grand princess cruise ship specifications

Grand Princess® Cruise Ship

Expect the extraordinary as you step aboard and discover the captivating possibilities, all true to her name.

• Inaugural Cruise: May 26, 1998
• Christener: Olivia de Havilland
• Guest Cabins: 1,301
• Number of Decks: 17
• Tonnage: 107,517
• Length: 949 feet
• Height: 188 feet

With top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the Princess Theater, showcasing an even more immersive audio experience.

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Accommodations

From the moment you step aboard, we want you to feel welcomed and right at home. And with attentive service from a friendly staff that knows what hospitality means, you’ll find your Princess® ship truly is your home away from home.

Photos, floor plan diagrams, amenities, and furnishings represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship and stateroom.

Truly Luxurious Accommodations at Sea

Mini-suite with exclusive vip touches, add an element of luxury to your stay, front row seat for beautiful scenery, a room with a view, our most affordable option, perfect for large groups, for guests with limited mobility, dining options.

Indulge your appetite whenever you wish on board Princess®. Every hour, our chefs are busy baking, grilling and sautéing great-tasting fare from scratch. Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate, from endless buffet choice to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, decadent desserts and much more. 1

Dine My Way℠

Dine when, how and where you like.

A (Seafood) Fan Favorite Returns!

Alfredo’s Pizzeria

Hand-tossed pizza, hot out of the oven.

International Café

Sip and snack around the clock.

Horizon Court

An ever-changing selection of favorites.

The Salty Dog Grill

Coffee & Cones

Specialty dining.

Dining on board a Princess® cruise ship is a joyful celebration and our specialty restaurants always deliver an extraordinary experience. They are among the best at sea – or anywhere. We serve dishes made with the freshest ingredients, and our menus reflect regional flavors from around the world. You'll find our specialty restaurants are the perfect place to celebrate any occasion. 1

Timeless Steakhouse Traditions

Exclusive glimpse into the princess kitchen, wines from around the world, a private breakfast with a view.

On every Princess ship, you'll find so many ways to play, day or night. Explore The Shops of Princess, celebrate cultures at our Festivals of the World or learn a new talent — our onboard activities will keep you engaged every moment of your cruise vacation. 1

Discovery at SEA Programs

Discover even more with discovery™.

Vegas Style Casino

For novices, casual players, or high rollers.

Take a Stroll into the European-style Piazza

The Shops of Princess

Tax and duty-free shopping.

Art Gallery & Auctions

Art lovers rejoice—enjoy exquisite art aboard.

Photo Gallery

Take home a unique photo keepsake.

Freshwater Pools & Hot Tubs

Soak in a world of relaxation.

Sports Court

Get in the game with a variety of activities.

Princess Links

Practice your putt and play like a champion.

MedallionNet® Wi-Fi

The best wi-fi at sea.

Afternoon Tea

Celebration of tasty teas and divine desserts, entertainment.

Original musicals, dazzling magic shows, feature films, top comedians and nightclubs that get your feet movin’ and groovin’. There’s something happening around every corner; luckily, you have a whole cruise of days and nights to experience it all. 1

Movies Under the Stars®

A reel treat day or night.

Original Musical Productions

Great venues large and small.

Music & Dancing

Dazzling entertainment every day and night.

Featured Guest Entertainers

At night, the stars shine bright on our stages.

Princess Theater

Broadway-style productions at sea.

Vista Show Lounge

Sip cocktails and watch top entertainment.

Explorers Lounge

One of the ship’s coolest hangouts.

A Prime Spot for Party-minded People

Joyful rejuvenation.

Revitalize and refresh body, mind and soul with Princess®. From rejuvenating spa treatments and the tranquility of a top-deck retreat reserved just for adults to our state-of-the-art fitness centers, you’ll find all the elements to come back new.

Experience the Ultimate Night of Sleep at Sea

Relax in a tranquil retreat just for adults, go ahead, be pampered – you deserve it, a host of ways to get an energizing workout, kids, teens & family.

From family-friendly stateroom options to enriching youth and family programs, quality time is time well spent. Onboard activities spark curiosity and fuel creativity while excursions ashore engage and inspire!

Explore the Treehouse

Step into the lodge, hang out in the beach house, quality time together.

1 Activities, dining and entertainment options vary by ship and are subject to change. Photos represent typical arrangements and may vary in detail or configuration.

Grand Princess

The  Grand Princess  was built in 1998 and is among Princess’s 17 ships in its fleet. The Grand Princess is included in the cruise line’s Grand Class. In the cruise ship stats below, you’ll find the Grand Princess vs all of the other Princess ships.

Grand Princess Size

How big is the Grand Princess? Below, you’ll find all of the relevant cruise ship stats, specs and dimensions for the Grand Princess. Included in these statistics are passenger capacity, length, year built, year renovated, cost to build, gross tonnage, engine info, number of rooms, deck counts and more!

Grand Princess Capacity

Passenger Capacity refers to the total number of people that the Grand Princess can accommodate. Of course, there are also crew members on board. Below, find the total onboard capacity, including staff and cruise guests.

Princess Avg: 2,985 guests

Grand Princess Passenger Capacity: The passenger capacity for the Grand Princess is 3,100 guests . The average capacity for the 17 active ships in Princess’s fleet is 2,985 passengers. The passenger capacity range for all Princess ships has a minimum of 826 guests and a maximum of 5,189 passengers.

Princess Avg: 1,164 staff

Grand Princess Crew Members: Staff on the Grand Princess include 1,100 crew members. That’s a guest to staff ratio of 2.8 to 1. The average Princess ship includes 1,164 employees and has a passenger to staff ratio of 2.6 to 1.

Grand Princess Passenger Capacity and Crew

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Grand Princess Length

How long is the Grand Princess? From end to end, the Grand Princess length equals 949 feet (290 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 17 active vessels in Princess’s fleet, measuring 988 feet (302 meters).

Princess Avg: 988 feet

The smallest Princess ship (in terms of length) measures 592 feet (181 meters) from end to end. The longest vessel spans 1132 feet (346 meters).

Our chart below shows the length of the Grand Princess vs all other active Princess ships.

Grand Princess Ship Length

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Grand Princess Built Date

When was the Grand Princess Built? The Grand Princess was built in 1998 and joined the cruise line’s Grand Class.

