I am writing as a first-time Princess Cruiser, 4th total cruise (all others RCCL), and my cruising partner was my best girlfriend. I am 41, married with kids, but this was a girls trip all the way. I was really nervous and was trying to find some way to change our ship even within 45 days of our cruise after reading the reviews. I am happy to report it was a wonderful trip, and a beautiful ship. Does it have things that can be improved on? absolutely. Was it perfect? no, no ship is "perfect". Would I sail on it again? WITHOUT A DOUBT!!!
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Stayed at Renaissance. It was fine. Very close to port. Also close to shopping so picking up a few extra things was easy. $6 transfer to pier.
this room was awesome. Plenty of space and large extended balcony. No worries with the Sea Walk; you will not feel that your privacy is compromised! Combo bath/shower is nice and plenty of storage. Suitcases easily fit under bed.