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Princess Cruises Tips and Tricks for Beginners

Cruising with Kristie
Cruising with Kristie
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πŸ‘οΈ 36K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 12:35

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive overview of the Princess Cruises experience, specifically focusing on the differences between various fare packages. She explains the distinctions between the Standard, Princess Plus, and Princess Premiere options, noting that some amenities like casual dining and room service delivery have transitioned from the standard fare to paid packages. The video details the utility of the Princess Medallion, a wearable device used for room access, payments, and ship navigation, and recommends using the MedallionClass app for check-in and trip customization. Additional practical advice includes tips on saving money by bringing a bottle of wine to consume in cabins, suggestions for finding medallion accessories on Amazon, and guidance on dress codes for formal nights. The creator also covers dining options, ranging from complimentary main dining rooms to specialty restaurants like Harmony and Crown Grill. Finally, she describes onboard entertainment such as Broadway shows, Movies Under the Stars, and the water fountain show on the Majestic Princess, while noting helpful ship features like the directional carpet patterns used to distinguish port and starboard sides.

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Solid Strip
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've never been on a Princess cruise before so I let her know all the work I'm doing and researching all about the ship all about the restaurants

Princess with its love Moe appeals to middle-aged couples to retirees and to multi-generational families with its traditional ceilings

one tip is go on Amazon they have a accessories for specifically princess medallions or you could always use an air tag accessory as well

I did not pay the $10 just $10 to have The Medallion ship to our house so we are sailing with the standard fair

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring a bottle of wine per person onto the cruise to save money
βœ“Pay $10 to have the Medallion shipped to your house for Green Lane access
βœ“Download the Princess Medallion Class app a month ahead to check in
βœ“Use the app to customize your trip with dietary preferences and daily itineraries
βœ“Check the Princess Patter paper schedule if you prefer a physical copy

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not getting the Medallion shipped in time for Green Lane access β€” Pay $10 to have the Medallion shipped to your house if you choose the Standard fare
Understanding what to wear on formal nights β€” Women can wear cocktail dresses or pants outfits; men can wear slacks and a button-up shirt with a jacket

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the differences between Princess cruise packages (Standard, Plus, Premiere)?
QHow does the Princess Medallion work and what are its benefits?
QWhat should beginners know about Princess cruise dining and entertainment?
QHow can first-timers prepare for their Princess cruise vacation?

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