Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted August 15, 2011 #26 Share Posted August 15, 2011 We just staple the paper ones on the suitcases as directed (the morning we head to the ship). However, we have permanent tags with read-through fronts into which I place a small piece of paper with the following info in big font: 8/15- Hotel Name and City 8/16- Board xxxxx Princess Cabin # And then if it's a domestic departure, I list both mobile numbers. Twice now the Princess paper ones have not been on suitcases when they were delivered to our cabin, but a handwritten tag was. I don't know if the person who wrote that tag got the information from the Princess tag or the permanent one, and I'm not willing to take a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retiredldo Posted August 15, 2011 #27 Share Posted August 15, 2011 We just staple the paper ones on the suitcases as directed (the morning we head to the ship). However, we have permanent tags with read-through fronts into which I place a small piece of paper with the following info in big font: 8/15- Hotel Name and City 8/16- Board xxxxx Princess Cabin # And then if it's a domestic departure, I list both mobile numbers. Twice now the Princess paper ones have not been on suitcases when they were delivered to our cabin, but a handwritten tag was. I don't know if the person who wrote that tag got the information from the Princess tag or the permanent one, and I'm not willing to take a chance. I like your concept Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jac1976 Posted August 16, 2011 Author #28 Share Posted August 16, 2011 We just staple the paper ones on the suitcases as directed (the morning we head to the ship). However, we have permanent tags with read-through fronts into which I place a small piece of paper with the following info in big font: 8/15- Hotel Name and City 8/16- Board xxxxx Princess Cabin # And then if it's a domestic departure, I list both mobile numbers. Twice now the Princess paper ones have not been on suitcases when they were delivered to our cabin, but a handwritten tag was. I don't know if the person who wrote that tag got the information from the Princess tag or the permanent one, and I'm not willing to take a chance. This is a fantastic idea. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Terre Posted August 16, 2011 #29 Share Posted August 16, 2011 I always put ours on before we leave home, never been a problem. I print mine on cardstock, cut them out and laminate them. I punch a hole in the end and attach with cable ties. Some people have commented that they think this takes too much time, but it only takes me 10 minutes at the most. I have folded them following the instructions and they do seem to be pretty sturdy, but we're jinxed so if it's going to tear off, it will be ours that do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlendaleCruiser Posted August 16, 2011 #30 Share Posted August 16, 2011 I always put ours on before we leave home, never been a problem. I print mine on cardstock, cut them out and laminate them. I punch a hole in the end and attach with cable ties. Some people have commented that they think this takes too much time, but it only takes me 10 minutes at the most. I have folded them following the instructions and they do seem to be pretty sturdy, but we're jinxed so if it's going to tear off, it will be ours that do. Exactly what I do, too. Takes just a few minutes. Even making an extra one for my purse in case it does get torn off doesn't add much time to preparing them. I also put a copy of my itinerary RIGHT ON TOP OF EVERYTHING in my checked bag and also my carry on (in case they make me gate check it) and that way if the bag is waylaid and they open it to see who it belongs to, they also know exactly where I am on which day and what my cell phone number is so they can contact me. I also put zip ties (cable ties) through the tabs of my suitcase zippers in lieu of a lock. If TSA has to get in then they will and will leave a note. Otherwise, it helps keep it closed and secure from casual lookers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjkTX Posted August 16, 2011 #31 Share Posted August 16, 2011 When we bought the plastic tags mentioned previously, soon after someone posted an "Itinerary" insert for them. I print out the red "Itinerary" sheet (looks like the Princess luggage tag format), turn them over and print our itinerary from home to the hotel and ship etc, fold them up like the luggage tags and stick them and the luggage tags inside the plastic holder - with the red "Itinerary" showing. So IF our bags get misplaced they can be re-routed to our hotel or the ship. When we get to the hotel I just take the itinerary part out and toss it - leaving the luggage tags to get on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sashas_mom Posted August 16, 2011 #32 Share Posted August 16, 2011 When we bought the plastic tags mentioned previously, soon after someone posted an "Itinerary" insert for them. I print out the red "Itinerary" sheet (looks like the Princess luggage tag format), turn them over and print our itinerary from home to the hotel and ship etc, fold them up like the luggage tags and stick them and the luggage tags inside the plastic holder - with the red "Itinerary" showing. So IF our bags get misplaced they can be re-routed to our hotel or the ship. When we get to the hotel I just take the itinerary part out and toss it - leaving the luggage tags to get on the ship. Yup, that's exactly what I do too. Maybe I didn't explain it as well as you did:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sashas_mom Posted August 16, 2011 #33 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Just curious. I'm noticing a green dot in the middle of the dot next to some screen names and just a blue dot next to others. Anyone have an idea what that means? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjkTX Posted August 16, 2011 #34 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Yup' date=' that's exactly what I do too. Maybe I didn't explain it as well as you did:)[/quote'] You do! I just don't read that good :-) The green dot means the person is online on CC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t60 Posted August 17, 2011 #35 Share Posted August 17, 2011 snip....soon after someone posted an "Itinerary" insert for them. I print out the red "Itinerary" sheet (looks like the Princess luggage tag format), turn them over and print our itinerary from home to the hotel and ship etc, fold them up like the luggage tags and stick them and the luggage tags inside the plastic holder - with the red "Itinerary" showing. So IF our bags get misplaced they can be re-routed to our hotel or the ship. When we get to the hotel I just take the itinerary part out and toss it - leaving the luggage tags to get on the ship. This sounds like a good idea Is there anyone who would be willing to email (t5fry at yahoo dot co dot uk) a copy of the itinerary insert please Sandy in Spain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
