Princess Cruiseshas revealed for the first time the main features of its new 3,660-passenger ship, the Enchanted Princess. The vessel will be christened in Southampton at the end of June 2020.It will
therefore be the company's first ship to be christened in the UK since the Royal Princess in 2013.
Like its sister ship, the Sky Princess, which will be launched in 2019, the Enchanted Princess will feature two new Sky Suites located in the central area of the upper deck. These 270-degree panoramic cabins will offer unobstructed views of the Cinema Under the Stars screen, creating an ideal space for
entertainment. The suites can accommodate up to five people, making them perfect for families.
The ship will also feature a redesigned 'Salty Dog Gastropub'. This venue will broadcast sporting events of all kinds and offer a premium food and beverage selection, including the award-winning 'Ernesto Burger'. There will also be a revamped Sabatini restaurant, the renowned trattoria enjoyed on board Princess Cruises, which will feature new handmade pasta dishes prepared fresh daily.
Passengers will witness the new art deco décor for the Princess Live TV Studio and café, where visitors can watch live performances while enjoying drinks and snacks. They can also take relaxing dips in the Wakeview pool on the aft deck or enjoy the completely refurbished Sanctuary on the upper deck, an exclusive, adults-only area of Princess Cruises featuring private cabanas.
The Vice President of Princess Cruises for the UK and Europe stated that “with the launch of the Enchanted Princess in Southampton and our continued commitment to enhancing services on board our growing fleet, we are experiencing an exciting time for Princess Cruises, constantly striving to be attractive to passengers looking for something new and exciting, both in terms of onboard offerings and destinations.”.
Following its christening, the Enchanted Princess will sail the Mediterranean throughout the summer of 2020. The ship will offer cruises of 7 to 22 days from Barcelona, Athens, and Rome.
