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Crown Princess heeling accident videos, NTSB report and video of the presentations.

By don2738 , January 27, 2008 in Princess Cruises

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I was on the Crown that day.

Now that the NTSB met recently on January 10, 2008, a lot of questions have answers. I made it easy for you and provide links to short Youtube videos of the main presentations given that day. I found it very interesting, I guess because I was there, and also because there was just so much speculation.

The NTSB made a great 2½ minute animation of the events. If you want to finally know h ow far did it lean? For how long? What were the extent of the injuries? Could the ship capsize? Was it all one person's fault? Who was at the controls? Did it hit the bottom? Was there a problem with the steering gear? The answers are here:

http://mysite.verizon.net/don2738/ntsbvid.html

Also, I did update my webpage about the whole cruise and added more video, including the video I took as the ship was coming back up. The video isn't that impressive, but the sound is. Scroll down on this page:

http://mysite.verizon.net/don2738/cpreview.html

The whole accident is very unfortunate. I am sorry for those that were hurt.

All of us that cruise will pay the eventual costs of the lawsuits in higher fares.

Let me know what you think of the NTSB’s answers after you see the presentations.

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Very well put-together website! Great, in-depth information. Thanks for posting the links. It was interesting to hear the NTSB's investigation of it.

Not sure if I gathered it right, but did they finally confirm that ship listed 24%? They mentioned 19-24% and on the graphics of the actual turn, it looked likt it got up to "24" and then was righted.

They discussed that there were earlier estimates of 18 or 19° but they conclude the heel angle was 24°. The ship's instrument's could record angles up to 15° but that instrument was over its limit for 20 seconds, the "data plateau". They used a security camera that showed the side of the ship and the horizon.

Thanks for posting...very interesting!

That's what I thought - 24 degrees list. The naval architect said anything "over 10% is considered very severe" but that the ship would always right itself at anything under about 35% list. Still, 24% is a huge amount of list!!!!

I didn't see where any actions were taken agains the Capt. and the second in command. I think they were posted months ago, but I've forgotten what the outcome was. Sounds like they were the 2 who were responsible for the problems. What happened to them?

DetroitMark

EXCELLENT resource!!!

I love it when something is calmly analyzed so we can prevent it in the future, rather than just have everyone freak out.

gopher's girl

A fascinating study really. Thank you for compiling and sharing.

Thanks for posting an excellent report. The NTSB summary was well worth reading. Anyone interested in bridge operations should read it.

B40 Tha Cruisa

Thankyou for putting this all in one place, very interesting.

Cool, thanks for posting this.

The summary is at:

http://www.ntsb.gov/Publictn/2008/MAR0801.htm

Contains the conclusions:

CONCLUSIONS

• The following were not factors in the accident: vessel’s mechanical condition, weather, sea state, and behavioral or physiological impairment of the crew.
• The captain and staff captain did not recognize that high speed and shallow water were adversely affecting the vessel’s course stability.
• The captain and staff captain inappropriately adjusted the trackpilot’s rudder limit in response to unintended deviations from the vessel’s set heading, and they failed to adjust the rudder economy setting, which was inappropriate for the sea state and was exacerbating the course deviations.
• The captain should not have transferred the conn to the second officer and left the bridge unless he could verify that the vessel’s heading fluctuations had diminished.
• The Crown Princess heeled because, after the second officer disengaged the trackpilot and turned the wheel to port rather than turning it to midships and slowing the vessel as he should have, his subsequent steering commands to both port and starboard, at angles ranging from 10° to 45°, led to vessel responses that he did not expect, did not understand, and was therefore unable to correct.
• No deficiencies in the second officer’s training or background could account for his inappropriate steering commands.
• The errors of the captain and staff captain in operating the integrated navigation system resulted from inadequate training.
• The captain acted properly in returning to Port Canaveral after the accident, and the crew responded effectively in administering medical care to the injured.
• The captain’s decision not to order passengers to their muster stations after the accident was appropriate.
• The systematic collection of data on mishaps related to integrated navigation systems and integrated bridge systems will enhance the systems’ design, procedures, and training.
• The Crown Princess accident demonstrates the need for obtaining and archiving data on vessel angles of heel.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The National Transportation Safety Board determines that the probable cause of the Crown Princess accident was the second officer’s incorrect wheel commands, executed first to counter an unanticipated high rate of turn and then to counter the vessel’s heeling. Contributing to the cause of the accident were the captain’s and staff captain’s inappropriate inputs to the vessel’s integrated navigation system while it was traveling at high speed in relatively shallow water, their failure to stabilize the vessel’s heading fluctuations before leaving the bridge, and the inadequate training of crewmembers in the use of integrated navigation systems.

I+++'ve been waiting for some kind of a report to see how far it listed. I know it felt drastic, etc. while it was happening, and the mess it made was incredible, let alone those poor folks that were badly injured. I remember the little girl that they took off of the ship (I think she was 10) to be med-evacuated and she was looking up at us on the promenade deck, and everyone out there started clapping for her. It brings tears to my eyes, thinking about it.

We have pictures of the shops and pools etc., after the fact and every now and then we take a peak. We were lucky.

Anyway, thank you for the time you spent on this.

I went back on the ship 2 months later, "it was pre-booked" with family members, and all was well. The only thing I noticed that had not been repaired was the panelling on the main level was still damaged where the grand piano slid into it.

Nice to get the official results, free of spin - thanks. Really interesting.

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Passengers injured as cruise liner almost capsizes off Florida coast

Passengers aboard a cruise liner that came close to capsizing in a freak incident off the Florida coast recounted yesterday how they feared being swept overboard.

Two hundred and forty passengers were treated onboard and 94 were taken to hospital after the Crown Princess made a sudden and heavy roll to its right side 11 miles from Port Canaveral, flooding the upper decks with water from its four swimming pools and sending furniture and passengers flying.

The ship's British captain, Andrew Proctor, earlier reported steering problems with the 113,000-tonne vessel, which was launched only last month and was on its way back to New York at the end of a nine-day cruise around the western Caribbean.

