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From its modest beginnings in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico, Princess has grown to become one of the premiere cruise lines in the world. Today, its fleet carries more than a million passengers each year to more worldwide destinations than any other major line.

Considered one of the most recognized cruise lines in the world, Princess Cruises was catapulted to stardom in 1977 when Pacific Princess was cast in a starring role on a new television show called "The Love Boat." The weekly series, which introduced millions of viewers to the still-new concept of a sea-going vacation, was an instant hit and both the company name and its seawitch logo have remained synonymous with cruising ever since.

Princess' modern fleet has grown considerably in recent years to include Caribbean Princess (2004), Coral Princess (2003), Crown Princess (2006), Dawn Princess (1997), Diamond Princess (2004), Emerald Princess (2007), Golden Princess (2001), Grand Princess (1998), Island Princess (2003), Pacific Princess (1999), Regal Princess (1991), Royal Princess will join the fleet in June 2013, Sapphire Princess (2004), Sea Princess (1998), Star Princess (2002), Sun Princess (1995) and Tahitian Princess (1999). Ruby Princess will joined the fleet in 2008, making Princess one of the most modern fleets on the high seas.

Ships

	Caribbean Princess Escape completely® on Caribbean Princess, one of the stars of the destination that bears her name. At her launch in 2004, this incredible ship introduced Movies Under the Stars® - a giant poolside movie theater featuring first run movies, concerts and sporting events. Here you can relax in a cushioned lounger with freshly-popped, complimentary popcorn under the night sky. Onboard, passengers can also enjoy a variety of street performing acts in the Italian-inspired Piazza, indulge in a soothing massage from an outdoor cabana at The Sanctuary®, or savor a premium steak cooked to order in the Crown Grill.	Launched: 1st January 2004 Tonnage: 113,000 Length: 952 feet Total Crew: 1,150 Occupancy: 3,080 Rating: stars

	Coral Princess Coral Princess is one of just two cruise ships in the Princess fleet specially built to sail through the Panama Canal! Ninety percent of her staterooms offer ocean views, with 700 balconies available, perfect for witnessing the engineering marvel of the Canal. Spend the night watching a movie, concert or sporting event outdoors in a plush lounge chair at Movies Under the Stars® and escape completely® in The Sanctuary®, the tranquil haven just for adults. Unique to Coral Princess and her sister ship, the Bayou Café and Steakhouse features live jazz music and flavorful New Orleans-inspired cuisine.	Launched: 12th January 2002 Tonnage: 92,000 Length: 965 feet Total Crew: 900 Occupancy: 1,970 Rating: stars

	Crown Princess Crown Princess is one of the largest Princess ships, with room for 3,080 passengers. From her nearly 900 balconies, you can enjoy sweeping views of romantic landscapes across the world. After experiencing the relaxed comfort of our intimate onboard venues, however, you may not want to explore the beauty ashore! The serenity of The Sanctuary® and the casual street café atmosphere of the Piazza may just reel you in for the day, while your nights might be filled with the great tasting food offered in the Crown Grill followed by a first-run film at Movies Under the Stars®.	Launched: 1st March 2004 Tonnage: 113,000 Length: 952 feet Total Crew: 1,200 Occupancy: 3,080 Rating: stars

	Dawn Princess Based in Australia year-round and using only Australian currency onboard, Dawn Princess offers passengers a unique experience throughout some of the most exotic destinations in the world, including Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Whether you’re in the mood for the peaceful tranquility of The Sanctuary®, outdoor retreat exclusively for adults, or you’re seeking a family night out at Movies Under the Stars®, Dawn Princess offers it all. And, on a ship christened by the original cast of The Love Boat, romance is always in the air.	Launched: 5th January 1997 Tonnage: 77,000 Length: 857 feet Total Crew: 900 Occupancy: 1,990 Rating: stars

