Sun Princess, the newest “Love Boat” from Princess Cruises has arrived in Ft. Lauderdale after a successful inaugural Mediterranean season.

The new 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess was first introduced in the Mediterranean in February 2024. Actress Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship, serving as godmother during a star-studded naming ceremony in Barcelona in April.

Sun Princess sails a series of seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises, roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, October 14 through early April 2025.

“After Sun Princess’ maiden Mediterranean season, guests are raving about the ship’s innovative design elements, unprecedented culinary experiences, showstopping entertainment, advanced technology, and more.,” the Carnival-owned cruise line shared.

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Princess calls Sun Princess a ‘foodie destination’

Sun Princess serves up 30 restaurant and bar venues from a collection of celebrity collaborators. Specialty and high-end dining experiences on Sun Princess include:

• Spellbound by Magic Castle: Blending the captivating world of magic with the art of culinary and mixology to create an extraordinary, innovative, and immersive dining experience, steeped in magic and adventure.
• Love by Britto: A high-end boutique restaurant with the most romantic view from the ship celebrating love and art from world-renowned artist Romero Britto.
• Makoto Ocean: Reshaping traditional sushi with a creative approach, the Master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa brings his 25 years of experience with a new concept crafting playful, exquisitely presented dishes paying tribute to Japanese traditions.
• The Butcher’s Block by Dario: A new specialty pop-up restaurant from the world’s most famous butcher Dario Cecchini, guests enjoy perfectly prepared beef and steak, including Cecchini’s signature cuts.
• The Catch by Rudi: An exceptional dinner concept from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin showcasing delectable treasures from the sea.
• Love Line Premium Liquors Collection: Crafted in collaboration with renowned celebrities Matthew and Camila McConaughey, Pitbull, Liev Schreiber, Jason Aldean, and Romero Britto, this exclusive line of wines and spirits promises an unparalleled experience for guests.
• Pizza with Tony Gemignani: The 13-time World Pizza Champion and undisputed greatest pizza maker in modern history, Chef Gemignani has created five unique pizzas for Princess.
• Good Spirits at Sea with Rob Floyd: Destination-inspired, one-of-a-kind cocktail creations from celebrity mixologist Rob Floyd.

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Sun Princess promises elevated entertainment

“The Princess Arena is the most technologically advanced theater at sea, offering showstopping and original productions, including performances in the round. At night, The Dome astonishes audiences with acrobatic Cirque Èloize performances, while the Piazza dazzles with a retractable stage and immersive Champagne Waterfall,” according to Princess Cruises.

Sun Princess also features the cruise line’s largest casino, a two-story Lotus Spa, and an expanded retail space with more than 200 premium brands.

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Offering endless balcony views, Sun Princess holds diverse accommodations to suit every preference with reimagined staterooms, suites, the new Sanctuary Collection, as well as new Cabana Mini-Suites with extra space for secluded outdoor relaxation.

Rooted in sustainability, Sun Princess is the first LNG (liquefied natural gas) vessel for the cruise line, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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