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Sapphire Princess dining room menu in 2023 for dinner food

So, what’s the Sapphire Princess dining menu like?!

I was on the Sapphire Princess in 2023, and I got screenshots of the main dining room menu. This is below!

In general on a cruise, you will get free food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

There are “ specialty restaurants ” on Princess cruise ships for which there is an added fee.

The specialty dining options on the Sapphire Princess are Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Sterling Steakhouse, Chef’s Table Experience, Vines Wine Bar, and Ultimate Balcony Dining.

See the updated list at princess.com under “specialty dining” section of the Sapphire Princess cruise ship info .

There is a “ juice bar ” for extra health and wellness drinks for which there is an added fee.

But there are always free food options for every meal, plus snacks in between meals.

You can get pizza any time , and you can get ice cream any time during the day for free.

There are “ premium desserts ” on Princess cruise ships for which there is an added fee.

But there are always free dessert options, both in the main dining room and in the buffet.

There are also many other food choices that you can get almost any time throughout the day too.

Like all Princess cruise ships, there is a buffet on the Sapphire Princess.

You can eat at the buffet during your time on the Sapphire Princess for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This is free.

You can also go to one of the main dining rooms on the Sapphire Princess for dinner. This is free.

There are some “specialty” items in the dining room as well for which there is a fee, but it’s not necessary to pay for regular dinner food.

You can also go to at least one of the dining rooms for breakfast and lunch. This is free.

Lunch in dining room might only be available on sea days.

You can even get a light breakfast sent directly to your room for free by ordering room service for breakfast the night before.

See below for a day-by-day dinner menu on the Sapphire Princess!

Also below is how to see the dinner menu once you are on your cruise.

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Food on the Sapphire Princess

Food on the Sapphire Princess may vary.

But just to give you an idea, here is the dinner menu from the main dining room dinner on my cruise when I was on the Sapphire Princess, day by day!

I did an Alaska cruise on the Sapphire Princess in April and May 2023.

When you go to the dining room for dinner and receive the menu, local cuisine is also marked as “local eats flavors” so look for a special symbol for that too!

Below are screenshots from the Princess app.

Day 1: Vancouver embarkation day menu

Day 2: Sea day, formal night menu

Day 3: Sea day menu

Day 4: Hubbard Glacier scenic cruising sea day menu

Day 5: Icy Strait Point port day menu

Day 6: Juneau port day menu

Day 7: Skagway port day

The menu never showed up on the app for me so I didn’t get any screenshots.

Day 8: Glacier Bay scenic cruising sea day, “dress to impress” night aka formal night menu

Although I didn’t get a screenshot of it, I am assuming that filet mignon and lobster tail was available for an additional fee on this formal night as well.

Day 9: Sitka port day menu

Day 10: Ketchikan port day menu

Day 11: Sea day menu, last dinner of the cruise menu

How to see the Sapphire Princess dinner menu on your cruise

You’ll be able to see the dinner menu once you are on your cruise.

You can use the Princess app to see the menu for that evening.

👆 Next screen: Go to “explore dining options”

The Princess app is how you will choose your cruise boarding time and look for cruise entertainment.

The Princess app is also how you can make reservations in one of the main dining rooms.

You can make reservations before you get on the cruise ship.

If you’re making dining reservations far in advance, you’ll want to check back once it gets closer to your cruise (and once you are on your cruise) to see that your dining time hasn’t changed.

Sometimes they will change it on you, and you won’t be notified about the change.

Once you are on the cruise ship, you can also use the TV in your room to see the dinner menu.

Once you are on your cruise ship, you can also go down to the dining room and see the menu for that evening posted out in front.

And that’s to give you an idea of what type of food might be on the Sapphire Princess!

I was on the Sapphire Princess in April and May 2023. Your experience may vary!

HAPPY DINING ON THE SAPPHIRE PRINCESS!

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Princess cruise food: The ultimate guide to restaurants and dining on board

Booked on a Princess cruise ? Then it's time to start figuring out your dining strategy. With everything from casual seafood shacks and barbecue joints to refined steakhouses, sushi bars and even experiential, sensory dining, the food on Princess Cruises has something to pique everyone's palate, from those looking to indulge to guests who want to stick to a healthy diet at sea .

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Alfredo's/Gigi's Pizzeria by Alfredo/Alfredo's Pizzeria

Fixed price or a la carte

If one pizzeria isn't enough, Princess has another option. Alfredo's and Gigi's are sit-down pizzerias with decor inspired by the colors and vibe of Amalfi Coast. The venues serve authentic Neapolitan pizza made from scratch.

Available on: Coral, Diamond, Discovery, Enchanted, Grand, Island, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sapphire, Sky, Sun Princess

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Burger & Hot Dog Grill

Included, but a la carte pricing applies for a few menu items on select ships

This poolside American grill serves up hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries.

Available on: Coral, Diamond, Island, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sapphire

Chopsticks Noodle Bar

Chopsticks is a casual spot with a rotating menu of cooked-to-order Asian fare. Options include wonton noodle soup and wok-fried dishes like Sichuan dan-dan noodles.

Available on: Majestic Princess

Horizon Court/World Fresh Marketplace

All Princess cruise ships feature a buffet restaurant, called World Fresh Marketplace on some ships and Horizon Court on others. Either way, the buffet is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ever-changing options include regional specialties, comfort food, fresh fruit, salads, vegetables and desserts.

Available on: All ships

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Sushi and sashimi specialties, appetizers, nigiri and maki rolls including tempura shrimp, spicy tuna and hamachi scallion are available separately or in a set menu or combination at Kai Sushi.

Available on: Diamond Princess, Sun Princess

Main dining room

Princess Cruises' main dining rooms offer a waiter-served, sit-down dining experience. Multicourse menus of global cuisine are offered for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some options change daily, but a selection of "Princess Favorites" signature dishes is always available.

Ocean Terrace Sushi/Seafood Bar

Overlooking the Piazza, this sushi and sashimi bar was inspired by the view of the ocean. Starters, sushi, sashimi, raw, cooked and torched rolls are available a la carte.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess

O'Malley's Irish Pub

A contemporary Irish pub with traditional tunes and interactive entertainment, O'Malley's serves pub fare like pan-fried Guinness chicken, ribeye burgers, Scotch eggs and fried pickles.

Available on: Enchanted Princess, Sun Princess

This casual, rustic eatery serves ample portions of barbecued meats, including pulled pork, tri-top, smoked sausage, smoked chicken and pork ribs, along with sides, sauces, salads and more.

Available on: Caribbean Princess, Emerald Princess

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Reserve Collection dining

Included for guests in Reserve Collection cabins

Passengers booked in Reserve Collection cabins can access an exclusive area of the main dining room with a private entrance, expedited seating, no reservations required and a dedicated waitstaff. On Star Princess and Sun Princess, Reserve Collection Dining also includes access to a private restaurant.

Salty Dog Gastropub

The Salty Dog Gastropub features handhelds like burgers, chicken sandwiches and grilled cheese, as well as elevated takes on comfort food including lobster mac and cheese and stout-braised short ribs. It's located inside the Wheelhouse Bar on certain days.

Available on: Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Ruby Princess, Sapphire, Grand, Coral, Island Princess

Salty Dog Grille/Cafe

The famous Hilton Head, South Carolina eatery takes to the seas on Princess Cruises. This casual poolside restaurant is a great pitstop between dips. Order from their menu of craft burgers (including a veggie burger), sandwiches, chicken strips, street tacos, loaded fries and hot dogs.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Ruby, Sky Princess

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This poolside pizzeria has plenty of pie options, including thin crust and deep dish, as well as stromboli and avocado and caprese toasts.

Steamers Seafood

At this casual eatery, you can satisfy your seafood craving with steamed shellfish pots with mussels, scallops, kielbasa and corn on the cob. The most popular pot arrives with broiled scallops, shrimp and crab-stuffed flounder; lobster and crab can be added to any dish.

Vines Wine Bar

Located in the Atrium, with an extensive list of wines and Champagnes, Vines Wine Bar serves light bites, including antipasti and tapas.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Emerald, Grand, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sky Princess

Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse

Fixed price

Prime steaks and seafood are served in a laid-back, New Orleans-inspired setting, with live music on select nights. Highlights include Chilean sea bass with king prawns, New York strip and New Zealand rosemary double lamb chops.

Available on: Coral Princess, Island Princess

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The Catch by Rudi

Seafood-focused collaboration with renowned Austrian chef Rudi Sodamin featuring playful takes on sustainable seafood like Asian-fried calamari, lobster with garlic butter crust and tiered shellfish towers. Order the Salzburger Nockerl for dessert; it's a can't-miss Austrian souffle baked over tangy fruit jam.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Sky, Sun Princess

Churrascaria Brazilian Grill

Servers carve grilled meats including picanha, sirloin, lamb, linguica and sausage tableside at this South American-inspired steakhouse. Round out your meal with options from the teeming salad bar.

Available on: Diamond Princess

A rustic seafood pop-up, Crab Shack will serve casual starters including popcorn shrimp and Manhattan clam chowder, as well as steamed and boiled pots of shellfish, potatoes, corn and herbs.

Available on: Forthcoming, ships to be announced

Crown Grill

Princess' signature steak and seafood house with a theater-style open kitchen is a perennial favorite with guests. On the menu are aged and hand-cut steaks and chops, seafood and a selection of salts curated from around the world to sprinkle on dishes.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sky, Sun Princess

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Harmony is a contemporary Chinese restaurant with a five-course menu of dishes. Highlights include Peking duck salad, braised pork belly ribs with star anise and fried rice with scallops.

