#1Nanna Posted March 23, 2014 #1 Share Posted March 23, 2014 We just booked the Star Princess for a 10 day Mexico cruise out of SF, Jan 2015. This will be our 2nd cruise on Princess, but I am wanting to learn anything & everything I can about the Star. Quiet spots to relax, not to miss activities , food choices, etc... All info is appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skynight Posted March 23, 2014 #2 Share Posted March 23, 2014 We just booked the Star Princess for a 10 day Mexico cruise out of SF, Jan 2015. This will be our 2nd cruise on Princess, but I am wanting to learn anything & everything I can about the Star. Quiet spots to relax, not to miss activities , food choices, etc... All info is appreciated! I see you were on the Golden Princess. The Star is almost the same and activities will be similar. The Star has a larger pool seating area on around Neptune's Reef Pool. It also has a better layout in the Horizon Ct. Buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted March 23, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Do you know if they have the "crab shack" or the "Memphis style BBQ"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasperdo Posted March 23, 2014 #4 Share Posted March 23, 2014 (edited) Do you know if they have the "crab shack" or the "Memphis style BBQ"?I just got off the Star Princess Hawaii cruise. The Crab Shack was held on select sea days in the back section of the Horizon Court Buffet. And the Smokehouse Grill was available most evenings from 6pm until 11pm at the Trident Grill. It wasn't what I would call Memphis style BBQ, but it was pretty good, and was something different. Edited March 23, 2014 by Jasperdo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted March 23, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Thanks for the info! : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskaboundin14 Posted March 24, 2014 #6 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I'll let you know after we cruise Alaska this June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted March 24, 2014 Author #7 Share Posted March 24, 2014 That would be so awesome! Thanks! Enjoy your cruise - Alaska is beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntvsdgrl Posted March 25, 2014 #8 Share Posted March 25, 2014 I'll let you know after we cruise Alaska this June I'm on the Star next year. Landtour first then sailing on July 4th. I'll be interested to hear about your experience on the Star. I was on the Coral last year in Alaska and it was wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgmg00a Posted March 25, 2014 #9 Share Posted March 25, 2014 I am on the Star out of SF from 6/14 - 6/24. I will try and remember to provide some info on my return. But thanks for asking the question as there may be other who get off the Hawaii and Coastal runs before June departure. I will be very interested to see their input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seamanfs Posted March 25, 2014 #10 Share Posted March 25, 2014 We were on the Star for the first time in Nov to Hawaii. I loved the ship! The size is good , looked to be in very good shape and the staff was wonderful. We were on Baja deck 623. There was zero rust on the balcony. We would sail on her anytime again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgmg00a Posted March 25, 2014 #11 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Seamanfs, thanks for post. I will be in B635 just down the hall from where you were. Glad to hear the Balconies have been given some work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seamanfs Posted March 25, 2014 #12 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Seamanfs, thanks for post. I will be in B635 just down the hall from where you were. Glad to hear the Balconies have been given some work! Hopefully yours will be the same! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klgreen803 Posted April 8, 2014 #13 Share Posted April 8, 2014 I'm on the Star next year. Landtour first then sailing on July 4th. I'll be interested to hear about your experience on the Star. I was on the Coral last year in Alaska and it was wonderful. We too will be taking a land tour before boarding the Star for the Jul 4 2015 cruise. It's going to be very difficult to wait over one year for the great adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted April 9, 2014 #14 Share Posted April 9, 2014 We have sailed the Star 6 times, you will love her. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted April 9, 2014 Author #15 Share Posted April 9, 2014 I am so looking forward to it. : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talisker92 Posted April 9, 2014 #16 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Do you know if they have the "crab shack" or the "Memphis style BBQ"? We just got off the Golden and were not impressed with the Crab Shack. For $5 a person more you can dine at Sabatini's or the Crown Grill. You will have better service and a better selection of food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted April 9, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted April 9, 2014 We just got off the Golden and were not impressed with the Crab Shack. For $5 a person more you can dine at Sabatini's or the Crown Grill. You will have better service and a better selection of food. Good info to know... I have wondered about that very thing. We loved the Crown Grill & wondered if the food would come close to comparing with the price close to the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellipooh Posted April 9, 2014 #18 Share Posted April 9, 2014 We just got off the Golden and were not impressed with the Crab Shack. For $5 a person more you can dine at Sabatini's or the Crown Grill. You will have better service and a better selection of food. I was thinking the same thing. If the price were just $10 extra, maybe I'd try it. But I can get crab cakes as an appetizer and enjoy the ambiance of the Restaurants. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runnerodb83 Posted April 9, 2014 #19 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Since you were just on the golden, this will be a good comparison for you highlighting the subtle differences between these two sister ships. I like the star just a little bit better. https://sites.google.com/site/princesscruisesfaq/ships/starvsgolden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1Nanna Posted April 9, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted April 9, 2014 That was very helpful - Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonsai3s Posted April 10, 2014 #21 Share Posted April 10, 2014 ...the Star. The ship is in great shape! No secrets to mention, just random thoughts: * The pool just outside the fitness center is heated. Nice. In addition, you can turn on the machine that creates a water flow for easy swimming. * Don't miss the Pub Lunch....that includes our favorite dessert: Bread Pudding. * The banana "smoothie" available every morning at the Horizon Court buffet. Great way to start your day. * If you like French toast...have breakfast in the main dining room. They'll have the outrageously delicious, crisp to perfection, "James Beard" French toast. * The Skywalker...almost always empty and a great place to relax during the day......of course, now it won't be. * Yes, onion rings (if you like them) are available after 6pm at the Trident Grill. * Great crew, wonderful staff, and best of all......a very clean, well maintained ship...................like Raquel Welch, getting old but still beautiful. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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