“The Love Boat” line’s newest, largest, and most innovative ship, Sun Princess, is set to debut in early 2024 and promises to bring guests an extraordinary cruise experience. Princess Cruises has given us a sneak peek of the contemporary and state-of-the-art designs on board this magnificent ship. From a showstopping Arena theater to a stunning three-story dining venue, Sun Princess promises to offer a truly unforgettable cruise experience.
The Horizons Dining Room is a first for Princess and will offer a flexible and open dining experience across three decks, each with its own unique personality and dining options. The dining room is highlighted by stunning views and a decorative sculpture stretching from deck 6 to deck 8.
The Princess Arena is a contemporary and versatile theater that is an evolution of the Princess Theater design. Guests will be drawn to the stunning visual above the central stage, which can be part of the show. The in-the-round configuration and curved walls create a captivating experience, with a capacity of a little over 1,000 people and moveable seats for optimal sight lines.
Alfredo’s Pizzeria, named “Best Pizza at Sea,” is getting a makeover with an open kitchen design and a professional, open-mouth oven that reaches 968 degrees, allowing chefs to create a truly authentic contemporary Neapolitan pizza.
The Princess Casino is the largest casino in the Princess fleet and features over 200 of the newest and most popular slots and video poker games. It is located in the Piazza, offering guests easy access to their favorite betting games.
Crown Grill, a popular steakhouse, has been modernized with a classic steakhouse feel, leather booths, circular seating, and modern artwork. Guests can enjoy views of their food being prepared in the largest show galley on a Princess ship.
Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria offers a modern, casual, but elegant Italian dining experience, with unique handmade pasta courses prepared fresh daily. The restaurant features a pasta room for guests to watch the pasta-making process, intimate bistro-style nooks, and a dramatic circular main room.
Princess Live! is a combination of Princess Live! and the Explorer’s Lounge, offering participatory, signature cruise activities like game shows, trivia, and the daily Wake Show. The space features luxurious textures and materials, comfortable seating, full beverage service, and a large LED screen on stage.
The Shops of Princess are getting a makeover, with five retail locations and an art gallery. Guests can expect modern, elegant boutiques with interactive experiences, featuring Princess logo merchandise, a lifestyle boutique, a bazaar with destination-specific selections, and a modern art gallery.
Additional spaces with new designs, signage, and décor include Crooner’s, Wheelhouse Bar, International Cafe, Good Spirits, and Gelateria.
Under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, Sun Princess is the largest ship ever built by Princess Cruises and will accommodate 4,000 guests. It will feature a newly designed Piazza and The Dome, a cutting-edge entertainment space inspired by the terraces of Santorini.
Sun Princess will also be the first Princess ship and one of 11 new vessels in the Carnival Corporation fleet powered by Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), the world’s cleanest fossil fuel. It will offer guests the exclusive Princess Medallion experience, providing personalized service only previously found on the industry’s smallest ships.
In conclusion, Sun Princess is set to bring a whole new level of cruise experience to guests, combining innovative designs, exciting entertainment, and modern amenities. Get ready to set sail in early 2024!