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French Polynesia- Society Islands & Cook Island |
| Reviewed By: Quick, chester on 4th Jun 2008 |
| Cruise Line: Princess Cruises |
Times cruised before: 1-2 |
| Cruise Ship: Tahitian Princess |
Sailed:
September,
2006 |
| Destination: Pacific |
Age: 46-55 |
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TIP Try to arrive two days before the cruise starts to acclimatise yourself
The ship although intimate was excellent, the circa 600 passengers meaning that the islands didn't get over crowded when the visited them. The Balcony cabin was of a good size and taking breakfast in the cabin was a really nice way to start the day. Room service was good and arrived at the time we wanted it. The main restaurant we felt in terms of the menu wasn't quite as good as other cruises we have been on, the staff on our particular table did try and rush service but after a word it was less manic. I think this was not general in the restaurant and was to do with the early dinner sitting, but I would say it was not a major issue. The speciality restaurants where truly excellent from both the food service and setting perspective, well worth the visits.
The excursion's had excellent variety and it is quite easy to arrange your own tour of the island, ie. Bora Bora via locally taxis all of whom we found were extremely friendly and reliable. Tours are mainly by 4x4 or mini buses which made for very sociable excursions.
The cruise directors staff who doubled as the dancers were terrific very friendly without being pushy and I would say that generally the standard of the shows although small was excellent with the guest artists being pretty good.
There was plenty to do on board but the ship lacked guest speakers, but I would say that there was plenty to keep everyone who wanted to be occupied
The size of the ship made it very cosy and easy to get to know a lot of people very quickly and find your way around.
Highlight of the holiday - Aqua safari at Bora Bora and entering the lagoon at the same island.
All in all this was a fantastic holiday to a very special part of the world where the friendliness of the islanders was reflected by the ship and her crew.
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