8-Day European Explorer

A Reel Treat Day or Night

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

A Spectacle of Water Dances to Music

Invite everyone in the family to behold the sight of water as it comes to life during this dazzling outdoor extravaganza. Everyone will ooh and aah as the night sky lights up with a mesmerising spectacle of water dancing to the sounds of music. While brightly coloured lights illuminate the water, you’ll see a captivating show of waltzes, pirouettes and fountains shooting water up to 33 feet high all choreographed to music.

A VISUALLY IMMERSIVE JOURNEY, BREAKING THE CRUISE ENTERTAINMENT PARADIGM!

Pulsing with epic concert production, "Fantastic Journey" is a dazzling spectacle featuring many of today's favourite hit songs. A large cast of talented singers and dancers, lavish costumes, amazing scenery, stunning video and one technical surprise after another provide a feast for the eyes. This show literally leaps off the stage and into the audience making them part of the experience. From dramatic concert numbers, 3D movie scenes, tributes to cultures from around the world and the first cruise line to feature dancing drones on stage, "Fantastic Journey" is a high energy Las Vegas-style show unlike anything else at sea.

Dazzling Entertainment Every Day and Night

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

For Novices, Casual Players, or High Rollers

From gaming lessons to the latest slot machines to prize tournaments, our Casinos offer fun and excitement on the high seas! Up the ante with our posh table games that play by Vegas rules, including blackjack, three–card poker and midi–baccarat or take a few spins at the roulette wheel. For our high rollers, we offer an extensive VIP gaming space with restricted access.

At Night, the Stars Shine Bright on Our Stages

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

Broadway-Style Productions at Sea

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

Lights, Sound, Action!

Ever want to be part of a live television studio audience? Here’s your chance to be part of the fun or go behind-the-scenes of our onboard television shows*. Princess Live! provides non-stop entertainment throughout the day and each evening with interactive culinary shows, live concerts, and late night comedy and game shows. You can also see what it takes to put on a working television show, which airs in your stateroom.

*On select sailings.

Thirst Quenchers for Every Taste

There’s a bar or lounge for just about every mood, each offering a wide array of colourful cocktails, cold brews, stellar wines and more. Tropical and refreshing or complex and ethereal, the spectacular creations prepared by Princess mixologists are celebrated by cocktail aficionados on cruises around the world. Explore a variety of refreshingly different tastes while watching a sunset or dancing to the latest tunes.

Enjoy an Endless Variety of Activities

Seating over 300 people, the Vista Lounge at the aft of the ship offers ample comfortable seating for quality time with family and friends over tea, plus 16 mahjong tables (some tables featuring advanced technology with 4-way tile distribution and automatic tile shuffling and organisation)! Here, you’ll also enjoy comedians, illusionists, and musicians performing on the large stage, as well as instructor-led classes and line dances.

Tax and Duty-free Shopping

It's no surprise The Shops of Princess are awarded "Best Onboard Shopping" from Porthole magazine year after year. You'll find designer brand shops from Cartier, BVLGARI and Chopard, as well as luxury watches from OMEGA, Blancpain and Gucci. Plus, look forward to a range of fine merchandise from brands like Swarovski, Chanel, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Lancôme and Calvin Klein, in addition to local crafts and keepsakes. And everyday tax– and duty–free savings can add up to as much as 30% off suggested U.S. retail prices.

Unparalleled Views of the Sea

A dramatic over-the-ocean glass walkway, the SeaWalk® is the first of its kind at sea. At 60 feet long, cantilevered 128 feet above the waves and extending 28 feet beyond the edge of the ship, it affords thrilling vistas of the ever-changing seascape. Just as the Captain can look through glass panels in the floor of the bridge, passengers can now share in that breathtaking experience. Across the ship, the SeaView Bar goes one step further with a glass panelled floor and drinks prepared during exciting shows with flair.

Take Home a Unique Photo Keepsake

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

Keep in Touch While Cruising at Sea

Our Internet Café is filled with computers so it’s easy to access your mail account or browse the Internet for world news, sports and stock trading. Or bring your own electronic devices and access the Internet through our improved onboard wireless service. The Internet Café is open 24 hours a day. For those looking to absorb more traditional media, our onboard library is fully stocked with up to 2,000 books, many specifically tailored to your itinerary as well as the classics and best sellers.

