Frequently Asked Questions
A Princess cruise includes everything you need to immerse yourself in your destinations. Along with your stateroom accommodation, your fare covers complimentary dining options, live entertainment and activities, port taxes and charges, and access to most onboard facilities including pools and the fitness centre. You may choose to take your journey further with a Princess Plus or Premier package for beverages, wifi, specialty dining and more.
The MedallionClass® experience is also included in your fare. With your wearable Medallion and its free app, you can locate friends and family on the ship, reserve dining and entertainment and unlock your stateroom door. Some additional Medallion features, like ordering food and drinks to your location, are included in the Princess Plus and Premier packages.
You’ll find a range of complimentary dining venues onboard. Enjoy freshly prepared meals and destination-focused selections in the main dining rooms. A wide range of food options, from local dishes to international favourites, are available at the onboard buffet or The Eatery (on Sphere Class ships) and casual dining venues offer light snacks or poolside eats. Complimentary beverages include coffee, hot tea, basic fruit juices, iced tea, lemonade and water.
Princess Cruises offers dazzling onboard entertainment, including live music, comedy shows, Broadway-calibre productions and Movies Under the Stars®, as part of your cruise experience. You’ll also have access to lounges, bars, and a variety of complimentary activities such as trivia, dance classes and themed events. Pools, hot tubs, sports courts and the fitness centre are included, while spa treatments, fitness classes and salon services are available at an additional cost.
When you book a perfectly packaged Princess Cruises holiday with us, you’ll enjoy exclusive Bonus Value like flights, hotel stays and the opportunity to upgrade to Princess Plus or Premier at a discounted rate, if this isn’t already included in your package.
Princess Cruises sails to over 345 destinations across all seven continents, offering everything from short nearby getaways to world voyages. Whether you’d rather be exploring tranquil beaches or historic temples, immerse yourself in every destination with award-winning shore excursions that are authentic, exciting and enriching.
Popular Princess Cruises destinations include:
- Alaska: Admire rugged landscapes, majestic wildlife and native culture on the Last Frontier.
- Asia: Discover dynamic cities, buzzing markets and ancient landmarks in China, Thailand and Singapore.
- Japan: Discover beauty, mystery and history in diverse cities and landscapes in the Japanese Archipelago, stopping at destinations like Tokyo, Akita and Otaru.
- South America: Experience rhythms, passions, robust cuisine and natural splendour in Uruguay, Machu Picchu, Buenos Aires and Cape Horn.
- Panama Canal: See awe-inspiring engineering, lush rainforests and diverse cultures sailing the Panama Canal.
Explore our Princess cruise holiday packages or speak with our Cruise Experts to find the perfect itinerary for you.
As of 2025, Princess Cruises operates a fleet of 18 ships, including Star Princess, the second ship in the Sphere Class, which launched in late 2025.
The fleet spans four classes: Sphere, Royal, Grand and Coral. These ships range from intimate, destination-focused vessels to large, feature-packed ships in the newest Sphere Class. Each ship offers its own mix of dining, entertainment and accommodation options, so you can choose the one that best suits your travel style.
Princess Cruises are all about itinerary immersion. With destination-themed activities and entertainment, local dishes and culinary demonstrations, and award-winning onshore excursions, Princess brings regional experiences onboard, so you can develop a deeper connection to the places you visit.
Make the most of every moment at sea. Savour gourmet treats in a poolside cabana, take a romantic stroll over a glass-bottomed walkway above the sea or start your fine art collection at an onboard art gallery auction. If you’re keen to learn something new, join an enrichment program or a destination-focused lecture that brings your itinerary to life. Onboard entertainment is rich and remarkable, with Broadway-calibre productions, comedy, illusionists, game shows and much more.
Dining with Princess Cruises is fresh and immersive. Using local ingredients from the ship’s destinations, onboard chefs and mixologists ensure quality in every bite. Enjoy a range of complimentary dining options offering chef-crafted menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Casual restaurants offer relaxed dining experiences for a nominal fee, while experiential restaurants offer an additional ‘wow’ factor with immersive dining experiences. Fine cuisine with exceptional service is a great way to indulge at an onboard specialty restaurant.
With its relaxing pace and classic cruise vibe, Princess Cruises appeals most to seniors, retirees and adult couples. Families and multi-generational groups are also welcome, with dedicated kids clubs, teen spaces and entertainment for all ages. Accommodation ranges from cosy interior staterooms to luxurious suites with ocean views and exclusive perks. The onboard vibe is relaxed and refined, making Princess Cruises ideal for travellers who love a mix of comfort, culture and connection.
MedallionClass is Princess Cruises’ award-winning technology platform designed to make your holiday more seamless, personalised and connected. At the heart of this experience is the OceanMedallion, a small, coin-sized wearable device that replaces your traditional cruise card. It’s waterproof, lightweight and free for every guest.
Before you sail, you complete OceanReady® steps in the Princess app to set up your profile. Your Medallion is then linked to your account and activates features like automatic payments, location-based service and itinerary management. It speeds up boarding, unlocks your stateroom automatically when you approach, and lets you make purchases without swiping a card. You can order food and drinks anywhere on the ship using the OceanNow® feature, find your way around with OceanCompass™, and even locate friends or family with ShipMates.
The Medallion also connects with interactive portals and your stateroom TV, so you can check your itinerary, book activities and see what’s happening on board. Plus, you’ll enjoy MedallionNet®, the fastest wifi at sea, for streaming, video calls and staying connected. You can wear your Medallion on a lanyard or choose accessories like bracelets, clips or pendants.
Best of all, the Medallion is free and works on every Princess ship. This innovation has become a signature feature across the entire fleet, using smart technology to integrate services across the ship and create a frictionless cruising experience.
