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T R E A S UR E S & E MP IR E S O F T HE ME DI T E R R A NE A N Few destinations can match the Mediterranean — an inviting region of sunny shores and rustic islands, modern cities set beside ancient ruins, seaside villages and timeless traditions. And no one can show it to you like Princess.® In 2016, choose from voyages ranging from a week to 48 days, including itineraries on the beautiful Royal Princess,® the dazzling Emerald Princess® or the small ship Pacific Princess.® You can explore the Western Mediterranean, Adriatic and Aegean seas; visit premier ports like Rome, Barcelona, Athens and Naples; venture to the coast of Turkey or the Greek isles; extend your time with Land & Sea Vacations to France, Switzerland or Italy, and more.
Below: Discover your own favorite passages through magical Venice
NEW WAYS TO SEE THE OLD WORLD Princess has joined forces with Discovery™ to bring you Discovery at Sea — exciting new programs that bring the wonders of the world to life. •D iscovery On Board. Participate in hands-on activities, including Stargazing at Sea, Discovery Under the Sea, special cooking programs and Discovery Kids & Teens Program. •D iscovery On Shore. Join Discovery™ Recommended excursions to the most celebrated sites and Discovery Exclusive tours, with offerings you can’t get anywhere else, like an after-hours tour of St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice. See page 13 for more Discovery Recommended tours. For more information visit: princess.com/discovery Left to right: Take in the night sky with Discovery at Sea; settle into some brats, pretzels and beer for Oktoberfest
S OA K IN T HE L OC A L F L AVOR S; R E V EL IN T HE RIC H T R A DITIONS Princess brings the joy of discovery on board, putting the spotlight on local, regional entertainment, festivals, food and cultural experiences. •F estivals of the World. Experience the grandeur of the Venice Carnevale, which is renown for its elaborate masks and costumes, or sample the hearty fare, stout beers and jovial spirit of Oktoberfest at our colorful on-deck parties. • Regional fare on board. Savor Spain’s famous gazpacho, Italian specialties like linguini with seafood and tiramisu, and delicious themed-buffets, including Moroccan, Italian and French-Mediterranean. Sip homemade limoncello and take your pick from one of the largest Super Tuscan wine selections at sea. • Enriching entertainment. Enjoy a Turkish folkloric performance or watch a Venice string orchestra with a cappuccino in the Piazza. Catch special Princess “Destinations in Depth” documentaries on your stateroom TV.* *On select sailings.
On the cover: (clockwise from top) A Princess ship sails past the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul; one of Santorini’s iconic whitewashed churches; Michelangelo's David stands watch in Florence
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S UNN Y S H O R E S & M A GIC A L M O ME N T S Because everyone has different interests, schedules and traveling preferences, Princess offers a variety of options for experiencing the incredible places of the Mediterranean. Royal Princess,® our signature Mediterranean ship, sails itineraries from three different home ports — Rome, Barcelona and Athens — each with a focus on unique places in the region. Pacific Princess® brings the intimacy of small ship sailing to Europe with several voyages of 11 days or longer, while Emerald Princess® explores the Canary Islands and other destinations. Longer transatlantic sailings offer even more variety for those looking for more time at sea.
Rome-based Cruises
The Eternal City — Rome There are some cities in the world where history lives and breathes around every turn. Rome is just such a place — wander at your leisure and you’ll stumble upon such iconic landmarks as the Colosseum, the Forum, the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. Don’t miss a visit to Vatican City and the stunning Sistine Chapel, or the shopping on the Via Veneto. The Forum – Rome, Italy
FRANCE
ITALY
Monte Florence/Pisa (Livorno) Carlo Rome Toulon (Civitavecchia)
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Istanbul
Naples
MONACO
GREECE
Messina SICILY
Valletta
MALTA
Athens (Piraeus)
Santorini
TURKEY
Kusadasi Mykonos
Heraklion CRETE
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Barcelona SPAIN
Naples
SARDINIA
ITALY
Cagliari
Mediterranean Sea
Athens
TURKEY
Kusadasi Mykonos Santorini CRETE Heraklion
(Piraeus)
SICILY
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette) Valletta TUNISIA
Istanbul GREECE
Messina MALTA
Isles Princess - 21 & Day Greek Isles & Med Collection 21RoyalGreek Royal Princess®
(Rt from ROM)016_R2_CA D ays
(ROM to BAR)016_R3_CA Mediterranean Collection Days
Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia)
Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Cagliari), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Toulon (for Provence), Barcelona
2016 Departure Dates
Jun 4 S at Jul 23 S at Sep 10 S at
2016 Departure Dates
Jun 4 S at Jul 23 S at
Rome-based Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings
