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Item: Royal Princess (RETIRED) 558
Rating: 4
Author: RobinB8

Royal Princess (RETIRED) 558 Cruise Review to Europe - Eastern Mediterranean

RobinB8

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 26

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Verified Review

12 Night Holy Land (Athens To Venice)

Sail date: May 20, 2009

Ship: Royal Princess (RETIRED) 558

Cabin type: Balcony

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 14 years ago

Review summary

The ship was much smaller than most of the Princess ships; however, it made finding everything much easier. Because of the size, there were no mini-suites, only 1 pool, 1 laundry room, and a very small casino; as a result, it became very crowded at times which was not a pleasant environment. All in all, the ship was respectable.

Ports of call

Port Said, Egypt

3 out of 5

The Pyramids and the Sphinx is worth the trip. However, security was very tight and was a little uncomfortable at times. Also, the merchants trying to sell you items were overpowering and was at times annoying. Lunch was delicious and quite relaxing.

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Don't Miss: Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and the wonderful lunch

Patmos, Greece

3 out of 5

Even prettier than Santorini. Beach looked very inviting--too bad we didn't have time to swim.

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Santorini, Greece

3 out of 5

Beautiful island, very clean and people were friendly.

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Don't Miss: Winery

Split, Croatia

3 out of 5

Beautiful mediterranean feel city. Unfortunately, we were there on a Sunday and most shops were closed.

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Haifa, Israel

5 out of 5

A must see for everyone in their lifetime!

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Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt

5 out of 5

Very nice tour of the city and much more comfortable in our surroundings. The Modern library of Alexandria is a site to see...

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Don't Miss: Alexandria Library

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

5 out of 5

Ancient Epheseus was amazing; although, very crowded. Too many tours going on a one time and everyone speaking louder than the other. Rug-making demonstration was very interesting.

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Don't Miss: Ancient Epheseus

Ashdod, Israel

5 out of 5

Jerusalem was amazing and felt very safe.

Thumbs Up 1

Don't Miss: Jerusalem, especially the Western Wall, Masada, and the Dead Sea

Pros: Ports of Call

Cons: Purser Staff