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Not a good idea. Last time I travelled from SP to LAX back to YVR. We arrived at the airport at 10:30. We weee the first to walk off and a cab. The port had a few ships in at the same time at SP also.

We had pre clearance at LAX, and barely made it for a 11:30 flight. Not worth the stress.

Too many factors you aren't in control of. CBP delays due to additional ships, freeway closures, LAX congestion

Thank you again for your suggestions. Looks like a lot of choices, I like the Times Square area for the experience.

Autocorrect gives us so many giggles.:')

Yes it does, but it is kind of dismembering you from your cruise isn't it? :p

sounds interesting at best.

I know they give an entry to each person that wins a tournament on a regular cruise and that if you wanted to enter onboard the entry fee is $500 or so onboard.

They comped me the cruise and entry, but haven't seen any talk on it this year.

Thank you all for the responses

from what I found so far the prices from all 3 airports are +/- $5 pp, so that is not an issue.

I am looking for more convenience on where to stay during a few day visit, and somewhere not too far from the Brooklyn cruise terminal.

Princess $75,000 slot tournament on Regal Oct 26, 2017

anyone do one of these tournament cruises?

Just trying to decide which NY airport to arrive at. LGA or JFK?

we are arriving a few days early, and looking for the airport that would be better and closer to places of interest as this will be out first time in NY and want to check out the sites.

I hear that LGA has some construction happing at the time also.

Also looking at my flights going home, found a flight that leaves at 11:30 at MIA on dismemberment day. I know the commute time is longer than FLL and since this flight is basically a local flight (customs in Canada), and we are both Nexus members (security fast tracked) I don't see that being an issue making it if we do the self walk off and cabbing it.

any opinions would be appreciated.

there are conditions that are REQUIRED

the cruise you want to collect the cash with needs to be booked within 30 days of the cruise

the letter MUST be present and given to the cashier for the cash

no copies or pictures

Planes that WAIT for passangers are usually mated, or connedtion flight passengers. They are not for people that are getting on the fight at the start of their journey.

they have no obligation to wait for you, but if the previous flight in the connection is late, they will wait, or rebook you at their costs

Not too early at all

if your flight is for the next day

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Has anyone purchased OBC or Casino credits lately? and if they did, what is the current exchange rate?

Just found out a few more interesting facts on this latest offer in a direct mailing from the Prestige Players department. I was told this is who the OPC answers to.

There actually have 4 mini-suites that haven't been claimed yet. Offers were sent out to 30 members, the number of rooms available were only 20. They are awaiting the deadline and will offer the mini's to the next few people on their call up list.

It will be interesting having a car service pick you up instead of just regular bus/van transfers that would make you wait an hour to fill it before it leaves for the port.

The drinks are available SHIPWIDE, not just when playing, or when the casino is open. So basically the Ultimate Beverage Package is included. I know last time, the Hostess was authorizing some high end single malts well over the $10 limit.

The excursions were a choice of 3 that they picked that are listed in the excursions section, prices range from $89 - $189 for 2 people

Total cost in all $220 USD for taxes, $700 CAD in flights, plus tips and gratuities. Not including my casino budget.

The issue is with the machines, they have all or nothing for any accrued points. You cannot negotiate what points you get, and the slot attendants cannot control comps. I have yet to EVER see the casino Hostess/Host chat up slot players.

At the tables you chat up the put bosses and Host/hostesses, and you control what they see you do. even if you don't play a lot, just buy in for a bit, and play every second or third hand, the table keeps track of the time you spend sitting there. Their system works out the percentage of hands you play per hour versus your bet they assume you make consistently.

The Host/Hostess and pit bosses have the ability to comp you anytime.

It doesn't take much money to make you look like a big spender, just the time associated at the tables. The machines track every cent you bet.

I actually talked to reservations, as I didn't like the open balconies on Dolphin, asked for something on Emerald (nothing available), they upgraded us to a suite. Maybe my luck on this cruise is just starting.

The weird thing is, Ocean Players Club has nothing to do with this promo, Prestige Players must be a new department.

I just noticed they actually booked it already . They had D308 reserved for me before I even called in.

Actually the key to getting decent comps is not just throwing lotsa money at them. The money is avoid the slots and machines, as you are designed. To lose on them.

Get to know the hostess, know the supervisors. Lower your bets when they are not looking, when they are raise them. The track you by the time you play on the tables, and have a formula to work out how many hands and bets you place.

I usually allocate $1000 for gambling per cruise, and rarely lose more than that. Most of the time you will break even, and sometimes take extra home.