Rome
ITALY
(Civitavecchia)
Istanbul
ITALY
Naples
Athens (Piraeus)
Rome
Barcelona
GREECE TURKEY
(Civitavecchia)
Kotor Naples
SPAIN
Kusadasi
MONTENEGRO
Istanbul GREECE TURKEY
Athens Messina
Kusadasi Mykonos Santorini
(Piraeus)
SICILY
Mykonos Mediterranean Sea
7 D ays
Greece & Turkey
CRETE
Royal Princess 7 Day Greek & Turkey (ROM-ATH) 016_R1_CA
Heraklion CRETE
Heraklion
Royal Princess®
Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus)
RoyalMediterranean Princess - 14 Day&Mediterranean & Aegean Medley 14 Royal Princess® (ROM to BAR)016_R1_CA Medley Days Aegean Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kotor, Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Barcelona
2016 Departure Dates
May 14 S at Jun 4 S at Jul 2 S at Jul 23 S at Aug 20 S at Sep 10 S at
2016 Departure Dates
May 14 S at Jul 2 S at Aug 20 S at
Harems to Hagia Sophia Spread across the meeting place of two continents separated by a narrow strait of water is the magnificent city of Istanbul. Rivaling Paris or Rome for landmarks, the city is a fascinating convergence of old and new. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage historic center and sights like Topkapi Palace, begun by Suleyman the Magnificent, with its legendary harem room, and the majestic Byzantine masterpiece Hagia Sophia, which is adorned with a stunning marble interior. Hagia Sophia – Istanbul, Turkey
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Barcelona-based Cruises
Breathtaking Barcelona Begin your voyage in Barcelona — the heart and soul of Spain’s Catalan region. This cultural capital is known for stylish people, wide and beautiful boulevards, and eclectic architecture — most notably that of native son Antoni Gaudí, whose fanciful, organic structures can be seen from the ornate facades of La Pedrera to his crowning jewel, La Sagrada Família cathedral. Be sure to take some time at a café on Las Ramblas to sample some of the city’s delicious tapas and people watch. And don't miss the labyrinth streets and alleys of the Barri Gotic, the old center of the city with some buildings dating to Medieval times. La Sagrada Família – Barcelona Spain
FRANCE
FRANCE
Florence/Pisa
Monte Carlo Marseille Toulon
(Livorno)
Genoa Marseille Barcelona
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Naples
SPAIN
Istanbul GREECE
ITALY
Mediterranean Sea
Aegean Sea
Athens SICILY
Tunis/Carthage Palermo (La Goulette)
(Piraeus)
CRETE
TUNISIA
Royal Princess - 14 Day Mediterranean Medley 14 Mediterranean Medley D ays(BAR to ATH)016_R1_CA
TURKEY
Kusadasi Mykonos Heraklion
Royal Princess®
Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus) 2016 Departure Dates
May 7 S at May 28 S at Jun 25 S at Jul 16 S at Aug 13 S at Sep 3 S at
Florence/Pisa (Livorno) Genoa Rome (Civitavecchia)
MONACO
Barcelona SPAIN
Naples
SARDINIA
Cagliari
Mediterranean Sea
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette)
Palermo
ITALY
Istanbul GREECE
Athens
TURKEY
Kusadasi Messina SICILY Mykonos Santorini MALTA CRETE Heraklion Valletta (Piraeus)
TUNISIA
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Royal Princess®
Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Cagliari), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Toulon (for Provence), Barcelona 2016 Departure Dates
May 28 S at Jul 16 S at Sep 3 S at
Barcelona-based Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings FRANCE
FRANCE
Genoa Marseille Barcelona SPAIN
Florence/Pisa Rome
Naples ITALY
Palermo
Istanbul GREECE
Athens
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Naples
SPAIN
TURKEY
Kusadasi Messina Mykonos Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette) Santorini CRETE Valletta Heraklion MALTA (Piraeus)
Mediterranean Sea
(Livorno)
Genoa Marseille Barcelona
(Livorno)
(Civitavecchia)
Florence/Pisa
ITALY
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette) TUNISIA
TUNISIA
Istanbul
GREECE
Athens
TURKEY
Kusadasi Mykonos Santorini CRETE Heraklion
(Piraeus)
Mediterranean Sea
SICILY
MONTENEGRO
Kotor
SICILY
Messina Palermo
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Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia)
Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Crete (Heraklion), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kotor, Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Barcelona 2016 Departure Dates
2016 Departure Date
May 7 S at May 21* S at Jun 25 S at Jul 9* S at Aug 13 S at
Sep 3 S at
* Itinerary is round trip from Athens instead of Barcelona. Port order may vary.
FRANCE
Monte Carlo Genoa Florence/Pisa Toulon (Livorno) Marseille Rome MONACO (Civitavecchia) Barcelona SARDINIA
ITALY
Cagliari
SPAIN
Mediterranean Sea
Palermo
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette)
SICILY
TUNISIA
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Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia) 2016 Departure Dates
May 7 S at May 28 S at Jun 18* S at Jun 25 S at Jul 16 S at
Aug 6* S at Aug 13 S at Sep 3 S at Sep 24* S at
* Itinerary operates in reverse order. Port order may vary. Toulon replaces Marseille, Monte Carlo replaces Genoa (Milan), Sardinia (Cagliari) replaces Sicily (Palermo).
