BoopTennis Posted February 26, 2012 Author #101 Share Posted February 26, 2012 hi energizer7 -- i just requested the topper/egg crate for the bed from our steward when we got on the ship. Also robes. he had them there right away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkrcanada Posted February 26, 2012 #102 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Hi again. As for the dis embarking early....do we just ask at the guest services desk when we get there? I have to arrange my ticket today or tomorrow morning due to the questionability of internet speed and would want to make sure that we are off and organized early. Many many thanks again. One more day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibfern Posted February 26, 2012 #103 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Do they still have the pottery wheels on the Island, most of the other ships only have painting on pre made dishes and I loved learning how to throw pottery on the Panamax ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
energizer7 Posted February 26, 2012 #104 Share Posted February 26, 2012 hi energizer7 -- i just requested the topper/egg crate for the bed from our steward when we got on the ship. Also robes. he had them there right away. thanks so much for the info, think we'll do that too :0) I can't wait...especially after reading your review.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Deeliteful Posted February 26, 2012 #105 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Do the zip line! I'm not much of a heights person but it was easy. My only "complaint" was having to wait a while on a tree stand while the rest of the group caught up. Our tour included the aerial tram. It was nice, too. Frankly, I was more uncomfortable on the lift going up the mountain at Ochos Rios. It just moved too slow. We have booked the zipline :eek: actually really looking forward to this as well as the whole cruise - first cruise where I have never visited any of the ports before.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katecat Posted February 27, 2012 #106 Share Posted February 27, 2012 If you want to purchase an Emerald, go over to Lee Miles shop (even if you don't use him for tours) Great selection, and I had the ring I bought my wife checked out by a jeweler who said I got a very good price.. BE AWFULLY CAREFUL.....I just learned today from a friend who is a jeweller here in Ontario....it has been known to occur that tourists have purchased "emeralds" that are only white stones dyed a deep green and turn out to be what appears to be a beautiful "emerald"....it was just a dyed white stone:eek:.....just a heads up to all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibfern Posted February 27, 2012 #107 Share Posted February 27, 2012 BE AWFULLY CAREFUL.....I just learned today from a friend who is a jeweller here in Ontario....it has been known to occur that tourists have purchased "emeralds" that are only white stones dyed a deep green and turn out to be what appears to be a beautiful "emerald"....it was just a dyed white stone:eek:.....just a heads up to all. I bought a beautiful emerald from a ship sanctioned store in Cartagena, it is a beautiful emerald and my biggest regret is that I did not buy a larger one! In fact, I am going back this fall to find a larger Emerald, which is my birthstone. I've heard the same warnings about fakes, do be careful where you purchase them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar23 Posted March 1, 2012 #108 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I saw that you said that you pre purchased the internet time. How did you do that? Was it wireless? Thank you for your reply. We will be sailing on March 18th and need to know if we can use our IPAD or have to bring a traditional lap top. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoopTennis Posted March 1, 2012 Author #109 Share Posted March 1, 2012 hi, mar23, yes I prepurchased Internet minutes online. there are different choices I think I got 310 minutes for $103 or something like that. You can do it on the Princess website. Yes it is wireless. I was able to access from my cabin. You might get a stronger signal from other areas of the ship. The wireless is SLOW so you will want to be very efficient in how you use your time but it is handy for picking up email or quick messages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar23 Posted March 1, 2012 #110 Share Posted March 1, 2012 hi, mar23, yes I prepurchased Internet minutes online. there are different choices I think I got 310 minutes for $103 or something like that. You can do it on the Princess website. Yes it is wireless. I was able to access from my cabin. You might get a stronger signal from other areas of the ship. The wireless is SLOW so you will want to be very efficient in how you use your time but it is handy for picking up email or quick messages Where did you find it to reserve? I've looked everywhere and can't find any way to reserve anything but excursions or the spa. Also can you reserve the specialty restaurants online? Thank you for the speedy response. Much appreciated. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoopTennis Posted March 1, 2012 Author #111 Share Posted March 1, 2012 not sure, i think it was onboard gift credit? like on your reservation where you can buy flowers and things, i think you can also purchase internet minutes package. Sorry but since I dont have a current pending reservation I can't seem to find it. But try that area where you can pre-order other things like flowers. or call princess they can help you. I just used my credit card and it was paid for ahead of time. I did have to go to the Internet desk when on board and get officially signed up with user name etc Sorry, I did not use the specialty restaurants so do not know the answer to that question, maybe someone else can help you. I am envious that you are still looking forward to your cruise. Mine is done :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar23 Posted March 1, 2012 #112 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Thank you. I found it under the gift section. Looking forward to the cruise. We have sailed with Princess many years ago. Most of our recent cruises have been with Royal Caribbean. I haven't finished reading all your posts but it seems that you had a good time too. We plan on staying aboard the ship in the Panama Canal instead of a day long shore excursion. It sounded like you got out in Colon after the 2nd transit of the canal. Where there stores. I just started collecting mini flags of the countries that we visit and would like to find one for Panama. If not, I'll just go online & buy it. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoopTennis Posted March 1, 2012 Author #113 Share Posted March 1, 2012 yes, we stayed on board during the Panama Canal going thru the locks, but got off briefly at Colon. The tourist shops are right by where the cruise ship docks, easy walk. They have all the typical items to buy. Lots of Panama items there. We have cruised Princess twice now and Royal Caribbean once. I like both. They have different pros and cons but I was very happy with them all! No complaints when I am on a cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingpeople Posted March 1, 2012 #114 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Also can you reserve the specialty restaurants online?Marilyn Marilyn, You can only make reservations for the Specialty Restaurants once you are on board. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azdmelani Posted March 4, 2012 #115 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Thanks for the fantastic review, we only have 243 days till our cruise on the Island ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathercop Posted March 12, 2012 #116 Share Posted March 12, 2012 I really loved all of your pictures. These pictures have gotten me even more excited about going to Panama in October. Also, I am looking forward to being on the Island. Thanks so much for sharing the pictures and the review. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoopTennis Posted March 12, 2012 Author #117 Share Posted March 12, 2012 thank you for the nice comments. I still like reading others's plans for this trip. The anticipation is part of the fun! I need to plan another cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioDogLover Posted March 12, 2012 #118 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Boop Tennis, Great review. Thanks. DH and I are considering this cruise for our 30th anniversary next year. Ohiodoglover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itravelalot Posted March 12, 2012 #119 Share Posted March 12, 2012 It has been so much fun reading your review. We are going on this cruise December 20 and it is my first Princess cruise. I am glad you enjoyed the ship so much... Your review has been very helpful!! Thank you!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainne_2012 Posted March 12, 2012 #120 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Loving your review. Thanks so much. Is the internet cheaper if you buy it in advance? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoopTennis Posted March 12, 2012 Author #121 Share Posted March 12, 2012 hi, yes the internet is definitely cheaper if you buy it in advance, you get more bonus minutes that way. Go to the section on the princess website where you can buy flowers or wine etc (gifts) in advance, I think that is where you can pre-purchase internet plans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treinke Posted March 12, 2012 #122 Share Posted March 12, 2012 I'll be on the Island this June in Alaska but enjoyed your photos of the ship. Thanks for posting. It got me all excited again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDilly Posted March 12, 2012 #123 Share Posted March 12, 2012 thanks so much for the info, think we'll do that too :0) I can't wait...especially after reading your review.... Ditto!! Thanks for the heads up. -KD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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