Live Cruise Chat: News, Stories, What’s Coming & Live Q&A
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The typical age group that you find on a Princess Cruise is 55 and above.
The elevator system is amazing on these new ships. You really miss that when you're standing there waiting 20 minutes for the elevator.
They did say some people gave them complete full refunds for their cruise itinerary and then gave them future cruise credits on their next cruise.
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LIVE Cruise Chat: News, Stories, Packing Tips & Q&A with Will & Kara 🛳️🎥 Join us for a laid-back, info-packed livestream as we dive into the latest cruise industry updates, share real stories from our recent Princess sailing, and preview what’s coming next—including our plans for the Star Princess and Emerald Princess. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or planning your first voyage, this stream is full of practical tips, honest insights, and real-time answers to your questions. 📍 Stream Highlights & Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & tech hiccups (we’re learning live!) 02:45 – Meet Will & Kara: Cruise lovers based in Florida 05:10 – How we cruise so often (vacation strategy + proximity to Fort Lauderdale) 08:30 – Booking tips: Casino offers, cabin selection, and Princess Players Club 12:15 – Cruise news: Royal Caribbean suspends Haiti stops + safety tips 16:40 – Excursion advice: DIY vs. ship-sponsored tours 20:30 – Cruise deals: Why fall is the best time to book 23:00 – Star Princess updates + ship size trends 26:10 – Favorite cruise lines: Princess, Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian 29:00 – Top picks for retirees: Holland America, Princess, Viking, Celebrity 32:45 – Why we love Princess: introvert-friendly, quiet zones, thoughtful design 36:00 – Favorite ships: Emerald Princess, Caribbean Princess, Sun Princess 41:20 – Cool features: Piazza shows, elevator tech, casino layouts 45:00 – Crown Princess repositioning issues (AC + plumbing) and how Princess handled it 48:30 – Final thoughts, subscriber shoutouts, and what’s next 💬 Live Q&A with Will & Kara We’re answering your cruise questions in real time—packing hacks, itinerary planning, ship comparisons, and more. Drop your questions in the chat and let’s cruise through them together.