Not to Princess standards....

Item: Caribbean Princess
Rating: 3
Author: vkholladay

Caribbean Princess Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

vkholladay

Contributor Level: Third Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 3

Helpful Votes: 132

Overall rating:

3 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Western Caribbean (Houston Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 31, 2016

Ship: Caribbean Princess

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: C748

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 8 years ago

Review summary

This was our first experience leaving from Bayport and thankfully, our last! The boarding process was line after line, as an elite and suite passenger, not something expected. The food on board was below par and the stateroom furniture was stained. Many crew members seemed tired and rightfully so, as they were at the end of their tours. Of course, overall, the crew was exceptional, friendly and warm as they typically are. This ship for sure needs some TLC and updating!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

1 out of 5

Dining Room selections were not very good and taste/quality was less than subpar. A premium wine list should be offered so we don't have to take wines that are of better quality on board.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

3 out of 5

The show dancer/singers were not the best we had seen on other ships

Children's Programs

N/A

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

This ship needs to be updated

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5

Stateroom steward, Rodrigo, may be the best we have ever had! The furnishings were old and stained but the bed was very comfortable.

Ports of call

George Town, Grand Cayman

3 out of 5

Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

1 out of 5

Don't waste time or money on the Beach Escape

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Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5

Love this port and Pancho's Backyard (downtown) ..best meal we had on the entire trip!

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23 Comments

Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise.

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks

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KathyL88224228 8 years ago

We got off this ship 2 weeks ago. 1st trip with Princess and loved it. Leaving again March 30. Easy on and off.

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simonbarnes1969 8 years ago

The price is very good, we enjoy the food as plenty of variety, the crew are friendly and helpful.

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

Because? Pricing, food or nicer ships?

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simonbarnes1969 8 years ago

Princess are great, but we are trying P&O very soon.

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

Thx. Did Princess Coral & Ocean and had a great time.

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Kaymikes 8 years ago

I'm a travel agent and would be glad to help but attitude is everything. all ships have good days and bad days. we loved Princess and would go today if possible

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jagosto 8 years ago

Pick another cruise line NCL is great and carnival.....I would not go back to princess

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gsnovosad 8 years ago

I understand your concern. I want them to love princess as much as we do!

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

I'm planning large group of 1st time cruisers. Maybe 10 couples. Want it to be nice for them so they will want to cruise again.

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gsnovosad 8 years ago

We're going on March, 13.

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shelleyburnett43 8 years ago

i heard it's getting an update in March, not sure when in March

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gsnovosad 8 years ago

I'm sure that comment could not possibly condemn the entire ship. Were they referring to one state room? I don't know. Usually Princess has ongoing maintenance, but it may be time for a makeover.

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

Stained furniture & below par food is not encouraging

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

Out of Ft. Lauderdale

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

Be my 3rd time

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gsnovosad 8 years ago

No. We've sailed 17 times with Princess. They are wonderful!

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DottieDiehl 8 years ago

I'm booking Caribbean Princess for 2/11/17. Should I pick different ship

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gsnovosad 8 years ago

We're you on the cruise that was delayed due to high winds? We have never had a problem at Bayport.

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Maryannk12 8 years ago

Bayport so much better than Galveston I will miss the easy in and out.

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Kaymikes 8 years ago

we loved Caribbean Princess. look up Don and Kelvin in the Crooner bar

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shelleyburnett43 8 years ago

We are due to board next weekend. This is going to be our first cruise with this line. This is helpful to somewhat know what to expect.

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