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Princess Cruises

Cruising on Alaskan Cruises from Canada on Princess Cruises now made easier

Kristin Mariano Jun 16, 2022

Princess Cruises applauds the US Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) decision to lift the COVID-19 testing requirement for entering the U.S. beginning June 12

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Princess Cruises introduces new all-inclusive offering

Harry Johnson May 12, 2022

Princess Cruises introduces new all-inclusive offering - Princess Cruises today announced Princess Premier, a new premium add-on package that offers guests unlimited WiFi for up to 4…

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Princess Cruises debuts new environmental series

Megha Paul Apr 26, 2022

Princess Cruises has announced the debut of a new digital series titled Ocean Treks Conservation Connections, featuring short stories of environmental management, wildlife conservation, and…

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Discovery Princess sets April date for new sailings

Megha Paul Feb 2, 2022

The newest cruise offering in the Princess Cruises fleet, Discovery Princess was delivered during an official handover at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone in Italy

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Princess Cruises celebrates 10 years of sailing in Japan in 2023

Kristin Mariano Sep 2, 2021

The lure of Japan’s traditions, festivals and landscapes can magically come to life for travellers during the newly-announced 2023 cruises and cruise tours season from Princess Cruises.

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Princess Cruises to resume cruising in USA this fall

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2021

Princess has announced its intent to return to service in the United States sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Ft. Lauderdale this fall.

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What are cruise lines doing to stay afloat during the pandemic

Joe Cusmano Apr 28, 2021

In recent days, cruise lines also have announced plans for comeback sailings from such unorthodox cruise hubs as Nassau, Bahamas, and Haifa, Israel.

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The top cruise lines for romance

Joe Cusmano Apr 12, 2021

Some cruise lines specialise in the sort of cruises that take romance at sea to a higher level.

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Bidding farewell! Princess Cruises announces Pacific Princess will leave fleet

Megha Paul Jan 22, 2021

Princess Cruises has announced the sale of Pacific Princess to an undisclosed buyer to accelerate the removal of less efficient ships from its fleet

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Princess Cruises announces extension of pause of operations in Australia

Harry S. Johnson Aug 27, 2020

Due to the continued progression of COVID-19 and related decisions of various governments, health authorities, and airlines regarding travel restrictions, Princess Cruises is extending its…

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Princess Cruises unveils USD 1.28 deposit day

Megha Paul Mar 3, 2020

Princess Cruises is giving holidaymakers the chance to secure a cruise for just a GBP 1 (USD 1.28) deposit per person - for one day only - on 5 March 2020. The offer applies to all…

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Coronavirus deep cleanse in Diamond Princess

Megha Paul Feb 26, 2020

Princess Cruises has announced a global search for a best-in-class service provider with advanced, scientifically proven cleaning and disinfection capabilities to perform work onboard…

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Sapphire Princess to call Australia home for year-long deployment

Megha Paul Feb 19, 2020

Princess Cruises has announced plans to add 44 new cruises from five major Australian cities with the redeployment of Sapphire Princess Down Under. The award-winning guest ship will…

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Beatle on board: Princess unveil celebs for 2020 cruise

Alastair Newport Feb 4, 2020

Princess Cruises has revealed its second round of celebrities who will speak onboard Southampton-based ship this year. The 3,080-guest vessel will head to the Mediterranean, northern…

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Road to recovery: Princess Cruises’ ship first to return to Australian island after bushfire emergency

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2020

Princess Cruises’ 2000-guest Sun Princess became the first cruise ship to return to Kangaroo Island, South Australia, one of the areas most severely impacted by the recent bushfire…

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Princess Cruises reveals 2021 Alaska season

Megha Paul Dec 31, 2019

Princess Cruises has announced its 2021 Alaska season with eight ships calling to 17 destinations on 11 unique itineraries from five homeports. Also included in the 2021 season are 25…

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Cruise news: CLIA’s 2020 cruise industry report and more

Christian Tolentino Dec 18, 2019

This week on cruise news, CLIA releases its 2020 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook report, Paradise Cruises reconnects to its Vietnamese roots, Paul Gauguin Cruises reveals its special…

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Cruise news: Genting Cruise Lines’ new series of ships and more

Christian Tolentino Dec 11, 2019

This week on cruise news, Genting Cruise Lines announces its next series of ships, CMV takes us to the Amazon, Costa Cruises welcomes its new ship powered by LNG and more.

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Cruise news: The increasing impact of the cruise industry and more

Christian Tolentino Dec 4, 2019

This week on cruise news, CLIA analyses the increasing impact of the cruise industry, AIDA Cruises welcomes its fourth Selection Class vessel, CMV unveils a 'refreshing new look' and more.

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Cruise news: Genting Dream to the rescue!

Christian Tolentino Nov 6, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, Genting Dream performs a daring rescue in Malaysia, Princess Cruises offers free spending money or flights, Swoop Antarctica releases a statement and more.

