SANTA
CLARITA, Calif., May 15, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- From the cruise line that delivers dream vacations
to millions of guests every year, Princess Cruises is
celebrating its 40th anniversary sailing the
Mediterranean by featuring two of its newest and largest ships
there in 2025 – Star Princess and Sun Princess.
The 2025 cruises and cruisetours season offers travelers looking
for the ultimate European adventure abundant natural beauty,
history and traditions, combined with diverse cultures, all while
enjoying a relaxed, stress-free travel experience on six beautiful
Princess cruise ships: NEW! Star Princess and NEW! Sun Princess,
plus Majestic Princess, Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald
Princess.
Voyages aboard ships sailing out of Southampton UK (London) in 2025 - Sky Princess, Regal Princess
and Emerald Princess - go on sale May
25, while sailings on Mediterranean-based ships -
Star Princess (NEW), Sun Princess (NEW) and Majestic Princess go
on sale June 1.
Princess first set sail in the Mediterranean in 1985, and to
celebrate the 40th anniversary the new Star Princess
joins sister-ship Sun Princess in the Mediterranean for her debut
season of cruising. Her maiden voyages depart August 4, 2025, sailing a nine-day Grand
Mediterranean voyage to Italy and
Greece roundtrip from Rome,
followed by a variety of 10-day cruises, also roundtrip from
Rome, that visit iconic
destinations such as Florence, Barcelona and Mykonos.
Sun Princess will sail a series of seven-day Mediterranean
voyages from Barcelona,
Rome or Athens, that will visit coveted destinations
including Istanbul, Naples and Santorini.
Both of the cruise line's newest ships offer next-generation
features, host 4,300 guests, offer more than 1,500 balconies and 29
restaurants and bars throughout 21 decks. Their groundbreaking
design centers on a glass sphere that infuses the Piazza with light
and connects guests with dynamic views of the world. Another
standout venue is The Dome, a cutting-edge top-deck entertainment
space inspired by the tiered cliffs of Santorini.
Highlights of the March through November
2025 Europe season include:
Celebrate 40 Years in the Mediterranean: In addition to
Star Princess and Sun Princess, Emerald Princess, Majestic Princess
and Sky Princess join the line up for a wide range of seven- to
31-day Mediterranean sailings. Cruises depart from Rome (Civitavecchia), London (Southampton), Athens (Piraeus), Trieste (Venice) and Barcelona.
Guests can choose from exploring the ruins of ancient
Rome, Athens and Ephesus to immersing themselves in
the art within the Vatican Museum, or the whimsical architecture of
Barcelona. They can soak up the
culture and cuisine of timeless cities such as Sicily, Marseille and Istanbul and admire the sandy splendor and
breathtaking views of Santorini's Red
Beach or visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii in Naples.
New for 2025, a 31-day Mediterranean Marvel cruise on Sky
Princess offers More Ashore late-nights in Mykonos, Santorini, and
Jerusalem/Bethlehem (Ashdod).
British Isles: Emerald Princess and Regal Princess offer
heritage and hillside castles on 10- to 14-day cruises from
London (Southampton). The rugged Scottish Highlands,
welcoming pubs, a look at The Beatles' hometown of Liverpool, and the prehistoric wonder of
Stonehenge are just some of the sites to see. And with late-night
stays in Belfast, guests can
experience the region's lively nightlife.
Northern Europe: Emerald
Princess and Sky Princess deliver the beauty of the Northern Europe on five- to 28-day voyages
that visit Sweden, Norway, Denmark and more, with select voyages offering
late-night calls in classic cities like Copenhagen and Berlin. Follow the footsteps of the ancient
Viking explorers throughout Scandinavia and Iceland, guests go in search of the Northern
Lights and sail to the top of the world during the Summer
Solstice.
Grand Adventures & Passages: All six ships sail
between North America and
Europe for the ultimate
transatlantic crossing, offering 15- to 29-day voyages.
Cruisetours: Combine the cruise with multiple days
on land to experience more of the region. Guests can choose to
sightsee in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid on the Highlights of Spain cruisetour, visit Florence and
Rome on the Classic Italy
cruisetour, explore Mediterranean treasures on the Best of
Greece cruisetour or take in the
spectacular landscapes of Ireland
on the Ring of Kerry cruisetour.
Princess offers convenient EZair travel to Europe so guests can enjoy customized air
itinerary suggestions based on when and where they sail, low prices
with flexible fares and the reassurance that Princess will get them
to the ship.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS
(1-800-774-6237) or by visiting the company's website
at www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise
brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every
year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships
that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary
of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class
dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and
entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and
boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass
service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments
in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera,
Europe, South America, Australia/New
Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia,
Canada/New
England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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