Princess Cruises announces 2024 Alaska season
Now is the time to start planning the trip of a lifetime to Alaska with the recently announced summer 2024 season from Princess Cruises.
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Ruby Princess departs on inaugural voyage from Galveston
Ruby Princess departed Galveston on a 11-day sailing to Mexico and the Caribbean, marking Princess Cruises' first cruise from Texas in six years.
Princess Cruises Returns To Japan In March 2023
Princess Cruises has announced that it will start homeporting in Japan from 15 March 2023. Diamond Princess, quarantined in the Port of Yokohama at the commencement of the COVID-19…
Princess Cruises gets ready for Japan season in 2023
Following the recent decision by the Japanese government to allow the return of international cruise ships to the country, Princess Cruises has announced it will begin homeport sailing in…
Princess Cruises Unveils 360: A New Invitation-Only Experience
A new, invitation-only experience from Princess Cruises will soon transport guests nightly to the Mediterranean – no matter where they are actually sailing – engaging all of their senses…
Princess Cruises lifts Covid-19 protocols for most voyages
Beginning October 21, Princess Cruises is lifting its Covid-19 protocols, meaning there are no longer vaccination or testing requirements on most voyages. Guests sailing with Princess…
Princess Cruises rejoices at transport Canada’s removal of all Covid-19 vaccination requirements to enter country
With the announcement from Transport Canada to remove all COVID-19 requirements to enter the country, Princess Cruises is prepared to welcome all guests on cruises visiting, arriving or…
Princess Cruises: Canada Removes all COVID-19 Restrictions
With today’s announcement from Transport Canada to remove all COVID-19 requirements to enter the country, Princess Cruises is prepared to welcome all guests on cruises visiting,…
Princess Cruises unveils next-gen Sun Princess
Princess Cruises today revealed a stunning new and bespoke ship platform that is the brand's largest ship ever that will accommodate over 4,000 guests.
Coral Princess visits Melbourne
The Coral Princess arrived at Melbourne’s Station Pier Cruise Ship Terminal early Thursday morning for her maiden visit. It is the first cruise ship to visit Melbourne in more than two…
Princess Cruises expands flight booking programme for Southeast Asia
Princess Cruises has added its EZair flight booking programme for guests from Southeast Asia, mainly Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Brunei. This easy-to-use tool provides…
Princess Cruises removes vaccine requirement for most voyages
Princess Cruises has announced updated COVID-19 protocols and guidelines, removing the vaccine requirement for most voyages of less than 16 days so that anyone can cruise, and adjusting…
Princess Cruises marks year-round sailings from Los Angeles
This will mark the line’s first-ever summer season to Mexico, Hawaii, and the California Coast, with Emerald Princess sailing on a series of voyages ranging from five- to 16-days between May…
Princess Cruises announces new summer cruises from Los Angeles
3,080-guest Princess MedallionClass cruise ship features nearly 700 balconies, world-class dining, and dazzling entertainment
Princess Cruises announces new summer cruises from Los Angeles…
Princess Cruises to launch £1 deposit day
Princess Cruises is offering guests the chance to secure a 2023 or 2024 cruise with a £1 deposit per person for one day only
Cruising on Alaskan Cruises from Canada on Princess Cruises now made easier
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
Princess Cruises introduces new all-inclusive offering
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…
Princess Cruises debuts new environmental series
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…
Discovery Princess sets April date for new sailings
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
Princess Cruises celebrates 10 years of sailing in Japan in 2023
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.
Princess Cruises to resume cruising in USA this fall
Princess has announced its intent to return to service in the United States sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Ft. Lauderdale this fall.
What are cruise lines doing to stay afloat during the pandemic
In recent days, cruise lines also have announced plans for comeback sailings from such unorthodox cruise hubs as Nassau, Bahamas, and Haifa, Israel.
The top cruise lines for romance
Some cruise lines specialise in the sort of cruises that take romance at sea to a higher level.
