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Sun Princess Review - First Impressions While Living On Cruise Ships Full-Time - Love or Hate?

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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 8K views๐Ÿ“… 1 years agoโฑ๏ธ 11:30
What This Creator Said
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๐Ÿง Best for SoloMediterranean ยท 87 nightsOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have no problem getting a lounger to lay out in the sun or uh dining reservations. There's even room to see the shows.

I find the elevator system amazing. It took a minute for me to stop pushing the buttons because there are no buttons inside the elevator.

I haven't found any of those things to be true. I have found that um if you get to the shows maybe 10 or 15 minutes ahead of time, there's plenty of seats available.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Check the day of the week for ports to ensure businesses are open, as some countries have religious or local holidays.
โœ“Arrive at shows 10-15 minutes early to ensure seating.
โœ“If you feel a shower curtain is unclean, ask your steward for a brand new one.
โœ“Be aware of privacy when lounging near salon windows, as you may be visible to staff and customers.
โœ“Visit guest services for free seasick medicine if you feel unwell.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowding and difficulty finding seating โ€” Arrive 10-15 minutes early to shows and use the multiple show times available.
Difficulty navigating the ship โ€” Follow the signs; they are everywhere and point you in the right direction.
Elevator operation โ€” Get used to the system where you select the floor before entering, as there are no buttons inside.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Sun Princess crowded?
QIs the Sun Princess easy to navigate?
QWhat are the dining options on the Sun Princess?
QAre the elevators efficient on the Sun Princess?
QIs the ship's spa good?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Messina, Sicily, Italy
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๐ŸŒ Living Full-Time on a Cruise Ship: First Impressions of the NEW Sun Princess by Princess Cruises ๐Ÿšข | Solo Female Traveler Review Are you dreaming of retiring abroad, living on a cruise ship full-time, or embracing the digital nomad lifestyle over 40? Join meโ€”a solo female traveler living full-time at seaโ€”as I share my honest first impressions of the brand-new Sun Princess from Princess Cruises! The Sun Princess is one of the most anticipated cruise ships of the year, but is it worth the hype? In this review, I dive into the shipโ€™s light, bright, and modern decor, the luxurious yet imperfect design, and the real passenger experienceโ€”from dining and entertainment to services and accommodations. In this video, I will review the overall look and feel of the ship, dining options, spa/salon, casino, layout, elevators, showers, shows/entertainment, and my experience for the first 11 days on an 87 day voyage around the Mediterranean. Whether you're planning to travel the world, retire on a cruise, or just want to stay in the loop about the latest cruise ship trends, this review is for you. ๐Ÿ“Œ Perfect for: Travelers over 40 Retirees seeking freedom & adventure Digital nomads Women who cruise solo Casino cruisers looking for free casino offers Anyone curious about cruise ship living โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ” ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Shop My Cruise Essentials (Amazon Storefront) From cabin must-haves to travel gear I use living full-time on cruise ships โ€” these are my go-to items. โ†’ https://www.amazon.com/shop/livingoncruisecontrol (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ” ๐Ÿ’Œ Cruise Control Postcards Receive a real handwritten postcard from the cruise ships and ports I visit around the world. Each postcard is hand-selected while Iโ€™m exploring a port, personally written, and mailed as part of my journey living full-time on cruise ships. โ†’ https://www.jotform.com/form/260955535571060 (Every postcard is unique and designs will vary based on what I find in each destination.) โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ”โ” ๐Ÿ”” Subscribe for more cruise ship reviews, casino comp tips, and full-time travel insights: @LivingOnCruiseControl ๐Ÿ‘ Like, comment, and share if you've ever dreamed of living at sea or booking your next adventure on a Princess ship! Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:24 First Impression of the Sun Princess 1:51 Quick Facts About the Ship 2:26 Is It Crowded Onboard? 3:53 Getting Around The Ship 4:07 Elevator Situation 5:11 Shower Setup 5:58 Dining Options & Bars 6:32 Overall Look Of The Ship 6:50 Spa & Salon Services 9:09 Onboard Shopping 9:49 Free Seasickness Meds From Quest Services 10:10 Casino Vibes & Setup 10:27 Casino Comp Community Patreon Page Info 11:00 Outro #LivingOnACruiseShip #cruise #SunPrincess #PrincessCruises #fulltimetravel #SoloFemaleTraveler #CruiseReview #retirement #Over40Travel #DigitalNomad #CruisingOver40 #CruiseVlog #FreeCasinoOffers #NewCruiseShipReview #cruiseshipliving #travel #cruiselife