MsSoCalCruiser Posted December 31, 2014 #1 Share Posted December 31, 2014 We are sailing on the Crown Princess this Saturday. I received an email notification that shows embarkation begins at 1:30 PM with Sail Away being changed to 6 PM. Why would they have us leave so late, in the dark? Doesn't dinner begin at 5:30? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyhound3 Posted December 31, 2014 #2 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) It seems that delayed departures are becoming the norm on the 3 day cruises. Our cruise on the Golden in November didn't depart until 7 pm - announcements from the Bridge stated it was for "operational reasons". There was discussion in another thread regarding the reason/reasons behind the delay, which ranged from: 1) an alleged slowdown by the dockworkers 2) retrieving a cart of baggage that had gone into the water 3) cleaning mussels out of the thrusters 4) the previous Captain took the keys to the ship home with him (okay, I made that last one up :p) Yeah, it was disappointing to leave in darkness, but we didn't let it ruin the trip. Grey Edited December 31, 2014 by Greyhound3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted December 31, 2014 #3 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) What time was it originally? Sunset is just before 5pm. Not too much to see at sail away. 15 minutes and you're in open water. Edited December 31, 2014 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted December 31, 2014 #4 Share Posted December 31, 2014 You can wait to eat dinner until later. Anytime dining is open way beyond 7pm. THere is also the buffet and a number of other choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF - retired RRT Posted December 31, 2014 #5 Share Posted December 31, 2014 We were in the dining room during sail away once (at a window table)...great way to start a cruise. Food with a view!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
long cruiser Posted December 31, 2014 #6 Share Posted December 31, 2014 I live in ft lauderdale and right night total darkness is around 6:15pm long cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted December 31, 2014 #7 Share Posted December 31, 2014 FLL is much further south than San Pedro. Total darkness here is at about 5:30pm. The Crown seems to be sailing late almost every sailing. It could be any number of reasons. IMHO, sailing out of San Pedro isn't the most prosaic sailaway. About the only interesting sights are the restaurants at Ports 'O Call. :) Relax on board, have your pre-dinner drink as usual. Have a great cruise! I know you guys will have a terrific time. Looks like the weather is gonna warm up a little for you. :) Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobbsey Posted December 31, 2014 #8 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Logistically speaking the real concern would be if one has early seating. When will the safety drill take place and will they delay both traditional dinner seatings to give folks time to fight the crowds and get the life jackets put away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted December 31, 2014 #9 Share Posted December 31, 2014 For those who really enjoy accuracy - :D On 12/31/14 sunset will be at 5:40 in Ft. Lauderdale and 4:54 in L.A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdellachiesa Posted December 31, 2014 #10 Share Posted December 31, 2014 It's no longer 6 pm, it's 9 and boarding is at 5:30! CROWN PRINCESS PRE-BOARDING HEALTH ADVISORY Please be advised that during the current cruise there has been a slightly higher than expected number of cases of gastrointestinal illness among guests suspected to be caused by norovirus. Throughout the cruise we have been carrying out a comprehensive sanitation program and although case numbers remain relatively low, in an abundance of caution we have arranged for the ship to undergo an additional disinfection in Los Angeles on Saturday, January 3, 2015. Check-in for your cruise will be delayed until 5:30 PM. Please do not arrive earlier than 5:00 PM as the terminal will be closed for sanitation and there will be no seating or services available. To minimize terminal congestion we use a progressive check-in schedule as follows: 5:30 PM - Dolphin and Emerald Decks: Cabins begin with D or E 6:30 PM - Caribe and Riviera Decks: Cabins begin with C or R 7:30 PM - Aloha and Lido Decks: Cabins begin with A or L 8:00 PM - Baja and Plaza Decks: Cabins begin with B or P Crown Princess is expected to depart Los Angeles at 9:00 PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdellachiesa Posted December 31, 2014 #11 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Does anyone know what this will mean for dinner? Our reservations are for 5:30 pm... Sent from my Nexus 4 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted December 31, 2014 #12 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Typically they go all-anytime and balance people between the three dining rooms. This minor delay does, however, make it possible for me to have a delightful prime rib sandwich forunch at my favorite LA-area purveyor. Bright side, people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyhound3 Posted January 1, 2015 #13 Share Posted January 1, 2015 That prime rib sandwich sounds good. Think you could bring a few extra - like about 2500? :D Grey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted January 1, 2015 #14 Share Posted January 1, 2015 On 12/31/14 sunset will be at ... 