Romance of the Renaissance In the 15th and 16th centuries, there was no more important place in Europe to be if you were an artist or thinker than Florence, Italy, the heart of the Renaissance. Sponsored by the powerful Medici family, one of the great fertile periods in cultural evolution flourished during which Galileo pondered the heavens, Michelangelo wrestled subtle beauty from stone, and Leonardo da Vinci painted his masterpieces. Il Duomo – Florence, Italy
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Athens-based Cruises
Ancient Athens
It has been called the Cradle of Western Civilization. And a visit to modern Athens helps you understand why. Everywhere you look, history is on display: from the narrow winding streets of the charming Plaka neighborhood to the undisputed focal point of the city — the mighty Acropolis — atop which sits the iconic Parthenon, perhaps the world’s most recognizable structure. Acropolis – Athens, Greece
Rome
ITALY
Barcelona
Adriatic Sea
(Civitavecchia)
MONTENEGRO
ITALY
Kotor
Naples
Naples
SPAIN
GREECE
Athens
Messina
Mediterranean Sea
SICILY
Valletta
Mediterranean Sea
Kusadasi Santorini
MALTA
Santorini
Royal Princess®
(Piraeus)
Messina
(Piraeus)
SICILY
Royal Princess 7 Mediterranean Adriatic016_R2_CA 7 Day Med & Adriatic & (ATH-BCN) D ays
TURKEY
Athens
GREECE
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Royal Princess 7 Day Med & Aegean (ATH-ROM) 016_R2_CA
Days
Mediterranean & Aegean
Royal Princess®
Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kotor, Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Barcelona
Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia)
2016 Departure Dates
2016 Departure Dates
May 21 S at Jul y 9 S at Aug 27 S at
Jun 11 S at Jul 30 S at Sep 17 S at
Monte Carlo FRANCE
ITALY
Toulon
Genoa Marseille
(Livorno)
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Barcelona
SARDINIA
Naples
Cagliari
SPAIN
Mediterranean Sea
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette)
TUNISIA
Florence/Pisa
FRANCE
Florence/Pisa
SICILY
Barcelona
GREECE
Athens TURKEY (Piraeus) Messina Kusadasi
MALTA
ITALY
Santorini
(Livorno)
Rome
(Civitavecchia) MONTENEGRO Adriatic Sea
Naples
Kotor
GREECE
Athens
SPAIN
(Piraeus)
Mediterranean Sea
Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette)
Valletta
TUNISIA
SICILY
Messina Palermo
Santorini Mediterranean Sea
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RoyalMediterranean Princess - 14 Day&Mediterranean & Adriatic Medley 14 Royal Princess® (ATHAdriatic to ROM)016_R1_CA Medley Days
Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Valletta (Malta), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Cagliari), Tunis/ Carthage (La Goulette), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Toulon (for Provence), Barcelona
Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Kotor, Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Barcelona, Marseille (for Provence), Genoa (for Milan), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Tunis/Carthage (La Goulette), Sicily (Palermo), Rome (Civitavecchia)
2016 Departure Dates
2016 Departure Dates
Jun 11 S at Jul 30 S at Sep 17 S at
May 21 S at Jul 9 S at Aug 27 S at
Small Ship Cruises
Small Ship Sailing
Fewer people, a leisurely pace and having all your restaurants, bars and amenities nearby are just a few of the attractions of the classic cruise experience of small ship sailing. On the intimate Pacific Princess,® you’ll be one of fewer than 700 guests sailing into both premier ports and smaller, less-frequented destinations that larger ships just can’t reach. Venice, Italy
Venice
Rijeka
ITALY
Dubrovnik
Athens (Piraeus)
MONTENEGRO
Venetian Connoisseur
Pacific Princess®
D ays Pacific Princess - 12 Day Venetian Connoisseur
Adriatic Sea
ITALY
SPAIN
Mediterranean Sea
Valletta
Overnights in Barcelona and Venice
12
Days
CROATIA
Dubrovnik
Barcelona
Mytilene Kusadasi
Aegean Sea
Mykonos Santorini
12
Venice
Istanbul
GREECE
TURKEY
Mediterranean Sea
(Livorno)
Portofino Nice
Split Adriatic Sea
Florence/Pisa
FRANCE
CROATIA
Western Mediterranean & Adriatic Connoisseur
Kotor
GREECE
Cephalonia (Argostoli)
MALTA
Pacific Princess®
(RT from VEN)016_R1_CA Venice, Split, Santorini, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Mytilene, Athens (Piraeus), Mykonos, Dubrovnik, Rijeka, Venice
Pacific Princess - 12 Day Western Med & Adriatic Connoisseur (VEN to BAR)016_R1_CA Venice (overnight), Dubrovnik, Kotor, Cephalonia (Argostoli), Valletta (Malta), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Portofino, Nice, Barcelona (overnight)
2016 Departure Date