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Princess Cruises begins UK countdown for 2020 as current season ends

Christian Tolentino Nov 4, 2019

Following the departure of Sapphire Princess after a season sailing from Southampton, the line will cruise again from the UK in just over six months’ time with the arrival of the 3,560-guest…

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Cruise news: Jim Henson’s “Inspired Silliness” and more

Christian Tolentino Oct 23, 2019

This week on our cruise radar, legendary puppeteer Jim Henson inspires Princess Cruises, Paul Gauguin announces its 2021 voyages and more.

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Cruise news: Royal Caribbean’s new private island destination and more

Christian Tolentino Oct 16, 2019

This week on cruise news, the industry elevates as we see the debut of the first carbon-neutral cruise destination, a new sports and wellness cruise concept and more.

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Princess Cruises unveils VR gaming show on latest ships

Christian Tolentino Sep 27, 2019

Transporting guests into a virtual reality gaming world, Princess Cruises has revealed details of a new production show called ‘5-SKIES’ which will debut onboard the line’s newest ships.

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Princess Cruises: Sky Princess completes trials

Alastair Newport Sep 10, 2019

Princess Cruises has revealed that preparation for the launch of its newest ship, Sky Princess is proceeding at knot speed, with the announcement that the vessel has completed its sea…

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CLIA cruise conference comes to Ireland

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it will host its first-ever cruise conference dedicated to Irish travel agents on 20 November in Dublin. The cruise…

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Onboard offerings: Princess Cruises unveils new production show

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Princess Cruises has revealed details of its newest production show, ‘Rock Opera’. Created exclusively for Princess Cruises, Rock Opera will feature avant-garde inspired costumes, a…

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Princess Cruises attempts to break world record for largest vow renewal at sea

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Princess Cruises has announced it will attempt to set a world record for the largest number of married guests renewing their vows at sea to mark Valentine’s Day. On 14 February 2020,…

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Princess Cruises reveals 2021 will be a record breaking season

Alastair Newport Jul 24, 2019

Princess Cruises has revealed that 2021 will be its longest UK and Europe season ever. The season will include a total of nearly 500 days cruising from the UK in Southampton across three…

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Cruise news: Green technology, Amsterdam Pride, new arrivals and more

Christian Tolentino Jul 17, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing state-of-the-art green technology, parties in Amsterdam, new itineraries in Alaska and more.

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Splish, splash splosh: Princess Cruises opens family focused aqua park on Caribbean Princess

Alastair Newport Jul 17, 2019

Princess Cruises has announced the opening of its brand new opened a family water playground on the top deck of the 3,140-guest Caribbean Princess cruise ship. The Reef Family Splash Zone…

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Cruise news: Mega-yacht sailings, new captains and more

Christian Tolentino Jun 26, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we're seeing a new all-suite mega-yacht setting sail for the Galapagos, two new appointments, new seasons for 2021 and more.

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Cruise news: Steel-cutting, celebrations, shark week and more

Christian Tolentino Jun 12, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we’ve got Shark Week summer sailings, first steel cuttings, holiday celebrations and more.

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Cruise news: Alaska sailings, two-for-one specials and more

Christian Tolentino May 1, 2019

This May Day, we’ve got Princess Cruises announcing its best season yet, Paul Gauguin Cruises' 2020 Voyages, Katarina Line’s two-for-one specials and more.

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Cruise news: Hitting the right note, sailings to the Galapagos and more

Christian Tolentino Apr 17, 2019

Making waves in this week’s cruise round-up are Seabourn’s new public spaces, Silversea’s new sailings to the Galapagos Islands, and more.

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Cruise news: World tours, Easter eggs and more

Christian Tolentino Apr 3, 2019

Making waves in the industry this week are Princess Cruises’ latest world cruise and a new travel publication aimed to inspire a community.

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Cruise news: New ships, splash zones, discovery voyages and more

Christian Tolentino Mar 20, 2019

This week in the cruise industry, we’ve seen companies unveil new ships, discovery programmes, Japan cruises, and interactive splash zones.

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Cruise news: Naming ceremony, WiFi on board and more

Mili Mar 7, 2019

The cruise world is leaving no stone unturned in attracting travellers. With new launches each day and added features like WiFi on board. Check out latest happenings from the cruise world.

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Cruise news: Heritage at Halong, falconry and more

Mili Feb 20, 2019

Boutique is the way to go as cruise lines take every effort to customise their experience with off beat attractions and onboard design. Addition of vessels in the industry and more...this…

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Cruise news: Yachting in Saigon, family friendly decks and more

Mili Feb 13, 2019

Wellness and sustainability rule the roost this week as cruise companies lure guests with activity managers, family friendly decks and sustainable practices on board.

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Cruise news: Wider balconies at sea, tallest screen and more

Mili Jan 30, 2019

Catch all the action from the cruise industry in our exciting weekly round up. This week Antarctica gains focus with luxurious itineraries and a trip with the expert, while cruise ships…

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Princess Cruises Alaska 2020: “The Great Land never ceases to amaze”

Christian Tolentino Nov 16, 2018

Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2020 Alaska season with cruises and cruisetours, on sale starting 15 November.