"The water came gushing out of the pool like a mini-tsunami," said Tom Daus, a passenger from New York who was sunbathing on the top deck when the cruise liner tilted unexpectedly. "People who were in the pool were shoved out. Tables, glasses, lounge chairs went flying. I was just holding on for dear life to the bannister."

Another tourist, John Joyce, who was on a lower deck booking a future cruise with his wife Rebecca when the liner tilted, told NBC news that he had to dodge furniture hurtling towards him. "I watched the grand piano come tumbling by," he said. "I just assumed my wife was already in the ocean."

Others estimated that the roll, which lasted less than half a minute before the ship righted itself, was at an angle of up to 40 degrees.

A late-night showing of the film Titanic in the ship's open-air cinema was cancelled.

A spokeswoman for Princess Cruises, part of the Miami-based Carnival Corporation with a UK headquarters in Southampton, said the 3,080 passengers, including 58 Britons, and crew of 1,200 were all accounted for.

"A number of passengers did sustain serious injuries. There are also numerous reports of injuries such as cuts, bruises and fractures," she said.

Dozens of ambulances met the ship at the dockside and ferried 94 passengers to hospital. Stan Payne, chief executive of the Canaveral Port Authority, said about 20 of the injuries were serious, including broken bones and dislocated joints.

One adult and a child were thought to be in critical condition, Mr Payne said. But the cruise line said last night three passengers and two crew members remained in hospital although they were expected to make a full recovery.

In addition, 1,600 passengers have already disembarked from Crown Princess while about 1,850 remained onboard.

Two inspectors from the National Transportation Safety Board arrived at the port yesterday to join coastguard officials in trying to find out what caused the liner to list so heavily on only its fourth voyage. The inspectors will investigate any design flaw in the ship - described by the cruise line as its crown jewel - that might have caused Tuesday's incident.

In February, 14 passengers and nine crew members aboard a sister ship, the Grand Princess, suffered cuts and bruises when it experienced "a roll greater than normal" as it made a sharp turn back towards Galveston, Texas, to evacuate an ill guest.

"We are also investigating the cause of the ship's sudden list, which is unknown at this time," the Princess spokeswoman said. "The watertight integrity of the ship has not been compromised, and it is safe for passengers to remain onboard while the ship is in Port Canaveral."

She added that the company was making travel arrangements for those still aboard and expected to have all passengers disembarked by the end of today. All would receive a full refund and reimbursement of expenses.

"We deeply regret this incident, and are doing everything we can to make our passengers as comfortable as possible under these difficult circumstances," she said.

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Crown Princess heeling accident videos, NTSB report and video of the presentations.

By don2738 , January 27, 2008 in Princess Cruises

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I was on the Crown that day.

Now that the NTSB met recently on January 10, 2008, a lot of questions have answers. I made it easy for you and provide links to short Youtube videos of the main presentations given that day. I found it very interesting, I guess because I was there, and also because there was just so much speculation.

The NTSB made a great 2½ minute animation of the events. If you want to finally know h ow far did it lean? For how long? What were the extent of the injuries? Could the ship capsize? Was it all one person's fault? Who was at the controls? Did it hit the bottom? Was there a problem with the steering gear? The answers are here:

http://mysite.verizon.net/don2738/ntsbvid.html

Also, I did update my webpage about the whole cruise and added more video, including the video I took as the ship was coming back up. The video isn't that impressive, but the sound is. Scroll down on this page:

http://mysite.verizon.net/don2738/cpreview.html

The whole accident is very unfortunate. I am sorry for those that were hurt.

All of us that cruise will pay the eventual costs of the lawsuits in higher fares.

Let me know what you think of the NTSB’s answers after you see the presentations.

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DrivesLikeMario

Very well put-together website! Great, in-depth information. Thanks for posting the links. It was interesting to hear the NTSB's investigation of it.

Not sure if I gathered it right, but did they finally confirm that ship listed 24%? They mentioned 19-24% and on the graphics of the actual turn, it looked likt it got up to "24" and then was righted.

They discussed that there were earlier estimates of 18 or 19° but they conclude the heel angle was 24°. The ship's instrument's could record angles up to 15° but that instrument was over its limit for 20 seconds, the "data plateau". They used a security camera that showed the side of the ship and the horizon.

Thanks for posting...very interesting!

That's what I thought - 24 degrees list. The naval architect said anything "over 10% is considered very severe" but that the ship would always right itself at anything under about 35% list. Still, 24% is a huge amount of list!!!!

I didn't see where any actions were taken agains the Capt. and the second in command. I think they were posted months ago, but I've forgotten what the outcome was. Sounds like they were the 2 who were responsible for the problems. What happened to them?

DetroitMark

EXCELLENT resource!!!

I love it when something is calmly analyzed so we can prevent it in the future, rather than just have everyone freak out.

gopher's girl

A fascinating study really. Thank you for compiling and sharing.

Thanks for posting an excellent report. The NTSB summary was well worth reading. Anyone interested in bridge operations should read it.

B40 Tha Cruisa

Thankyou for putting this all in one place, very interesting.

Cool, thanks for posting this.

