Princess Cruises

Four sailings aboard Regal Princess have been adjusted allowing for engine repairs. As a result, the December 8, January 5, January 12, and January 19 departures have been modified. The Western Caribbean voyages from Galveston, Texas, vary in length—the shortest being the two 7-night sailings on Jan. 5 and 12. 

Changes include canceled ports of call and overnight stays. Princess Cruises alerted passengers just days before the first impacted cruise was scheduled to depart. 

Even the best cruise ships aren't perfect. 

Recently, I sailed onboard Sun Princess, Princess Cruises' newest ship, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. While it offers exciting features and innovations, a few aspects didn't quite meet my expectations. From the tiny entertainment venues to the slow service, I didn't love everything about my cruise. 

Recently, I decided to put Princess Cruises' Princess Plus package to the test. For just $60/day, the thought of alcoholic beverages, internet access, gratuities, and more was hard to resist! 

As someone who frequently cruises, I'm always hunting for a bargain. While I've found plenty of enticing base fares, the real costs often come from various add-ons, such as Wi-Fi, drink packages, and specialty dining. 

Regal Princess hasn't left Galveston, Texas since late October, having missed three scheduled sailings. 

The October 27, November 3, and November 10 sailings have all been canceled due to major technical issues with its power generators.

The first two sailings were canceled because of issues with one power generator. The company seemed confident that Regal Princess was ready for the November 10 sailing, but this was not the case.

Earlier this year, Princess Cruises launched their largest ship, Sun Princess. Measuring over 177,000 gross registered tons, the brand-new Sphere Class ship offers countless new experiences, ranging from the mesmerizing Dome to the artistic-inspired Love by Britto specialty restaurant. Another new concept that made its debut is The Sanctuary. 

Would you pay over $5,000 for a cruise ship suite with little to no privacy? Normally, you'd expect a stateroom with that price tag to offer luxurious amenities and expansive ocean views. 

However, my Reserve Collection Cabana Mini-Suite on Sun Princess sat on a shared deck, and guests staying in standard balconies on the decks above had a direct view of my balcony. 

Having sailed on the newest ships launched by premium cruise lines Celebrity Cruises and Princess Cruises, I've had the opportunity to gain firsthand experience at what makes each brand desirable. 

Celebrity's Edge Class ships boast modern, upscale designs, with an emphasis on luxury and fine dining. On the other hand, Princess' brand-new Sphere Class shines with its focus on a wealth of onboard activities, casual dining, and the line's innovative MedallionClass. 

Having cruised on lines like Royal Caribbean, Carnival, MSC, Celebrity, and Disney, I decided to embark on a fresh adventure and sail on Princess Cruises' newest ship, Sun Princess, during her inaugural voyage from North America. 

Princess Cruises launched Sun Princess in February 2024 as the cruise line's first Sphere Class ship. Measuring 177,882 gross registered tons with a passenger capacity of 4,300 at double occupancy, Sun is Princess's largest ship, surpassing Discovery Princess.

Though I've been on over 20 cruises, it wasn't until recently I stepped foot on a Princess ship. 

Growing up, my family primarily sailed with Royal Caribbean, but within the past year, I've branched out to Carnival to learn why they have the most "FUN" ships at sea. Seeking a more upscale experience, I decided to give Princess a try, embarking on Sun Princess upon her arrival in Fort Lauderdale.