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You cannot dine in the Reserve Collection (RC) dining room if you are not in a Suite or RC Mini-suite. They can dine with you in the other MDR's.

The 50% off cruises are no longer available. Last week on the Enchanted, they had a few 20% and 30% off deals but the itineraries were not appealing. Now that ships are sailing at or near full capacity there is no need for the deep discounted fares.

Here is a link to the original thread on this topic...

Whenever I'm "required" to provide information that I'm not comfortable sharing, I make something up. 🤪

When you board the ship.

December 15, 2023 9:30 AM EST Princess Cruises Appoints Captains for Star Princess FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises announced the two captains who will serve as masters of the line's second, sensational Sphere Class cruise ship, Star Princess, during an official keel laying ceremony in Monfalcone, Italy. Captain Gennaro Arma, who currently serves as the newbuild site lead for the construction of both Sun Princess and Star Princess, will be master of the 17th Princess ship when she debuts in summer 2025, bringing her into service from the shipyard. When Captain Arma is on leave, Commodore Nick Nash will take over the navigation and leadership of Star Princess. "It is my privilege to introduce and congratulate the masters of the stunning new Star Princess," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. "Captain Arma and Commodore Nash have remarkable histories with Princess, and will provide great experience and excellent leadership on our newest vessel." Commodore Nick Nash, a 33-year veteran of Princess Cruises, was promoted to the rank of commodore of the line's global fleet in 2020. He currently serves as captain of Enchanted Princess, having navigated the ship out of the Fincantieri shipyard for the first time. Commodore Nash first joined the company in 1989 and was promoted to staff captain in 1997. In 2002, he became captain and has been at the helm of many Princess vessels. Commodore Nash also has served as President of the Nautical Institute and after two years now serves on the council. He was awarded the United Kingdom's Merchant Navy Medal for meritorious service in 2018. He is a Chartered Master Mariner, a Fellow of The Nautical Institute, The Royal Institute of Navigation, The Royal Geographical Society and a Younger Brother of Trinity House. Captain Gennaro Arma has always been passionate about the sea. He began his career with Princess Cruises in 1998 as a Cadet and moved up the ranks achieving his first command as Captain of Sea Princess in 2015, where he navigated the ship on two world cruises. He took the helm of Diamond Princess in 2018 and in 2020 and was honored with the recognition of Commander of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, the highest of the orders of the Italian Republic, and selected among the 20 most influential Italian characters of the year by Vanity Fair in December 2020. Arma has also received the title of Magister of Amalfi Civilization for the Byzantine New Year, the Emanuela Loi award for courage, and the Assarmatori prize from the Italian maritime association awarded by the Minister of Transportation. He most recently served as captain of Discovery Princess. He was born in Sorrento, Italy, where he lives with his wife Mariana and his son Diego. Star Princess makes her debut in August 2025, with cruises on sale now.

All of our future bookings have had no change in fares for quite awhile. 🤷‍♂️

December 14, 2023 3:34 PM EST Princess Unveils 2024 Wave Sale Offering Up to 40% Off Cruise Fares, Free Room Upgrades, Plus 3rd and 4th Guests Sail for FREE The 2024 Wave Sale On Sale Now FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises revealed offers on tap for the 2024 Wave Season, including savings of up to 40% off cruise fares, complimentary room upgrades, plus third and fourth guests' sail for free. The 2024 Wave Sale, available now, offers the following perks on select 2024, 2025 and 2026 sailings: Up to 40% off cruise fares on voyages all over the globe. Complimentary room upgrade offers between like-to-like stateroom types. For example, if booking the fare for the lowest priced mini-suite, the offer upgrades the location of the stateroom for free, based on availability. Third and fourth guests sail free when booked in the same stateroom as first and second guests. So, if a family of four is booking one stateroom, the third and fourth guests' sail free. "Right now, is the best time for guests to book the widest selection of Princess cruises to their choice of exciting worldwide destinations," said Terry Thornton, Chief Commercial Officer at Princess Cruises. "The great savings available with our exclusive 2024 Princess Wave Sale, makes this the perfect time for guests to choose the Princess cruise and accommodations with the premium vacation experience unlike any other. For those dreaming of making the greatest vacation memories on sun-drenched beaches with crystal clear water in the Caribbean, Mexico or Hawaii, visiting ancient ruins in the Mediterranean, exploring castles in the British Isles, witnessing the topaz blue beauty of the glaciers in Alaska, or exploring exquisite temples in Japan, the 2024 Wave Sale has global destinations covered with the best fares of the year. Examples include: 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers (Southbound) on Sapphire Princess (May 18, 2024), starting at $399 7-day Norwegian Fjords on Sky Princess (July 13, 2024), starting at $699 7-day Western Caribbean with Mexico on Regal Princess (Oct. 27, 2024), starting at $399 7-day Canada & New England on Enchanted Princess (Sep. 7, 2024), starting at $529 7-day Mexican Riviera on Discovery Princess (Nov. 30, 2024) starting at $399 16-day Hawaiian Islands on Ruby Princess (Jan. 3, 2025) starting at $899 Plus, those booking a 2024 Wave Sale cruise vacation can opt for the ultimate in savings by adding inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier which add popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, crew gratuities and more at an even greater savings of up 65% when the inclusive package amenities are purchased separately. The 2024 Wave Sale runs from 12 am PT on December 13, 2023 through 11:59 pm PT on February 29, 2024. It's available to residents of all 50 United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bermuda and the District of Columbia. More details and exclusions can be found at www.princess.com/sale.

