Things change at the last minute all the time depending on weather, mechanicals or supplies, so your navigator print and on phone app are a valuable resource. Prior to boarding you can grab the navigator introducing the cruise and it will list times to sign up for princess or other special meet and greets. There are also regular meets in the atrium, watch the navigator for times and characters. The tasting are all reservation events and you sign up at the posted location once aboard, they also have a fee.
Don't know DD age but if not adult make sure she checks out the clubs when you board, sign her up, our DD loved being with others her age and enjoying all the activities. Its pretty last minute but be sure to check out your cruise meet thread in the event someone has any openings left in a private excursion they may be organizing. Look over the port excursions being offered and sign up for the ones you would like to do, the most popular do sell out.
On board ask, all cast members are very friendly and always helpful. Most carry around a navigator in their pocket so they can keep up with the daily activities as well. They will point you in the right direction, send you to the correct service desk or help with general information or they will just chat with you if you are just wondering. Once aboard and waiting for your stateroom to be ready, lunch it topside or in Parrot Cay, also a good time to finish making your plans. The stage main shows are a must see, we continue to enjoy them even though we have seen them all before.
Be on time for supper, your server will be waiting for everyone at the table to serve. Navigator will tell you where the table service breakfast and lunch are served or you can always go up to the Beach Blanket buffet. All dining and restaurant times are published daily in your navigator. Don't feel bad if you miss something sometime, there is so much it is very hard to catch it all. Bring a highlighter to help with your planning each night in the next days navigator, helps not missing things you want to do.
Room service has PBJ uncrustsbles and Mickey ice cream bars, but don't appear on the menu. Bring a magnet to identify your door and help everyone remember which is yours. Check out the door magnet threads for ideas. Have Fun.