Here Comes the Sun! New Sun Princess Makes North American Debut

Posted on 10/24/2024

Sun Princess has arrived in Ft. Lauderdale for her first winter season after the 4300-guest ship’s inaugural Mediterranean season. The latest “Love Boat” to join the Princess Cruises fleet has arrived in her new homeport, to begin sailing a series of seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises, roundtrip through early April 2025. 

Guests are already raving about Sun Princess’ innovative design, culinary experiences, entertainment, advanced technology and more. 

New for the inaugural Caribbean season, Sun Princess is launching the Sanctuary Collection – the ultimate in quiet luxury with exclusive access to serene retreats, premium amenities, lush accommodations and all-inclusive indulgences. 

Foodie Destination at Sea

Sun Princess serves up 30 restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators and culinary experiences 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 world-famous butcher Dario Cecchini, guests enjoy perfectly prepared beef and steak.
  • The Catch by Rudi: An exceptional dinner concept from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin showcasing treasures from the sea.
  • Love Line Premium Liquors Collection: Exclusive line of wines and spirits crafted in collaboration with celebrities Matthew McConaughey, Pitbull, Liev Schreiber, Jason Aldean and Romero Britto.
  • Pizza with Tony Gemignani: The 13-time World Pizza Champion, 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 Accommodations

Offering endless balcony views, Sun Princess holds diverse accommodations to suit every preference with reimagined staterooms, 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.

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