We had the same conversation with a couple last week on the Enchanted. We had a FANTASTIC cruise! 🤷‍♂️

We just disembarked from the Enchanted and the above is still the case.

@Kmkub FWIW, We received our surveys before we were off the ship.

FWIW, we stopped flying out of Ft Lauderdale years ago. We only fly out of Miami. So many more non-stop flights to the west coast and it's only 20 minutes away from the port. Hope your flight works out today!

We are actually just getting ready to land at LAX. And yes, we miss not being on a ship!!! 😪 Enjoy your cruise!

It is actually $39 pp and now with the 18% added to that, total is $43 pp.

Today's close, Carnival stock has not been this high in quite some time.

Our assigned meet time was at 8:20 and we had to collect our luggage in the terminal. The delay was definitely because the ship was entering the U.S. for the first time since spending the season in Europe. We have experienced this several times in the past on TA's. The entire crew had to go thru a passport/visa inspection in the terminal. They had 3 lanes dedicated for the crew.

Carnival Corporation December 8, 2023 11:30 AM EST Love by Britto - First Artistically Inspired Dining Experience Celebrating "Love" - Debuting on Sun Princess Renowned Artist Romero Britto Joins Princess in Celebrating Love and Happiness through an Unforgettable Dining Experience Exceptional Menu Created by Chef Rudi Sodamin Complements Sensational Art and Breathtaking Views New Apex Specialty Dining Experience from Princess Cruises Headlines Exciting Restaurant and Lounge Offerings on Newest Ship from the Love Boat MIAMI, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Princess Cruises today announced it is joining with Romero Britto, the world-renowned artist known for his bold, colorful, and joyful style, and a global advocate for happiness, to create Love by Britto, an artistic-inspired dining experience celebrating the essence of "Love" aboard Sun Princess. (PRNewsfoto/Princess Cruises) Located on deck 17 at the aft of the spectacular new ship, Love by Britto is a groundbreaking addition to the Sun Princess experience portfolio. The new dining experience serves as an exquisite showcase of the artist's iconic and joyful designs against the backdrop of a boutique restaurant venue designed to immerse couples in a world of vivid colors, bold patterns, and heartfelt emotions, and create an ambiance of extraordinary service immersion. Love and art converge with taste in an immersive culinary journey, showcasing a meticulously curated menu by culinary virtuoso Rudi Sodamin. With Sodamin's ingenious touch, Love by Britto transcends into a multisensory exploration, offering extraordinary dishes that embody profound passion, exquisite flavor, and boundless creativity. "Love by Britto on the Sun Princess celebrates the universal language of love, expressed through Britto's vibrant art and design and promises to be uplifting and transformative for our guests," said John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises. "With a perfect blend of art, beauty, and soul, Love by Britto is destined to leave a lasting impression." Set to debut when the newest ship from The Love Boat launches in early 2024, all elements of the innovative new concept - the setting, the artwork, the menu – have been uniquely designed to create an unparalleled dining destination. Love by Britto is a testament to Princess Cruises' unwavering commitment to creating exceptional experiences that transcend the ordinary. "With Love by Britto, we've created a one-of-a-kind experience that showcases the harmony between food, art, and the universal language of love, to create an experience that's meant to be savored," said Britto. "On the amazing Sun Princess, we're going to celebrate love for life every evening by pairing an incredibly unique vibe along with exceptional cuisine to create a setting for everyone to indulge their senses and emotions." "Considered the most licensed artist in history, Britto is the founder of the Happy Art Movement and has created an iconic visual language of happiness, fun, love, and hope all its own inspiring millions worldwide," added Lucas Vidal, CEO of the BRITTO