This was the last Caribbean Princess cruise leaving New York ports for any southern cruising from November 2012 through the 2013 to perhaps and hopefully returning in 2014. That and the original itnerary is why I booked this one cruise for 2012.
Although our cruise itinerary was shortened from 10 to 8 days due to the effects of hurricane Sandy, we departed from the best New york port, Pier 8 Manhattan.
A most enjoyable cruise although we lost three desired port stops for which we booked this cruise considering our return required the additional expense and inconvenience of flying home instead of a preferred home port return.
P302 great location amidship near piazza two anytime dining rooms and theater, quiet, 2nd class unobstructed window, no closet by ship design although adequate hanging space, bathroom and stateroom inferior design to Royal Caribbeans Brilliance of the Sea although about the same square footage.