Wishing on a star

I think it might look like this....  Bed is on the sidewall, not the back wall.

______[ door ]______________

|         |              bench counter |

| bath \                      |           |  |

|_____|_[  closet  ]_ _| <> <> |_|

There are photos of 11617 on the one website that focuses on cruise ship deck plans.

If you are not able to access them all, then let me know.

There is also a general photo of the hallway, taken right outside the door of this cabin.

It can be hard to see details, but it appears that it is layed out like a smaller version of an OV cabin.  The doorway is not 'recessed', and is almost even flush with the hallway.

It does not appear that the door opens in the middle of the main area....

Not sure how the bath is located???

Hope this helps!

That sounds wonderful..  thanks!

If they go with the new SANCTUARY CLASS ship-within a ship...  something tells me that Harmony will actually be come the new Sanctuary/Signature restaurant.

Sounds like these Princess cruisers are real Party Animals!!!  

This is actually for a friend.

If they book a Princess cruise, Southern Caribbean ABC Islands,  what are some of the best things to consider?

I know that this cruise is always highly recommended.  But, hope to be able to give them some more thoughts.

What different things make this itinerary so great!

Somebody mentioned that it works on Chrome.

It has not been working on my browser, but has been working on the new APP.

Yes, some of this stuff regarding customer service..  (no notice on excursion) is pretty bad with Princess.  I think many of us just deal with that now, as we know that the onboard experience is better!

LAcruiser...   Hop you can get the latest 'scoop'!!!

We will hold you to your offer, and be looking forward to your LIVE!!!

I just pulled deck plans up, side-by-side...

The spaces are really about the same.  Give or take, depending on exact scale.

Princess can 'create' as many, or as few,  SANCTUARY Class cabins as they want.

And there are plenty of Mini-Suites, Premium Deluxe Balconies, and existing Suites onboard.

Just new color codes on the deck plan.

Following!!!  Thanks for the post!

We will not be boarding until Sun gets here to the U.S.

The one thing that I am hoping to get some early info on is whether, with the new Sanctuary Club Class, that the Cabanas in the sanctuary might ever be available to rent to lowly non-sanctuary guests?

LAcruiser,  I would place NO weight on what you were told.

In no way is that area 'small'....

If it were to be changed to a Sanctuary Club Class,  then the whole Forward of the ship, from the entry into the pool area all the way forward, would become the new SANCTUARY/SIGNATURE.

Everything is there... very little changeover needed.

However, I am wondering just how well this over-priced new class is selling.

On the first cruise of the changeover... every category below Sanctuary is almost sold out, either sold-out or RESERVE only.   Tons of Sanctuary cabins sitting there, available.

Has anyone been able to do this?

Can you even know if this is possible before booking?

This all seems so confusing with Delta.

Thanks for any help or info!

While the noodle bar is a huge hit,  I wouldn't be too concerned about the one restaurant, Harmony.

The bigger concern is what will they do regarding the Hollywood area.

Maybe a last minute announcement, a-la SUN Princess, about the NEW SANCTUARY CLUB CLASS.

Another ship without an Adult Area.

Just Sayin'

Go with REGAL...   One of my favorites.  Royal Class, before they made the changes.   

I would love to book Regal again on that itinerary!

We usually drive when we cruise from Florida, here in U.S.

It is more than can be done in one day, so we sometimes take even the third day.

We are big on being the first at the port, as we want to board early.  So NO driving on day of departure.

If you fly, I would still do this the day before, as we all know how travel, and especially air travel, can go.  

You can always keep looking to see if cabins open up, or if you want to put a deposit on a Mini-Suite before prices increase.  (if you are not cruising soon)   Most cruises seem to be going up and up...  as they book up close to final payment.

The Plus Package can really add up on a longer cruise.

As you mentioned before, and you are doing 12 days.

You really have to 'do the math'...  How much will Gratuities, WIFI, and the number of drinks and special coffees, casual dining. (we love Alfredo's) be likely to add up to.

If it is anywhere close -  the 'no worries, enjoy!' factor could make it well worth it!

You might NOT want to do the Plus package if you are a wine drinker.

