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The
stunning Sun Princess – the newest, next-level Love Boat from Princess Cruises
– debuted in North America this week, arriving in Ft. Lauderdale after
a successful inaugural Mediterranean season.
A
true engineering marvel, the new 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess was
first introduced in the Mediterranean in February 2024. Award-winning
actress and performer Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the
newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship, serving as godmother during a
star-studded naming ceremony in Barcelona in April.
"As
Sun Princess begins cruising to the Caribbean from Port Everglades,
we look forward to introducing new guests to the most impressive, luxurious and
stunning Love Boat ever created." said John Padgett, Princess
Cruises president. "We are proud to be home-porting this remarkable ship
in Ft. Lauderdale and extend our deep appreciation to Port Everglades
for their ongoing partnership."
Sun
Princess sails a series of seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises,
roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, October 14 through early April
2025.
"As
we welcome Sun Princess to her homeport, we celebrate not just an extraordinary
ship with an elevated design, but also the lovable legacy of Princess Cruises
-- especially to our Greater Ft. Lauderdale community,"
said Joseph Morris, CEO and Port Director of Port Everglades.
"Sailing on Sun Princess is certain to be a SUNsational experience for
cruise guests launching their travels from Port Everglades."
After
Sun Princess' maiden Mediterranean season, guests are raving about the ship's
innovative design elements, unprecedented culinary experiences, showstopping
entertainment, advanced technology and more. In early October, the Condé Nast
Traveler Readers' Choice Awards recognized Sun Princess as #1 Mega
Cruise in the United States. New for the inaugural Caribbean season,
Sun Princess introduces the Sanctuary Collection – the ultimate in quiet luxury
with exclusive access to serene retreats, premium amenities, lush
accommodations and all-inclusive indulgences.
The
Best Foodie Destination at Sea
Sun
Princess serves up 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented
collection of celebrity collaborators, the finest ingredients and culinary
experiences creating the greatest foodie destination at sea. Specialty and
high-end dining experiences on Sun Princess include:
·
Spellbound by Magic Castle: Blending
the captivating world of magic with the art of culinary and mixology to create
an extraordinary, innovative and immersive dining experience, steeped in magic
and adventure.
·
Love by Britto: A high-end
boutique restaurant with the most romantic view from the ship celebrating love
and art from world-renowned artist Romero Britto.
·
Makoto Ocean: Reshaping traditional
sushi with a creative approach, the Master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto
Okuwa brings his 25 years of experience with a new concept crafting
playful, exquisitely presented dishes paying tribute to Japanese traditions.
·
The Butcher's Block by Dario: A new
specialty pop-up restaurant from the world's most famous butcher Dario
Cecchini, guests enjoy perfectly prepared beef and steak, including Cecchini's
signature cuts.
·
The Catch by Rudi: An exceptional
dinner concept from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin showcasing delectable
treasures from the sea.
·
Love Line Premium Liquors Collection: Crafted
in collaboration with renowned celebrities Matthew and Camila McConaughey,
Pitbull, Liev Schreiber, Jason Aldean and Romero Britto,
this exclusive line of wines and spirits promises an unparalleled experience
for guests.
·
Pizza with Tony Gemignani: The
13-time World Pizza Champion and undisputed greatest pizza maker in modern
history, Chef Gemignani has created five unique pizzas for Princess, further
enhancing the line's position as offering the Best Pizza at Sea.
·
Good Spirits at Sea with Rob
Floyd: Destination-inspired, one-of-a-kind cocktail creations from
celebrity mixologist Rob Floyd.
Showstopping
Entertainment in Technically Advanced Spaces
The
Princess Arena is the most technologically advanced theater at sea, offering
showstopping and original productions, including performances in the round. At
night, The Dome astonishes audiences with acrobatic Cirque Èloize performances,
while the Piazza dazzles with a retractable stage and immersive Champagne
Waterfall.
Elevated
& Welcoming Accommodations
Sun
Princess also features the cruise line's largest casino, two-story Lotus
Spa, and an expanded retail space with more than 200 premium brands.
Offering
endless balcony views, Sun Princess holds diverse accommodations to suit every
preference with reimagined staterooms, exceptional suites, the new Sanctuary
Collection, as well as new Cabana Mini-Suites with extra space for secluded
outdoor relaxation.
Rooted
in sustainability, Sun Princess is the first LNG (liquefied natural gas) vessel
for the cruise line, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and features ingenious
energy recovery systems for eco-conscious cruising.
Sun
Princess cruises to the Caribbean and Mediterranean are on sale now.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a
professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by
visiting www.princess.com.
Image
Credit: © Princess Cruises
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