View all 1399 Photos. I could have gotten them after all and really wanted at least one of the photos taken that last night of my friend and I. I signed up. Hi- My husband and I and another couple are thinking of booking a 10/8/05 Cruise on the Sapphire. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. There was no apology, no food, no water provided for us just a comment that all we had time for was to get back to the ship. Rough seas or not, motion sickness can ruin a cruise holiday. There are a fewcabins that have large balconies. Follows the review of Sapphire Princess staterooms as amenities, furniture and included (complimentary) services: Sapphire Princess Suites with private balcony (Grand This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. However, they are not so great if you dont know who your next-door neighbour is. WebAvoid cabins near the ships anchor Having a cabin located near the ships anchor might be disturbing on port days. Next To An Elevator. It doesn't leave you long to see any city sights. Started August 27, 2021, By This was apparently reintroduced after the refurbishment of the Sapphire Princess. WebThis is a list of all the cabins and suites onboard Princess Cruises's Sapphire Princess. Search around. The elevators, engines etc have to go somewhere. When I read A2076NSmarim's review I was furious to learn that they were aware people were on the ship with Covid. All cabins have a fridge. Search there for \"TipsForTravellers\" or \"Gary Bembridge\" WebAvoid cabins near the ships anchor Having a cabin located near the ships anchor might be disturbing on port days. Cruise ship staff come and go all hours of the day and night. Forward cabins with balconies can also lead to privacy concerns. As is typical for many cruise ships, Princess vessels offer cabins in four broad categories: Windowless inside cabins, ocean-view cabins, balcony cabins and suites. Hi- My husband and I and another couple are thinking of booking a 10/8/05 Cruise on the Sapphire. Iona cabins to avoid include some of the brand-new Conservatory Mini-Suites. Copy Link Cabins. If youre bothered by noise and vibrations, this can be a real problem. It was so busy that the line up was at least an hour and a half which would not have given me enough time to get a ticket, go to the Arizona and get back in time for the bus to return to the ship. Interior Cabins That Are Cramped and Often Windowless. They specifically said "there will be no refunds issued for the shore excursions". WebThere are only 6 Oceanview cabins on the Enchanted Princess Cruise Ship. WebTo be fair, though, I must admit that I would have preferred that the swimming pools on Sapphire Princess be heated even a little warmer than they were. The charging sockets (they are American) and the hairdryer are also located on the desk. AVOID this cruise is my advice, you need a holiday to recover from the hassle. Therefore, if you want to avoid engine vibrations and the sound of the anchor being dripped and weighed, dont book a cabin on a low deck, particularly at the fore or aft of the ship. Bridget is an award-winning solo travel blogger whose mission is to empower others to travel alone, especially those in middle age and beyond. Posted October 19, 2017. I got home October 19th and sent an email to Princess Cruises on October 20th. Oceanview/Outside cabins - about 15-20% more expensive, with windows which don't open or porthole, the cheapest of this type may have a partially (or substantially) obstructed view. There was to be entertainment first and then the Fiesta with "plenty of time" for souvenir shopping. This can also be an issue with exterior promenade decks (my cruise agent warned me against such a cabin location when booking a cruise on P&Os Iona). WebView details of Sapphire Princess Stateroom B519. As mentioned in A2076NSmarim's review, when we got to Maui we weren't allowed to leave the ship. WebSapphire Princess Cabins; Sapphire Princess Cruise Reviews - Cabins 4.0 (505 Reviews) Photo Gallery Photo. Read More. The Cruise Critic boards offer thousands of reader reviews and feedback from cruisers across every line, making them a great place to start. Some of these cabin types are on Deck 8, the Promenade Deck, which means fellow passengers can peer right into your cabin. Indicatenumber of guests, wheelchair, or connecting cabins and the deck plans will highlight those. AVOID this cruise is my advice, you need a holiday to recover from the hassle. This was the case for a lot of people not just