E X P E R IE N C E T HE J O Y O F T HE F E S T I V E C A R IB BE A N For many vacationers, it’s the ultimate cruise destination — the lush isles, balmy waters and colorful cultures of the Caribbean. And nobody does it quite like Princess.® Join us for a relaxing tropical voyage ranging from four to 21 days roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, sailing to the Western, Eastern or Southern Caribbean on a variety of Princess ships. You’ll visit the region’s best islands and ports — including the resort island paradise, Amber Cove, and our own Princess Cays® on many itineraries — and be renewed by the wonderfully relaxing pace of the Caribbean.
On the cover: (clockwise from top) Swim with the stingrays at Stingray City, Grand Cayman; ruins of Tulum stand sentry over the turquoise Caribbean; colorful houses line the streets of Willemstad, Curaçao Below: The exclusive island paradise of Princess Cruises – Princess Cays ®
The contents of this brochure are accurate as of the date of printing and are subject to change. Please refer to princess.com for up-to-date information.
What’s New at Princess
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Eastern Caribbean Cruises
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Western Caribbean Cruises
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Southern Caribbean Cruises
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Holiday Caribbean Cruises
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Shore Excursions
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Princess On Board Experience
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Staterooms
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TRULY DIS C O VER THE C ARIBBE AN Princess has joined forces with Discovery™ to introduce Discovery at Sea — exciting new experiences that bring the wonders of the world to life. • Discovery On Board. Participate in hands-on activities, including Stargazing at Sea, Shark Week games, trivia and new youth and teen crafts, games and more! • Discovery On Shore. Choose from excursions recommended by two of the most trusted names in world travel — Discovery™ and Animal Planet™ — plus tours created exclusively for Princess! For more information visit: princess.com/discovery
Above: Take in the night sky with Discovery at Sea; join in a steel drum lesson; Broadway legend, Stephen Schwartz
Soak in the local flavors; revel in the rich traditions Princess brings the color, culture and flavors on board, putting the spotlight on local entertainment, festivals and food! • Festivals of the World. Celebrate the world’s great regional festivals on board — in the Caribbean, you’ll take part in one of the greatest traditions of them all — Mardi Gras! Activities include mask making, culinary demonstrations, bead necklace making and much more. • Regional fare on board. Delicious regional food offerings include red snapper mojito ceviche, island-spiced jerk chicken with red beans and rice, Creole black mussels, crawfish empanadas and a variety of tropical rum drinks. • Enriching Entertainment. Enjoy local Caribbean musicians performing island favorites and even join in the fun with some steel pan drum lessons.* *On select sailings
Stephen Schwartz brings his “magic” on board Stephen Schwartz, Grammy- and Academy Award-winning composer of Wicked, Godspell, Pippin and more, is creating spectacular new shows unique to Princess. First up, Magic to Do, combines show-stopping magic with both original music from Schwartz and some of his most popular show hits. princess.com
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Eastern Caribbean Cruises
C O L O R S O F T HE C A R IB BE A N With Princess in the Caribbean, you can choose where you want to sail and what you want to see. In the Eastern Caribbean lie great islands for watersports, sun and sea — St. Kitts, Antigua, St. Lucia and Grand Turk. In the Western Caribbean, snorkel pristine reefs and see magnificent Mayan ruins in places like alluring Cozumel in Mexico, the tiny tropical nation of Belize and Costa Maya. And the Southern Caribbean beckons with exotic and remote isles like lush Grenada, arid Aruba and beautiful Bonaire. Ft. Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale
Atlantic Ocean
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Amber Cove
Amber Cove
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
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St. Thomas
Caribbean Sea
St. Maarten
Eastern Caribbean (with St. Maarten)
D ays
Atlantic Ocean
UNITED STATES
Regal Princess®
St. Thomas
Caribbean Sea
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Eastern Caribbean (with Antigua)
D ays
Ft. Lauderdale, Amber Cove, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Ft. Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale, Amber Cove, St. Thomas, Antigua, Ft. Lauderdale
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2016 Departure Date
Nov 13 Dec 11
Nov 27
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Mar 26 Jan 22 Feb 19 Mar 19 Apr 9
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Atlantic Ocean
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Amber Cove DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
St. Thomas
Caribbean Sea
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Eastern Caribbean (with St. Kitts)
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Ft. Lauderdale, Amber Cove, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Ft. Lauderdale 2017 Departure Dates