Sabatini's Italian Trattoria

At the cruise line's signature Italian restaurant, traditional flavors meld with regional influences. Handmade pastas like pappardelle alla Bolognese are joined by ossobuco Milanese, heirloom cheeses and air-cured salume.

Available on: Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Island, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sky, Sun Princess

Sterling Steakhouse

This premium chophouse features high-quality cuts of meat from corn-fed beef, including Kansas City strip, filet mignon, Madeira-glazed veal and surf and turf, served with shareable sides like loaded baked potatoes and sauteed wild mushrooms. (Sterling Steakhouse is similar to the Crown Grill, but the two steakhouses have different menus.)

Available on: Sapphire Princess

Love by Britto

Princess Cruises has collaborated with Romero Britto, the Brazilian artist known for his bold and joyful style, to create a seven-course, prix fixe artistic-inspired dining experience on its newest ship. Standout dishes include oysters with Champagne pearls, Wagyu Chateaubriand Rossini and hot chocolate souffle with hot Bing cherries.

Available on: Sun Princess

Umai Teppanyaki

Your meal at Umai Teppanyaki is a three-act show of Japanese cuisine prepared on an iron teppan grill. Starters include pork belly yakitori and spicy tuna on the rocks, followed by dishes like black cod in soy reduction and filet mignon with Champagne Cognac flambe and a chocolate bento box.

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The Butcher's Block by Dario

The Butcher's Block is another collaboration, this time a partnership with renowned eighth-generation butcher Dario Cecchini, who owns a butcher shop and restaurants in the Tuscan village of Panzano, Italy. Enjoy a meal of his signature cuts of meat at one large shared table with friends old and new.

360: An Extraordinary Experience

This seven-course, wine-paired dinner is enhanced by immersive technology, including a 360-degree projection screen displaying scenes of the Mediterranean and additional images projected onto the tabletop. You'll find yourself as captivated by the food as the music and storytelling that will virtually transport you to Santorini, the Amalfi Coast, Barcelona and Provence. The dining experience is invite-only, so if you're not some kind of VIP (suite guest, top-tier loyalty program member, casino high roller and the like), don't expect you will be able to dine here.

Available on: Discovery Princess, Enchanted Princess

Chef's Table/Chef's Table Lumiere

Fixed price (with or without wine)

The Chef's Table is a unique culinary experience that kicks off with Champagne and hors d'oeuvres and a stroll through the kitchen to meet the executive chef, followed by a multicourse dinner paired with wines. For Chef's Table Lumiere, the table is surrounded by a curtain of lights after guests are seated.

Available on: Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Emerald, Grand, Island, Ruby, Sapphire Princess (Chef's Table); Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess (Chef's Table Lumiere)

Balcony Breakfast/Dinner

Start or end the day with an intimate, romantic meal for two served on your cabin balcony. Dinner is a four-course affair including hors d'oeuvres, lobster and steak and your choice of beverages.

Caymus Winemaker's Dinner

During this intimate dining event, a five-course dinner is paired with wines from Chuck Wagner's Napa Valley winery, Caymus Vineyards. This recently launched experience for just 12 guests is offered two to three times per sailing.

Silverado Winemaker's Dinner

A collaboration with winemaker Jon Emmerich of Silverado Vineyards, this dinner pairs five courses (not including a palate cleanser) with the Napa Valley winery's sauvignon blanc and cabernet sauvignon.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess

Princess cruise dining FAQ

Is food on Princess Cruises included?

Sit-down meals in the main dining room, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, are always included on a Princess cruise, and the menu varies somewhat daily. Also included is a buffet, either called World Fresh Marketplace or Horizon Court, depending on the ship, as well as fast casual and grab-and-go spots on board that serve pizza, tacos, burgers, pastries and ice cream.

Specialty restaurants including Crown Grill, Princess's steak and seafood house, and Sabatini's, the signature Italian restaurant, require a surcharge that's priced at a flat rate per adult or child; some menu items also require an additional surcharge no matter the age of the guest.

Related: The ultimate guide to Princess Cruises ships and itineraries

Are drinks included on Princess cruise ships?

Select beverages are always included: iced tea, hot tea, brewed coffee, hot chocolate, milk, fruit juice, lemonade and tap water. Everything else, including soft drinks, wine, beer, cocktails, spirits and specialty coffees, must either be purchased a la carte or through one of the cruise line's beverage packages .

Do I need reservations?

Reservations are encouraged for the main dining room and the specialty restaurants, and it's best to make them as early as possible ; walk-in parties will be accommodated on a space-available basis. Guests can make reservations via the Princess MedallionClass app or at guest services once you're on board. If you wish to eat at the same time every night, you can do so by reserving your tables in advance.

Platinum and Elite Captain's Circle members have early access to reservations. Passengers booked in a Full Suite or Reserve Collection Mini-Suite don't need to make dining reservations as they will always be accommodated; they also have access to a dedicated space in the main dining room with expedited seating and an expanded menu.

Does Princess Cruises have an evening dress code?

"Smart casual" attire will be appropriate for the main dining room, buffet and fast-casual restaurants. You might want to pack something dressier for the specialty restaurants or one of the more upscale dining experiences like Chef's Table, 360 or a winemaker dinner.

On sailings that are five nights or longer, there will be one or more formal nights, which do require adhering to a dress code in the dining venues . Cocktail dresses, evening gowns or dressy pantsuits are appropriate for women, while dark suits, tuxedos or dinner jackets and slacks are required for men , along with dressy footwear. If you don't want to dress up or forgot appropriate attire, you're welcome to dine at the buffet or any of the other casual dining options on board during formal night.

Is there assigned seating in the main dining room?

There is currently no assigned seating at any dining venues on board Princess ships; however, that is changing for cruises departing on or after September 14. For those sailings, guests can choose between traditional seating (with assigned dining times, tables, tablemates and waiters in the main dining room) or flexible seating. Within flexible seating, passengers can either make reservations to dine at a specific time on any given night or walk in when they're hungry to access the first available table.

Until September, Princess will not offer assigned seating, and guests can choose to make reservations or not for the main dining room. If you are a solo diner or part of a couple or small group, your host might ask if you would like to sit with another party of a similar size in the main dining room; the choice is up to you.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

You can use the Cruise Personalizer to indicate your dietary preferences, including requests for low-sodium, low-fat, low-sugar and vegetarian diets. Kosher meals and baby food are available with advanced written requests. If you have allergies or medical needs related to food, you must inform Princess in writing — check the line's website for more details. Princess Cruises also recently introduced a series of vegan menus for dinner in the main dining room, including starters, soups, salads, pastas and main dishes.

Where can I get snacks on board?

You'll find lots of spots to grab a quick bite, dessert or coffee, including Coffee & Cones, Patisserie, Swirls Ice Cream Bar, The Pastry Shop, International Cafe and Gelateria — options vary depending on the ship. Food at these venues is included, but there is a charge for specialty coffees and teas unless you have a beverage package.

Is room service included on Princess Cruises?

Guests can use the designated button on their cabin's phone to order room service 24 hours a day; each order incurs a $5 delivery fee, which is waived for those with Princess Plus or Princess Premier status.

You can also use the OceanNow feature in the Princess Medallion Class app to order food to be delivered to your cabin or anywhere else on the ship, like the pool deck. This feature is included with Princess Plus and Princess Premium; otherwise, there is a one-time access fee of $14.99 per person per voyage and a $5 delivery fee per order. Food and beverage surcharges may apply for some items ordered via room service.

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Princess Cruises Dining Room Menus (with food photos)

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Are you going on a Princess Cruise? If so, you know that one of the best parts of cruising is the cruise food.

We’ve recently disembarked from a great cruise on the Regal Princess , and I thought I’d share the main dining room menus (main dishes, appetizers and desserts) with you. While the order of the nightly menus may be different, it’s likely that you’ll see these menus and food choices on your upcoming Princess Cruise.

I’ve included photos of the dishes we ordered as well, just to whet your appetite.

If you’re cruising with Princess, here is a Princess Cruises packing list that you can use:  Princess Cruises Packing List 2022

Princess Main Dining Room – Things to Know

Dine my way.

Cruising in 2022 has changed, and this includes the main dining room experience on Princess Cruises . While in the past Princess had “traditional dining” and “Anytime Dining”, this has been replaced with “Dine My Way”.

You can now reserve your dining times in advance on the Medallion Class app as you get ready for your cruise. Please note, if you’re in Club Class , you don’t need to make a reservation.

In our experience, you could also just show up at the main dining room (in our case Concerto) and be seated without an advanced reservation as well, although there could be a wait time.

Princess Favorites

In addition to nightly menu options, there are Princess Favorites that are always available. We did see some changes from past Princess Favorites. One classic that remains is the famous Fettuccine Alfredo.

Order as Much as You Want

If you are interested in more than one appetizer, or want to try 2 main dishes, go for it! In our experience, the waiters were very accommodating and would even offer to add a lobster tail to our steak dinner one night when we were undecided between 2 delicious options.

Have more tips to share? Please leave a comment or let me know about a recent experience in the comments below this post.

Princess Cruises Main Dining Room Menus

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Final Thoughts on Princess Cruises Menus

Princess Cruises has some of our favorite cruise foods. While not every dish was our favorite, we found so many main dishes, appetizers and desserts that we absolutely loved!

Please let me know what are some of your favorite Princess foods in the comments below.

