Setting sail in spring 2017, Majestic Princess is the newest addition to the fleet and is a sister to Royal and Regal Princesses.The new ship will be based in China year-round and become the first vessel tailored specifically for Chinese guests incorporating a unique blend of international and Chinese features. She will be home-ported in Shanghai, carrying 3,560 guests for cruises to Japan and Korea, and will offer many of the special features that have made Royal Princess and Regal Princess so popular and distinctive.
From tantalizing sauces and warm breads to pastries baked three times a day, the world-class chefs create exceptional cuisine from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. And whether you’re sailing to Alaska or the Amazon, you’ll find a wonderful array of dining choices to suit any mood, from elegant restaurants to more casual options.
1) Traditional Dining
Traditional Dining is the classic cruise dining experience. Indulge in the freshly-prepared, award-winning cuisine, served at set times in an elegant dining room with the same waitstaff and table mates each evening.
Dining Hours: 1st Seating – 5:45pm 2nd Seating – 8:15pm
* Number of seatings and dining hours are subject to change. Actual times may vary based on itinerary per season.
* Requests for preferences are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
2) Anytime Dining
Anytime Dining offers a flexible dining experience – just like a restaurant would – and gives you the freedom to dine with whomever you wish, at your convenience between 5:30pm to 10:00pm in elegant, upscale venues.
* Not available while operating in Australia.
* Not available on Pacific Princess.
3) Specialty Restaurants
Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to gourmet fare. That's why Princess offers several Specialty Dining options for you to choose from on every ship. These distinctive restaurants provide intimate dining in an upscale atmosphere. Reservations are suggested at these popular venues. And because these restaurants at sea are truly a special treat, a cover charge will apply per person.
4) Casual Dining Venues
When a casual mood calls, you have plenty of choices, even on formal nights. Whether it be the buffet at the Horizon Court, the pizzeria, burger & hot dog grill, or 24-hour room service, you’re able to choose how you dine.
5) Room Service
You may call for personal complimentary Room Service at any time of the day or night. To have continental breakfast delivered to the stateroom, fill out the breakfast card included in the stateroom portfolio and hang it out at night on the stateroom door in order to receive delivery the next morning at the time of your choosing. For a full stateroom menu, you may review the stateroom portfolio, call the number listed in the telephone directory or press the "Room Service" button on the phone.
* Once onboard and subject to availability, you may attempt to switch preferences with 24 hours notice to the Maitre D’ (you may just call the number listed in the telephone directory). The staff will do their best to accommodate your preference.
Princess is happy to meet your request for low-sodium, low-fat, low-sugar and vegetarian diets. Visit Cruise Personalizer® to indicate your dietary preferences.
In addition, kosher meals and baby food are available upon advance written request. Any other special diet requests must be authorized in advance by the Princess corporate office.
You must advise Princess in writing of any special diet, allergies or medical needs. Requests must be received no later than 65 days prior to departure.
* Cruises to Alaska, Canada/New England, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal and Coastal Getaways no later than 35 days prior to departure.
Once onboard, please check with the Maitre D' to confirm your request.
For the first day of your cruise, pack a small carry-on bag with your travel documents, a change of clothes, bathing suit, workout clothes, and any medications you may need. That way you don't have to wait for your checked bags to arrive in your stateroom.
Upon your arrival at the port, take your luggage (if any) to the luggage drop-off area, customer service staff will in the designated counter dedicated for your services. Your luggage will be taken to your cabin (free of charge) after sailing.
Prohibited items will not be allowed or stored onboard the vessel with no exceptions. Guests are fully responsible for either storing these items ashore or disposing of them prior to embarkation.
The following items must not be allowed on board without valid lawful reason:
The above list is not exhaustive. The Ship Security Officer and Staff Captain are authorized to make a professional judgement as to the legality of any item, declared, detected or discovered.
During the cruise, you are free to dress as you wish: the atmosphere onboard is smart casual and formal. Clothing must however be suited to the environment, season, destination (eg. religious sites) or occasion, such as a formal night (smart & elegant is recommended) or an excursion. A jacket or shawl is always advisable.
Smart Casual
Inappropriate dinner wear such as pool or beach attire, shorts, ball caps and casual jeans (with fraying and/or holes) are not permitted in the dining rooms. Shoes must be worn.
Formal
When formal nights are held, please observe the dress code in the Traditional Dining and Anytime Dining venues for the enjoyment of all our guests.
Princess offers formal wear rental on all cruises; this can be arranged prior to embarkation.
Dress with an elegance and style that is perfect for all the formal activities on your cruise with Princess. Cruiseline Formal Wear delivers beautifully-tailored clothing directly to your stateroom.
You will receive a personal cruise card at check-in counter which
will automatically identify your name. During the cruise, you will need
to use it when making purchases in the onboard shops and to pay
for any extra services (except bets at the Casino’s tables), or as a
cabin card. Purchases will be automatically added to your cabin
account, which must then be settled at the end of the cruise in cash
or by credit card.
During boarding, cruise staff will keep your passport/travelling document and full custody, in order to show the different port agencies. On disembarkation day, passport will be distributed back.
International and Maritime Law requires all passengers attend this important drill. Please listen to the announcement for the safety drill. Please collect your lifejackets and check your access card for assembly station. Vital information will be communicated at this time.
The complete schedule of all of the following day’s events will be delivered to your cabin every evening. Make sure you take it with you, even when going ashore, as it has contact numbers and details of the ship’s departure time, the time zone of the destination, etc.
Princess@Sea - Your FREE, mobile-friendly connection to everything onboard!
The complimentary onboard web service offering quick and convenient access to valuable information directly on your mobile phone, computer, tablet or other device. Plus, Princess@Sea Messenger allows you to send text messages to other guests onboard. It even operates in "Airplane Mode". No cellular or data charges required.
Currency used onboard is US Dollar (USD).
The cabins are well equipped with towels, shower gel, hair shampoo, soap, hair dryers, etc., but before you leave home, don't forget to bring along your toothbrush & toothpaste, as there are not provided in your cabin.
Princess Cruises offers a warm and inviting cruise experience on ships that sail to over 330 ports worldwide. The contemporary design of their vessels provide for an intimate setting in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. The onboard activities and amenities are vast and varied and include multiple dining choices, a broad range of entertainment options, and a full complement of onboard activities and enrichment programs.
From the moment guests board they are greeted by a warm and welcoming staff providing a personal level of service designed to make guests feel right at home. Princess Cruises' offers a wide variety of itineraries that will please everyone, from the first-time cruiser to the experienced world traveler. Here you will find the perfect itinerary, whether you are yearning for a relaxing week in the Caribbean or are seeking to explore new and out of the ordinary cruise destinations. On all of their itineraries you can immerse yourself in local cultures and gain a true understanding of the ports that are being visited. They also combine their cruises with land packages to provide a unique cruisetour experience.
Princess Cruises operates 16 ships on over 500 different itineraries throughout the world. Ranging from 1 to 107 days, Their cruise destination include the Caribbean, Canada & New England, the Panama Canal, Europe, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia & New Zealand, South America and world cruise itineraries.