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Login Discovery Princess℠, our third vessel designed from the ground up with Princess MedallionClass™ and the final Royal-class ship, will continue to deliver an array of innovative new experiences. Enjoy 270-degree sweeping views from our largest balconies at sea, unwind in ultimate comfort at The Sanctuary, and indulge your senses with world-class dining options from Michelin-star and renowned chefs. Plus, Princess live entertainment presents spectacular new productions that can only be seen in our state-of-the-art Princess Theatre. With our effortless, personalised service of the MedallionClass® experience, your real holiday has just begun!
From the moment you step aboard, we want you to feel welcomed and right at home. And with attentive service from a friendly staff that knows what hospitality means, you’ll find your Princess® ship truly is your home away from home.
Firstly it is many years since we sailed with Princess and then only once.We sailed out of Sydney and found embarkation very smooth in comparison with many P&O Cruises previously.Our Balcony Cabin on Deck 10 was roomy,the bed very comfy and we were extremely well looked after by Carla our Cabin Attendant.We did not prebook a Package because we only drink and occasional glass of wine and all the added Dining Venues not essential as we have Cruise Ship Dining included in the past very asequate.The Medallion was a new exeriance and other than once it wouldn't let me enter my Cabin[fixed quickly down at Guest Services by Meta,a bubbly,bright young man whom we also had to use twice for incorrect charges to our account,he made our visits a pleasure. Dining was in the Juneau Dining Room at 5pm with our amazing waiter Jose and Drinks waitress Regina.They filled all requests including my husbands for Tomato Sauce ,Mayo and Icecream on the side of his Desserts,albiet with raised eyebrows and a laugh.The food was varied and very good because I am not the cook,the only Breakfast we had in Ketchikan on first day was very slow and cold but this may be due to 1st day settling in.The Buffet we ate Breakfasts and lunches in was very adequate albiet a little repatitive,table service very good and finding a table was always the first task.We booked with friends into The Catch By Rudi for a special night and we found this a little disappointing,The Surf and Turf combination steak was lovely but the Crayfish Tail very dry,Dessert for 1 party a Berry Souffle came out in a large baking dish,didn't look appealing at all and was big enough for all 4 of us.The International Cafe was excellant,wide food choices at anytime and the drinks excellant. Entertainment was some of the best we have seen on any Cruise Ship[P&0 Australia used to do it well in our opinion.]other than Royal Caribbean Music Cruises.Activities in the Piazza were many,varied including Dancing,sports games and entertaining with the Crew involved in many.The Cruise Director,Jaysson very bubbly and engaging.Captain Tony Ruggero very visible and approachable. Tours that we booked through Princess met our expectations,even though Mystery Island posed challenges with Tender Boat accessibility. We did not use the Gym or Childrens Clubs. It should however be noted the towards the end of the Cruise many people were coughing and sick.when we last cruised with Princess to New Zealand there was always a crew member manning the door to Dining areas to make sure Washy,Washy was enacted and many people could be seen not washing prior to eating.I am aware this does not fix all contact areas[eg.Lifts]but it would certainly help.One of our party came home to be admitted to Hospital with Influenza A,she was perfectly for the majority of the Cruise. Such a pity Discovery Princess is leaving Australian shores but our overall experiance means we would definately sail Princess again[please get rid of the Plastic Shower Curtains!]