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Sapphire Princess Food & Drink

The Princess chefs are true culinary artists who insist on serving the very finest cuisine - and it shows. The entire fleet has been inducted into the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs gastronomic society. Each chef's menu is creative and the selections change every day. Pair that with impeccable service and you're in for an unforgettable gourmet experience.

Traditional Dining

For guests who prefer the traditional cruise ship dining experience, the ship offers a main dining room option in which they can enjoy having the same dining time, waiter and table mates each evening. 

The International Dining Room on the 6th  Deck serves open seating breakfast and lunch and traditional seating for dinner.

Open from around 7am to 9am for waiter served breakfast and 12 to 1.30pm on sea days for lunch, dinner seating is either 5.30pm or 8pm.

This Italian restaurant is a refined yet casual dining establishment rich in atmosphere, showcasing an Italian and Mediterranean menu with a heavy emphasis on premium seafood. Sabatini's is open for dinner from 6pm.

Anytime Dining

The Savoy Dining Room on the Sapphire Princess is one of  the dining rooms open on certain days for lunch serving a traditional British pub style lunch, and for anytime dining at dinner time between 5.30pm and 10pm.

The British style pub lunch is served between 11.30am and 2pm and includes classics such as steak and kidney pie and bangers and mash with bread and butter pudding for dessert and a selection of drinks ranging from Bass and Guinness to Strongbow cider.

The Pacific Moon Dining Room on the ship is open for afternoon tea from 3.30pm to 4.30pm and anytime dining at dinner time between 5.30pm and 10pm.

Horizon Court

An expanded top-deck buffet featuring multiple live stations, Horizon Court offers a wide selection of buffet meals or snacks. A primary feature of Princess ships, the top-of-the-ship restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning sea views as a backdrop for a quick breakfast or casual dinner.

At night, the Horizon Court becomes Café Caribe. This themed buffet captures the flavours of the Caribbean. This elegant but casual dining option presents a changing menu of Caribbean themes with specialties such as Paella-Style Prawns, Whole Roast Suckling Pig, Jerk Chicken, Guiana Pepperpots and Curries, and many more local favourites. The buffet court features an open kitchen where guests can order their meal cooked to their specifications.and offers a casual, self-service buffet. 

Casual Dining at its best, a Wine, sushi and tapas bar. Voted one of the 'Best Wine Bars at Sea' by USA Today!

This wine bar offers an extensive menu with more than 30 wines available by the glass plus a series of wine flights. Wine lovers can pair their selections with fresh bites including seafood treats, tapas and artisan meats and cheeses. On some vessels, the adjacent wine shop offers guests the opportunity to purchase their favoUrite bottle. 

Ultimate Balcony Dining

Choose a luxurious breakfast or experience the "ultimate" romantic dinner at sea: a sumptuous four-course meal, including succulent lobster tail and juicy steak, your beverage of choice, hors d’oeuvres, all served right on your balcony served by our dedicated waitstaff!

International Cafe

The International Café, located on the 5th Deck, is open 24 hours a day and serves a selection of teas and coffees along with a range of pastries, doughnuts, cakes, desserts, sandwiches, salads and soup.

Its location by the central plaza area with its own entertainment makes it a good place for a drink and light snack during the day and night.

Chef's Table Experience

The Chef's Table experience provides the chance to tour the ship's busy galley during dinner service, where the ship's executive chef previews the evenings menu with a selection of hors d'oeuvres and Champagne for guests to enjoy.

Guests are then taken to a private table in the main dining room to enjoy a specially created multi-course menu accompanied by selected wines to complement each course.

During the dessert course the chef re-joins the table to discuss the evenings menu and share their culinary knowledge.

Alfredo's Pizzeria

Alfredo's Pizzeria on the 5th Deck opens from 11am to 11pm and serves complimentary whole hand made pizza's with a sit down waiter service.

Sterling Steakhouse

The Sterling Steakhouse, located on the 14th Deck within the Horizon Court is open from 6.00pm to 11pm. Guests can choose from a range of appetisers, soups and salads, seafood or steak and dessert.

Menu examples are as follows:-

• Mediterranean style spiny lobster cake
• Black tiger prawn and papaya salpicon
• The grill salad
• Shrimp and pancetta bisque
• Pan roasted black sea bass
• New York strip
• Rib-eye steak
• New Zealand lamb rack
• Wild berry and apple cobbler
• Seven Layer s'mores stack

Chocolate Journeys

There are few foods that inspire as much passion as chocolate, and master chocolatier Norman Love has designed some of the most decadent, hand-crafted treats exclusively for Princess' Chocolate Journeys program. Trained in France, and named the Inaugural Inductee into the Chocolatier Hall of Fame by Dessert Professional Magazine, Chef Love combined premium quality chocolate with unique flavors and artful designs to mastermind his exclusive creations found in the main dining room and at Horizon Court.

Trident Grill

Follow your nose to the Trident Grill where the burgers are flipping and the hotdogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin's and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.

24 Hour Room Service

We offer 24-hour complimentary room service when you want to enjoy a quiet moment in your cabin eating a delicious club sandwich or maybe that slice of chocolate fudge cake you can't forget. Treat yourself to breakfast in bed, or stay in for an intimate dinner, and perhaps even cocktails, in the comfort of your stateroom. 24-hour room service is just a phone call away.

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It’s dining with a side of excitement at the all-new Churrascaria Brazilian Grill. Quality meats boasting bold South American flavors are cooked to perfection in the tasty tradition of grilling churrasco style. Then our servers present these flavorful cuts on vertical skewers — and hand-carve them right onto your plate. Filet mignon, barbecued pork ribs, leg of lamb ... enjoy them all. Connect, sip Brazilian-inspired cocktails and get ready for a meal you’ll savor.

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Several people on the current Sapphire propulsion thread have commented the new restaurant was sprung on cruisers with no notice who had booked specialty dining at Sterling Steakhouse. It's in the same buffet location as Sterling Steakhouse apparently. Haven't seen any menus yet as the focus of that thread is the itinerary issues. 

7 minutes ago, Paula_MacFan said: Several people on the current Sapphire propulsion thread have commented the new restaurant was sprung on cruisers with no notice who had booked specialty dining at Sterling Steakhouse. It's in the same buffet location as Sterling Steakhouse apparently. Haven't seen any menus yet as the focus of that thread is the itinerary issues. 

Yes, I noticed that thread but haven't read everything. Sapphire is the ship scheduled for Antarctica cruises starting in December. A little concerning, but I can't do much about that. But a cruiser has to eat... 🙂

27 minutes ago, BlerkOne said: Yes, I noticed that thread but haven't read everything. Sapphire is the ship scheduled for Antarctica cruises starting in December. A little concerning, but I can't do much about that. But a cruiser has to eat... 🙂  

Agreed 🙂   I was just chiming in that several people had noted the restaurant was in fact open already (not 'coming soon') but given the other issues nobody had commented on the menu.  Hopefully when the repair issues get resolved we'll get more run of the mill cruise feedback.  We board the Sapphire soon so I'm anxiously following along to see how it will all impact our trip. 

My ressies have been switched to the Brazilian restaurant from sterling steakhouse. Ugh. We just went last month to one of these for my bday. I wanted more of a fine dining experience being it is our 39th anniversary. Crud. 

Just now, dizgal64 said: My ressies have been switched to the Brazilian restaurant from sterling steakhouse. Ugh. We just went last month to one of these for my bday. I wanted more of a fine dining experience being it is our 39th anniversary. Crud. 

Hard to call any meal served in the buffet area fine dining

1 minute ago, memoak said: Hard to call any meal served in the buffet area fine dining

Sterling steakhouse was in the buffet area?

2 minutes ago, dizgal64 said: Sterling steakhouse was in the buffet area?

Yep. It was in a portion of the buffet. If you look at deck plans you will not find a separate dining room for them

Man if I would have known that I’d just eat in the MDR. Much quieter I’m sure. But now I’ll never get a reservation there. Idk. So, so many things have happened with our cruise planning, it’s been a nightmare. And now propulsion issues? Second cruise with princess and I believe it will be our last. We’ve been with 3 other cruise lines and they were much better. Ugh. 

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16 minutes ago, dizgal64 said: Man if I would have known that I’d just eat in the MDR. Much quieter I’m sure. But now I’ll never get a reservation there. Idk. So, so many things have happened with our cruise planning, it’s been a nightmare. And now propulsion issues? Second cruise with princess and I believe it will be our last. We’ve been with 3 other cruise lines and they were much better. Ugh. 

You don't need reservations for the MDR. Walk-ups are happily accommodated, possibly with a short wait, depending on dining time.. 

Sterling Steakhouse is/was a portion of the buffet. Back corner. Screened off and setup with white linens, flowers, table service, etc just like CG.  While yes, buffet area, it didn't really feel like it and it was somewhat screened off an private - no doubt the new venue is similar in setup..

Instead - for a truly memorable and amazing intimate romantic anniversary meal - consider the Ultimate Balcony Dinner.

$110 total for two. Includes a four course meal served course by course, with filet and lobster, welcome cocktail, half bottle champagne, flowers you keep and a photo you keep. It's amazing, delicious, paced really well, the staff is usually quite unobtrusive and anticipatory. So much more special and intimate than banquet dining in MDR or specialty - and minimal extra cost, particularly with the included drinks and keepsakes..

Happy anniversary and enjoy.