	Diamond Princess As one of only two Princess Cruises cruise ships built in Japan, it’s not surprising this exotic gem can often be found sailing to the most intriguing destinations abroad. Great-tasting cuisine can be found throughout the ship, including at the popular Italian restaurant, Sabatini’s, where freshly prepared pasta creations reign supreme. In the elegant dining rooms, you’ll find sommeliers to help you enhance your meal with paired wines. Poolside, the hand-tossed pizza is always served to you just out of the oven. And, as an added bonus, both Movies Under the Stars® and The Sanctuary®, a tranquil haven exclusively for adults, have recently been added to Diamond Princess!	Launched: 7th January 2003 Tonnage: 116,000 Length: 951 feet Total Crew: 1,238 Occupancy: 2,670 Rating: stars

	Emerald Princess Launched in 2007, Emerald Princess is one of the largest ships in the Princess fleet. She offers nearly 900 balcony staterooms from which to take in the colorful sunrise over the ocean, or capture a breathtaking sunset sail-in to a romantic city like Venice. Leisurely days spent onboard in the Piazza-style atrium are relaxing and entertaining, with the nearby International Café and Vines wine bar fulfilling your cravings for warm cookies, toasted paninis, and even hand rolled sushi. Whether you’re getting refreshed with a work-out in the fitness center or putting your feet up at Movies Under the Stars®, your experience on Emerald Princess is sure to be unforgettable.	Launched: 1st April 2007 Tonnage: 113,000 Length: 952 feet Total Crew: 1,143 Occupancy: 3,080 Rating: stars

	Golden Princess Escape completely on board Golden Princess, a brilliant ray of sunshine in any destination. Pamper yourself with a calming massage in the Lotus Spa® or de-stress as Serenity Stewards offer you refreshing beverages and light snacks in The Sanctuary®. Providing you with a wide array of restful venues on board, including the Piazza and Movies Under the Stars®, Golden Princess is truly a relaxed, rejuvenating retreat at sea.	Launched: 5th January 2001 Tonnage: 109,000 Length: 951 feet Total Crew: 1,100 Occupancy: 2,590 Rating: stars

	Grand Princess Grand Princess is a spectacular floating palace with a sense of space and intimacy. As you explore this ship, you'll discover refreshing swimming pools, tax and duty-free boutiques, the Lotus Spa,® a nine-hole putting course, the Atlantis Casino, art auctions, ScholarShip@Sea® courses, lavish musical productions, and our big-screen extravaganza, Movies Under the Stars® and a private retreat just for adults, The Sanctuary. Each evening, savor classic Traditional Dining or more flexible Anytime Dining,SM as well as other offerings. In 2011 Grand Princess returns with exciting new highlights and features to match those of her latest sister superliners. The atrium will be converted into a beautiful Italian-style piazza, with the International Café, Vines wine and seafood bar, and regular performances throughout the day of the popular street entertainers. Grand Princess will see the introduction of the brand new Venetian-style pizzeria Alfredo's and Princess's successful Crown Grill steak and seafood restaurant, including a unique private dining room. An exciting new lounge area called The Tea Library will combine the traditional library function with a tea "heaven", offering specialty teas, and making it the perfect place to unwind, may be with a book. Many of the other public areas are also being redesigned and upgraded, including the casino, onboard boutiques, bars, Lotus Spa and ocean view gym, and Horizon Court buffet.	Launched: 1st May 1998 Tonnage: 109,000 Length: 935 feet Total Crew: 1,100 Occupancy: 2,600 Rating: stars

	Island Princess Island Princess was built to Panamax size – this means she was built to the maximum size a cruise ship can be to sail through the Panama Canal. A high percentage of balcony staterooms give passengers the chance to view this feat of engineering up-close, or take in stunning views of spectacular glaciers during cruises to Alaska. Featured on just one other Princess ship, the Bayou Café and Steakhouse is a unique dining venue on board in which to enjoy authentic New Orleans cuisine accompanied by live jazz.	Launched: 1st June 2003 Tonnage: 92,000 Length: 964 feet Total Crew: 900 Occupancy: 1,970 Rating: stars

	Ocean Princess If there’s an ocean, then this intimate ship can take you there! Ocean Princess is one of the Small Ships of Princess®, reserved for sailing some of the most exotic destinations in the world. Onboard you’ll bond with a smaller community of just 680 passengers as you indulge in the warm, welcoming service for which Princess Cruises is renowned. Celebrate a special occasion or treat yourself to an incredible meal, freshly prepared in one of our elegant restaurants, the Sterling Steakhouse or Sabatini’s, featuring menus your taste buds won’t soon forget.	Launched: 1st January 1999 Tonnage: 30,277 Length: Unknown Total Crew: Unknown Occupancy: 680 Rating: stars