brand and organization. Brazilian-born and Miami-made, Britto's work has been exhibited in the most prestigious galleries and museums in over 120 countries, including the Carrousel Du Louvre and he was the first living visual artist to present his work at the Soumaya Museum. He also has created innumerous public and private art installations, not to mention the largest in the history of London's Hyde Park. He did the opening of the Super Bowl XLI in collaboration with the Cirque Du Soleil, was the official artist for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, ambassador to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, honorary torch bearer and ambassador for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Love by Britto will feature a seven-course, prix fixe menu ($149 per person) beginning with a flute of Champagne upon arrival and features luxury ingredients including lobster, caviar and truffles, and dessert options that always include chocolate fondue. Specifically featured across the seven-course meal are dishes highlighted by delectable and intoxicating aphrodisiacs, like Oysters with Champagne Pearls or Grilled Fig with Prosciutto and Roquefort as featured starters, followed by savory soups like Asparagus and Watermelon Cocktail with Vodka. Also on the menu are savory salad options that feature quail eggs, pomegranate and avocado. Fish dishes like Lobster Thermidor with Clams and Wild Rice, and Honey-Basted Wild Salmon. Meats like Wagyu Chateaubriand Rossini and Roast Quail Farci with Truffles. Champagne flavored sorbet with Rose Petals to cleanse the palate. And heavenly dessert options in addition to chocolate fondue that range from Iced Soufflé Tahiti Vanilla and White Valrhona Chocolate with Hot Raspberries, to Hot Chocolate Soufflé with Hot Bing Cherries. "Food is the international language of love," said Rudi Sodamin, head of culinary arts for Princess Cruises. "It could not be more perfect for Princess, home of The Love Boat!" Love by Britto headlines a delectable assortment of expanded restaurant options aboard the highly anticipated Sun Princess, the next generation ship from Princess. Other new selections among the 30 exciting bars and restaurant found onboard include a Princess first Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant, an authentic Irish Pub, a new area to dedicated to casual eats, a completely revamped approach to World Fresh Marketplace, and two exciting pop-up concepts from celebrity chefs Dario Cecchini, and Sodamin, along with Princess favorites like Crown Grill, Sabatini's, Kai Sushi and Alfredo's Pizzeria. The new ship places a premium on fresh cuisine and craft cocktails while offering spectacular views, from casual al fresco bistros and a fresh daily marketplace, to a lively pub, Asian-inspired sushi and teppanyaki, signature specialty restaurants and more. "We've been inspired to design restaurants and lounges that reflect the stunning views, ocean vistas and sunshiny days that will be experienced across Sun Princess," added Padgett. "New and favorite venues will serve up vibrant flavors, pour perfectly satisfying cocktails and offer the most amazing settings for our guests to share

Getting off the ship was a bit of a cluster. We finally made it curbside by 10 am. Well folks that's it for us. Thank you for following along. Until the next journey. ¡Adiós!

We are still onboard waiting to disembark. Things seem to be going smoothly. 🤷‍♂️

Good morning Ft Lauderdale!

It was a pleasure, safe travels home! 🙂

FWIW, we have cruised lots during school holidays with our 9 yr old granddaughter (she will be Elite on her next cruise) and you usually do not see many kids in the specialty restaurants. 🤷‍♂️ Enjoy your vacation! 🙂

It really depends on your itinerary. On Caribbean cruises, you have to race up there on embarkation day to book your space. That is usually the situation on cruises that are in warm weather. On Med and TA's, it is not as busy.

Our last day in the Sanctuary! The rain clouds are no longer around, but it is quite windy. We will enjoy it while we can and then it will be time to pack. 😪😪😪

I just read your comments to Debbie. She says her motto is "Bring it All!" 🤣