7 minutes ago, reedprincess said: You don't need reservations for the MDR. Walk-ups are happily accommodated, possibly with a short wait, depending on dining time..  Sterling Steakhouse is/was a portion of the buffet. Back corner. Screened off and setup with white linens, flowers, table service, etc just like CG.  While yes, buffet area, it didn't really feel like it and it was somewhat screened off an private - no doubt the new venue is similar in setup..   Instead - for a truly memorable and amazing intimate romantic anniversary meal - consider the Ultimate Balcony Dinner. $110 total for two. Includes a four course meal served course by course, with filet and lobster, welcome cocktail, half bottle champagne, flowers you keep and a photo you keep. It's amazing, delicious, paced really well, the staff is usually quite unobtrusive and anticipatory. So much more special and intimate than banquet dining in MDR or specialty - and minimal extra cost, particularly with the included drinks and keepsakes..   Happy anniversary and enjoy.

Thank you for the idea. But we are with family, another couple and their first cruise so wanted it special. It’s ok. Now reservations are the least of my concern with a ship that needs help. Haha 

I recently experienced a Brazilian Dinner in Hawaii for $79 per person.  I would not do this again.  I can't say how it is on a ship, but I would never eat my way through the cost to break even.  The food was good.  The experience was one and done.  I have heard that the Sterling Steakhouse was much better than the Crown Grill.  Too bad Princess decided on this change.

2 hours ago, dizgal64 said: My ressies have been switched to the Brazilian restaurant from sterling steakhouse. Ugh. We just went last month to one of these for my bday. I wanted more of a fine dining experience being it is our 39th anniversary. Crud. 

Same here - and I'd never have known if I hadn't read about it on the Sapphire propulsion thread. We had 2 Sterling reservations for our 6/8 sailing - not a fan of churrascaria at all and there were comments somewhere about sides and salads being at the buffet - WHAT?! I'll probably end up canceling the reservations once on board but do want to check the menu first. But then again who knows if my cruise will even be sailing at this rate! Kind of annoying they didn't notify people with existing Sterling reservations of the change.

10 minutes ago, Auntiejo said: Same here - and I'd never have known if I hadn't read about it on the Sapphire propulsion thread. We had 2 Sterling reservations for our 6/8 sailing - not a fan of churrascaria at all and there were comments somewhere about sides and salads being at the buffet - WHAT?! I'll probably end up canceling the reservations once on board but do want to check the menu first. But then again who knows if my cruise will even be sailing at this rate! Kind of annoying they didn't notify people with existing Sterling reservations of the change.

Didn’t you know the steak house was just a cordoned off portion of the buffet with tablecloths ?  That ship has never had a stand alone steak house 

14 minutes ago, memoak said: Didn’t you know the steak house was just a cordoned off portion of the buffet with tablecloths ?  That ship has never had a stand alone steak house 

Yep I sure did! We typically sail Royal class ships and love the Crown Grill concept there. While obviously a cordoned off area at the back of the buffet doesn't have the same ambiance, we wanted to give Sterling a try on Sapphire since it's the same menu, and being we will be in Alaska, we looked at the large windows as being a positive in spite of the less than perfect location. In addition to that, it's only 1 of 2 specialty dining options on board so we couldn't afford to be too picky.

My comments were expressing my disappointment in booking the Sterling Steakhouse and it switching to an entirely different restaurant concept without any communication from Princess about the change.

36 minutes ago, Auntiejo said: Same here - and I'd never have known if I hadn't read about it on the Sapphire propulsion thread. We had 2 Sterling reservations for our 6/8 sailing - not a fan of churrascaria at all and there were comments somewhere about sides and salads being at the buffet - WHAT?! I'll probably end up canceling the reservations once on board but do want to check the menu first. But then again who knows if my cruise will even be sailing at this rate! Kind of annoying they didn't notify people with existing Sterling reservations of the change.

Which sailing are you on? I’m on 5/25

3 minutes ago, dizgal64 said: Which sailing are you on? I’m on 5/25

I'm happy with the change. I've heard about cruise ship steaks being mostly subpar and a cordoned off area of buffet seating seems pretty cheesy to me. Besides, I can cook a delicious steak on my Traeger at home whenever but I can't have 5 different cooked meats brought to me tableside at home. I'll go with an open mind. And FWIW I'm on Sapphire 6/1 and expect her to be running full steam by then. 

3 hours ago, Auntiejo said: Same here - and I'd never have known if I hadn't read about it on the Sapphire propulsion thread. We had 2 Sterling reservations for our 6/8 sailing - not a fan of churrascaria at all and there were comments somewhere about sides and salads being at the buffet - WHAT?! I'll probably end up canceling the reservations once on board but do want to check the menu first. But then again who knows if my cruise will even be sailing at this rate! Kind of annoying they didn't notify people with existing Sterling reservations of the change.

I doubt the sides and salads are at the same buffet the common people use.

2 minutes ago, BlerkOne said: I doubt the sides and salads are at the same buffet the common people use.

Yes, it is. People on the Diamond reported it in this forum. The waiters get the sides just from Horizon Court galley. And so is the beef.

Menu and photos from Diamond Churrascaria.

** Not my photos. Courtesy of Keith Harris, from FB**

33 minutes ago, EDVM96 said: Yes, it is. People on the Diamond reported it in this forum. The waiters get the sides just from Horizon Court galley. And so is the beef.  

Sharing a kitchen makes sense, don't ya think? But that is much different than sharing a buffet line.

Just now, BlerkOne said: Sharing a kitchen makes sense, don't ya think? But that is much different than sharing a buffet line.

Without alternative up there on Lido deck, that's for sure. But several people in this forum reported chaos and they got their sides after they finished the main (Diamond). Waiters walkways too long maybe. Even if they do not stand in the lines.

1 minute ago, EDVM96 said: Without alternative up there on Lido deck, that's for sure. But several people in this forum reported chaos and they got their sides after they finished the main (Diamond). Waiters walkways too long maybe. Even if they do not stand in the lines.  

I didn't notice any chaos in the pictures. Or lines. I think likely there is a learning curve on something that just started. 

There certainly seems to be resentment by some on the change, perhaps coupled with the propulsion issues. The Lido location is the same as what the steakhouse had, common kitchen and all 

Personally, I like the looks of the menu and am looking forward to trying.

27 minutes ago, reedprincess said: Menu and photos from Diamond Churrascaria. ** Not my photos. Courtesy of Keith Harris, from FB**    

Thank you. Pictures certainly clear some things up. Looks good to me 

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PRINCESS CRUISES – SAPPHIRE PRINCESS: WHERE TO EAT

Hello my lovely readers!

I sailed on the beautiful Sapphire Princess just after its refurbishment was completed back in 2018 and I cannot believe how long it took me to get this post out!

But it is finally here. There are plenty of public areas, restaurants, pools and more on the Sapphire Princess that I want to highlight and talk about. Therefore, I am breaking up the ship tour into several posts, starting with the eating venues and restaurants to give you an idea of where to eat.

Please be aware though that the prices and opening times are based on the cruise I took back in October 2018. Therefore they may be subject to change.

Let’s dive right in and start with the dining options that are included in your cruise fare, free of charge to you.

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE

Anytime dining.

On the Sapphire Princess anytime dining is offered between 5:30 pm and 9.30 pm everyday in four different dining venues. This means guests have the freedom to eat between that set time whenever they want in one of those venues and with whom they want. These four venues are:

The Vivaldi Dining Room

The Savoy Dining Room

The Pacific Moon Dining Room

The Santa Fe Dining Room

I really liked the idea of having different dining venues to chose from. They are all unique and differently themed. If one was a bit more popular than another one and you did not want to queue up, you could just go to one of the other three venues. The dinner menu is the same in all four restaurants.

• Location: Vivaldi & Savoy Dining Rooms are on deck 5 – Plaza, Midship and Pacific Moon & Santa Fe Dining Rooms are on deck 6 – Fiesta, Midship
• Opening Time: 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
• International Dining Room

The other evening dining option, apart from eating in the Horizon Court Buffet, is traditional dining, better known as fixed time dining. This means that everyday you are going to eat in the same venue, at the same time, with the same people and get served by the same waitstaff. There are two seatings, one early and one late for dinner.

You can also enjoy breakfast and lunch in the International Dining Room, which you will need to order and that will be served to your table. This option is available to all guests. The International Dining Room is basically a restaurant with table service for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

I wish I had pictures of this venue, but unfortunately I do not. The room was closed when I went around the ship on the last day to take pictures of all the venues, spaces, pools and so on.

• Location: Deck 6 – Fiesta, Aft
• Opening Time: Breakfast 7 am to 9 am, Lunch 12 pm to 1:30 pm, Dinner 5:45 pm and 8:15 pm (1st and 2nd Seating)
• Alfredo’s Pizzeria

Next up we have Alfredo’s Pizzeria, where I personally ate a few times. This is like a little pizza restaurant next to the atrium and a really nice setting. The pizzas are freshly prepared every single day and if you fancy you can even watch the chef preparing and making your pizza due to the open kitchen design.

• Location: Deck 5 – Plaza, Midship
• Opening Time: 11 am to 10 pm
• International Café

If you fancy a little nibble or are peckish between meals, you can come to the International Café on deck 5 – Plaza, which is open 24/7. Depending on the time of the day, different nibbles, snacks, soups, treats and desserts are served.

In the morning you will find a continental breakfast selection, for lunch you can expect to find a variety of sandwiches, quiches, salads and even soup and at night you can indulge in some of the super tasty desserts Princess Cruises offers.

• Opening Time: 24 Hours
• Horizon Court

Horizon Court is the main eating venue and is setup as a buffet throughout the day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In between meals guests can also find a selection of sandwiches, cookies and tasty desserts.

