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Crown Princess cruise ship in Sydney Harbour
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Crown Princess

The classic Princess experience — timeless, dependable, and everywhere.

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Launched
2006
Gross Tonnage
113,561 GT
Passengers
3,080
Decks
18
Home Port
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Crown Princess is one of Princess Cruises' most consistently deployed ships, covering more itineraries annually than almost any other vessel in the fleet — Alaska from Seattle in summer, Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale in winter, and occasional Australia/Pacific sailings. As a Grand-class ship she's smaller and more manageable than the newer Royal class, and her loyal repeat-passenger base appreciates the intimate feel and the traditional Princess experience she delivers without the crowding of newer mega-ships.

✦ The standout feature

Versatility — Crown Princess holds the informal record among Princess loyalists as the ship that has been to the most places. Her smaller Grand-class footprint allows her to call at ports the larger Royal-class ships can't access, and her rotational deployment means she offers itinerary variety few other Princess ships can match.

What’s Onboard

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Dining

  • Crown Grill steakhouse
  • Sabatini's Italian Trattoria
  • International Café (24-hour)
  • Horizon Court buffet
  • Sterling Steakhouse (additional option)
  • Wheelhouse Bar for casual dining
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Pools & Recreation

  • Movies Under the Stars poolside screen
  • Lotus Spa
  • Sport Court
  • Multiple pools and hot tubs
  • Fitness centre
  • Walking and jogging track
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Entertainment

  • Princess Theater
  • Vista Lounge
  • Wheelhouse Bar live music
  • Movies Under the Stars
  • Princess Lectures enrichment programme
  • Casino
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Cabins

  • 1,540 staterooms
  • Mini-suites with extended balconies
  • Penthouse Suite
  • Interior, Oceanview, and Balcony staterooms
  • Connecting staterooms for families
  • Obstructed-view balconies at reduced prices
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Family & Kids

  • Camp Discovery youth programme
  • Teen programme
  • Movies Under the Stars
  • Alaska naturalist programmes in summer
  • Family staterooms
  • Child-friendly buffet at Horizon Court

Video Tour

CROWN PRINCESS — Complete Full HD Tour

✓ Best for
  • Princess loyalists
  • Alaska from Seattle
  • Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale
  • Those preferring smaller, more intimate Grand-class ships
  • Repeat Princess guests who know the line well
✗ Not the right fit for

First-timers wanting the newest ships. Families with young children expecting mega-ship features. Those wanting MedallionClass technology (Crown's implementation is less complete than newer ships).

Typical pricing

7-night Alaska from ~$900/pp (inside) to $2,800/pp (suite)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Crown Princess and is she still worth sailing?
Crown Princess launched in 2006 — nearly 20 years ago — but Princess has maintained her well. She's smaller (113,561 GT) and more intimate than newer Royal-class ships, which many experienced Princess cruisers prefer. If you prioritise destination over mega-ship features, Crown remains an excellent choice.
What itineraries does Crown Princess sail?
Crown Princess is one of the most diversely deployed ships in the fleet: Alaska round-trips from Seattle in summer, Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale in winter, and occasional South Pacific sailings from Sydney and Los Angeles. Her smaller Grand-class size allows her to access ports like Glacier Bay that larger ships can't always enter.
Is Crown Princess good for Alaska?
Very. Crown Princess is deployed in Alaska virtually every summer and the crew are Alaska veterans. The ship's smaller size compared to newer Royal-class ships means a slightly less crowded experience, and her Glacier Bay access (subject to NPS permits) is outstanding for wildlife and scenic cruising.
Does Crown Princess have MedallionClass?
Crown Princess has been partially retrofitted with MedallionClass technology, including the Ocean Medallion wearable. However, her Medallion implementation is less complete than newer ships like Enchanted Princess or Sun Princess — some of the more sophisticated features (like in-cabin ordering from anywhere on the ship) work less seamlessly. The core functionality still works well.
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