The summary is at:

http://www.ntsb.gov/Publictn/2008/MAR0801.htm

Contains the conclusions:

CONCLUSIONS

• The following were not factors in the accident: vessel’s mechanical condition, weather, sea state, and behavioral or physiological impairment of the crew.
• The captain and staff captain did not recognize that high speed and shallow water were adversely affecting the vessel’s course stability.
• The captain and staff captain inappropriately adjusted the trackpilot’s rudder limit in response to unintended deviations from the vessel’s set heading, and they failed to adjust the rudder economy setting, which was inappropriate for the sea state and was exacerbating the course deviations.
• The captain should not have transferred the conn to the second officer and left the bridge unless he could verify that the vessel’s heading fluctuations had diminished.
• The Crown Princess heeled because, after the second officer disengaged the trackpilot and turned the wheel to port rather than turning it to midships and slowing the vessel as he should have, his subsequent steering commands to both port and starboard, at angles ranging from 10° to 45°, led to vessel responses that he did not expect, did not understand, and was therefore unable to correct.
• No deficiencies in the second officer’s training or background could account for his inappropriate steering commands.
• The errors of the captain and staff captain in operating the integrated navigation system resulted from inadequate training.
• The captain acted properly in returning to Port Canaveral after the accident, and the crew responded effectively in administering medical care to the injured.
• The captain’s decision not to order passengers to their muster stations after the accident was appropriate.
• The systematic collection of data on mishaps related to integrated navigation systems and integrated bridge systems will enhance the systems’ design, procedures, and training.
• The Crown Princess accident demonstrates the need for obtaining and archiving data on vessel angles of heel.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The National Transportation Safety Board determines that the probable cause of the Crown Princess accident was the second officer’s incorrect wheel commands, executed first to counter an unanticipated high rate of turn and then to counter the vessel’s heeling. Contributing to the cause of the accident were the captain’s and staff captain’s inappropriate inputs to the vessel’s integrated navigation system while it was traveling at high speed in relatively shallow water, their failure to stabilize the vessel’s heading fluctuations before leaving the bridge, and the inadequate training of crewmembers in the use of integrated navigation systems.

I+++'ve been waiting for some kind of a report to see how far it listed. I know it felt drastic, etc. while it was happening, and the mess it made was incredible, let alone those poor folks that were badly injured. I remember the little girl that they took off of the ship (I think she was 10) to be med-evacuated and she was looking up at us on the promenade deck, and everyone out there started clapping for her. It brings tears to my eyes, thinking about it.

We have pictures of the shops and pools etc., after the fact and every now and then we take a peak. We were lucky.

Anyway, thank you for the time you spent on this.

I went back on the ship 2 months later, "it was pre-booked" with family members, and all was well. The only thing I noticed that had not been repaired was the panelling on the main level was still damaged where the grand piano slid into it.

Nice to get the official results, free of spin - thanks. Really interesting.

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Princess Cruises ship that crashed into San Francisco pier cleared for departure

New passengers had until 11 a.m. PT to decide whether to continue to Alaska.

The Ruby Princess cruise ship that was damaged after it crashed into a pier in San Francisco is expected to set sail on Sunday afternoon after it was cleared for departure.

The U.S. Coast Guard announced early Sunday morning that repairs on the ship, which startled sleeping San Francisco residents Thursday morning when it collided with Pier 27, are complete.

MORE: Cruise ship still docked in San Francisco after hitting pier

The Coast Guard lifted the Captain of the Port order at 1 a.m. PT Sunday.

The ship was scheduled to depart at 2:30 p.m. PT., Princess Cruises said in a statement.

New passengers who boarded the ship after the accident had until 11 a.m. PT on Sunday to decide whether to continue to the next port or disembark and end their trip. A total of 2677 guests and 1161 crew were expected to be on board when the ship departs -- down from the more than 3,000 guests who initially boarded, according to Princess Cruises.

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Originally a 10-day cruise, the trip has been whittled down to seven days and will return on July 16 as originally planned after stops in Ketchikan, Alaska, on July 12 and Prince Rupert, British Columbia, on July 13, according to Princess Cruises.

Guests who boarded Thursday were given the option to cancel their trip and receive a 100% refund on their cruise fare, post-cruise hotel packages and transfers booked through Princess, prepaid shore excursions and other prepaid items and taxes, fees and port expenses, according to the cruise line.

They were also offered a 50% voucher for a future cruise. Guests who did decide to stay aboard and embark on the shorter journey to Alaska will receive a partial refund of 75%.

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The ship was returning from a 10-day cruise to Alaska when it slammed into San Francisco's Pier 27, a large dock on the waterfront of The Embarcadero that hosts cruise ships leaving and arriving in San Francisco Bay.

There were 3,328 guests and 1,159 crew members on board when it crashed, none of whom were injured and all safely disembarked, according to Princess Cruises.

While the ship was visibly damaged, the dock took the brunt of the crash, witnesses said.

The Coast Guard is investigating the incident, according to police.

ABC News' Nicholas Kerr and Ivan Pereira contributed to this report.

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Officials are assessing damage after a cruise ship crashed into Pier 27 in San Francisco while docking Thursday morning.

The ship Ruby Princess “made unexpected contact” with the pier just after 6 a.m., a spokesperson for Princess Cruises said. No injuries were reported, and the cruise line said passengers and crew were not in danger during the incident.

News images showed damage to the side of the ship.

The Ruby Princess had just returned from a 10-day voyage to Alaska with 3,328 guests and 1,159 crew members. The ship departed San Francisco on June 26.

Princess Cruises said the departure time for the next trip to Alaska was uncertain, but passengers began boarding the ship at 11:30 a.m..

Officials said they would provide more details later.

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A Princess Cruises ship carrying nearly 4,500 people smashed into a San Francisco pier Thursday while the crew was attempting to dock.

The Ruby Princess “made unexpected contact” with Pier 27 just after 6 a.m. while returning from a 10-day roundtrip cruise to Alaska, the cruise line said in a statement.

There were no reported injuries among the 3,328 guests and 1,159 crew members who were on board the ship.

“I noticed we were spinning pretty quick, to be that close to the dock, and I was mid-ship, portside, looked out the window and we smacked into the dock,” Sacramento resident and passenger Paul Zasso told ABC7 News.

Another passenger said the effects of the crash were minimal, but that “you could definitely feel it.

“It wasn’t like things falling off the shelves or anything like that, kind of like when you get the tugboats coming up against us. So yeah … it was different,” Jeremy Jordan said.

“It was so funny, because one of the dock guys, you can hear him yell out like ‘whoa’ and then you can kind of hear it just slowly going in.

“It’s ironic, because I think it was yesterday the captain was talking about how he goes into docks and how unpredictable the currents are. So yeah, it’s a challenge for them to be able to do that.”