On some days, lunch can have a theme. For example, during my sailing we had a German themed lunch with Sauerkraut, Leberkaese and so on. On another day “Sushi” was prepared as part of the buffet selection.

The buffet was a bit smaller than on other ships of its size that I have been on, but nonetheless there was still enough choice and a variety of selection.

• Location: Deck 14 – Lido, Aft
• Opening Times: Continental Breakfast 5 am to 6 am, Breakfast 6 am to 11.30 am, Lunch 11.30 am to 3 pm, Light Snack 3 pm to 5.30 pm, Dinner 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm

Prego Pizzeria, Trident Grill and Swirls

Also on deck 14 – Lido, there are three more eateries around the Neptune’s Reef and Pool to grab a quick and more fast food style bite.

At Prego Pizzeria you can grab a few pizza slices such as Pizza Margherita or Pepperoni, something very simple. If you fancy a more special pizza with a few more toppings, you really need to go to Alfredo’s Pizzeria.

The Trident Grill is on the other side of Prego Pizzeria and offers burgers, fries and hot dogs. Both venues are really great if you fancy a quick bite, are too lazy to go to the buffet and have kids.

Also, on the same deck is Swirls. Here you can get some ice cream, prefect during those hot weather sailings. I went there often after coming back from land to cool down, while enjoying a tasty treat at the same time. At an additional cost, people can also order sundaes from Swirls if they prefer something more indulgent.

• Location: Deck 14 Lido, Midship
• Opening Times: 11 am to 10:30 pm (weather permitting)
• Room Service

And last but not least we have room service, which is 24/7 and complimentary. You can enjoy breakfast in bed or perhaps you missed dinner and really need something to eat late at night.

Room service is a great way to enjoy a meal while staying in, in the comfort of your cabin. It can be a life saver when you really need to grab a bite to eat and it allows you to order that chocolate cake that you had for dinner, but just cannot forget about and want some more of. Hey, you are on vacation after all!

Culinary Collaborations

I would also like to point out that Princess Cruises collaborates with a few award-winning chefs to serve dishes and creations to its guests that are something special.

Chef Curtis Stone and master chocolatier Norman Love designed specific dishes and desserts exclusively for Princess Cruises that can be enjoyed in the Main Dining Rooms. The super tasty and so pretty to look at chocolate creations can also be savoured at Horizon Court. The specific dishes and desserts are marked on the evening menus so you know about them.

I had this chocolate heart from the Chocolate Journey’s programme and it was one of the nicest desserts I had during my sailing. It was so pretty to look at, creamy, chocolatey and just a joy to eat. It was gone in no time!

SPECIALITY DINING AT AN ADDITIONAL COST

I personally have not been to any of the speciality restaurants on board the Sapphire Princess. To be honest with you, I never eat in one at sea.

The food that is already included in the cruise fare is great and there is so much to choose from that I do not feel the need to spend extra money on a restaurant visit. Moreover, you can find elaborated and unique dishes in the normal restaurants as well such as lobster tail, a nice steak or even escargot.

I understand why people like to spend that extra money, for example to celebrate an anniversary or birthday or perhaps the restaurant offers a unique or premium meat cut. But that is not for me.

Still, here are the speciality dining options offered on board the Sapphire Princess.

• Sabatini’s

I passed this restaurant a few times and I really love the interior. I am an old school girl and love those old settings with paintings, wood finishing and pillars. Sabatini’s is the Italian speciality restaurant offering Italian wines, different pasta dishes, desserts and more celebrating all things Italian.

• Location: Deck 7 – Promenade, Aft
• Opening Time: 5:30 pm to 10 pm
• Cover Charge: $29 per person
• Sterling Steakhouse

Another speciality restaurant on board is the Sterling Steakhouse and of course as the name suggests, plenty of steak options are on the menu. Here you can find premium steak cuts including New York strip steak, Porterhouse and Filet Mignon. However, the Sterling Steakhouse also offers a seafood selection including tiger prawns and sea bass. Therefore, this might appeal to the meat and fish lovers among you.

Again, I do apologise for the missing pictures. I am learning from my mistakes and I promise to do better next time and really get pictures from all the venues. Spoiler, I do not have pictures of the rest of the speciality restaurants either! Sorry.

Crab Shack is a popup speciality restaurant, at least that is what I am going to call it. The Sterling Steakhouse venue was not just used as a Steakhouse, but also served as the Crab Shack venue. I can only assume that this was something like a two in one restaurant and that guests could eat seafood or a steak.

• Chef’s Table

A very exclusive and different dining option is the Chef’s Table Experience. This special dining option offers guests the opportunity to take part in a tour of the ship’s galley. They get a behind the scenes glimpse of what is going on in the kitchen during the busy dinner time.

Guests get to enjoy pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley while observing how dishes are created. Next, the executive chef will explain the special dinner menu created for those guests participating in the Chef’s Table Experience before they get escorted to a designated table where they will enjoy the main course. Each couple will also receive a copy of the Princess’ best-selling cookbook “Courses, A Culinary Journey”, a handwritten copy of their special dinner menu as well as a picture of the night.

This seems to be a very popular experience as this is only open to up to 10 guests on selected nights during sailings and can only be booked onboard.

• Cover Charge: $95 per person
• Balcony Dining

Fancy a luxurious breakfast or romantic dinner with a view from your own private balcony for just the two of you? No problem, Princess Cruises offers a Balcony Dining Experience.

The dinner experience seems to be rather nice and includes one cocktail per person with hors d’oeuvres, one flower bouquet, four course menu as well as one picture 8×10 and half a bottle of Champagne per couple.

• Location: Selected Balcony Cabins
• Opening Time: Breakfast 7 am to 11 am, Dinner 5:30 pm to 10 pm
• Cover Charge: Deluxe Breakfast $45 per couple, Four Course Dinner $100 per couple

You want to be casual and eat whenever you want to? Go to the Horizon Court Buffet. At night you prefer to dress up and get ready, but want to eat whenever you want to? Go for Anytime Dining. Or are you celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary and want to celebrate the occasion? Book a table in one of the speciality restaurants.

Overall, there are plenty of different dining options and eating venues on board the Sapphire Princess. There is simply something for everyone.

Dining Options Included In Cruise Fare:

• Anytime Dining (Santa Fe, Savoy, Pacific Moon or Vivaldi Dining Room)
• Prego Pizzeria
• Trident Grill

Speciality Dining At An Additional Cost:

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Oh wow, the dining experience upon this cruise looks fabulous!!

My favourite dining venues must have been Alfredo’s Pizzeria and the Vivaldi Dining Room. I just love those classic looking restaurants and my partner does, too. Although the Santa Fe Dining Room was great as well. We had Afternoon Tea there one time, which was nice. Definitely plenty to choose from 🙂

such a glorious choice of indoor dining it looks out of this world!

Normally you only get to dine in one restaurant for dinner when you have anytime dining and your time dining. Having four different restaurants to choose from was definitely great and a bonus.

You did a better job of explaining the options than what I could find on the Princess website, so thank you so much. We leave in 3 days and this article was very helpful. We did book Sabatini’s Italian to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday and his heritage is Italian. I had no idea that all the main dining rooms have the same menu.

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Hi Gael, thank you so much for your kind comment. I’m so glad it was helpful. Sorry for the late reply. I hope you enjoyed your trip!

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The Antarctic Peninsula is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica, located at the base of the Southern Hemisphere.At the surface, it is the biggest, most prominent peninsula in Antarctica as it extends 1,300 km (810 miles) from a line between Cape Adams (Weddell Sea) and a point on the mainland south of Eklund Islands. Beneath the ice sheet which covers it, the Antarctic Peninsula consists of a string of bedrock islands; these are separated by deep channels whose bottoms lie at depths considerably below current sea level. They are joined together by a grounded ice sheet. Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of South America, lies only about 1,000 km (620 miles) away across the Drake Passage.The Antarctic Peninsula is currently dotted with numerous research stations and nations have made multiple claims of sovereignty. The peninsula is part of disputed and overlapping claims by Argentina, Chile and the United Kingdom. None of these claims have international recognition and, under the Antarctic Treaty System, the respective countries do not attempt to enforce their claims. The British claim is recognised though by Australia, France, New Zealand and Norway. Argentina has the most bases and personnel stationed on the peninsula. The first sighting of Antarctic Peninsula is contested but it apparently occurred in the 1820s. Agreement on this name by the US-ACAN and UK-APC in 1964 resolved a long-standing difference involving use of the American name, Palmer Peninsula, and the British name, Graham Land, for this feature. Graham Land is now restricted to that part of Antarctic Peninsula northward of a line between Cape Jeremy and Cape Agassiz; Palmer Land to the part southward of that line. In Chile, it is oficially referred as O´Higgins Land, after the Chilean patriot and Antarctic visionary. The other Spanish countries call it "Península Antártica", among them is Argentina: it has got more bases and people there than any other nation. The peninsula is highly mountainous, its highest peaks rising to approximately 2,800 metres (9,186 feet). These mountains are considered to be a continuation of the Andes of South America, with a submarine spine connecting the two. Since the peninsula has the mildest climate in Antarctica, the highest concentration of research stations on the continent can be found there, or on the many nearby islands. (Source Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia)

Stanley/Falklands

Stanley is a picturesque town of about 1700 people. Brightly colored wriggly-tin roofs contrast strikingly with the grays and browns of the surrounding hills. The town is named after Lord Stanley, Secretary of State for the Colonies 1841 - 1844. He ordered the main settlement to be removed from Port Louis to the Port Jackson area and Governor Richard Clement Moody completed the move and took up official residence in Stanley on the 15th July 1844. Your first point of call should be the newly completed Jetty Center - situated just off the Public Jetty, this is where you'll get all the information you'll need on what to do, how to get about and where to stay. For anyone interested in history, a visit to Stanley will be a rich and rewarding experience. A maritime history trail around the harbor leads you to famous wrecks. Old stone cottages mingle with wriggly-tin houses - there are the amazing Jubilee Villas - a piece of British Victorian suburbia in the South Atlantic and the Chelsea Pensioners houses in Pioneer row (brought here in the late 1840's). There are also more recent reminders of the conflict in 1982 - Stanley may be small but it is filled with interest. Your visit would not be complete without a visit to the museum in Holdfast Road (so called because it was here on the 14th June 1982 that Maj. Gen. Sir Jeremy Moore ordered his troops to 'hold fast' until he had negotiated the Argentine surrender. The museum is packed with a huge variety of exhibits ranging from an 1896 Symphonium to whalebones. The stated objective of the museum is to present a taste of the many aspects of the Falklands' rich and varied history including Domestic, Maritime, Social, Military and Natural History - it is not to be missed!