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Princess Cruises’ new ships to be largest in fleet’s history

Alastair Newport Jul 24, 2018

Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of travel giant Carnival Corporation, has announced it will be supplementing its fleet with an order of two new ships from Italian shipwrights Fincantieri.

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Celebrity speakers confirmed for UK-based ship

Jill Sayles Jan 25, 2018

Princess Cruises has revealed its second round of celebrities who will speak on Southampton-based ship Sapphire Princess this year. The 2,670-guest vessel will head to northern Europe and…

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Princess Cruises opens treehouse in Alaska

Jill Sayles Jan 18, 2018

Princess Cruises has introduced a 500 square feet treehouse at its Mount McKinley Wilderness Lodge, near Denali National Park in Alaska. The treehouse offers panoramic views of Denali –…

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Princess Cruises unveils new Stephen Schwartz production

Jill Sayles Jan 12, 2018

Princess Cruises has revealed details of the third production show it has created in partnership with Oscar-winning composer, Stephen Schwartz. ‘The Secret Silk’ tells the story of a…

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Summer sport to be broadcast on UK-based ship

Jill Sayles Jan 10, 2018

Princess Cruises will broadcast this summer’s major sporting events on its UK ship, Sapphire Princess. The 2,670-guest vessel will sail on a series of voyages to the Mediterranean and…

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Princess Cruises to name next ship Sky Princess

Jill Sayles Dec 4, 2017 25

Princess Cruises has announced its fourth Royal-class ship will be named Sky Princess. Sky Princess is scheduled to launch in October 2019 on a series of Mediterranean voyages and will…

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Princess Cruises announces longest ex-UK sailing

Jill Sayles Nov 30, 2017 7

Princess Cruises has announced that 2019 will see its longest ever season sailing from the UK. More than one million cruise nights will be available on voyages from Southampton and Dover.…

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World’s largest athlete meets world’s largest cruise line

Alastair Newport Nov 10, 2017 23

Princess Cruises, the world’s largest international premium cruise line announced today that Yao Ming and his wife, Ye Li, will serve as Inaugural Cruise Ambassadors for Princess Cruises in…

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Princess Cruises to sail from Singapore to Alaska

Mark Elliott Aug 23, 2017

Princess Cruises has revealed plans to operate a new voyage that allows Asian travellers to explore the frozen wonders of Alaska. The new “Epic Adventure Cruise” voyage will set sail…

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Princess Cruises expands its Ocean Medallion class ships

Maria Airey Jun 30, 2017

Princess Cruises has announced that three more of its ships - Crown Princess, Golden Princess and Ruby Princess - will join the Ocean Medallion Class fleet. Both Crown Princess and…

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Yao Ming becomes Princess Cruises’ first Chinese ambassador

Mark Elliott Jun 21, 2017

Princess Cruises has revealed that Yao Ming and his wife, Ye Li, will serve as its first ever "ambassadors" in China. The basketball couple will also name the new Majestic Princess…

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Newest Princess ship makes maiden call to Singapore

Mark Elliott Jun 19, 2017

Majestic Princess, the newest ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, has made its maiden call to Singapore. The 3,560-passenger cruise liner docked at the Marina Bay Cruise Centre on 18…

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Three new series of ITV documentary ‘The Cruise’ to be filmed this year

Simon Willmore May 26, 2017

Three new series of the ITV documentary ‘The Cruise’, which will be set onboard two Princess Cruises ships, is to be filmed over the next few months. The new series will air prime time on…

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Princess Cruises adds two “Grand Asia” voyages

Mark Elliott May 18, 2017

Princess Cruises has added two more 14-day "Grand Asia" voyages to its 2018 itineraries, with its newest ship, Majestic Princess, sailing between Shanghai and Singapore. The first voyage…

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Diamond Princess gets facelift in Singapore

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2017

The Diamond Princess cruise ship has emerged from dry-dock facelift in Singapore, which saw the ship adorned with a brand new livery. The vessel became the third ship in the company's…

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Princess Cruises to partner with Phillip Schofield

Simon Willmore Apr 4, 2017

Princess Cruises has announced a brand partnership with TV personality, Phillip Schofield. The British favourite will become the line’s first brand ambassador in the UK. Schofield will…

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Princess Cruises unveils new luxury Chinese ship

Mark Elliott Mar 31, 2017

Princess Cruises has taken delivery of the Majestic Princess, its new luxury cruise ship designed specifically for the Chinese market. The ship was officially handed over to Princess…

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Princess Cruises commits to Penang port calls

Mark Elliott Mar 13, 2017

Princess Cruises has confirmed that Penang will continue to be included in its Southeast Asian itineraries for at least the next two seasons. For the 2017-18, Diamond Princess cruise ship…

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Princess Cruises offers $600 onboard incentive

Aaron Greenwood Mar 2, 2017

Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers up to $600 onboard spending money per stateroom on Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings. The offer runs from March 1 until April 30. It…

