DShock Posted November 3, 2015 #1 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Doing a 15 day Hawaii in April. Which ship would you choose and why? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cr8tiv1 Posted November 3, 2015 #2 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Love the Star Princess (Ruby is too big). But ELUA will be on the Ruby out of Los Angeles. Wonderful Cultural Ambassadors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted November 3, 2015 #3 Share Posted November 3, 2015 (edited) I'd choose Ruby because I've sailed Star a couple of times and never sailed Ruby. ;) In addition I've always seen rave reviews for Ruby Princess. I doubt you will be disappointed in either ship. I'm sure those who have sailed both ships will be chiming in here to give you comparisons. Either way, you will almost certainly have a great cruise. Edited November 3, 2015 by Thrak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted November 3, 2015 #4 Share Posted November 3, 2015 I've done six Hawaii cruises. I think the embarkation port would be more important to me than the ship. You will probably have nicer weather sailing out of San Pedro than San Francisco. The Ruby doesn't have a covered pool, while the Star does. I like the Skywalker's on the Star better, but the Ruby has a nice Adagio Bar. The Ruby is getting a new show "Magic to Do" and the new "Stones" restaurant. Decide what is most important to you, and then pick. You really can't go wrong with either ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skynight Posted November 3, 2015 #5 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Advantages of the Star: Indoor Pool area for the cool days crossing over and back. Conservatory above the indoor pool. 500 less passengers. Vista Lounge which is an extra show lounge for guest entertainers. Advantages of the Ruby: Share will replace Sabatini's in December. You can decide if this is an advantage, disadvantage or neutral. Adaigio Lounge if you like quiet reading time. Neptune's Reef Pool is MUTS free. Elua is scheduled to be on the Ruby, but the Star will also have an Hawaiian team on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanmarcosman Posted November 3, 2015 #6 Share Posted November 3, 2015 and the new "Stones" restaurant. I hope the new restaurant won't be referred to as "Stones." That won't sit well with my kidneys or gallbladder :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted November 3, 2015 #7 Share Posted November 3, 2015 I hope the new restaurant won't be referred to as "Stones." That won't sit well with my kidneys or gallbladder :eek: LMAO :D I totally forgot it's called "Share" or something like that. "Stoned" would be even funnier.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted November 3, 2015 #8 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Love the Star Princess (Ruby is too big). But ELUA will be on the Ruby out of Los Angeles. Wonderful Cultural Ambassadors. Everyone says go with EULA. Both ships are nice, and you will enjoy either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar1950 Posted November 3, 2015 #9 Share Posted November 3, 2015 (edited) We have been on both and both ships are great. Did Hawaii a couple of years ago on the Star and thought Elua was great. Doing Hawaii on the Ruby this go around because Elua is on the cruise. BTW, Elua is the Hawaiian word for "two". EULA would stand for End User License Agreement as in what you agree to when you install software. :D:cool: Edited November 3, 2015 by ar1950 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted November 3, 2015 #10 Share Posted November 3, 2015 i went to the Princess site and it looks like the Star is leaving out of Vancouver and the Ruby is out of San Pedro. If you live near Vancouver, go with the Star. I'm showing starting prices at $300.00 cheaper, per person, for the Star. If you live near Los Angeles, then take the Ruby. The savings isn't worth buying a ticket to Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw.delafield Posted November 3, 2015 #11 Share Posted November 3, 2015 (edited) I would be partial to the Ruby (but honestly have never sailed on the Star). Newer ship overall with slightly more tonnage to take on the Pacific. She's a big girl and has always accommodated the 'extra' deck of passengers well in our opinion, we never felt any more/less crowed than on any other grand class ship. Newer venues or shows would be a treat as well, if available. Eula also helps to score a mark favoring Ruby, along with the US departure port. We also really do prefer the Riviera Aft facing balcony cabins on that ship, Star does not have these. All of these reasons i list are personal preferences, let your own drive your decision! Enjoy your cruise! Edited November 3, 2015 by msw.delafield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiselvr1 Posted November 3, 2015 #12 Share Posted November 3, 2015 I've done six Hawaii cruises. I think the embarkation port would be more important to me than the ship. You will probably have nicer weather sailing out of San Pedro than San Francisco. The Ruby doesn't have a covered pool, while the Star does. I like the Skywalker's on the Star better, but the Ruby has a nice Adagio Bar. The Ruby is getting a new show "Magic to Do" and the new "Stones" restaurant. Decide what is most important to you, and then pick. You really can't go wrong with either ship. I agree, more information is needed. If I had a choice, I'd pick the Star again. We took her to Hawaii, and the ship was