Princess includes 17 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 1998. The average Princess ship is 14 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2008

Princess Avg: 2007

When was the last Grand Princess Dry Dock? The Grand Princess experienced dry dock improvements in 2016.

renovation date

Renovations included the following: The Grand Princess experienced a refurbishment in December, 2016. The dry dock included the following updates or additions: the new Club Class Mini Suite category of cabins was added with VIP amenities and private dining area; renovation efforts to the Princess Theatre movie lounge with new LED screens; improvements to the Fitness Centre and Lotus Spa; added retail shops, new bow livery; and all staterooms received custom Princess Luxury beds.

Grand Princess Info

Frequently asked questions, what is the grand princess ship class.

The ship belongs to the Princess class of ships known as the Grand class.

What is the Grand Princess capacity?

We're often asked how many passengers are on the Grand Princess. The ship's capacity is 3,100. When comparing the occupancy to the average Princess passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 2,985 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live Princess ships.

How old is the Grand Princess?

The Grand Princess was built in 1998. Princess includes 17 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 1998. The average Princess ship is 14 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2011

Is the Grand Princess a good ship?

Each of Princess's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the Grand Princess is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.

How long is the Grand Princess?

From end to end, the Spectrum of the Seas length equals 949 feet (290 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 17 active vessels in Princess fleet, measuring 988 feet (302 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.

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Grand Princess Overview

Good, great, Grand. Emerging from a refurbishment, Grand Princess is ready to strut her stuff with all new features and many Princess Cruises’ favorites. From the top down, this ship is made to satisfy every need of every guest that embarks. Make sure you spend some time on Grand Princess ’ top deck, where tantalizing dining options like the new Slice Pizzeria and the Salty Dog Grill are constructed to serve guests enjoying some fun in the sun. The sun hits The Sanctuary too, an adults-only retreat designed for kid-free tranquility. When you’re cruising on Grand Princess , you will be well-fed, relaxed, and ready to book your next cruise. Call The Cruise Web today at 1-800-377-9383 to learn more about the Grand Princess .

• Passenger Capacity: 2,600 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 1998
• Last Refurbished: 2019

• Crafted by Curtis Stone From the great culinary mind of Curtis Stone, Grand Princess brings you a unique gastronomical experience, where vibrant and bold flavors dance on your taste buds before an authentically prepared, fresh dessert takes you straight to heaven.  

• Chocolate Journeys Gather ‘round, Chocoholics! Master Chocolatier Norman Love takes his talents to Grand Princess , where the Chocolate Journeys program will allow guests to enter into a new world of confections, combining bold flavors to create a delectable bite.  

• Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria Rustic touches and an understated design concept in Sabatini’s allows guests to focus on what really matters here: the food. Handmade pasta and other traditional Italian dishes are found here, drawing inspiration from Bergamo, Italy, the hometown of Executive Chef Angelo Auriana.  

• Onboard Wellness & Spa Going on vacation just to relax and get away? You might want to check out the beds on Grand Princess . Sounds crazy, right? Princess Cruises has not only worked with sleep experts to optimize the environment in staterooms to enhance sleep quality, but even has their own bed, the Princess Luxury Bed. Backed by science, this just might be the best bed you’ll ever sleep on. You need to sleep it to believe it.  

• Princess Theater Princess Cruises boasts original theater productions aboard Grand Princess ! Partnering with the great Stephen Schwartz, an award-winning composer, Princess Cruises brings top quality Broadway-style shows to sea.  

• Discovery at SEA There is not a better place to watch Shark Week than on the big screen on the top deck of Grand Princess . Through exclusive partnerships, Discovery Channel and Animal Planet bring learning aboard with fun activities like stargazing, Encounters with Discover speaker series, and even excursions curated in conjunction with Discovery’s experts!  

Grand Princess Cruise Destinations

Princess Cruises offers a wide array of cruising destinations, as well as a Cruisetour program that is revered in the cruising industry. This impressive selection includes over 100 itineraries reaching over 300 ports all across the world. Whether cruise to take in the beautiful fall foliage of Canada and New England or a splendid voyage to sunny Tahiti, Princess Cruises can offer you a great value with an exceptional experience. Other destinations include, but are not limited to: Asia, Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal, Australia, and more. 

Choose an Alaska cruise, where you can explore the tundra or view the natural beauty, take a dog sled ride or kick back in some hot springs!

Alaska Cruisetours

A Princess Cruises Alaska Cruisetour is the best choice for a full, in-depth adventure in the Last Frontier.

Satisfy your hunger for the unique and intriguing, whether it’s a rarely seen whale or a quirky new sport, with an Australia and New Zealand cruise.

Hawaii holds cultural delights and tropical pleasures in store for your cruise vacation.

Mexican Riviera

Imagine the clear blue waters, fantastic beaches, and fascinating culture you will encounter on a cruise to Mexican Riviera.

South Pacific / Tahiti

French Polynesia’s animated culture and natural, gorgeous landscapes are the highlight of each and every day of a cruise to Tahiti and the South Pacific.

Transpacific

Cross the world’s largest ocean while visiting tropical islands and lively cultures along the way.

U. S. Pacific Coast

From San Francisco treats to Hollywood streets, it’s call about the West Coast—choose a California Coastal cruise.

Grand Princess Departure Ports

Princess Cruises has one of the most extensive set of sailings. Their ships travel the world embarking from popular ports like New York City, Vancouver, Venice and Los Angeles. They also have cruises that sail from smaller, more exotic ports like Kobe in Japan and Valparaiso in Chile. We’ll help you find a Princess cruise you’ll love, give us a call today. 

Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane with its lazy subtropical aura is quickly becoming one of Australia’s most popular cruise destinations.

The near perfect days, beautiful scenery, pristine beaches and sparkling water offer the perfect backdrop for any dream adventure in Sydney, Australia.

Auckland, New Zealand

The mild temperatures in Auckland enhance an outdoorsy cruise destination. Tour the many beaches, hike beautiful mountain ranges or just wander Auckland’s city streets.

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii

Honolulu, with its near perfect weather every day and beautiful mountains and tropical landscapes, is a destination not to be missed.

The possibilities are endless when cruising to or from the City of Angels. Let your inner rock star shine as you explore the many wonders of Los Angeles, California.

Known as The Emerald City, Seattle is a beautiful, luscious city with incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and Elliott Bay. The city is full of activities for both water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Whether it’s your cruise destination or a launching point, Vancouver is a beautiful destination in itself with a sophisticated downtown and lots of natural elements to explore.

Whittier, Alaska

Experience the best of the Last Frontier in quaint Whittier, Alaska. Enjoy the clear water filled with salmon, red snapper and trout along with the freely roaming wildlife, all combining to make Whittier a treat to visit.

