dporter Posted November 18, 2017 #1 Share Posted November 18, 2017 We would like to do an Alaska cruisetour with Princess in 2019 and have a few questions that I am sure many of you could give answers and opinions on: 1. We know that Princess has multiple ships that offer this, if you were going to do this which ship would you pick and why? 2. Do you prefer north or southbound? We live in Texas so we figured southbound so that would put land portion first. 3. We know that the weather is not predictable but if we wanted to have warmer, less rainy days which month would be best? Originally I thought probably July. 4. When does Princess release the Alaska 2019 dates? Thank you for taking the time to read and respond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted November 18, 2017 #2 Share Posted November 18, 2017 When we did the r/t Seattle - Alaska cruise on a month of May, there were rain/showers in all ports. It was not heavy though that prevented us from enjoying the ports and shore excursions. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedprincess Posted November 18, 2017 #3 Share Posted November 18, 2017 We would like to do an Alaska cruisetour with Princess in 2019 and have a few questions that I am sure many of you could give answers and opinions on: 1. We know that Princess has multiple ships that offer this, if you were going to do this which ship would you pick and why? 2. Do you prefer north or southbound? We live in Texas so we figured southbound so that would put land portion first. 3. We know that the weather is not predictable but if we wanted to have warmer, less rainy days which month would be best? Originally I thought probably July. 4. When does Princess release the Alaska 2019 dates? Thank you for taking the time to read and respond. 1) Coral, then Star, then maybe Emerald or Ruby. 2) we prefer southbound, getting the longest flights over at rhe beginning and doing the land portion first. A little more relaxing that way, at least for us. 3) we've been to Alaska in June, July, August and Sept. We've had phenomenal weather each time, wirh our driest and warmest being late July and August.. 4) the remainder of 2019 season cruises will be released December 14 (13 for Elites). Have a great time.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 18, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted November 18, 2017 1) Coral, then Star, then maybe Emerald or Ruby. 2) we prefer southbound, getting the longest flights over at rhe beginning and doing the land portion first. A little more relaxing that way, at least for us. 3) we've been to Alaska in June, July, August and Sept. We've had phenomenal weather each time, wirh our driest and warmest being late July and August.. 4) the remainder of 2019 season cruises will be released December 14 (13 for Elites). Have a great time.. Thank you Reedprincess. Coral was the ship I was thinking, is there are reason you prefer that one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedprincess Posted November 19, 2017 #5 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thank you Reedprincess. Coral was the ship I was thinking, is there are reason you prefer that one? We Like the size, and all the different outdoor view spaces make it perfect for Alaska. Different decks and locations for different viewpoints outdoors makes for different perspectives and less crowding. Island is a no go for us after her renos two years ago. They claimed all the aft outdoor viewing and added cabins, removed one of the main lounges for cabins, shrunk the casino for cabins, etc. And did not increase any other public venues.. It's off our sail list unless it's the only ship doing a specific itinerary. Star is a favorite with Skywalkers all the way aft and high up, which makes for an excellent indoor quiet viewing area. Great public spaces, etc all make for a comfortable ship for the experience.. So, Coral then Star would be our top two choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted November 19, 2017 #6 Share Posted November 19, 2017 We did a 7 day NB cruise, a 7 day land tour and then a 7 day SB cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 19, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted November 19, 2017 We Like the size, and all the different outdoor view spaces make it perfect for Alaska. Different decks and locations for different viewpoints outdoors makes for different perspectives and less crowding. Island is a no go for us after her renos two years ago. They claimed all the aft outdoor viewing and added cabins, removed one of the main lounges for cabins, shrunk the casino for cabins, etc. And did not increase any other public venues.. It's off our sail list unless it's the only ship doing a specific itinerary. Star is a favorite with Skywalkers all the way aft and high up, which makes for an excellent indoor quiet viewing area. Great public spaces, etc all make for a comfortable ship for the experience.. So, Coral then Star would be our top two choices. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog 52 Posted November 19, 2017 #8 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Coral Princess, southbound.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AE_Collector Posted November 19, 2017 #9 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Just to show that it is probably pointless trying to pick the time with the best weather... We’ve been 4 times, twice in May, once in June and once very end of July/beginning of August. Good both times in May, outstanding in June but not good July/August. As for ships, not sure yet about 2019 schedule but Emerald and Ruby have been cruising from Seattle which means round trip only, no land portion. Coral would be our choice as well. AE_Collector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 19, 2017 Author #10 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thank you everyone, I really appreciate all of your fantastic insight. I know the weather is unpredictable, heck I live in Texas and we can have 4 seasons in 1 day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlantaCruiser72 Posted November 19, 2017 #11 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thank you everyone, I really appreciate all of your fantastic insight. I know the weather is unpredictable, heck I live in Texas and we can have 4 seasons in 1 day. The 4 Seasons in Texas: Hot and Humid Hotter and more Humid Blazing Hot