - we got a ton of snow yesterday -sigh-). The best part is the view from the ship - the dock is really one of the most pituresque I've ever seen, and I have visited several docks (by ship and by land); a lot is easy walking distance from the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongerob Posted February 16, 2005 #14 Share Posted February 16, 2005 I have to agree, Quebec is one of the most picturesque ports we've been to. We arrived after dark, so Chateau Frontenac and the fortress were all lit. In fact, that itinerary is full of great photo ops in many of the ports. It's worth getting up early as you sail into each city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser02 Posted February 16, 2005 Author #15 Share Posted February 16, 2005 I am so happy after reading all these great reports that I signed on with this cruise. I can't wait. RE: Quebec We are planning on staying for a few days .... any suggestions ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlainBob Posted February 16, 2005 #16 Share Posted February 16, 2005 Cruiser02: take a look a this thread. In it, you will find links I have posted that can be of some help... Alain R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN33406 Posted February 16, 2005 #17 Share Posted February 16, 2005 We are on this 12 day repo cruise. Flying in from Florida and hope we have time to enjoy some time in Quebec City. Did a 7 day Canada/New England in 1995 and enjoyed it enough to want to return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybuffalo Posted March 26, 2005 #18 Share Posted March 26, 2005 Final payment has been made. Get ready NY, here we come. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twocats Posted March 26, 2005 #19 Share Posted March 26, 2005 I am also interested in this itinerary. Maybe 06 or 07. Long time off but I like the Quebec to FLL trip the best. A question for those who have been. Are you close enough to the coastline to enjoy using a balcony? How about the weather in October? Here by the west coast it is pretty cool late October by the water. The southern part of the east coast should be nice but not sure of the northeast coastline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa63 Posted March 26, 2005 #20 Share Posted March 26, 2005 This is our favorite itinerary -- we've done it several times and we live in New England. :) When we were in Quebec City on HAL last year, we joined a couple of friends in a walk inside the wall that surrounds the upper town. It was magnificent. It took several hours, yet we stopped along the way to rest, eat, take photos, etc. I highly recommend this for those who will be in Quebec City pre- or post-cruise, or who have been there previously and want to see a small part of the city close-up. As far as the balcony in October -- weather could be iffy. On one of our October cruises, it was windy enough so that the Captain requested that all balcony doors remain closed at night. I suppose the oversized view would be worth it, though. You will see land when you are cruising the St. Lawrence River. I'm happy to answer questions about the itinerary. I wish we could go again this year, but nearly all of the cruises this year will take that route during the autumn, when both my husband (a teacher) and son are in school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twocats Posted March 31, 2005 #21 Share Posted March 31, 2005 What airport would one fly into from California? So far I haven't found an airline that flys there. Is it a small airport and city? So confused, guess if I don't get an answer here I ll contact my TA but maybe I will get an answer. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlainBob Posted March 31, 2005 #22 Share Posted March 31, 2005 What airport would one fly into from California? So far I haven't found an airline that flys there. Is it a small airport and city? So confused, guess if I don't get an answer here I ll contact my TA but maybe I will get an answer.Thanks Quebec airport is an International one. It is not as big as Montreal or other US international airports but many "big" airlines stops here. This link will bring you to the airports web site. You will find many answers... This link will open the official web site of "Quebec city & Area Tourism and Convention Bureau". Since I live in Quebec city, feel free to ask questions. I'll try to do my best to help you ! Alain R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJS Posted March 31, 2005 #23 Share Posted March 31, 2005 What airport would one fly into from California? So far I haven't found an airline that flys there. Is it a small airport and city? So confused, guess if I don't get an answer here I ll contact my TA but maybe I will get an answer.Thanks We are flying out of Phoenix on Continental with a connection in EWR (New York/Newark, NJ) and returning out of EWR to PHX. The flight #CO3424 from EWR to YQB (Quebec City)is operated by ExpressJet Airlines,Inc. dba Continental Express. FYI - we are flying in the day before. Most flight arrive in the late evening unless you take a "red eye" from the west coast. Quebec City is not a small city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twocats Posted March 31, 2005 #24 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Thanks to both for the information. I have saved it for future use on my next cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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