A celebration is underway as the next-level Love Boat from Princess Cruises – Sun Princess – set sail today on the cruise ship's maiden voyage.
Princess calls the LNG-powered, 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess “the most impressive, luxurious and stunning Love Boat ever created and introduces an innovative new ship platform designed exclusively for the world's most iconic cruise brand.”
Sun Princess officially started the inaugural cruise season on a 10-day Grand Mediterranean cruise roundtrip from Rome, taking guests to the marquee ports of Naples, Italy; Crete, Greece; Kusadasi, Turkey (for Ephesus); Athens, Greece; Sicily, Italy; Mallorca, Spain; and Barcelona.
Sun Princess' Park19 family activity zone. (Photo Credit: Princess Cruises Media)
"This is an historic day as our new Sun Princess sets sail on her inaugural voyage, and our guests get to experience our sensational, next-level Love Boat firsthand," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. "The ship is a magnificent showcase of advanced design, technology and craftsmanship, with elevated spaces and experiences all focused on taking the Princess vacation experience to a new level."
Sun Princess debuts new eye-catching experience venues including The Dome, a geodesic, glass-enclosed structure at the top of the ship inspired by the terraces of Santorini. The outward and suspended Sphere Atrium, the namesake of this new class of ship, takes the central Piazza hub of the ship into a new dimension. Here guests are enveloped with expansive ocean views and an open concept, inspired to deliver the desired lifestyle of relaxed indoor and outdoor living.
"The Sun Princess is absolutely gorgeous and guests are going to love her. The architecture is unbelievable and the amenities on board are next level, especially the glass dome at the front of the ship which is incredibly stunning," said Monika Best, of Nova Scotia, Canada, the most travelled guest on the inaugural voyage who is sailing for the 141st time aboard a Princess ship.
"Princess is evolving and looking more toward families and generational cruises, which I think is absolutely wonderful because more and more families are cruising together."
Sun Princess offers an extraordinary cruise experience with not-to-be-missed culinary, entertainment and luxury accommodations, including:
Choice cuts will be grilled to perfection at The Butcher's Block. (Photo Credit: Princess Cruises)
· Foodie Feast: Thirty restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, high-end ingredients and culinary experiences. Highlights include Spellbound by The Magic Castle, an immersive and innovative dining experience; Kai Sushi by Makoto, featuring playful, exquisitely presented dishes paying tribute to Japanese traditions; Love by Britto, a high-end boutique restaurant with the most romantic view from the ship; The Butcher's Block by Dario, featuring signature cuts of beef; and The Catch by Rudi, showcasing delectable treasures from the sea in recipes from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin.
· Show-Stopping Entertainment: The Princess Arena stakes a claim as the most technologically advanced theatre at sea, offering original productions including performances in the round. At night, The Dome astonishes audiences with acrobatic Cirque Éloize performances while the Piazza dazzles with a retractable stage and immersive Champagne Waterfall.
A Reserve Collection Cabana Room on Sun Princess. (Photo Credit: Princess Cruises)
· Elevated Accommodations: With diverse accommodations to suit every preference and more than 1,500 cabins with balcony views, Sun Princess' re-imagined staterooms include exceptional suites and new Cabana Mini-Suites with extra space for secluded outdoor relaxation.
· Gaming, Pampering, Shopping: Sun Princess features the cruise line's largest casino, two-story Lotus Spa, and an expanded retail environment with more than 200 premium brands. The retail space includes more than 25 new brands available to cruise guests like Italian handbag brand, Pinko and athleisure favorites Beyond Yoga and Varley.
· Family Fun: The first-ever family activity zone, Park19, offers multi-generational fun from the top deck. Within decks 19, 20 and 21, guests can experience everything from the Sea Breeze, a glider ride that offers panoramic views of the ocean and breathtaking ports of call to the Coastal Climb, an engaging climbing structure where guests can take in the gorgeous views.
Sun Princess cruises to the Mediterranean and the Caribbean are on sale now. More ship details can be found here.
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