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We have found that if we wait too long to prebook excursions and they sell out they usually do not open up again after we get on board. I think its a safe bet to book your train trip independently as everyone is on the same train. Only down side to booking independently is if they don't get you back to the ship before they leave port you are on your own The ship will not wait. With that said we have done both and have been ok.

As you are aware there are a lot of great posters here and a lot of good information. Im sure you also know you have to come aboard with a thick skin. Don't take things personally and do enjoy Cruise Critic. Bon Voyage

Sorry but not worth the stress.

I don't think the Diamond Princess has a concierge lounge. Do they? Thought just the newer ships

Sailed S. America over Xmas and New Years and both holiday evenings were pretty dressy .

Only hope everyone wears white and gold. You and your dress will stand out like a shining star. The envy of everyone at dinner. 😊 You better take it with you.

Considerling that Carnaval is about $27 billion in debt. Im happy the cruiseline is still in business.

Take your blanket and pillows and if you can pull your mattress down to guest services and sleep there for a few nights. I think it might light a fire. And yes we did read on CC that someone did that very thing.

Has anyone done any grocery shopping lately? ALL food prices have gone up all over the board. Unless something changes I do expect to see more increases. We will keep cruising till we can't any longer.

Probably a 20 minute drive. For the young and young at heart. Not like it use to be.

Worst case if you get there just walk a half a block and go into the Valencia Mall to do some shopping. Also you are surrounded by many restaurants. Thats about it.

I think it might be the Grand Princess.

The other bag will show up. Hey you got an Ocean View cabin. Hope it's in a good location. Enjoy

Best themed buffet we had was on a transatlantic to Europe. Indian themed and it was the best. I think it was better then our at home Indian Restaurant.

The Grand does have a designated library but like most Princess ships its very limited. Not like in the past. I think most people stop by just to see what others have donated to the Library. If you have a few good paperback or hard back you would like to leave for others please do so,

Also depends if you are flying or not. Waiting till the last minute might only get you higher airline flights. There are good deals to be had if you wait as long as you don't mind where your cabin is located.

Cant wait. Lookng forward to sailing on her.

Time to get rid of it or frame it with your old cruise cards

For some of us who are, lets say, over the hill the lights are helpful. Having to get up a few times a night they keep me from falling all over myself. Yes can be annoying but I don't want to think about the alternative.

Is this including everything? Port charges, taxes?

Problem I have with the Guarantee's now is most if not all are non refundable deposit..

We like the midship dining rooms. Takes less time to walk to the shows after diner. They are all nice.

Your taking your chances on cabins on deck 5. It has been noted before that the area under deck 5 is a crew work area. Has been reported on many ships that work starts early and some have been kept up due to the early morning noise.

Just check the opening days and hours. We use Enterprise all the time but I believe they are closed on Sundays.

Sounds like just a reminder of things you want to do. As far as I know there are no show reservations. Only reserved seats I have heard of are for Suite guests Just show up at least a half hour early to pick your seats.