styme123 Posted April 15, 2018 #1 Share Posted April 15, 2018 I'm looking at 2 different itineraries on Princess Crown. One leaves SH and has a Dublin overnight but you lose Kirkwall or Liverpool as a port. The other option is SH with Kirkwall and one night in Dublin. Wondering if the overnight it Dublin is worth sacrificing another port? There are more sites in Dublin that I think I'd be interested in but I haven't been to any of the ports so I can't really say. On another note if I did the Dublin overnight date July 12, I would have to fly in and go to the plane on the same day. Probably landing around 8-9:00am for 5:00 depart. I'm not sure if that should be a deal breaker. Any opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted April 15, 2018 #2 Share Posted April 15, 2018 I assume you mean fly in and go to the ship on the same day? If so, that is never a good idea as it is risky and may mean you miss the sailing. I also would prefer one night in Dublin and one night in Kirkwall as you have never been to either before. I really like Orkney, having called there four times now and found plenty to see and do. Neolithic remains and stone circles, the Italian chapel, the cathedral, distillery tour, etc. It is a beautiful place too and I always enjoy the Scottish pipe band which plays on the quayside at sail away. That’s my opinion anyway! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styme123 Posted April 16, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted April 16, 2018 I assume you mean fly in and go to the ship on the same day? If so, that is never a good idea as it is risky and may mean you miss the sailing. I also would prefer one night in Dublin and one night in Kirkwall as you have never been to either before. I really like Orkney, having called there four times now and found plenty to see and do. Neolithic remains and stone circles, the Italian chapel, the cathedral, distillery tour, etc. It is a beautiful place too and I always enjoy the Scottish pipe band which plays on the quayside at sail away. That’s my opinion anyway! Sent from my iPad using Forums Thank you for the reply:) Since you have been to Orkney what would say was your favorite site or a must see? I haven't started doing the port research yet, just trying to make a decision about picking a date to cruise. That's the biggest hurdle for me ;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted April 16, 2018 #4 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Thank you for the reply:) Since you have been to Orkney what would say was your favorite site or a must see? I haven't started doing the port research yet, just trying to make a decision about picking a date to cruise. That's the biggest hurdle for me ;p I suppose the best place was Skara Brae https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/skara-brae/ the Neolithic village followed on the same tour by the stone circles, which unlike Stonehenge, you can actually get up close to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matamanoa Posted April 17, 2018 #5 Share Posted April 17, 2018 For our June 2017 cruise we had Kirkwall on our itinerary and it was a very interesting place to visit. The landscape is like no other and we took a private tour with See Orkney tours along with 6 others who we met on our roll call. Our guide, Lorna, was excellent and took pride in showing us around her island. At that time the price for each of us was 60 pounds and well worth every penny. FYI - take warm clothing if you go there. Barb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styme123 Posted April 17, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted April 17, 2018 For our June 2017 cruise we had Kirkwall on our itinerary and it was a very interesting place to visit. The landscape is like no other and we took a private tour with See Orkney tours along with 6 others who we met on our roll call. Our guide, Lorna, was excellent and took pride in showing us around her island. At that time the price for each of us was 60 pounds and well worth every penny. FYI - take warm clothing if you go there. Barb Thank you for the reply, it sounds interesting:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sj-cruiser Posted June 8, 2018 #7 Share Posted June 8, 2018 I would choose Kirkwall and Dublin rather than just Dublin. Lots of interesting places around Kirkwall. We were there last week. Be sure to make plans before you get there. The taxis were all booked when we got there and we only got a taxi by dumb luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styme123 Posted June 8, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted June 8, 2018 I would choose Kirkwall and Dublin rather than just Dublin. Lots of interesting places around Kirkwall. We were there last week. Be sure to make plans before you get there. The taxis were all booked when we got there and we only got a taxi by dumb luck. What did see while you were there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonTowner Posted June 8, 2018 #9 Share Posted June 8, 2018 We went to Kirkwall and did a private tour with Wild about Orkney. It was interesting and OH is interested in WWII history. I think our enjoyment was partly marred by the atrocious weather, but have no desire to return. On the other hand, Dublin and Ireland are fantastic with very warm, helpful people. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sj-cruiser Posted June 9, 2018 #10 Share Posted June 9, 2018 While in Kirkwall we went to a place near Birsay to try to see Puffins, and also saw: Skara Brae Ring of Brodgar Standing Stones of Stenness Cuween Hill Chambered Cairn Highland Park Distillery Our driver/guide also took us to a friend's farm to see their two cool "sheep" pigs. They are fuzzy pigs that were very cute and friendly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted June 9, 2018 #11 Share Posted June 9, 2018 (edited) Orkney is one of the most fascinating places I have ever visited. We did a VIP tour with Orkney Aspects that we booked a year in advance. I no longer see their website so they may no longer be in business. This is my cruise review https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2513223 Edited June 9, 2018 by Alaskanb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styme123 Posted June 10, 2018 Author #12 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Thank you for the replies. Definitely things to look into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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