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You don't have to but it's advisable with such a large group especially if you are picky about your dinner time.

I had read that you don't have to be a member to buy the gift cards ~ is that still true?

Find your roll call...that's the 1st step.

You can easily take the train to NYC as an alternative which is what we do from upstate NY. We did that last summer and will do it again in June. Beats driving!

Never had a problem driving or taking a quick flight from TPA. Doesn't change a thing for those of us on the West coast or even some inland that won't use Brightline. Never mind..

Have never had that issue but will remember your "fix" if the same should happen on our upcoming cruise(s).

Don't remember it being too cold when we weren't on the open RIB's but felt raw with the rain. We walked in every port and while I don't remember the temperatures, we walked comfortably on long walks. Simply prepare to layer and bring along rainwear even if it's the little ponchos you can get in a pouch. Think that what we used once when caught short. If it hasn't already been mentioned when you researched the ports; if you are in search of trinkets/magnets, etc. in those ports you will need to get off early! Slim pickings and you may find yourself with northing to take home (other than junk) if it important to you! Enjoy!!

I'll gladly take them. I've had to throw out a few as the handles were ripping. Great for grocery shopping.

Sailing along with you on Deck 12 in a cabana mini suite. Looked interesting and thought we'd give it a try.

We do the same!

Just booked '25 TA from Southampton.

I'm claustrophobic and only did an inside cabin on the 3 night inaugural sailing of the Sky in the US so we could move up to Elite a few weeks later for our cruise to Antarctica. Just not an inside person but it was fine for those few days. We confused our cabin steward as my husband had the cabin next door for the same reason and never slept there! Everyone should have a good idea of their comfort levels and simply book what works for them. We've found a liking to mini suites so guess balconies are a thing of the past..

Our last Princess cruise was on the Caribbean last August. Yes, it's an older ship but we had a great trip (although weather in Greenland was not the best ~ not their fault) but we had some of the best crew on board including Jody Miles as CD. We've been on inaugural cruises and have loved the experience of a newer ship but we've enjoyed our cruises on Caribbean even in the days with her engine problems. We go for the itinerary more than the ship but I've never shied away from this one no matter what others think.

Have brought my own but also am going more toward the screw tops as well. Much simpler.

I hear what you're saying. I printed out my personalizer where it shows that we "purchased" it and it shows yesterday's date on my print out. Will take it with me to fight if it comes to that.