CZEE Posted February 12, 2010 #101 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I don't like it at all! With today's terrorist threats I don't need anyone having even a slight chance of someone planting anything in a hidden corner. I'm sure some will argue that even a passenger could do that, but why ask for more chances of trouble? We've had family who lives near ports join us for pre-sail parties in the mid '70's, but that was a much different time. Totally agree. It's a mistake from a security perspective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 5:00_Somewhere Posted February 12, 2010 #102 Share Posted February 12, 2010 We have a friend that is scared to get on a large ship, and we just know that if she is able to tour one for a few hours, she will be hooked! I hadn't thought about that, but we're in a similar position. One of our dearest friends talks about going with us because of how much fun we talk about having, but he's incredibly anxious about the idea of being on a ship. I'll bet if he could do a tour like this, it could get him over his anxiety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickEk Posted February 12, 2010 #103 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Totally agree. It's a mistake from a security perspective. As others have mentioned, these folks will be screened before boarding and will have to walk through a metal-detector too. I think the security risk is basically zero... This is a good move for Princess, IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdsqrl Posted February 12, 2010 #104 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I don't like it at all! With today's terrorist threats I don't need anyone having even a slight chance of someone planting anything in a hidden corner. I'm sure some will argue that even a passenger could do that, but why ask for more chances of trouble? We've had family who lives near ports join us for pre-sail parties in the mid '70's, but that was a much different time. How do some of you people ever muster the courage to even leave your houses? And, let's see, I think the Israeli athletes in Munich in 1972 might disagree with you about the halcyon days of the 1970s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruste Posted February 12, 2010 #105 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Totally agree. It's a mistake from a security perspective. Personally I find it harder to board as a visitor than as a passenger. The security look at your ID a lot closer than I have ever had the port staff look at my passport. You have a photo taken as you board the same as passengers and don't forget the cameras all over the ship. So it's not like they won't know what you look like and what you are doing. Also the crew on IPM will be aware of what is going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave4120 Posted February 12, 2010 #106 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Just what we need. More people, many who will be rude and disrespectful as a lot of passengers are. There's enough commotion before sailing without the extra cast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruste Posted February 12, 2010 #107 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Just what we need. More people, many who will be rude and disrespectful as a lot of passengers are. There's enough commotion before sailing without the extra cast. From my experience as a visitor you don't always go onto the ship the same way as the passengers. Usually you board the same way as the crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickEk Posted February 12, 2010 #108 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Personally I find it harder to board as a visitor than as a passenger. The security look at your ID a lot closer than I have ever had the port staff look at my passport. You have a photo taken as you board the same as passengers and don't forget the cameras all over the ship. So it's not like they won't know what you look like and what you are doing. Also the crew on IPM will be aware of what is going on. From my experience as a visitor you don't always go onto the ship the same way as the passengers. Usually you board the same way as the crew. This has been my experience too when visiting a ship. They are very thorough and we always boarded at the crew entrance. Just what we need. More people, many who will be rude and disrespectful as a lot of passengers are. There's enough commotion before sailing without the extra cast. Wow... it's only 50 more people. I'd say that's extremely manageable. Also, you're painting with kind of a wide brush there... :rolleyes: These folks will be associated with passengers. If they get out of hand, I'm sure there will be ramifications for the passengers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dezi Posted February 12, 2010 #109 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Maybe a good idea in some ways. However security is an issue these days and traffic at the port could be a problem. It would be a good way for someone who had never been on a large ship to see what it is like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainron Posted February 12, 2010 #110 Share Posted February 12, 2010 It's hard enough NOW to get into the dining room for lunch on embarkation.When this thing goes through, that'll be one more reason to say no at the door. For years people on these threads have been bellyaching about not being able to get into the DR on embarkation day. Believe it or not, the DR I have yet to see 1/2 full on any embarkation day as most are topside in the HC. So now that you'll have 100 people plus 50 guests maybe...that's only, well not even 1/4 of any DR capacity. So now at least you'll know the DR is open if there's already folks in there. Problem solved!!! Ciao for now!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Junky Posted February 12, 2010 #111 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Awesome idea - good for Princess! Too bad it'll never happen in Vancouver because of US immigration, I'd love to tour the different lines that come into port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrodsfan Posted February 12, 2010 #112 Share Posted February 12, 2010 It was March 1990. Took my parents to the port in Long Beach to see them off on a Panama Canal cruise. Could not understand why anyone would go on a cruise. But they wanted us to come on board to "see the ship" so we did. We boarded after everyone was on. The rest was history. Even after our brief taste we were hooked. Think it isn't a security risk any more than any other passenger. Only problem I could see would be stowaways...