[Carla B]

Originally Posted by defrey12

A “Princess” cruise was our first cruise, and still our favorite. Albeit that was 18 years ago and a dozen cruises since. Things change. We prefer smaller ships. They used to have old re-runs of “The Love Boat” playing on one of the TV channels which we found fun (filmed on Princess).

I agree. I loved the cruise we took on the "Tahitian Princess" in French Polynesia in 2004. It had around 660 passengers, I think. Small and elegant. It was one of the ships that Princess bought from the defunct Renaissance line. Same class ship as the "Love Boat," I believe.

[sfcuda]

Originally Posted by My Daily Run

I know everyone has their favorite cruise line as I have but due to my favorite not going to ports I would like to visit I was wondering if anyone has cruised Enchanted Princess. I have never cruised on Princess and would like your opinion. Cruising is nothing like it was years ago I understand that just an overall opinion on this particular ship

I am booked on the Enchanted Princess in August, however I am on the Emerald Princess right now, which I believe is the sister ship to Enchanted. It is built in 2007 and staring to show its age however it is still a nice ship. IMHO service on princess is above average, while the food and entertainment are just average for a luxury cruise line. I like Princess overall but I prefer Celebrity.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by sfcuda

I am booked on the Enchanted Princess in August, however I am on the Emerald Princess right now, which I believe is the sister ship to Enchanted. It is built in 2007 and staring to show its age however it is still a nice ship. IMHO service on princess is above average, while the food and entertainment are just average for a luxury cruise line. I like Princess overall but I prefer Celebrity.

Emerald is not a sister ship to Enchanted. First of that class was Royal which is about 10 years old

[cthherod@gmail.com]

We prefer the smaller ships, and our favorites are Seabourn, Viking and Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC). RSSC’s fares include Business Class air, which is important on a transcontinental cruise. Anything less is “Greyhound of the Skies.” These lines typically have no small children, and they offer immersive cultural experiences. Whatever you do, use a travel agent. It costs you nothing, and they provide invaluable services. See your physician for sea sickness meds, and be sure you try them out beforehand. Have a wonderful time!

[Haggar]

Originally Posted by Drakeswood

We cruise NCL & Princess (15 cruises); We prefer Princess for ambiance & staff but Princess for cabins and amenities (on ship laundry facilities especially on a recent 34 day cruise). I prefer NCL entertainment and food.

Some ships are better than others.

Motion sickness tablets (Bonine comes to mind) are OTC. Scopalimine patches are prescription only. Ginger (at the bars or sushi places) or even ginger hard candies are helpful.

Bon voyage!

Sailed Princess, Carnival, NCL, Royal Caribbean among others.

Carnival started out selling to first time cruisers - still is a party ship, Princess and NCL were disappointments compared to RCL - very consistent, good crew, entertainment, food and cabins (we always get a balcony). Holland American has always catered to the older crowd so if you like a quiet cruise line that's HA.

My favorite ship - The Rhapsody with Paquet French Lines.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by cthherod@gmail.com

We prefer the smaller ships, and our favorites are Seabourn, Viking and Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC). RSSC’s fares include Business Class air, which is important on a transcontinental cruise. Anything less is “Greyhound of the Skies.” These lines typically have no small children, and they offer immersive cultural experiences. Whatever you do, use a travel agent. It costs you nothing, and they provide invaluable services. See your physician for sea sickness meds, and be sure you try them out beforehand. Have a wonderful time!

So you look down on those of us that cruise the Greyhound of the Skies.

[Kelevision]

Originally Posted by cthherod@gmail.com

We prefer the smaller ships, and our favorites are Seabourn, Viking and Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC). RSSC’s fares include Business Class air, which is important on a transcontinental cruise. Anything less is “Greyhound of the Skies.” These lines typically have no small children, and they offer immersive cultural experiences. Whatever you do, use a travel agent. It costs you nothing, and they provide invaluable services. See your physician for sea sickness meds, and be sure you try them out beforehand. Have a wonderful time!

Did you even read the post? The op said they have their favorite and wanted information on the Enchanted Princess. They didn’t ask how much money you think is worth spending on a ship. I also have money and have zero interest in any of the cruise lines you mentioned. All larger ships are better with way more variety and they all have high end areas on the ships. Like Celebrity has The Retreat, NCL has Haven and so on. As for business class flights, unless they’re international and you have a bed/suite who cares. As someone who has to be flown first/business for my job, within the US it may as well be coach. But it’s nice to get off the plane first I suppose.

[firefighter4u]

Originally Posted by cthherod@gmail.com

We prefer the smaller ships, and our favorites are Seabourn, Viking and Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC). RSSC’s fares include Business Class air, which is important on a transcontinental cruise. Anything less is “Greyhound of the Skies.” These lines typically have no small children, and they offer immersive cultural experiences. Whatever you do, use a travel agent. It costs you nothing, and they provide invaluable services. See your physician for sea sickness meds, and be sure you try them out beforehand. Have a wonderful time!

Well, I for one, am surprised you didn't mention Cunard...