Royal Princess Cruise Vlog Puerto Vallarta - Las Caletas

[@anne-marievr5710]

It is always so nice to see your family enjoying a Princess cruise. My husband and I love Princess. We are on the Sky Princess in 43 days!!!!! We have sailed on Carnival, Celebrity and Royal Caribbean and always enjoy each cruise but we do always come back to Princess. Thank you for your great content.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much! This was our 10th Princess cruise and it always feels like HOME to us too!

[@sherladixon2842]

I love to see your family play together. Too many families don’t do that . Jr editor dancing with mom is awesome

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thank you Sherla!

[@anakerose]

Holy moly! Junior Editor is FEARLESS!

[@terireid651]

I had never heard of the Balcony Dinner. Thanks for showing us.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Our pleasure Teri! It's well worth it, and a great value at just about $50 pp.

[@janinek6136]

Oh my goodness...just when a shore day couldn't get any more amazing here comes Las Caletas...what a jam packed adventure...and a magical finish to the day with your private dining balcony experience.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Ah, thanks so much Janine! That meas so much to us. So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jenk4711]

Well that was a perfect day! Las Caletas looked amazing and so did the ultimate balcony dinner. How sweet! I am so glad you guys shared it with us. Looking forward to the next vlog. You really got me wanting to try a Princess cruise sometime.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much Jennifer! You will LOVE Princess. So classy, great food, wonderful spa amenities and just the best service.

[@donpettinger8079]

We took royal last year when it first came to the west coast. We had an excellent time. We are booked again this year. It’s so Nice to take a cruise and be able to drive to port.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Awesome! YES, it's the bestto have a "hometown" cruise port isn't it?

[@GypseaSoul13]

Puerto Vallarta was honestly never super high on my list of "must-go-to ports" but this vlog and excursion alone has changed my mind! 😍

[@LP2488]

I've gone before on a resort and it's gorgeous! But I definitely want to go on the princess cruise ship!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

I think Vallarta is a surprise to many! It's very tropical, and the people are so friendly.

[@sonyah5081]

Your vlogs are so relaxing to watch. Thanks for sharing. Las Caletas looks fun.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks ever so much!

[@pryssilanavarro9340]

Truly Amazing. I love this hideaway! This is paradise!

[@corypregent2479]

Wish you could have packaged me in your carry-on. So nice to see you and the guys having so much fun

[@lizdyson3627]

This looks fun.

[@OnVacayMode]

That scenery was so beautiful the dancers were so cute love the adult only area

[@LP2488]

Love Puerto Vallarta! It's gorgeous! I also love the editing on this video with the use of music! Great job capturing everything!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much Mrs. Alvarez! Glad you enjoyed the editing and music!

[@jodura3363]

Funny my husband was cheering Junior on when he was doing the “tree jumps”. Was that a spider at the beginning? Shudder...enjoyed seeing Mr. CTTV and Junior frolicking. Sheri love the look on balcony - sun kissed, the headband and dress...work it girl! Another hit...someone needs to give you two a travel show

[@CruiseTipsTV]

YES, that spider! Eeek! Things are BIGGER in the jungle!

[@alasanasilvia5605]

Great vídeo and very informative. Thanks

[@AdventuresofDavidandAaron]

Wow what a fun and exciting Beach day with all the activities, and that ultimate balcony dinner amazing. Thank you for sharing. Sincerely, Adventures of David and Aaron.⚓⚓⚓

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much David and Aaron!

[@Alexisaboard]

Love seeing more of Mr CTTV! It’s great to see the family all together and your individual approaches to fun!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much Alexis! This was a fun day!

[@debbiebarfield8791]

OMG!! The opening scene! Beautiful!!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

I loved that sunrise too Debbie!

[@dianaschulz6593]

Looked like a wonderful day! I loved that Jr Editor joined you for the balcony dinner. We would have done that as well with our boys.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thank you Diana! He is a terrific sidekick!

[@cynthiagreenhill5283]

Ive noticed through out your videos that Jr is fearless. Let him know that I said so😊

[@CruiseTipsTV]

I sure will!

[@donpettinger8079]

We took Royal last year when it first came to the West Coast. We had a wonderful time. It sure is amazing to be able to go on a cruise and be able to drive to port. We are booked again this year.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Isn't that the best? It is TRULY relaxing to have a "hometown" ship as nice as Royal Princess too. WOW!