Grand Princess Deck Plans

Fiesta deck, promenade deck, emerald deck, dolphin deck, caribe deck, sports deck, grand princess staterooms.

Balcony (B2)

The Premium Balcony stateroom is appointed with the same fine amenities as our Balcony stateroom but features a larger balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore.

Balcony (B4)

Balcony (ba).

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It's also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Balcony (BB)

Balcony (bc), balcony (bd).

Balcony (BE)

Balcony (bf).

Inside (IA)

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Inside (IC)

Inside (ie), inside (if), inside (ib).

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bathroom with shower.

Inside (ID)

Oceanview (OV)

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. Features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OW)

Oceanview (oy), oceanview (oz), oceanview (o3).

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OC)

Oceanview (oe), oceanview (of).

A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms, as well as the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites plus premier dining benefits and luxurious perks. Each night, enjoy Club Class Dining, an exclusive dining area featuring expedited seating with no wait, expanded menu options, dedicated wait staff and tableside preparations. Other amenities include priority embarkation and disembarkation, a complimentary one-time wine set-up and so much more!

Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of Champagne. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed, premium bathroom amenities and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.

Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

The Grand Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

The Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

These suites are for larger families or groups traveling together and include special suite-only benefits and two bathrooms connected by a large living room, which leads to an expansive private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people.

Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Window Suite features a picture window from which to enjoy the views. Includes exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, Window Suite includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

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Enjoy Princess Cruises' onboard entertainment, including Movies Under the Stars, stage shows, dancing, karaoke, comedy shows, casino games, bars and lounges.

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Engage in Princess Cruises' onboard activities, including movie nights, ScholarShip classes, pools, hot tubs, poolside activities, sports courts, art auctions, ship tours, duty-free shops and more.

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All about the Princess Cruises Grand Princess

The Princess Cruises Grand Princess was built in 1998. It was renovated in 2019. It's considered a medium size ship. Coming in at 949 ft long and 118 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 2.6 football fields, as wide as 2.2 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 17-story building. Grand Princess was the largest and most expansive ship ever to be constructed when it debuted in 1998.

Grand Princess Overview

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Grand Princess Size and Passengers

The Grand Princess can hold 2,600 based on double occupancy (two people per room) and more when you take into account 3rd and 4th passengers. When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, the Grand Princess has a space ratio of 41. Depending on the ship, this number can range from 30 to 52 (with a bigger number meaning more space per person) so this ship's space-to-person ratio is about average.

The Grand Princess is one of one Grand-class ships currently sailing with Princess Cruises. The Grand Princess is currently the oldest ship in the Princess fleet.

Grand Princess Food and Restaurants

Food is a big part of any cruise, and there will plenty on the Princess Cruises Grand Princess. You have 10 different dining options to choose from. Of those options, 6 are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other 3 options have an additional fee. Some of those options are a set price and some have a la cart menu pricing. 70% of the dining options are included which means if you're watching your budget, you won't feel like you're missing out by not going to a lot of extra fee dining places.

In terms of drinks and cocktails, you have a variety of choices. Princess Cruises serves the Coca-cola family of products. That means Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and Barqs Root Beer, although the selection can vary by ship.

There are also plenty of bars available on this ship. Alcohol is not included in the base price of this cruise ship. To see if you would save money with a drink package, try our Drink Package Calculator.

Pools and Hot Tubs on Grand Princess

Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day in a pool, a cruise might not be the right choice. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.

The Princess Cruises Grand Princess has a total of 5 pools and 8 hot tubs. 1 of the pools and 2 of the hot tubs are exclusive access, which means there's either an extra charge to access them or you need to book a certain class of cabin to have access to them.

Grand Princess Features and Activities

There are quite a few things to do on the Grand Princess. These are the main amenities that are available. Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.

Princess Cruises is a premium cruise line. Premium cruise lines typically offer upscale food, accommodations, and service. These typically cost about $150 - $400 per person per day.

Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year.

Grand Princess Onboard Costs

Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.

Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.

The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Princess Cruises ship.

Princess Cruises offers two packages to bundle onboard expenses. The Princess Plus package includes daily gratuities, the basic beverage package, 2 fitness classes, 2 casual dining meals, and internet for $60 per day per guest. The Princess Premier package upgrades to the premiere beverage package, wifi for up to 4 devices per guest, two specialty dining meals, unlimited casual dining meals, unlimited fitness classes, and a photo package for $80 per guest per day.

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Grand Princess is a cruise ship owned by Carnival Corporation and operated by Princess Cruises. Built in 1998 at a cost of approximately $450m, the ship was the largest and most expensive cruise ship afloat until delivery of Voyager of the Seas in November 1999.

The ship underwent a £2.6m renovation, the largest transformation in the line’s history. The outfitting was carried out by Mivan between 11 April 2011 and 4 May 2011.

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New features added to the ship include the new Piazza atrium, a tea lounge, a library called ‘Leaves’, the Alfredo’s Pizzeria and the Crown Grill with an open kitchen system.

A new nightclub called One5 Lounge was created on deck 15 to replace the existing Skywalker Nightclub.

Seven new suites were added during the renovation and the casino, boutiques and art gallery were remodelled. The existing Horizon Court, Lotus Spa, and wedding chapel were also upgraded.

Grand Princess was built at Fincantieri’s Monfalcone yard near Trieste in Italy for $450m and was constructed to meet the classification society standards of RINA and Lloyd’s Register. She was designed by Genoa-based Giacomo Mortola and Theresa Anderson of Princess Cruises, a P&O subsidiary.

The balconies are built out from the body of the ship rather than cutting into existing deck space. There are 1,300 staterooms, some 70% of which have outside cabins with a private verandah or balcony.

Standard balconies measure around 50ft² and are spacious enough to hold two sun loungers, a table and chairs while those in the master suites have 176ft² of exterior space.

Because the vessel mainly cruises in the Mediterranean and does not have to pass through the Panama Canal, she is much wider and roomier than others of a similar size. Crew accommodation is provided for 1,100.

Princess Cruises has made a special effort to attract families onto this ship. The Fun Zone for children aged 2-12 includes a two-storey castle and dolls’ house with a whale-shaped pool.

There is an Off Limits club for 12-17 year olds with video wall, juke boxes and games rooms as well as other areas set aside for teenagers. A virtual reality centre offers under-sea simulator rides, complete with sound and motion effects. There are numerous events and competitions scheduled throughout the day and even when it’s time to go to bed, the Nickelodeon satellite channel is available in all cabins.

