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Ruby Princess transiting the Panama Canal
Princess Cruises · Crown Class

Ruby Princess

A proven Princess classic with strong itinerary value and balanced onboard offerings.

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Launched
2008
Gross Tonnage
113,561 GT
Passengers
3,080
Decks
19
Home Port
Alaska

Ruby Princess is one of Princess Cruises' long-running large ships and a reliable choice for destination-focused travelers. She combines traditional Princess strengths including practical cabin variety, familiar service, and broad itinerary deployment. Ruby works well for guests who value ports and route selection while still wanting full mainstream ship amenities.

✦ The standout feature

A mature Crown-class design with broad public spaces and strong itinerary flexibility across Alaska, Caribbean, and canal-focused routes.

What’s Onboard

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Dining

  • Main dining rooms
  • World Fresh Marketplace buffet
  • Crown Grill steakhouse
  • International Cafe
  • Casual deck dining
  • Room service options
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Pools & Wellness

  • Multiple pools
  • Adults-only retreat area
  • Lotus Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tubs and sun decks
  • Open-air movies
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Entertainment

  • Princess Theater productions
  • Live music lounges
  • Casino
  • Atrium social events
  • Trivia and enrichment talks
  • Evening themed programs
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Cabins

  • Interior, Oceanview, Balcony, Mini-Suite, and Suite categories
  • Family-friendly layouts
  • Accessible staterooms
  • Good balcony inventory
  • Practical storage for longer voyages
  • Suite upgrade options
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Destination Focus

  • Strong Alaska deployment history
  • Seasonal Caribbean and canal options
  • Port-focused cruise planning
  • Princess enrichment programming
  • Balanced pace for longer itineraries
  • Consistent repeat-cruiser appeal

Video Tour

Ruby Princess - Full Ship Tour

✓ Best for
  • Princess loyalists who want a proven ship
  • Travelers prioritizing itinerary value
  • Guests who prefer traditional mainstream cruising
  • Cruisers comparing Grand/Crown-era Princess ships
✗ Not the right fit for

Travellers looking for the newest edge-style ship design or top-deck thrill attractions.

Typical pricing

7-night sailings from ~$650/pp (inside) to $3,000+/pp (suite)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What class is Ruby Princess?
Ruby Princess is a Crown-class ship and entered service in 2008.
Is Ruby Princess good for Alaska itineraries?
Yes. Ruby Princess has a strong track record on Alaska routes and is popular with destination-focused travelers.
Is Ruby Princess mainly itinerary-focused?
Generally yes. Guests often choose Ruby for route value and a familiar Princess onboard style.
Where does Ruby Princess usually sail?
Ruby Princess commonly rotates through seasonal Alaska, Caribbean, and Panama Canal deployments.
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