suekel

Just now, arizonaperson said:

Do you have a balcony cabin? Is there a sticker on your balcony slider that says do not leave door open? 

No unfortunately I'm in a inside 

I'm on the Dolphin deck right now and the air is great. 

Just now, Buckeye10640 said:

Room Service issues are not limited to this ship for sure. Last month we ordered room service for a late lunch. After 2 hours of  waiting, we went to Alfredos for pizza. While waiting for our pizza,  our room service items ordered 2+ hoursr earlier were delivered....to our table at Alfredos! The staff member handling delivery apologized, as he could see the order was placed almost 2.5 hrs earlier.  They sent us chocolate covered strawberries later that day along with an apology note. 

I was in the Sapphire for 18 days in March/April.  It was the fastest that I've ever experienced.  There are a lot of kids on this cruise and I know that has an impact. 

15 hours ago, suekel said:

I do have to say the room service is terrible.  Last night I ordered a glass of wine. They called 45 minutes later to tell me they didn't have what I ordered.  Today I needed a snack.  I ordered a quesadilla. They called to tell me it would be an hour. I asked why,  wondering if they were short staffed or what is the issue. He apologized and said it would be right up.  We'll see.  Other than that everything is fine. 

Update. I got my quesadilla. 5 minutes later another one showed up.  Later I went to dinner at Sabatinis which was excellent.  Hit up a bar after then went back to my room.  There was a third quesadilla on my desk.  I ordered a glass of wine,  they called me and said they didn't have it.  This was a different wine than the night before. I asked what they had and she said canyon road. I asked what they had that was included in the premier package,  she said none.  I asked them why did I pay more if they can't provide what I paid for? I canceled and contacted guest services who escalated to the room service manager. It's a small thing but it'll be interesting to see what happens. 

I do have to say the room service is terrible.  Last night I ordered a glass of wine. They called 45 minutes later to tell me they didn't have what I ordered.  Today I needed a snack.  I ordered a quesadilla. They called to tell me it would be an hour. I asked why,  wondering if they were short staffed or what is the issue. He apologized and said it would be right up.  We'll see.  Other than that everything is fine. 

So far so good.  Sitting at a bar stool at Crooners by 10:58, bartenders and servers are great.  Lunch in the MDR  was the usual stuff and pretty quick. Had my luggage by 2. Met my steward,  got an ice bucket,  a welcome glass of champagne.  Got chocolates from the casino. Just a minute ago the hotel manager checked in at my door to make sure everything was good.  AC works, toilet flushes... just about time to go to the VIP cocktail party. Then I'll check out the elite lounge since I'll probably skip dinner. Ship is crowded but I expected that.  

I'm boarding her today.  I'll let you know. 

I stopped in Canada a few times last year.  Prince Rupert, New Brunswick and Halifax.  For all of them, we just walked in without showing anything to anyone.  ArriveCan was still in effect for Prince Rupert so we just filled that out on the app but no need anymore.  

It's been an issue for weeks.  My stepson and Father-In-Law were on in April and it was an issue then.  There are people complaining about it on Twitter.  If they could fix it, they would have by now.  I'm getting on on Saturday and not looking forward to sleeping in a hot cabin.  

As far as I can tell, dinner reservations can only be made for groups of 8. We have a large group going so we booked 2 tables, will talk to the head waiter once we board to get them next to each other.  

3 hours ago, Shippy said:

To book with a casino discount....You NEED to book through the casino department !

Not true.  My TA gets me the casino discount.  And of recently, if you have a fully comped cruise you can now book online.  

My youngest step-son and Father-in-Law were on last month and had a fantastic time.  

I have stayed in them twice with them being booked 2 more times.  Doors are not locked and I have used them every day but once while at sea.  

2 hours ago, larrybritt said:

We are going on our first Alaska cruise in July. We have done several from Florida and we live on east coast and drive to the port. So in the past we could bring a few extra things. We have always travelled with a fan as the noise is something we have gotten used to and we bring a travel fan, not too big but not tiny either. One time we did see someone bring on a full box fan. We have also typically all brought our own pillows and sometimes even a light blanket.

 

I know none of these are needed, but obviously we are flying to Alaska and are going to still try to at least bring the fan. Pillows and blanket may not make it. Does anyone else travel with a fan? The noise really does help us sleep. 

 

Any other oddities that people have brought with them? Just curious as I'm sure we are not the only ones that like their fan and pillows, LOL

And I do know that Princess has for the most part comfortable beds and pillows, just creatures of habit I guess.

I have an app on my phone that makes fan sounds.  

It's listed on my journey view for the CB on June 10.  

9 hours ago, c-leg5 said:

That would depend in which islands you are visiting and more importantly which way the coasts of the beaches you want to go to face.

Mostly concerned with Roatan. Beach is on the north end of the island. 

Anyone who has sailed the last couple weeks in the Caribbean...Are you seeing any effects of the Sargassum that is working it's way across the Atlantic?  I'll be on the CB in a couple of weeks and have some beach days planned and curious what it is like.  I have asked in the specific port boards but not having any luck. 

2 hours ago, kywildcatfanone said:

Yep, after sailing a few ships between 50 and 65% capacity, I hate sailing on ships now full.  

We sailed on the CB their first january back.  There was 847 on board.  

On 5/28/2023 at 11:56 AM, Guest 2000 said:

 

It may depend on what part of the island.. this is a webcam on West Bay Beach. West End would look that same.  Camp Bay is more exposed to the north wind so.. I am not sure about it. 

 

https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/honduras/bay-islands/roatan/west-bay.html

thanks

Is Roatan experiencing any of the massive amounts of seaweed?  

Just now, canadarocks said:

Nice. Did they bring you that in addition to the Quiche?

yes

11 minutes ago, canadarocks said:

Has anyone subbed out the smoked salmon in the Ultimate Balcony Breakfast for something else? If so, what?

I subbed out for French toast

3 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said:

For 2025?  We are on the Sky November TA for 2024.

Yes 2025. 2024 we're doing Barcelona to Southampton then spending a week in London.  Then we're going to Hawaii for 2 weeks in November. We're doing a Celebrity TA this November.  Working hard to maintain my status with Delta. 

Don't tell my husband but I booked us on the Sky TA in November.  10 sea days.  It'll be heaven.  I'll inform him at a later date.  

I'm going in 2 weeks on the CB and expect it to be packed.  I have no plans to get off the ship as I've been to these ports many times.  On port days I plan to have breakfast in my cabin, go to the fitness center and be at the pool late morning. I like to get up early also.  I don't know if I'll go to the MDR, if I do it'll be later.  I'm debating what time to get to the ship as I really really like the shrimp avocado salad that is only served that day.  Since it's a VIP casino cruise and I have a lot of OBC, I imagine I'll be in the casino on sea days.  I'm cruising solo for the first time so I'm looking forward to doing what I want to do when I want to do it.