us. All photos (54) Traveler ( 41) Common Areas ( 11) Dining and Bars ( 1) WebThis is a list of all the cabins and suites onboard Princess Cruises's Sapphire Princess. I never book a cabin aft of the center elevator for that very reason. WebSky Princess Cabins to Avoid. Close. SORT BY. A member of my Life Well Cruised community shared this tip, which she unfortunately experienced on a past cruise. But just within the balcony cabin grade, there are many different options available, with different-sized balconies. The bathroom was standard with a shower. I did it once. The excursions were unbelievably disappointing. We have previously booked the 4/17/07 Sapphire Princess Sydney to SF. Do you really want to wake up at dawn each day to the scraping of sunloungers and tables being pulled into position for the day ahead? I went to do laundry, bought the tokens, followed the instructions and the washer would not unlock. This means that I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links. I called, went on chat, emailed and finally at 7 a.m. one day I called and got an actual person. Deck plans will readily identify cabins that have interconnecting doors. As these cabins offer little privacy, they should be avoided. Certain staterooms may vary in size, decor and configuration. Mostly all other balcony cat. As a first-time cruiser, choosing a cabin can seem overwhelming. Let my experience of solo travelling to 70+ countries over three decades help you find your perfect travel adventure with a twist of affordable luxury. I was stressed out already and then, with my breathing being very bad, had to lug my suitcases down to the customer service desk when I could have easily paid the balance once I got home. I had booked an excursion for about $200 U.S. - Like everyone else on the ship, we weren't impressed that not only did we not see Maui, we were also missing out on our excursion. Sapphire was not ready for primetime! A member of my Life Well Cruised community shared this tip, which she unfortunately experienced on a past cruise. The alternative was to go onshore but as we had just spent 3 days there it didn't seem worth the hassle. Select Onboard Our Ships, Deck Plans, Sapphire Princess. 1. WebTo be fair, though, I must admit that I would have preferred that the swimming pools on Sapphire Princess be heated even a little warmer than they were. I was in C209 (deck 10) and had no issues. Does anyone have some insights on the best balcony or mini-suite cabins on the Sapphire? CC Help Jenn Cabins that can be worse for seasickness 4. While some lines have a slight separation between the elevator shafts and cabins, others do not. Furthermore, there is more storage space in the desk. All of these cabins are a Deluxe Oceanview cabins but as you can see from the deck plan it appears S104, S102, S101 and S103 are larger. More stress unnecessary stress because they demand their money. There are few cabins on Sky Princess that passengers should avoid. These tips from Gary Bembridge, cruise expert and author, apply to all grades of cabins and will help ensure you select a cabin that will provide the most enjoyable time in board. Related: The Guarantee Gamble: The Odds of an Upgrade When the Cruise Line Picks Your Cabin. Seems Princess Cruises doesn't feel obliged to respond to anyone. Review for Sapphire Princess to Mexican Riviera. We have previously booked the 4/17/07 Sapphire Princess Sydney to SF. But if like me, you want your cabin to be your sanctuary, you need to choose wisely. According to Sapphire Princess deck plans, interior cabins start around 160 square feet, and accommodations go up to 323 square feet for minisuites. There are 16 passenger decks, 7 with cabins. Folks got pretty upset and there were a number of altercations (verbal and physical) between passengers over various things. If you're a light sleeper, anything near a dance club, sports venue, lido deck or all-night eatery could mean throbbing bass, bouncing basketballs and the sweet sound of deck chairs scraping well into the night. This may sound self-evident but means not all the cabins, even in the same grade, will be the same size. #19. But such cabins can bring a downside if the people in the cabin next to you are strangers: You might hear more of them than you wish, as these doors sometimes arent very soundproof. Please click a cabin number below for more details about that particular cabin. This may sound self-evident but means not all the cabins, even in the same grade, will be the same