The selection and quality of wine included in Plus seems to be lacking.

Happy Planning!

The real sale/benefits have been thru one of the huge online travel agencies.   Not sure if checking with any other TA or Princess PVP would the thing to do.

The prices have gone up on our bookings.. so, based on current prices, I don't think there is any way that this will help us.

If anyone is looking at a booking where this is far in advance, it could be helpful.

Not so long ago,  at breakfast in the MDR, our table for two was that close to another table....

OMG, that guy.. at breakfast, first thing in the morning...  the 'loud and obnoxious' one... talked about everything that one might not want to bring up at the table...  

We were like...  "whoa...  glad we are not traveling with them!!!"

The web site seems to be screwed up a lot lately...

I think the APP is working.

Canker,  are you sailing soon???

I understand that Princess is going to be bringing back some 'Traditional' dining, (as the OP is wanting).  The new SUN Princess has a three level dining system..  TRADITIONAL,  by Reservation, or by waiting upon arrival...  and Walk-Up.

Has Princess not said that they are going to be doing this on their other ships.

It would be kind of like when they had one dining room as TRADITIONAL, and the other two as AnyTime...  But more of a focus on being able to make Reservations.

I can see how there is a lot of confusion and lack of hard information right now!

If this is not ironed out before you board...  If you request a large table,  and then get to know some of the others on that first night...  Staff would probably try to accommodate a TRADITIONAL reservation for those that want, for the next night and forward.

Those that end up at a large table, like you, might be looking for the same kind of dining.

Here is a photo of this cabin, D220 :    I can also post a video from the cabin just two doors up.

Not sure Regal has a 'Family' cabin.

With the additional space. (two connecting cabins together??) one would def come with the higher price.

Would you mind telling us which sailing you are considering???

You are right...  the Balconies on this Royal Class ship are small... no doubt.

The Deluxe Balcony will be slightly bigger than the small standard balcony...  Just enough to squeeze in the little two seat 'love-seat'.

the mid-ship bump-out balconies can have a bigger balcony, but as you mentioned, there might not be any available, as these get booked up more quickly!

Have you tried searching by putting in THREE guests?  Perhaps this will show more available cabins.  Princess is known for holding these back for more than two passengers.

If you might consider a AFT wake-view balcony, on some decks, these have nice large balconies.  Not convenient for walking to any forward venues...  But many love the wake-view.

The only other option for a larger cabin would be to pay the higher fare for a mini-suite.

These have a larger cabin, a larger bath with a small tub. (no small corner shower with curtain).

They should also have an actual table on the balcony. (not just the small side/footstool table)

I don't know how far you are from final payment..  but could consider putting a deposit on a Mini-Suite, as the price could increase....  And keep that option open.  

Pull up your cruise and keep checking for any cabins that might open up.

Don't worry too much about your Deluxe Balcony not being full mid-ship.

You should still be fine where you are...  and I think you will find that there is no life-boat down below you in your view.

Which cabins would you hope for???

At $20. per day, the length of the cruise is a big factor, since, to me, the benefits do not match up with cost for the number of days onboard....

We would def. consider Premium for a short cruise, as we would like to do the Casual Dining...

That and the more expensive special coctails and liquors..

We could do Alfredo's twice, easily...  and then two visits would be used up.

On a short cruise, two specialty restaurants on a short cruise is about the break-even point.

So the other perks then become well worth it.

On a longer cruise, you pay more to upgrade...  you would have to know you want to take advantage of all the other benefits.  A longer a more port intensive cruise, it becomes harder to come out ahead.

They need to have more Casual Dining options on the Sun...  maybe sushi?  They don't have a Casual option for that, right....

Just FYI...  I just looked at a cruise, months out..  and it is showing Deluxe Balcony cabins to select for 2 passengers.   Just a 'thing',  or is Princess addressing this issue a little bit.

We have a regular balcony booked..  and will stick with it, as we like the location and the larger balcony.  But, not being able to book a Deluxe Balcony is a big problem!!!

D220 is fine!!!!

Regal is one of our favorite ships!  Before all of the changes that began after her.

ENJOY!!!!