We selected this cruise because it was to and from Australia and would include Milford Sound which we did not see on our last cruise there when we entered the sound at 5am and departed at 6am (all in the dark). We were also looking forward to seeing Christchurch and the progress there since the earthquake. Unfortunately, due to bad weather in both places we spent 2 extra days at sea and did not ...
I planned my Australia and New Zealand vacation with Princess Cruises so I could see the most I could within the 24 Days I had down-under. I did this even though Princess Cruises does not have a single supplement so I paid suite passage for two people. Princess Cruises was the only cruise line that offered the land tour. Since this was my first trip to the region I wanted to see as much of ...
We chose this cruise mainly for the South Island and the fjords. We had great weather up to Dunedin where it down poured all day. We woke up early to see the amazing sail in to Akaroa which is a tender port. Definitely get up early. It was spectacular with the sunrise. This is supposed to be the most beautiful of all the ports. It was a picture perfect day with very little wind. We were enjoying ...
Was hesitant about booking on Ruby Princess based on previous reviews. Yes, the ship is showing signs of wear in some places but is extremely well maintained. Food was very good in restaurants, and other free options such as pizza and burgers if the buffet became repetitive. Our balcony cabin on deck 14 was clean and the bed extremely comfortable. Shower a bit on small side though. The staff were ...
Chose this cruise sailing from Sydney to see the Fiordlands unfortunately we were not told that there is only a small chance to see them, Apparently the ships are often denied entry to the Fiords because of possible weather. So of course we did get to see that portion. Had we known about this we would not have booked.
On the first night we tried the dining room (Botticelli) the Chef in there ...
After several enjoyable Cruises with Carnival we chose to go with Princess Cruises from Sydney 13nights to New Zealand, we were told Carnival was a 3 star cruise line and Princess was a 4 star cruise. When we phoned Princess we told them of our dietary requirements and were told that we would be well catered for and there would be no problems with those requirements. Nothing could have been ...
To celebrate our 45th anniversary we decided return back to the same itinerary as our First Cruise with Princess Cruises at that time on the new " Love Boat " Pacific Princess. So for this Occasion we picked the" Ruby Princess ".14 days
A Lovely relaxed cruise we chose Aloha Deck 12 in a Premium Balcony State room this time on the Starboard side first stop on itenary was new Caledonia then ...
Overall, it was a great cruise, probably one of the friendliest crew we have ever experienced.
Positives:
1. Great crew. Very friendly especially at all the bars.
2. Very comfortable bed.
3. Free room service, very decent menu and you now order through the TV. Very timely service.
4. Great variety of entertainment.
5 very smooth and efficient embarkation and disembarkation. ...
We decided to have a family cruise with our grandchildren and this cruise fitted our guidelines the best. The two youngest grandchildren love Kids Club and the older teenagers enjoyed the entertainment, pools, quizzes, shows, etc. All were kept entertained throughout the cruise. We enjoyed the Ports of Call and even though our itinerary was changed because of the cyclone, the alternate port ...
Two families...itinerary and timing suited. Had a wonderful time.. Some highlights - Princess do ship board entertainment really well, the shows each night were varied and fantastic. Poolside food - Pizza, Tacos, Burgers were BRILLIANT! Dining room food choice & quality met expectations... Only disappointment on any level was Horizons Cafe (May be spoilt having been on Holland America -their ...