I had a standard verandah room on Deck 9, Dolphin level, midship. It came with a small balcony 2 outdoor chairs, and a small table. The room was a bit a cosy and the bathroom even cosier. I liked the under-the-table auto lights for getting up in the middle of the night. The room featured an empty bar fridge and 2 glasses. There was no kettle or tea/coffee bags. I brought a small insulated thermos which I filled with hot water from the Marketplace and had a morning cup of tea. I also brought a smaller thermos as a tea pot. There was a good selection of teas in the Marketplace. As for the complimentary coffee, it is best left unsaid. I did not purchase the barista coffee so I am unable to comment on it. Tip: You can order complimentary light breakfast room service through the room card. The TV had a good selection of movies, with live news. However, it turns off randomly, and we have to call Guest Services to reset several times. There were 2 bath towels and 1 face towel with Beekman handwash, lotion, shampoo and body wash. There was no bathrobe or bathroom slippers. The bathroom was snug. There was a small walk-in closet with many hangers next to the bathroom. There was an in-room safe. You can order room amenities through the Princess App for a one-off fee of $22.99. Prior to sailing, I was sent several emails to upgrade, but decided not to. As a light drinker, the drinks package did not suit me. I topped up my water from the Marketplace and bought a bottle of nice red for a few days of dinner. The World Fresh Marketplace buffet meals were quite good. There was a good variety and there was never an empty bain-marie. You would have to be a very fussy eater to complain about the variety. Breakfast remained the same every day, but lunch and dinner had different meal items. We thoroughly enjoyed the French Night and ate our way with the mussels. The Pastry Shop had an amazing array of desserts. Outside of the main dining times, there is always a small selection of meats, sandwiches, salads and bread. The international cafe on deck 5 is 24 hours have a smaller selection. I found the wait times very minimal, but tables were hard to find at peak dining times. There were ample seating throughout the ship but very limited in the Piazza where the mid-ship entertainment were held. We dine mostly in the Skagway and the Ketchikan. The Ketchikan location was confusing if you are not in the right lifts. Good exercise trying to walk up and down finding it. We found the sit-down dinners better as it prevented us from overindulging. It’s a 3 course meal. You get order more courses, but then it becomes gluttony. Afternoon tea was served on sailing days. Nothing exciting about it but try it once. I found the sandwiches rather dry and skimpy on filling. I won a $100 spa voucher but did not use it as services were really expensive e.g., a massage was between $299- 400. There was no enforcement of rules during formal nights. I saw people in sneakers, shorts and t-shirts rocking to formal nights. It was a contrast to the elegant and dressed up guests. Princess Medallion was very intuitive. You could book your dining times, check in and check out for excursions, order food & drinks to your location, check the ship schedule, locate your friends, onboard navigation within the ship and see your onboard photos. Amazingly, it unlocked my stateroom door as I approached. I found that reservations for restaurants were booked out within 2 days. However, more times did open up closer to dining periods. With approximately 3,000 passengers on board, the majority of guests were respectful and considerate. As with any large group, there would be a few individuals who were entitled, rude or racist. I observed towels being left on many deck chairs, making it unclear whether the seats were genuinely occupied or people too lazy to return their towels to the used bin. The staff were amazing. I cannot fault their service and professionalism. I had only one bad encounter. The ship was well organised, ensuring that every aspect of the journey ran smoothly. Excursions were coordinated efficiently, sanitation was taken seriously, onboard entertainment was well curated and meals were consistently excellent. I appreciated the updates on the weather. 360 Dining I hesitated as it was $229 per person. It was an interactive dining experience. I would return just to eat the lemon pasta. It was simple, but perfectly done. SUVA At the terminal, there are many local guides offering the same tours but at ½ the price. Many small shops. There was free wifi on level 4 at the Tappoo Shopping Centre. Good coffee. LAKUTOA Town centre is a good 30-40 mins from the terminal. There are small vendors and local guides spruiking for business at the terminal. Prices are about 1/2 to 1/4 price less than the ship prices. When you walk out the terminal and hit the roundabout, turn left, about 10-15 mins there is a small supermarket, bakery and McDonald's. Another 15 mins towards the town centre. The high humidity made walking strenuous. The ship offers a A$20 return bus to the town centre. MYSTERY ISLAND Will always remain a mystery as the weather prevented us from landing. NOUMEA Book the Tchou Tchou Train as soon you get off the ship as it gets filled quickly and you have to wait for 2 hours for the next train. Free wifi in the tourist centre building. There are many local guides offering the same tours at ½ the ship price. Many clothes, souvenir and cafes within walking distance. Great supermarket just across from the waterfront.
From the moment you step aboard, we want you to feel welcomed and right at home. And with attentive service from a friendly staff that knows what hospitality means, you’ll find your Princess® ship truly is your home away from home.
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Dining on board a Princess® cruise ship is a joyful celebration and our speciality restaurants always deliver an extraordinary experience. They are among the best at sea – or anywhere. We serve dishes made with the freshest ingredients, and our menus reflect regional flavours from around the world. You'll find our speciality restaurants are the perfect place to celebrate any occasion.
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Ship Highlights
On every Princess ship, you'll find so many ways to play, day or night. Explore The Shops of Princess, celebrate cultures at our Festivals of the World or learn a new talent — our onboard activities will keep you engaged every moment of your cruise holiday.
Activities & Entertainment
On every Princess ship, you'll find so many ways to play, day or night. Explore The Shops of Princess, celebrate cultures at our Festivals of the World or learn a new talent — our onboard activities will keep you engaged every moment of your cruise holiday.
Revitalise and refresh body, mind and soul with Princess®. From rejuvenating spa treatments and the tranquility of a top-deck retreat reserved just for adults to our state-of-the-art fitness centres, you’ll find all the elements to come back new.
From family-friendly stateroom options to enriching youth and family programmes, quality time is time well spent. Onboard activities spark curiosity and fuel creativity while excursions ashore engage and inspire!
