cruzluvr2

I was surprised earlier this week to receive a check in the mail for the entire amount on DH account not used, both refundable and nonrefundable. Seems Princess accounting is going through changes. I have to applaud Princess for refunding, but that was one action that could have been avoided had they combined on the ship.

I "think" we must have had separate cards on file. I updated my account with the new credit card but I think I must have not updated his information. After seeing this I have now deleted the second card to prevent a recurrence. In the past it was in my name and he was a designated user. I can only assume it cost me a few dollars to learn something and be more watchful in the future.

Word of caution: my DH and I recently traveled on the Island Princess. Normally our accounts are combined, this time they weren't. I didn't think too much of it until I realized they charged the credit card for full outstanding balance on my account and left money in his to be turned over to Corporate Finance. There was $18 refundable and $21 non-refundable, I know they will quickly add both to Princess account. Not that large amount, but it could have been. I'll watch closer next time.

Can anyone give reports of how it is handled at the beginning of a cruisetour (personal experience)? I see the requirements are that it is required before the land first portion but I also have read reports that the hotels do not ask to see results. I'm not against testing, but dislike paying a lot for a test when hey don't even check. I have free tests here that I can self test before leaving home. And yes, we would definitely self test before leaving home.