[@musicman85]

Looks like a load of fun! Las Caletas reminded me of Blue Lagoon in the Bahamas which was also only a boat ride away, but the tropical and lush landscape of Las Celatas looks so beautiful!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Totally! I haven't been to Blue Lagoon for 7 years or so, but we enjoyed it when we did it!

[@karyngriffin]

that was a beautiful place, Jr Editor is fearless! ha ha, just looked like small steps to MrCCTV and loved the balcony dining!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

He really is fearless. Thanks Karyn! Hugs!

[@sonilevenseller6185]

We were on this cruise with you and got the chance to visit with your family briefly during the "welcome taco" part of the day! (What a great way to be welcomed!) One of the activities we did that was SO fun was the cooking class. We watched the chef make seafood paella (which they served at the lunch buffet) and split into groups to make salsa, guac, and pico on a patio overlooking the beach. Then they finished the class with the most amazing raspberry daiquiris. Las Caletas was awesome, and the boat ride there and back was highly entertaining. Definitely recommend this excursion if visiting Puerto Vallarta, and it was so fun to see you in real life!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Yay! Thank you so much for leaving a comment here so we can stay in touch. I feel like there’s so much to do there- I didn’t even know about the activity that you participated in. Yummy that sounds so delicious!!

[@Catherine-wd9qt]

we are on the ship with you! Just about to leave Cabo. They are just loading the tenders!

[@pamelasasser7295]

Thank you so much for sharing this Princess cruise you took over Thanksgiving. We took our first Princess cruise a year ago and just loved it!!! We really like the laid back atmosphere of Princess as well as the great service! I am really enjoying catching up on your vlogs while we wait for cruising to resume. As many have we lost our cruise for this Oct,but we have a Princess Medallion one on Emerald to Hawaii next April 2021 from Seattle, we are really looking fwd to it🤞🤞🤞. Greetings from FL🌞❤

[@josephnelsoncanaya3494]

Wow nice video.

[@josephcampbell1432]

Great video guys! Looks like a blast!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much Joseph!

[@OnVacayMode]

Was that a hammock on the water nice little Ninja Warrior that obstacle course look fun

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Yes, it was a hammock!

[@sarahoreilly7167]

You had me at “welcome taco!” 🌮

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Hee hee! Right?

[@annajimenez7554]

OMG!!! When you were leaving the ship to catch your boat/excursion, my husband and I were in the background in line waiting to board our bus. 🤣 We want to do the Mexican Riviera again, to go on all the excursions you booked, they looked so fun! 😁🛳

[@CruiseTipsTV]

That’s so funny Anna! How was your cruise?

[@annajimenez7554]

CruiseTipsTV We had an amazing time! We enjoyed our excursions and really enjoyed sea days. What really made our cruise more special was the balcony. A balcony is a must from here on. Our next cruise is this coming Nov. (Hawaiian cruise on the Star Princess) Thank you for all your tips, it helped us so much. 😁

[@christym5184]

Excellent video! You really made us want to go there. It was awesome. I saw your son was with you. We have a 13yr old & 9 yr old. They are a little more mature than average. Would they like this cruise? I know we would. I know they would love that excursion. My husband & I did Carnival once & then the rest Disney cruises. We are all ready to try a different cruise line. Let me know your thoughts. Love all your videos! Keep them coming you guys are great.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

I think they would Christy- the youth centers are exceptional on this ship, and the sports court is fun for all ages. There is a lot to do for kids on this ship for sure.

[@vanessaingraham1055]

Way to go JR! That looked scary!

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks Vanessa! He's a brave guy!

[@jmhoff2ns]

looks like so much fun but holy spider! that thing needs a trigger warning lol

[@CruiseTipsTV]

RIGHT? I know! HUGE!

[@kathypreis7410]

Beautiful video Team CCTV! We went ahead and got the Rhythms of the Night from the Panorama in two weeks and are looking forward to that. Our next cruise will be on the Royal Princess repositioning up the Cali coast LA to Vancouver. Question regarding the Ultimate Balcony Dining: How do the servers keep the food hot? It’s the only thing holding us back from booking that for our 45th anniversary celebration! Thanks for your advice! 💕

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Thanks so much Kathy! They have a room service set up outside, but they do bring the food fresh, prepared to taste, so it's a lot like if you were dining in the main restaurants!