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Princess Cruises announces largest Japan programme ever

Simon Willmore Feb 21, 2017

Princess Cruises has unveiled details of its bigger ever season of sailings in Japan. The cruise line's 2018 Japan programme will feature a record number of departures, with a total…

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Fourth ship to join Princess onboard tech programme

Simon Willmore Feb 20, 2017

Princess Cruises announced today that Island Princess will be the fourth cruise ship to feature the Ocean Medallion, debuting May 16, 2018 for the Alaska season. The wearable device…

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Princess Cruises takes Australian History to sea

Simon Willmore Feb 14, 2017

Princess Cruises has created history with a new onboard exhibition showcasing major moments from Australia's past. The exhibition, titled Defining Moments in Australian History has been…

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Princess Cruises to introduce new food and drink options

Mark Elliott Feb 8, 2017

Princess Cruises will offer a range of additional food and drink options on Crown Princess, one of its Southampton-based ships for this spring and summer. Crown Princess will sail to the…

Princess Cruises offers new shore excursions on UK-based sailings

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2017

Princess Cruises will offer 20 new shore excursions to guests sailing on Crown Princess, one of its Southampton-based ships for this spring and summer. Crown Princess will sail to the…

Carnival announces new ships for Holland America Line and Princess Cruises

Mark Elliott Jan 19, 2017

Carnival has announced that it has signed a memorandum of agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri S.p.A. to build two new cruise ships with final contracts expected to be executed in…

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New wearable device opens doors for cruise industry

Mark Elliott Jan 5, 2017

A new wearable passenger device has been developed that is set to transform the cruise industry. Unveiled by Carnival Corporation at the CES 2017 technology event in Las Vegas, the…

Princess Cruises discounts 2017 sailings

Aaron Greenwood Dec 20, 2016

Princess Cruises has announced a number of reduced fares for 2017 sailings with prices starting from £499pp.Third and fourth guests sharing the same stateroom can cruise from £99pp.…

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Princess Cruises adds Kota Kinabalu to Asian season

Mark Elliott Dec 2, 2016

Princess Cruises made its first visit to the Malaysian port of Kota Kinabalu this week, as part of its 2016-17 Southeast Asian season. The 18-deck, 2,706-passenger Diamond Princess…

Princess Cruises announces UK expansion

Mark Elliott Nov 17, 2016

Princess Cruises has this evening surprised the industry with an announcement outlining expansion for the UK market. Highlights of their expansion include: · Sapphire Princess will…

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Princess Cruises to feature on BBC programme ‘Coast’ this Sunday

Mark Elliott Nov 1, 2016

Princess Cruises’ 3,100-guest ship, Caribbean Princess, will appear in the next episode of BBC2 programme ‘Coast’. Presenter Tessa Dunlop joined the vessel as it travelled from Liverpool…

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Princess Cruises’ hails popularity of ‘Ask Isaac’ agent webchat

Mark Elliott Oct 7, 2016

Princess Cruises has reported that over 10% of agent enquiries are now being handled through its new online webchat for travel agents following its launch in August. Named ‘Ask Isaac’ after…

Emerald Princess begins long journey to Australia

Mark Elliott Sep 29, 2016

Princess Cruises’ largest ship left the UK this week for a journey halfway around the world. The 3,082-passenger Emerald Princess set off from Southampton for a 48-night voyage that…

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Star of Princess Cruises’ marketing campaign lands job with line

Mark Elliott Sep 10, 2016

Princess Cruises has recruited the star of its recent online UK advertisement as new regional business manager for the north. Jo McGawley featured in Princess Cruises’ ‘come back new’…

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Princess Cruises offers free balcony upgrades

Gemma Greenwood Sep 2, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers free balcony upgrades on over 400 cruises. The deal applies to selected voyages in 2017-2018 for Europe, Alaska, Japan, South East Asia and all…

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Princess Cruises unveils details of new Chinese ship

Mark Elliott Aug 25, 2016

Princess Cruises has revealed some of the facilities that will be found onboard its new Chinese-focused ship, Majestic Princess, as well as its initial sailings. The 3,560-passenger…

Princess Cruises offers $900 onboard spending money

Aaron Greenwood Jul 25, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers up to $900 free onboard spending money per stateroom on select sailings booked between now and August 31, 2016. The deal applies to over 400…

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Princess Cruises offers onboard spending money

Gemma Greenwood Jun 28, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers up to $300 (£225) onboard spending money per couple, plus free stateroom gratuities for a limited time only. The offer will run from July 1 –…

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Princess Cruises offers booking incentives

Aaron Greenwood Jun 2, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering free stateroom gratuities on select 2017 sailings as well as a £50 deposit per person. The offer applies to 250 Europe and Alaska cruises and is available…

Princess Cruises launches agent incentive

Aaron Greenwood May 23, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering 200 travel agents the chance to win a cruise on its newest ship, Majestic Princess, when she launches in 2017. The prize is a four-night preview sailing…

