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1 minute ago, TxTeach79 said:

I’ve definitely seen Sprite

Thank you. Just trying to find something she will be happy with. Hoping it was 7up.

9 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

so believe it or not DP is actually on option in some bars. I’ve heard they carry it on Galveston sailings. As for coke, they’ve got everything you’d expect except Coke Zero 

Thanks sailing out of Ft Laurdale so not sure DP will be at the bars. Do you know is it Sprite or 7 up?

@TxTeach79 Can you please tell me what Coke products they have please. My sister is a Dr Pepper fan. I know that they don't have DP on board but hoping there is something she like.

All caught up. Looks like another amazing cruise. Thanks for taking us along.

13 minutes ago, Coxswain49 said:

We sailed with him Dover to Sydney when he as both the Cruise and Entertainment Director.  Big shoes to fill doing two jobs but always had a smile on his face and full of enthusiasm.  Didn't see him much about the ship, except at the theater and events, but then he had a lot of admin to do.

Thank you. In his videos he looked like he was having fun. 

Do you think that  the  will be ready Feb 8th?

Any one sailed with Aaron Hawkins as a CD? What are your thoughts on him? Can't find much.

ST Thomas I loved Megans Bay, Nice beach low to no waves perfect for just hanging out in the water.

Are they going to mail you the rug? How long did they   say it would take to get to you? Also did you feel safe in Turkey?

All caught up. Looks like you are having a great time.

1 hour ago, NavyVeteran said:

Good comments. I have a couple of observations to add. I have traveled with my sister-in-law, who is gluten-free but not celiac (so a little cross-contamination is not a problem for her).

I don't think it is that important to get the same wait staff each evening, because you are ordering from the Restaurant Manager (aka Head Waiter). I do believe it is easier if you eat in the same MDR so you are dealing with the same Restaurant Manager each day.

In the buffet, cross-contamination can definitely be a problem. If you are sensitive enough that it could be a problem for you, ask the chef to serve your plate from the kitchen. Even if things are not contaminated when placed on the buffet, passengers may switch serving utensils from one dish to another.

Good things to remember 

48 minutes ago, calvin31 said:

Agree with all of this. My wife is celiac and has had nothing but positive experiences dining on Princess. Be sure they put their gluten allergy in the OceanNow app ahead of time too. 

Thank you

17 minutes ago, beg3yrs said:

Princess is excellent at serving passengers who require no gluten. There have been threads about this if you do a search.

 

DW has celiac so we know. Use the Cruise Personalizer to let Princess know in advance about the dietary restriction.

 

For the MDR, we find it's best to reserve the same table every night so we can have the same staff who will become familiar with dietary needs. The people at the desk will make exceptions for those with medical needs and take care of you. Go there as soon as you can during embarkation and make your needs be known.

 

Each night one of the Restaurant Managers (used to be call Head Waiters) will come by with the next day's menus. Your partner can choose meals in advance and the RM will arrange for the choice to me made gluten-free if possible, and usually it is. It works great! Even French Onion Soup will be made with a piece of gluten-free bread.

 

For the buffet, often items are labelled as gluten-free but not always. Ask for the Chef de Partie (or something like that) and he or she will take you through the buffet and let you know what you can and can't have. Always look carefully though. For instance, the bacon at breakfast sits on a layer of bread to soak up the drippings. Cross-contamination is a problem there. However, you can ask and they have bacon "down below" that hasn't been contaminated. By asking, problem solved!

 

You can often even partake of the Chef's Table and the specialty restaurants by asking in advance.

 

The Lido Deck grill's fries are done in a dedicated fryer - there's no cross-contamination issues so DW gets her fill of fries when cruising. They will clean the grill for you if you let them know so there's not cross-contamination from toasting regular buns. Sometimes gluten-free buns are available too. Gluten-free pizza is also available both on deck and at Alfredo's. Just ask!

Thank you so much. Its  really nice to know that they go out of their way. My friend will be happy.

I'm sailing with a friend in Feb 2024. She has done a few cruises before but not since she has been gluten free. Can you tell me  your experience in the buffet and MDR. I have done many cruises but never paid much attention to the menus for gluten free.

Thanks for your help.

Going to fallow along. Especially interested in Santorini and Turkey. 

Can you tell me what your thoughts are on The CD Leon please. Also if you are willing ask him what his favorite treat  is. Would really appreciate it.

Miami so so much easier to fly in and out of. 

11 hours ago, PrincessArlena'sDad said:

Funny you should ask!  It won't be until next summer, but we were just tossing around some ideas today.  

Next Summer. We have to wait that long? Guess I will just have to go  back and re reread your last few live reports.

So sad it is over. When is your next cruise. I will be looking forward to the live report.

So glad your pup is going to be ok. I would have done the same thing for my pup.

So this is not on the Sky yet. Congrats on the call.

Sounds like the rest of your trip went well. Glad everyone had a good time.

Glad everything   worked out and you were not left behind

What a fun day. 

Good night have a great day tomorrow