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10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Going On Our Princess Cruise

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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πŸ‘οΈ 324K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 8:54

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a series of practical recommendations and observations based on a recent experience aboard the Caribbean Princess. He begins with logistical advice, suggesting that passengers have their Medallions mailed in advance to expedite boarding and recommends using a holder for easier cabin access. Regarding dining, he advises booking specialty restaurants like Sabatini's immediately upon booking the cruise and suggests speaking with restaurant managers in person if reservations are unavailable. He also highlights the Salty Dog Cafe as a quality alternative to the buffet and notes that premium desserts and juices for specific package holders are located at Coffee and Cone and the Calypso pool bar. For relaxation, he mentions that free sauna and steam room facilities are available in the changing rooms if travelers wish to avoid the paid thermal suite. Finally, the creator warns about slow Wi-Fi speeds and long wait times for the drink delivery service, concluding that it is often more efficient to collect items personally.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Caribbean Princess
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Caribbean Princess
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we were platinum and it still didn't matter it seemed to be slow and it just took a long time for them to find our medallions

we waited over an hour and a half just to have drinks delivered to us

the bed was amazing on the Caribbean Princess

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Get the Medallion mailed instead of picking up at the port
βœ“Buy a Medallion holder for convenience
βœ“Go directly to the Sanctuary instead of the buffet first
βœ“Make reservations for specialty dining as soon as you book
βœ“Try the Salty Dog Cafe for alternative dining
βœ“Know where to get premium desserts and juices with Princess Plus/Premium

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How to get Medallion quickly β€” Have it mailed instead of picking up at port
Getting Sanctuary reservations β€” Go directly to Sanctuary, divide and conquer with partner
Missing specialty dining reservations β€” Book immediately or ask restaurant manager for cancellations

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I know before going on a Princess Cruise?
QHow can I save time and money on a Princess Cruise?
QWhat are the best tips for first-time Princess cruisers?

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