Island Princess Review

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Great holiday getaway

Review for the Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Island Princess
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Sail Date: Dec 2017
Cabin: Oceanview Mini-Suite

Ship

Captain Tuco made the trip. He was very personable and very visible. Stopped to talk to passengers and crew alike. Made sure things were running smoothly, taking pictures of things needing attention or speaking directly to the responsible crew member if on site. Fully participated in special holiday events, playing off Callie the cruise host. By the of the cruise many were emulating his “bye,bye” ending of his noon navigation reports

Exit doors to the deck were very heavy and problematic for one if carrying meal or drink; handicapped persons really struggled getting them open and going through the door unless some stopped to help.

Cabin Review

Oceanview Mini-Suite

Cabin MY

Loved the two new large flat screen TV's for once didn't have to crane our necks upward to see the TV. Great new beds and pillows, though would have preferred a menu providing less fluffiness. Furnishings stained, and scarred. Plenty of room in the main area but bathroom very small. Had to hang an over-the door shoe organizer in the closet to corral our OTC remedies, first aid items and medications. Have learned to carry those with us as the ship's store or Medical are very expensive. Eg $4.19 for FOUR cold capsules.

Port Reviews

Huatulco

boat ride along the coast-line. I know, bit strange we were on another ship, but it was nice to get close to the numerous bays. Then went on a short bus ride for pictures; don’t understand why they spent 20 mins looking a large hotels? As usual there is always one couple that consistently is the last on the bus. Self-same couple insisted that the tour was already running late, a stop had to be made at the church. By the time they came back to the bus it was 15 mins before ship’s departure when we arrived at the dock. Not enough golf carts to take back those requiring assistance, so we were literally the last on the boat; Officer reassured us that [because we are on a hip's excursion] they knew we hadn’t returned and were waiting for us.

Puerto Quetzal (Antigua)

As we aren’t interested in historical buildings or visiting a volcano, I visite a nice little shopping area where local craftsman sell their wares. Enjoyed looking at the brightly colored fabrics and bought a few souvenirs. The vendors were very friendly, and helpful. One even located the item I wanted in another shop. Did not use the available restaurant or bar.

Manzanillo

Where we were docked it was a long walk to the head of the pier to catch the tour busses or go into town I walked to the town took some pictures, and stopped at some tents set up at the end of the pier to buy a brightly colored plate. Town appeared to be very poor, narrow alleyways so stayed away from shops. Beach/hotel area a good four-five miles away requiring bus, taxi or excursion.

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