Crown Princess Review
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We are experienced cruisers with 27 previous cruises on various cruise lines. On this cruise, we were part of a large "special group" of 800 music fans. Due to our special activities, we did not have time to experience a lot of the extra Princess offerings like the spa, gym, bingo, etc.
Embarkation went smoothly, especially since our whole group had priority boarding. We were on the ship around noon, they told us rooms would be ready by 2:00 pm, but they were actually ready shortly after 1:00 pm. Luggage arrived later, but in plenty of time to unpack and change before dinner. Disembarkation was smooth until you got to the terminal. It was a zoo there and some of the agents in the terminal were downright surly. We have Global Entry and, even though Ft. Lauderdale does not have Global Entry kiosks, they do have a special line for Global Entry and Mobile Passport. If you do not have Global Entry, get the Mobile Passport App for your phone and use it. We must have by-passed 300 people and ended up with only one couple ahead of us at the Customs booth.
The ship is lovely. Seems that maybe the on-board shopping has been decreased, but not sure. Not as many "atrium" sales on inexpensive items as some other ships.
Cabin Review
Mini-Suite with Balcony
Nice cabin, plenty of storage. Two TVs. Coffee tale, arm chair, large sofa bed with throw pillows. Adequate balcony with 2 chairs, 2 footstools and a round bistro table. One thing about Princess mini-suite balconies, they do not have any covering. They are out in the open, so no privacy, and in our case, "presents" in the form of cigarette butts from some balcony above us. Bed was very comfortable. Large sofa bed if you have additional occupants. Would have loved to have had an extra blanket, but none in cabin. Shower had excellent water pressure. Bathroom pretty small, but adequate.
Port Reviews
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Lovely new (to us) port stop. Would definitely enjoy going back. Zip line, pool, lovely plaza area with shopping and cafe/bar.