chocoholic19

Should have been directed to CariBill. ;)

Ah, you had me totally confused, which I currently don't need any help with :p Two days until I leave for my pre-cruise land tour and lots of last minute things still to do.

Its the same link that Coral posted.

I'm not sure why you're quoting me :confused:

This news just made my day! I love the fancy French type desserts, they're always smaller but richer tasting. I didn't see any dates listed, I really hope it's started by my August 18th cruise.

Carol,

The one time I had a gel manicure I made the mistake of trying to remove it myself so I had no idea if or what it would cost. I appreciate knowing what it's going to cost me and I will still have it done because using my gifted OBC is better than having it done on land using my earned money :)

Thanks,

Eve

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An American friend was looking at pictures of the village I grew up in and commented how she just loves those quaint one way streets. She didn't believe me when I said it was a two way street. I still remember my mother hitting a pedestrian with her side mirror as they were walking on the pavement lol

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I tried the casino on my last cruise, my fist time in a casino and I didn't care for it. I had money on a card, used it on the machine thing and it ran out after 2 uses. Turns out the person before had it set somehow to be for than 5¢ each go. So, not my thing at all, maybe if I had a clue what I was doing but I clearly don't.

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I've just spent a very long time looking at your website, it's truly wonderful. I really enjoyed all the pictures and menus, it really helps knowing what to expect.

I especially liked looking at your England Driving Tour. Three years ago I did a coach tour of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Being from the UK originally, many people asked me why I didn't just rent a car, your picture of your car half off the road is exactly why :)

I do have questions for you regarding the manicure. Was that cost for a gel/shellac and was the cost to remove the old polish for gel/shellac? I can understand why you felt taken, I prefer to know the exact cost up front and decide for myself if I'm willing to pay it.

Thanks,

Eve

Thanks for the info on speaking with the head waiter, I was unaware of this.

I'm thinking I may not have any issues spending most of the money, I do like to be economical usually but it's a vacation and it was a gift so I might as well enjoy.

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I have some more questions!

I requested gluten free vegetarian food and in the notes section I wrote that I need to limit my gluten. In reality I should eliminate it, but that's for another day.

The problem is that I really like food and I really enjoy a lot of the Princess dishes and I know I'll probably cave and get the fettuccine Alfredo at one point. I try to eat well during the day so I can sit down in the evening and enjoy a nice meal.

Does it matter that I made a special request? Can I just pretend I didn't and order what I want or will they know? Can I maybe get the GF food some days if I like the look of it and not others?

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I would think that the 15% is standard ship wide. I like it that way, makes things easy.

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Thanks for the info, I'll be sure to ask about the guarantee.

I've never stayed on the ship during a port day, I'm looking forward to it.

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I'll definitely get my nails done, it will be during the Rome stop as I'll be staying on board so it wIll be a little cheaper than a sea day. I've never had any type of service done on the ship before, I can't wait!

As the cruise is at the end of my month long vacation, I guess I'll use up my euros first for the extra tips then move on to dollars.

Lots of different responses in regards to the OBC, it seems that Princess doesn't have a single way of handling it and many of you have had different experiences. I'll head to passenger services when I board and see what they have to say.

Thanks for all the replies, it's much appreciated!

Eve

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What are the chances of being adopted into your family? :) If I had a bunch of extra OBC, I think I might put it toward some really fabulous shore excursions like a helicopter tour or wildlife encounters or something. But that's just me.

Zero, sorry but there's a really long list of my friends that have already requested to be adopted :)

I didn't skimp on the excursions, I booked the ones that suited me since I've been to a lot of the ports before and don't want to see the same things again. However in some ports my choice is to go into town and walk around by myself enjoying the city and that doesn't cost much.

You did not mention how many were travelling with you. How long is the cruise? Also, if you like to have wine with dinner, you could

 

• Buy a nice bottle of wine or two.
  
• Eat at the Specialty Restaurants (often :))
  
• Buy a coffee card.
  
• Get a massage.
  
• If you don't have any excursions booked find a Princess excursion or two.
  
• Shop for a nice cameo. They had them on the Royal and are lovely.
  
• Book the Sanctuary.
  

I am sure I will think of more. :D:D

I'm traveling solo, 12 days and I don't drink. I also have a restricted diet so the speciality restaurants are out. And have pain issues and a massage will leave me in pain for a day or two after :(

I have several excursions booked already and plan on getting an internet package. If I add them up plus sodas/coffee, automatic gratuities and getting my nails done (once I know the cost) I'll still have money left over.

Now that I know I can cash it out or have it put on MY card, that's what I'll do. The extra will probably cover anything I buy off the ship :)

I'll be on the Regal Princess next month for the Grand Mediterranean cruise and I have a few questions I'd like answers to. This will be my third cruise, the previous two both being on Princess also and though I've never asked questions before this board has been extremely helpful in finding the answers I've needed.

1) I have $185 OBC from Princess and my TA, I also have $1500 OBC from a very generous family member. In the past I've only had a small OBC and always spent it but this time depending on how much I pamper myself whilst onboard I may have money left over. What happens with the remaining money, can I cash it out or have them keep it for my next cruise? Also, I know the money from Princess and my TA isn't refundable so how do I make sure they use that up first?

2) Does the salon do gel/shellac nails and will they take old polish off. I'll be getting my nails done before I leave home but I'll be traveling for 18 days before I get on the ship so they'll need to be done again.

3) Should I give extra tips in US dollars or euros? What would the crew members prefer?

Thanks,

Eve

Mine for my upcoming cruise isn't, neither is the OBC for booking. However I just printed out the boarding pass, luggage tags and travel summary and it's listed on the travel summary.