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A unique port on each itinerary Each of our three all-new Eastern Caribbean itineraries features a unique port. Fascinating St. Maarten boasts two distinctly different halves — 21 square miles belonging to France, 16 to the Dutch. Antigua is known for rolling hills and spectacular coastlines, with some of the region’s best beaches. St. Kitts is an idyllic paradise — with dense rainforests, jagged peaks and turquoise waters. Each also calls in a brand new port for Princess, Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic. St. Maarten
Eastern Caribbean Cruises
Ft. Lauderdale UNITED STATES
Atlantic Ocean
Princess Cays
Grand Turk Grand Turk
Caribbean Sea
St. Kitts
St. Thomas
St. Thomas
San Juan
Caribbean Sea
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Holiday Eastern Caribbean
D ays
Atlantic Ocean
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
THE BAHAMAS
Holiday Sailings
Ft. Lauderdale
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Caribbean Princess®
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Antigua
Caribbean Princess® Crown Princess®
Eastern Caribbean
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Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® San Juan, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale
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Dec 23
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16-day Caribbean Southern Adventurer also available, traveling to Ft. Lauderdale, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale, Curaçao, Aruba, Bonaire, Ft. Lauderdale. January 6, 2017. Also available: 13-day Caribbean Explorer, 3/20/2017, on Crown Princess. Visiting Amber Cove and Grand Turk in addition to Antigua, St. Kitts and St. Thomas.
UNITED STATES
Ft. Lauderdale
Nassau Princess Cays
Atlantic Ocean
THE BAHAMAS
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
Grand Turk St. Maarten
Holiday Sailings
St. Thomas St. Kitts Caribbean Sea
Ft. Lauderdale
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Antigua
Atlantic Ocean
Princess Cays THE BAHAMAS
St. Lucia Barbados
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
Caribbean Sea
10 D ays
Eastern Caribbean Voyager
Regal Princess® Royal Princess®
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Kitts, Ft. Lauderdale 2016 Departure Dates Royal Princess
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Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale 2016 Departure Date Royal Princess
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Nov 26
Royal Princess
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Jan 9 Mon Jan 29* Sun Feb 18 S at Mar 10* Fri Mar 30 Thu Apr 19 Wed
Crown Princess
‡ Port order varies. * Grand Turk replaces Princess Cays.® Port order varies.
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Mar 20* Mon Combine this voyage with the 11/16/16 or 11/30/16 10-day Eastern Caribbean Voyager shown on this page for a 14-day Caribbean Eastern Adventurer.
* This is a 5 day sailing. Amber Cove replaces Princess Cays.®
^ Nassau replaces Princess Cays.® Port order varies. † St. Maarten replaces Antigua. Port order varies.
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Western Caribbean Cruises
UNITED STATES
Atlantic Ocean
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Ft. Lauderdale
Island of Cozumel (Mahahual)
Belize City
Island of Roatán
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Gulf of Mexico
Gulf of Mexico
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MEXICO Caribbean Sea
Montego Bay JAMAICA
Ocho Rios Caribbean Sea
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Princess Cays
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Western Caribbean
D ays
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Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale
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Nov 6 Nov 20 Dec 4
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Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun
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Belize City BELIZE
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Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Roatán, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale 2016 Departure Date
Dec 30
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Your own slice of paradise It’s not every day you get to relax and unwind on your own secluded Caribbean island. But that’s exactly what you’ll experience at Princess Cays® in the Bahamas. During a full day in this exclusive paradise, you can kayak or rent a paddle wheeler, snorkel in unspoiled waters, shop a local crafts market or sip tropical cocktails in your own pre-reserved bungalow. Or, simply find a quiet spot on the mile-and-a-half white sand beach to call your own. Watersports at Princess Cays®
Southern Caribbean Cruises
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Ft. Lauderdale Atlantic Ocean
Ft. Lauderdale Princess Cays
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Ft. Lauderdale, Curaçao, Aruba, Bonaire, Ft. Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Dominica, Grenada, Bonaire, Curaçao, Ft. Lauderdale
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* Aruba replaces Curaçao. Port order may vary. † Aruba replaces Bonaire. Port order varies. ^ Grand Turk replaces Princess Cays. ◆ Nassau replaces Princess Cays. Port order may vary.