Bidding farewell! Princess Cruises announces Pacific Princess will leave fleet
Princess Cruises has announced the sale of Pacific Princess to an undisclosed buyer to accelerate the removal of less efficient ships from its fleet
Princess Cruises announces extension of pause of operations in Australia
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…
Princess Cruises unveils USD 1.28 deposit day
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…
Coronavirus deep cleanse in Diamond Princess
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…
Sapphire Princess to call Australia home for year-long deployment
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…
Beatle on board: Princess unveil celebs for 2020 cruise
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…
Road to recovery: Princess Cruises’ ship first to return to Australian island after bushfire emergency
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…
Princess Cruises reveals 2021 Alaska season
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…
Cruise news: CLIA’s 2020 cruise industry report and more
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…
Cruise news: Genting Cruise Lines’ new series of ships and more
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.
Cruise news: The increasing impact of the cruise industry and more
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.
Cruise news: Genting Dream to the rescue!
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.
Princess Cruises begins UK countdown for 2020 as current season ends
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…
Cruise news: Jim Henson’s “Inspired Silliness” and more
This week on our cruise radar, legendary puppeteer Jim Henson inspires Princess Cruises, Paul Gauguin announces its 2021 voyages and more.
Cruise news: Royal Caribbean’s new private island destination and more
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.
Princess Cruises unveils VR gaming show on latest ships
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.
Princess Cruises: Sky Princess completes trials
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…
CLIA cruise conference comes to Ireland
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…
Onboard offerings: Princess Cruises unveils new production show
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…
Princess Cruises attempts to break world record for largest vow renewal at sea
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,…
Princess Cruises reveals 2021 will be a record breaking season
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…
Cruise news: Green technology, Amsterdam Pride, new arrivals and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing state-of-the-art green technology, parties in Amsterdam, new itineraries in Alaska and more.
Splish, splash splosh: Princess Cruises opens family focused aqua park on Caribbean Princess
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…
Cruise news: Mega-yacht sailings, new captains and more
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.
Cruise news: Steel-cutting, celebrations, shark week and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’ve got Shark Week summer sailings, first steel cuttings, holiday celebrations and more.
Cruise news: Alaska sailings, two-for-one specials and more
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.
Cruise news: Hitting the right note, sailings to the Galapagos and more
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.
Cruise news: World tours, Easter eggs and more
Making waves in the industry this week are Princess Cruises’ latest world cruise and a new travel publication aimed to inspire a community.
Cruise news: New ships, splash zones, discovery voyages and more
This week in the cruise industry, we’ve seen companies unveil new ships, discovery programmes, Japan cruises, and interactive splash zones.
Cruise news: Naming ceremony, WiFi on board and more
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.
Cruise news: Heritage at Halong, falconry and more
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…
Cruise news: Yachting in Saigon, family friendly decks and more
Wellness and sustainability rule the roost this week as cruise companies lure guests with activity managers, family friendly decks and sustainable practices on board.
Cruise news: Wider balconies at sea, tallest screen and more
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…
Princess Cruises Alaska 2020: “The Great Land never ceases to amaze”
Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2020 Alaska season with cruises and cruisetours, on sale starting 15 November.
Princess Cruises’ new ships to be largest in fleet’s history
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.