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Princess Cruises unveils new “Mini-Suites”

Mark Elliott May 5, 2016

Princess Cruises is adding a new room category to its ships that offers guests a series of extra VIP perks. The Club Class Mini-Suites will be launched on several of the cruise line's…

Princess Cruises to showcase Downton Abbey

Aaron Greenwood May 3, 2016

Princess Cruises has confirmed it will include Downton Abbey exhibits on two of its UK-based ships from next month. The 3,100-guest Emerald Princess and Caribbean Princess will…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises offer booking incentives

Aaron Greenwood Apr 28, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers up to $300 onboard spending money plus £500 off flights per couple when booking a Caribbean cruise. The offer is available for a limited time…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises plans longest-ever Japan season

Aaron Greenwood Apr 6, 2016

Princess Cruises has announced that 2017 will see its longest ever Japan cruise season, with a total of 39 departures. Guests can choose to travel around Japan itself, or combine it with…

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Princess Cruises to get two brand new ships

Mark Elliott Apr 5, 2016

Princess Cruises will take delivery of two brand new ships in the coming years, following the recent agreement signed between the Carnival Corporation and Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.…

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Princess Cruises unveils longest Japanese season

Mark Elliott Mar 18, 2016

Princess Cruises has revealed plans for its longest ever season of sailings in Japan. In 2017, the cruise line will offer a series of voyages from Tokyo and Kobe, circumnavigate the…

Princess Cruises launches ‘come back new’ tour

Aaron Greenwood Mar 15, 2016

Princess Cruises is inviting travel agents to attend its ‘come back new’ tour, which will take place during April at 12 locations across the UK. Agents who attend will be automatically…

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Princess Cruises launches discount flight packages

Aaron Greenwood Mar 9, 2016

Holidaymakers can save up to £1,000 per couple on flights when booking a cruise and flight with Princess Cruises. The offer is available on bookings made before 2 May and applies to 221…

Princess Cruises launches Leap Year sale

Gemma Greenwood Feb 26, 2016

Princess Cruises has launched a ‘Leap Year Sale’, offering guests up to two nights free on a selection of voyages from the UK. The offer runs from February 26 – 29 and applies to 10…

Princess Cruises promotes Walker to key academy role

Aaron Greenwood Feb 16, 2016

Princess Cruises has promoted Sarah Jane Walker to sales manager for its academy team and regional business. Walker was previously employed as Princess UK’s academy programme…

Appointments

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Feb 10, 2016

ROBERT RIJNDERS has become Onyx Hospitality Group's new senior vice president and area general manager for Pattaya. Rijnders started working with Onyx in the early 1980s, when the…

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Princess Cruises reveals new livery on first Chinese ship

Mark Elliott Feb 9, 2016

Princess Cruises has confirmed that Majestic Princess, its first ship built specifically for the Chinese market, will also be the first to debut the company's new livery and logo. The…

Appointments

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Jan 13, 2016

CHRISTINE LIU has become STR Global's new country manager for China. Based in Beijing, she will now head up the hotel benchmarking company's operations in China. Liu joins STR Global…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises to expand fleet

Aaron Greenwood Jan 7, 2016

Princess Cruises has confirmed that Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri will build a new ship for the line, which will enter service in late 2019. The as-yet unnamed 143,000-ton vessel, which…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises offers booking incentives

Aaron Greenwood Jan 4, 2016

Princess Cruises is offering a deposit of £50 per person when booking a 2016 cruise before February 29. Guests can also benefit from a number of reduced fares and a saving of 50% on 3rd …

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Carnival rakes in US$2.1bn profit as fuel costs fall

Mark Elliott Dec 21, 2015

Carnival Corporation has posted an impressive net profit of US$2.1 billion for 2015, largely due to falling fuel prices. The company, which operates several of the world's leading…

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Princess Cruises kicks off Singapore season

Mark Elliott Nov 26, 2015

Princess Cruises will embark on its second season of sailings from Singapore this week. Following its inaugural season in 2014, the 2,678-passenger Sapphire Princess cruise ship will set…

Princess Cruises appoints new UK sales head

Aaron Greenwood Nov 14, 2015

Rachel Poultney has been promoted to head of sales for Princess Cruises UK. She will lead a 15-strong sales team split across office and field. Poultney, 29, was previously sales manager…

Australia

P&O to rebrand Princess cruise ship as ‘Pacific Explorer’

Mark Elliott Oct 26, 2015

P&O Cruises has revealed that its latest Australia-based ship will be called Pacific Explorer. The 77,000-tonne vessel, which is currently operating as Princess Cruises’ Dawn…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises to showcase musical revue ‘Magic to Do’

Mark Elliott Oct 19, 2015

Princess Cruises recently raised the curtain on a new musical revue titled Magic to Do from Stephen Schwartz. The show premiered aboard Crown Princess to amazing reviews at a special…

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Princess Cruises reveals name of first Chinese ship

