Costa Rica is not an island! I have been at this resort 5 times now. Did they not do the BBQ lunch pool-side every other day? For me, this resort is one of the finest, because of the lower room-count, and high staff numbers, you are not ignored. Worth the money. For Shopping, take the shuttle, or boat ride to Coco.. if you don't go to Coco, then you miss the whole point of Costa Rica!
@theleahmayxx13 сағат бұрын
Is the lazy river at Dreams only for premium? Thank you
@traceymckeen29682 күн бұрын
This is the best ship review I’ve ever seen, well done 😊
@ftbeat2 күн бұрын
Thank you. We are back on the Sun Princess right now. Many of the issues they had have been addressed. Having a wonderful time!
@traceymckeen29682 күн бұрын
@ that’s wonderful to hear have a happy new year and enjoy. We will be on her on January 11 😎
@lisat68723 күн бұрын
😊
@65RettasTravels4 күн бұрын
Very much enjoyed your video. I love that you said your bags (contents) were safe left at your lounger. I was worred about how to keep my belongings safe while going into the beach.
@barrettpickett56034 күн бұрын
Your video was more nicer than the other videos. It is like older princess travelers complaining. Inaugural cruises have issues which people are ok with. This ship looks really nice. You have a ship with gelato certified by Italy. You had probably the best cruise you can have. You had each individual inspired there as you name drop there names. How cool to have sushi done by the guy. I am thinking this might be my next ship. The thing I would gripe is the gym not with a decent view. The jogging track looks so strange. No true walking section. I can see why the obstacle course is not working out. This ship looks like old people so not a good idea. Because of the cost and structure set up could make a small waterslide with multiple slides in that area. You did a couple of gripes but I was ok with them.
@andybsmith5 күн бұрын
No it is not like Celebrity. I used to love it. The customer service was 2nd only to maybe Cunard. After Carnival took over... well never again.
@ftbeat5 күн бұрын
Princess has been owned by Carnival since 2003. Have you tried it since? We are on Sun Princess now and love it.
@TracyHall707 күн бұрын
Nice video!
@klw146310 күн бұрын
Love your content. Do these day passes at Secrets have access to preferred club areas or just main areas?
@user-xd2ox6it2v11 күн бұрын
Great vlog and very informative. I enjoyed it greatly.
@WoonYiNoahHanson11 күн бұрын
That would be annoying as heck if you weren’t at that party but on that ship 💀
@12345milko14 күн бұрын
Gracias por tus videos proximamente nos embarcaremos en el Symphony quisiera saber mas entretenimiento en el barco , lugares como para bailar latinos y todo lo incluido en el crucero te refieres mucho a los restaurantes con cargo adicional y no es la idea
@amandareiche908317 күн бұрын
Good Spirits change-----mistake!!!!!!
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
I agree. It’s horrible where it is.
@amandareiche908317 күн бұрын
Why didn't you tell us which elevator bank you were on, especially for Guest Services only by one elevator????? And why obsess about the shops???
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
It’s the forward elevator in case you are unable to figure that out onboard. There are maps and apps that show you the way. IAnd aren’t you interested in the shops? Most people like that type of information.
@barbzeleznik968818 күн бұрын
How much was the ticket from Victoria Coach Station to the Princess Cruise port? Can you buy the tickets there ? We are doing this same cruise in June 2025 Thank you in advance
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
I believe it was $29 each way through Princess but that is subject to change. It was very convenient.
@elemar520 күн бұрын
There are always some bitter gits whinging on videos like this. Let it lie fgs.
@tube853321 күн бұрын
Thank you for the great presentation
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@KimRitenour-q8q22 күн бұрын
Yes preferred club is worth it, My favorite place to stay.I've been there two times preferred club and coming again in the spring
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
Pricing is up quite a bit but still a great resort and value.
@KimRitenour-q8q17 күн бұрын
@ftbeat Yes we did pay a lot more this time but it's still our favorite place
@USAguy_AKA_HL24 күн бұрын
I WAS LITERALLY JUST ON THE SEASHORE NOT LONG AGO anyways I went on the bridge of sighs so many times but it was a pretty fun ship, though
@ftbeat24 күн бұрын
It’s a gorgeous ship!
@USAguy_AKA_HL24 күн бұрын
@@ftbeattrue it was pretty big and we sailed from port Canaveral then we went to their private island. Then we went to Costa, Maya and Cozumel and back to Port Canaveral.
@ftbeat24 күн бұрын
@USAguy_AKA_HL I was just at port Canaveral today on a tour of the Caribbean Princess.
@USAguy_AKA_HL24 күн бұрын
@@ftbeat that’s pretty cool
@swordready855325 күн бұрын
I am sold because of the pool🎉
@222JohnRambo26 күн бұрын
no video of the buffet ?
@Charliec33201227 күн бұрын
Great review. You stated that you like to go early; what do you consider early? Also, do you do any add-ons, like beds or ?????
@kimstoddard164828 күн бұрын
Are the sofas sleepers?
@Itwastoohard29 күн бұрын
Does the cabin have Face ID feature
@mollycatazАй бұрын
Great video! We're taking a cruise on this ship in February. Do the showers have grab bars? I didn't see one in the video.
@kathytazbir4835Ай бұрын
We will be going in January 2026 we have a 14 16 17 21 21 22 and us wanting som fun music and food would this be a good place. Also who pays that much to to a resort and reads a book can't make up my mind weather I want this place or Paradise
@loribethdalton2178Ай бұрын
Thank you for NOT having distracting background music. I really appreciate how thorough you are.