size. WebSky Princess Cabins to Avoid. A member of my Life Well Cruised community shared this tip, which she unfortunately experienced on a past cruise. More passengers arrived and the embarkation hall ended up with at least 1500 people and maybe 500 chairs. Easily find all the details for your cruise holiday: images, stats and their relevant deck plans. Even if you've sailed a line before, don't assume cabin sizes are similar from ship to ship. No Princess Cruises, $146 "goodwill gesture" will not do. I couldn't believe it! cabins have 9' x 5' covered balconies. Go to Princess.com. An obstructed-view cabin might cost less, but the quality of the vista varies from room to room. Not once. All photos (54) Traveler ( 41) Common Areas ( 11) Dining and Bars ( 1) December 2022 Cruise was on 2 December 2022. Select interior and oceanview cabins feature extra Pullman berths ideal for Wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are 27 (balconies, outsides, insides). As these cabins offer little privacy, they should be avoided. Increasingly, newer ships have a promenade that runs through the middle of the ship, which can be overlooked by cabins. Sapphire Princess was built in 2004 and refurbished in 2018, shes the sister to Diamond Princess and carries around 2600 passengers. The refurbishment took place in Singapore and took two weeks to complete. Someone at the dinner table that night said they were charged $200 others said they weren't charged at all. WebAvoid cabins above or below show lounge; Avoid cabins under fitness center; Avoid cabins above night club; Avoid cabins above casino; Avoid cabins under or above crew areas; Avoid cabins near multi-level atriums; Note. Sorry to hear that- thanks for the heads up. When I got home and called the number on the card, they couldn't find anything about the offer. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Windstar Yachts vs. Windstar Sailing Ships, 8 Things to Know About the Cheapest Cruise Ship Cabins, 10 Reasons to Take a Cruise over a Land Holiday. On our last cruise on the Sapphire Princess (granted, it is a different class of ship from the Island Princess), we had a cabin aft of the aft elevators and only noticed a lot of vibration on the last day when the Sapphire had to complete a 360 degree turn in the Port of LA because of the impending drydock and the supplies on the dock that had to be loaded. WebThe 10 Cabins To Avoid On A Cruise. Im Bridget, an award-winning, London-based travel writer with perpetually itchy feet. The deck plans state they are all 172 sq ft and right at the front of the ship on deck 17 (Sun Deck). cabin and only one desk chair. Falklands had to be cancelled. Doesn't seem like a great reason to dismiss Princess from your future cruises. As noted above, a significant portion of cabins on all Princess ships are balcony cabins the category of cabin that everyone wants these days. We're both legally blind so we don't go out into Mexico or off the ship. According to Sapphire Princess deck plans, interior cabins start around 160 square feet, and accommodations go up to 323 square feet for minisuites. Obstructed view rooms if a view is important to you 7. $1228. They will offer a "goodwill gesture" and refund the $140 charged for Princess Prizes and the $6.00 I lost at the laundromat. I had gone to the spa for a hair cut and got talked into buying about $300 in hair products. Cabins directly adjacent to the laundromat 5. 1-800-774-6237 Website. #19. If youre planning on a bucket-list worthy sailing across the Atlantic on Cunards Queen Mary 2 (with several back-to-back sea days) and youre looking forward to enjoying hours spent reading, relaxing and enjoying drinks on your balcony with endless ocean views, youre not going to want to avoid a cabin with obstructed views. Cabin # B519 is a Category BB - Balcony Stateroom located on Baja Deck. grampakennysr@gmail.com. WebSapphire Princess cabins with balconies are 750 (75% of all the 890 outside rooms). Started June 21, 2021, By WebAvoid cabins above or below show lounge; Avoid cabins under fitness center; Avoid cabins above night club; Avoid cabins above casino; Avoid cabins under or above crew areas; Avoid cabins near multi-level atriums; Note. Wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are 27 (balconies, outsides, insides). The Sapphire Princess is a lovely ship, full of enough tucked-away spots that you rarely feel the full force of the 2,700+ passengers and 1,100 crew members aboard. *Deck plans are subject to change at any