Sapphire vs Caribbean Princess? Have you been on both?

[KimmyinLA]

Hello,

There just happens to be a cruise on the Sapphire that fits perfectly into our schedule but we're wondering if it's the almost identical to the Caribbean Princess (which we were fortunate to just have experienced). I've checked out the ship design and info on princess.com and have read some of the reviews on CC but am really looking for addt'l info.

So, if you have been on both ships -- could you please share you experience?

Here are a couple of q's I have:

* are there enough seats in the showroom? Or do you have to find a spot for yourself early?

* average passenger age? What can we expect for Sapphire during the month of Oct for a 7 day to Mexico?

* any specific thing you *loved*loved*loved about the Sapphire? anything you didn't care for?

 

Just a quick note of thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to read and answer these questions:)