	Pacific Princess While Pacific Princess features space onboard for just 680 passengers, she doesn’t skimp on amenities. As one of the Small Ships of Princess, this intimate ship offers two incredible speciality restaurants onboard, Sterling Steakhouse and Sabatini’s, both with great tasting food to enhance your night out. In the main dining rooms, Traditional Dining offers an authentic cruising experience where the same friendly waitstaff serve you each night as you get to know your fellow tablemates.	Launched: 8th January 1999 Tonnage: 30,277 Length: 593 feet Total Crew: 373 Occupancy: 680 Rating: stars

	Regal Princess A sister ship to Royal Princess®, and arriving in June of 2014, the new Regal Princess® is sure to delight its 3,600 passengers with exciting new innovations and signature features.	Launched: 1st June 2014 Tonnage: 141,000 Length: 1082 feet Total Crew: Unknown Occupancy: 3,600 Rating: stars

	Royal Princess Joining the fleet in June 2013, the new Royal Princess is sure to delight its 3,600 passengers with exciting new innovations and signature features.	Launched: 1st June 2013 Tonnage: 141,000 Length: 1082 feet Total Crew: 1,200 Occupancy: 3,600 Rating: stars

	Ruby Princess For a romantic getaway, there’s no better cruise ship than Ruby Princess, which was christened in 2008 by lovebirds Trista and Ryan Sutter of TV’s The Bachelorette. A night of romance can be created wherever you look, from a Piazza singer’s sweet serenade, to a relaxing couples massage from a cabana in The Sanctuary®. Movies Under the Stars® is also a cozy venue, where you can cuddle up under a warm blanket and watch a romantic comedy amongst the evening stars. To enhance its elegance, Ruby Princess sails to some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations, including the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. Rekindle your passion onboard the newest ship in the Princess fleet!	Launched: 15th November 2008 Tonnage: 113,000 Length: 950 feet Total Crew: 1,210 Occupancy: 3,080 Rating: stars

	Sapphire Princess Sapphire Princess was built in Japan and completed in 2004, fitted with over 700 balconies from which passengers can step out and enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze. Warm, welcoming crew members enhance your experience on board, from your friendly stateroom steward’s attentive service, to white-gloved waiters adorning your plate with freshly-baked pastries during Afternoon Tea, to sommeliers recommending the perfect wine to accompany your dish!	Launched: 6th January 2004 Tonnage: 116,000 Length: 951 feet Total Crew: 1,238 Occupancy: 2,670 Rating: stars

	Sea Princess Not long ago, Sea Princess was updated to include The Sanctuary®, a tranquil haven just for adults, a fitting enhancement for this relaxed, rejuvenating retreat at sea. Whether you’re cutting into a juicy steak cooked to order in the dining room, or enjoying the luxury of a special breakfast just for booking a suite, you’ll be taken care of on board as you sail to fascinating destinations all over the world with Sea Princess.	Launched: 14th November 1998 Tonnage: 77,000 Length: 950 feet Total Crew: Unknown Occupancy: 1,990 Rating: stars

	Star Princess Featuring all of the signature features, this cruise ship is truly a shining star of the Princess fleet. Comfortable surroundings and relaxing venues such as The Sanctuary®, the Piazza-style atrium and Movies Under the Stars® may entice you to spend all your time on board, as Star Princess is truly a destination in of herself. Her Wheelhouse Bar offers a complimentary British-style pub lunch menu on sea days for a treat, and the renowned Sabatini’s Italian restaurant is as authentic as they come. Set sail on Star Princess® and you truly will escape completely®!	Launched: 2nd January 2002 Tonnage: 109,000 Length: 951 feet Total Crew: 1,200 Occupancy: 2,590 Rating: stars