2016 Departure Date
Nov 9 Wed
Oct 4 Tue
Atlantic Ocean AZORES ISLANDS
UNITED STATES BERMUDA
Hamilton
Ponta Delgada
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Naples ITALY
Barcelona SPAIN
SICILY
Messina Gibraltar
PORTUGAL
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D ays
Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Barcelona, Gibraltar, Azores Islands (Ponta Delgada), Bermuda (Hamilton), Ft. Lauderdale 2016 Departure Date
Dec 3 S at
A City of the Sea From its humble origins to one of the most important empires of the Middle Ages, Venice has weaved its magical spell over visitors. The lions and clocktower moors of San Marcos have watched over the lagoon throughout the city’s history, and today tourists discover the city’s enchanting romance by riding gondolas and vaporetti through its maze of canals. Gondolas – Venice, Italy
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Small Ship Cruises
ITALY
Barcelona
SLOVENIA
Rome
Venice
(Civitavecchia)
Naples SPAIN Mediterranean Sea
GREECE
(Civitavecchia)
Naples Salerno
(Piraeus)
SICILY
Santorini
Rhodes
12
Adriatic Sea
Korcula Dubrovnik
Corfu
SICILY
Aegean Sea
GREECE
Istanbul Khios
TURKEY
Catania
Overnight in Barcelona
Mediterranean Sea
Pacific Princess Pacific Princess® 12 Day Greek Isles Connoisseur (BCN-ROM) 016_R2_CA
D ays
CROATIA
ITALY
Mykonos Kusadasi Athens
Messina
(Koper)
Rome
TURKEY
Aegean Sea
Overnights in Istanbul and Venice
Ljubljana
Greek Isles Connoisseur
12
Pacific Princess® Adriatic & Aegean Connoisseur Pacific Princess_12 Day Adriatic & Aegean Connoisseur Days (ROM to VEN)(Mini Brochure)(v2)016_R1_CA
Barcelona (overnight), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Rhodes, Santorini, Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia)
Rome (Civitavecchia), Salerno, Catania, Khios, Istanbul (overnight), Corfu, Korcula, Ljubljana (Koper), Venice (overnight)
2016 Departure Date
2016 Departure Dates
Oct 16 Sun
Sep 22 Thu Oct 28 ˆ Fri Nov 21* Mon
ˆ Naples for (Capri & Pompeii) replaces Salerno. * Itinerary operates in reverse order. Dubrovnik replaces Korcula; Naples (for Capri & Pompeii) replaces Salerno.
ENGLAND
London (Dover)
Atlantic Ocean
La Coruña
FRANCE
Paris/Normandy (Le Havre)
Sète Barcelona SPAIN
Monte Carlo MONACO
Florence/Pisa (Livorno)
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
ITALY
Gibraltar Mediterranean Sea
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D ays
London (Dover), Paris/Normandy (Le Havre), La Coruña (for Santiago de Compostela), Gibraltar, Barcelona, Sète (for Carcassonne), Monte Carlo, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Rome (Civitavecchia) 2016 Departure Date
Sep 11 Sun
Greece’s Island Gems Think of the idyllic Mediterranean paradise and one thing comes to mind — the Greek isles. Scattered like jewels throughout the Aegean and Mediterranean seas, these diverse islands encompass everything from the Venetian-influenced Corfu to the whitesand beaches and classic whitewashed villages of isles like Santorini and Mykonos. Discover your own favorite spot amidst the ancient ruins, friendly towns and gorgeous, rugged landscapes of Europe’s most famous islands. Santorini, Greece
London-based Cruises
London (Dover)
Atlantic Ocean
ENGLAND
Paris/ Normandy Ljubljana (Koper)
(Le Havre) FRANCE SLOVENIA
Overnights in Istanbul and Venice
ENGLAND
CROATIA
Atlantic Ocean
Rome Monte Carlo Venice (Civitavecchia) Sète Korcula La Coruña Istanbul ITALY Barcelona MONACO Corfu Salerno TURKEY SPAIN GREECE Khios Florence/Pisa (Livorno) Catania Mediterranean Sea Gibraltar
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London
(Southampton)
Vigo PORTUGAL MADEIRA
SPAIN
Funchal Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Lanzarote
CANARY ISLANDS
(Arrecife)
Gran Canaria (Las Palmas)
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D ays
Days
London (Dover), Paris/Normandy (Le Havre), La Coruña (for Santiago de Compostela), Gibraltar, Barcelona, Sète (for Carcassonne), Monte Carlo, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Rome (Civitavecchia), Salerno, Catania, Khios, Istanbul (overnight), Corfu, Korcula, Ljubljana (Koper), Venice (overnight)
London (Southampton), Gran Canaria (Las Palmas), Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Lanzarote (Arrecife), Madeira (Funchal), Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), London (Southampton) 2016 Departure Dates
Apr 26 Tue Sep 17 S at
2016 Departure Date
Sep 11 Sun
This voyage is a combination of the 11-day European Explorer cruise and the 9/22/16 12-day
Adriatic & Aegean Connoisseur cruise both shown on page 8.
