windsurferfirst Posted March 23, 2021 #1 Share Posted March 23, 2021 I am seriously considering it. A few days of luxury and pampering is just what we need. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon stingray Posted March 23, 2021 #2 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Absolutely. We know which sailing and which cabin we want. We were tempted to try P&O as we've never sailed with them-we've always stuck to the "American Lines" but just feel we wouldn't enjoy P&O as much as we enjoy Princess/Celebrity. I just hope the website doesn't go down like P&O as I have to leave home at 8.10 at the latest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted March 23, 2021 #3 Share Posted March 23, 2021 1 hour ago, simon stingray said: Absolutely. We know which sailing and which cabin we want. We were tempted to try P&O as we've never sailed with them-we've always stuck to the "American Lines" but just feel we wouldn't enjoy P&O as much as we enjoy Princess/Celebrity. I just hope the website doesn't go down like P&O as I have to leave home at 8.10 at the latest. I wonder if Princess will let you choose an exact cabin. P&O would only let you select certain grades, not locations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mariners Posted March 23, 2021 #4 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Yep we are going for it. Regal in September know my grade of cabin & checked our insurance today to know we are well covered before booking. Really fancied Sky but booked to go on her July 2022 and dates worked better for wife on Regal for her work. Roll on 8am tomorrow 😁 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lady Arwen Posted March 23, 2021 #5 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Would it be okay if I live vicariously through all of you lucky people! Please, please report to us while you’re on the ship so that we can fantasize just a little. Bon voyage! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amajaa Posted March 23, 2021 #6 Share Posted March 23, 2021 I would love to but unless the Government give the all clear ref holidaying in this country I’m concerned about the insurance implications. I would have probably booked the P & O yesterday if we were going to book. Obviously there was lots of interest in the cruises yesterday judging by the way the prices shot up though out the day. The entertainment on P & O and Princess are very similar but I think the food on P & O is just slightly better especially if you ask for a diabetic menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann141 Posted March 23, 2021 #7 Share Posted March 23, 2021 12 minutes ago, The Mariners said: Yep we are going for it. Regal in September know my grade of cabin & checked our insurance today to know we are well covered before booking. Really fancied Sky but booked to go on her July 2022 and dates worked better for wife on Regal for her work. Roll on 8am tomorrow 😁 We are probably going to book the cruise on Regal leaving Southampton 1st September visiting Belfast.Our Princess cruise consultant is going to phone tomorrow after 10am.Just hope the price hasn't increased by then! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mariners Posted March 23, 2021 #8 Share Posted March 23, 2021 We have gone for 9th September visiting Liverpool & Belfast can’t be away over month end/start wife’s job again I’m afraid. Thought long about cruising considered P&O had 2 cancelled already in past year but we prefer Princess really but not much in it. We enjoy our cruises but mix our holidays up a little to give us variety don’t necessarily opt for Southampton departure either, we’ll fly anywhere to pick up a cruise if the itinerary attracts us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobstheboy Posted March 23, 2021 #9 Share Posted March 23, 2021 (edited) Just had an email from a leading UK TA, prices are excluding Wifi, grats and drinks, which can be added at £30 pppd. I know of some on here who will be interested in that. Edited March 23, 2021 by bobstheboy Typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purdey16 Posted March 23, 2021 #10 Share Posted March 23, 2021 I’m looking to book my first princess cruise and just wanted to try a short one first just like what P & O are doing at the moment, I’ve looked on the web site but can only find cruises for actual stops etc , am I looking in the wrong place ? I can’t find any details about what will go on sale tomorrow, any information greatly received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purdey16 Posted March 23, 2021 #11 Share Posted March 23, 2021 It’s ok , I have found a list on another thread . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majortom10 Posted March 23, 2021 #12 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Princess have said on their Faceache page that all bookings will be under a guaranteed basis and you will not be able to pick your cabin number only cabin grade and they will tell you your cabin at a later date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majortom10 Posted March 23, 2021 #13 Share Posted March 23, 2021 6 hours ago, simon stingray said: Absolutely. We know which sailing and which cabin we want. We were tempted to try P&O as we've never sailed with them-we've always stuck to the "American Lines" but just feel we wouldn't enjoy P&O as much as we enjoy Princess/Celebrity. I just hope the website doesn't go down like P&O as I have to leave home at 8.10 at the latest. 