Princess Cruises

Top Reasons To Choose Princess Cruises

• Princess cruise is known for its food as it is the best cruise line for food lovers. They have partnerships with the best and award-winning chefs in the world. They are famous for their steakhouse in Crown Grill, a classic Italian trattoria, Sabatini's, and fine food at Share. They have a pretty good variety in their food but their mainstream offerings are pretty good too! Princess Cruises have the best burgers and Pizza at sea in Alfredos.
• They have original shows that can only be seen in Princess' theatres. They have partnerships with many artists and their partnerships have brought three unique shows to them. Except that they have such amazing shows that involves Magic to Do, the hugely popular, and voice of the Ocean.
• Princess Cruises have the best luxury cruise ships and their Sanctuary is on a different level that includes fancy sun loungers, and hot tubs that almost look like a day spa. There is a pass for entry with prices from $20 for half a day or $40 for full day. The food is complimentary and even though you can enjoy their healthy fruits, snacking, beef burgers and beer, etc.
• They have entertainments for kids to have fun and enjoy their time in art classes, pizza parties, talent shows, programs from the California Science Centre, try their luck at the Lego boat-building contest, and learn cake decorating and jewelry making. Princess Cruises has an amazing beach house for teens to hang out without their parents.
• They have a wide range of activities for families in their cruise as to watch blockbuster movies at the poolside with complimentary popcorns, cookies, milk, and blankets. Most people go there with their families on vacations as they have Family funfair, carnival themed party, mascot magicians and entertainers.
• Princess Cruises' tours are unique as they have collaboration with Discovery and Animal Planet to explore with amazing activities like get up close to sharks in Hawaii, whales in Alaska or sloths in Costa Rica.
• Princess Cruises has Piazzas on their deck where people enjoy a glass of wine and enjoy artistic performances. The place looks very royal and luxurious as it has the first-ever Sea Walk, a glass bottomed walkway offers jaw-dropping view beneath your feet.
• Princess cruise have won 12 times from cruise critic the best cruise itineraries. Antarctica is a big deal but it's not just Antarctica that excites the people of Princess Cruises as they cruise to 380 different destinations.
• They offer different adventures for the people of Princess Cruises that involve Icebergs breaking, husky dogs racing and captivating worldwide adventures. They cruise to all seven continents including Antarctica.

Frequently Asked Questions About Princess Cruises

• What kind of trips can I take with you?

  There are multiple ways of taking trips with this cruise ship company. Princess Cruises in one of the top 3 largest cruise ship companies and it offers so many trips for its guests that if you don't have a clear plan then you might be really confused. Their itineraries include trips to Japan, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Canada, Europe and Asia. You can also celebrate your events onboard the cruise to enhance your experience manifolds.

• How much would a tour cost?

  The cost of the cruise is affected by a lot of factors and it is very difficult to determine a definite number that would entail the prices of all the packages. The cost of each trip can vary by tens of thousands of dollars and quoting a single price that would reflect an image of how the price on any of the package will look like, is impossible. For a general idea the price of a 10 days long trip to Australia, which is about $800, is taken as a reference. Now this price is only the base fare and does not include a lot of services that you may choose for an extra price.

• Can I take my family with the guide and not be stuck with other people?

  Tour guides for land excursions on these trips are usually made available according to the type of excursion that you will be taking. If your excursion includes going to a place by bus then there may be a single tour guide for the entire bus and this would ultimately result in you having to share the tour guide with other tourists as well but if you plan on reserving a tour guide only for your family then the best way to do that is by booking a private excursion beforehand.

• Can I tell the agent what I want out of the trip?

  We will definitely encourage you to talk to your agent before taking the cruise. It will improve your experience on the cruise a lot if you already know what to expect from the cruise and that you do not over expect from your trip. Many tourists also talk to the travel agents before booking a cruise to clear their mind from any confusions and it is very helpful in giving you a clear picture of all the things to expect from your cruise.

• Do they have support that can help me regardless of what time?

  Yes, you can definitely call the team of representatives over there at the Princess Cruises, they have different international help centers that you can contact in case of a query and they will provide support to you in solving the problem in hand.

• What do the guides do for you?

  Princess Cruises visit many different places in the world and every place has a different culture and a different language. One can never be master of every culture and language, which is why tour guides are there to help us better understand these cultures and the languages that they speak. These tour guides are mostly locals of these places which gives them an edge of spending so many years in that destination which you just visited.