4:54 in L.A.The sun sets then but since there's no land to the west, it's light/dusk for about another half an hour. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted January 1, 2015 #15 Share Posted January 1, 2015 FLL is much further south than San Pedro. Total darkness here is at about 5:30pm. The Crown seems to be sailing late almost every sailing. It could be any number of reasons. IMHO, sailing out of San Pedro isn't the most prosaic sailaway. About the only interesting sights are the restaurants at Ports 'O Call. :) Relax on board, have your pre-dinner drink as usual. Have a great cruise! I know you guys will have a terrific time. Looks like the weather is gonna warm up a little for you. :) Pam We are going to have a great time. Wish you were sailing with us. Looks like boarding is pushed back to 5:30 due to Noro on the current cruise. We will go with the flow. Might be a good time to have a martini in Crooners. The dining rooms are going to be open seating so could mean a wait. Weather looks good for Sunday as well as Monday in Ensenada. See you soon😊😊 Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted January 1, 2015 #16 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Does anyone know what this will mean for dinner? Our reservations are for 5:30 pm... Sent from my Nexus 4 using Forums mobile app The notice indicates that the dining rooms will be open seating. No reservations or set times. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted January 1, 2015 #17 Share Posted January 1, 2015 The sun sets then but since there's no land to the west, it's light/dusk for about another half an hour. :) Ahhh, yes, and as I sit with my computer in front of me and my window overlooking the ocean(however my home sits high on a ridge) the last rays of sun has left the sky. It is now 5:40 p.m. I have found that at sea level, the sun sets a wee bit earlier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted January 1, 2015 #18 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Wish I was going with you, too. :) Heard that you can now order Fireball whiskey on the Crown. You shouldn't have a problem with waits in the dining room unless you eat later. People will still be boarding so if you're at the dining room by 7pm, you should be OK. Hey, could you find out if they will serve you pepperoni pizza in Alfredo's? It's not on the menu but I've been able to order it on the Sapphire and the Royal. :) Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy2Crews Posted January 1, 2015 #19 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Does anyone know what this will mean for dinner? Our reservations are for 5:30 pm... ah....maybe McDonalds? ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted January 1, 2015 #20 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Hey, could you find out if they will serve you pepperoni pizza in Alfredo's? It's not on the menu but I've been able to order it on the Sapphire and the Royal. Maybe if we can convince the Grand to come alongside? ;0) Crown lacks an Alfredo's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted January 1, 2015 #21 Share Posted January 1, 2015 That prime rib sandwich sounds good. Think you could bring a few extra - like about 2500? :D I'll see what I can do. If I get an SUV as my rental, I'll try to steal a couple of the serving carts, with entire prime rib roasts inside, but I'll be damned if I'm going to stand there and carve. It's my vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted January 1, 2015 #22 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Maybe if we can convince the Grand to come alongside? ;0) Crown lacks an Alfredo's. Well, darn! Got my ships mixed up. I'm on the Grand in February so I'll be able to enjoy Alfredo's then. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted January 1, 2015 #23 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Ahhh, yes, and as I sit with my computer in front of me and my window overlooking the ocean(however my home sits high on a ridge) the last rays of sun has left the sky. Rub it in! LOL. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted January 1, 2015 #24 Share Posted January 1, 2015 I'll see what I can do. If I get an SUV as my rental, I'll try to steal a couple of the serving carts, with entire prime rib roasts inside, but I'll be damned if I'm going to stand there and carve. It's my vacation! Alamo came through with an SUV. If someone will be a dear and procure 2500 french rolls, we're good to go. Honestly, it would be kinda cool if Princess had a couple of LA's high-end food trucks show up. Canter's Deli has a truck, there's a couple of excellent Korean ones. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 1, 2015 Author #25 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Alamo came through with an SUV. If someone will be a dear and procure 2500 french rolls, we're good to go. Honestly, it would be kinda cool if Princess had a couple of LA's high-end food trucks show up. Canter's Deli has a truck, there's a couple of excellent Korean ones. . . My vote is for an In-N-Out truck. Even if we have to pay for it, I think you have a great idea! I hope princess is reading this and orders a truck. Everyone make sure you bring enough cash because I don't want you to take my double-double from me. :D. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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