	Sun Princess Sun Princess has always been a cruise ship industry pioneer. When she was christened, she set the bar for offering a high percentage of balcony staterooms from which to view the exotic destinations of the world. Sun Princess is has been recently updated to include the most popular onboard venues, including The Sanctuary®, a serene haven just for adults, and our inviting Movies Under the Stars®.	Launched: 12th January 1995 Tonnage: 77,000 Length: 857 feet Total Crew: 900 Occupancy: 1,990 Rating: stars

Further Information

Affordable Luxury and an Abundance of Balconies

In addition to incorporating a wide range of choices, vessels in the Princess fleet are specifically designed to provide the ultimate in affordable luxury, with an emphasis on "big ship choice with small ship feel." No matter the size of the ship, public spaces are designed to feel intimate and are decorated in a contemporary style, allowing passengers to enjoy themselves in an informal, relaxed onboard atmosphere that mirrors today's lifestyles.

The company has also long been the leader in building ships specifically designed to accommodate an extensive number of the most sought-after shipboard luxury -- the private balcony. In the mid-1980s Princess pioneered the concept of the affordable veranda, once an exclusive feature incorporated in only the most expensive suites. Today, Princess' fleet offers one of the highest percentages of balcony cabins in the industry, across all cabin categories.

The physical design and decor of the ships, coupled with Princess' hallmark service excellence, creates an onboard atmosphere of relaxed luxury in which passengers can enjoy their perfect vacation experience.

Innovation in Passenger Choices

Building on past success, Princess is continually evolving to meet the needs of the today's vacationer. In the mid-1990s the company pioneered the concept of putting passengers in control of their own cruise experience with the introduction of its Sun-class ships. These revolutionary vessels gave passengers the freedom to choose from a wide range of flexible onboard facilities, amenities and services in order to create a personal vacation experience that takes the regimentation out of the cruise experience and suits each passenger's own needs and preferences.

Today, the line's emphasis on choice is apparent across the fleet, with each vessel offering its own unique version of a host of multiple dining options and locations; flexible and varied entertainment selections; renowned customer service; and a full complement of onboard activities including a variety of ScholarShip@Sea enrichment classes featuring computer training, ceramics, culinary arts, finance and photography. Some vessels even sport a giant Times Square-style "Movies Under the Stars" LED screen showing poolside movies and concerts. Often imitated but never duplicated, the Princess concept of cruise vacation customization has since been adopted as the touchstone of new ship design for the entire cruise industry.

Romance at Sea

As befits the cruise line that starred in "The Love Boat," Princess continues to emphasize romance with a variety of special onboard features designed to help couples celebrate their love. Princess was the first " and is still currently the only " major North American cruise line on which passengers can be wed at sea by the ship's captain. In addition, the line regularly hosts vow renewal ceremonies, anniversaries and even dramatic marriage proposals with the unique "Engagement Under the Stars" program for passengers who want to "pop the question" on the ship's 300-square-foot LED Movies Under the Stars screen. Special room service packages help passengers enjoy time alone together with all the ingredients for a romantic evening.

Princess Cruises is part of Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL and CUK), one of the largest vacation companies in the world.

Worldwide Destinations

Princess' philosophy of choice is also reflected in its sailing schedule. Offering voyages to more worldwide cruise destinations than any other major line, Princess has nearly 100 itineraries ranging from seven to 102 days. The line sails to all seven continents and calls at approximately 280 ports around the world. Princess passengers can enhance their cruise experience through the Adventures Ashore® program featuring more than 2,000 in-port excursions worldwide, and the company's expanding cruise tour offerings enable passengers to combine their cruise with a full land tour. Destinations include the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Europe, Mexican Riviera, South America, Australia/New Zealand, South Pacific, Hawaii, Tahiti/French Polynesia, Asia, India, Africa, Canada/New England, Antarctica and world cruises.

Having led the way in Gulf of Alaska cruising, Princess maintains a strong presence in Alaska. Through its Seattle-based Princess Tours division, the company operates a wide variety of spectacular land and sea experiences in the majestic "Land of the Midnight Sun." The largest cruise and tour operator in the state, Princess operates as many as eight cruise ships, five riverside wilderness lodges, luxury Princess Rail domed rail cars, and a fleet of deluxe motor coaches; allowing cruise passengers to connect seamlessly to a landside tour and experience several distinctly unique facets of the Alaska wilderness in a single trip.

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