Mark Elliott Oct 9, 2015

Princess Cruises has revealed that its new Chinese ship will be named "Majestic Princess". The vessel, which is currently under construction, will start sailing year-round itineraries…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises offers incentives on all 2016 cruises

Aaron Greenwood Sep 2, 2015

Princess Cruises has confirmed passengers will be entitled to balcony upgrades and up to $600 onboard spending money per couple if they book before 30 November on all sailings from February…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises to launch new Stone restaurant

Aaron Greenwood Aug 19, 2015

Princess Cruises has announced its new specialty restaurant, SHARE by Curtis Stone, will soon be introduced on some of its ships. The restaurant is the Australian celebrity chef’s…

Ocean Cruising

Aussie celebrity chef inks deal with Princess Cruises

Aaron Greenwood Jul 29, 2015

Princess Cruises has announced a new partnership with celebrity chef Curtis Stone. Stone began his cooking career at the age of 18 in his homeland of Australia and later honed his skills…

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Princess Cruises completes second Stockholm berthing

Gemma Greenwood Jul 21, 2015

Princess Cruises recently completed its second sailing into the heart of Stockholm on one of its newer 'royal class' ships. The 3,560-guest Regal Princess - which is currently travelling…

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Princess starts work on new Chinese cruise ship

Mark Elliott Jul 13, 2015

Construction work has commenced on Princess Cruises’ latest ship, which will be tailored to the needs of the Chinese market. An official keel-laying ceremony was held recently at the…

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Princess targets China with new ship

Mark Elliott May 6, 2015

Princess Cruises' next new ship will be based in China all-year-round when it enters service, offering facilities specifically designed for Chinese guests. The as-yet-unnamed ship is…

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Princess cruises around South America as part of Australian season

Mark Elliott Apr 13, 2015

Australian cruisers will be offered the chance to circumnavigate South America, following the launch of Princess Cruises' latest itineraries. Commencing in 2017, the cruise line will…

Human Resources

49 Southeast Asian agents become Princess experts

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2015

Princess Cruises has announced that 49 Southeast Asian travel agents have graduated from its training programme, Princess Academy. The agents have achieved Commodore level - the…

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More cruise ships head to Bali

Mark Elliott Jan 26, 2015

Bali's cruise industry will receive a boost this year, as 60 ships call at the island's main port, Benoa, over the next 12 months. The port's authorities were reported saying that the…

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Emerald Princess to debut Down Under

Mark Elliott Jan 7, 2015

Princess Cruises has confirmed the latest phase of its Australian expansion, with the deployment of the 3,082-passenger Emerald Princess cruise ship Down Under. The 113,000-tonne…

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Seatrade Middle East heads to Muscat

Mark Elliott Dec 8, 2014

Key issues impacting development of the Arabian Gulf's cruise industry will be in the spotlight at the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Forum. The event is being held at the Al Bustan Palace…

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Princess Cruises embarks on first Singapore season

Mark Elliott Nov 27, 2014

Princess Cruises embarked on its first season of sailings from Singapore today (27 November 2014). The Sapphire Princess cruise ship will homeport at the city's Marina Bay Cruise…

United States

Norwegian buys Ocean Princess for Oceania

Mark Elliott Nov 25, 2014

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has reached an agreement to purchase Ocean Princess for the Oceania Cruises brand. The 684-passenger ship, currently operating under Princess Cruises,…

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Carnival to add four new ships

Mark Elliott Nov 6, 2014

Carnival Corporation is planning to add four new ships in the next 18 months, boosting its fleet capacity by nearly 10%. This week, the company is christening two new ships in the…

United States

The Love Boat cast named Regal Princess godparents

Mark Elliott Aug 13, 2014

The original cast of the US TV show The Love Boat have been announced as the godparents for the new Regal Princess. The godparents are the six main characters from the show, which ran…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises places new ship order

Mark Elliott Jul 30, 2014

Princess Cruises has ordered another new ship from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. The 143,000-tonne vessel will be built for EUR600 million and will carry 3, 650 passengers in…

Ocean Cruising

Chocolate line launched on Princess ships

Mark Elliott Jul 30, 2014

Princess Cruises has announced a new chocolate rang on its ships. The cruise line has partnered with Norman Love to produce the ‘Chocolate Journeys’ range that will first be seen on…

Cruise

Singapore to boost fly-cruise market

Mark Elliott May 26, 2014

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Changi Airport have embarked a major new drive to boost the country's fly-cruise market. The two companies have has teamed up with Princess Cruises…

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Princess Cruises starts maiden Shanghai season

Mark Elliott May 23, 2014

Princess Cruises has embarked on its first season of sailings from Shanghai. The Sapphire Princess liner will homeport in the Chinese city for four months this summer, offering 24…

Royal Princess to star in ITV documentary

Mark Elliott May 8, 2014

Princess Cruises has announced it will appear in a four-part documentary on ITV this summer. ‘The Cruise Ship’ will show behind-the-scenes footage of the 3,600-passenger Royal…