ENGLAND
London
(Southampton) FRANCE
Atlantic Ocean
Genoa Marseille
Florence/Pisa (Livorno)
ITALY
SPAIN
Gibraltar
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Barcelona
CORSICA
Ajaccio
Mediterranean Sea
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D ays
Emerald Princess®
London (Southampton), Barcelona, Corsica (Ajaccio), Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Genoa (for Milan), Marseille (for Provence), Gibraltar, London (Southampton) 2016 Departure Dates
May 14 S at Jul 23 S at Aug 20 S at Sep 3 S at
Rock of Ages At the southern tip of Spain, but a part Great Britain, Gibraltar’s famous Rock towers over a city that is a melting pot of cultures. This northern half of the Pillars of Hercules has marked the gateway to the Mediterranean since antiquity and today its long history is reflected in a mix of North African, Spanish and British culture. Nature has lavished more than 600 varieties of flowers, some found nowhere else, and the unique Barbary apes, the only wild apes in Europe. Barbary Ape – Gibraltar princess.com
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Transatlantic Cruises
London
Overnights in Venice & Istanbul Atlantic Ocean
Venice Rome
Ljubljana
(Civitavecchia)
ITALY
Ft. Lauderdale
Messina
Dubrovnik
AZORES Naples Hamilton ISLANDS Barcelona BERMUDA Ponta SPAIN Delgada UNITED
STATES
Atlantic Ocean SICILY
(Koper)
CROATIA
Rome
ENGLAND
Naples
JORDAN Suez Canal
THAILAND
Dubai Phuket
Bangkok
INDIA
Equator
TURKEY
Ko Samui Singapore Bali
INDONESIA
Perth
Khios Gibraltar Messina Corfu Catania SICILY
Equator
(Benoa)
South Pacific Ocean AUSTRALIA
(Fremantle)
Margaret River
Sydney
(Busselton)
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
(Laem Chabang)
Aqaba Cochin
Istanbul
29
EMIRATES
ITALY
EGYPT
GREECE
Overnight in Dubai
(Civitavecchia) UNITED ARAB
(Southampton)
SLOVENIA
Melbourne
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Venice (overnight), Ljubljana (Koper), Dubrovnik, Corfu, Istanbul (overnight), Khios, Catania, Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Barcelona, Gibraltar, Azores Islands (Ponta Delgada), Bermuda (Hamilton), Ft. Lauderdale
London (Southampton), Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Sicily (Messina – for Mt. Etna & Taormina), Suez Canal Transit, Aqaba (for Petra), Dubai (overnight), Cochin, Phuket, Singapore, Ko Samui, Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Bali (Benoa), Perth (Fremantle), Margaret River (Busselton), Melbourne, Sydney
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Combine this voyage with the 5/7/16 7-day Mediterranean cruise shown on page 5 for a
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Combine this voyage with the 9/24/16 7-day Mediterranean cruise shown on page 5 for a
23-day Western Mediterranean Grand Adventure.®
The Mediterranean — Better by Land and Sea
If you’d like to see even more of the Mediterranean’s great places, take your adventure ashore with a Land & Sea Vacation. These itineraries combine a voyage with an escorted land tour to some of the region’s legendary destinations. Visit timeless Paris and the dazzling French countryside, the idyllic beauty of the Swiss Alps or the great cities of Italy. Carcassonne, France
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3 nights Paris, 1 night Avignon, 1 night Carcassonne, 1 night Barcelona/ 7-day Mediterranean cruise
2 nights Venice, 2 nights Florence, 2 nights Rome/ 7-day Greece & Turkey cruise or 7-day Mediterranean cruise
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Don’t just see the sights of the Mediterranean from the ship — get up close to its people and landmarks with an array of our award-winning shore excursions. Ride a horse-drawn carriage through a vineyard in Tuscany, tour ancient ruins on a Greek isle, shop in exotic markets in Turkey, sample paella in Spain and much more.
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Top to bottom: History is alive behind Dubrovnik’s medieval city walls; exquisite Renaissance architecture at the Baptistery in Pisa
Discover even more Princess Cruises and Discovery have joined forces to bring you unforgettable excursions. Princess Cruises is proud to offer shore excursions that are not only fascinating experiences for the whole family, but recommended by two of the most trusted names in world travel – Discovery and Animal Planet. Discovery tours created exclusively for Princess are also available. ©
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Athens: Best of Athens Experience the best of Athens on a guided driving and walking tour highlighting its major sights. Explore the ruins of the Acropolis and see the Parthenon. Visit the National Archaeological Museum and its trove of Greek antiquities, and enjoy free time to stroll the colorful shops and cafes of the Plaka.
Barcelona: La Sagrada Família & Parc Güell Rarely is an architect so closely identified with his city as Antoni Gaudí is with Barcelona. On this stunning four-hour tour you will view Gaudí’s masterpieces, from the soaring spires of La Sagrada Família, to the quirky charm of Parc Güell.
Florence: Ultimate Florence & Pisa This guided walking tour brings you to the cultural center of Renaissance. You’ll visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. At the Historic Center of Florence, you’ll see the Piazza del Duomo, the Accademia and the famous Uffizi Gallery. Istanbul: St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi & Harem The sights, sounds and color of Istanbul resound in this walking tour of Istanbul. Visit the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace Museum, an impressive complex hugging the Bosphorus. Witness the harem section and the world’s seventh-largest diamond. Step into the Hagia Sophia, considered the greatest work of Byzantine architecture. Monte Carlo: Best of Monaco Enjoy this half-day tour of this tiny principality, home of the international jet-set. You’ll experience the charms of Old Monaco and take in the wonder of the Prince’s Palace, before basking in the marble splendor of St. Nicholas Cathedral. Santorini: Best of Santorini Experience the major sights of this quintessential Greek island on a guided walking tour. Visit quaint Oia, sample local wines, thrill to the views atop Mt. Prophet Elijah, visit the island’s oldest Byzantine church and photograph Kamari’s black sand beach. Marseille: Aix-en-Provence & Notre-Dame de la Garde Discover Aix-en-Provence during a fascinating guided walk around the old town, before exploring the city’s elegant shops, boutiques and galleries. After lunch on your own, return to Marseille for a delightful narrated drive that passes by the stunning Notre-Dame de la Garde cathedral, and Le Vieux Port.