• Do they have specialists that are working in each place?

  The team of Princess Cruises comprises of only the specialists and they have a legacy of their company's founding fathers that they have to protect. They have the experts working at each place, who have earned experience of several years in their designated fields.

• What type of way can you travel when you are traveling through Princess Cruises?

  There are multiple ways of traveling with Princess Cruises. The most basic way is by going on a conventional ocean cruise to any of its locations or the other could be to go on the special cruises that are offered by this company. These special cruises may include Gateway Cruise that is only for a couple of days and is a great way to spend a long weekend. The other special cruise that is very famous is the World Cruise in which you go on a cruise for a couple of months and stay a couple of days at each port.

• Who customizes the itinerary or things you are going to do ahead of time?

  The itinerary is customized by the specific department within this cruise company. They are experienced people who are designated to customize itineraries for Princess Cruises.

• Where do you stay while you are at the destinations?

  Princess Cruises offers you very luxury options for your land excursions. You can customize your own land excursions and by doing that you can select your own choice stays at your destinations.

• Is there a single supplement that can be used for travelers who are solo?

  There are no packages for solo travelers that will waive off the supplement fee because they don't have any single staterooms. All the solo travelers have to pay a supplement fee if they want the entire double occupancy stateroom for themselves. But if you book a little bit early then you might be eligible to get a discounted 50% only supplement fee.

• On average, what is the group size like?

  Many excursions on your destinations will have large groups of around 20 to 36 people because you all travel in the same vehicle and they mostly book busses and passengers of each bus are in the same group.

Minimum Age Policy on Princess Cruises

Passengers under the age of 21 years must travel in a stateroom with a passenger 21 years or older who shall assume responsibility for their care during the cruise. For family groups booking multiple staterooms, the minimum age for each stateroom is 16 years of age, provided they are traveling with a parent or legal guardian. We are unable to accept group reservations for student or youth groups that do not conform to our minimum age requirements. Each passenger agrees and warrants that he/she will supervise any passenger in his/her care at all times to ensure all policies, along with all other rules of the Carrier and ship, are strictly adhered to by all passengers under their supervision.

Age requirements for children
Children over six (6) months of age at the date of sailing will be accepted on the following itineraries: Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico and Panama Canal.

Only children over the age of one (1) year at the date of sailing will be accepted for the following itineraries: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Indian subcontinent, South America, South Pacific, Hawaii, Tahiti, Transatlantics and world cruises.

The minimum age for Escorted cruisetours is five (5) years old.

Car seats
US and Canadian regulations require that children up to the age of 8 years old may be required to travel in a car seat, booster seat or other child restraint system. When being transported by car, taxi, limo, van or shuttle, it is your responsibility to know the regulations and provide the applicable child restraint system.

Infants/Young Children and Swimming Pools
Parents/guardians are reminded to bring their children dressed in appropriate attire with towel and sunscreen. Youth staff will not conduct children's activities in the adult or splash pools. Parents must supervise their children at all times when using the pools. Infants and young children in diapers and/or swim diapers, and children who are not toilet trained are NOT permitted in any of the pools or spas due to public health concerns.
Our policy is strictly observed onboard and is intended for the public health safety of all passengers.

Documents for passengers under the age of 18
Several countries require special documentation for children traveling with only one parent or with neither parent; these requirements are subject to change without notice. Many foreign countries require any single parent or guardian to bring a permission slip for the minor to travel abroad. It is your responsibility to ensure that you possess the proper documents for all of the countries that you will visit. Please verify requirements with the consulates of the countries visited prior to your cruise.

For passengers under 21 years of age or those who are traveling with children, please note:
Entry into the disco after 10 p.m. is limited to passengers 18 years and over. Be sure to check with the Youth and Teen Centers for special dance parties designed for kids and teens.