Also available: 14-day East/West Adventurer, 3/25/2017, on Crown Princess. Visiting Island of Roatán, Belize City, and Island of Cozumel in addition to Curacao, Aruba and Bonaire.
‡This is an 11-day sailing; Nassau, Antigua and Aruba replace Princess Cays,® Bonaire and Curaçao. UNITED STATES
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Island of Cozumel MEXICO
Costa Maya (Mahahual)
Belize City BELIZE HONDURAS
Island of Roatán Caribbean Sea
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Caribbean Southern Adventurer
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Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale, Curaçao, Aruba, Bonaire, Ft. Lauderdale 2016 Departure Dates Caribbean Princess
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This is a combination of the 8-day Southern Caribbean as shown above and the 6-day Western Caribbean itinerary as shown on page 4 on Caribbean Princess.
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Caribbean Cruises New York
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Ft. Lauderdale, Amber Cove, St. Thomas, Antigua, Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale
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St. Thomas This is a combination of the 7-day Western Caribbean itinerary shown on page 4 and the 7-day Eastern Caribbean shown on page 2 on Regal Princess.
Antigua St. Kitts Caribbean Sea Dominica Aruba Curaçao Bonaire
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* Port order varies. ^ Ocho Rios replaces Montego Bay. † St. Maarten replaces Antigua. Port order may vary. ◆ St. Kitts replaces Antigua. Port order may vary.
St. Lucia Barbados Grenada Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Explorer
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Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Dominica, Grenada, Bonaire, Curaçao, Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Kitts, Ft. Lauderdale
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* Port order may vary. ^ Aruba replaces Bonaire. Port order may vary. † Aruba replaces Curaçao. Port order may vary. • Grand Turk replaces one Princess Cays.® Port order may vary. ◆ Nassau replaces one Princess Cays.® Port order may vary.
This is a combination of the 10-day Eastern Caribbean Voyager as shown on page 3 and 10-day Southern Caribbean Medley as shown on page 5 on Royal Princess.
Martinique Barbados
Holiday Caribbean Connoisseur
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Holiday Caribbean Cruises
H O L ID AY S IN PA R A DI S E Forget snowmen and sledding — spend your holidays in a swimsuit under the warm Caribbean sun on one of our popular holiday sailings. Choose from a variety of December sailings roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on one of four fabulous Princess ships, and you’ll be celebrating your winter holidays and perhaps ringing in the New Year surrounded by the sound of steel drums, the scent of jasmine and coconut, the swaying palm trees and crystal clear waters of the Caribbean! Celebrate with our Balloon Drop
Holiday Sailings Days Itinerary
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Holiday Western Caribbean
Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Roatán, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Princess®
Dec 30, 2016 Fri
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Holiday Eastern Caribbean
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® San Juan, St. Thomas, Amber Cove, Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Princess®
Dec 23, 2016 Fri
Holiday Eastern Caribbean Voyager
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Kitts, Ft. Lauderdale
Royal Princess®
Dec 20, 2016 Tue
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Regal Princess®
Dec 29,, 2016 Thu
10
Holiday Southern Caribbean Medley
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Dominica, Grenada, Bonaire, Curaçao, Ft. Lauderdale
Royal Princess®
Dec 30, 2016 Fri
11
Holiday Southern Caribbean Medley
Ft. Lauderdale, Nassau, St. Thomas, Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, Aruba, Ft. Lauderdale
Regal Princess®
Dec 18, 2016 Sun
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Holiday Caribbean Southern Adventurer
Ft. Lauderdale, Island of Roatán, Belize, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® San Juan, St. Thomas, Amber Cove, Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Princess®
Dec 17,, 2016 S at
