"LIVE" from Regal Princess - October 24, 2023

[Radio]

Welcome to "LIVE" from Regal Princess.

 

Hello everyone, and good day. The Sea is Calling.

 

I will be flying to Fort Lauderdale tomorrow to sail the beautiful Regal Princess on October 24th (This Tuesday).

I really don’t like to fly, and this is the 2nd time I’ve flown this year (“Oh the humanity”), but I really wanted to sail to a couple of ports that I have

not been to.

The last time I sailed with Princess was 20 years ago on Grand Princess (2003). Regal Princess is much newer (2014)

 

Regal Princess has been sailing in the United Kingdom all summer and is finishing her 15-night repositioning cruise from Southampton to Fort Lauderdale.

I am also sailing a repo cruise from FLL to Galveston where Regal Princess will be spending the winter.

I am really hoping for some nice weather in Fort Lauderdale as I will be staying there for 2 nights (Pre-Cruise) near Port Everglades. After the cruise, I will be staying an additional 1 night in Houston before coming home.

Regal Princess will be sailing a very nice 12-night itinerary. We are scheduled for port calls at Tortola (BVI), Antigua, Curaçao, Aruba, and Cozumel. (with a bunch of pleasurable sea days)

 

I have been following many reports that offer many nice features of Regal Princess as well as some things that aren’t very nice. You will be viewing the ship through my eyes, and I will provide you with my thoughts onboard.

 

Some friends will be joining me on this cruise, and it should be a lot of fun. I am looking forward to entering Passenger Terminal 2 at Port Everglades and stepping onboard Regal Princess this Tuesday.

 

There will be much more coming in just a few days . . . Thanks for tuning in.

 

Radio

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Regal Princess Itinerary
Oct 24, 2023

 

 

 

 

 

American Airlines
Airbus A320

 

 

 

 

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport

 

 

 

 

Yes, I'm sure I can find one of these on board.

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Edited October 21, 2023 by Radio

[LACruiser88]

Have a great cruise!  The Regal is one of our favorite Royal class ship.

[jwattle]

Following the fun! 😄

[Fortunate 2 travel]

We had a fantastic time on the beautiful Regal Princess this past summer.  British Isle cruise.  She is a beautiful ship.  Have a fantastic time!!

[Marion B]

Thanks for doing this Radio.  Wishing you a fabulous cruise.

 We have never sailed  Regal, but have two upcoming cruises -Galveston in January and British Isles in May.  Looking forward to learning all about her from your postings.

 

Marion

[greatestvalue]

Looking for to your trip.  We are considering her for a British Isles cruise in May 2024 as well. 

Enjoy your trip!!

[cdrmer]

Any idea of the sanctuary pricing on the Regal ? It was 40.00 per day back in May on the Emerald.

[Radio]

32 minutes ago, cdrmer said:

Any idea of the sanctuary pricing on the Regal ? It was 40.00 per day back in May on the Emerald.

  cdrmer, I will check it out on board. Stay tuned . . . 

[Steelers36]

41 minutes ago, cdrmer said:

Any idea of the Sanctuary pricing on the Regal ? It was 40.00 per day back in May on the Emerald.

Prices are the same on all ships.  $40 full day.  $20 half day.  $30 full day if book entire voyage.  There are also Cabanas at a very steep $220/day.

[Cajuntraveler]

We will be boarding the Regal in Galveston next month.  Looking forward to tagging along on your cruise. Enjoy!

[ShipWalker]

We will be first time Princess cruisers on the Regal next February.

 

Will definitely be following this thread for all things Regal. Thanks!

[1emerald1]

I really like your itinerary; wish I'd noticed it sooner!

[greatestvalue]

1 hour ago, 1emerald1 said:

I really like your itinerary; wish I'd noticed it sooner!

I am so bummed. I was looking at the May 15 on Regal Princess and just realized it doesnt go to Scotland Highlands.  The one place that is a must see.  

Cant do the May 3rd, as I will be on a TA on our way over to South Hampton.  Thinking we will just have to add 4 days to the trip, backtrack and go the Highlands seperately. 

[canadarocks]

Hope you have a wonderful cruise! If you choose to, please share the MDR menus. 😊

[Pittypatbr]

I am cruising out of Galveston in February and it will be my first time on Princess.  I am looking forward to learning more about the Regal Princess and reading your reviews.  Thanks for sharing.

[clochette]

thinking about trying Princess, so really looking forward to following your experience, thanks for sharing your trip

[atakkat]

We will be on Regal in January. Looking forward to your review. Wishing you all the best weather!!!

[kjg46]

We will be on your Regal sailing as well. I hope the weather in the BVI and Antigua clears up by the time we arrive. Have a great cruise.

All the Best

[no1superfan]

Following. Thank you!

[egregious cruiser]

https://www.portevergladeswebcam.com

 

See you Tuesday………

Lunch at Noon Tuesday in Concerto dining room???

 

I wear a black US Army retired hat and would like to meet you.  

[egregious cruiser]

[Leo37]

We spent two weeks on the Regal last summer and had a great time. Good ship and good memories. Enjoy!

[satxdiver]

Following we will be on the Regal in March.

 

[Radio]

Hello everyone, I made it to Fort Lauderdale in one piece. The flight was smooth, but I had to connect at CLT. I had a 2-hour layover but we arrived at FLL at about 7:25 PM.

 

It took me about 30 minutes to get my luggage, but it was a very short ride to the hotel. I don't like to fly . . .

The weather was nice and warm (81°f) when I landed.

 

Tomorrow the weather should be the same and it will be a “Radio Rest” day for me because Tuesday is CRUISE DAY!

 

Radio

 

 

My ride from Charlotte to Fort Lauderdale is waiting

 

 

 

 

I wonder if the Captain needs some help.

 

 

 

 

The Security lines at CLT were very long.

 

 

 

 

My Flight Attendant was very nice and had nice jokes.

 

 

 

Edited October 23, 2023 by Radio

[egregious cruiser]

Gettin close!!