time. You should begin by looking at the deck plans on the Princess web site. WebAll the info you need on Sapphire Princess cabins with Princess Cruises. We were advised that because of the delays, fuel and supplies were not obtained that that we would have do set sail to San Antonio (our original embarkation point) to get needed supplies and stores. All descriptions are general as it relates to a particular category. Number of Decks: Some people are receiving something and some are not. Had I of known prior to boarding the ship, I would have purchased a ticket online myself (as others had done). Location is very important and a cabin number search on this board can go a long way to steering you in the right direction. Perfect for those wanting to take a stroll or jog to burn off those cruise calories. But the decision goes a little bit deeper than cabin type and how far along the deck you are. Started August 27, 2021, By There are a limited number of rollaway beds per ship, per voyage. WebA Princess Cruises cabin primer. A guarantee cabin, or guaranteed cabin, is when you are not given a specific cabin allocation on booking. cabins on deck 10 have 9' x 9' balconies with 5 ft. of cover and 4 ft. uncovered. Take responsibility and treat your passengers the way we should be treated. I am not a fan of the floating tower blocks but to be fair this ship was very comfortable and the staff are really good. Sapphire Princess was built in 2004 and refurbished in 2018, shes the sister to Diamond Princess and carries around 2600 passengers. Close. Before booking an inside cabin, carefully read the dimensions and check out deck plans before booking. As these cabins offer little privacy, they should be avoided. They never did. WebAs you set your sights on the wonders of the world, let Sapphire Princess indulge your every whim. Princess did not inform us and 45, other Australians of the visa requirements and we were all denied boarding. That's a LOT of posts to wade through! If you don't have a stomach of steel, the cruise ship cabins to avoid are the ones located in parts of the ship that could make you queasy, at the front or back. That was nice. December 20, 2010. $1228. The Interior Cabin on Marina. Cabins that can be worse for seasickness 4. Well worth the $25 extra. The final nail in the coffin of this trip was being disembarked at 7.30 in the morning and having to wait nearly 14 hours before our flight left. Read More. Balcony cabins near the front of the ship 3. HELP. Find. Royal promenade cabins allow you to watch all the parades without paying extra for it! When I chose 2, I went to pay and was told there was nothing on file about me having the photo package, I'd have to pay again. advised that the ship could not dock due to strong winds. I was charged $140!!!!! Being a Princess newbie, I was unaware that the mini-suites on Dolphin deck are exposed and had booked one. this is my 43rd cruise on princess I've done 18 on carnival and one on the Norwegian and I'm planning on doing a lot more and the rest of my life but I do want a warm pool as number one so if this can be helpful to anybody you can ask your travel agent or princess to see if the pools are warm or cold it's up to you your choice thank you for reading my review I appreciate it God bless you and have a great great safe trip. Join my travel tribe to receive newsletters containing top tips and hot-off-the-press travel news. Select Onboard Our Ships, Deck Plans, Sapphire Princess. It never did. Other cruise ship cabins to avoid if privacy is at the top of your list include the mini-suites beneath the SeaWalk on Royal Princess and Regal Princess and cabins facing the Boardwalk and Central Park areas on Royal Caribbean's Oasis-class ships. You can go to YouTube and search Sapphire Princess balcony cabins and there are numerous video reviews. My final tip for cruise ship cabins is to avoid an upgrade. It seems once Princess has your money, you're not that valuable anymore. Interior Cabins That Are Cramped and Often Windowless. Others are very unhappy about the change. To give you an example of just how small interior cruise rooms can be on a cruise, the average master bedroom in a British household runs about 147 square feet, according to the most recent Local Authority Building Control studies. All photos (54) Traveler ( 41) Common Areas ( 11) Dining and Bars ( 1) To prevent you from making a costly mistake, here are 13 cruise ship cabins to avoid. Location is very important and a cabin number search on this