We've sailed to Alaska 5 times, We are Platinum members, We have had cabins F307 five times and this season we have cabin F309. First of all these are not "Mini Suites". They are Window Suites, Full Suites without a balcony. Also called the "secret rooms" and great value if you can snag one. I read some of the reviews concerning smoke and noise. Just to be clear we have never experienced the odor of smoke or casino noise. There is some sound but nothing major. We also read about being charged for laundry services, well part of the perks of these cabins is that dry cleaning and laundry services are free and believe me we used it. There is one cabin F311 which I would be a little leery of because it's located close to Snookers with is a cigar bar. All of these horrible things some passengers write should be taken with a grain of salt. The Grand just came from dry dock in December and I'm looking forward to our Alaska cruise in August. Great Food, Great Entertainment, Princess doesn't disappoint