For anxious parents, there are fully qualified child sitting centres, including one which remains open until 1am and a special Adventures Ashore programme for young travellers wanting to explore without their parents.

The ship’s focal point is a three-deck Grand Plaza atrium featuring two panoramic lifts. There are three main dining rooms with other options such as a 24-hour buffet/bistro, a pizzeria, a wine and caviar bar, deck grill, trattoria, patisseries, a Tex-Mex bar and ice-cream parlour.

Numerous recreation spaces include three show lounges, nine bars, boutiques, libraries and shops. Sports facilities comprise a jogging track, nine hole putting green, nine Jacuzzis and four swimming pools, one covered by a retractable glass magradome for weather protection. There is also a wedding chapel allowing passengers to be married by the captain under the authority of the ship’s register.

Two fixed pitch propellers each driven by a Siemens diesel-electric propulsion motor of 21MW provide mains power while propulsion power and the ship’s service power comes from six Siemens generators, each of 11,520kW (15,662bhp) driven by Fincantieri GMT V-16 diesel engines.

Total power output is 93,972bhp. There are two emergency generators, each of 900kW.

Automation and control

On the bridge, the German-developed Nacos 65-3D system includes five inter-switched Atlas Multipilot workstations located on the main console and bridge wings.

Each of the display stations can be switched to operate as a radar / arpa or as a fully IMO-compatible electronic chart display and information system. This compatible to the Atlas Chartpilot with the added attribute of a real-time radar video overlay.

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The Grand Princess Review: Ship, Venues, And Food

Setting sail on the Grand Princess opens up a world of captivating destinations if it’s your first time on a cruise ship. In this Grand Princess review, you’ll discover its public areas and why cruising on this Grand-class vessel may be suited to you.

Although launched before 2000, the vessel is one of the cruise line’s smaller ships. She is also one of the older vessels in the Princess fleet.

The ship underwent a refurbishment in 2019. The staterooms saw upgrades with larger flat-screen TVs and the addition of Luxury Princess beds.

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Around the ship, Princess refreshed the pools, added the Ocean Medallion, and new venues such as the Salty Dog Grill and Slice Pizzeria.

As one of the jewels in Princess Cruises fleet, the ship boasts a passenger capacity of approximately 2,600 guests. Grand Princess passengers can opt for cruises and cruise tours to Alaska in the summer.

In the off-season, the ship repositions via Hawaii and Tahiti to Melbourne, Australia. However, you can also find the odd itinerary along the Pacific Coast and to Mexico. So, whether you board in San Francisco, Vancouver, or Sydney, here’s what you’ll expect onboard.

Grand Princess Review: First Impressions

Although not as large as the Discovery Princess, the line’s new ship , the Grand still has the signature amenities – the Sanctuary, Movies under the Stars, and aft pool.

While Princess refurbished the vessel in 2019, the abundance of wood remained, giving it a traditional and, dare I say, outdated décor.

The ship received a new Piazza atrium, which often became a central gathering spot for entertainment, dance classes, and live music. It’s an ideal spot to grab a morning latte, enjoy a late-night pizza, or chill to the sound of a piano playing.

Sometimes events are hosted in the Piazza during the day. I enjoyed a fruit and vegetable carving demonstration during my sailing.

The Promenade deck has the classic wraparound circuit, often removed on newer vessels, for those who love to walk laps.

It’s refreshing to have the use of the Medallion app onboard this older vessel. Whether you’re a fan of using a smartphone for everything or not, you can’t help but love the feature that it opens your stateroom door.

Grand Princess Stateroom Review

For our early May Alaska cruise itinerary from Vancouver, we booked an oceanview guaranteed cabin for three. We were assigned a room on deck 5 or the Plaza deck.

At the last minute, the third person opted not to go, so it became a stateroom for two.

However, when we arrived, our steward had lowered the Pullman bed and set up the cabin for three guests. It was later put away to accommodate two comfortably.

The room was dated but comfortable, and had enough storage for our Alaskan adventure. According to Princess’ website, the room measured approximately 165 sq. feet but seemed smaller due to the configuration of the closet.

There was no couch but a small desk instead. Adjacent to that was the usual mini-fridge, ideal for hoarding those late-night snacks.

I appreciated that the bedside lamps had USB plugs to charge our smartphones. Plus, there were other sockets to charge our batteries and use a laptop.

The bathroom was a typical cruise cabin size, small and unfortunately, with a shower curtain instead of the upgrade glass doors.

Our cabin steward kept our stateroom refreshed on a daily basis and provided clean towels when we needed them.

Being an older vessel, the Grand Princess doesn’t have lavish multi-bedroom suites. Its smallest cabins, interiors measure 160 sq. feet, and the largest, the Grand Suite has 730 sq. feet of floor space.

Laundry Services

One of the benefits of cruising with Princess is the ability to do laundry. This service is beneficial if you’re booked on an extended itinerary or sailing to Alaska, where you need clothing for three seasons.

With the exception of deck 14, you can find a self-serve launderette on every deck with staterooms. Most decks have the laundry room near the aft, except for deck 5, which is positioned near the bow, opposite cabin P208.

Washers and dryers cost USD 3; you can purchase tokens with your Ocean Medallion.

Dining And Food Options

The Grand Princess cruise ship has three main dining rooms; Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli. You will be assigned one of these if you request a set dining time. While the decors vary, the menu remains the same.

Alternatively, you can choose anytime dining where you can eat anywhere, at any time. Interestingly, the Crown Princess dining rooms share the same name.

Da Vinci and Botticelli Restaurants are located on deck 6, with no access between them. I always found this frustrating, as you must go up or down one deck to gain access.

Service and quality of food were good, but Princess tends to stand out above the rest with their presentation of desserts.

Princess Cruises has teamed up with one of the world’s top chocolatiers to create a delectable experience for chocolate lovers on board.

Horizon Court Buffet

The Horizon Court buffet on the Lido deck offers plenty of selection if you prefer something more casual. It offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

On the last night of the cruise, the buffet included complimentary sushi, something you usually get at a specialty restaurant. While it looked great, it didn’t match the fantastic sushi we are accustomed to in Vancouver.

We ate there for breakfast and lunch due to its convenience. There was always lots of selection, including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetation.

Other Dining Options

You can indulge in various chocolate desserts from the main dining room to specialty restaurants and the buffet. And for those who enjoy a good drink, there are chocolate-flavored cocktails and wine pairings to savor.

