First cruise ever

[1stresponder2086]

On Dec 9, I’ll be sailing on the Panorama.  For me, it. Is only a 50 minute flight.  Any tips for this ship?  Thank you

[Ilovesailaway]

 

Basic advice:

Arrive in your depature city at least one day before your cruise begins. Flights can be unreliable.

If you drink, get the package.

Pack some OTC meds including motion sickness meds incase you need them.

When in port make sure you have a solid plan to get back to the ship on time.

Don't read too many reviews... go with an open mind.

Have a great cruise, hope it's the first of many.

[LatinaInTexas]

Made sure to eat at JiJis. It's a pay restaurant but it's only like $17pp and it's amazing food, so much food, well worth the price.

[skrufy]

My suggestions are, after you board, go get the mandatory  muster drill out of the way. Then go have lunch. After lunch, if luggage is in your cabin, unpack. Next take an hour and walk the ship get the layout. Enjoy sail away. The last thing is don’t try to do everything there is to do on the ship, you will never do it all, Pick out things you would like to do each morning from the daily planner. One more thought, pack a change of cloths in your carry on. Luggage sometimes arrives late. First night dinner is super casual. Last, Last honest. Have a great 1st cruise.

[ObstructedView2]

1 hour ago, 1stresponder2086 said:

I’ll be sailing on the Panorama.

Any tips for this ship?

 

Hi @1stresponder2086🙂

 

(Click Here) Panorama Ship Features/Public Areas

 

 

 

💃🍹💃

[Butterbean1000]

Bring lots of small bills, 1s and 5s for tips.

[kona_wahine]

The thing that helped me the most was studying deck plans and figuring out where everything is. It’s kind of overwhelming when you first board and not knowing where to go. Head to the lido deck, and if you like Italian find that restaurant up the stairs at lido. We did that on Panorama in February and the food was great and not the massive amount of people. 

[Drew B 58]

On Panorama, don’t miss the Lanai (outside deck areas on deck 5).  Some of the best seating in the ship and never crowded!

[mz-s]

Stay away from the railings

[glrounds]

I know it's old, but take half the clothes you think you'll need and DOUBLE the money. You'll love the Panorama and its journey down the coast.

[Haljo1935]

Welcome to cruising and to Cruise Critic!!

When you remove half your clothes from your suitcase, put in your patience and flexibility; they go a long way toward having a great experience.

Safe travels - enjoy your cruise!

[1stresponder2086]

2 hours ago, Drew B 58 said:

On Panorama, don’t miss the Lanai (outside deck areas on deck 5).  Some of the best seating in the ship and never crowded!

Thank you. Just put it on my list

[1stresponder2086]

48 minutes ago, glrounds said:

I know it's old, but take half the clothes you think you'll need and DOUBLE the money. You'll love the Panorama and its journey down the coast.

Exactly

[1stresponder2086]

2 hours ago, kona_wahine said:

The thing that helped me the most was studying deck plans and figuring out where everything is. It’s kind of overwhelming when you first board and not knowing where to go. Head to the lido deck, and if you like Italian find that restaurant up the stairs at lido. We did that on Panorama in February and the food was great and not the massive amount of people. 

Great idea

[1stresponder2086]

5 hours ago, Ilovesailaway said:

 

Basic advice:

Arrive in your depature city at least one day before your cruise begins. Flights can be unreliable.

If you drink, get the package.

Pack some OTC meds including motion sickness meds incase you need them.

When in port make sure you have a solid plan to get back to the ship on time.

Don't read too many reviews... go with an open mind.

Have a great cruise, hope it's the first of many.

Well I will be flying in the morning.  But that sounds like Good advice

[1stresponder2086]

4 hours ago, ObstructedView2 said:

 

Hi @1stresponder2086🙂

 

(Click Here) Panorama Ship Features/Public Areas

 

 

 

💃🍹💃

Thank you

[1stresponder2086]

4 hours ago, skrufy said:

My suggestions are, after you board, go get the mandatory  muster drill out of the way. Then go have lunch. After lunch, if luggage is in your cabin, unpack. Next take an hour and walk the ship get the layout. Enjoy sail away. The last thing is don’t try to do everything there is to do on the ship, you will never do it all, Pick out things you would like to do each morning from the daily planner. One more thought, pack a change of cloths in your carry on. Luggage sometimes arrives late. First night dinner is super casual. Last, Last honest. Have a great 1st cruise.

Brilliant info.  Thank you

[ChuckF]

Pack extra hangers and at least one multi-outlet adapter. 

[Beav1279]

Pig and Anchor has a lunch buffet outside on sea days.

The craft beer class & brewery tour is cool and you get to drink a lot of beer.

Go to the comedy shows and mainstage acts.

Check out karaoke and trivia.

Enjoy your trip!

[skrufy]

1 hour ago, ChuckF said:

Pack extra hangers and at least one multi-outlet adapter. 

Forget the hangers, save the luggage space. Ask your cabin steward for hangers. Agree with the adapter, don’t bring one with a circuit breaker, it will be confiscated.

[Pellaz]

Do NOT pack your travel documents -- passport, boarding pass, birth certificate if used --  in your checked luggage (if you're checking luggage at the pier); make SURE they stay with you during the embarkation process.  Otherwise your vacation will come to an abrupt, sad end.   😮  

 

Have fun!  We are sailing on the Horizon, Panorama's sister ship, in about 11 hours.  🙂  

 

 

 

[Pellaz]

3 hours ago, Beav1279 said:

Pig and Anchor has a lunch buffet outside on sea days.

 

This is also open on embark day, but isn't often mentioned as a Lido Buffet alternative so it's usually uncrowded.  

[1stresponder2086]

Thank you for all these wonderful ideas.

[May1cruiser]

-Enjoy the crew, they are amazing

-Many floors are cabins only, this will save time trying to find everything

-half the clothes, agree 100%

-Star gazing is encouraged. Also sunset/sunrise. Very special while at sea. 

-ENJOY!

Edited October 14, 2023 by May1cruiser

[Butterbean1000]

6 minutes ago, May1cruiser said:

-Enjoy the crew, they are amazing

-Many floors are cabins only, this will save time trying to find everything

-half the clothes, agree 100%

-Star gazing is encouraged. Also sunset/sunrise. Very special while at sea. 

-ENJOY!

I have never been able to see the stars on the ship.  Too many lights.