A Princess Cruises spokesperson said the 18-deck liner was left with a dent in its port side rear, and photos show that large, black circular smudges were etched along its port side.

The pier appears to have borne the brunt of the crash — some of the metal spokes that help stabilize the orange buoys against the cruise’s side have been ripped from their stations.

The San Francisco Port could not immediately say how severe the damage along the pier was.

The extent of the boat’s damage has yet to be determined and could delay an upcoming Ruby Princess voyage to Alaska.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but at the time of the crash, the liner was under the partial control of a San Francisco Bar Pilot, a spokesperson for the organization confirmed.

The pilots are mariners who help large ships navigate the 11-mile stretch between the San Francisco Bay opening and their final destination at the pier.

A spokesperson for the San Francisco Bar Pilots said the organization is cooperating with the investigation, but could not comment beyond their involvement.

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*Some suites have windows rather than balconies and are labeled as Mini-Suite No Balcony.

• Bathroom tub and massage shower head
• Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day
• Hair dryer & bathroom amenities

▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

Front Row Seat for Beautiful Scenery

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

• Approx. 214 to 222 sq. ft., including balcony
• Balcony with 2 chairs and table
• Refrigerator.
• Flat-panel television
• Private bathroom with shower
• Hair dryer & bathroom amenities

▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

A Room with a View

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room.

• Approx. 146 to 206 sq. ft.
• A spacious picture window for memorable views

▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. Note: Some categories have portholes versus picture windows. Some stateroom views are partially to fully obstructed. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

Our Most Affordable Option

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

• Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft.

Perfect for Large Groups

These suites are for larger families or groups traveling together and include special suite-only benefits and two bathrooms — connected by a large living room, which leads to an expansive private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people.

Note: Diamond Princess® and Sapphire Princess® can sleep up to six people.

• Mini-Suite stateroom connected to an inside cabin via a shared lounge
• 2 bathrooms, one with bath tub the other with a walk-in shower
• Complimentary welcome glass of champagne on embarkation day
• Flat-panel televisions

For Guests with Limited Mobility

Princess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include a roll-in shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and accessible writing desk.

Note: ADA accessible stateroom shown is on board Caribbean Princess®. Amenities and stateroom arrangements vary by ship. Certain stateroom categories may vary in size and configuration by ship. Call Princess for more information or send inquiries to the Access Office via email at  [email protected] .

Dining Options

Indulge your appetite whenever you wish on board Princess®. Every hour, our chefs are busy baking, grilling and sautéing great-tasting fare from scratch. Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate, from endless buffet choice to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, decadent desserts and much more. 1

Dining Reservations

Dine when, how and where you like

With this new offering, you can customize every aspect of mealtime. Make reservations for the main dining room or specialty restaurants at your preferred time each day. Fit in a formal dinner before a show, or order food and drinks to your poolside perch with OceanNow®. The choice really is up to you.

A (seafood) fan favorite returns!

We’re bringing back the Crab Shack, a unique pop-up dining experience with everything from clam chowder and popcorn shrimp to a steamer pot (crab legs, shrimp, clams!). Look for this lunchtime sensation in the World Fresh Marketplace.

Exclusively available on Alaska voyages.

Nominal fee applies.

International Café

Sip and snack around the clock

Open 24-hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages. Grab a freshly baked croissant to start your day, snack on pies and quiche or choose from a wide variety of salads and sandwiches at lunchtime, and indulge in decadent desserts in the evening. Coffee and tea fans will love the New Grounds Crafted Coffee menu featuring a variety of specialty espresso-based drinks made from a custom blend of coffee beans, as well as iced tea fusions.

Horizon Court

An ever-changing selection of favorites

Our World Fresh Marketplace menu is offered in Horizon Court. Enjoy an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches.

Beverage charges apply. Venues and menu items vary by ship and are subject to change.

The Salty Dog Grill

While you're enjoying the fresh air on the top deck, treat yourself to one of our 100% handmade gourmet burgers, including our Princess Burger or Triple Smoked Burger.

Slice Pizzeria

Our top-deck pizzeria features a bold new look that sets the stage for tempting toppings and classic favorites. Try a slice of our award-winning signature Neapolitan-style pizza. Go simple and delicious with just cheese, or mix it up with a variety of toppings that change daily.

Coffee & Cones

Complimentary ice cream cones await you at our top-deck creamery venue. Pick up a chocolate cone, a vanilla, or a combination. Or treat yourself to an ice cream sandwich, with a tempting choice of flavors. We’ve added specialty New Grounds Crafted Coffee, too. Energize with an Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte or Chai Tea. If you want to cool down, opt for a refreshing Frappe.

Specialty Dining

Dining on board a Princess® cruise ship is a joyful celebration and our specialty restaurants always deliver an extraordinary experience. They are among the best at sea – or anywhere. We serve dishes made with the freshest ingredients, and our menus reflect regional flavors from around the world. You'll find our specialty restaurants are the perfect place to celebrate any occasion. 1

• Sabatini's℠ Italian Trattoria
• Crown Grill{SM}
• The Salty Dog Gastropub
• Chef's Table Experience
• Vines Wine Bar
• Ultimate Balcony Dining

A Taste of Italy, Enjoyed in Luxury

Our Italian specialty restaurant has been voted one of the “Best Cruise Ship Specialty Restaurants” at sea by  USA TODAY . Savor Sabatini’s authentic offerings featuring signature pastas, Italian wines and an irresistible selection of delectable desserts, all celebrating our Italian culinary heritage.

Additional charges apply. Menu items may vary by ship and are subject to change.

Timeless Steakhouse Traditions

With a rich wood décor and a theater-style kitchen, it’s no wonder Crown Grill was named among the “Best Cruise Ship Steakhouses” by  USA TODAY . Featuring premium aged beef and fresh seafood items, this specialty restaurant offers an intimate dining experience in a classically elegant setting and an open kitchen where chefs prepare and cook to order top-quality cuts of beef, chops and seafood.