Children who are toilet-trained and accompanied by a parent or guardian are permitted in the sauna and hot tub(s) unless otherwise specified.
Passengers under the age of 13 are allowed in the evening entertainment show lounges if they are with their parent or guardian.
In line with domestic U.S. age limits, as well as our company policy, the casino, cash prize bingo and horse racing are reserved for passengers 21 years and older. Additionally, only those passengers 21 years and older will be allowed to purchase or consume alcohol. Picture identification may be requested.
Passengers under the age of 18 are prohibited from purchasing cigarettes or tobacco products while on board

Youth and teen programs
Princess offers entertaining options for all ages, with our Pelicans and Shockwaves programs made especially with junior cruisers ages 3-12 in mind. And for cruisers age 13-17, we offer a unique Teen Center. Pelicans and Shockwaves give kids the chance to enjoy everything from arts and crafts, game tables, movies, splash pools (on select ships) and more. For toddlers, there’s even a special play area and outdoor deck.
Children are welcome on all Princess ships, but facilities vary. Pacific Princess® and Ocean Princess® do not have dedicated Youth and Teen Centers. However, when 20 or more children ages 3 to 17 are traveling on these ships, they will enjoy a varied schedule of supervised activities organized by a Youth Activities Coordinator. All Youth and Teen Centers are fully supervised by our staff of Youth Activities Coordinators.
Don’t miss the orientation and registration meeting on the first night of your cruise. You and your children can meet the Youth and Teen staff and learn more about our exciting shipboard programs. Parents are always welcome to join their children in the Youth and Teen Centers.

ADDITIONAL REMINDERS
Children under 3 are not permitted in the Youth Center unless accompanied by a parent at all times. Youth Center staff cannot administer medication, bottle-feed, change diapers, or provide meal service. Private in-cabin babysitting is not available on any Princess ship. All children participating in the Youth program must be potty-trained. Children who are not potty-trained are not permitted in hot tub or pool facilities.

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Princess welcomes all children and teens ages 3-17 to participate in our programs. Let our staff know of all medical and/or special needs for your children. We will make every effort to accommodate them. Please be advised that Princess Youth staff do not offer individual one-on-one supervision.

JUST FOR TEENS
Remix offers teens a range of activities including teen only dance parties, sports tournaments and talent shows. Or, have fun meeting other teens with the Dating Game. Those seeking a creative retreat will enjoy hip-hop dance classes, T-shirt painting, casino nights, mocktails, pizza parties or special teen-only dinners.

Travel Protection Options on Princess Cruises

A Princess Vacation Protection Plan

We strongly recommend the purchase of a vacation protection program. For your convenience, Princess offers Princess Vacation Protection (formerly Princess Travel Care) as well as enhanced coverage - Princess Travel Care Gold for voyages prior to the Summer of 2009 and Princess Vacation Protection Platinum commencing with Summer 2009 cruises. These plans provide what is perhaps the most attractive combination of protection and flexibility available in cruising today.

Princess Vacation Protection includes Trip Cancellation and Interruption Protection, which provides up to full reimbursement for the otherwise non-refundable cancellation fees if you must cancel or curtail your trip due to eligible medical conditions or other specified causes affecting you, your immediate family members or your traveling companions.

Princess' vacation protection programs offer unique flexibility that many other programs lack. If you have to cancel your cruise for an ineligible reason - any reason at all - you'll receive from Princess Cruises a future cruise credit equal to 75% of the normally otherwise non-refundable cancellation fees.

If you plan to sail with Princess prior to the summer of 2009, you can elect to upgrade to Princess Travel Care Gold for an additional $50. Doing so increases the credit value to 90%.

Starting with voyages departing in summer 2009, Princess is pleased to introduce Princess Platinum Vacation Protection for an additional 4% of cruise fare (12% of cruise fare). Our Platinum Plan provides a future cruise credit value of 100% of the normally non-refundable charges if you must cancel for a reason that is not eligible for 100% cash reimbursement.

And, upgrading to Princess' new Platinum Vacation Protection plan (or Travel Care Gold for voyages prior to the summer of 2009) will also double coverage for medical expenses, lost baggage and emergency medical evacuation.

For those passengers who have purchased Princess Vacation Protection, please refer to the Plan Description that is enclosed in your pre-cruise package for more information or contact the Princess Vacation Protection desk at BerkelyCare the independent administrator of Princess Vacation Protection at 877-846-8833.The insurance portion of Princess Vacation Protection is underwritten by Virginia Surety Company, Inc. (Policy Number HTP04192)

Special note: Princess Vacation Protection must be purchased before or at time of final payment.