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Holiday Caribbean Connoisseur
Ft. Lauderdale, St. John, St. Kitts, Bequia, Tobago (Scarborough), Barbados, Martinique, Antigua, Virgin Gorda, Ft. Lauderdale
Pacific Princess®
Dec 20, 2016 Tue
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Holiday Caribbean Adventurer
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® San Juan, St. Thomas, Amber Cove, Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Roatán, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Princess®
Dec 23, 2016 Fri
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Holiday Caribbean Southern Adventurer
Ft. Lauderdale, Costa Maya (Mahahual), Belize City, Island of Roatán, Island of Cozumel, Ft. Lauderdale, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale
Caribbean Princess®
Dec 30, 2016 Fri
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Holiday Caribbean Explorer
Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Kitts, Ft. Lauderdale, Princess Cays,® St. Thomas, Dominica, Grenada, Bonaire, Curaçao, Ft. Lauderdale
Royal Princess®
Dec 10,† 2016 S at Dec 20,• 2016 Tue Dec 30, 2016 Fri
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Holiday Caribbean Explorer
Ft. Lauderdale, Nassau, St. Thomas, Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, Aruba, Ft. Lauderdale, St. Maarten, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Ft. Lauderdale
Regal Princess®
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DI S C O V E R T HE BE S T O F T HE C A R IBBE A N Don’t just see the sights of the Caribbean and beyond from the ship — get up close to its people and attractions with an array of our award-winning shore excursions. Swim with stingrays in Grand Cayman, tour spectacular Mayan ruins near Cozumel, horseback ride along a beach in St. Lucia and much more.
B EST SHORE EXCURSIONS
TRAVELAGE WEST EDITORS CHOICE AWARD
Top to bottom: The towering Pitons of St. Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage site; meet some of the colorful characters of the Caribbean
Discover even more Princess Cruises and Discovery have joined forces to bring you unforgettable adventures. Discovery™ and Animal Planet™ Recommended shore excursions immerse you in the vibrant colors and culture of each destination, and allow you to explore the region’s best. Discovery and Animal Planet Exclusive tours offer unique experiences available only from Princess.
Special Interests
Sightseeing & City Tours
Grand Cayman: Turtle Farm, Hell, Tortuga Rum Cake & Scenic Drive Attention nature lovers, rum aficionados, and curiosity seekers bent on posting a letter from Hell! This tour takes you to a green sea turtle farm, a rum cake center where you can sample and buy, and a place where black limestone formations provide a devilish good time!
Island of Cozumel: Chocolate Seaside Workshop, Tasting and Wine Pairing Have a devouring passion for chocolate? This tasty seminar not only reveals the history and mystery surrounding this divine “food of the gods,” but you get to make your own sweet treat, indulge in tasting and learn how to pair wine with chocolate.
Island of Cozumel: Chichén Itzá, Mayan Ruins Behold the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour. One of the world’s most significant archeological complexes, it boasts a series of impressive ruins and temples and the El Castillo pyramid, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Island of Roatán: Maya Key Private Island, Animal Sanctuary & Lunch Escape to paradise on a private island retreat at Maya Key. Relax and enjoy pristine beaches, excellent snorkeling, the fascinating Maya Interpretation Center, the Honduran Art Exhibit Center and shop for handmade souvenirs. A buffet lunch is included.
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
Princess Cays®: Rock Sound, Tarpum Bay, Scenic Drive & Lunch Get a taste of the Bahamas and Eleuthera on a sightseeing and cultural tour in a land that time has almost forgotten. Learn of the island’s history and culture, meet its people, eat the local food and dance to music of Junkanoo, the local masquerade festival.
St. Kitts: Caribbean Culinary Demonstration & Tastings Foodies will love savoring a taste of the Caribbean during a local cooking demonstration with lunch. Learn the flavor secrets of the island and take the recipes home with you! The Fairview Great House and Botanical Gardens hosts this culinary event, and your day is as culturally rich as the food prepared.
