joysea Posted June 10, 2013 #4601 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I use a cruise-specific TA and she is extremely knowlegeable. She knows what we like and lets us know if there are sales. She also watches the prices of our booked cruises and gets us the discounts when they come up. She is part of a larger group that gets blocks of cabins at discounts while they last. She knows we can shop elsewhere and always gives us perks including OBCs of her own plus sometimes her group offers them. Sometimes she even gives me extra ones when I put a group together. She always sends a gift like wine or champagne to enjoy onboard. Plus--and this can be a big one--she never charges for changes. So if you decide on a different cabin or switch dates or anything there are no charges. Many agencies have these. Best of all, she is a trouble shooter. When a client runs into an emergency that triggers the insurance, she fills out the forms and acts as your advocate. I haven't needed that but she tells me about dealing with evacuations and deaths etc. So I think I good ta is well worth it....not that costs me more. Mine is in your state, but I am in Florida so place doesn't matter. Hi: Your TA sounds TERRIFIC. My DH and I cruise frequently mainly on Princess and RCCL and are always looking for the PERFECT TA, if you don't mind sharing could you please email me at joystr@twcny.rr.com? Your TA sounds GREAT! Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlynnRider78 Posted June 10, 2013 #4602 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Maybe I missed it but I thought they said there was no self service drinks station??https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/5825_536764586381676_909505216_n.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/946495_536764763048325_605186250_n.jpg Think I remember Rai saying there was no self service drinks in Horizon Court too.. I must admit though if you zoom into the left hand side of the pic this does looks like it's outside on deck but am sure from some of the Princess pics it looked like there was drinks machines in the pastry shop too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted June 10, 2013 #4603 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I love the looks of the seating area on the Horizon Terrace behind the buffet. There appears to be conversation seating, which RC's Radiance Class of ships also have behind the buffet. Shaded, with great views of the wake. Very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlynnRider78 Posted June 10, 2013 #4604 Share Posted June 10, 2013 (Princess Cruises) Sorry the pic is a bit fuzzy as I've zoomed in.. Think these look like tea and coffee facilities too, this is in The Pastry Shop!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icat2000 Posted June 10, 2013 #4605 Share Posted June 10, 2013 OMG...Looked at this photo of the coffee dispensers could..and could it possibly be brewed coffee instead of the syrup?? Please, someone onboard, do tell!!! ;);) They have those on Celebrity. Coffee still tastes like crap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 10, 2013 #4606 Share Posted June 10, 2013 They have those on Celebrity. Coffee still tastes like crap. I agree about the taste but I saw them re-filling the machine on Celebrity and it was with ground coffee - not syrup.:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claymorefan Posted June 10, 2013 #4607 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Here are some photos that I took on Saturday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted June 10, 2013 #4608 Share Posted June 10, 2013 OMG...Looked at this photo of the coffee dispensers could..and could it possibly be brewed coffee instead of the syrup?? Please, someone onboard, do tell!!! ;);) It shows it's a WMF coffeemaker & going to the company's website I only see bean to coffee machines so hopefully that's accurate! :D http://wmf-coffee.wmfamericas.com/coffee/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claymorefan Posted June 10, 2013 #4609 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret32 Posted June 10, 2013 #4610 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Bingo! It's missing in action. That area where it was supposed to be is now a much larger area to set out sun loungers on the deck aft of the Fitness Center area on the Sun Deck. Dedicated outside area for Shockwaves kids This is where I will hang out! I am always looking for cozy seating in the shade if possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret32 Posted June 10, 2013 #4611 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Think I remember Rai saying there was no self service drinks in Horizon Court too.. I must admit though if you zoom into the left hand side of the pic this does looks like it's outside on deck but am sure from some of the Princess pics it looked like there was drinks machines in the pastry shop too!! While I can't speak for what the final policy will be, they stopped self-service coffee etc on the Crown late last year due to a Noro outbreak. Think of all those hands touching the same spigot that is warm and moist and a good place for germs to breed. They had one or two servers standing there and they were pleased to pour whatever and give you cream, lemon, iced tea or whatever. Probably took less time since they didn't stumble around for the right cup or the right spigot. There might also have been some issues with passengers in heavy seas and the hot fluids. In any case, not a problem. Relax and be served. (I bring my own thermos cup which is safer and avoids more trips.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martij6 Posted June 10, 2013 #4612 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Has anyone seen this video yet? http://m.youtube.com/index?