Additional charge applies.

Crafted Burgers

A warm, inviting gastropub experience. Try one of our innovative gourmet creations inspired by pub favorites or devour a savory rib eye burger named “Best Burger at Sea” by Cruise Critic. Offering a unique variety of beer, whiskey and cocktail selections, plus live music, there’s something for everyone at this hip, friendly twist on traditional pub fare.

Exclusive Glimpse into the Princess Kitchen

An extraordinary treat for both gastronomes and gourmet novices. The Chef’s Table is a perfect culinary journey for any special occasion. Indulge in an extravagant multi-course dinner created and hosted by the ship’s executive chef. Perfect for celebrating an anniversary or milestone, or just making your cruise vacation even more amazing. To remember the occasion a photo with the executive chef and a handwritten copy of the special menu is included.

Limited capacity, reservations required. Additional charge applies.

A (Seafood) Fan Favorite Returns!

Wines from around the world.

Voted one of the “Best Wine Bars at Sea,” by  USA TODAY  and located in a charming corner of the Atrium, Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, fine Champagne and sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. The menu also includes wine flights and a selection of unique wines by the glass. Gourmet delicacies, such as antipasti and tapas, are complimentary with any wine purchase.

Charges apply. Menu items may vary by ship and are subject to change.

A Private Breakfast with a View

A luxurious breakfast experience at sea all served right on the privacy of your own balcony by our dedicated waitstaff. Treat yourself to this unparalleled indulgence and savor food, views, and memories that will never be forgotten.

Additional charges apply.

On every Princess ship, you'll find so many ways to play, day or night. Explore The Shops of Princess, celebrate cultures at our Festivals of the World or learn a new talent — our onboard activities will keep you engaged every moment of your cruise vacation. 1

Discovery at SEA Programs

Discover even more with Discovery™

Our exclusive partnership with Discovery™ lets you come back captivated with Stargazing on our top deck; activities featuring Discovery™ hit shows such as  Shark Week  and  Finding Bigfoot ; plus our new Encounters with Discovery at SEA speaker series. Get more out of your travels with shore excursions recommended by two of the most trusted names in world travel—Discovery™ and Animal Planet™.

Vegas Style Casino

For novices, casual players, or high rollers

From gaming lessons to the latest slot machines to prize tournaments, our Casinos offer fun and excitement. If you enjoy blackjack, or “21,” and Texas Hold 'Em, our tables play by Vegas rules and if you relish the challenge of roulette, we offer the American version.

Take a stroll into the European-style piazza

Discover Old World charm as you stroll through our breathtaking Piazza—a hub of activity, inspired by the vibrant squares of Europe. Roving street performers, quaint boutiques, a spiral staircase and several glass-walled lifts provide panoramic views. Visit the International Café for gourmet coffees, or marvel at the wine selection at Vines, voted one of the “Best Wine Bars at Sea,” by USA Today.

The Shops of Princess

Tax and duty-free shopping

It’s no surprise The Shops are awarded “Best Onboard Shopping” from  Porthole  magazine year after year. On board, you’ll find a fabulous range of fine merchandise from brands like Swarovski, Chanel, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Lancôme, Calvin Klein, Citizen and Tissot, plus local crafts, keepsakes and souvenirs. And everyday tax- and duty-free savings can add up to as much as 30% off suggested U.S. retail prices.

Art Gallery & Auctions

Art lovers rejoice—enjoy exquisite art aboard

Great art, like the destinations we visit, can be awe-inspiring. Peruse our extensive art gallery, or attend an art history lecture highlighting some of the world’s greatest masters. And don’t miss our exciting Champagne Art Auctions, which give you the chance to view and bid on a wide range of fine art, including pieces by famous artists like Thomas Kinkade, Peter Max, and Michael Godard. There is no charge to attend these lively events.

Photo Gallery

Take home a unique photo keepsake

Our staff of digital photographers helps capture the highlights of your cruise including onboard events, ports and scenery for lasting memories of your trip. Our studio locations are set up in the Atrium each evening and all formal and casual portraits are on display in the gallery the following day. Please ask our staff about portrait packages, reprints and canvas reproductions of your favorite photos!

Freshwater Pools & Hot Tubs

Soak in a world of relaxation

Take a dip in our sparkling freshwater pools and leave your everyday world behind. Unwind on a padded lounger and soak up the sun, catch up on reading, listen to music or dream of your next adventure on board or ashore. And what better way to relax and revitalize after a day exploring the world than a long soak in one of our whirling hot tubs. And don’t forget, there is always a server nearby to bring you a refreshing cocktail or favorite beverage.

Sports Court

Get in the game with a variety of activities

Feel the court under your feet and the thrill of victory as you sink the ball in for two points. No matter your athletic ability, there’s nothing like shooting a few hoops out in the middle of the ocean as you watch the sun set and the stars come out. Our Sports Court is not only set up for basketball but also for volleyball. Pick up a game, compete against fellow guests for bragging rights, or start your own dream team.

Princess Links

Practice your putt and play like a champion

Imagine playing on the green while surrounded by a beautiful blue ocean. Whether you’re a dabbler or a devoted disciple of the game, our nine-hole miniature putting course will put your finer golfing skills to the test. After you play a round, step inside to try your hand at our golf simulator, which recreates some of the world’s greatest golf courses like St. Andrews and Pebble Beach so you can play and practice like a pro.

Venues vary by ship and are subject to change

MedallionNet® Wi-Fi

The best Wi-Fi at sea

MedallionNet Wi-Fi is fast, reliable and wherever you are. Stream your favorite shows, movies, music and sports. Stay connected to the internet anywhere on board so you can text, post photos, video chat and more.

Afternoon Tea

Celebration of tasty teas and divine desserts

Afternoon tea is a treasured tradition whether it’s a special occasion, an intimate moment for two, a mother-daughter tea party or just quiet time for reflection. Enjoy a wide selection of teas, or coffee if you prefer, served by attentive waiters in our dining room. The setting is elegant, with a delicious selection of tasty treats: freshly prepared finger sandwiches, cookies and cakes.