St. Lucia: The Pitons, Marigot Bay, Coastal Cruise & Beach A trip to St. Lucia isn’t complete without seeing the island’s most notable landmark — the Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best view is from the deck of a catamaran. Then, enjoy a swim in a secluded cove and visit Marigot Bay.
St. Thomas: Caribbean Magic Ice Bar, Gallery & Shopping Welcome to the world’s largest ice gallery and ice bar, with lots of sculptures depicting the history and culture of the Caribbean. Discover massive sculptures of pirates, sharks, bears, and much more surrounding the famous pirate shipwreck ice bar.
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
St. Thomas: Magens Bay Beach, Blackbeard’s Castle & Vistas Take in panoramic vistas, swim at the breathtaking Magens Bay, and step back in time at Blackbeard’s Castle located in the historic King’s Quarter. See terraced gardens and historic landmark properties before capping off your day with world-class downtown shopping.
Nature
Activities & Adventures
Aruba: Semi-Submarine, Shipwreck & Island Drive The perfect way to see Aruba by land and sea, this exhilarating tour includes a semi-submarine cruise, plus the chance to see the Casibari rock formations, the Baby Natural Bridge and the California Lighthouse.
Aruba: Countryside Horseback Ride Head to a local ranch, saddle up and discover Aruba’s countryside as well as one of its many sandy beaches in true cowboy style on horseback.
Curaçao: Ostrich Farm, Art Workshop & Scenic Drive Experience a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the unique and amazing ostrich. A safari truck takes you through the corrals where you can touch and feed these giant birds.
Dominica: River Tubing, Waterfalls & Rainforest Scenic Drive Set off on a river tubing jaunt that begins with a dip in breathtaking Hibiscus Falls and a traditional Carib Indian dance performance.
RECOMMENDED
Grand Cayman: Stingray Encounter, Reef, Snorkel & Scenic Cruise This two-stop snorkeling excursion takes you from Stingray Sandbar to a nearby reef, where you will “rub elbows” with friendly stingrays, coral reefs and colorful tropical fish.
RECOMMENDED
St. Maarten: Butterfly Farm, Marigot, Island Tour & Shopping Visit the Butterfly Farm, home to hundreds of the world’s most exotic butterflies, before enjoying free time to shop in the French capital of Marigot.
RECOMMENDED
Grand Turk: Dune Buggy Island Adventure Tour For the more adventurous guests, exploring the island in your very own purpose-built, tubular frame sand dune buggy is a thrilling experience. These buggies were designed especially for navigating off-road trails and the vast Peruvian sand dunes. Island of Roatán: Dolphin Encounter & Museum Make your dream a reality with a dolphin encounter at Anthony’s Key Resort. Travel to a secluded lagoon and wade into the crystalline waters to meet an Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin family that greets you with a friendly hello.
RECOMMENDED
St. Lucia: Rainforest Canopy Zipline Adventure & Scenic Drive Experience the thrill of one of the Caribbean’s most exciting active adventures. A system of pulleys and cables lets you safely zip through a beautiful section of St. Lucia’s tropical rainforest. It’s a rush that would leave even Tarzan breathless. RECOMMENDED
St. Maarten: America’s Cup 12-Metre Yacht Race Recognized as one of the best shore excursions in the Caribbean, the St. Maarten “America’s Cup 12-Metre Yacht” Regatta offers you the only opportunity in the Caribbean to sail a racing yacht. On an exotic, multimillion-dollar America’s Cup yacht, you’re Dennis Connor for a day. It’s a thrilling high-seas adventure.
