Embarkation. We really expected to do a lot very slow movement toward our dream holiday. As it turned out we had barely stepped onto Station Pier (Melbourne) and we were relieved of our luggage by Princess staff. We would say it took no longer than 30 minutes from arriving to boarding. Not bad when you consider there were 2000 of us. Extremely well organized and welcoming.
Stateroom. Small, but had everything we needed. Beautiful king size bed and heaps of draws and wardrobe space. Considering we only slept,showered and dressed there it was more than adequate. The only negative comment is that when we turned off the lights at night it was BLACK. Next time we will book an Ocean View room.
Stateroom Steward. Someone had told us that the staff make you feel as though you are the most important passenger on board. That turned out to be absolutely correct. Our girl couldn't do enough for us and did things straightaway, regardless of how busy she was. First Class.
Ours was an inside cabin and you wouldn't want to be afraid of the dark because it was inkyblack with the lights off. Overall it had everything we wanted. Marvelous bed. We slept in for the first time in years. That's how comfortable we were. Middle of the boat turned out to be a bonus as we had a couple of very stormy nights. Very good.