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Caribbean Princess Cruise Review to Panama Canal, Central America

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Reviews: 2
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Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5
Caribbean Princess

10 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 10, 2019

Ship: Caribbean Princess

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: D723

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

Please do not blast this cruise line unless you have a legitimate complaint. If you did not have a great time here, you’re not going to anywhere. The people we encountered who complained would complain no matter where they were. The medallion idea is the bomb and there is something to do for all grownups. This is not a ship for kids, so go to Disney for that.

Embarkation

4 out of 5
This was no fault to the cruise line, but the port authorities only put two clerks to disembark so many people. It wasn’t bad remaining on the ship though. Everyone was extremely cordial and apologetic.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
There was something for everyone!

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
Pools were exceptionally clean. Fitness center is well maintained.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Shows were spectacular for a cruise ship and even off a cruise ship. Would have cost mega bucks to see shows like this on broadway. Amazing magician named Trigg.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Waiters and stewards were the best. They never asked once for a recommendation and seemed genuinely glad to be there.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
A well maintained ship. Woodwork is beautiful and there is someone constantly cleaning.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
This room would rival any hotel room. It was massive for a cruise ship and even had its own bathtub. The mattress was excellent and the deck view was to live for!

Ship tip

Please post a sign stating PLEASE DO NOT FILL WATER BOTTLES AT DRINK CENTERS. We saw several individuals sticking a bottle over the entire spicket.

Ports of call

Grand Turk Island

5 out of 5
This port is not a resort so don’t go expecting one. The tour we took was made good by the guide named Nate. People are very friendly.

Cartagena, Colombia

5 out of 5
This was a wonderful walking walking tour of the old city. It is a very colorful and clean town.

Panama Canal (Cruise Into Canal)

5 out of 5
Had wanted to see this since I was a kid and it did not disappoint.

Cristobal, Panama

5 out of 5
Saw some of the most beautiful architecture in the world! I was amazed at the people and the way they conducted themselves. It’s hard to believe this was once the home of someone like Noriega. Beautiful town and beautiful people.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

5 out of 5
We took the rain forest tour tram and the guides were phenomenal. Didn’t see many animals but it wasn’t their fault.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

5 out of 5
Didn’t have too much time at this port and was not expecting our tour to be so far away. Went to Margaritaville and could not have found it without this tour. Beach and the ocean were beautiful.

Disembarkation

4 out of 5
Through no fault of the ship, there were only two clerks checking thousands. Customs finally did add more about halfway through the process. It was still pleasant and made so by the staff.

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3 Comments

Gwbigdog    2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us.

GerryBCruisin    3 years ago

Thanks for sharing your review of the Caribbean Princess.

Fiesta83    4 years ago

You are exactly right

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