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Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises is a premium cruise line best suited to skews toward an older, experience-oriented demographic drawn to destination-rich itineraries and MedallionClass technology, with strong repeat-guest loyalty.

Founded1965
HeadquartersSanta Clarita, California, USA
Parent companyCarnival Corporation & plc
Reference fleet size17 ships

The experience

What stands out

Skews toward an older, experience-oriented demographic drawn to destination-rich itineraries and MedallionClass technology, with strong repeat-guest loyalty.

  • MedallionClass wearable technology (keyless entry, OceanNow ordering)
  • Strong destination itineraries, especially Alaska
  • Premium quality at accessible pricing
  • New Sphere-class ships (Sun and Star Princess)
  • The Love Boat heritage

Commonly included

What the fare may cover

  • Main Dining Room meals
  • World Fresh Market buffet
  • International Cafe & poolside pizza
  • Room-service breakfast & soft-serve
  • Theater shows & live music
  • Pools & hot tubs
  • The Medallion wearable

Plan for extras

What may cost more

  • Crew Appreciation (gratuities)$18 / guest / day
  • Specialty diningPer meal
  • Casual diningPer meal
  • Alcoholic drinksPer drink
  • Wi-Fi (MedallionNet)$25 / device / day
  • Spa (Lotus Spa)Per treatment
  • Shore excursionsPer person

Fare and package reference

Ways Princess Cruises bundles the trip

$65 / guest / day ($70 on Sun & Star)

Princess Plus

Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $15) · MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi (1 device) · Daily Crew Appreciation (gratuities) · 4 casual-dining meals; waived delivery fees

$100 / guest / day ($105 on Sun & Star)

Princess Premier

Premier Beverage Package (drinks up to $20, unlimited) · MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi (4 devices) · Unlimited casual AND specialty dining · Unlimited digital photos, reserved show seating, shore-excursion credit

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