RECOMMENDED
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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 Caribbean, there’s so much to see in every port. 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 Caribbean 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: An acrobat performs in the atrium; a champagne waterfall kicks off a special evening
BEST CRUISES FOR FOOD LOVERS
FOOD & WINE MAGAZINE
Best Wine Bar at Sea USA TODAY Vines Wine Bar
Best Cruise Ship Steakhouses USA TODAY Crown Grill
Best Bar PORTHOLE MAGAZINE SeaView Bar
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Clockwise from top: Enjoying an authentic Italian feast at Sabatini’s ; fresh seafood served up at the Crab Shack; delectable Norman Love chocolates SM
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. • The 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. • Specialty restaurants include sensational Sabatini’s Italian restaurant and the refined Crown Grill, serving prime steak and seafood. SM
• Casual dining from hand-tossed Neapolitan-style pizza named Best at Sea by USA TODAY to burgers on deck, a hot and cold buffet and 24-hour International Café. • Master chocolatier Norman Love brings his tantalizing creations to our Chocolate Journeys program, including sinfully delicious desserts, chocolate and wine tastings, chocolate drinks menus, spa treatments and more. 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 exploring the Caribbean, 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 on Caribbean culture by a historian. And come evening, the options are equally enticing — live entertainment in the lounges, games in the casino, spectacles in the theater, dancing in the night clubs and at our on-deck parties, and Hollywood hit movies on the big screen poolside.
Left to right: Get your spot by the pool for Movies under the Stars ; melt away the stress in the Lotus Spa ®
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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 Serenity Stewards. Our enrichment program offers enlightening courses, including culinary demonstrations, yoga classes, art auctions, trivia contests and more. Plus, regional experts on the destinations you will be visiting share tips and insights with lectures. Our duty-free onboard boutiques, awarded the distinction of “Best Onboard Shopping” by readers of Porthole Magazine, feature souvenirs, jewelry, Princess merchandise and regional items such as Caribbean gemstone jewelry, hand-carved crafts and fine local rums.
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PRINCESS CRUISES GIFT CARDS 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.
For details visit princess.com/giftcard 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 of 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
• Complimentary 24-hour room service
• Refrigerator
• Spacious closet
• Flat-panel TV
• Desk
• Private bathroom with shower
• Hair dryer & fine bathroom amenities
• 100% cotton, high thread count linens
• 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® and Royal Princess,® 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 floor-toceiling sliding glass door. Approximately 214 to 279 square feet.
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 princess.com
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T HE P R IN C E S S F L E E T ®
Our fleet in the Caribbean for 2016 includes five of our spectacular ships, carrying from 672 to 3,560 guests and offering the region’s most affordable balcony staterooms, including Royal Princess® and Regal Princess,® where every outside stateroom is a balcony stateroom. Whichever ship you sail upon, you’ll enjoy attentive Princess® service, superb dining, engaging activities and wonderful entertainment. Regal Princess® Royal Princess ®
Caribbean Princess®
Crown Princess®
Pacific Princess®
3,560 guests Over 1,400 balconies Length: 1,082 ft. Gross Tonnage: 142,229
3,142 guests Nearly 900 balconies Length: 952 ft. Gross Tonnage: 112,894
3,082 guests Nearly 900 balconies Length: 952 ft. Gross Tonnage: 113,561
672 guests Over 200 balconies Length: 592 ft. Gross Tonnage: 30,277
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Left to right: Relax in the Sanctuary with a refreshing drink; steak and seafood cooked just how you like it at Crown Grill
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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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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.
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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.
Where and when do you want to go? Princess sails all around the world, 12 months a year. Use the chart below to help you plan where and when you want to cruise with Princess. Princess Destinations
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elegant and casual dining options, onboard entertainment like production shows, musicians and comedians, a Las Vegas-style casino and much more included with your fare.
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Alaska
May to Sep
Asia
Sep to May
Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific
Jan to Dec
Canada & New England
Sep to Oct
Caribbean
Oct to Apr
Europe
Apr to Dec
Japan
Apr to Oct
Mexico, Hawaii & California Coastals
Sep to Apr
Panama Canal
Sep to Apr
South America
Dec to Mar
How do you choose the itinerary that’s best for you? Named the “Best Cruise Line Itineraries” by Recommend Magazine for 9 consecutive 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. Stateroom fares are quoted per person and based on double occupancy — with
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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.
See your travel consultant or visit www.princess.com to book today!
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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.
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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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