Ocean Cruising

Regal Princess completes sea trials

Mark Elliott Apr 28, 2014

Princess Cruises’ newest ship Regal Princess has completed its sea trials ahead of its first sailing next month. The 19-deck ship has successfully completed its steering, propulsion…

Ocean Cruising

Diamond Princess completes Far East makeover

Mark Elliott Apr 23, 2014

Princess Cruises has completed the Far East updates to the Diamond Princess. The 2, 670-passenger ship now features a Japanese bath area with indoor and outdoor facilities including a…

Australia

Princess Cruises plans biggest Australia season

Mark Elliott Apr 15, 2014

Princess Cruises will base five ships in Australia next year, marking the company's biggest ever seasonal commitment to the country. For its 2015-16 summer season, the company’s…

Appointments

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Apr 2, 2014

ANTHONY KAUFMAN has been appointed by Carnival to the new position of senior vice president of Asia for the Princess Cruises brand. A US national, Kaufman is no stranger to Princess,…

Cruise

Princess Cruises offers onboard onsens for Japanese guests

Mark Elliott Mar 18, 2014

Ahead of its summer season in Japan, Princess Cruises is equipping one of its ships with a unique range of new facilities designed to appeal to Japanese passengers. The US$30 million…

Ocean Cruising

Royal Princess coming back to UK

Mark Elliott Feb 26, 2014

Princess Cruises made two UK announcements last night; that Royal Princess will return to the UK and commission opportunities for travel agents will increase in 2015. Royal…

Ludlow expands Princess role

Mark Elliott Feb 6, 2014

Paul Ludlow has seen his role at Princess Cruises expanded. Ludlow is now managing director for UK and Europe leading passenger sale efforts across the continent. He will oversee…

United States

Travel agents “key to rebuilding Carnival’s brands”

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2014

Travel agents have been “critical” in rebuilding the brand perception of the Carnival Corporation in the last year, its president and CEO Arnold Donald has said. Speaking to media on…

Cruise industry appointments

Mark Elliott Jan 15, 2014

Ben Bouldin has been named director of sales for the UK and Ireland at Royal Caribbean International. Bouldin will lead an 18-strong sales team dedicated to the brand, following the split of…

Appointments

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Jan 10, 2014

Darren Barker has been named general manager of UK at Emirates Holidays. Barker will run day-to-day operations at Emirates Holidays in the UK and succeeds Fabio Prestijacopo who is now…

‘Memories’ Wave campaign for Princess

Mark Elliott Dec 19, 2013

Princess Cruises has announced its new campaign for the Wave booking period with the theme ‘Make new memories’. The campaign will run from Boxing Day to 28 February 2014 focused on…

Ocean Cruising

Regal Princess to debut early

Mark Elliott Oct 18, 2013

Regal Princess, the sister ship of the recently launched Royal Princess, is to debut two weeks earlier than originally scheduled after it was announced the ship’s construction is ahead…

Cruise

Princess Cruises unveils Malaysia season

Mark Elliott Oct 1, 2013

Princess Cruises has announced a new season of cruises in Malaysia. In the winter 2014-15 season, the company will deploy its Sapphire Princess liner to Southeast Asia for a…

Ocean Cruising

Princess cancels Royal cruise

Mark Elliott Sep 23, 2013

The newest ship of Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises, has suffered an electrical power cut while on a Mediterranean itinerary, ending in a cancelled cruise. The ship, which was on…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises to enter Indonesian market

Mark Elliott Sep 12, 2013

Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises is to introduce Indonesia to its future itineraries, prompting the company’s attempt to gain a share in the emerging market. The firm, which will…

United States

North America backs Carnival environmental trial

Mark Elliott Sep 5, 2013

The biggest cruise company in the world, Carnival Corporation, has been given approval by both the US and Canadian authorities to trial its new exhaust gas cleaning technology. The…

Cruise

Princess Cruises to homeport in China

Mark Elliott Aug 22, 2013

Carnival will introduce its Princess Cruises brand to China for the first time next year, naming Shanghai as the homeport for its Sapphire Princess liner. The cruise ship will operate…

Australia

Passengers criticise Sun Princess handling

Mark Elliott Aug 21, 2013

Customers affected by the cancellation of Sun Princess’ cruise yesterday have told Cruise News how several were not told they had flights or accommodation arranged despite Princess…

Princess Cruises announces Cruise Extra Campaign

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2013

Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises has announced its latest campaign will be launched at the end of this month. ‘Cruise Extra’ will be aimed at pushing European itineraries sailing…

Australia

Sun Princess first voyage after drydock cancelled

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2013

Sun Princess’ first cruise since its US$30 million drydock period has been cancelled, leaving 2,000 people without a cruise to go on. The ship’s first cruise from Singapore to…

Ocean Cruising

Sun Princess’ renovation begins

Mark Elliott Aug 13, 2013

Renovation of the Sun Princess has commenced at the Sembawang shipyard in Singapore. The ship is to receive a new atrium including the International Café; a new sushi and seafood…

