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To request special assistance or equipment, the company requires submission of their mobility questionnaire at least 60 days prior to sailing. In conjunction with the app, order food and drink delivered to almost anywhere on the ship, purchase with contactless payment, and if you have a beverage package, keep track of consumption. Set up the OceanCompass Shipmates function so you can locate where other members of your party are on the ship.
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Sapphire then sails down the Pacific Coast, makes a detour to Hawaii and the South Pacific Islands, before sailing South America and Antarctica on long voyages, some lasting for 34 days. The ship’s self-service laundry facilities and The Conservatory, which has an indoor pool, two hot tubs, and deck, definitely come in handy for lengthy itineraries. However, having only two specialty restaurants and five complimentary dining rooms sharing the same daily menu means food may feel limited. Sapphire Princess boasted more than a dozen dedicated bars sprinkled across the ship. Bar service could also be ordered at the pool areas, inside the theater, and at the casino. A wide range of live music kicks off in the late afternoon and continues throughout the evening in the Piazza, bars, and lounges.
One of our most popular nightspots
The theater is quite large, but note that seats in the rear of the most forward section have a fairly severe downward slant. We sat here during the Muster Drill and found ourselves sliding out of the seat in no time. The entry-level program is Princess Pelicans, for ages 3-7, and activities include arts and crafts (T-shirt coloring), a disco night, scavenger hunts, ice cream and pajama parties.
Sapphire Princess Activities
Plates could be eaten at tables scattered around the lobby area, and coffee beverages were available in glassware or to-go cups. Wines available by the glass included Chateau St. Michelle Riesling, Kendall-Jackson chardonnay, Robert Mondavi pinot noir, Ravenswood zinfandel, at prices ranging $6.25-$7.95. Korbel brut reserve was available in 187ml bottles for $7.25. Although there wasn’t much room to enjoy a meal in our cabin, the menu was decent. There were two nightstands with small drawers and a lamp on either side of the bed. By themselves the low-wattage lamps were barely adequate for reading in bed.
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The spa is operated by Steiner Leisure, a company that manages spa services on many cruise ships, and prices are in line with their prices on other cruises, and somewhat higher than is charged at most quality resorts. Prices were discounted on port days, and other specials or multiple appointments also availed discount for some treatments. The TreeHouse is for age 3-7, The Lodge is for 8-12, The Beach House is for 13-17, and the family room is a space for parents and babies under 2. The partnership with the Discovery and Animal Planet brand means activities have a nature, science, wildlife, and exploration tilt, in addition to the usual boardgames and crafts. In the modern and cool teen Beach House, there’s both free time to hang out and play video games or foosball, and hosted group activities, dinners, movie nights, and even dodgeball tournaments on the sports court. Princess has two zero-alcohol drink packages and two alcohol beverage packages; all packages incur a 18% service charge.
While weren’t looking for any major act of contrition, a sense of regret or perhaps a comped glass of wine would have been the appropriate response. One of five pools on Sapphire Princess, Neptune’s Reef is one of the two largest, and serves as the main outdoor facility. There are two hot tubs and the screen for Movies Under the Stars. Tucked away on Deck 16, behind the Movies Under the Stars screen, this small expanse of artificial grass is the spot for lawn games.
Dining Options
Automatic gratuities may be increased, decreased or removed at the purser’s desk. Gratuities for other staff such as casino dealers or spa personnel are at passenger discretion. Next to Neptune’s Reef is the ship’s ice cream bar, Sundaes. No sundaes are served here, but you’ll find ice cream cones through the day and evening (sprinkles!), and popcorn at night when the Movies Under the Stars begin.
For dessert we opted for tiramisu, which lacked much espresso flavor. The décor of Santa Fe had more character than the other main dining rooms, though the design might be classified as Southwest-lite, a style we think went out of date some time in the 1990s. But other than a single menu item, there was nothing else southwestern about Santa Fe. Similar in size and style to Sapphire Princess, Ruby Princess was cut from much of the same cloth, four years later.
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Boasting panoramic views from its vantage point 15 decks above the sea, it’s the perfect place for dancing and socializing. A plussed-up wine list should have been available, but then the steak we had didn’t exactly warrant a fancy bottle. For couples without children, the choice between the two might seem obvious—go with the ship that caters to couples. But Disney Wonder offers a quality experience for adults, and we have found a small number of couples on-board this ship enjoying the Disney treatment, even without kids. Still, couples should not be lulled into thinking the Disney Wonder offers an intimate adult-oriented experience; on an average cruise, the ship will have upwards of 1,000 kids roaming its decks. Aboard Sapphire Princess, the number of kids varies heavily by time of year, but can range between as few as a couple dozen to several hundred, and the ship is a considerably larger vessel for them to blend in to.
The ship’s newsletter, Princess Patter, announced the daily schedule of carpet bowling, croquet and golf putting tournaments. Day and night there were lots of bars and lounges to choose from. The ship’s buffet option, Horizon Court—expanded in 2012—was solid, and we found the delicious pastries showcased here (and at the International Café) to be a highlight of our Sapphire Princess cruise. The new pizzeria Alfredo’s (not to be confused with Prego Pizzeria on the Lido Deck) was an excellent option. In our Interior category cabin we were pressed for dining space.
This is the lobby bar, conveniently situated next to the International Café, making it a good place to gather for a light snack and drink. Both Trident and Prego offered a daily special, but the menu was fairly predictable. For dessert we enjoyed zabaglione, the creamy Italian custard laced with Marsala wine—this was draped over fresh strawberries, blackberries and blueberries. Our meals started with assorted breads served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and accompanied by a dish of olives marinated with slivers of orange zest. We started with an artichoke soufflé, a decadent appetizer rich in butter and egg and topped with shards of black truffle. Fried calamari served from a paper cone was excellent—the squid tender, the batter light.
Our World Fresh Marketplace menu is offered in Horizon Court. Enjoy an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches. Open 24-hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages.
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