Celebrity speakers confirmed for UK-based ship
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…
Princess Cruises opens treehouse in Alaska
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 –…
Princess Cruises unveils new Stephen Schwartz production
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…
Summer sport to be broadcast on UK-based ship
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…
Princess Cruises to name next ship Sky Princess
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…
Princess Cruises announces longest ex-UK sailing
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.…
World’s largest athlete meets world’s largest cruise line
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…
Princess Cruises to sail from Singapore to Alaska
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…
Princess Cruises expands its Ocean Medallion class ships
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…
Yao Ming becomes Princess Cruises’ first Chinese ambassador
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…
Newest Princess ship makes maiden call to Singapore
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…
Three new series of ITV documentary ‘The Cruise’ to be filmed this year
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…
Princess Cruises adds two “Grand Asia” voyages
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…
Diamond Princess gets facelift in Singapore
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…
Princess Cruises to partner with Phillip Schofield
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…
Princess Cruises unveils new luxury Chinese ship
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…
Princess Cruises commits to Penang port calls
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…
Princess Cruises offers $600 onboard incentive
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…
Princess Cruises announces largest Japan programme ever
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…
Fourth ship to join Princess onboard tech programme
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…
Princess Cruises takes Australian History to sea
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…
Princess Cruises to introduce new food and drink options
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
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
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…
New wearable device opens doors for cruise industry
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
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.…
Princess Cruises adds Kota Kinabalu to Asian season
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
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…
Princess Cruises to feature on BBC programme ‘Coast’ this Sunday
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…
Princess Cruises’ hails popularity of ‘Ask Isaac’ agent webchat
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
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…
Star of Princess Cruises’ marketing campaign lands job with line
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’…
Princess Cruises offers free balcony upgrades
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…
Princess Cruises unveils details of new Chinese ship
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
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…
Princess Cruises offers onboard spending money
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 –…
Princess Cruises offers booking incentives
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
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…
Princess Cruises unveils new “Mini-Suites”
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
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…
Princess Cruises offer booking incentives
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…
Princess Cruises plans longest-ever Japan season
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…
Princess Cruises to get two brand new ships
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.…
Princess Cruises unveils longest Japanese season
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
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…
Princess Cruises launches discount flight packages
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
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
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…
The latest industry appointments
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…
Princess Cruises reveals new livery on first Chinese ship
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…
The latest industry appointments
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…
Princess Cruises to expand fleet
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…
Princess Cruises offers booking incentives
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 …
Carnival rakes in US$2.1bn profit as fuel costs fall
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…
Princess Cruises kicks off Singapore season
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
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…
P&O to rebrand Princess cruise ship as ‘Pacific Explorer’
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…
Princess Cruises to showcase musical revue ‘Magic to Do’
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…
Princess Cruises reveals name of first Chinese ship
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…
Princess Cruises offers incentives on all 2016 cruises
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…
Princess Cruises to launch new Stone restaurant
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…
Aussie celebrity chef inks deal with Princess Cruises
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…
Princess Cruises completes second Stockholm berthing
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…
Princess starts work on new Chinese cruise ship
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…
Princess targets China with new ship
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…
Princess cruises around South America as part of Australian season
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…
49 Southeast Asian agents become Princess experts
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…
More cruise ships head to Bali
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…
Emerald Princess to debut Down Under
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…
Seatrade Middle East heads to Muscat
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…
Princess Cruises embarks on first Singapore season
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…
Norwegian buys Ocean Princess for Oceania
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,…
Carnival to add four new ships
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…
The Love Boat cast named Regal Princess godparents
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…
Princess Cruises places new ship order
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…
Chocolate line launched on Princess ships
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…
Singapore to boost fly-cruise market
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…
Princess Cruises starts maiden Shanghai season
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
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…
Regal Princess completes sea trials
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…
Diamond Princess completes Far East makeover
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…
Princess Cruises plans biggest Australia season
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…
The latest industry appointments
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,…
Princess Cruises offers onboard onsens for Japanese guests
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…
Royal Princess coming back to UK
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
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…
Travel agents “key to rebuilding Carnival’s brands”
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
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…
The latest industry appointments
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
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…
Regal Princess to debut early
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…
Princess Cruises unveils Malaysia season
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…
Princess cancels Royal cruise
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…
Princess Cruises to enter Indonesian market
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…
North America backs Carnival environmental trial
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…
Princess Cruises to homeport in China
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…
Passengers criticise Sun Princess handling
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
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…
Sun Princess first voyage after drydock cancelled
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…
Sun Princess’ renovation begins
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
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…
The latest industry appointments
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…
Princess opens five China offices
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…
Royal Princess launches in Southampton
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
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
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…
Royal Princess to homeport at Everglades
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…
Princess Cruises raises commissions to 10%
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…
Princess Cruises appoints new head of sales
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…
Princess announces Royal preview
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…
Princess Cruises reveals Sanctuary and retreat pool
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…
Carnival Australia kicks off record cruise season
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…
Middle East violence forces itinerary changes
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…
Asia showing eastern promise
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…
Princess Cruises reveals name of new ship
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…
CCS offers agents prizes
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…
Princess reveals new look spa
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…
Sports facilities aboard Royal Princess unveiled
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…
San Francisco year-round base for Grand Princess
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…
Princess expands Australian cruise options
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,…
Princess lifts the lid on new entertainment venue
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…