star gazer Posted August 17, 2011 #36 Share Posted August 17, 2011 At the 75 day mark, I printed the luggage tags for our late September cruise and our name and cabin number were offset making the tags wider than needed. A few days before we depart, I will check Princess.com and see if the tags layout have been corrected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robtulipe Posted August 17, 2011 #37 Share Posted August 17, 2011 Just curious. I'm noticing a green dot in the middle of the dot next to some screen names and just a blue dot next to others. Anyone have an idea what that means? Green dot indicates that person is log on to Cruisecritic at that very moment. Blue dot, which to me looks gray, shows that person is not logged on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjkTX Posted August 17, 2011 #38 Share Posted August 17, 2011 This sounds like a good idea Is there anyone who would be willing to email (t5fry at yahoo dot co dot uk) a copy of the itinerary insert please Sandy in Spain Sandy - here's the one I have. We lived in Madrid for three years - what a beautiful country you live in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t60 Posted August 17, 2011 #39 Share Posted August 17, 2011 Sandy - here's the one I have. We lived in Madrid for three years - what a beautiful country you live in! Thanks for that, I´ll try expanding the thumbnail. Yes we love living in Spain, just catching up on some sleep after our village fiesta, but it is soooooo hot Sandy in Spain Edit: Have just tried to expand the thumbnail to correct size for tag, but the print becomes distorted. If you´re able to scan a copy and email it, that would be great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjkTX Posted August 17, 2011 #40 Share Posted August 17, 2011 Sandy - you have mail. Let me know if that works - if not I'll try something else :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sashas_mom Posted August 17, 2011 #41 Share Posted August 17, 2011 [quote name='t60']Thanks for that, I´ll try expanding the thumbnail. Yes we love living in Spain, just catching up on some sleep after our village fiesta, but it is soooooo hot Sandy in Spain Edit: Have just tried to expand the thumbnail to correct size for tag, but the print becomes distorted. If you´re able to scan a copy and email it, that would be great[/quote] Favors By Serendipity will email the form to you when you purchase the luggage tag holders if you can't figure out how to get a good copy. fbys.com/tags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramdoggiesmom Posted August 18, 2011 #42 Share Posted August 18, 2011 I ordered the luggage tags Pam suggested from Serendipity on Monday and they were delivered yesterday! Now that's service. I think they are just what we needed and will work perfectly. Thanks for the tip Pam! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1A Posted August 18, 2011 #43 Share Posted August 18, 2011 [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=3]We do ours something like this, except we put packing tape both sides of the tag and get rid of the excess paper, never had a problem.[/SIZE][/FONT] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=3][/SIZE][/FONT] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1DMJcWaSXk"][FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=3]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1DMJcWaSXk[/SIZE][/FONT][/URL] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=3][/SIZE][/FONT] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=3]Ken[/SIZE][/FONT] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larainerenee Posted August 18, 2011 #44 Share Posted August 18, 2011 Favors by Serendipity also offers a nice mesh bag to hang in the shower for your shampoo, shower gel, etc to maximize the limited space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sashas_mom Posted August 18, 2011 #45 Share Posted August 18, 2011 [quote name='Larainerenee']Favors by Serendipity also offers a nice mesh bag to hang in the shower for your shampoo, shower gel, etc to maximize the limited space.[/quote] I have that too and love it. I also have their soap pocket which means no more dropping my soap.....now that's a relief!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sophie832 Posted August 18, 2011 #46 Share Posted August 18, 2011 Just got my luggage tags from Serendipity in the mail, and they look perfect! I got two with the shorter length tie, and two that are longer. I also love that they sent the e-mail with a printout form for your itinerary that you can insert for any portion of your trip pre-cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WALLYSWIFE Posted August 18, 2011 #47 Share Posted August 18, 2011 Thank you for the suggestion about the luggage tags,just ordered them from Serendipity,our cruise is in October and counting the days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t60 Posted August 19, 2011 #48 Share Posted August 19, 2011 I also was going to get their luggage tags, but it was nearly 8$ to send to Europe, so will stick with stapler Sandy in Spain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea and Me Posted August 19, 2011 #49 Share Posted August 19, 2011 [SIZE=3]I just tried printing the luggage tags for our Oct. cruise and find that the top one is off center but the bottom tag is perfect. Is this a Princess problem?? My printer works fine for everything else!![/SIZE] [SIZE=3][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]Thanks,[/SIZE] [SIZE=3]Carol[/SIZE] Figured it out thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebInTN Posted August 20, 2011 #50 Share Posted August 20, 2011 I would attach tags at the last point I have posession of them. Also, after I fold them, I sort of laminate them with clear packing tape, then staple them. I also bring some tape with me to reinforce tags before disembarking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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