teachingforme Posted December 22, 2017 #1 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I was looking at our cruise for June 2018. Princess has removed Dominican Republic-Amber Cove port from the itinerary. We were looking forward to visiting this port. They put a sea day in its place. Do you think there is a liking hood Princess will add it back in? Or does anyone know why Princess is no longer calling on Amber Cove Dominican Republic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notonboard Posted December 22, 2017 #2 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I was looking at our cruise for June 2018. Princess has removed Dominican Republic-Amber Cove port from the itinerary. We were looking forward to visiting this port. They put a sea day in its place. Do you think there is a liking hood Princess will add it back in? Or does anyone know why Princess is no longer calling on Amber Cove Dominican Republic? My 2018 cruise has Amber Cove listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmoger Posted December 22, 2017 #3 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I was looking at our cruise for June 2018. Princess has removed Dominican Republic-Amber Cove port from the itinerary. We were looking forward to visiting this port. They put a sea day in its place. Do you think there is a liking hood Princess will add it back in? Or does anyone know why Princess is no longer calling on Amber Cove Dominican Republic? What ship are you sailing? Our March cruise on the Caribbean Princess had Amber Cove removed from the original itinerary to compensate for this ships ongoing propulsion issues, which causes the ship to reduce its maximum speed. However, we were informed of this change by Princess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted December 22, 2017 #4 Share Posted December 22, 2017 will be in amber cove in march on the Crown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachingforme Posted December 22, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted December 22, 2017 We are on the Caribbean Princess. The notice we received from Princess about a week ago was that Ocean Medallion would not be available. We now have 2 sea days at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted December 22, 2017 #6 Share Posted December 22, 2017 When will the Ocean Medallion be available or is it still a work in progress? I don't sail until Feb 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin' musician Posted December 22, 2017 #7 Share Posted December 22, 2017 Seeing as this port represents a huge investment by and for CCL, it would likely take a major local incident to remove it from CCL itineraries. After visiting once I'm not sure a sea day is a bad alternative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satxdiver Posted December 22, 2017 #8 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I just checked and the DR is still on our itinerary on the CB in November 2018. We have been there once already. The new port is really nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted December 22, 2017 #9 Share Posted December 22, 2017 When will the Ocean Medallion be available or is it still a work in progress? I don't sail until Feb 2019 Hope it does in 2019 on the CB. 1 more year may be enough for the further test. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJCruisers Posted December 22, 2017 #10 Share Posted December 22, 2017 Just checked and our March 2018 itinerary still shows Amber Cove. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josumello Posted December 22, 2017 #11 Share Posted December 22, 2017 Haven’t been on Princess in years. What is ocean medallion?? Thanks!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mingus Posted December 22, 2017 #12 Share Posted December 22, 2017 We really enjoyed Amber Cove last week. A lot of passengers didn't realize or aware that the loungers, pool, hammocks & water slides were free. They might not have even known the pool was there, since it's out of sight from the many shops. The pool area was deserted. Look for the loungers in the water......aaahh :cool: Here's a secret (thanks to a previous poster).....at the end of the zipline, there's a crew store that sells beer, pop, snacks, toiletries, etc at a discounted price. There's a decent beach next to Amber Cove, that you could almost throw a rock to, but it's fenced off and patroled. However, it's an easy 15 to 20 min. walk outside of Amber Cove to reach the beach. Someone will offer to help you with loungers, but they're free to use. There are a few shops, bar and restroom (free!!) at the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mingus Posted December 22, 2017 #13 Share Posted December 22, 2017 Haven’t been on Princess in years. What is ocean medallion?? Thanks!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums It's the replacement for the cruise card. https://www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/ocean-medallion/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted December 23, 2017 #14 Share Posted December 23, 2017 We really enjoyed Amber Cove last week.A lot of passengers didn't realize or aware that the loungers, pool, hammocks & water slides were free. They might not have even known the pool was there, since it's out of sight from the many shops. The pool area was deserted. Look for the loungers in the water......aaahh :cool: Here's a secret (thanks to a previous poster).....at the end of the zipline, there's a crew store that sells beer, pop, snacks, toiletries, etc at a discounted price. There's a decent beach next to Amber Cove, that you could almost throw a rock to, but it's fenced off and patroled. However, it's an easy 15 to 20 min. walk outside of Amber Cove to reach the beach. Someone will offer to help you with loungers, but they're free to use. There are a few shops, bar and restroom (free!!) at the beach. Very nice and big pool but kind of difficult to get shaded lounge. We got there early and hard to get access to wifi unless you purchase an alcoholic drink. Not something we really wanted to do at 8 am. There was a pharmacy nearby with a mob of people standing outside so they must offer free wifi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eclue Posted December 23, 2017 #15 Share Posted December 23, 2017 No great loss if they eliminate Amber Cove - that is an awful port . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz54 Posted December 23, 2017 #16 Share Posted December 23, 2017 Very nice and big pool but kind of difficult to get shaded lounge. We got there early and hard to get access to wifi unless you purchase an alcoholic drink. Not something we really wanted to do at 8 am. There was a pharmacy nearby with a mob of people standing outside so they must offer free wifi. Or they started drinking at 8 AM and needed medical assistance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capriccio Posted December 23, 2017 #17 Share Posted December 23, 2017 No great loss if they eliminate Amber Cove - that is an awful port . We haven't been yet but a friend returned from the Crown today and said it was nice. Different strokes for different folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingofcool1947 Posted December 23, 2017 #18 Share Posted December 23, 2017 We really enjoyed Amber Cove last week.A lot of passengers didn't realize or aware that the loungers, pool, hammocks & water slides were free. They might not have even known the pool was there, since it's out of sight from the many shops. The pool area was deserted. Look for the loungers in the water......aaahh :cool: Here's a secret (thanks to a previous poster).....at the end of the zipline, there's a crew store that sells beer, pop, snacks, toiletries, etc at a discounted price. There's a decent beach next to Amber Cove, that you could almost throw a rock to, but it's fenced off and patroled. However, it's an easy 15 to 20 min. walk outside of Amber Cove to reach the beach. Someone will offer to help you with loungers, but they're free to use. There are a few shops, bar and restroom (free!!) at the beach. Amber Cove beach day also includes buffet lunch. Stay within the confines of Amber Cove beach. The rest of DR can be dangerous if you venture out on your own. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted December 23, 2017 #19 Share Posted December 23, 2017 how much did the buffet cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted December 23, 2017 #20 Share Posted December 23, 2017 how much did the buffet cost?[/quote There is no buffet. Previous poster is getting Amber Cove confused with somewhere else. There is a restaurant at the pool to purchase food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted December 23, 2017 #21 Share Posted December 23, 2017 wondering if it's a beach day excursion then? - we'll be there in March for the first time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetbeachgal Posted December 23, 2017 #22 Share Posted December 23, 2017 Agree I think that poster is confusing Princess Cay with Amber Cove. Food and drink are available to purchase at Amber Cove pool area. No free buffet. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfb4cruzing Posted December 23, 2017 #23 Share Posted December 23, 2017 Seeing as this port represents a huge investment by and for CCL' date=' it would likely take a major local incident to remove it from CCL itineraries. After visiting once I'm not sure a sea day is a bad alternative.[/quote'] We've been there as well and agree with the one and done approach. Port area is the standard cruiser trap and then it quickly goes to poverty island. The people on the dune buggy excursion looked like they had fun. I can't remember what we did but it involved some locals dancing and lunch after visiting a farm I think. Next time we would probably do the port and head back to relax on the ship. Most of the excursions, in every port, have turned into money grabs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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