Debbierpof Posted May 11, 2010 #1 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Okay, so this is my first ever Princess cruise! I don't want to be tacky. :eek: I have to admit, though, that I think it's cute to decorate the room door (nothing too crazy or loud -- last year just put a rather small luau fringe on the top of the door). Is this a no-no on Princess? Just wondering... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted May 11, 2010 #2 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Okay, so this is my first ever Princess cruise! I don't want to be tacky. :eek: I have to admit, though, that I think it's cute to decorate the room door (nothing too crazy or loud -- last year just put a rather small luau fringe on the top of the door). Is this a no-no on Princess? Just wondering... :D This is often done by passengers. Just make sure that the method of attaching does not leave work for the crew once you have left the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druke I Posted May 11, 2010 #3 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Many people decorate their doors. Whether or not it is tasteful is in the eyes of the beholder. Personally, I don't care for door decorations - it is not "my thing". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbierpof Posted May 11, 2010 Author #4 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Many people decorate their doors. Whether or not it is tasteful is in the eyes of the beholder. Personally, I don't care for door decorations - it is not "my thing". Not my DH's thing either. :rolleyes: :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted May 11, 2010 #5 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I saw a few decorated doors on the Royal last month. There were the usual balloons for birthdays, etc., but one couple had a cute little koala bear clipped to their mailslot, and others hung lei's from the island night party. I don't think anyone would mind a little fringe.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennygirl Posted May 11, 2010 #6 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Now that I think of it...while walking down the hallway I do remember seeing a few things on people's door. I remember thinking "how cute" that is. Hmmm, what shall I put on our door in July??? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go-Bucks! Posted May 11, 2010 #7 Share Posted May 11, 2010 My last cruise was for the 2 weeks right before Christmas, so we not only decorated our door (tastefully) but also hung strings of lights around the room, had a small lighted Christmas tree, window clings on the balcony doors, and ornaments hanging off shelves! We could also turn on a TV station that had a roaring fireplace showing with Christmas music playing. Many people said they loved our festive look. And it made us feel like we weren't missing the fun at home. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dani24 Posted May 11, 2010 #8 Share Posted May 11, 2010 We've never done it (short of the decorations Princess provides for special occasions), but it's certainly allowed. And, I have to say we've found it really useful, even when others do it. The decor usually protrudes a little into the hall, and acts as a marker of how close/far we are from our stateroom, or the elevator/stairs, etc. It comes in really handy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomelessBear Posted May 11, 2010 #9 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I have seen some doors decorated but these have mostly been done by the ship with balloons for birthdays and anniversaries etc. There are small decorations put out on the doors (or at least in the mail box next to the door) on the xmas cruises we have taken. However some of these have not lasted long before they have been "removed" by someone (possibly the kids I heard running and shouting down the hall). Seems like a favourite pastime to see how many could be "removed". I am not suggesting that anyone would "remove" your door decorations, but be aware that it could happen. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BalconyGal Posted May 11, 2010 #10 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I have seen this on NCL mostly, as long as it's tasteful I don't think it's any problem. It might even be nice for others to see and like someone else said a good marker for how far you are from your cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnVacation11 Posted May 11, 2010 #11 Share Posted May 11, 2010 We usually hang a small stocking or wreath on our door during our annual Christmas cruise. I use those removable 3M hooks that do not leave a mark on the door and leave the decoration in the cabin at the end of the cruise for the steward to dispose of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelRocker Posted May 11, 2010 #12 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Hi, yes, I too am planning my first cruise and found a darling big poster cut-out of chili-peppers with "HAPPY FIESTA" written across the front. That's going on my door, also found some "cling on" Mexican cutouts for the mirror or other glass surfaces. I've seen strings of chili pepper lights here and there, overkill??? :) Happy Travels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted May 11, 2010 #13 Share Posted May 11, 2010 We decorated for Halloween/Easter/Mothers Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kinkacruiser Posted May 11, 2010 #14 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I'm looking forward to the free door markers next cruise as we have a wedding anniversay on the 3rd day into the cruise. Let's hope the balloons stay for the length of the cruise. It's definitely easier to spot your room this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlaskaGolden Posted May 11, 2010 #15 Share Posted May 11, 2010 This is a great idea! We've never cruised during any holidays, but this year we'll be gone for the 4th of July, so we'll have to bring some Red/White/Blue and American Flags with us to decorate the cabin door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sunluva7 Posted May 11, 2010 #16 Share Posted May 11, 2010 There are lots of decorated doors, some done tastefully, others outlandishly. Just be careful that you don't put anything with any sentimental value, because they have been known to disappear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CantWaitToCrz Posted May 11, 2010 #17 Share Posted May 11, 2010 This is a fun idea. And I love the idea of being able to tell which cabin door is yours... I think I walk by mine more than to mine, every time! Anyone know if you can see window clings on your balcony door from land? Or are the doors too tinted or anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted May 11, 2010 #18 Share Posted May 11, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandD Posted May 11, 2010 #19 Share Posted May 11, 2010 You may want to check out the illustrated discussion on this topic in the Photo Discussion Area of Cruise Critic. Here's the link. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=868538&highlight=signs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2fercruzin Posted May 11, 2010 #20 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I absolutely love your Halloween fun! I think it's a matter of asking for forgiveness rather than permission. Last Christmas I called Princess to see if I could decorate my door and they said a resounding NO. But after boarding, just about every Baja Deck door was festive except ours. I'll know better next time :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbierpof Posted May 12, 2010 Author #21 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Love it! I cannot wait! My DD and I will be celebrating our birthdays in early July and will be going with the Luau theme -- so guess how I'll be decorating my door that same way! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwingfan517 Posted May 12, 2010 #22 Share Posted May 12, 2010 I LOVE your door. What a great idea. We are leaving for our cruise this Saturday so I have time to go out and get a couple things at the dollar store to pack in my suit case. Thanks for sharing.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basketgranni Posted May 12, 2010 #23 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Our door on the Splendor back in December. Decorated for my husband's birthday and our Anniversary. Sorry it is small,if you click on it, will enlarge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Chick Posted May 12, 2010 #24 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Love it. I think the decorated doors add to the festive mood! I absolutely love your Halloween fun! I think it's a matter of asking for forgiveness rather than permission. Last Christmas I called Princess to see if I could decorate my door and they said a resounding NO. But after boarding, just about every Baja Deck door was festive except ours. I'll know better next time :p I think some people at corporate don't really know what it's like to be on a cruise ship so I would take some of their info with a grain of salt. I don't think there's anything in the Cruise Contract....as long as it's not a fire danger, why not? I would echo not to put anything of real value just in case someone thinks it's funny to take them down. On our holiday cruise, many doors were decorated. With wreathes, bows, kids' drawings. I put a sign with my CC screen name with a message wishing everyone happy holidays. Princess put up a decorated pine cone on each cabin's in-box, which came down the day after Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTheK Posted May 12, 2010 #25 Share Posted May 12, 2010 We decorated our door for our trip last Christmas. There was no trouble from either Princess, or from michief-making children. For our upcoming cruise in September,one of our CC roll call members has graciously offered to create individualized "posters" for us - with our picture on it. Shalom, Andy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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