Crown Princess Review
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This was my fourth Princess cruise and was definately the best taken on this line. Princess really does the best job in hiring good people and training them well. Service was excellent.
The staff is also great at organizing things on the ship to keep the lines down to a minimum. Both embarkation and disembarkation were smooth and easy.
Activities on the ship were the same as many of the other Princess ships and could be organized better to accommotate the various dinner times. We had late seating dinner and by the time we were done with dinner the good entertainment was over.
Cabin Review
Balcony
The balcony cabin was standard. The bathroom is tiny with an very small shower. Princess needs to improve the storage in the actual shower as there is very little space to put personal items.
Balcony was wonderful and large.
Storage in the closet is ample for two women traveling together. Plenty of hangars and shelves. Drawer space is minimal.
Port Reviews
Los Angeles
Just the embarkation point. There is nothing around the cruise terminal of interest and you are far from any sights in Los Angeles.
San Diego
Another big city and getting around can be difficult if you are short on time or don't know your way around.
I recommend the Midway Museum which is right next to the cruise terminal. Very interesting place to learn about our Navy and recent naval history.
Cabo San Lucas
VERY touristy with dozens of people trying to sell you something every time you turn around. This can get quite annoying.
Very easy to book your own tour on shore without going throught the cruiseline. This will save you money. Water taxis for a quick once-around the shore sights are everywhere.
La Paz
Less mass tourist than Cabo. Nice little market area near where the tenders dock. Good street tacos! City is the capital of the state, so it's a commercial and government center in addition to a tourist stop. Walk around the town to get a feel for the area. Very safe. The Cathedral is pretty. Have lunch along the Malecon.
Puerto Vallarta
Lots to see and do, as this is an older tourist hub with more infrastructure. Does not have the same "safe" feeling as ports on the Baja peninsula, but if you mind your surroundings you will be fine. Much warmer here than on the peninsula also. The cathedral in the old town is lovely.