Well-presented Space Offers Intriguing Works

If you have a strong passion for fine art then stroll into our appointed gallery. If you have a passion for collecting art, then be sure to attend one of our art auctions. Our exciting Champagne Art Auctions give you the chance to view and bid on a wide range of fine art, including pieces by famous artists like Thomas Kinkade, Peter Max, and Michael Godard. There is no charge to attend these lively events.

The Ship’s Heart and Soul

The inviting piazza-style grand Atrium shines as the stunning centrepiece of each ship, the epicentre of luxury, excitement and fun. Stop by anytime, day or night, to find musicians, jugglers, acrobats, food carvers and a variety of other performers. Soaring multi-stories with a circular marble floor, stained-glass dome and magnificent floating staircase, the Italian-inspired Atrium is an ideal setting for relaxation, people-watching or simply having a cocktail or coffee with a friend.

Marvellous Martinis and Melodies

Step into Crooners bar and be transported to the classic Sinatra era, made complete with a top notch pianist singing tunes and tickling the ivories. The “Rat Pack” atmosphere and famous menu of signature martinis, and old-school mixed drinks will have you crooning.

Discover a Garden Paradise Above the Sea

Stroll through our new indoor garden located 150 feet above the sparkling ocean. You're welcomed by the sound of chirping birds, a lush garden environment and plush resort furniture. Listen to intimate musical performances by live musicians, and play a game of chess using life-sized pieces. A Wishing Wall, the first of its kind at sea, allows guests to share their dreams on a mosaic tile wall.

Inspired by the Glamour of Hollywood

This covered pool offers a Hollywood chic-style environment day and night, year-round, surrounded by comfortable loungers, modern sculptures and topiaries. By day, relax in the freshwater pool or soak in the steaming hot tubs — the glass dome keeps both the water and the environment comfortable despite outside weather. 

Get in the Game with a Variety of Activities

Whether you’re serving up some friendly competition with the family, missing your sports league back home or new to the game, Princess Sports Centre brings people together with shared athletic and recreational interests. Centre Court is great for basketball, tennis, volleyball and badminton. There’s also a miniature putting green and driving cage for golf enthusiasts, ping pong tables, bean bag toss and giant foosball.

Soak in a World of Relaxation

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

Practice Your Putt and Play like a Champion

Imagine playing on The Greens while surrounded by a beautiful blue ocean. Whether you’re a dabbler or a devoted disciple of the game, our nine-hole miniature putting course will put your finer golfing skills to the test.

Go Ahead, Be Pampered – You Deserve It

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

A Host of Ways to Get an Energising Workout

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

Luxuriate in Our Largest-ever Thermal Suite

Open the door to The Enclave, home to Princess’ largest-ever thermal suite and a dramatic hydro-therapy pool with a cascading rain shower and therapeutic air jets. Relax on heated stone beds or soothing water beds. Features include: The Hammam – a Turkish-style steam bath, and from Roman times, the Caldarium –a light steam chamber infused with herbal aromas and the Laconium – a heated, dry chamber to help with purification and detoxification of the body.

Additional charges apply.

Step Inside for Fun ‘n Games

There may be no other spot on the high seas where kids can create scrumptious cakes and cupcakes in our JrCHEF@Sea class*, create a mini solar system, discover the science behind magic, learn about endangered animals and dive into hands-on experiments (on some voyages, they’ll even dissect a real fish!). Kids can also play sports, try their skills at PlayStation®, Nintendo Wii™ and XBOX Kinect consoles, join dance classes and more!

*Nominal charge

Step Inside for Fun 'n' Games

There may be no other spot on the high seas where kids can create scrumptious cakes and cupcakes in our JrCHEF@Sea class*, create a mini solar system, discover the science behind magic, learn about endangered animals and dive into hands-on experiments (on some voyages, they’ll even dissect a real fish!). Kids can also play sports, try their skills at PlayStation®, Nintendo Wii™ and Xbox Kinect™ consoles, join dance classes and more!

*Nominal charge

Hang Out in the Beach House

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

Quality Time Together

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