Entertainment

Original musicals, dazzling magic shows, feature films, top comedians and nightclubs that get your feet movin’ and groovin’. There’s something happening around every corner; luckily, you have a whole cruise of days and nights to experience it all. 1

Movies Under the Stars®

A reel treat day or night

Throughout the day and night, our exclusive open-air poolside amphitheater is the go-to destination for feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events such as live football games. Cozy up under a fleece blanket in the comfortable lounger and feast on complimentary fresh-popped popcorn in the evening or delicious cookies and milk during the day, and enjoy that exciting car chase or mystery thriller on the giant screen.

Original Musical Productions

Great venues large and small

Crafted by some of the world’s top directors and choreographers, our remarkable and dynamic Princess productions transport you to realms as exotic as the destinations we visit. Imaginative shows created in-house feature dazzling stage sets, Broadway classics, popular hits and original numbers performed by some of the largest and most talented casts at sea.

Music & Dancing

Dazzling entertainment every day and night

When it comes to music and dancing we’ve got everything that your musical palette may desire. Whether it’s tapping your toes to cover bands, singing along in the piano bar, relaxing to classical strings or dancing the night away in the nightclub, you’ll be satisfied!

Featured Guest Entertainers

At night, the stars shine bright on our stages

Grab a seat, order a cocktail and be prepared to be entertained by our lineup of world class entertainers. From magic to comedy, singers to instrumentalists, jugglers to balancing acts and much, much more, we search the globe for top talent to be featured on our ships. So get ready to be amazed, entertained, mesmerized or just laugh the night away!

Princess Theater

Broadway-style productions at sea

With dazzling stage sets, artists from around the globe, modern hits and timeless classics, the Princess Theater, our largest theater yet, showcases lavish, original productions with dynamic cast members in sumptuous surroundings. In this ultramodern theater, relax in a plush seat with unobstructed sight lines as the velvet curtain goes up, a state-of-the-art lighting system illuminates the stage, and it’s on with the show!

Club Fusion

One of our most popular nightspots

When the sun goes down and the moon comes up, it’s time to get your feet movin’ and your heart pumpin’ at Club Fusion. A little eclectic and a whole lot of fun, the dance floor lights and booming sound system invite you to get up and show off your moves and grooves. Karaoke contests, live performances and theme-parties like “60s British Invasion” are just a few of the nightly events that will have you on your feet.

Skywalkers Nightclub

Reach for the sky and dance

Hot music and cool cocktails set to a DJ spinning popular club tunes is the ideal setting for a night of dancing. Gleaming, ultra modern and ultra cool, this hot spot invites a little stargazing while the colorful neon dance floor invites everyone to get up and boogie down. Boasting panoramic views from its vantage point 15 decks above the sea, it’s the perfect place for dancing and socializing.

Good Spirits At Sea

Good spirits, good stories

Good Spirits takes viewers around the globe in search of extraordinary everyday people, sharing stories of spirits and collecting farm-fresh, local ingredients to inspire one-of-a-kind cocktail creations. Immerse yourself in the region as skilled bartenders lead you through an immersive cocktail experience.

Joyful Rejuvenation

Revitalize and refresh body, mind and soul with Princess®. From rejuvenating spa treatments and the tranquility of a top-deck retreat reserved just for adults to our state-of-the-art fitness centers, you’ll find all the elements to come back new.

• The Sanctuary
• Lotus Spa® Fitness Center

Experience the Ultimate Night of Sleep at Sea

With your overall wellness in mind, we’ve collaborated with a board-certified sleep expert to create the ultimate in blissful comfort. Our luxurious new beds feature a scientifically engineered mattress and bed springs, a plush two-inch pillow top, European-inspired duvets and 100% luxurious Jacquard-woven linens-to assure that at the end of your voyage, you come home feeling refreshed and renewed.

The Princess Luxury Bed is available across the fleet except for Regal Princess, where most staterooms have been updated. On Regal Princess all Full Suites and Reserve Collection staterooms have been updated and we are continuing to convert the few remaining beds.

Relax in a Tranquil Retreat Just for Adults

Take a break and indulge in a private getaway at The Sanctuary, our exclusive adults-only retreat offering a relaxing alternative to the myriad outdoor activities and entertainment available elsewhere on the ship. With signature beverages, light meals, and al fresco massages, Serenity Stewards attend to your every need, whether it’s to be on hand to provide chilled face towels or Evian water atomizers.

Go Ahead, Be Pampered – You Deserve It

Named "Best Spa on a Cruise Ship" by Spafinder Wellness 365™, the Lotus Spa® offers a variety of relaxing treatments, such as facials, aroma stone therapy massages, detoxifying ocean wraps and an aromatherapy thermal suite. Or get ready for a night on the town at the salon which features women’s styling color, men’s haircuts and shaves, manicure and pedicure choices and teeth whitening.

A Host of Ways to Get an Energizing Workout

The Lotus Spa Fitness Center offers fitness programs designed to help you maximize your wellness with Tour de Cycle, personal training and classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Body Sculpt Boot Camp, Results Based Training and TRX suspension training. The Lotus Spa Fitness Center also features state-of-the-art equipment so you can tone on your own.

Kids, Teens & Family

From family-friendly stateroom options to enriching youth and family programs, quality time is time well spent. Onboard activities spark curiosity and fuel creativity while excursions ashore engage and inspire!

• Just For Kids 3-7
• Just For Kids 8-12
• Just For Teens 13-17

Explore the Treehouse

Even the littlest guests will delight in this whimsical, forest-themed world that inspires playtime and invites exploration. Kids, ages 3 to 7, can dance, enjoy pajama movie nights, create art projects like Animal Planet™ puppets and masks or compete in a Lego® boat-building contest.