board can go a long way to steering you in the right direction. Sail Date: September 2022. The deck plans state they are all 172 sq ft and right at the front of the ship on deck 17 (Sun Deck). Book Sapphire Princess Room B519 on iCruise.com. Balcony cabins (also called Veranda) - 30-40% more expensive than Inside; have outside chairs and a table, often with 4-star amenities. Guarantee Cabins Are Often The Ones to Avoid. Balconies have two chairs and a table. You can get them at any drugstore or Walmart. Princess removed the "barrel" chair and there is now only the "desk" chair. we come on the cruise so that we can enjoy the ship. It was my understanding that boarding was not completed until 10PM or later. Cruise ship cabins directly above or below lounges and nightclubs, for example, may have some added noise when those venues are in use. Dance the night away, enjoy casino gaming or relax and rejuvenate body and mind at the Lotus Spa. Located near the front of the ship the adults-only lotus pool is one of five swimming pools you can choose from. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. Very tasteless and unpalatable. Review for Sapphire Princess to Mexican Riviera. WebSail Date: December 2022. What's worse? On our last cruise on the Sapphire Princess (granted, it is a different class of ship from the Island Princess), avoid-at-all-costs cabins. The final nail in the coffin of this trip was being disembarked at 7.30 in the morning and having to wait nearly 14 hours before our flight left. Whilst booking a guaranteed cabin is a way to cut cruising costs, it is a massive gamble. Being a Princess newbie, I was unaware that the mini-suites on Dolphin deck are exposed and had booked one. Originally we were to leave the port of San Antonio, Chile but it was changed to Valparaiso a few weeks before departure. Our first table (426) was terrible. First-hand travel inspiration, advice and tips based on the over 20 years I have been travelling every month.Follow me on all social media platforms. Unless you find the whirr of a washing machine or the rumble of a tumble dryer restful, make sure that your cabin is not located close to the laundry room. The elevators, engines etc have to go somewhere. Follows the review of Sapphire Princess staterooms as amenities, furniture and included (complimentary) services: Sapphire Princess Suites with private balcony (Grand Find your stateroom WiFi. It goes without saying that elevators are noisy and run 24/7. No, I hadn't heard a word. By 5 PM you could not find a Princess Cruises employee anywhere as they had taken cover behind the ropes at least 100 feet from any passengers. Whats the deal with inside staterooms? Think we will have the same problem with the engine noise? They kept trying use a credit card that was giving me trouble. As is typical for many cruise ships, Princess vessels offer cabins in four broad categories: Windowless inside cabins, ocean-view cabins, balcony cabins and suites. Clicking on a cabin will bring up some information. "What cruise cabins should I avoid on a cruise?" 10+ Cruises Age 70s. bear17, January 29, 2012 in Princess Cruises. WebView details of Sapphire Princess Stateroom B519. WebThere are only 6 Oceanview cabins on the Enchanted Princess Cruise Ship. Simple. 0203 848 3600 Already Booked? If youre bothered by noise and vibrations, this can be a real problem. Review for Sapphire Princess to Mexican Riviera. Many passengers told me that happened to them as well. Read the full disclosure here. A guarantee cabin isn't actually a type of cabin, but rather a method of booking a cabin. WebPrincess Cruises Sapphire Princess Cabins, Suites, & Stateroom Pictures. Square footage varies based on stateroom category and deck location. So, should you be a light sleeper, avoid the cruise ship cabins adjacent to the elevators. WebPublic Areas. Going for an 'Upgrade' or a 'Guarantee' for me is also a 'No No'. As noted above, a significant portion of cabins on all Princess ships are balcony cabins the category of cabin that everyone wants these days. 1. The charging sockets (they are American) and the hairdryer are also located on the desk. Fuel supplements may apply. We're poor college students so we kinda just went with what we could afford. Therefore, before we dive into which cruise cabins to avoid, here are the four basic types of cruise cabins (or staterooms as they are also called) to choose from: READ THIS NEXT: Planning a Cruise Like a Pro!
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