[@stephenphilippi9240]

We did a similar tour when in Puerto Vallarta with the same group, my wife was in agreement when you mentioned the free flowing drinks on the way back. As they came around with the pitcher of drinks she would say, fill her up, it’s not like I have to drive any where.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

🤣

[@Ayotemperbaybee]

Is princess the only cruise line that offers balcony dinners? Sounds wonderful

[@CruiseTipsTV]

As far as I know yes. Isn’t it wonderful?

[@sunyew3051]

very nice, START FROM Where?

[@christinamullen6535]

We are going on our first princess cruise in a little over 2 weeks! We are going on the regal princess for our 20th anniversary! Any tips? Or splurges? We have a deluxe balcony... I wanted to do the ultimate balcony dinner but I can’t figure out if our balcony is big enough! I guess I could wait until we get onboard. I bought the spa package as a surprise for my husband for the week. Anything else you would recommend?

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Hey Christina! How exciting! The Sanctuary may be a nice choice for you, and DEFINITELY the ultimate balcony dinner. They will make the space work. Go for it!

[@TraveleneConArlene]

Hi Sheri, we’re excited for our Christmas Cruise to the Mexican Riviera on Dec 2024. I saw this video and fell in love with Las Caletas! I’ve been doing research and am still confused as to booking the excursion. 1- it’s not offered through my cruise line. 2-I contacted Vallarta Adventures but did not get a clear response. We’re docking at Puerto Vallarta at 8:00 am and the Vallarta Adventures offer an 8:30 time slot (not sure if that’s port time?). Also they have a Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta option?! Any info would greatly be appreciated.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Usually, Vallarta adventures will NOT allow you to book this direct with them, so i'd keep watching to see if i tpops up on your cruise excursions list!

[@TraveleneConArlene]

@@CruiseTipsTV I wanted to make sure that I was doing it correctly…thank you!

[@christinac6907]

Is the Animal Encounter, Lockers, Tube Floats & Kayaks, Zip Line & Donkey Rides an additional cost?

[@CruiseTipsTV]

All of that was included- extras were massages, sting ray swim, and I believe a sea lion encounter. I may have missed a few things!

[@michellegoldner6688]

Thank you for sharing! What a wonderful day for you all 💕 MickieG Adelaide Sth Australia

[@CruiseTipsTV]

G'day friend!

[@sunseekermama]

That excursion looked so fun Sheri! Was wondering if you booked through the cruiseline or privately? I would live to have the contact info to book it next time we are in Peurta Vallarta...

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Hey Kelly! We booked through Princess, and Vallarta Adventures only allows cruisers to book with their line. Have a BLAST!

[@dm75thRanger]

I have been there 5 times before glad to see they completed the upgrades. Can you tell me the current cost of this excurion? I have a cruise booked later this year and do not see this excursion listed.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Dale, it was approx $129 pp on our sailing! It's lovely and there's so much to do there now.

[@SpeedNoodles]

Although I'm sure their Swainson's Hawk was a sweetheart, I still have flashbacks to when I worked at the Raptor Center and was attacked multiple times by our recovering Swainson's Hawk. I'd have to pass, lol.

[@CruiseTipsTV]

UGH! Oh no! How scary Pascale!

[@SpeedNoodles]

@@CruiseTipsTV Someday if we end up on a cruise ship at the same time I'll tell you the story of when I was attacked by a White-Cheeked Gibbon. There will have to be tequila involved.

[@alfredcollins87]

Is the animal vist included in the price

[@stevebartley8594]

Were all the activities included or were there any extra charges?

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Great question. MOST things there are included, and everything you saw us do was included. Upcharges include: massages/spa treatments, swim with stingrays.

[@nickfowler7765]

How did you get that drone footage of the ship I thought drones were not allowed to bring along

[@CruiseTipsTV]

No drones for us! We use a handheld 360 camera that creates some pretty cool footage.

[@justins7559]

Gotta ask, how much is that private dinner?

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Only $50 per person! A good value for all you receive, as well as the service ❤️ www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/food-and-dining/specialty-restaurants/ultimatebalconydining.html

[@stephanieglenn1713]

Hey. Do you think a 4 year old could do this excursion?

[@CruiseTipsTV]

Yes! There are lots of things for smaller kids to do. I have friends who did it with a 2 and 4 year old and loved it.

[@Anki_15_]

My husband work for princess cruises

[@madisonweissler766]

Did you hear of or see an orchidarium? Also, was there an age requirement for the waterslide or zipline? I heard from one review you have to be under 30.