Step into the Lodge

Inspired by the great outdoors, this cozy center keeps kids busy with games, dancing and kid-sized Olympic competitions. Their minds stay busy, too, with California Science Center programs like rocket building, or they can explore outer space with Stargazing and learning how to build a model roller coaster. Exciting events like talent shows, theme nights, and treasure hunts encourage new friendships and family togetherness.

Hang Out in the Beach House

This contemporary lounge is "the place" for teens — perfect for hanging out and socializing with late-night movie viewing, hip hop dance classes, video game tournaments and sports competitions like dodgeball and basketball. But that’s just the beginning. They’ll dazzle on the red carpet with our Rock the Boat teens-only party, complete with awards and "mocktails."

Quality Time Together

Princess makes it easy to sail together in comfort. There is a wide selection of staterooms accommodating up to four guests, and you’ll enjoy substantial savings on your third and fourth guests. There are also connecting stateroom options, as well as Two Bedroom Family Suites, with room for up to eight guests, which offer more living space, a balcony and two bathrooms, including a full bath tub.

1 Activities, dining and entertainment options vary by ship and are subject to change. Photos represent typical arrangements and may vary in detail or configuration.

Ruby Princess passengers stuck until Sunday after cruise ship smacks into Pier 27

Ruby princess passengers stuck until sunday.

Passengers aboard the Ruby Princess cruise ship will stick around San Francisco a while longer as repair work on the damaged vessel is still underway.

SAN FRANCISCO - A cruise ship that has been docked in  San Francisco  after it  smacked into Pier 27 , will stick around through the weekend pending clearance from the U.S. Coast Guard.

A spokesperson with Princess Cruises told KTVU late Friday afternoon that the Ruby Princess cruise ship won't set sail until Sunday at 4 p.m. The cruise line had initially hoped to get authorization to depart Friday.

"Following today’s inspection by the U.S. Coast Guard, Princess Cruises has been advised that Ruby Princess will be cleared to sail once the area damaged in yesterday’s incident in San Francisco has been fully repaired," the cruise line said in a statement.

As a result of the delayed departure, the company has modified the trip itinerary, from a 10-day voyage to Alaska to a 7-day trip.

Passengers have the option to cancel their cruise with a 100% refund, and they will also receive a 50% credit for a future trip. Passengers who want to continue their trip on the Ruby Princess will receive a 75% refund, and a 75% credit for a future voyage.

While the Ruby Princess is docked in San Francisco, passengers are free to come and go.

Passenger shares experience on damaged Ruby Princess cruise ship

Don Thompson gives his experience aboard the Ruby Princess cruise ship that remains docked in San Francisco after it collided into Pier 27.

During a Zoom interview, Ruby Princess passenger Paige Gacayun, said that the ship is not chaotic and everything is calm.

"Everything is up and running and going, so it's like we're at sea. The only things we don't have access to are the casino and the boutique shops," she said.

She expressed confidence in the cruise line's ability to repair the damage and decided not to immediately inform the rest of her family who were traveling with her about the accident.

"As we were boarding, somebody in front of us turned around and said, ‘Hey, did you guys hear about the hole on the ship?’ And I was like ‘No, don’t tell them!’ My family was all surprised when they found out," she said.

The collision caused a large gash in the underside of the ship.

Gacayun and her husband, sister, and brother-in-law boarded the ship on Thursday around noon.

Upon arrival in San Francisco, the Ruby Princess made unexpected contact with the dock at Pier 27 while returning from a 10-day roundtrip to Alaska. No injuries occurred, and at no point were any of the 3,328 guests or 1,161 crew members on board in danger. All those passengers were let off Thursday morning.

A new round of passengers boarded the damaged cruise ship that afternoon, eager to take off for Alaska. But instead of making the 2,200-mile voyage north, they were stuck on board having to sleep overnight at the San Francisco Port.

Despite the long delay, some passengers seemed to be in an upbeat mood.

"The comedy show last night was great. Breakfast buffet was great," Lisa Barnes wrote on a Ruby Princess Facebook page. "I’m happy to be on the boat. Walked four miles around the ship yesterday, doing the exploring thing. Life is good."

Patience runs thin for cruise passengers stuck in San Francisco

Patience is running thin for Princess Cruise ship passengers stuck in San Francisco after the boat smacked into a pier causing a gash in its underside. Dave Detling reports

Passengers told KTVU the captain has been giving updates on the ship’s status. "They happen about every two hours," said passenger Tod Imperato. "I understand the captain is reading from a memo that’s been handed to him, but it would certainly be helpful to have more information to know what to expect."

Despite the situation, passenger Don Thompson maintains a positive attitude. However, he expressed his dissatisfaction with the limited information provided by the cruise line. Thompson mentioned that guests were not informed that there were problems with the ship until the originally scheduled departure time.

"Overall they kept it pretty quite, and I'm going to guess that 75-80% of the passengers had no idea until the first announcement came Thursday night," he said.

He added," there's a handful of frustration now about having to make a decision on whether to stay or whether to go."

Thompson has chosen to remain aboard the Ruby Princess cruise ship, hoping that the ordeal will ultimately prove worthwhile.

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Ruby Princess leaves SF for Alaska 4 days after crash at Pier 27, nearly 600 passengers fewer

The ship has been sitting at Pier 27 in San Francisco since colliding with the dock Thursday morning.

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- After colliding with the dock and sitting at Pier 27 in San Francisco since Thursday, the Ruby Princess cruise ship finally embarked on its journey to Alaska.

The U.S. Coast Guard announced Sunday morning repairs to the Ruby Princess have been completed and the cruise ship is "free to depart" for Alaska.

The coast guard said it lifted the Captain of the Port order at 1 a.m. Sunday.

Now, the cruise line said it was expected to depart the Bay Area at 2:30 p.m. Our ABC7 cameras saw the Princess ship move around 3:40 p.m.

Passengers had until 11 a.m. to decide whether they will stay on the ship to to continue the trip or leave.

Cruise passenger Anita Lawhon from Reno captured the moment the Ruby Princess finally set sail from San Francisco Sunday afternoon, she thought her "bon voyage" would never happen.

