alsie Posted January 29, 2017 #126 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Loved your blog cannot wait for our cruise to eastern carabbean in 2018 Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted January 29, 2017 Author #127 Share Posted January 29, 2017 As I await for my plane to finish boarding, a few thoughts of my Regal vs Royal sailings (keeping in mind that the Regal sailings were 1 & 2 years ago): Food - better on the Regal...although you would not know it from my waste line. The buffet was a little better, the IC had more daily changes, and the CG was better. Alfredos opened earlier on embarkation day. Beds: Royal hands down. I do not know if we had newer bedding from the dry dock, but the pillows were comfortable, and I had zero back/neck pain Stairs: Royal with the central staircase being opened up Pool: Royal with very warm water compared to the ice bath that we had on both of our Regal sailings Service: tie...great all around We had wonderful cruises on both ships and are looking forward to our next Princess cruise!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostlylurker Posted January 30, 2017 #128 Share Posted January 30, 2017 is this the caranage in grenada? I went to med school there and it looks like it. We're looking forwards to cruise Feb 7th week. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted January 30, 2017 Author #129 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Yes, those pics are from Grenada Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted January 30, 2017 #130 Share Posted January 30, 2017 As I await for my plane to finish boarding, a few thoughts of my Regal vs Royal sailings (keeping in mind that the Regal sailings were 1 & 2 years ago):Food - better on the Regal...although you would not know it from my waste line. The buffet was a little better, the IC had more daily changes, and the CG was better. Alfredos opened earlier on embarkation day. Beds: Royal hands down. I do not know if we had newer bedding from the dry dock, but the pillows were comfortable, and I had zero back/neck pain Stairs: Royal with the central staircase being opened up Pool: Royal with very warm water compared to the ice bath that we had on both of our Regal sailings Service: tie...great all around We had wonderful cruises on both ships and are looking forward to our next Princess cruise!!! Also been on both Royal & Regal and liked them both. Looking forward too on your next Live Reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted January 30, 2017 Author #131 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I woke up today..Ro was already gone..I had no make my own coffee, and there were no donuts anywhere to be found....how am I going to get through the day! :( Random pics, including Patters & menus can be seen on my Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0095009/gp/98631961@N04/37F866/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXcruiser13 Posted January 30, 2017 #132 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I enjoyed reading your report!!! We were on the same cruise in a balcony cabin on Marina Deck port side and loved it. We thought the entire 10 days was spectacular! Excursions were all great, food was wonderful, and we actually LOVED Atomic. We both thought their guitarist was incredible. We were definitely "youngens" on this cruise too, being in our forties. We didn't expect quite so many seniors onboard, but were told this is pretty standard for a longer cruise (it was our first 10 day'er). No complaints - just the observation that there were a LOT of mobility devices onboard (scooters, wheelchairs, etc) and I had my poor toes munched several times over the course of the trip by wheels and elevators were frequently jam packed due to so many devices. We just got home today and can't wait to go again in November. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsxgray1 Posted January 30, 2017 #133 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Thank you so much for your live from the Royal Princess! We are looking forward to our experience on the Royal on the February 28th cruise. Do you have any recommendations for excursions at any of the stops on your cruise or any on board activities that we should not miss? Thanks again! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cp Posted January 30, 2017 #134 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Thanks for the report. Heading to the Greek Isles in Aug on the Royal for my Honeymoon. Can't wait!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted January 30, 2017 Author #135 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I we actually LOVED Atomic. We both thought their guitarist was incredible. If only the singers were as good! I think that she can grow as a singer, but the dude really drags her down! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmgirl63 Posted January 31, 2017 #136 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Thanks for taking us with you! We were supposed to be on this cruise but had to reschedule due to home responsibilities. Our son had surgery and both Grandma's are having medical issues so we thought it better to push it back. It was fun to join you and can't wait to be back on the Royal Princess in March after sailing her January 2016. Thanks again for the great review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostlylurker Posted February 1, 2017 #137 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Yes, those pics are from Grenada Sent from my iPhone using Forums hey thanks. LIved there in the 1990's and it was wonderfully unspoiled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattwright Posted February 2, 2017 #138 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Thank you for this thread and all the pictures. We'll be on Royal Princess on March 10. Different itinerary, but it was good following the experience of your cruise, seeing the daily newsletters, and learning some tips and tricks along the way. This will be our first Princess cruise after 20+ with Royal Caribbean and a couple with Norwegian, so I'm enjoying learning what I can about Royal Princess so I don't feel like a total cruise newbie again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliciam Posted February 4, 2017 #139 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Thank you SO much for taking us along your journey! I'm sorry you had a run-in with some jelly fish, but glad you are feeling better. I have this cruise booked for November, but have been really second-guessing based on the short hours it is in certain ports. I typically cruise for the ports and not necessarily for the ship. :) Look forward to reading the rest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elycelynne Posted February 9, 2017 #140 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Thanks for the breton and chocolate donut recommendations -- Both excellent! :D Did you try the chocolate and banana strudel from the Pastry Shop? Also yummy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted February 9, 2017 Author #141 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I had a little or a lot of everything! The thin cinnamon spread Danish thing was also amazing Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
centralcalicruzer Posted February 9, 2017 #142 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Awesome live thread! We are leaving on the Royal on the 18th, just got approved to join our daughter, Leigh Cara, the production singer. It is our first time on the Royal, so your review was really helpful, although we are doing the other itinerary (which we have done before, but hey, we can't complain). Just one question, in your photos you show sushi, is that in the IC? Or a separate sushi place? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lor74 Posted February 10, 2017 Author #143 Share Posted February 10, 2017 They had the sushi in the back of the buffet area at lunch time.. I saw it twice on our sailing. I hope your sailing has a younger crowd than ours did...so that if you get to see your daughter perform, the room will have more energy. We felt bad for her on that night....the mainly older folks in the room did not care for the 90s theme. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutrie Posted March 1, 2017 #144 Share Posted March 1, 2017 We had the pleasure of hearing Leigh Cara on our Feb 8 to Feb 28 sailing. She did a great job during her performance in Vista. I thought she really related to the crowd. The production shows were very entertaining and well done, but the highlight for us was the Cabaret performance in the Piazza (only on the second leg) the last night of the cruise. The four vocalists were incredible!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamelin Posted March 2, 2017 #145 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Great live thread! Really appreciate the effort you took. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
centralcalicruzer Posted March 2, 2017 #146 Share Posted March 2, 2017 We had the pleasure of hearing Leigh Cara on our Feb 8 to Feb 28 sailing. She did a great job during her performance in Vista. I thought she really related to the crowd. The production shows were very entertaining and well done, but the highlight for us was the Cabaret performance in the Piazza (only on the second leg) the last night of the cruise. The four vocalists were incredible!! How nice you got to enjoy a back to back! We were on the second leg and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, proud parents notwithstanding. Christopher had me in tears during Bring Him Home in the Cabaret! All the singers were outstanding and we fell in love with Joey Yates up in Crooners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elycelynne Posted March 2, 2017 #147 Share Posted March 2, 2017 How nice you got to enjoy a back to back! We were on the second leg and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, proud parents notwithstanding. Christopher had me in tears during Bring Him Home in the Cabaret! All the singers were outstanding and we fell in love with Joey Yates up in Crooners. I was on the Royal 1/29-2/8. You have a very talented daughter, and she and Christopher did a fantastic sing of "The Prayer" at the show in the Piazza that featured several singers and musicians. I wholeheartedly agree about his rendition of "Bring Him Home"; however, I didn't share your affection for Joey Yates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candigirl41 Posted March 9, 2017 #148 Share Posted March 9, 2017 It is supposed to now be $49.95 + 15% = $57.45/day Are you seeing it higher? It costs more if you purchase on board. I called Princess and was told the price has gone up on board, but if you pre purchase it is 57.45 a day. I purchased mine on line Candi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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