LynnSD

Thank you! That’s what I needed to hear.

Delta changed the departure time for our flight after our Emerald Princess cruise to 12:38 pm. I’m just looking for some assurance that this is doable —- or should l change to a later flight? Many thanks!

We are on Emerald in October 2024, just booked it I was more successful using the web version. I was able to reserve a table for 2 in a combination of Michelangelo at 5:00 and Botticelli at 5:20 for most nights. I also booked 2 specialty nights. I’ll keep checking on the other nights, but if I can’t get reservations we’ll just wait and see what the options are. Thank you for posting the guidance!

Thanks for the explanation , I was frustrated…. We just booked an October cruise on Emerald Princess and I haven’t dealt with this before. Actually the app is not letting me make any reservations today so I’m just going to try again tomorrow!

I wonder what happens if we book 500 set dining but show up at 5:20-5:30? (I can get a table for 2 in set dining but only shared in other room…)

Robes get laundered on turnover day. All you have to do is ask your steward and you will get them by day 2. It’s not anything to get annoyed about.

We’ve stayed in B&Bs in La Jolla Shores, walkable to beach and restaurants.

Another vote for Pan Pacific. Watch the price; we got two decreases after booking. (Still pricey, but worth it.)

We boarded Sapphire princess 6/22. Started the process around 10 am. It was busy but not crowded and we walked through all the steps efficiently, including a replacement for my son’s medallion when it didn’t work properly. We probably sat in the chairs for 20 minutes before they had us board in rows. No complaints!

We live in SD and we always take a jacket for evening.

When we cruised w our 8 & 10:year old grandkids, they did not have packages. We were prepared to pay for their beverages, but we were never charged. I assume it was charged to our packages, since we rarely if ever drink 15/day. They don’t use Wi-Fi. We did pay their gratuities of course.

Thanks all for the information. We actually have the cruise package at PanPacific, so luggage is easy. If it were just us, I’d wait until afternoon; but our kids & grandkids are with us and are eager to get aboard.

Another vote for pre-ordering the 12 pack, so convenient. If you are elite, you can also trade in your bar set up for water.

What time does the boarding begin? Thanks.

Oops, you are right. I was thinking Alaska cruise. Sorry

What time does boarding start (Sapphire Princess, Vancouver) ? I know it must be discussed here somewhere, but I cannot find it. l Many thanks!

I paid for 3 cabins for our upcoming Alaska cruise on Sapphire. When my son enters his booking number in the Princess app, he gets error messages. Latest said that the number is already in use. I emailed my TA, and I’m sure it will eventually work out, but thought I’d ask for any advice here in the meantime? Thanks!

I always purchase FCCs when I’m onboard. Is there any benefit in actually booking the next cruse while onboard? Thanks.

Great to hear. Fish Market is a long time fave of ours too!

Thanks for the tips, everyone!

My son’s one request for our cruise is fresh crab. Any recommendations for a convenient spot in Juneau, Skagway, or Ketchikan? We’ll also have a day in Vancouver so that’s another possibility. Thanks!

I usually buy their water special - 12 bottles for $7 (last time I checked.). I think you need to purchase this before you sale. If you are elite I think you can also exchange your bar for waters. That’s in addition to the package. I get sparkling during the day but like regular bottles on hand.

Princess has been our go-to for years, but we tried HAL because they sail from San Diego. Entertainment is important to us, and HAL was sadly lacking. The bands were good but not good enough to be the only thing to do every evening. Daytime activities were non-existent. We liked the variety of dining choices, but only because I booked them in advance. Once onboard there were no times left, and the MDR was overcrowded and unfriendly, with limited choices. So- it’s back to San Pedro and Princess for our local cruises.

My husband is retired Navy and a volunteer docent onboard so it’s a big deal around here! If you start your cruise in San Pedro, they have the battleship USS Iowa there.

Yes, it is the actual ship. It’s a great sight to see. Afterwards you can walk along the Embarcadero, enjoy the views, lots of shops and restaurants.