"Who would've thought we'd be sitting here in San Francisco for four days? I'm so excited go out toward the Golden Gate for the first time in my life, exciting," said Lawhon.

The ship's captain told passengers the green light was given overnight to sail.

"Actually, I just walked down because I wanted to see the state of repairs and was pleasantly surprised it looks great to me," said passenger Alexandra Shannon.

In a statement, the cruise line said, "Princess Cruises can confirm that repairs on Ruby Princess have been completed, and following inspection and certification by the United States Coast Guard the ship is safe and fit to sail."

"I got off the ship I decided to take the deal they offered," said Simon from Rio Vista, who declined to give his last name.

Ruby Princess had 3,256 guests and 1,161 crew onboard. Now, they are departing with 2,677 guests and 1,161 crew onboard. A difference of 579 passengers.

The delayed 10-day sailing will now be a 7-day cruise returning to San Francisco on Sunday, July 16.

RELATED: 'Go with the flow': Ruby Princess passengers anxious to leave as ship repairs continue

"The Ruby Princess is about 950 feet long and about 115,000-tons," Captain Allan Post with the Texas A &M Maritime Academy pointed out. "With that much weight and that much sail area, the vessel is affected by wind, by current, and by the technical abilities of its design," he said on Friday as repairs were being made.

On Friday, ABC7 saw crews from the Port of San Francisco and Coast Guard inspecting the hole in the vessel and repairs which have been done so far.

"Our main concern is the vessel able to transport passengers and operate safety," said U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Levi Read on Friday.

Passengers who boarded the ship Thursday have been asked to stay on board and not come ashore. Originally, there were 3,256 guests and 1,161 crew onboard as the ship remains docked at Pier 27.

Princess Cruises says guests who elect to cancel their cruise will receive a 100% refund of their cruise fare, post-cruise hotel packages and transfers booked through Princess, prepaid shore excursions and other prepaid items and taxes, fees and port expenses. Each guest will also receive a 50% Future Cruise Credit of the cruise fare paid on this voyage, which may be applied to any future Princess cruise that is booked by February 1, 2024 and sails by February 1, 2025. They may remain onboard until 1100 local time on Sunday, July 9 to better assist with alternative plans they may be making.

Guests who continue with their Princess vacation will receive a 75% refund of the cruise fare paid as well as unused pre-paid shore excursions booked through Princess and the refundable portion of the taxes, fees and port expenses for the missed ports. Each guest will also receive a 75% Future Cruise Credit equal to the cruise fare paid on this voyage, which may be applied to any future Princess cruise that is booked by February 1, 2024 and sails by February 1, 2025.

VIDEO: Cruise ship hits iceberg in Alaska, returns to Seattle for repairs

Investigation into the bar pilot

We learned more about the Ruby Princess pilot. In some ways, this is an elite group. There aren't many bar pilots, 52 at the moment with four trainees in the pipeline according to the Board of Pilot Commissioners Executive Director.

The investigation into what went wrong with the Ruby Princess during docking at San Francisco's Pier 27 Thursday morning is in the early fact-finding phase.

"It appears the port quarter of the Ruby Princess made contact with Pier 27," said U.S. Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander William Williams.

The Coast Guard which is assisting in the investigation says the pilot is being drug and alcohol tested which is standard in a serious marine incident.

"The Coast Guard has sent two teams, an investigations team and an inspection port state control team to the vessel and will be conducting those inspections and investigations," said Williams.

The San Francisco Bar Pilots are responsible for safely navigating ships they board over the offshore sand bar to docks throughout the Bay Area.

A Spokesperson working with the San Francisco Bar Pilots told ABC7 News on Thursday, "We can confirm a pilot was involved in a hard landing at Pier 27 this morning. We are cooperating with all necessary agencies in looking into this matter and cannot comment further."

The Board of Pilot Commissioners tells ABC7 News the pilot is on the Pilot Evaluation Committee which is responsible for trainees and that anyone on that committee would have to be a pilot more than 10 years.

The investigation is now in the hands of the U.S. Coast Guard and other federal agencies who were notified about the early morning incident.

ABC7 News reporters Tim Johns, Suzanne Phan, Melanie Woodrow, Amanda del Castillo and Cornell Barnard contributed to this report.

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Princess Cruises alters routes for World Cruises, avoiding Middle East and Asia

Princess Cruises has adjusted the itineraries for its two 2025 World Cruises , opting to exclude visits to the Middle East and Asia due to ongoing regional challenges. Instead, the revised routes will include new port stops in Africa and Europe.

The decision to alter the itineraries was made after thorough consultation with global security experts and government authorities, considering the situation in the Red Sea and surrounding areas.

The 116-day World Cruise aboard Island Princess , departing from North America, offers two roundtrip options: departing from Fort Lauderdale FL on January 5, 2025, and from Los Angeles CA on January 20, 2025, with a return to Los Angeles on May 17, 2025.

For the revised itinerary from February 16 to April 9, departing from Sydney , the cruise will include visits to Melbourne and Perth (Fremantle) before heading to South Africa. The journey will then resume its scheduled itinerary starting in Valletta, Malta , on April 9.

Passengers originally scheduled to embark or disembark in Dubai on March 14, 2025, will now do so 4 days earlier in Cape Town, South Africa , on March 9. Guests disembarking in Cape Town will receive a refund equivalent to 4 days of the cruise fare, while those joining earlier will not incur additional costs. Additionally, all affected guests will receive a US$300 onboard credit.

Crown Princess , hosting the largest-ever World Cruise, is set to depart Auckland NZ on May 31, 2025, and Sydney on June 4, 2025, for a 113-day voyage covering 42 destinations across 22 countries on 5 continents.

Similar to Island Princess, the Crown Princess itinerary will avoid the Red Sea and Asia, including the Suez Canal transit, opting instead to travel via Africa. Princess Cruises is finalizing the fully revised itinerary and will provide further details shortly.