and so Humid you might as well be in a pool So Damn Hot and Humid it'll make ya think you died and went to Hades! (aka Georgia in August) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 20, 2017 Author #12 Share Posted November 20, 2017 The 4 Seasons in Texas:Hot and Humid Hotter and more Humid Blazing Hot and so Humid you might as well be in a pool So Damn Hot and Humid it'll make ya think you died and went to Hades! (aka Georgia in August) yep that's about it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukesubsailor Posted November 20, 2017 #13 Share Posted November 20, 2017 We would like to do an Alaska cruisetour with Princess in 2019 and have a few questions that I am sure many of you could give answers and opinions on: 1. We know that Princess has multiple ships that offer this, if you were going to do this which ship would you pick and why? In 2019 the Royal Princess will most likely be doing Alaska. If it is one you can take southbound, then I would pick it. After it, the Coral is my favorite, then the Star. 2. Do you prefer north or southbound? We live in Texas so we figured southbound so that would put land portion first. Southbound as it lets you rest up after a more tiring land tour. Highly recommend taking the longest connoisseur escorted land tour. It is well worth the extra cost. 3. We know that the weather is not predictable but if we wanted to have warmer, less rainy days which month would be best? Originally I thought probably July. Late July or early August 4. When does Princess release the Alaska 2019 dates? December 14th. Thank you for taking the time to read and respond. See comments in red font. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 20, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted November 20, 2017 See comments in red font. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matadams4u Posted November 20, 2017 #15 Share Posted November 20, 2017 I agree with everyone. I have been on the island to Alaska pre refurbishment and it was fine and we had great weather in Alaska. When I was on it post refurbishment it was like ***? Why would anyone consciously lower the customer experience and not do anything to give the customer anything? There is great crew and service on the Island but fixing stupid will be a challenge. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 20, 2017 Author #16 Share Posted November 20, 2017 I agree with everyone. I have been on the island to Alaska pre refurbishment and it was fine and we had great weather in Alaska. When I was on it post refurbishment it was like ***? Why would anyone consciously lower the customer experience and not do anything to give the customer anything? There is great crew and service on the Island but fixing stupid will be a challenge. Sent from my iPhone using Forums I have heard that a lot that post refurb on Island was not positive. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dbld777 Posted November 20, 2017 #17 Share Posted November 20, 2017 We love NB on the Coral. Her aft viewing areas on decks 10 and 11 are her best feature. They are generally uncrowded as the average cruiser does not even realize they are there and on a NB cruise, you are out of the wind and in the sun there(there is some cover there if liquid sunshine). Usually an open lounger or two to soak in the wake view. We start out a NB cruise visiting Seattle or Vancouver for a couple of days. Then on the NB cruise the scenery just gets better every day! Once reaching Whittier, you can venture on land to either Seward or Denali for a couple of days(or more) and then fly home from Fairbanks or Anchorage on an overnight flight. Sleep on the plane on the way home and rest back at home. Just our preferences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 20, 2017 Author #18 Share Posted November 20, 2017 We love NB on the Coral. Her aft viewing areas on decks 10 and 11 are her best feature. They are generally uncrowded as the average cruiser does not even realize they are there and on a NB cruise, you are out of the wind and in the sun there(there is some cover there if liquid sunshine). Usually an open lounger or two to soak in the wake view. We start out a NB cruise visiting Seattle or Vancouver for a couple of days. Then on the NB cruise the scenery just gets better every day! Once reaching Whittier, you can venture on land to either Seward or Denali for a couple of days(or more) and then fly home from Fairbanks or Anchorage on an overnight flight. Sleep on the plane on the way home and rest back at home. Just our preferences. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John G. Posted November 20, 2017 #19 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Actually, we have seasons in Texas: summer and January! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dporter Posted November 21, 2017 Author #20 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Actually, we have seasons in Texas: summer and January! haha:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mexicobob Posted November 21, 2017 #21 Share Posted November 21, 2017 How about the Golden Princess? We are booked on her next June. Never hear anything about the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted November 21, 2017 #22 Share Posted November 21, 2017 How about the Golden Princess? We are booked on her next June. Never hear anything about the ship. The Golden is a great ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted November 21, 2017 #23 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Any ship but Island. Preference would be Coral but most others would work for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted November 21, 2017 #24 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Any ship but Island. Preference would be Coral but most others would work for me. Oh sure... relegate Island to South America. LOL. I am so looking forward to the trip, I am trying not to think about the ship modifications - just the good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mexicobob Posted November 22, 2017 #25 Share Posted November 22, 2017 The Golden is a great ship. Thanks for the response. Was beginning to worry about what we had booked. Fit our schedule and has long time in all ports and in Glacier Bay. Looked like a good cruise but was not familiar with the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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