Mexican Riviera Dec. 2022 on the Discovery Princess

 Getting ready for our first real cruise post Covid and boy am I ready!! No testing is required or proof of vaccination. I'm going to bring a mask anyway for the crowded elevators because I don't want to catch anything. 

• MedallionClass app loaded on the phone and Green Lane Ready w/a QR code. √
• Luggage tags printed and taped to my bags. √
• Medallion came in mail. I ordered the ships crest. √
• Bags are packed. √

My Medallion. I ordered the Discovery Princess Crest. 

We are driving to port which is about 1 and 1/2 hours away, and leave our car in the parking lot next to the ship. No air flights this time which is nice, because it takes a lot of stress out. 

We ordered the Princess Plus package which include wifi/ pre paid gratuities and the beverage package. I'm not much of a drinker but I'm going to try Good Spirits and some new drinks on this cruise. 

The Ports are :

Cabo San Lucas

Mazatlan

Puerto Vallarta 

Who is going? Well, me and my husband, two sisters, nephew and his wife, husbands co-worker and family, friends, and extended family on my nephews side. First time with this many people we know. It's usually just me and my husband, but now that my family has become addicted to cruising like me, they are more interested in getting together and cruising together. 

The Piazza on Deck 5

Me and my sister Lisa

I've always wanted to go on the ship during Christmas to see all the decorations and what it would like. This was a great time to go as it was pretty quiet. We went early December before Christmas break. I believe there were about 100 kids on the ship and the cruise after was going to have over 1000. That's my big secret for you. Shhhh.....Don't tell anyone. 

First day Embarkation:

Grabbed a coffee and pastry from International cafe so I'd have energy for the day.

Waited for the opening of rooms so I could drop off my suitcase and unpack. 

Grabbed a drink and headed up to the Sanctuary to book a lounge. 

Grabbed a drink and headed up to the Sanctuary to book a lounge. 

Dani & Johnny 

Went to sail away party to watch the dancing, band play and try to stay warm. 

Lisa, Lori and me. The 3 amigas. 

Dinner time in the Main Dining Room w/friends and family

The Princess Love Boat 

This is the New "Princess Love Boat" dessert. I remember is used to be chocolate looking and I'm sure I have previous pictures of this. But it tastes just as good. 

Showtime : Comedian of the night. I always love the comedians!! They are the best. 

Tomorrow is chill Sea day before Cabo, so I can stay up as late as I want!!

Goodnight zzzzzzzz