&desktop_uri=%2F#/watch?v=4JGC9hiyqeg&feature=g-high-u Some of the things that have impressed me so far are the elegance of the ship and the extraordinary extraordiary attention to lighting everywhere. Stunning! I tried but it wouldn't open. At the top of the page you'll see where it says Mobile/Desktop. Use the Desktop and it opens the standard YouTube page. Joel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom33 Posted June 10, 2013 #4613 Share Posted June 10, 2013 claymorefan.....thanks for the walk across the the sea walk:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadMenTellNo Tales Posted June 10, 2013 #4614 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I noticed that too and was going to ask that next, but you've beat me to it. :D The dueling pianos was one thing I was looking forward to. I am hoping that the ugly black piano with the music notes will eventually be replaced with the original concept of dualing pianos. I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this one! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracie65 Posted June 11, 2013 #4615 Share Posted June 11, 2013 At the top of the page you'll see where it says Mobile/Desktop. Use the Desktop and it opens the standard YouTube page. Joel Thanks got it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKELLEY Posted June 11, 2013 #4616 Share Posted June 11, 2013 (Princess Cruises) (Princess Cruises) Dave, Thanks for posting this photo. We booked an aft cabin on the Baja deck and this is the best photo of it. Now I know I did good booking our cabin. It looks like it's fully or partially covered and it looks about the same size as the aft cabins we've had on other Princess ships. Thank you so much for all you have done on this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathywin53 Posted June 11, 2013 #4617 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Hey Dave, After all the arrows you have provided do you have pictures of each side and stern with all your arrows posted..would be a fun picture with the ship hidden by your work ( arrows)....also show everyone how accommodating you have been to the people on this thread, including me and my travelling companions. Please don't disappear from this thread, it is a work of art. Katherine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetbeachgal Posted June 11, 2013 #4618 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Do we know whether the children's play area has been scrapped or if the items/furnishings haven't arrived yet? We will be traveling with children on this Royal Princess trip, so just wondering. I'm sure they will have plenty of other things and activities to keep them busy, if plans have changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGCRUIZN Posted June 11, 2013 #4619 Share Posted June 11, 2013 The dueling pianos was one thing I was looking forward to. I am hoping that the ugly black piano with the music notes will eventually be replaced with the original concept of dualing pianos. I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this one! ;) Thought those Olives looked familiar. Princess makes a ton of money with it's Art Auctions and Michael Godard is one of their featured artists..........:rolleyes: http://ccs.dogpile.com/ClickHandler.ashx?du=http%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2fwatch%3fv%3dsDye4eMiMTE&ru=http%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2fwatch%3fv%3dsDye4eMiMTE&ld=20130611&ap=1&app=1&c=info.dogpl.mobile&s=dogpile&coi=239138&cop=main-title&euip=70.192.195.129&npp=1&p=0&pp=0&pvaid=de58a54bdd9c42ea85a0e2804a2b8e5c&sid=1255605426.53767073113.1370909765&vid=1255605426.53767073113.1352636863.356&fcoi=417&fcop=topnav&fct.uid=c0fe6c4081e54d40924fc11b5efed55a&fpid=2&ep=1&mid=9&hash=670E1B266C4936CCE67D5EA509A71BB7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 11, 2013 #4620 Share Posted June 11, 2013 [img (Princess Cruises) We also booked an aft and I was so busy looking at our balcony the first time I saw this picture that I didn't notice what I think may be the best place to hang out on the ship. Look at those 5 loungers on the aft corner of the promenade deck!!!!! :D :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who Knew Posted June 11, 2013 #4621 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Here are some photos that I took on Saturday Thanks, that was fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted June 11, 2013 #4622 Share Posted June 11, 2013 It shows it's a WMF coffeemaker & going to the company's website I only see bean to coffee machines so hopefully that's accurate! :D http://wmf-coffee.wmfamericas.com/coffee/ Keeping my fingers crossed.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted June 11, 2013 #4623 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Keeping my fingers crossed.....:):):) Bob Me too & I'll happily have them serve me brewed coffee in the HC instead of self service coffee from concentrate! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CI66774 Posted June 11, 2013 #4624 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Do we know whether the children's play area has been scrapped or if the items/furnishings haven't arrived yet? We will be traveling with children on this Royal Princess trip, so just wondering. I'm sure they will have plenty of other things and activities to keep them busy, if plans have changed. It appears the small child's play area still exists on the left (hard to see). Hopefully, there will be a slide and some tricycles, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xni001 Posted June 11, 2013 #4625 Share Posted June 11, 2013 A friend sent me the following link for a brief review on Royal Princess from the visit last Saturday, just sharing :) http://www.cruise.co.uk/cruise-reviews/princess-cruises/royal-princess/read_review_99932/ Charlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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