Cruising?!?

Question

Ok so I am leaving on a cruise April 8th...The princess Diamond [that would be so cool if i already knew somebody before i even got on the ship lol] Has anybody even been on this ship? Is it nice? Is there any thing extra things that I should pack besides the obvious?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

I was just on this ship last week. I loved it! Had such a fanastic Spring Break. THe ship is really nice, in great condition and not to overly decorated like some other cruise lines. The food is fantastic. The crew are pretty friendly but not as up to par as my last cruise. The rooms are smaller then Carnivals rooms, but are still fine. Lots of activites going on during the day. The had survivor in the pool. THe shows at night are such fun to go to. Dancers, comedians, magicians. I'm not sure what else you want to know but please email me and I will give you any info you like since its all pretty fresh in my brain.

I hope you have a fantastic cruise, happy cruising!

Answer 3

Dress clothes make sure they are appropriate and just bring the things that you know you will need. Make a list of everything that way you don't forget something and then realize it and have to deal without it. Just have fun and book excursions and jsut have a nice time. Also remember tipping money and I would recommend to tip more as they people like waiters and housekeepers make a small salary and they rely mostly on tips. Then they send this money to their families in their home countries and they use it. They work long hours and work about 8 months with 3 off and then do it all over again. Also try to do your best to understand their accent I know sometimes its hard but its not their fault they probably think that you have an accent too. Just have fun.

Answer 4

Just as a precaution, you may want to take some small bottles (pocket size) of hand sanitizer.  The norovirus has been going around the cruiseships recently.  Some ships have hand sanitizer all around the ship, but some only have them outside the dining areas.  Catching the norovirus can definitely ruin your vacation.  

Have a great time!

Answer 5

Yes it is nice. Generally you will find you will over pack. You should bring one nice outfit for formal night. You will probably just wear your bathing suit most of the time.  Besides that just some nice clothes for the other dinner nights and going out. You won't need a hair dryer since the ship will have one. If there is not one in the cabin ask the steward he will bring you one.  Also, make sure you leave space for souveniers and duty free booze!

Answer 6

Ok...besides the obvious....

* Power strip.  Usually only one power outlet in room.  

* Night light.  Rooms are wicked dark @ night.

* Ziploc XXL bag to take home wet, yucky, sandy clothes

* Mark the handles of your luggage with bright yarn, ribbon or plastic flags to help you find it in the cruise terminal upon debarkation

* Plenty of $1, 5 and 10 in US dollars to shop in port, pay taxis and tip tour guides

* Lanyard to carry ID card

* Pack anything you want/need before midnight as well as any valuable items in a carry on bag.  This includes extra cigarettes, precription meds.

*If traveling with a group or young teens, the 2-way radios to keep in touch

* Beach bag or back pack to carry towels and other items along for shore excursions and carry shopping finds home in.

* small amount of convenience OTC meds...sunburn relief, Tums, asprin

* Don't book your return flight home too early after dembarkation.  This process can take a few hours.

Have a good time