coral 30 Jan 2014 partial Panama Canal

[lazyriver]

Short review of the trip.

Summary first: This was a bucket list trip for us and the Coral was chosen for the partial transit. It met every expectation. In other words, it was GREAT. Thank you CC for providing answers to all of our questions.

Embarkation and Disembarkation were the best we have ever experienced. Thirty minutes from the dock to our room. Two bottles of wine, a pack of soda, and chips. Off in less time.

The ship was beautiful. We had a simple balcony, deck 9 D301. Our room steward was fantastic, as were all the staff on board. Room service for coffee and a simple breakfast were always delivered at the time requested.

For those that know about the issues of noro on the previous cruise, this cruise, to our knowledge it was non existent . Great job Princess.

We had open sitting and used it about half the time. Buffet was better than we have experienced, and the MDR was very good. Made reservations easily, just make sure you do it early in the morning after you have read the Patter and know what you want to see and do.

Morning show was ok, would rate average, but enjoyable just the same.

Shows were fantastic, regardless of the one you choose.

Spent time on Lido and Wheelhouse Bar. Music was great and interaction with fellow passengers made the experience even more fun.

MUTS was a first for us, and the variety was good, it met our needs well, we read the Patter and knew what was on and when.

Just as everyone has said before, when going thru the canal, its 3-4 deep on decks 14/15, go aft on 11 and 10 and thru the doors that have a little sign below the handle that says "emergency only" and you will have a great view. On our trip, there were about 12 of us on deck 10.

Excursions are individual so won't go into those, wanted to concentrate on the ship.

[Colo Cruiser]

Thanks for posting your comments. :)

[lovevacadays]

Thank you for your review. This itinerary and ship seems to get primarily good reviews.:):):)

[riclop]

Thanks for the review.

[5soccer9]

Thank you for the review. We leave in a little over two weeks. So excited. Can't wait to get in some warm weather.

[Whimsy]

Thank you for the review!

[Redwing55]

Thanks for the updated review. Makes me feel even more excited for next week.