The Grand has not one but two places to get pizza at sea. Alfredo’s Pizzeria offers a sit-down experience, where thin-crust pizzas are made-to-order. Gluten-free crust is available to those who require it. It costs USD 14.99 to eat here, but waived if you have Princess Plus or Premier packages.

On the Lido deck, Prego Pizzeria offers a grab-and-go pizza by the slice. You won’t have an option for gluten-free here.

The Salty Dog Grill, added during the 2019 retrofit, offers craft burgers, tacos, fries, sandwiches, and hot dogs. Again, it’s a USD 14.99 fee if you don’t have an upgraded package.

You have two choices to get your caffeine fix: the International Café or Coffee & Cones. The International Café has tasty treats, pastries, and wraps if you need a quick bite between meals.

Coffee & Cones, as the name suggests, has soft-serve complimentary ice cream. You can also purchase USD 3 ice cream sandwiches, such as the Mint Paddy or Cookie Colada.

Tea drinkers might enjoy the Leaves Tea Lounge, which shares its space with a small library. Located on the Promenade deck, you can enjoy a specialty tea with a book, jigsaw puzzle, or daily puzzle.

Princess ships also offered afternoon tea, which was complimentary. Attend at least one tea ritual if you’re a fan of finger sandwiches, scones, and tasty treats.

Guests on a Princess Cruises vessel enjoy complimentary room service for continental breakfast. Outside of breakfast, there’s a minimal USD 5 charge (complimentary for Plus and Premier packages).

Crown Grill

If you want an elevated dining experience, consider dining at one of the specialty restaurants. While Princess may not have the best steakhouse across all lines, its Crown Grill steakhouse offers a pleasing menu.

At an affordable price of USD 39, it’s USD 25 cheaper than a steakhouse dinner on a Royal Caribbean ship.

The menu included 14oz rib-eye steak, double lamb chops, grilled jumbo shrimp, and lobster tail. I loved that the meal had a salt menu; the Hawaiian Black Salt was my favorite.

Make sure you leave room for dessert. I recommend the Key Lime Pie Bar or the 7-Layer S’Mores Stack, which are as sinfully delicious as it looks.

Sabatini’s

Slightly cheaper, the cuisine and atmosphere at Sabatini’s will whisk you away to a quaint village in Italy. Here, the handmade pasta and risotto are superb, packed with flavor and the right amount of seasoning.

Since I require gluten-free and lactose-free, I tend to avoid Italian restaurants. However, Sabatini’s was able to cater to my needs. The food was beyond amazing and a place I could have enjoyed for more than one night.

Sabatini’s has its own bar menu. So, you can enjoy a Prosecco cocktail, a classic Italian drink, or Limoncello with your dessert.

Bars And Lounges

On the Grand Princess, you’ll find twelve bars and lounges, each with its own unique ambiance and selection. The Mermaid’s Tail Bar, situated by the pool, serves refreshing tropical concoctions and ice-cold beers, perfect if you need respite from the sun-drenched deck.

Located between two casual food venues, you’ll also enjoy easy access to comfort food.

The Vista Lounge Bar, with its stunning panoramic views, offers a stylish setting to savor your favorite wine, cocktail, or spirits.

If you prefer a more intimate setting, the Wheelhouse Bar exudes a touch of elegance reminiscent of a classic gentlemen’s club. Patrons can enjoy top-shelf spirits like single malt whiskies and aged cognacs.

Since we were cruising to Alaska in early May, guests favored the indoor bars to escape the cold weather outside. Princess provides destination drinks and beers, so in Alaska, why not try an Alaskan beer?

Princess Cruises has elevated its standard drinks packages to Princess Plus and Princess Premier. It’s similar to competitors’ all-in-one, where Wi-Fi, gratuities, and drinks are included.

At USD 80 per day, the Premier package includes drinks up to USD 20. The Plus package costs USD 60 daily, giving you drinks up to USD 15 each.

Guests are limited to 15 beverages a day, and the cruise line bills any amount exceeding the price limit.

Entertainment

The Grand Princess boasts a variety of evening entertainment options typical to what you find on cruise ships. You can expect Broadway-style shows, live music performances, comedy presentations, and solo artists.

The Princess Theater provides two shows per evening so guests can attend, regardless of their dining schedule. Alternatively, the Vista Lounge on deck 7 aft provided entertainment too.

Live music often echoes through the Piazza and plays on the Lido deck in warmer destinations.

Daytime entertainment includes trivia, cooking demonstrations, game shows, and sports events. The onboard shops and casino also hosted events.

Depending on where you’re cruising, you may also enjoy educational lectures about the region’s wildlife and culture. In Alaska, for instance, themed activities enhanced the Alaskan experience.

Pools And Hot Tubs

While small, the Grand Princess has four swimming pools and eight hot tubs. As the aft, the Terrace pool provides those calming wake views.

Known for its serene atmosphere, you’ll enjoy fewer people than the main pool, and offers a more intimate setting.

One deck up, the Lido is home to two pools and four hot tubs. A giant TV screen next to the outdoor venue offers classic Movies under the stars. Unfortunately, it was a bit too cold to watch an outdoor movie in May.

The other pool is covered, making it an ideal vessel for cold climate destinations like Alaska.

On deck 15, you’ll find the last pool inside the spa, with two additional hot tubs. Adjacent to the pools, guests can enjoy complimentary steam rooms and saunas, which are missing from their newer vessels.

An adjoining fitness center offers all the standard gym equipment and aerobic classes.

If you’re cruising with children, Camp Discovery has a designated area that provides activities for different age groups. Voyagers welcome those from 6 months to two years.

Children 3 to 7 play in the whimsical area called The Treehouse. For ages 8 to 12, the Lodge provides outdoor sports and indoor games such as air hockey and foosball.

Teenagers (13 to 17 years) in The Beach House have a stylish hang-out to enjoy with new friends and listen to music.

Children can enjoy pizza parties, friendly competitions, and dance classes, as well as an arts program, games, and themed events.

Medallion App And Internet

In a world of advancing technology, Princess requires everyone to do everything on an app. Great if you have a smartphone and a working app.

We found the app glitchy at times; sometimes it worked, and other times it didn’t. When it worked, we could order food and drinks, and the crew members would find us onboard.

If you haven’t purchased the Princess Plus or Premier, there’s a one-time Ocean Now activation fee of USD 14.99 t order food and drinks.

The app is one of the easiest to navigate. If you don’t have a cellphone, you can access its features on one of the large LCD screens scattered around the ship.

If you require Wi-Fi, the MedallionNet basic service costs USD 15 per day, per device, for the cruise duration.