Home to almost 50% of the nation's population, Montevideo is a modern metropolis with a historical old town dating back to colonial times. Surrounding the whole city lies an uninterrupted stretch of white sandy beach. Highlights include Ciudad Vieja (Old Town) with its 18th century buildings, the vibrant Mercado del Puerto, and the bustling commercial activity of Avenida 18 de Julio and its cultural offerings (theatres, museums and art galleries)

Onboard the Sapphire Princess

Sapphire Princess

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• Year Built: 2004
• Year Refurbished: 2018

Double Occupancy Capacity: 2674

Swim in one of four sparkling pools, shop the boutiques or get a massage in the Lotus Spa®. Dine casually on pizza and burgers or more elegantly in one of the many formal dining rooms and specialty restaurants. And with nearly 750 balcony staterooms, there's a room with a view for you.

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Onboard Activities

Activities & services (included in cruise).

Show Lounge

• Disco/Nightclub
• Game Arcade
• Movies Under the Stars®
• Theater/Show Lounge
• Beauty Salon
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Classes
• Miniature Golf
• Pool - Adults Only
• Pool - Children's
• Pool - Outdoor
• Pool - Indoor
• Sports Facilities
• Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
• Art Gallery
• Bars/Lounges
• Children's Indoor Play Area
• Children's Outdoor Play Area
• Educational Classes
• Organized Age Specific Activities
• Teen Center or Disco
• Teen Programs
• Business Center
• Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
• Infirmary/Medical Center
• Religious Services
• Self-Service Laundromat
• Wedding/Vow Renewal

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

• Full-Service Spa
• Spa Services/Massage
• Sauna/Steam Room
• Educational Programs
• Internet Center
• Babysitting
• Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service

Dining Room

Main Dining

International Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Pacific Moon Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Santa Fe Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Savoy Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Vivaldi Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Specialty Dining

Chef’s Table Experience:  Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. This restaurant is available for an additional cost. Limited capacity, reservations required.

Sabatini's℠:  An upscale authentic Italian dining experience in a remarkable eight-course meal. The menu features both local seafood specialties and other regional favorites. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Sterling Steakhouse℠:  An upscale and more refined approach to the traditional steakhouse, this venue features some of the best, most tender cuts of beef, such as New York and porterhouse, plus a prime rib carving station. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Vines:  Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, like Opus One, Super Tuscans, fine sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. The menu also includes wine flights and a selection of wines by the glass.

Alfredo's Pizzeria

Casual Dining

Alfredo's Pizzeria:  This charming sit-down venue offers an enticing menu of freshly prepared individual-size pizzas along with beer and wines by the glass. The open kitchen design allows you to watch as the chefs create pizza by hand and serve them straight out of the oven.

Chocolate Journeys℠:  There are few foods that inspire as much passion as chocolate, and master chocolatier Norman Love has designed some of the most decadent, hand-crafted treats exclusively for Princess' Chocolate Journeys℠ program. Trained in France, and named the Inaugural Inductee into the Chocolatier Hall of Fame by Dessert Professional Magazine, Chef Love combined premium quality chocolate with unique flavors and artful designs to mastermind his exclusive creations found throughout the ship.

Crafted by Curtis Stone:  In the Main Dining Room, savor fresh new cuisine designed by award-winning Chef Curtis Stone during every voyage. Personal reflections on the menu by Chef Stone elaborate on each "Crafted" selection, prepared with the most authentic ingredients. Be enticed by dishes featuring delicious meats and seafood, fresh produce and vibrant, bold flavors.

Horizon Court:  Horizon Court offers a buffet 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.

International Café:  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.

Trident Grill:  Follow your nose to the Trident Grill where the burgers are flipping and the hotdogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.

Room Service:  Call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® MedallionClass® 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 per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. To order, guests can press the "Room Service" button on their stateroom phone, or order through OceanNow®.

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Inside Stateroom

Ocean view stateroom, balcony stateroom, suite stateroom.

Staterooms feature a refrigerator, spacious closet and bathroom with shower.

Interior (Category: IA)

Category: IA Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IB)

Category: IB Approximately 168 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IC)

Category: IC Approximately 168 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: ID)

Category: ID Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IE)

Category: IE Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IF)

Category: IF Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Nicely-appointed staterooms feature a picture window, spacious closet and bathroom with shower.

Premium Oceanview (Category: O5)

Category: O5 Approximately 200 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a forward-facing cabin for memorable views.

Oceanview (Category: OC)

Category: OC Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (Category: OF)

Category: OF Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OV)

Category: OV Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OW)

Category: OW Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OY)

Category: OY Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OZ)

Category: OZ Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Staterooms feature a private balcony, spacious walk-in closet, desk and bathroom with shower.

Premium Balcony (Category: B2)

Category: B2 Approximately 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Premium Balcony (Category: B4)

Category: B4 Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides dramatic wake views from a rear-facing private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BA)

Category: BA Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BB)

Category: BB Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BC)

Category: BC Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BD)

Category: BD Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BE)

Category: BE Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BF)

Category: BF Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Features private balcony and sitting room, two TVs, walk-in closet and bathroom with tub and shower.

Premium Club Class Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: M1)

Category: M1 Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: MB)

Category: MB Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: MD)

Category: MD Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: ME)

Category: ME Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Grand Suite with Balcony (Category: S1)

Category: S1 Approximately 1,329 sq. ft. including balcony, the Grand Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Owner's Suite with Balcony (Category: S2)

Category: S2 Approximately 692 sq. ft. including balcony, the Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Penthouse Suite with Balcony (Category: S3)

Category: S3 Approximately 525 to 572 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Penthouse Suite with Balcony (Category: S4)

Category: S4 Approximately 555 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Premium Suite with Balcony (Category: S5)

Category: S5 Approximately 705 sq. ft. including balcony, the Premium Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Vista Suite with Balcony (Category: S6)

Category: S6 Approximately 525 to 548 sq. ft. including balcony, the Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Two-Bedroom Family Suite with Balcony (Category: S8)

Category: S8 Approximately 613 sq. ft. including balcony, the Two Bedroom Family Suite features 2 bedrooms to accommodate up to 6 passengers. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

• Ship Name: Sapphire Princess
• Year Entered Present Fleet: 2004
• Ship Class: Diamond
• Maximum Capacity: 2,670
• Number of Passenger Decks: 18
• Number of Crew: 1,100
• Officers' Nationality: British/Italian
• Ocean-View without Balcony: 216
• Ocean-View with Balcony: 522
• Total Inside Staterooms: 366
• Tonnage (GRT): 115,875
• Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,674
• Country of Registry: Bermuda
• Total Staterooms: 1,337
• Suites with Balcony: 214
• Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International

Available Dates & Prices

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An outstanding luxury cruise experience with an exceptional level of attention to detail. Expect superb service from all levels of officers and staff.

A very good quality all-around cruise experience aboard a ship that offers a range of facilities and services.

A decent, unpretentious cruise experience, with a moderate amount of space and quality in furnishing and fittings.

A modest quality cruise experience with less attention to detail and service.

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Ultimate Guide to Princess Cruises Drinks Prices & Menus

In this post you’ll find the  Princess Cruises drinks menus and prices , correct as of 2022. Is a drinks package worth it? Making a decision about purchasing a drinks package can be difficult, so this post is designed to help you.

I was fortunate to sail on Sky Princess in August 2021 and April 2022. I took photos of the Princess Cruises drinks menus with prices whilst onboard to help you to plan your budget.

Princess Cruises Drinks Guide

On Princess, drinks can be purchased individually or with a drinks package. Princess Cruises drinks packages can be purchased in advance or within the first two days of getting onboard. If you decide to wait until you get onboard, the beverage package price is added to your onboard account and paid at the end of your cruise.

Take a look at my Complete Guide the Princess Cruises Drinks Packages 2022

There are no advantages to waiting until you get on your cruise to buy the drinks package. The price is the same whether you purchase in advance or on embarkation day.

Instead of a beverage package, you may want to consider Princess Plus or Princess Premier. In almost all cases, Princess Plus offers the best value to cruisers as it includes a drinks package along with WiFi and crew gratuities/incentives.

Take a look at my guide to Princess Plus to find out when it might not be the best choice.

Princess Premier is a new package that has been introduced in 2022 so I’d recommend taking a look at my breakdown of what’s included in the Princess Premier Package to see if it’s worth it.