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted February 12, 2010 #113 Share Posted February 12, 2010 This is so funny! They make it like security is a big issue for them but are willing to forget about it for $39 per person! This is like when you used to request a tour of the bridge, you were told they no longer do that for 'security concerns'.:rolleyes: Now, of course if you are wiling to pay for the 'Insider' Tour", it's okay to visit the bridge.;) That said, I still like this program. If they don't get enough takers from friends/family of passengers, I hope they extend the program to anyone willing to pay the fee to get a ship tour and lunch. And the bonus of getting the fee applied to a new booking is icing on the cake!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruisey Posted February 12, 2010 #114 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Awesome idea - good for Princess! Too bad it'll never happen in Vancouver because of US immigration, I'd love to tour the different lines that come into port. So if one is a visitor to the USA one can be invited on the ship in a USA port although one is not a USA citizen.? The ships are not registered in USA but I think Bermuda. Hum I thought everyone getting on the the ship must go through passport control? All passport details have to be given to authorities a few days before boarding also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crischickie Posted February 12, 2010 #115 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I remember our first cruise back in 1971. DH and my DB after we boarded in Manhattan went off the ship to find beer and came back on board for a "bon voyage" party. When it was time to sail, DB and his wife had to leave as they had just "delivered" us to the ship. They weren't sailing, but, they were permitted to board. Those were the good old days when we didn't have to worry about terrorists. How times change! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMuir Posted February 12, 2010 #116 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I think this is a great idea. What better way to entice new converts to the shipboard life? I hope Carnival Corp extends this to other lines. 50 people, screened by security, will not make a dent in the boarding process. Kudos to Princess for bringing back a wonderful tradition, with added amenities. As one of my favorite CC posters would say: Cool beans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MszKitty Posted February 12, 2010 #117 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Cue the Streamers: Princess Revives Old-School Bon Voyage Experience, with a Twi$t Read more: http://www.frommers.com/community/blogs/cruise.cfm?plckController=Blog&plckBlogPage=BlogViewPost&UID=52f8da68-7f6d-4edc-b082-451715e6da97&plckPostId=Blog%3a52f8da68-7f6d-4edc-b082-451715e6da97Post%3a4b9893bd-d8e5-4d79-912b-b7740d26e332&plckScript=blogScript&plckElementId=blogDest#ixzz0fIiqYtAo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirbyrox Posted February 12, 2010 #118 Share Posted February 12, 2010 yah! saw this on Princess Twitter acct. awesome and they get a Meal! @kirbyrox ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirbyrox Posted February 12, 2010 #119 Share Posted February 12, 2010 lol already a thread on this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickEk Posted February 12, 2010 #120 Share Posted February 12, 2010 lol already a thread on this... Yes, that thread is here: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1141314 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruste Posted February 12, 2010 #121 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I think some people might be surprised just how many visitors actually go on the ships now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted February 12, 2010 #122 Share Posted February 12, 2010 I think some people might be surprised just how many visitors actually go on the ships now. In Australia they are are lining up and paying $99.00 each to go on board for a visit and lunch when a ship is in port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Alpha Posted February 12, 2010 #123 Share Posted February 12, 2010 . . .if it makes any difference to embarkation etc. as we are on the Mar 10 sailing of the Island. My concern is that Princess seems to think she will be sailing from Los Angeles and my itinerary has her in Fort Lauderdale :eek: :eek: Can't trust the Princess press release! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaznjo Posted February 12, 2010 #124 Share Posted February 12, 2010 In Australia they are are lining up and paying $99.00 each to go on board for a visit and lunch when a ship is in port. David you beat me to it.... only just managed to get on line LOL... yes that would be me... did I read someone said $39 is excessive... well here in australia my husband and I are going to have lunch on the diamond princess next week while she is in port ... it is organised through a TA... yes they are charging us $99 each (that would be $87 US ):eek: I told my DH that that is his valentines present:D:D I figure between the cruises we did last year and world cruise next year this was the only way we were going to get on this class of ship.... you guys are lucky with so many to choose from.. we just have 2 ( sun & dawn) and they look exactly the same ... anyway I paid for it so long ago now that the cost seems meaningless, I am just excited to get on and maybe they will forget me and they wont find me till the next port !!! Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMattT Posted February 12, 2010 #125 Share Posted February 12, 2010 This is a great idea. I hope its available for my cruise out of NYC in October! I appreciate the responses re: security, embarkation times... but I highly doubt 50 more people will be noticed at all... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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