First cruise after drydock

[karatemom2]

We just booked a cruise on the Majestic for next April 1. Yes, April Fool's Day! It's a great itinerary that we have wanted to do for awhile and the timing works perfectly for us to squeeze it in and use our current Casino Come Back offer from our trip last week on the Ruby. All good and we are not looking to change our mind.

 

This post is just more curiosity and level setting expectations as it appears ours will be the first cruise on the Majestic following a three week dry dock period. So, I'm just curious what others experiences have been on taking a cruise on a ship fresh out of dry dock. 

 

[skynight]

This recent posting may be of interest to you

 

[karatemom2]

Thank you for sharing that @skynight! Very helpful information. I can't say I'm disappointed because we really enjoy The Catch as a specialty dining option. And I can't imagine a Princess cruise without my pizza by the slice! So, it all sounds good to me. I can't say I will miss the Noodle Bar or other restaurant, as you can't miss what you have never experienced. I am glad I will still have two of the things added that I really value!

[VibeGuy]

It depends on the nature of the dry dock.  
 

For one like this, it’s better than even odds that there will be interior work in progress on at least one or two subsequent sailings.  Usually this is stuff like passageway carpeting, painting, tile and stone work and open deck rails/partitions.  It’s generally not too disruptive to passengers, but some people get testy about seeing contractors on board. 

[PacnGoNow]

I think it’s better than the last sailing before the dry dock! 
They also, start doing things just before the dry dock, to get a head start.  Crew isn’t excited, because they help in drydock also.

 

So, much better AFTER drydock. Majority of the replacements and repair have been completed. (Not All)

 

Anyway, I’m sure you’ll enjoy!