Lisbon: Fatima Join the many pilgrims who travel to Fatima to view the basilica and the Chapel of Apparitions, built on the site where the Virgin made her miraculous appearance in 1917. Mykonos: Delos: Birthplace of Apollo Cruise across the harbor of Delos and explore the island’s vast Archaeological treasures on this guided walking tour of the Sacred Island of Antiquity, birthplace of Apollo. Discover the ruins of this extensive area, including a trio of extraordinary temples, which is rich in cultural and historic significance. Seville (Cádiz): Andalusian Horse School & Sherry Tasting Experience the true heart of Andalusian culture. You’ll travel to Jerez, one of the famed producers of world-class sherry for a bodega tour and delicious wine tasting. Then, it’s off to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art to see the beautiful dancing horses perform or train. RECOMMENDED
Sicily: Cooking Demonstration at L’Antica Masseria Experience Sicily’s traditional cuisine during this excursion to L’Antica Masseria, an 18th-century farmhouse for a cooking lesson conducted by the charming Baroness di Salvo. Valletta: Marsaxlokk Village & Wine Tasting Only available to small exclusive groups, experience Malta’s ancient history and heritage. Tour two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Hypogeum, the oldest prehistoric underground temple in the world, and the megalithic temples at Tarxien, which date back to 2800 B.C. Venice: Evening Gondola Ride with Serenade Have the experience of your dreams on this special evening gondola ride along some of the famous Canals of Venice. View the ornate Renaissance and baroque buildings and ancient stone bridges that occupy the waterways, and bask in the city’s glory as your gondola gently glides across the water.
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Exploring on Your Own
Dubrovnik: Dubrovnik’s City Walls You’ll stroll along the ancient city walls, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy stunning views of life both inside and outside the walls and visit the Maritime Museum for more insight into Dubrovnik’s nautical past.
Barcelona: Sitges on Your Own Travel to the old fishing port of Sitges, one of Spain’s favorite seaside resorts, for a fun day of sunbathing, swimming in the Mediterranean or enjoying a long, lazy lunch.
Florence/Pisa: Climb the Leaning Tower Put on your comfortable shoes and get ready to climb up one of the world’s most iconic buildings. But the Leaning Tower of Pisa is not the only UNESCO World Heritage Site worth exploring. Enjoy free time to discover the monumental wonders of the Cathedral of Pisa and the Baptistery. Florence/Pisa: Tuscany Wine Cellar & Carriage Ride This guided walking tour brings you to the cultural center of the Renaissance. You’ll visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. At the Historic Center of Florence you’ll see the Piazza del Duomo, the Accademia and the famous Uffizi Gallery.
Rome: Rome on Your Own Endless possibilities, the freedom to explore, an itinerary tailored to your dreams: this is what it’s like to discover Rome on your own. A scenic motorcoach brings you into the heart of the Eternal City and St. Peter’s Square. Athens: Athens on Your Own Set off from the Plaka, close to the gateway of Athens' colorful shopping district. Lively cafes and tavernas, cultural museums and cobblestone lanes welcome you as you explore this great city.
Madeira: Câmara de Lobos & Ribeira Brava by 4X4 Explore the island interior by 4WD safari vehicle on this half-day tour. Discover the island’s unique valleys and ecosystems along the way. A drink is included on this half-day excursion. Mykonos: Mykonos Beach Getaway Spend three hours of fun in the sun on Platis Yialos or Kalafatis, one of Mykonos’ famed beaches, on the south side of the island. Turquoisecolored water, golden sand and an abundance of water sports activities and amenities are yours to discover at this renowned resort.
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Find more information about our excursions at: princess.com/excursions
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DE S IG NE D T O IN S P IR E AW E In the Mediterranean, the opportunities for adventure seem nearly limitless. Yet you’ll also be dazzled by all the possibilities you find on board. Because each Princess ship is a sensational destination all its own. Strolling into the bustling central Atrium, you feel the last traces of stress melt away. In the European town square-style Piazza, there’s a glass of wine with your name on it, a pianist is playing your favorite song, and you feel your breathing ease into the rhythm of freedom. And that feeling will only grow day after day — the sense that this was just what you needed, that you are exactly where you need to be. And you’ll soon find that while each European port is indeed filled with fascinating sights and new experiences, coming back to your Princess ship is what you look forward to most of all.
Left to right: A Venice string orchestra performs in the atrium; a champagne waterfall kicks off a special evening
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Clockwise left to right: Enjoying an authentic Italian feast at Sabatini’s; Princess Seawitch West Coast IPA; delectable Norman Love chocolates
Say “yes” to every whim You’re on vacation, and we know that delectable dining is a big part of any successful adventure. Whatever your pleasure, whatever the time, Princess has the perfect item for every palate. •T he Choice Is Yours. Dine when you want and with whom with Anytime Dining. Or choose classic Traditional Dining at the same table with the same waitstaff each evening. SM
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Venues vary by ship. Nominal charges may apply. Note: Once on board and subject to availability, you may switch from Traditional Dining to Anytime Dining with 24-hour notice to the maître d’. Anytime Dining is not available on all ships. Dining options, locations and venues may vary by ship, and actual meal times and charges are subject to change.