@teehawk75Ай бұрын
Great video!! This actually makes me excited about stopping at Pregreso on my January 2026 cruise. I like places that are authentic and less touristy. I also appreciate you showing the free shuttle ride. I plan to take the shuttle to the beach and relax. Hopefully I can find a nice little restaurant there too. Thanks so much for sharing!! Thumbs Up. 😁
@johnruiz4170Ай бұрын
The horn was louder the everyone on the deck lol
@LynL-u4fАй бұрын
Excellent tour! I wish more videos were as good as yours!
@JohnCarroll-s3jАй бұрын
Can I ask, is this the review of a mini-balcony suite, or is it a Signature Suite? Thanks!
@ftbeat17 күн бұрын
This is a Signature Suite
@gr8guytoo258Ай бұрын
Does the TV tilt toward the sitting area?
@wascarg5341Ай бұрын
Nice How many days prior the cruise day you guys got your room update number ?
@monsterbariАй бұрын
This is terrific. My husband and I just booked this cruise for July of 2025. We are seniors and are looking for convenience and ease of getting around, to and from, etc
@ftbeatАй бұрын
You are gonna love it!!!!
@lisat6872Ай бұрын
I didn't see the pickleball court.
@cherylosburn8036Ай бұрын
1st time on Princess in March; do you get to choose what time you want to board? How soon is that available?
@longevity1757Ай бұрын
Great review thank you for your honest opinion this will be my second cruise my first was Disney for the kids and this will be just me and my love this will be his first cruise. we are so looking forward to it, we will be on the Jan.25 sail date so I really hope the kinks are fixed by then either way we are excited to relax and enjoy adult time together
@joannelamar6389Ай бұрын
This video is only 2 months old but casual dining like Salty Dog is no longer included in the cruise fare. You get 2 of these venues with the plus package and unlimited with the premier package.
@suzannecarrollphotography3928Ай бұрын
Nice to hear something new for me to try! Thanks!
@gfamhouseofreviewsАй бұрын
Have you seen kids on this cruise? We want to go with a group (ages 7 - 75 yrs). Curious what your thoughts are if kids will enjoy?
@ftbeatАй бұрын
Princess is generally an older crowd and there were kids onboard. We spoke to one of the parents and they said their children adored the kids club. Christmas and summer will see many more children. I would bring my grandchildren.
@gfamhouseofreviewsАй бұрын
@ thanks! We have only been on Royal Caribbean cruises as it’s been a mix of different generations but our parents (75 yrs old) prefer Princess now. Might try this cruise with all of us this time! Thanks for your video!
@markott42554Ай бұрын
Thank you, this was GREAT! We have only been on one Carnival Cruise 25-30 years ago, but we have booked a trip with friends on this ship going to and thru the Panama Canal! so this was very helpful!
@ftbeatАй бұрын
That is awesome! Thanks for watching.
@boncik2Ай бұрын
Would you recommend this if I we can get it "free" with our Hyatt points?
@ftbeatАй бұрын
I would but make sure the Hyatt points include all inclusive. If not, the points are no bargain at all.
@benjaminsmith2287Ай бұрын
I just can't get into sameness and trends dictating a product. So, the "in" colors are what's known as putty or greige or taupe and muted and so many new ships have to do this in order to seem "contemporary." they also have to go with this recessed type of lighting, stadium lighting, semi in the round theaters, etc. The Wheelhouse lounge offers none of the richness of the area should have because of the colors and need to be "contemporary." It's just not necessary. Not every area of a ship needs to be the same. Contrast is good. O'Malley's offers a contrast to the rest of the areas that's noticeable. This ship is an example of feature matching copycat design rather than being Princess. NCL and Celebrity did the same nonsense in their newest class of ships as well. I don't find it "beautiful," I find it predictable and lacking in personality.
@conniesanginesi4676Ай бұрын
We will be cruising the Caribbean on the Emerald in January 2025. This video is wonderful, thanks so much for giving such a great tour so the ship.
@ftbeatАй бұрын
I’m glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching. Enjoy your cruise!
@ingajolly9571Ай бұрын
Appreciate that you show the sights while you’re talking and you’re concise and to the point!
@ftbeatАй бұрын
Thanks for watching and the kind words!
@michellem7649Ай бұрын
Going in March 2025. We can’t wait. I am traveling with two teens so I hope they will have fun too since park 19 has been dismantled.
@ftbeatАй бұрын
I will be back on in December. Hopefully they will convert that area to a sports court soon.
@reeced6724Ай бұрын
I appreciate the video thank yall
@ftbeatАй бұрын
Thank you for watching!!!
@jessicawilliams563Ай бұрын
I am going to in feb what time is sea day brunch? A what deck is the smoking deck is on ?
@ftbeatАй бұрын
It was the pool deck but may want to check. That changes sometimes. Have fun!
@gabrielbrooks6956Ай бұрын
I really appreciate the candid review as we are headed to secrets punta Cana early next year. I particularly enjoyed your comparison of preferred areas vs non-preferred and whether it was worth it to you. I’ve seen a TON of travel videos recently and everybody else is trying to be a celebrity ; I appreciate that you are informative and practical rather than sensational and production value focused.
@ftbeatАй бұрын
This is one of the nicest comments we ever received. While my skills are improving, I couldn’t care about SEO scores. We just want to help good people find great value and enjoy time with their loved ones! Thanks again!