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Our 1st Caribe balcony on the Golden on Aug 30th!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D

looking forward to the pics and more....we're leaving on the Golden in less than 2 weeks now :D

Thank you for the replies .... that's what I was hoping :D:D:D

Is it possible to check in ahead of person in your cabin? I will be earlier to the dock than my boyfriend and would like to know if I can check in ahead of him or do I need to wait? I will be using my credit card for both of us for the on-board account....can I set that up for both of us if I board ahead of him? (not that I am anxious or anything to begin the cruise :D )

my input/idea: fly into Portland--do what the kiddos would like the most there--beaches, parks, whatever.....next, take Amtrak up to Seattle and spend some pre-cruise days there--the Aquarium, underground tour, duck tour :D ...from SF, it sounds like a long road trip for the kids.....unless, you really know they like the long road trips :D

We're on the same cruise! Are you ready to go?

I had to switch my AK cruise....so, now I am princess on Aug 30th....we had friends going that this worked out better for them! enjoy!!!! but...yes, I am ready :D:D

Thank you! I think I can unload a good part of my clothes now! I'm completely addicted to Danskin Now loose fit knit pants [call them a poor woman's Lands End I guess]. They are fine for business casual work environment here, so I think they will be good for the cruise. I may never wear jeans again!!

 

I am taking a few 3/4 sleeve knit tops and a variety of scarves to dress up in the evening.

yes!!! those danskin type pants are now my favorite!! no jeans for me! a few cute tops and a couple dressy ones will do just fine :) :D

I am on the 30 August sailing and I just looked at my itinerary and YES, it has been pushed out to noon :eek::confused:

Is it necessary to request the pillow top mattress pads like it was to request the egg crate style in advance? (Golden also)

great review....our turn on 30 August! This makes me more excited:D:D:D

Great video and wonderful "live from"!! ps--i am also a duck tour fan :D

I did zip lining in AK on our first cruise....I always wanted to try it....and thought it would be better to try it in the USA with somewhat safety regulations :D:D The zipping was fun...the rope bridges, not so much :eek:

This came from the roll calls for the Golden boarding on 6.7.14:

Just got a staggered boarding email.

Our records indicate you have a cruise departing on 6/7/2014 on Princess Cruises. We have recently been advised by the cruise line of some important information about your trip.

To ensure a smooth start to your voyage we operate a progressive embarkation schedule. If you have booked a Princess Cruise Plus Package or Princess transfer, your check-in time will be provided at your hotel or airport. Passengers traveling on a shared transport or arriving as a group will be checked in together. Priority check-in will be available to passengers with a Preferred Boarding Pass within the allotted check-in times after clearing security and dropping off luggage. Boarding will commence shortly at 12:00pm. Once onboard enjoy a meal at the Horizon Court, which remains open throughout the day to serve you.

12:00pm - Dolphin Deck

12:30pm - Fiesta and Caribe Decks

1:00pm - Aloha and Sun Decks

1:30pm - Baja and Plaza Decks

2:00pm - Lido and Emerald Decks

Have to say LIVERPOOL as it's my home town, we have lots of attractions. Many that are free, as your ship will dock right in town all attractions are within walking distance,

 

The Ruby Princess is due in on Thursday so were pretty excited :D this is what's planned for the next few days.

 

 

The Princes Dock Street Food Party will start on Thursday 29 May (from 5.30pm-9.30pm), welcoming the Ruby Princess to the city. The Thursday evening event will close with a spectacular fireworks display

I would definitely choose Liverpool! BTW - I have friends - Lori and Dave - on the Ruby --- I will tell them they have a welcoming party! And....if all goes well, I will be there August 2015!! :D:D

Thank you!! We're going in August/September :D:D:D

I am doing my first balcony to Alaska....other than getting a "good price" that I could justify it, I am excited to use my camera on a tripod without feeling i am hogging up deck space :D Plus, I am a very early riser who can grab a cup of coffee and grab blankets and sit out until everyone else wakes up :D

or cruise on Disney ???

I still have 118 days...but...i have a friend on the GOLDEN right now!! first one to Alaska this season!!! :D:D:D

or....you can be like me who's newest goal in life is to do ALL duck tours wherever I may be :D:D i love the fun and cheesiness :D:D 2 down -- seattle and san diego ... ketchikan is next!!!

(on my Bucket List for 2015) - enjoy!!!

This will certainly be my guide when planning for our Aug 1, 2015 British Isles cruise!! Soooooo....now I need to start my notebook! :D:D

Since I live in AZ and doubt that I will need my "winter" things....I have made a spot in my closet for my Alaskan cruise -- which is about 5 + months away :D

see....I want Liverpool....so I have to pick P&O or Royal....I would (and probably will be) pick Royal -- because I also want Paris :D ... I am thinking I would leave the ship early :D

I get sea sick very easily....i have done the coastal cruise and now that I have learned how to virtually stop it, i am ready for anything (big talker)....I use a 3 pronged approach---bromine before i go on board and anytime the ship is heading north in the Pacific (just in case); 2 - ginger capsules all the time and #3, the sea bands on the wrist. I don't know what is working, but happy it is!!