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Nah - not an inkling of trafficking to justify this. Pure racial stereotyping and discrimination.

Doesn't justify it in this situation as all the papers were in order. Seems entirely based on race with no inkling of trafficking.

I had the same thing happen to me on Princess when we had to present our passports to the Irish custom authorities. My daughter is Asian (I'm not) and they asked me to step aside and privately questioned me about whether my daughter was actually mine. They actually asked my daughter if I was her mother. She was 6 at the time. She and I live at the same residence and share the same last name. I had my adoption docs with me and showed them to the individual. I understand the sex trafficking issue, but I felt this was completely based on race. Given I'm white and my daughter isn't. I didn't make any "waves," but I felt singled out and uncomfortable that they asked my kid if I was her mom. Other passengers had kids, and I didn't see anyone else have to endure that type of scrutiny as they all were the same race, etc.

I guess the cat's "out of the bag" so to speak....

Yes. Jump on it if it's only $180 in total.

And it appears you're blaming the cruise line? It was your nephew's fault.

Just came on to say that I love the title of your post. I feel that way every - single - day. Hope you can book a great fare.

Thank you for your well-balanced review. I've stayed in one of the great window view cabins in front on the Sun deck (Sky Princess) and we loved it. Never heard any banging, etc. but the seas weren't rough. I, too, have gotten sick on the last days or right after a cruise (several different cruise lines). I thought I was the only one cursed with this. I guess I'm not. Hope you feel better and Merry Christmas!

If the additional money spent and the hassle of recouping it is more than the loss, don't do it.

Tipping was a "thing" long before the Civil War. As such, it did not come about as a result of the 13th or 15th Amendment. Southern Democrat business owners (e.g. restaurants, railroads, etc.) took advantage of it to pay - mostly black - workers a low wage and reap greater profits for themselves. Southern Democrat politicians attempted to ban tipping in several southern states because they felt whites shouldn't have to "lower" themselves to tip blacks. Those laws were either deemed unconstitutional or overturned for other reasons. The ability to tip was then codified into federal law in the 1930s (I believe) and allowed. I tip to reward great service. If I were to stop tipping now, it would be hurting the very people who need it the most. It's fine to lobby the cruise lines, etc. to do away with tipping (increasing fares) and just pay their people more. But how do we know any increase in wage (with no tip) will be greater than what they have now (lower wage with generous tipping). I guess it's up to cruise employees to make their opinions known.

Tip if you desire. Don't if you want. It's all up to you. That's the beauty of "discretionary."

yes. enjoy.

So sorry you've encountered ignorant, indelicate people. One of the problems is so many people abuse the service dog situation that a lot people are callous to it.

Walking 4 minute miles??????? HAHAHAHA. You'd win a gold medal!!!!!

I had one of the large window cabins up front on the Sun deck. Absolutely my favorite cabin of all time and sooooo quiet. However, it's a longer walk to most things. If your mom has mobility issues at all, I would pick a cabin closer to mid ship.

Always deadbolt your door!

I know it's a small amount, but I would dispute the $11 on my credit card. You are able to dispute an amount smaller that the total charged to your card. I did that with Princess once and Princess couldn't substantiate the incorrect change and the credit card company credited me for the amount. After that headache, I always check my onboard totals every day.

Looking for to your cruise post. Love the Sky. Beautiful ship!

The kid will have the non-alcoholic drink version of what you buy for yourself and will be charged for that version.

Be sure to review the itinerary before booking to determine whether it has one or more "tendering" ports. If so, it may be difficult or impossible for you to board the tender unless you're able to walk without assistance, etc.

If you have travel insurance that covers this reason, then you may be able to get some of your money back. If not, then it's down the drain - so to speak. Hope your dog recovers quickly as this illness can be serious for dogs.

Not initially. Insurance companies will subrogate. Insurance will pay the insured, negotiate with the other "party," and then subrogate the claim if unsuccessful.

Caribbean Princess - very nice ship.

Actually, a very nice ship - Caribbean Princess.

When one crosses the Atlantic this time of year, be prepared for rough seas and ship noises. This is the norm and should be expected.