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We are currently on the Ruby.   Months ago we reserved a table for 2 at 6 pm.   Have yet to not have to share.  Most tables are for 6-8.  There are barely any 2 tops in the dining room.  I’ve never had this on previous ships.   I’m not antisocial, my DH and I just wanted this as it’s our 25 anniversary

We went yesterday.   $20 pp. taxi $16 one way.  Drinks about $15 plus 10% service and 12% tax.  Quiet and relaxing until crew showed up around 1 pm.   Don’t blame them they deserve to have fun after working so hard

You can always use the restroom

Has anyone been to the beach since mid February?   Read that the oil spill off Trinidad is effecting the beaches in Bonair.   

I think a major consideration is the size of the wound.  I am a visiting nurse and we teach family members how to change dressings as long as they are not too deep or too large.   Infection prevention is most important.  Would your MD consider ordering an antibiotic prophylacticly ?  Also packing products containing silver act as an anti microbial   If you decide to go this route, bring your own supplies and remember to wash your hands

Agree with above.   You get to snorkel with the turtles.  We did Silver Moon and the lunch was also delicious.  Just be sure you are arriving in port early enough

3 hours ago, PORT ROYAL said:

A must.  Take a limited 12 maximum pax Cat sail, lunch, drinks etc., etc with. 

https://www.elegancebarbados.com

or

https://silvermoonbarbados.com

or

https://calypsocruisesbarbados.com

 

Note to self… Check out start times of each operator to fit one’s docking times.

 

If seeking a land tour then select from offerings with 

https://www.beautifulbarbadostoursandexcursions.com

 

If you like beaches, this is the island to go to.   IMO the most beautiful and cleanest and easily reached from the port

1 hour ago, cruzsnooze said:

That's assuming you want to keep the suggested gratuity at their exorbitant daily rate. I prefer to reduce them to a more realistic amount. If you are at a Platinum or higher level the wifi rate is discounted 50% and you can share one devise. 

Wow

Don’t forget Princess plus also covers your gratuities.  Between that and the Wi-Fi you only need about 3 wines to make it worthwhile

There are multiple excursions but we chose to just wander around.   Also enjoyed a couple of buffalo milk cocktails while enjoying the view

Have you considered a day pass to a hotel?  You can find many on line for day pass  I also look for those that include shuttle to airport 

Has anyone been here ?   Looks like it’s close to the port.  Believe there is a public area  so you don’t need to go through the resort

I had to call to make reservations for MDR.  I was not able to make them with the app

On 1/24/2024 at 12:09 PM, JackHH said:

Hello, everyone. I am new here. I want to go on a cruise with my wife, but it's our first time and we don't know anything about it. I'll just say that we want to sail in the ocean and have a casino on board. I would be grateful for any recommendations.

I think first thing is to decide where and when you want to go.  Do you want a larger ship with all the bells and whistles or smaller and usually older one.  Do you want to sail Princess or looking at other lines.  FYI almost all ships have casinos ( not on Disney) and are open on sea days and after leaving port.   If you could be more specific , we may be able to help

Has anyone recently been to Passions on the Beach for dinner?   We are in port till 10 pm so thought I’d try it

Just read on site.  DH status confirmed but not showing on new reservation so have never used.  I did wonder how they would separate the obc

Can not use your veterans benefit OBC in the casino

You don’t have to dress formally for 360.  Dress as you would for the dining room

Can not find where to print luggage tags on the new app

Zoo is huge but I found the signage to be poor.   We seemed to walk in circles.   Saw some of the exhibits a few times but missed some. lol.  The map was also quite confusing    Was told (after) I should have downloaded on my phone

I had port changes from east Caribbean to western Caribbean and informed when we got to cruise terminal.   It was weather related.  Just go with the flow.  

Just now, Rick&Jeannie said:

But are they discounted as with AARP?

 No. Face value.  

Did you know you can buy Princess gift cards on Amazon?

Or go to guest services and they will add to your account