Dining on Princess Cruises

Personal Choice Dining

A Revolution in Cruise Cuisine
Welcome to an incredible dining experience that gives you the freedom to choose where, when, and with whom you wish to dine. Princess is the only cruise line to offer a choice of Traditional Dining - the classic cruise experience - or flexible, Anytime Dining. We also offer a variety of specialty restaurant options as well as multiple casual dining venues.

Whichever dining options you choose, you'll enjoy great delectable menus. Simply let your travel agent know your preference when you book your cruise.

C.H.E.F.
A Culinary Heritage of Excellence in Food is the foundation upon which Princess' passion for modern classical cuisine is realized. Exceeding individual expectations, C.H.E.F. celebrates a Princess tradition of world-class chefs creating exceptional dishes - featuring specialties like premium grain-fed beef and cold-water Maine lobster. We've also introduced a Lotus Spa Cuisine selection into Princess' dinner menus, reflecting the perfect balance of nutrition and flavor. No matter where you dine, you'll find the highest quality cuisine throughout Princess' ships.

Traditional Dining
Indulge in award-winning cuisine, served in an elegant, comfortable dining room each evening at 6 p.m. (first seating) or 8:15 p.m. (second seating).

Anytime Dining

For passengers wanting more flexibility in their dining schedule. Just like in a restaurant, show up when you like between 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., to enjoy dinner alone or with friends.

Specialty Dining

When it comes to gourmet fare, variety is the spice of life - so Princess offers several specialty dining options. Sterling Steakhouse is an upscale take on the traditional steakhouse, serving favorites like New York steak and rib eye. Sabatini's, Princess' Italian trattoria, is as authentic as they come - featuring fresh pasta dishes and Mediterranean seafood specialties. And the Bayou Cafe and Steakhouse will transport your tastebuds to Cajun country.

Ultimate Balcony Dining

Enjoy Ultimate Balcony Dining, featuring fresh lobster or steak, delicious delicacies and private service, all on your own balcony. Treat yourself to this unparalleled level of luxury morning or night, available for an additional cost.

Note:Dining options vary by ship. Once onboard, you may switch from Traditional Dining to Anytime Dining (subject to availability) with 24 hours notice to the Maitre d'hotel. Actual meal times are subject to change based on itinerary and season. Specialty Dining and Casual Dining venues vary by ship and charges may apply. Ultimate Balcony Dining available in select staterooms. Casual Dining

All throughout each ship, Princess has a wide variety of casual dining options:

Afternoon Tea

Indulge in afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, scones, cookies, music and white-glove service. It's the perfect interlude between sunning out on deck and a star-studded evening at sea. Enjoy a wide selection of premium teas - from Earl Grey to herbal infusions. And of course there's coffee, if you prefer. The choice is up to you.

Room Service

Call for personal room service at any time of the day or night. To have continental breakfast delivered to your stateroom, just fill out the breakfast card included in your stateroom portfolio (one is also placed on your pillow) and hang it out at night on your stateroom door. For a full stateroom menu, please see your stateroom portfolio or call the number listed in your onboard telephone directory.

Private Cocktails and Hors D'oeuvres

What could be more fun than throwing a party at sea? We'll arrange for the invitations, mix the cocktails, and pour the wine. Our chef will even prepare a selection of your favorite hors d'oeuvres. Just contact the Passenger Services/Purser's Desk to plan all the details.

Smoke - Free Dining

To enhance your dining experience, Princess has established a smoke-free dining policy. For your convenience, Princess offers other smoking areas throughout the ship.

Discretionary Hotel and Dining Charge

During your cruise, you will meet staff throughout the ship who provide you with excellent service. Many more crew support those who serve you directly. To save you the worry of who to tip and how much, Princess makes it easier for you to reward excellent service by automatically adding a discretionary Hotel and Dining charge of $11 USD for suites and mini-suites and $10.50 USD for all other staterooms per person per day (including children) to your shipboard account on a daily basis. This charge will be shared amongst those staff who help provide and support your cruise experience, including the wait staff, stateroom stewards, buffet stewards, galley staff, laundry staff and others.

Casino dealers and Lotus Spa personnel do not share in the Hotel and Dining charge as not all passengers utilize these services.

Bar and Wine Service Charge

A 15% gratuity is added to bar charges and dining room wine accounts. This is shared amongst the beverage staff and their support staff, including cleaners and utility staff. We know you will find the services onboard exemplary.

Additional Fees

A cover charge of $15 to $25 per person may apply at Princess' alternative dining venues. Prices may vary or change without notice.