This Princess Cruises drinks guide provides you with the individual prices, sourced from bar menus onboard. Although these prices are from Sky Princess, the prices seem to be the same across all Princess Cruises’ ships.

The Plus Beverage Package includes all drinks up to $12, the Premier Beverage Package includes all drinks up to $18. all alcoholic drinks by the glass

If you choose a drink that is greater than the beverage package limit, you must pay the individual drink’s price in full (new change to package rules).

Beer on Princess Cruises

There’s only one non-alcoholic lager available – Heineken 0.0 at $5.50.

Princess Cruises Drinks Menu: Ciders

There are only two ciders available on Princess ships. There are no berry fruit ciders at present on any of the menus.

White Wine List on Princess Cruises

Most of the wine on Princess Cruises can be purchased from the bars by the glass or by the bottle. If you have the Plus or Premier Beverage Packages, wine by the glass is included but you can only get a 25% discount when buying a bottle.

Princess Cruises Drinks Menu: Red Wine List

The best place to enjoy wine on Princess ships is at Vines Wine Bar, usually located on Deck 5 of the Piazza. Here you have access to wines you cannot find anywhere else on the ship.

Red wine prices range from $9 to $21 per glass.

Princess Wine List: Rose Wine

Wine flights from vines wine bar.

If you like to taste a range of different wines, wine flights are available from Vines Wine Bar in the Piazza. Wine flights are not part of the exclusions from the beverage packages are therefore are included in the Plus Package (up to $12) and Premier Package (up to $18).

The Norman Love Wine Flight pairs wine with chocolate for those who love both!

Champagne and Sparkling Wines

Champagne Cocktails

In certain bars you will be able to order Champagne cocktails. It’s more likely the inside bars will do these such as Take Five, Bellini’s and Vines.

Remember, the Plus Beverage Package covers drinks up to $12 and the Premier Beverage Package covers drinks up to $18.

Exclusive to Bellini’s Bar

Princess cruises cocktail list.

Different venues around the ship will offer signature cocktails and therefore not every bar offers the same menu but there are classic cocktails you can get pretty much everywhere.

Frozen Cocktails List on Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises Margarita Menu

Blood Mary Menu

Crown grill cocktails.

Many of the following cocktails can be found in the Crown Grill Bar . You don’t need a reservation in the Crown Grill to use this bar.

Cocktails in Take Five

Take Five is the jazz lounge on Sky Princess and is a great venue to enjoy a drink and jazz music every evening.

Princess Cruises Martini List

The widest selection of martinis can be found in the Crown Grill Bar, Take Five and Crooners.

Mocktails on Princess Cruises

The Princess Cruises drinks list is limited but it’s worth asking the bar staff if you can make a cocktail alcohol free e.g. Virgin Pina Colada, Virgin Bloody Mary.

Mocktails are included in the following beverage packages:

• Premier Beverage Package  ($79.99 USD pppd incl. 18% gratuities)
• Plus Beverage Package  ($70.79 USD pppd incl. 18% gratuities)
• Premier Coffee and Soda Package  ($23.59 USD pppd incl. 18% gratuities)
• Classic Soda Package  ($11.79 USD pppd incl. 18% gratuities)

Scotch Menu on Princess Cruises

The Plus Beverage Package includes all drinks up to $12, the Premier Beverage Package includes all drinks up to $18.

If you choose a drink that is greater than the drinks package limit, you simply pay the difference.

The sodas onboard Princess ships are fountain or cans. Fountain sodas are included in the following beverages packages:

If you have one of these packages, cans of soda are not included but you can get a 25% discount on them.

Bottled Water

Bottled water may or may not be included in your drinks package depending on the size of bottle and the package you have.

A 500ml bottle of natural spring water is included in the Premier and Plus Beverage Packages but is not included in the non-alcoholic beverage packages (a 25% discount is included).

If you choose the Plus or Premier Beverage Package you have a 25% discount on 1 litre bottles of natural spring water.

Coffee and Tea Prices on Princess Cruises

The biggest selection of coffee and tea can be found at the International Cafe in the Piazza. There is a small choice of coffee and tea in the buffet.

These can be ordered in small or large sizes.

Final Thoughts on Princess Cruises Drinks

These  Princess Cruises drinks menus and prices , will hopefully give you a useful way to calculate whether a drinks package is needed.

The majority of the drinks are covered in the Plus Beverage Package and the cheapest option is purchase the Princess Plus add-on package , which includes drinks up to $12, unlimited WiFi and crew appreciation (tips) for $50 / £40 per person per day.

If you don’t plan to drink more than 5 or 6 alcoholic drinks a day you may be better off paying for drinks individually – it all depends on what you like to drink.

Laura is a UK cruise blogger based in Cornwall, UK. She founded Cruise Lifestyle in 2016 to share useful advice about cruising, destinations and food. Last port visited: Bridgetown, Barbados Next port of call: unknown, but she can’t wait for cruising to resume safely!

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Sun princess: the best dining, amenities and more on princess cruises' newest ship.

Sun Princess features an updated layout, delicious new restaurants and plenty of spaces to be entertained.

Sun Princess Review

Courtesy of Princess Cruises

Key Takeaways

• Sun Princess' fresher, more modern design may appeal to a younger crowd than the line normally caters to.
• Incredible dining options abound, including The Catch by Rudi and the new Spellbound dinner and magic show.
• New Cabana Mini-Suites feature indoor-outdoor cabana areas and spacious balconies.

As a travel writer who cruises with all the major lines, I was excited to travel through the Mediterranean on the new Sun Princess cruise ship in May 2024. I traveled with my mother to celebrate her 76th birthday shortly after the new ship's February debut in Rome . The itinerary we sailed was a unique, one-way offering that departed from Athens, Greece , with visits to ports like Bar, Montenegro; Corfu, Greece; and Messina and Naples, Italy .

A true marvel of modern engineering and ship architecture, Sun Princess boasts a maximum guest capacity of 4,300 and room for 1,600 crew. The Sphere-Class vessel is 1,133 feet long and 200 feet high, with a breadth of 139 feet and 21 total decks. There are 2,157 staterooms, including 80 unique suites with extra space for guests.

Standout features include a three-floor main dining area, the Princess Arena with capacity for 990 guests and a 250-person entertainment space known as The Dome. Read on to learn everything there is to know about the Sun Princess cruise ship, including my own take on the dining and entertainment options available to cruisers.

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Sun Princess itineraries for 2024 and 2025

Holly Johnson

While Sun Princess is scheduled to cruise the Mediterranean through September 2024, the ship will cross the Atlantic on its way to Fort Lauderdale, Florida , by October for the winter cruise season.

From this new homeport, Sun Princess will offer seven-day Caribbean cruises with the stops in Honduras, Belize , Mexico, the Bahamas , the Dominican Republic, and Turks & Caicos through March 2025.

Sun Princess will then embark on a 14-day Spanish Passage voyage in March 2025, which ends in Barcelona, Spain , and repositions the ship for its summer in the Mediterranean. At that point, cruisers can book a range of lengthy Mediterranean options over various dates, which include stops in Turkey, Greece, Montenegro, Italy, France, Spain and more.

Who should sail on Sun Princess?

While most people may think of Princess Cruises as a cruise line for baby boomers, Sun Princess aims to attract a younger, livelier crowd. This is immediately apparent when walking around the ship's common areas; Sun Princess boasts bold color schemes, endless windows, sparkling lights and a more modern central piazza than other Princess ships.

While my Mediterranean sailing largely consisted of adult travelers, Sun Princess will likely attract more families on its Caribbean itineraries. The ship's layout is ideal for parents with children of all ages, and amenities geared specifically toward kids abound. It all starts with the ship's Park19 family area, which features a huge climbing structure, a splash zone, a recreational court, a jogging court and more. Sun Princess also has three dedicated youth clubs: Firefly Park Kids Club (ages 3 to 7, with a separate play area for babies and toddlers 6 months and older), Neon Grove Tweens Club (ages 8 to 12) and The Underground Teen Lounge (ages 13 to 17).

What's interesting about Sun Princess is that it still has so much to offer more mature travelers, including couples who want to enjoy a romantic, upscale vacation. This is shown in the ship's elevated dining venues, expansive casino and luxurious spa. Sun Princess also offers the Sanctuary Collection of rooms and suites, which offer more amenities and spaces to relax on the ship.

Travelers who book a room in the Sanctuary Collection get their pick of a nicer selection of rooms, a premium beverage package, access to a private restaurant and pool deck and a more personalized experience overall. Think of the Sanctuary Collection suites as an alternative to MSC Cruises Yacht Club cabins – the biggest difference being that the venues available to cruisers in these cabins are spread throughout the ship.

The stateroom

I stayed in one of the new Cabana Mini-Suites on the Sun Princess, which I would book again in a heartbeat. These rooms are a take on the classic balcony cabin most cruisers expect, but with a twist. In addition to an outdoor balcony, Cabana Mini-Suites have a separate indoor-outdoor cabana-like area with a flat-screen television.

This extra space means the new Cabana Mini-Suites are much longer from one end to the other than a traditional balcony stateroom. The additional space is nice to have whether you want more room for storage or a separate place to read or relax while your cabinmate naps. My mom sat in our cabana area and read several times while I showered and got ready for dinner, and she even took a nap out there while I worked on my computer in our stateroom.