However, if you purchased the Princess Plus, you’ll receive Wi-Fi for one device. The Princess Premier package includes Wi-Fi for four devices.

MedallionNet was a bit slow and, at times, didn’t work in some areas of Alaska. While some cruise lines have gone to the faster Starlink, Princess has not.

Princess Patter

The Princess Patter provides you with daily activities, available dining venues, and “what’s going on” around the ship. With the introduction of the Medallion app, Princess, like many other lines, encourages guests to go paperless.

Since so many guests experience problems with the app or the app stops working, I still request my cabin steward leave me a paper copy of the Princess Patter each day.

Final Thoughts

The Grand Princess provides an ideal cruising vessel for those wanting to escape the crowds of a larger vessel. Being an older ship, it offers excellent itineraries at good value for money. You can also read my experience aboard her sister ship, the Crown Princess.

The staff is attentive, and the food is better than average. If you’re seeking a budget-friendly cruise without too many children, consider the Grand.

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Grab your bags and step foot onto the deck of Grand Princess for the beginning of the adventure of a lifetime... from the top deck, gaze out and see the endless beauty of the high seas, then turn around and join your fellow passengers for some onboard activities. Maybe some golf? Or a bit of dancing? All possibilities are on the table on Grand Princess ...

Princess ships are featured on Grand Alaska as noted on the cruise departure dates. All staterooms include TV, hair dryer, safe, phone, private bathroom with shower, and refrigerator. Grand Princess features four pools plus one splash pool, a nine-hole putting course, sports court, The Sanctuary, and full-service Lotus Spa and Fitness Center. Quench your thirst in any one of several bars and lounges, including Vines Wine Bar, Vista Show Lounge, Calypso Bar, the Explorer's Lounge and the One5 nightclub. Enjoy dining at Sabatini's, Alfredo's Pizzeria, Crown Grill or the International Café.

Piazza atrium

The hub of the grand princess is the piazza.

Inspired by the squares of Europe, Grand Princess's Piazza, at the base of its multi-story atrium, is the ship's "town square," the stunning centerpiece and the epicenter of luxury, excitement and fun. The majestic atrium spans several decks and features the International Café, Vines Bar, which was voted one of the "Best Wine Bars at Sea," by USA Today, a spiral staircase and several glass-walled lifts that provide panoramic overviews of the ship.

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Enjoy incredible views of the ocean from the comfort of one of golden princess's many decks..

Fitted with a variety of clubs, night life lounges, bars, sports areas, a pool, a hot tub and a myriad of other amenities offer something for everyone to enjoy.

Dining Room

Dine in one of many on board dining commons, each with its own unique cuisine..

Whether you indulge in the classic Italian specialities offered at Sabatini's, the premium cuts of steak and fresh seafood at Crown Grill or satisfy your sweet tooth at Chocolate Journey's, Grand Princess has an option to please everyone.

A colossus of a ship, Grand Princess's massive 17-deck layout provides passengers with a variety of activity, dining, entertainment and relaxation options while also providing ample leg room for onboard exploration.

With a variety of public spaces to explore and occupy, passengers have free reign to relax by one of the ship's many pools, get their golf on with the ship's onboard nine-hole putting course or relax in one of the ship's many lounges and bars.

Staterooms include TV, hair dryer, safe, phone, private bathroom with shower and refrigerator with a stunning view of the passing seascape.

Large selection of onboard dining options, including formal and casual options, from steakhouses to Italian, dining rooms to top deck dining with an ocean view.

• Alternate dining options include: pizzeria, grill, cafés and 24-hour room service present you with a wide range of opportunities outside of the classic dining experience
• Onboard Internet Café and Library
• Vegas-Style Casino offering slot machines, blackjack, Texas Hold 'Em and the American version of roulette
• Embrace your artistic side with a stroll around the onboard art gallery
• A poolside amphitheater, guest entertainers, onboard festival and music productions ensure that there is never a dull moment on the open seas
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Well suited to navigating Alaska's coastal waters, your Princess ship offers all the comforts of a floating resort; you'll feel welcomed and right at home – not to mention pampered by a friendly staff that knows what hospitality means – from the moment you step aboard. A typical day on your Tauck Alaska cruise aboard Grand Princess actually starts the night before… with the most comfortable night of sleep at sea thanks to the Princess Luxury Bed, developed by leading experts in both the science and beauty of sleep… from which you'll awaken feeling refreshed, renewed and rejuvenated. Begin the day as you like… from a quick bite on the go to a sit-down breakfast in a refined setting, enjoying a delicious meal off the menu right from the galley, with a gracious wait staff to take care of your every need. Your morning may be spent exploring ashore on an excursion for Tauck guests only – perhaps visiting a historic Klondike Gold Rush town, riding a 19th-century narrow-gauge railway through the Alaskan wilderness, or enjoying a rafting trip through a bald eagle preserve. After a scrumptious lunch onboard, you might kick back during an afternoon's sail amidst glacial islands once completely covered by ice, now featuring blue-tinged ice cliffs towering over the sea… keeping a close watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals and seabirds. Or kick it up a notch in the fitness center, treat yourself to a soothing session in the Lotus Spa, or relax at The Sanctuary, just for adults . Dinnertime temps with a range of onboard fine dining options offering tantalizing cuisine… maybe the Crown Grill for steak, the Crab Shack for seafood, or Sabatini's for Italian. Later tonight, try your luck in the casino, dance the night away at The One5, or head to the theatre for one of four original Broadway-style productions created exclusively for Princess by Stephen Schwartz, the legendary composer of "Wicked," "Godspell" and "Pippin." And that's just one typical day's sail in Alaska with Tauck aboard Grand Princess! Read Less

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Princess Cruises ships ranked by size from biggest to smallest — the complete list

Are you looking for the most venue-packed, resort-like Princess Cruises ships at sea? If so, you'll want to get on one of the biggest Princess cruise ships.

The biggest Princess cruise ships are, by their very nature, the Princess ships with the most onboard restaurants, bars and showrooms, as well as the most sprawling decktop pool and lounge areas. The biggest Princess ships have the biggest casinos and spas among ships in the Princess fleet and the most cabins and suites — and the most variation in cabin and suite types.

With room for 4,000 passengers or more, the biggest Princess ships are truly large resorts of the sort you find at the biggest vacation destination on land. If you're in the "bigger is better" camp when it comes to a resort experience, these are the Princess ships for you.

