Wonderful trip, love the relaxed pace
Emerald Princess Cruise Review
7 Night Classic California Coast (Los Angeles Roundtrip)
Sail date: May 20, 2023
Ship: Emerald Princess
Cabin type: Suite
Cabin number: D302
Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Reviewed: 1 year ago
Review summary
Love this class of ship, even when to capacity easy to manage. Keep an eye on the Medallion app. Check everyday I had drink charges that were not mine. Pictures do not download. Took advantage of as much as time permitted. Ready for the next one.Embarkation
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
The Salty Dog Gastropub
As always, nice treat. The desert was a bit disappointing. The mini donuts seemed stale. But lobster mac and cheese and burger hit the spot.
24-hr Room Service
Great service, quick, friendly and met those lazy day wants
Coffees & Cones
Always yummy. The premier deserts were CRAZY. Did try one-could not get it all down. Don't know how many can get two a day or unlimited down with the packages. But you gotta give one a try.
Sabatini's Italian Trattoria
First time. Meal was excellent as was the service. Had a great window view.
Crown Grill
Can't cruise and not go to crown. It always delivers.
Onboard Activities
Casino
It's the worst casino ever. Limited machines without a good selection. Had plenty of room for more. Smelled strongly of stale smoke and getting a drink was next to impossible. Ordered on app and delivered but not to me, watch your app. They made it right. Staff that were working were pleasant and helpful.
Photo Gallery
Limited now with app. Staffing very helpful, though. Pictures do not get loaded to the app easily. One of the apps flaws.
Lotus Spa
Rodallyn was a fabulous masseuse. Had two Swedish sessions this trip. She was very sweet to work with. Friday ship had drills and accommodated moving appt to early before drills. I do hate the up-sales but part of shipboard experience, I have learned over time to be firm. Enjoy this service if you can.
Excursions Deck
Excursion staff was super, decided on last-minute excursion in Ensenada. Got me taken care of, cheerful and explained needed steps.
Internet Cafe
Hits the spot any time of day. Staff was great everything. Packed up soup and sandwiches one night for relaxation in cabin. And of course cookies.
Service and Staff
Ship Quality
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
Enjoy everything to the max. Don't let others that are rude or with a sense of undo entitlement get in your way. It is your time.
Ports of call
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California