Regardless of the stateroom you book, know that Sun Princess cabins feature soft, neutral tones and plenty of closet space. Power outlets are abundant, and there are all kinds of nooks and crannies for storage. Cabin types on Sun Princess include the following:

Interior Cabins (136 to 145 square feet)

Basic interior rooms offer a queen bed or two small twin beds, a flat-panel television, a refrigerator, and a private bathroom with a shower. These are the most affordable cabins on the ship, and they work best for guests who just want a place to relax and sleep.

Premium Oceanview (212 square feet)

Ocean-view cabins have slightly more space than interior rooms, but they still lack a balcony. These rooms feature a queen bed or two twin configurations, a large flat-screen television, a refrigerator, and more floor and storage space.

Deluxe Balcony (235 square feet, including balcony)

Balcony cabins offer more space than ocean-view rooms due to the addition of a spacious balcony with outdoor seating. Balcony cabins can also come in a queen bed or two twin configuration and have a large flat-screen television, a refrigerator, and more floor and storage space.

Mini-Suite (303 square feet, including balcony)

Mini-Suites are essentially large balcony cabins with more storage space, more closet space and more floor space. These rooms have all the amenities of other cabins but include two flat-screen televisions (one for the bedroom area and another for couch viewing).

Cabana Mini-Suite (329 square feet, including balcony and cabana)

These rooms add the indoor-outdoor space of the cabana adjacent to the outdoor balcony. The cabana area has seating for several people and its own flat-screen television (in addition to the in-room TV).

Signature Suites (304 to 636 square feet, including balcony)

Signature Suites range in size and include larger balconies with premium furniture, two flat-screen televisions, a more spacious bathroom with a separate tub and shower, and dedicated sleeping and living areas.

Signature Sky Suites (1,262 square feet, including balcony)

Princess Cruises Signature Sky Suites are the largest staterooms across all Princess vessels, and they have all the bells and whistles you can imagine. Standout features of Sky Suites include separate living and dining areas; huge, luxurious bathrooms; and Nespresso coffee machines.

(Note: Sanctuary Collection rooms are dotted throughout the ship and consist of balcony-, mini-suite- and suite-category accommodations.)

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Best amenities on Sun Princess

Since my itinerary on the Sun Princess cruise ship included multiple port stops, I didn't get to experience everything the ship had to offer. However, what I did experience was worth it – from the nonstop entertainment in the piazza to over-the-top dining features. Some of my standout experiences include:

Part dinner and part magic show, Spellbound by Magic Castle is bookable for an additional charge. The experience begins with a small group dinner with drink pairings, then moves to a hidden bar area of the ship, where the magic begins. The bar itself features magical artifacts and vintage curiosities, a "ghost" pianist, and an incredible drink menu designed to wow and delight guests. Some drinks were served in cages, golden owls and elaborate chests with dry ice.

Magic came in the form of intriguing card tricks and disappearing acts at the bar, plus a separate stage area where crowd participation helped facilitate the illusions. I don't want to give anything more than that away – you must simply experience it for yourself. Though I thought Spellbound was slightly cheesy at times, I thoroughly enjoyed the dinner and show and feel it was worth the added cost.

The Dome on the Sun Princess is part pool area and part stage. Guests can swim in a unique indoor-outdoor pool by day and watch entertainers dance in the evening, with alluring lighting effects and a cozy, intimate atmosphere.

I watched an acrobatics show in The Dome from the comfort of a padded lounge chair and thought the venue was the place to be.

Princess Arena 

The Princess Arena is a circular stage area that holds up to 990 guests. Shows on offer include multifaceted stage productions and acrobatic features with plenty of surprises.

Fitness center

The Sun Princess' fitness center was huge and featured a range of treadmills, stair climbers, weights and machines to choose from. I never had trouble securing a treadmill at any time, even though I've had to wait and fight crowds for machines on other cruise ships.

I also loved the expansive walking track on the ship, which was constantly in use by both serious exercisers and cruisers walking leisurely to enjoy the views. I used the walking track every morning for at least an hour; I found it much more spacious and usable than other ship walking tracks, which are often congested and never quite wide enough.

The ship also features a Fitness Studio with guided classes, but I did not use it during my trip.

Sun Princess features five large pools and nine hot tubs. There are two pools on the lido deck, plus an indoor-outdoor pool in The Dome, a Sanctuary pool (for Sanctuary Collection guests only) and a wake-view infinity pool.

Medallion services

Princess MedallionClass is one of the coolest and most convenient amenities at sea. In place of a traditional cruise card, Princess gives you a small wearable device to bring with you around the ship and on shore. The medallion tracks your physical location on the ship, which allows you to order services and deliveries on board no matter where you are. Medallion delivery options range from food and drinks to extra pillows or bottled water.

I ordered room service through my medallion multiple times and hot, fresh food arrived in my cabin in less than 20 minutes. Meanwhile, drinks were delivered to our cabin and elsewhere on the ship in less than five minutes.

MedallionNet

Princess' Wi-Fi at sea (MedallionNet) is the fastest internet service I have ever used on a cruise ship. The internet was fast and reliable enough for me to complete some work while on board, which is not the norm on cruise ships.

Best dining venues Sun Princess

Sun Princess features 30 dining and bar options, many of which are included in the base cruise fare. Complimentary dining venues on Sun Princess include three traditional dining rooms, The Eatery (a take on the classic buffet, but with staff service), a café for coffee and light bites, The Lido (serving up salads, pizza and more) and the Promenade Dining grill.

Specialty dining options for an extra charge range from O'Malley's Irish Pub to a sushi spot to steak, seafood and Italian restaurants. For an extra special experience, head to Love by Britto to indulge in fine dining, or opt for Umai hot pot or teppanyaki venues. Meanwhile, bars on Sun Princess include Bellini's Cocktail Bar, Sea View Bar, The MIX and more.

My personal favorite dining experiences included:

My Spellbound dinner was excellent, even though the menu is fairly brief. I enjoyed a delicious shrimp cocktail and seafood entree, followed by a vegan dessert (I'm allergic to dairy and the ship happily accommodated). What stood out for me with Spellbound, at least food-wise, was the eclectic selection of drink pairings offered with the meal. It started with a caprese salad cocktail that tasted like tomatoes and balsamic vinegar in a strange, delicious way, then moved on to the spooky concoctions offered in the Spellbound bar.

Crown Grill

Crown Grill, a specialty dining venue, is not unique to Sun Princess, but it is the cruise line's most popular steakhouse brand. My mom and I had a delicious meal here for her birthday that included a Mediterranean-style spiny lobster cake, Chilean sea bass and a huge (surprise) birthday cake delivered to our table.

The Catch by Rudi

The Catch by Rudi is the ship's specialty dining seafood restaurant. Here, I dined on a delicious shrimp cocktail and the catch of the day (a grilled dorado filet). Everything was fresh and the meal was exceptional from start to finish.

I loved The Eatery, the ship's buffet-style dining option. The main difference between this venue and more traditional cruise ship buffets is that you're served by staff instead of serving yourself, which I prefer. The Eatery featured a rotating selection of exceptional main courses (seafood, chicken, beef and ethnic options), salads, appetizers and delicious desserts. It even had a vegan section and an easy-to-find selection of gluten-free offerings.

Best excursions on Sun Princess

The best excursions on Sun Princess vary depending on where you're going on your cruise – the Caribbean or various Europe destinations. Here's an overview of some excellent excursions offered aboard Sun Princess, a few of which I did myself.

Corfu, Greece 

Catamaran Coastal Cruise & Swim: This easy excursion lets you see Corfu from the sea and get out into the water for some snorkeling and swimming. I picked this excursion so we could relax for one day and avoid a lot of walking, and it delivered. A delicious lunch with an open bar was served on board as we sailed around the island taking in some of Corfu's most beautiful sights.

Naples, Italy

Sorrento & Amalfi Coast Cruise: No trip to this region of Italy is complete without a stop in the Amalfi Coast . This excursion was a long one (eight to nine hours) with lots of walking and bus time, but the views of this dynamic coast and time spent in Amalfi and Sorrento made the travel time well worth it.

Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos

Island Vibes & Beach Swim: This relatively short excursion includes a narrated bus trip throughout the island of Grand Turk, highlighting some of the island's top sights. A beach break at picturesque Governor's Beach is included.

Princess Cays, Bahamas

Princess Cays Coastal Cruise: Princess Cruises' private island offers a range of bookable activities, from banana boat rides to snorkeling tours. This coastal cruise is another option that takes you along the shores of Eleuthera in a 40-foot Reef Princess boat.

Overall impressions of Sun Princess

If you're considering a cruise on Sun Princess, you should know that this isn't your traditional Princess ship. The look and feel of this vessel are younger and livelier compared to other Princess ships I have sailed on. Gone are the hallways filled with cruisers knitting and playing cards; in their place, you'll find dancing, entertainment, music and activities around the clock.

When it comes to Sun Princess dining, every meal I had on board was either very good or excellent. You don't even have to opt for an extra-cost specialty dining venue to get a good meal. The Eatery and the regular dining rooms feature fresh, seasonal foods that are more than enough for the average palate to enjoy.

Caribbean itineraries on offer later this year (and into 2025) start at around $660 per person for an interior cabin, and Princess features an endless roster of sales throughout the year. If you're looking for a new cruising experience and want to give Princess a try (or another chance), Sun Princess is more than worthy of your consideration.

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Holly Johnson is a travel writer who covers all aspects of family travel, including all-inclusive resorts and cruises with both boutique and major cruise brands. Johnson has traveled to more than 50 countries around the world, and she has cruised in destinations throughout the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Arctic Circle, and the Middle East. Johnson works alongside her husband, Greg, who runs the travel agency Travel Blue Book .

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