Appointments

Mark Elliott Jul 26, 2013

Melisa Raffaelli has been promoted to director of sales at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh. Raffaelli has worked at the hotel since 2002 where she started as a…

Appointments

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Jul 10, 2013

CHERRY WANG has been named as Princess Cruises’ new Country Manager for China. No stranger to the Princess Cruises product, Ms Wang has served as General Manager of Princess and Cunard’s…

Appointments

Princess opens five China offices

Mark Elliott Jul 9, 2013

Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises has announced it will be opening five new offices in China to target one of the fastest growing markets in the world. The locations have been…

Ocean Cruising

Royal Princess launches in Southampton

Mark Elliott Jun 13, 2013

Princess Cruises has officially launched its latest ship, the Royal Princess, at a star-studded ceremony in Southampton. The ship, which is owned by Carnival Corporation, was christened…

On The Deck: Alex White

Mark Elliott May 9, 2013

If you’ve been keeping up with the news you cannot have failed to notice that things have been moving quickly at Princess Cruises. The company’s newest ship, the Royal Princess, recently…

Princess Cruises increases UK sales presence

Mark Elliott Mar 26, 2013 8

Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises has announced that it will increase its UK sales team as the line looks to bolster its British presence. At a ceremony in Italy, where the…

United States

Royal Princess to homeport at Everglades

Mark Elliott Mar 18, 2013 15

Princess Cruises has announced that its new vessel – the Royal Princess – will homeport at the Port of Everglades after the vessel has debuted in Europe this summer. The 3,600…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises raises commissions to 10%

Mark Elliott Mar 12, 2013 1

Carnival brand Princess Cruises has announced that it is to increase commission levels to 10% effective as of 14 March 2013. The company, which is part of Complete Cruise Solutions…

Appointments

Princess Cruises appoints new head of sales

Mark Elliott Jan 28, 2013 1

Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises has announced the appointment of Alex White as its new head of sales in the UK. White, who will be reporting to Paul Ludlow, UK director, will take up…

Ocean Cruising

Princess announces Royal preview

Mark Elliott Jan 22, 2013 0

Princess Cruises has announced details of the preview cruises for its new vessel, the 3,600 passenger Royal Princess, which is due to launch in June 2013. The two mini-cruises will take…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises reveals Sanctuary and retreat pool

Mark Elliott Nov 26, 2012 0

Princess Cruises has announced more details on the newest addition to its fleet, Royal Princess. The vessel, which is due to be launched in June 2013, is going to fitted with a host of…

Australia

Carnival Australia kicks off record cruise season

Oct 4, 2012 17

Carnival Australia has commenced its largest ever summer cruise season, with 19 ships set to make 310 calls to Australian ports, carrying a record 325,000 passengers. The season, which runs…

Ocean Cruising

Middle East violence forces itinerary changes

Mark Elliott Sep 19, 2012 6

Several major cruise lines have been forced to change their itineraries to avoid the Middle East after violence and anti-US sentiment has erupted over the release of the controversial…

Ocean Cruising

Asia showing eastern promise

Mark Elliott Sep 19, 2012 16

Christine Duffy, president and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has described Asia as a “gateway to tomorrow’s cruise marketplace”. Her comments came while sitting on a…

Ocean Cruising

Princess Cruises reveals name of new ship

Aug 29, 2012 14

Princess Cruises has revealed that its new luxury liner will be named the 'Regal Princess'. Construction of the new ship commenced this week with an official keel-laying ceremony at the…

Ocean Cruising

CCS offers agents prizes

Mark Elliott Aug 15, 2012 10

To celebrate the launch of P&O, Princess and Cunard’s 2014 world cruise programmes, CCS is giving away one prize every day for 80 days from 3 September 2012. To be eligible agents need…

Hotels

Princess reveals new look spa

Mark Elliott Aug 13, 2012 15

Princess Cruises has revealed images of its new Lotus Spa, which will debut on the line’s new vessel, the Royal Princess, next June. The spa, which will come fitted with more treatment…

Ocean Cruising

Sports facilities aboard Royal Princess unveiled

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2012 1

Princess Cruises has unveiled the sports and fitness facilities that will feature aboard its 141,000-ton Royal Princess when she is introduced in spring 2013. The ship will feature the…

Ocean Cruising

San Francisco year-round base for Grand Princess

Mark Elliott May 8, 2012 17

Princess announced last week it will base a ship in San Francisco year-round for the first time starting next year. The recently-upgraded Grand Princess will cruise to Alaska from the City…

Australia

Princess expands Australian cruise options

May 8, 2012 14

Princess Cruises has launched its 2013-14 programme, with its biggest ever range of Australian cruises. The season will feature more than 47 cruises on the Australian-based Sun Princess,…

Ocean Cruising

Princess lifts the lid on new entertainment venue

Mark Elliott May 2, 2012 16

Royal Princess is to debut a new television studio style entertainment venue named Princess Live!. Debuting on the new ship in June 2013, the high-tech Princess Live! will showcase live…