Princess Survey

[RichC]

From what I'm reading, Princess has begun to send out a survey to get people's feelings about dressing formally on their ships. I still have not received one but I'm waiting with great anticipation. Has anyone else on this board received anything yet?

"Our one-week and two-week cruises offer two chances to dress up for the night, while our longer voyages offer even more. Guests take this opportunity to enjoy the evening's dining, shows, and entertainment while looking their best. A dress code is not mandatory, and everyone is encouraged to have a great time regardless of their plans for the evening.

We would like to know more about your opinion of formal nights and dress codes on Princess Cruises regardless of whether you choose to participate in these events. Please click on the link below to participate in our brief survey.

Best Regards,
Princess Cruises"

Although someone said it was a survey, it sounds more like a statement looking for input to their decision ??

[Host Mike]

I believe that Princess will NEVER drop formal nights because the ladies want to dress up and it maximizes on board revenue.  BTW - We didn't get the survey and when did the formal dress code not become mandatory in the dining rooms on formal night?

[TrishEd]

I don't know when it happened, but we were surprised by it. We both enjoy the formal nights and look forward to them.

[RichC]

That statement was a posted as part of a survey that some people received but has since been removed. I don't believe they will get rid of formal nights entirely because of the $$$ but possibly change one of the dining rooms to formal optional----we'll see.
btw- I'm still waiting impatiently for my survey. I would love to have an input into the final decision.

[Host Mike]

"When formal nights are held, please observe the dress code in the Traditional Dining and Anytime Dining venues for the enjoyment of all our guests.

    Evening gown, cocktail dress, or elegant pant suit for women
    Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men"

http://www.princess.com/learn/faq_answer/pre_cruise/bring.jsp

[nabs14]

NCL had a dining room "formal optional" ten years ago...

[RichC]

NCL had a dining room "formal optional" ten years ago...

I guess it's been a while for me but don't they still have that formal option dining room?

[nabs14]

Yes...  NCL had the first "Freestyle Cruising" & today they still do, including the dining room for "formal optional." 

[RichC]

Yes...  NCL had the first "Freestyle Cruising" & today they still do, including the dining room for "formal optional." 

As I recall it worked out fairly well.

[nabs14]

Yes, we thought it worked out very well for us.  It seemed to be quite popular with most of the passengers.  And still there were those passengers who tried to force their own changes.  Those who are just never satisfied...   

[RichC]

Yes, we thought it worked out very well for us.  It seemed to be quite popular with most of the passengers.  And still there were those passengers who tried to force their own changes.  Those who are just never satisfied...   

Since the food is exactly the same in all the dining rooms, what's to complain about or try to change?

[NSWP]

"When formal nights are held, please observe the dress code in the Traditional Dining and Anytime Dining venues for the enjoyment of all our guests.

    Evening gown, cocktail dress, or elegant pant suit for women
    Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men"

http://www.princess.com/learn/faq_answer/pre_cruise/bring.jsp

Not always enforced though.

[RichC]

"When formal nights are held, please observe the dress code in the Traditional Dining and Anytime Dining venues for the enjoyment of all our guests.

    Evening gown, cocktail dress, or elegant pant suit for women
    Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men"

http://www.princess.com/learn/faq_answer/pre_cruise/bring.jsp

Not always enforced though.

This we all know. I like the way they do it today, not strict enough to be keep people out & just enough to be comfortable. 

[love2cruise]

This spring we went on a cruise on the Azamara Journey and they do not have formal nights, always resort casual, no shorts/t-hirts etc.
We had a wonderful relaxing time, no need to pack extra formal gear/shoes.  It was the lightest packing we had ever done.  It did not take away from our enjoyment but added to it.  On our Princess cruise in June we decided to keep it going and didn't bring formalwear, had a great time and didn't feel we missed out on anything.

If they make it optional, I'm there!

[RichC]

This spring we went on a cruise on the Azamara Journey and they do not have formal nights, always resort casual, no shorts/t-hirts etc.
We had a wonderful relaxing time, no need to pack extra formal gear/shoes.  It was the lightest packing we had ever done.  It did not take away from our enjoyment but added to it.  On our Princess cruise in June we decided to keep it going and didn't bring formalwear, had a great time and didn't feel we missed out on anything.

If they make it optional, I'm there!

I'll bet Azamara isn't priced the same as Princess plus the fact that I would lose all my perks with a new cruise line. No more lunch with the Capt., no more free minutes, no more free laundry, no more priority boarding, no more loyalty $$, no more priority tender service, no more credit card $$ applied to my account and I'm not sure but about the balcony smoking problems but after waiting many years for Princess to finally do something about it, they have & now I'd have to give that up also.