great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted November 4, 2015 #13 Share Posted November 4, 2015 i went to the Princess site and it looks like the Star is leaving out of Vancouver and the Ruby is out of San Pedro. If you live near Vancouver, go with the Star. OP lives in Colorado. A long walk to either port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted November 4, 2015 #14 Share Posted November 4, 2015 OP lives in Colorado. A long walk to either port. See that now.;) It's probably cheaper to fly to LAX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted November 4, 2015 #15 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I would pick the Star, less passengers. Covered pool which helps with crowds when weather doesn't cooperate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northender Posted November 4, 2015 #16 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I would choose the Ruby. I have sailed both and the Ruby is my favorite ship. Eula would not make a difference to me, but I am sure I am probably a minority of 1. :):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdsqrl Posted November 4, 2015 #17 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I'd be happy on either ship -- they each have their pros and cons but none of the cons are dealbreakers and none of the pros are showstoppers. In my opinion only, of course. So, here are the questions I'd ask myself: Which departure port is cheaper to fly to? Which one would be more entertaining to spend a day pre-cruise? Are the itineraries exactly identical: are you in port longer on one ship than the other? Does one itinerary go to Ensenada first instead of last? What days of the week are you in the ports and would that make a difference to your plans (i.e., is touring Pearl Harbor more crowded on weekends? Does X attraction only operate on Saturdays/Sundays?)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted November 4, 2015 #18 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I'd be happy on either ship -- they each have their pros and cons but none of the cons are dealbreakers and none of the pros are showstoppers. In my opinion only, of course. So, here are the questions I'd ask myself: Which departure port is cheaper to fly to? Which one would be more entertaining to spend a day pre-cruise? Are the itineraries exactly identical: are you in port longer on one ship than the other? Does one itinerary go to Ensenada first instead of last? What days of the week are you in the ports and would that make a difference to your plans (i.e., is touring Pearl Harbor more crowded on weekends? Does X attraction only operate on Saturdays/Sundays?)? Agreed.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar1950 Posted November 4, 2015 #19 Share Posted November 4, 2015 (edited) OP lives in Colorado. A long walk to either port. However flights are much more reasonable from Denver to LA rather than going to Vancouver, walking not withstanding. And just for chuckles and grins: BTW, Elua is the Hawaiian word for "two". EULA would stand for End User License Agreement as in what you agree to when you install software. :D:cool: Edited November 4, 2015 by ar1950 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted November 4, 2015 #20 Share Posted November 4, 2015 My points for Star. Star - Vancouver is a much, MUCH more interesting port to cruise out of than San Pedro. If you could spend an extra day before or after the cruise, all the better. No need to rent a car. Star - 500 less passengers on a 10 sea day cruise can impact your enjoyment if you are inclined to enjoy fewer people. Star - Leaving from Vancouver, Princess does not have to go to Ensenada. For many, that is a major PLUS. Others may think differently. There are Hawaiian ambassadors on both ships doing the Hawaiian cruises. Ruby is a fine ship but for this particular itinerary, I would go with the Star. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
romancing_the_sea Posted November 4, 2015 #21 Share Posted November 4, 2015 We really felt the crowds on Ruby compared to the Grand and this is the one thing that might deter us from booking Princess next time, although we loved many things about her. Would love to have a different Princess choice from LA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted November 4, 2015 #22 Share Posted November 4, 2015 However flights are much more reasonable from Denver to LA rather than going to Vancouver, walking not withstanding. And just for chuckles and grins: :D:cool: I would rather visit Vancouver than LA for a pre-cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddle Posted November 4, 2015 #23 Share Posted November 4, 2015 It's probably too early to tell, but Eula notwithstanding - will David Cole be the cruise director on either of these sailings? He's a definite plus. Maddle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waimea'sMom Posted November 4, 2015 #24 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Ruby. We do this itinerary once or twice a year, and even though I live in LA, I would fly to SF if that was where Elua cruised from. Plus, airfare is probably cheaper for you to LA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassyredhat Posted November 4, 2015 #25 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I am so excited for our Feb cruise on the Ruby. This will be our 4th Hawaii cruise, and finally Elua will be working the cruise we chose. :) Patti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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