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As the Dawn Princess sailed out of San Francisco’s harbor, we passed under the Golden Gate Bridge, and these photos were taken from the top deck.
The Art Deco themed bridge, one of the most widely recognized San Francisco landmarks, opened for vehicle traffic at noon on May 28th, 1937.
The Golden Gate refers not to the […]
One of the considerations in booking a cruise, is the category of cabin you choose.
The type of cabins available have a variety of names, but basically fall somewhere along these lines:
Suites
Junior suites
Outside cabins with a balcony
Outside cabin with unobstructed view
Outside cabin with partially obstructed view
Inside cabin
Pricing depends on both the type of cabin and its location on the ship, […]
Whether in the air or on the sea, I can’t get away from the safety demonstration.
Remember — it’s important to pay attention!
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I’m now home from my vacation, am back flying, and am very nearly rested up. It’s amazing the rejuvenating effect a little time away can have.
One of the best tips that I can give to someone booked on a cruise is to arrive at your embarkation port as early as possible. I have always found […]
Today is our first, and only, day in port on this short cruise. We are currently in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada), and I found an Internet Cafe where I can get a good connection.
The connection at sea was spotty, at best, and very expensive. So, I’ve allowed myself half an hour to check personal email, write […]
A day at sea can be as restful or as busy as you choose.
Here’s a sampling of options available today:
Food & beverages (many options)
Fitness classes
Fruit & vegetable carving demonstration
Ice carving demonstration
Movies (in your cabin or the theater)
Bingo
High tea
Art auction
Service club meetings
Computer classes
Health & wellness classes
Shopping
Arts & Crafts sessions
Musical entertainment (various options)
Card room (bridge tournament)
Casino
I started […]
I’ve been on a number of cruises over the years, and have learned that there are things that can be done to enhance the experience, or that will negatively impact it. As with other things in life, attitude determines much of what will occur.
Embarkation is a relatively complicated process, by which passengers are checked in, […]
I’m leaving this afternoon for San Francisco, and then tomorrow afternoon will board Princess Cruise Line’s Dawn Princess for a mini-vacation. It’s a 3-night cruise, with one port of call in Victoria, BC, and then ending up in Vancouver, BC.
I don’t know what internet access will be like while at sea. If I have access, I’ll […]
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Written by Mary Jo Manzanares [email] for b5media.
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