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Still, Princess doesn't just operate large vessels. The Los Angeles-based cruise giant — the fifth largest cruise line in the world — also has several relatively small cruise ships in its fleet that carry just 2,000 or 3,000 people and have a more intimate feel. In some cases, these vessels are nearly 40% smaller than the size of Princess Cruises' biggest ships. These smaller ships, notably, have less deck-top pool space and fewer interior venues than the biggest Princess cruise ships. However, with fewer people on board, that's not necessarily a bad thing.

The smallest Princess cruise ships are best for vacationers who like a more intimate, less crowded resort experience.

Related: The 3 types of Princess Cruises ships, explained

To make sure you end up on the right Princess ship for you, it pays to study which Princess ships are the biggest and which are the smallest before booking.

Here, every Princess ship currently in operation is ranked from biggest to smallest.

1. Discovery Princess

Maiden voyage: 2022. Size: 145,000 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,660.

2 (tied). Enchanted Princess

Maiden voyage: 2020. Size: 144,650 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,660.

2 (tied). Sky Princess

Maiden voyage: 2019. Size: 144,650 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,660.

4. Majestic Princess

Maiden voyage: 2017. Size: 143,700 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,560.

5 (tied). Regal Princess

Maiden voyage: 2014. Size: 142,229 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,560.

5 (tied). Royal Princess

Maiden voyage: 2013. Size: 142,229 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,560.

7 (tied). Ruby Princess

Maiden voyage: 2008. Size: 113,561 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,080.

7 (tied). Emerald Princess

Maiden voyage: 2007. Size: 113,561 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,080.

7 (tied). Crown Princess

Maiden voyage: 2006. Size: 113,561 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,080.

10 (tied). Sapphire Princess

Maiden voyage: 2004. Size: 115,875 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 2,670.

10 (tied). Diamond Princess

12. Caribbean Princess

Maiden voyage: 2004. Size: 112,894 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 3,149.

13. Grand Princess

Maiden voyage: 1998. Size: 107,517 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 2,600.

14. Island Princess

Maiden voyage: 2003. Size: 92,822 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 2,200.

15. Coral Princess

Maiden voyage: 2002. Size: 91,627 gross tons. Passenger capacity : 2,000.

What is the biggest Princess cruise ship?

The biggest Princess cruise ship is the 3,660-passenger Discovery Princess, which is also the line's newest vessel. It debuted in March 2022.

Discovery Princess is the sixth and final vessel in the Royal class of Princess ships that began rolling out in 2013. They all are roughly the same size, but Discovery Princess is just a tad bigger than its sister ships at 145,000 gross tons. The other five ships in the Royal-class series measure from 142,229 to 144,650 gross tons. Note that gross tons is a size measurement referring to interior space, not weight.

The ships in Princess' Royal class are significantly bigger than the ships in the line's other two classes of vessels (the Grand class and Coral class) and have more restaurants, bars, showrooms and deck-top pool space than the nine vessels in those classes.

The other Royal-class vessels that are similar in size to Discovery Princess are Enchanted Princess, Sky Princess, Majestic Princess, Regal Princess and Royal Princess.

For more details on Discovery Princess, including what venues are on board and what it's like to sail on the vessel, see TPG's first impressions of Discovery Princess after an early sailing.

What is the smallest Princess cruise ship?

The smallest Princess cruise ship is the 2,000-passenger Coral Princess. Measuring just 91,267 gross tons, it's about 36% smaller than Discovery Princess, making it a significantly smaller vessel.

Coral Princess dates to 2002, a time when cruise ships were built far smaller than they are today and with far fewer venues. At 21 years old, it's also one of the two oldest vessels in the Princess fleet and will probably be phased out sometime in the next decade.

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While significantly smaller than the newest Princess ships, Coral Princess still has many of the signature spaces and venues found on new Princess vessels, including an Italian eatery called Sabatini's and a steakhouse.

Entertainment venues on Coral Princess include a relatively large main theater for production shows, a secondary lounge that offers comedy shows and other entertainment, and a casino. Like other Princess ships, the top deck of the vessel is mostly devoted to pool areas with hot tubs and lounge chairs. There's also a spa.

While smaller and older than the typical Princess ship, Coral Princess has a loyal following among Princess fans who prefer smaller and more intimate ships.

Are bigger Princess cruise ships coming?

Yes! Princess currently has two new, bigger cruise ships on order. The first to arrive will be Sun Princess in February 2024. This will be the first of an all-new Sphere class of vessels for the line that will be made up of ships that will be notably bigger than anything Princess has had in its fleet before.

Measuring 175,500 gross tons, Sun Princess will be about 21% bigger than the biggest Princess cruise ship currently at sea — a significant increase. It'll be nearly double the size of the smallest Princess ships currently at sea.

The second new ship that Princess has on order, to be called Star Princess, will be a sister vessel to Sun Princess of a similar size. It's due to begin sailing in 2025.

The Sphere-class vessels are currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard near Monfalcone, Italy.

Note that this isn't the first time Princess has named a ship Sun Princess or Star Princess. Both are recycled names from past Princess ships. Princess operated smaller vessels under the Sun Princess and Star Princess names up until 2020.

TPG recently got a sneak peek at the most notable new features under development for the new Sun Princess during a visit to the partly completed vessel at the Fincantieri shipyard.

Related: Everything to know about Princess cabins and suites

In addition to being significantly bigger than past Princess ships, the new Sun Princess will also be the first Princess ship with suites that come with exclusive access to a private restaurant, lounge and sun deck — a sign Princess is hoping to draw more upmarket travelers.

In all, the vessel is designed to hold 4,300 passengers at double occupancy.

What's the difference between bigger and smaller Princess ships?

The biggest Princess cruise ships have room for more onboard venues and attractions than smaller Princess ships. That makes them more alluring for vacationers who prefer a big resort experience with lots of options as compared to a stay at a smaller resort.

On the biggest Princess vessels, the Royal-class vessels, for instance, you'll find the largest piazza-like central atriums in the Princess fleet surrounded by lots of bars and restaurants; multiple entertainment venues for live shows, comedy acts and more; and expansive pool decks with more space for sunning than you'll find on smaller Princess vessels.

You'll also find some only-on-the-Royal-class-ships extras, including, on some of the ships, a glass-floored "SeaWalk" that extends over the side of the vessel.

Related: The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Princess ship

Princess' smaller cruise ships also generally are its older cruise ships and lack some of the above features, which are more typical of newer ships. These smaller Princess ships have a more intimate feel, at least in the pantheon of relatively big, mass-market ships, and they hold fewer people.

