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  1. Totally remember that, it was $18.99 pp/pd and everyone including the seasoned cruisers tried to grab it knowing it was a mistake. Once it was discovered and rescinded the feeling was oh well, Royal made a mistake and they should honor it, and they did. I don't recall many customers who got it at that price taking a forgiving position towards Royal.
  2. We were there last year on the Wonder and the Odyssey was also there. The island did look pretty busy in the public areas, we were in the Beach Club so it was much quieter.
  3. We just returned from the Harmony that had a stop in Roatán. Our group felt completely safe and had an enjoyable time. Did a beach and snorkel tour, no issues at all.
  4. In our experience with my type 1 wife who has to bring extra supplies, and devices as she wears an insulin pump and wears a CGM it really varies when it comes to security and TSA. She also brings juice boxes and snacks. Some of the time it's not an issue, we've learned to get to the airport even earlier than most. There are times where she is pulled aside and everything examined, and there are times when the TSA agent is more familiar with diabetic passengers and it goes quickly. Sometimes a supervisor has been notified and involved. Just a heads up, it seems every time is a little different. As far as embarkation day, never any issues.
  5. correction, we "don't" use the elevators
  6. If you want to share, is he type 1 insulin dependent diabetic or a type 2 diabetic and manages his condition with diet and medication? My wife is type 1, she was diagnosed over 30 years ago and travel has not been an issue for her. The reason I ask is although similar they have different needs that you may need fulfilled prior to the cruise with the special needs department. For instance refrigeration for the type of insulin he's on or how it's delivered if he is on insulin. Or special dietary requirements. In addition to contacting the special needs department, if you haven't done so I'd make sure to check in with his medical team especially his endocrinologist for any info that is specific to him. As others have said, we walk a lot, use the elevators and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate....especially if you're flying. Love this, so very true. My wife's condition has never slowed her down and she's been very fortunate to be in good health despite her condition.
  7. Yes, the question was answered on post #2. But this is a tipping thread, it must go to the minimum required 10 pages of opinion and rants, or post gets locked....whatever comes first!
  8. It's better than 3 years ago when everyone was an expert in immunology, virology and epidemiology!
  9. I have never heard that a B2B Alaska was not allowed, I thought it's actually a common practice. I'm interested to hear the responses on this.
  10. I cruise on multiple lines, so I browse multiple boards.....many posts end up relating to or commenting on tipping at some point. Yes not all, but many. The arguing in many times is sensless, most of the cruise lines all have their recommendations and have moved to daily gratuity amounts being charged to cruisers onboard accounts or offering the ability to pay them pre-cruise or add them into a bundle package. Most of the lines also allow the removal of the automatic gratuity, they discourage it but their own policies allow this. They almost always end up in a debate on the cruise workers pay structure, tipping cultures in different parts of the world, virtue signaling or the living wage debate in America. And nothing solved.
  11. Jumping in late, but the original question was about the cost of Wi-Fi and a glass of wine? Got to love CC, all the posts almost always end up in an endless and unsolvable argument about gratuities!
  12. We ended up taking this cruise, 45 minutes from our home because we had some FCCs we received after the Crown Alaska issues . We really took it because it was a new ship, local and not expecting much from the California Coastal Itinerary and we absolutely loved the ship and itinerary. As native Californians we've been to all of these places but it felt different on a cruise. Cruising under the Golden Gate bridge was awesome, taking a van day trip to Sonoma/Napa for wine tasting was one of my favorite excursions as we had a great group of guests who all hit it off tons of fun, lunch and shopping in Santa Barbara, San Diego we have family there that we met for dinner and as I said Ensenada stayed on the ship to enjoy. We will sail this again, we still enjoy our other lines and Caribbean & Alaska itineraries, but this really was one of our favorite cruises and it's local!
  13. I feel they are, especially during certain times of the year but we have not done a Mexican Rivera on Princess, just the other lines. I'm just speculating that a 7 day Princess cruise on the Discovery would be a less party atmosphere than a short Carnival or Royal Caribbean cruise. We're in SoCal and have grown up visiting the Pacific side of Mexico and it's just not our interest anymore. Safety is certainly and issue but we also don't find much to do there anymore. The party atmosphere is not a deterrent for us, especially on a newer bigger ship. We've found plenty of places to partake or have quiet time which I feel the Discovery has to offer. Plus the Discovery does not have any of the kid activities like water slides, zip lines, roller coasters etc. so I'm guessing that attracts an older crowd and younger adults.
  14. We really enjoyed the Discovery Princess, we sailed on the Discovery in October of 2022 on the California Coastal itinerary. It was nice sailing out of our home port which we rarely do anymore, we're mostly Caribbean and Alaska now. We have also starting skipping the Mexican Rivera cruises, just not what we enjoy anymore. Our itinerary was San Pedro to SF, Santa Barbara, SD and Ensenada. We stayed on the ship in Ensenada. We will sail this itinerary again on the Discovery. This itinerary was a more laid back cruise, hardly any kids and less of the party atmosphere, not sure what your interests are. But it did not feel too big for us, but we typically sail Royal Caribbean on Oasis class ships which are much bigger. Plenty of resources on CC and YouTube, but we really enjoyed the ship. Quiet, great crew and service. No complaints with the dining, both complimentary and speciality. Bar services were all good for us. Did not attend any theater shows, just enjoyed the live music. We're both in our mid 50's. Enjoy!
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