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D AY S & NIG H T S AT T HE PA C E O F Y O U What would you do if you had all the time in the world and endless diversions just beyond your door? On your Princess ship in the Mediterranean, the answer is whatever your mood inspires. Each day is yours to enjoy as you choose — perhaps you’ll take in a morning port presentation or a Zumba® class, followed by some shopping in the ship’s duty-free boutiques. This afternoon, you can select a champagne art auction, a galley tour or a talk by a historian on Mediterranean art and architecture. And come evening, the options are equally enticing — live entertainment in the lounges, games in the casino, spectacles in the theater, dancing in the nightclubs and movies on the big screen poolside.
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The Lotus Spa,® named Best Spa on a Cruise Ship by Spafinder Wellness 365, offers pampering services from massage to manicure. The Sanctuary, our tranquil oasis reserved just for adults, offers healthy beverages, plush loungers and the attentive service of our Serenity Stewards. Our enrichment program offers enlightening courses including culinary demonstrations, yoga classes, art auctions, trivia contests and more. Plus, European experts on the destinations you will be visiting share their tips and insights with illuminating lectures. Our duty-free onboard boutiques, awarded the distinction of “Best Onboard Shopping” by readers of Porthole Magazine, feature souvenirs, jewelry, Princess merchandise, and Mediterranean arts and crafts.
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PRINCESS GIFT CARD Looking for an inspiring gift to help someone you love come back new? A Princess gift card can be used toward booking their next cruise, or for services or merchandise on board a Princess ship. Gift cards may be purchased in any denomination and sent as either a plastic or digital card.
Left to right: Catch a Princess Theater musical like “Fiera”; let the chips fall in the Casino
Movies Under the Stars,® a Princess exclusive, brings you feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events, including live football, all on a giant screen poolside throughout the day and evening. Bars and lounges include the Wheelhouse Bar, named one of the Best Cruise Ship Bars by Cruise Critic, as well as venues to enjoy cocktails and live music, karaoke, dancing and comedy throughout the ship. In the sophisticated Casino, an exciting atmosphere, slot machines and games of chance like blackjack, poker and roulette await.
Original musical productions you can see only on a Princess ship feature world-class performers, singers and dancers, who bring your evening ALIVE with a wide variety of production shows, ranging from Broadway style to opera and top 40 hits to timeless classics. Extraordinary guest entertainers from around the world, including comedians, many whom have appeared on Comedy Central and late night TV, tribute artists, illusionists and a wide range of variety street performers add energy and pizzazz throughout the ship to create a truly memorable cruise experience.
Venues vary by ship. Nominal charges may apply.
For more information visit: princess.com/onboard
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A C O MF Y R E T R E AT T O C A L L Y O UR O W N Whether you’re looking for more room or a great value, Princess has a stateroom to match. Each features fine standard Princess® amenities, including: • Comfortable queen or two twin beds • Refrigerator • Flat-panel TV • Private bathroom with shower • 100% cotton, high thread count linens
• Complimentary 24-hour room service • Spacious closet • Desk • Hair dryer & fine bathroom amenities • Digital Security safe
Suite with balcony Includes all the fine amenities of a spacious Mini-suite plus: • Luxury balcony furniture including 2 loungers, 4 chairs, table and ottoman • Bathroom tub and separate shower with privacy door • 2 floor-to-ceiling glass doors • Separate sitting area with sofa bed, chair and 2 tables • Granite bar area (most with wet bar) • One complimentary mini-bar setup • Roomy walk-in closet • Upgraded bathroom amenities • Complimentary use of the Lotus Spa® Thermal Suite^ • Laundry and professional cleaning services • Complimentary dinner in a specialty restaurant on embarkation day* Approximately 460 to 932 square feet, including balcony ^On select ships. *Applicable on cruises 6 days or longer.
Mini-suite with balcony Includes all the fine amenities of a Balcony stateroom plus: • Balcony with 4 chairs, table and ottoman • Bathroom tub and massage shower head • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors • Welcome glass of champagne • Separate sitting area • Sofa bed • Luxury mattress topper and pillows • Two flat-panel TVs • Spacious closet Approximately 323 square feet, including balcony
For detailed deck plans & virtual tours, visit: princess.com/ships
Deluxe balcony
Available on Regal Princess速 and Royal Princess,速 our enhanced balcony stateroom offers a comfortable sofa bed and many of the upgraded amenities found in a mini-suite. Approximately 274 to 279 square feet, including balcony.
Oceanview double
The oceanview stateroom includes all our standard Princess amenities, with a broad picture window to bring in light and views. Approximately 146 to 206 square feet. Larger Deluxe Oceanview staterooms available on some ships.
Balcony
Enjoy a front row seat for all the spectacular scenery on your cruise from your own balcony or indoors as you gaze through your floorto-ceiling sliding glass door. Approximately 214 to 279 square feet, including balcony.
Interior double
Our most affordable option, the interior stateroom features two twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Approximately 158 to 162 square feet.
Note: Some categories have portholes versus picture windows. Some staterooms are partially to fully obstructed, as shown on deck plans.
Family suite
The family suite is two self-contained staterooms connected by a large living room, which leads to an oversized private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people. Same amenities as suite. Approximately 595 to 606 square feet.