5 hours ago, wowzz said: I wonder if Princess will let you choose an exact cabin. P&O would only let you select certain grades, not locations. No they will not let you pick cabin number only grade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seapals2 Posted March 24, 2021 #14 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Fed up of sitting on the fence ... we are booking at 8 am. 🥳🥳 TA asked if we wanted to remove the Princess plus but for this short cruise we have left it on. 👍🏻 🥂🍾🥂🍸🍹 Let you know if all goes smoothly. 🤞🏻 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milolii Posted March 24, 2021 #15 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Good luck!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windsurferfirst Posted March 24, 2021 Author #16 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I have booked 31st July 3 days. Premium package was available so I booked it. Stateroom selection not available just grade of stateroom. I selected balcony 9 - 14. Let's see what we get. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon stingray Posted March 24, 2021 #17 Share Posted March 24, 2021 We booked aug 24th-4 nights with prom package. Those dates worked best for us. We were wanting to book a mini suite with club class dining but it worked out at £600 more than a regular balcony so decided against it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink-belle Posted March 24, 2021 #18 Share Posted March 24, 2021 11 hours ago, majortom10 said: No they will not let you pick cabin number only grade. Pleasantly surprised, they are a little better than that, you could book position, so I was able to choose decks 9-14 to ensure staterooms above and below and my favoured aft area of the ship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger88 Posted March 24, 2021 #19 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I cant wait to see this sale. I will be honest, I havent seen any good deals in a very long time. I really hope to see changes on their website at least for this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymumofthree Posted March 24, 2021 #20 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I've booked Regal 23rd Sept with the stops in Belfast, Liverpool and Glasgow. I too was surprised that I couldn't choose my stateroom but I guess they want to ensure the best configuration given that it will be reduced capacity. As we only need one room, that's not a worry for us (if you read my comments yesterday you'll know that I was deliberating a quick break of the entire family but couldn't guarantee my 30 year olds would have been vaccinated - so just the two of us going on this one!) Next step - shore excursions... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger88 Posted March 24, 2021 #21 Share Posted March 24, 2021 14 minutes ago, windsurferfirst said: I have booked 31st July 3 days. Premium package was available so I booked it. Stateroom selection not available just grade of stateroom. I selected balcony 9 - 14. Let's see what we get. I have many dounts about all those premium packages. They simply not worth it anymore. I ve been try to find some particular features for which I wont mind to over pay... but there were none Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgeh Posted March 24, 2021 #22 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I would love to, but no guarantees I'll be vaccinated in time. I hope everyone who's booked have a fantastic cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seapals2 Posted March 24, 2021 #23 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Booked ... 🥳🥳. Very smooth ... just £50 per person deposit. The option is still available to book with or without the all inclusive package. It’s only 4 nts .. and all sea days ... happy days. Now where do we book the sunshine ☀️ ☀️ 😎😎. We have opted for Sky Princess .. we left her in the Caribbean last January ... hope she has survived well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purdey16 Posted March 24, 2021 #24 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Just booked the sky princess for 5 nights with the plus package, went for mini suite in the end ,mid ship the dates suited us and it will be the first time on a princess ship , had options to pay just the £50 deposit, or £459, or full fare with a further £80 off price , hope everyone else gets what they want 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
favouriteplaces Posted March 24, 2021 #25 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Booked on 4-night, 1st September Regal Princess sailing including a Belfast stop in a guarantee balcony, mid-level decks - I couldn’t find the button to book guaranteed sunshine though! 😂 Looking forward to that fresh sea air... 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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