While Royal-class ships can hold more than 4,500 passengers with every berth full, the line's smaller vessels (particularly the relatively small Island Princess and Coral Princess) often sail with just 2,000 or so passengers on board.

That makes the smaller Princess ships a good choice for someone who wants to try Princess but isn't eager to travel with huge crowds. The smallest ships in the Princess fleet thus appeal to a subset of Princess fans who prefer more intimacy in a cruise vessel and don't mind giving up some onboard amenities to get it. They are also often less expensive to sail on, on a per-day basis.

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In addition, because of their size, the smallest ships at Princess Cruises are able to operate itineraries to places that aren't as easy for big ships to visit. Not all ports in the world can handle a ship the size of Discovery Princess.

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Grand Princess Ship Facts

Guest Capacity: 2,600 lower berths Tonnage: 107,517 Inaugural Cruise: 26 May, 1998 Last Refurbished December, 2016 Christener: Olivia de Havilland Dining and Snacks: Three main dining rooms, Sabatini's – Italian restaurant, Crown Grill, Alfredo's Pizzeria, International Café, Vines – Wine Bar, Leaves – Tea Lounge and Library, Ultimate Balcony Dining, Trident Grill – Burger & hot dog grill, Horizon Court – Buffet restaurant, Prego Pizzeria – Poolside pizza, Sundaes – Ice cream bar, 24-hour room services Showrooms/Lounges: Princess Theater, Vista Show Lounge, Explorer's Lounge, The One5 nightclub, Wheelhouse Bar, Crooners – Martini Bar, Snooker's Cigar Bar Guest Services: The Sanctuary, Movies Under the Stars poolside screen, Lotus Spa and Fitness Center, Piazza-style Atrium, Wedding Chapel, Grand Casino, Kid's and Teen's Centers, Internet Café, Art Gallery, Photo/Video Gallery, The Shops of Princess, Golf Putting Course, Sports Court, Guest Services Desk, Shore Excursions Desk, Medical Center Number of Crew: 1,150 Registry: Bermuda Length: 289 metres Height: 57 metres Number of Decks: 17 Guest Cabins: 1,301 total

• 26 Suites with private balconies - Square footage: 468-1314*
• 7 Window suites - Square footage: 341-319
• 2 Family suites with interconnecting cabins - Square footage: 595*
• 180 Mini-suites with private balconies - Square footage: 323*
• 502 Balcony cabins - Square footage: 232-274*
• 218 Ocean view cabins - Square footage: 168-206
• 366 Inside cabins - Square footage: 160 *includes balcony

Wheelchair Accessible Cabins: 27 Cabins with Private Balconies: 717 (76 percent of all outside cabins) Pools: 4 plus 1 splash pool Whirlpools Spas: 8 Lifeboats: 22 lifeboats including tenders, 2 rescue boats

Builder: Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani, Monfalcone, Italy

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Cruise Ship Size Comparison, Dimensions

Compare cruise ship sizes by length, weight (tonnage), height, width/beam. Review cruise ship dimensions in both meters and feet, and FAQ information, definitions.

Cruise ship size comparison

In our huge table below there's a list of all most famous, ever best passenger cruise ships sorted by name. This survey also offers smaller cruise ships size comparison of top luxury all-inclusive vessels with gross tonnage even lesser than 5,000 GT. Now the list of all ship sizes related and integrated articles:

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Length of a cruise ship (Length Overall / LOA)

The cruise ship length is professionally referred to as LOA (length overall), meaning the maximum length between the two most distant points on its hull. LOA may also include the tip of the bowsprit - the pole extending from the ship's prow (usually on tall sailing ships, yachts, and smaller boats). The bowsprit is the "winning" part of the ship when competing in a race or during trials/speed tests.

Another passenger cruise ship length measuring (though not included in this survey) is called LWL. LWL signifies "loaded waterline length" (or just "waterline length"). It excludes the total length, denoting only the length at the point where the vessel sits in the water. The LWL measure plays an important role when assessing some ship properties, like "hull speed" (aka "displacement speed"), water displacement, the amount of paint needed for the ship's bottom, etc.

Longest cruise ship in the world

The longest cruise ships by size also occupy the first two positions in the list of the largest cruise ships of the world by passenger capacity and gross tonnage. The humongous Royal Caribbean's floating cities Allure and Oasis boast the whole 360 meters in length (1,181 ft), and breadth of 47 meters (154 ft), the unbelievable for a passenger cruise ship tonnage of 225,300 tons, and max crew-passenger capacity of almost 8,500 (2,170+6,300) - each!

Weight of a cruise ship (tonnage) and draft

The size (tonnage weight) of a cruise ship is measured in "gross tonnage" (GT). It relates to the vessel's internal volume (keel to funnel* and to the outside of the hull) and applying a mathematical formula. The cruise ship tonnage is generally used for determining registration fees, port fees, safety rules, regulations. Another ship data (though not included in this survey) is the vessel's "deadweight tonnage" (DWT), which is the weight a vessel can safely carry (cargo, passengers, etc).

The cruise ship draft (or draught) measures the number of meters/feet from the waterline to the lowest point of the keel - or the ship's "invisible" portion below the surface (and especially when loaded). The cruise ship's draft is very important when considering docking in a particular port, sailing through channels or the inland waterways of the continents (rivers and canals).

*Note: Actually, the ship's funnel is the only part of the enclosed interior space that is NOT included in its Gross Tonnage measurement.

Cruise ship weight

As one of our fans Mr John Spooner (cruiser / Retired Master Mariner) have pointed out, the "Gross Tonnage" weight is a measurement of VOLUME, and not of MASS. GT  is an index related to marine vessels' overall internal volume. According to Wikipedia's definition:

• "Gross Tonnage" (GT) calculations are based on the volume of all the ship's enclosed spaces.
• "Gross Register Tonnage" (GRT) is the vessel's total internal volume measured in "register tons" (each ton equals 100 ft3 / 2,83 m3).
• Neither GT nor GTR measures the vessel's displacement (mass), but really show how big cruise ships are.
• "Deadweight Tonnage" (DWT) measures how much weight a cruise ship (or any of the marine vessel types) can carry safely. This a weighted sum of the vessel's cargo (incl provisions, passengers, crew), fuel, water (fresh and ballast), etc.
• "Displacement Tonnage" is how much weight the water that a cruise ship (any vessel) displaces when floating (the total weight of the ship / including its contents). Displacement is usually applied to the navy rather than commercial marine vessels. It is measured when the ship is loaded at full capacity.

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