Wheelchair-accessible staterooms
Princess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include a roll-in shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and a writing desk with wheelchair access. Cabins range from approximately 237 to 383 square feet based on stateroom category. Visit princess.com for more details.
Note: Floor plans, amenities and stateroom diagrams represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship. Certain stateroom categories may vary in size and configuration by ship. Square footage varies based on stateroom category and deck location. Stateroom views are considered unobstructed unless noted otherwise. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. For balcony staterooms, the view is determined from the perspective of the balcony railing. Balconies may have either solid steel or glass railings. Upper berth and bed ladder capacities are 250 lbs. Staterooms that can accommodate rollaways have two lower berths and one upper berth, and the staterooms can accommodate a fourth berth as a rollaway bed upon request at time of reservation. There are a limited number of rollaway beds per ship, per voyage. Use of rollaway beds restricts cabin space. Call 1-800-774-6237 for more information. princess.com
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T HE P R IN C E S S F L E E T ®
Our fleet in the Mediterranean for 2016 includes four of our spectacular ships, carrying from 672 to 3,560 guests and offering the region’s most affordable balcony staterooms. Whichever ship you sail upon, you’ll enjoy attentive Princess® service, superb dining, engaging activities and wonderful entertainment.
Royal Princess® 3,560 passengers Over 1,000 balconies Length: 1,083 ft. Gross Tonnage: 141,000
Caribbean Princess® 3,082 passengers Nearly 900 balconies Length: 952 ft. Gross Tonnage: 112,894
Emerald Princess® 3,082 passengers Nearly 900 balconies Length: 951 ft. Gross Tonnage: 113,561
Pacific Princess® 672 passengers Over 200 balconies Length: 592 ft. Gross Tonnage: 30,277
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10 E A S Y S T E P S T O B O O K IN G There’s a lot to consider when planning a cruise or land & sea vacation with Princess.® But with this simple planning guide, you’ll be on your way in no time! And should you have more specific questions, feel free to contact your travel consultant or visit princess.com.
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What kind of cruise vacation are you seeking? Princess has options to match every individual taste and style. Are you a person who enjoys the thrill of visiting many ports and a variety of sites? Or do you prefer voyages with more time out at sea to relax and unwind?
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Mexico, Hawaii & California Coastals
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How do you choose the itinerary that’s best for you? Named the “Best Cruise Line Itineraries” by Recommend Magazine 10 out of the past 11 years, Princess offers a variety of sailings from a few days to over a month. Simply decide the length of vacation time you have and any places and experiences to check off your travel bucket list, and you’re on your way! What’s your budget? Your cruise fare is determined by several factors — destination and length, time of year, stateroom choice and availability.
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Do you need help booking air, hotel or transfers? Princess can assist you with travel logistics not included in your fare, such as air, hotel and transfers to and from your ship to your airport or hotel. Princess eZAir® is a convenient and easy planning tool from Princess that offers competitive fares and Next Port Protection, getting you on board at the next available port in the event you miss your embarkation. And our Cruise Plus® Hotel program offers peace of mind and convenience, with excellent centrally located hotels to stay in before or after your voyage. To learn more about Princess eZAir, our Cruise Plus Hotel program and transfer options available, ask your travel consultant or visit princess.com.
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What kinds of land and shore excursions most interest you? From sightseeing and nature tours to off-the-beaten-path adventures and more, you can experience the best of every destination on an award-winning shore or land excursion offered by Princess. And it is easy for you to choose the right tour, with excursions categorized by interest and activity level. Pre-reserve your shore excursions for the best selection and availability. Contact your travel consultant or visit princess.com/excursions to learn more.
Do you have a preference of ship? Princess has everything from grand ships carrying over 3,000 guests to smaller, more intimate vessels accommodating just 680. Ask your travel consultant for more details, or visit princess.com/ships to learn more about each of our ships or to take a virtual tour of their public areas. What sort of stateroom best fits your needs? Princess has a wide variety of staterooms from which to choose, each including a range of amenities from flat-screen TVs and a refrigerator to a spacious closet and private bathroom. Balcony staterooms give you added space and your own place to relax outside on fine patio furniture and enjoy the unforgettable views. Suites and mini-suites offer even more square footage and premiums such as a sofa bed and upgraded amenities, including a luxury mattress and pillows. An oceanview double includes a large picture window, providing added ambience and memorable views, and our most affordable option is the interior stateroom, which has fine amenities and no windows. To learn more, visit princess.com/staterooms. Are you traveling with kids, friends or family? Traveling with family or a group of friends can be a wonderful way to get away from it all. Book early for the best selection of staterooms. Be sure to inquire about having your group’s staterooms close to one another. For those sailing with kids, our onboard youth and teen programs are excellent, and family-friendly shore excursions are available.
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What if you need to cancel? It is important to note there are restrictions regarding fare refunds, and cancellation fees may be assessed based on the length of your cruise and how many days prior to your cruise departure date that Princess Cruises is notified of your cancellation. Visit princess.com for specific details. For a great option to protect your vacation, refer to the Princess Vacation Protection information pamphlet on princess.com or contact your travel consultant for more details. For additional questions, please contact your travel consultant or visit princess.com
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