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There is never a need to reserve your first night free specialty dining if you are in a suite. They will always accommodate your request. Wait until you board.

We swap it out for a bottle of Prosecco.

2 hours ago, Thrak said:

 

Asked for a wine list in MDR on Grand Princess quite recently. They brought me a list of generic wines that "fit" the Plus package. No names, no vintners, just varietal names.

We were on the Caribbean Princess in May and the Discovery in December. We always get the Plus package. We received a wine list when asked in the Specialty restaurants and in whichever main dining room we asked and received a huge notebook wine list. On the Discovery a sommelier came every night to help suggest something. So yes there are complete wine lists in the MDR.

In 2018 or 2019 we did a side by side. Off the Crown and over to the Regal. We asked at Guest Services and were told there is often a shuttle (golf cart) that will pick you up and transfer to the other ship. They told us to ask the port crew once we picked up our luggage and were headed out to the parking lot. We were directed where to wait and were picked up along with another couple and luggage and delivered right to baggage drop off at the other ship. Worked perfect. Ask once on board toward the end of your first cruise. We were prepared to take a cab but didn't need to.

The days of formal wear are definitely gone. I am OK with that. But I was raised and believe to this day that ball caps or any hats do not belong indoors and absolutely not at the dinner table. I know lots of Texans believe it's OK to wear your Stetson. No problem...until you enter a dining room. It's a matter of respect. 

We are looking at flying Southwest into LGB instead of LAX in December roundtrip. I always request wheel chair service for my DH. He can walk just not long distances. I see LGB uses the outdoor ramps instead of inside jetways. Any experience with not being able to have help disembarking the plane? Appreciate any feedback.  Prices are better at LGB and certainly has to be less congested than LAX. Thank you!

We have a 12:10 flight out of LGA and are booking car service for transport to the airport. Can we ask at the Passenger Service desk for a specific (approximate) time to disembark? Also it has been several years since we cruised out of Red Hook is it a far walk to meet your driver? Thank you!

Slightly off subject but I cannot remember since it's been a few years since we are on board Queen Mary. Is there a shelf or some type of place to set your own travel size shampoo, conditioner and razor in the shower? Otherwise I bring a small caddy that self sticks to the wall. Thank you in advance for your help!

Yes. Stop by Passengers Service Deck a day or so before disembarkation. They will tell you where to meet that morning. One of the crew will help you off the ship and then someone shoreside will continue helping you through luggage pickup, customs, etc if needed. Works well for my husband who can't stand or walk long distances.

I think it's ridiculous that Princess is paying to ship these Medallions. Just pick them up at the port. Quick and easy.

I have a question for those of you currently on board.  Did they provide the refillable jars of hand soap and body lotion? I usually bring my own but that will be two less things to pack if provided. Thank you in advance. Will be on board 4/17 and 4/24. Getting excited.

Elegantly casual  = nice restaurant wear...docker type pants for men, casual pants or dress for women... not jeans. 

11 hours ago, Steelers36 said:

Follow the money perhaps.  Vines was by my observations, pretty deserted all day long with some evening usage.  Perhaps Princess thinks Salty Dog will generate more revenue and buzz in the Piazza.  Vinophiles will still find their fix.  I like wine a lot but did not visit Vines much. 

 

 I have to completely disagree. Every cruise we are on Vines is so busy from early afternoon until just past dinner time you can't find a place to sit. We love Vines and visit every night predinner. I am very unhappy there is no Vines on the newest ships. I would love to know where Princess will encourage fine wines in Riedel glasses.I have no desire to sit in a beer pub/hamburger joint every night before dinner.

I am willing to wear my mask whenever and however requested.  Those of you who say you cannot  and will not wear a mask per the ship and/or the CDC suggestion/request...think about the ships crew who have no choice but must wear a mask ANYTIME they are on duty. If they can manage so can YOU! 

We have cruised for countless Thanksgivings. There is always a special meal in the Dining Room.  Some are better meals than others but the ship is always decorated with special displays in the Piazza, the Dining Room and the Buffet.  I am always Thankful to be cruising!

For several years we have been swapping out the bar set up for one bottle of wine. Not a huge choice but works for us. We always have the drinks package so we can have drinks, bottled water and coffee throughout the cruise. We keep the wine for the room.

My husband and I just booked a B2B2B for Spring 2022 on Discovery Princess.  Looking over their deck plans I see no Vines Wine Bar but a Gastro Pub instead. Seriously? Beer over wine? Very disappointed! Yes I understand micro breweries and specialty beers are the in thing but I have yet to cruise on any Princess ship where Vines isn't always busy! They could even combine the two and come up with a new bar name. Gastro Pub is going to sell pub food and beer. No thanks!

We have also been lucky enough to have cruised with Reynaldo a couple of times and received one of these turtles. Love your idea of making it an ornament for our tree! 

Has anyone bought a wine package on any Princess ship lately?  Is it even offered any more? Any help is appreciated!

Wondering if anyone who has been on the Crown this past summer can tell me if the Wine Package was offered.  We are headed there next week for the transatlantic.  My understanding is that if offered they only have the Gold Tier?  Does anyone know the level of price per bottle and the current costs and number of bottles included?  Thank you in advance for your help!

Not in the atrium but my husband and I enjoyed going to the bar at the Bayou Cafe for a glass of wine before dinner.  Doesn't have the wine list like Vines but a nice spot for a glass of wine.  They sometimes have a musician playing/singing for the bar and restaurant guests.  Never too loud, just some nice predinner or dinner time music.  Never crowded.

Cruising out of New York (Red Hook) in the fall and was given the name of a car service to use from hotel near LGA to Red Hook. Just wondering if anyone has used this service and what your experience was like. Would you use them again? The company is Arecibo Car Service out of Brooklyn.Thanks for your help!

Looking over the deck plans and do not see a laundry room on Plaza forward.  Star, Ruby, Crown etc all have a small laundry room.  Can anyone confirm if there is none on the Golden?  Thank you in advance!

2 hours ago, PORT ROYAL said:

 

No problem

Speak in confidence with your Restaurant MD, and they will ensure you have a nice table for two, at your time, on the day or days required.

 

On embarking, if your dining arrangement is not to your liking, go to your Restaurant and speak with the MD for another table.  FYI second sittings are not popular, so you may be lucky in first instance.

Thank you!  Will see the Maitr'D.  I appreciate your help.

Looking forward to our first Cunard cruise in September from New York to Southampton.  My husband has some slight communication issues so we have requested a table for 2, Second Seating for dinner but was wondering if there are tables for 2 for afternoon tea?  Thank you in advance for your help!