Alcohol Policy

Passengers under 21 years of age are not permitted to purchase or consume alcohol onboard. Duty- and tax-free alcohol is available for purchase and may be delivered to your stateroom the last day of your cruise. Discounted stateroom packages are available.

Alcohol purchased at any port of call, including the port of embarkation, may not be consumed onboard. It will be collected at the gangway for safekeeping and delivered to your stateroom on the last day of your cruise, prior to your disembarkation. You may bring wine or champagne onboard to celebrate special occasions (limit: one bottle per person). If consumed in the dining rooms or alternative restaurants, each bottle will be subject to a $15 corkage fee*.

*Charges are subject to change.

Fuel Surcharge Policy on Princess Cruises

At the time Princess Cruises suspended fuel supplements and reserves the right to reinstate them if the price of light sweet crude oil, according to the NYMEX, should increase above $70 per barrel.

Tipping Policy on Princess Cruises

In order to ensure our guest service on board remains among the best in the cruise industry, Princess Cruises will increase its daily gratuities charge on all voyages departing on or after May 21, 2019.

The daily gratuity amount will increase by $1, and will be as follows:

• Interior/Oceanview/Balcony -- $14.50 USD per guest, per day
• Mini suites (including Club Class) -- $15.50 USD per guest, per day
• Full Suites -- $16.50 USD per guest, per day

Additionally, booked passengers have the opportunity to prepay their daily gratuities at the current gratuity amount through May 14, 2019 at 11:59PM PST.

This gratuity will be shared amongst those staff who have helped provide and support your cruise experience, including all waitstaff, stateroom stewards, buffet stewards, and housekeeping staff across the fleet. A 15% gratuity is added to bar charges and dining room wine accounts.

Payments / Refunds on on Princess Cruises

CANCELLATION BY YOU, REFUND AND YOUR TRAVEL AGENT.

You are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit except as otherwise provided in this Section. Any refunds will be made directly to Your credit card account or Your travel agent and You must receive Your refund directly from these sources. You may cancel by telephone or electronic advice via a Carrier-approved Computer Reservation System, provided Carrier immediately receives written confirmation of cancellation. In such case cancellation shall be deemed effective as of the close of business Pacific Standard Time on the date You communicated such cancellation. The following cancellation policy applies with respect to Your Cruise Fare, Cruisetour Fare, air add-ons, Shoreside Excursions, and Pre-Cruise and Post-Cruise Package charges ('Total Charges'):

 The chart below reflects the current and new final payment policy and due dates:

CANCELLATION POLICY EXCEPTION. If you have purchased a specially priced promotion that is 100% non-refundable from the point of payment, you are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit whatsoever of your cruise or cruisetour fare if you cancel your booking.

If You have purchased Princess Vacation Protection or Princess Platinum Vacation Protection You must notify Carrier and the Insurer of any cancellation as soon as possible and in accordance with all applicable requirements. Refunds or credits available under the Princess Vacation Protection program are subject to the terms of said program. If You purchased Your air tickets through Carrier, all airline tickets are the property of Carrier and must be returned to and are refundable only to Carrier.

Your travel agent acts for You in making the arrangements for Your Cruise and any related travel, lodging and shore excursions and tours. Carrier is not responsible for any representation or conduct of Your travel agent, including but not limited to, any failure to remit Your deposit or other monies to Carrier, for which You shall at all times remain liable to Carrier, or any failure to remit a refund from Carrier to You. You acknowledge that Your travel agent acts solely as Your agent, and not as agent for Carrier, and is deemed as Your agent. Further, receipt by Your travel agent of this Passage Contract or any other communications, notices or information from Carrier shall constitute receipt of such materials by You. You agree Carrier is not responsible for the financial condition or integrity of any such travel agent. In the event that Your travel agent fails to remit to us any monies paid by You to the agent, You remain liable for the monies due Carrier, regardless of whether Carrier demands payment. No refund, payment, compensation or credit of any kind will be provided by Carrier, should You or Your travel agent have to cancel or cut short Your Cruise, unless You have purchased Princess Vacation Protection or Princess Platinum Vacation Protection and meet the eligibility criteria.

Smoking Policy on Princess Cruises

To enhance your dining experience, we have established a smoke-free dining policy. For your convenience, Princess offers other smoking areas throughout the ship.