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Not sure if it's just club class, but a waiter cut up the food for a elderly person (I know, we're all elderly). Her daughter was at the table and asked waiter to do it.

While on the Sky last month, I noticed the same thing and I guess it may be because there are no other seats close buy to listen to entertainment in the Piazza. Sky was at max passenger count for the entire month of February so a lot of people looking for seats.

Just returned last week from a cruise in Fort Lauderdale. Cab ride from ship to airport was $16 (20 with tip).

I am elite and was on the Sky for the month of February. The elite line at guest services was to the far right and even though I went to guest services numerous times during the cruise, I never had to wait more than a few minutes.

Just got off the Sky yesterday and took cab to airport. Used EZ Air. Also, there was no notification in the stateroom. I went on Wednesday to see if it was still offered and guest services said it should have been left in the cabin on Tuesday. They still allowed me to sign up. Not sure if because if being elite had anything to do with it. They were very nice about it.

I just received upgrade to E420 from an interior room (Lido deck). The deck plan shows the balcony is partially angled and on Emerald deck. Category is BW balcony obstructed view. I bid minimum bid on two categories - one w/o balcony obstructed view and one with balcony obstructed view. I'm very happy with this as it looks like it may not be as obstructed as others on that deck. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge of any obstructed balcony views on Emerald deck? Thanks for your help.

I'm on the Sky beginning February 4th for four weeks. I also am in same balcony cabin for first three weeks and the last week in a guaranteed interior (IC) cabin and have bid to upgrade. Still haven't heard yet about bidding results and have not yet received a cabin assignment. Hoping my bid gets accepted or maybe a free upgrade. How many people are on your cruise. Looks like next couple of sailings are full. Have fun.

If the cruise is port intensive you may want to reconsider buying the package. Also, depending on the time of year they may not be spending much time on the balcony. Another thing to consider is booking the obstructed balcony and then putting in a bid for the upgrade.

how do you know if your bid is still pending? I bid a few months ago for an upgrade on cruise departing Feb 25.

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Also something I really appreciate is the EZCheck Luggage Service when disembarking at Fort Lauderdale. I've used it several times and feel it's well worth the money. Princess will provide instructions document on the 3rd or 4th day before cruise end. You fill out a document showing your airline, flight number, times, etc. Princess EZ Check Luggage Forward Service is Fast, Efficient and Stress-Free Debarkation In partnership with Bags Inc Shipboard Airline Check-In Service, Onboard Airline Check-In adds convenience and peace of mind to the life of a cruise traveler. After checking in for a flight while onboard the ship, the passenger’s checked luggage will be transported directly from the pier to the departing airport. Along with allowing passengers to disembark earlier, Onboard Airline Check-In allows passengers to travel without the burden of luggage. You can have your Luggage Expedited from the departure in San Diego SAN, Port Everglades FLL, Port Everglades MIA, Honolulu HNL. following your cruise and you no longer need to check your bags at the airport. See more detailed info below. For a nominal fee of $25 pp (plus any baggage fees as imposed by your airline of departure), your boarding passes will be issued onboard during the last evening of the cruise and your luggage will be transported directly to the aircraft. Requirements to participate in this service: Participating disembarkation ports are. San Diego SAN, Port Everglades FLL, Port Everglades MIA, Honolulu HNL. Southwest Airlines (WN) currently only participates in Ft. Lauderdale (FLL). Participating Airlines: Air Canada, Air Tran, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines. *The list of airlines varies from port to port and is frequently subject to change throughout the season. Flights must be with a participating Airline. The connection flight can be operated with a different airline as long as the reservation is on the same record locator number. All flights must depart as follows: For San diego: 11:30 AM-11:59 PM. Port everglades FLL: 11:30 AM-11:59 PM. Port Everglades MIA: 2:00 PM-11:59 PM. Honolulu: 11:30 AM-11:59 PM. Service fee listed below. And additional airline baggage fees (as determined by the Airlines), will also be charge to your shipboard account. ** Guests are advised to check the latest offerings when you get on board as we cannot guarantee an airline will operate due to airline operational reasons and local government conditions. EZ Check Fee is $25 pp. Participating Airlines: American Airlines; Delta Airlines – Domestic Flights, Jet Blue United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Air Canada, other major airlines. Benefits of this service: Your luggage will be checked in direct to your flight You will not need to check in at the airport as you will already have been issued your airline boarding passes and airline luggage tags on the ship, proceed directly to security. If your flight departs late and you wish to explore Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), SanDiego, and Honolulu , you can do so without the worry of carrying your bags. If you meet all of the above requirements: You will need to Complete the registration form onboard at the information desk.Please be aware that this service is provided by the airline listed above and on occasions, they may experience difficulties in processing some passenger’s airline records preventing the ability to print boarding passes and luggage tags on board. In these cases, it will be necessary for passengers to check-in person at the airport. Should this situation arise you will be notified as soon as possible. You should also be aware that upon arrival in our disembarkation port, Customs may choose to examine your luggage, which will be done in your presence.

Depending on which ship they are on, most ships have a sit-down restaurant called Alfredos. It wasn't until my third cruise that I realized there is no charge. Menus vary but primarily Italian pizzeria type menu. Pizza, calzones. etc. Here is a list of other possible restaurants venues that are on many Princess ships. I'm sure I missed other places on board. Below is a pdf file which explains all or most of the dining options on all princess ships . The first column lists which ships have which restaurants. https://www.princess.com/downloads/pdf/food-and-dining/dining-options.pdf I enjoy the International cafe where you can get specialty coffee and tea along with deli type food. If you ask nicely, they will usually have fresh baked cookies in the back. I also like Swirls Ice Cream on the Lido deck. I hope they enjoy their cruise as much as I have enjoyed mine..

I would try and bid on a bigger cabin. Possibly a sky suite?

We are sailing in Europe on the former Ocean Prince. Now called Sirena. Really looking forward to the smaller ship. We sail the entire month of February on the Sky which is almost 6 times as large as Sirena. First time on Oceania and testing the waters.

Take a cab from ship to Panera (only about a 1/2 mile from port.) Have it wait and get it to go. Buy your coffee after you get through security.

4 weeks beginning Feb 4th on Sky Princess 2 weeks in September on Serina Oceania from Monte Carlo to Venice (first time on an Oceania cruise line)

Are you given an actual coupon book or is this something you need to download?

2022 - Three weeks - Regal - Caribbean Cruises. We had a wonderful time and have four weeks booked on the Sky in February in the Caribbean. Have to get out of this cold Minnesota weather. 12 inches of snow in past two weeks. My motto is "There is no bad cruise." I've been checking out cruise prices for 2024 - prices have really increased.

As far as room and board go - my last room steward said that they have four crew members in one cabin. I didn't see it so I can only go with his statement.

Usually, you must pay for two people even if flying solo. Sometimes Princess will allow you to pay for one person. You may want to contact your travel agent to see if they can locate cruises without the solo supplement. There is also a website - CruisePlum Solo Deals - which you can review to see cruises from Princess and other lines without the supplement. I've went solo once and enjoyed it. I have another scheduled for February. Princess travelers are generally very friendly and inclusive. Have fun cruising.

Bah Humbug!

It costs $12 to get a meal at McDonalds. Eating at a halfway decent sit-down restaurant is at least $25 a person here in Minneapolis and a whole lot more in places like New York City, LA or Miami. $40 for ribeye is a bargain and since we normally only eat in a specialty restaurant once a week this doesn't really affect our vacation dollars. We have so much OBC to use that we actually never out of pocket. To each thir own.

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There should be two additional outlets behind your bed.

I tried making a booking but screen freezes up. Very frustrating.