That's part of the experience, they have comped me specialty dining and excursions all the time. Drinks are a given too

This offer should also include free drinks - not just while playing in the casino but all over the ship. The AIBP. That's what Carnival does and in reading the invite, there's no restrictive wording about the drinks so I think it's the full beverage package.

 

If they are following to the letter, you'll also get asked what complimentary drink you'd like in your cabin when boarding. ie bottle of your favorite spirit!

offer doesn't say you have to be playing like most casino offers, but in the small print it says you are responsible for costs.

I'll have to ask about that

The small print

Free Mini-Suite offer is applicable to new bookings only and must be made by 9/15/16. Offer has limited space and there is no guarantee of availability at time of booking.

If the category offered is sold out or not available on selected sailing, then the offer can be applied to the next available lower category.

Offer is not transferable and is only available to the Princess Casino member named on this communication, and whose Captain’s Circle member number is listed and who is a resident of the U.S. or Canada (offer not available to residents of Québec).

Except where noted above, member and guest are responsible for Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses, all travel expenses, additional shore excursions, fees, discretionary hotel and dining charges, meals in alternative dining venues, alcoholic beverages, boutique purchases and any other incidental costs or other expenses not specifically set forth herin.

Offer cannot be combined with any other Casino offer.

Bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis Must be 18 years of age or older to be eligible to participate in tournaments.

Must be 21 years of age or older to receive alcoholic beverages.

Princess Casino Member and guest must be eligible for passage on Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. ships.

Member and guest must have all necessary identification and/or cruise documents (including, but not limited to, a valid passport or other required documents) for cruise boarding and travel to all destinations.

Please ask your Princess Cruises booking representative regarding the additional fares for third/fourth berthing.

Visit princess.com for terms, conditions, and definitions that apply to all bookings.

I notice that Princess has a new prestige players line, got an interesting offer today

Latest Casino Offer?!

XXXXX, you're not just one of our top casino players… you’re a Princess Prestige Player. And as a token of our appreciation, we've created a unique experience for you on

Ruby Princess®' 7-day Mexican Riviera cruise that sails from Los Angeles

on November 12, 2016.

Enjoy gaming at its very best as well as amenities reserved for high-end casino guests.

Exclusive amenities:

•express VIP check-in

•complimentary parking at the port or private car service to and from the airport

•sundown cocktail party

•a complimentary shore excursion

•complimentary drinks*

•plus a free Mini-Suite!

This great offer isn't just for a limited time; it's also only for a select few.

Be one of the few to go beyond the VIP Experience. Contact the Princess Casino Host Team by September 15, 2016 to reserve your stateroom and these exclusive amenities!

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And they have a new prestige players department too

actually not too much, mostly table games. got to know the dealers and pit bosses well though. Hostess offered specialty dining all the time too.

wonder if the prestige players department is different from the Ocean Players Club

what I notice different in this offer than most casino offers;

•complimentary parking at the port or private car service to and from the airport

•a complimentary shore excursion

and of course;

•plus a free Mini-Suite!

Just called the new number, not the regular OPC

They told me it includes 1 companion

Only have to pay for taxes and port fees

Latest Casino Offer?!

XXXXX, you're not just one of our top casino players… you’re a Princess Prestige Player. And as a token of our appreciation, we've created a unique experience for you on

Ruby Princess®' 7-day Mexican Riviera cruise that sails from Los Angeles

on November 12, 2016.

Enjoy gaming at its very best as well as amenities reserved for high-end casino guests.

Exclusive amenities:

•express VIP check-in

•complimentary parking at the port or private car service to and from the airport

•sundown cocktail party

•a complimentary shore excursion

•complimentary drinks*

•plus a free Mini-Suite!

This great offer isn't just for a limited time; it's also only for a select few.

Be one of the few to go beyond the VIP Experience. Contact the Princess Casino Host Team by September 15, 2016 to reserve your stateroom and these exclusive amenities!

Anyone get this?

All ships have craps

Smoke free casino is on Formal Nights

You go through cbp at canada place, there when you get in the ship. To get off and back on land you need to deal with cbsa, then cbp back to the ship.

not a quick on/off process.

They can still track or "rate" your wagering by knowing your name or cabin #. Vegas casinos do this all the time. You can ask the pit boss to be rated before you sit down to play at the tables.

They keep track of what you buy in with, but at the same time, they have electronics on the table that track how long you sit there. Also you will notice the pit bosses always looking at a tablet, they are tracking you then, and making adjustments.