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Golden Princess

Balcony on the Golden PrincessBeginning on the West Coast, the Golden Princess serves as your guide for visiting areas as far north as Alaska and as far south as Argentina and Chile. This Grand Class ship, debuting in 2011, provides accommodations for up to 2,600 passengers. From Movies Under The Stars® to a wealth of entertainment options, there’s plenty to do as the ship sails the Pacific toward Hawaii, South America, and Alaska.

Accommodations

Last refurbished in 2012, this ship features 17 decks with 1,318 cabins, with the following possibilities available: • 33 suites with private balconies • 7 window suites • 2 family suites • 178 mini-suites with private balconies • 523 balcony cabins • 208 ocean view cabins • 367 inside cabins Out of this amount, 789 rooms feature private balconies, and 26 offer wheelchair accessibility.

Dining

Dining Options on Princess CruisesFind a flavor satiating your palate with Princess’ range of fresh, gourmet options. Just choose how and when you have your meals: Traditional: The formal cruise tradition continues in the Cavaletto Dining Room, with fixed meal times and wait staff bringing meals to your table. Any Time: The Donatello and Bernini Dining Rooms let you grab a bite on your own time, without worrying about a fixed schedule. Specialty: From classic Italian to fresh seafood, get a meal that’s just what you’re looking for. Try Princess’ Italian restaurant, Sabatini’s, opt for steak and seafood at the Crown Grill, or get a great view with your meal through Ultimate Balcony Dining. Casual: There’s no dressing up to get a delicious meal, no matter if you choose the International Café, the Horizon Court, Lobby Bar, Vines Wine Bar, the Trident Grill, an ice cream shop, pizzeria, afternoon tea, or 24-hour room service.

Entertainment & Activities

Movies under the Stars on Princess CruisesAlthough each port presents a range of opportunities, there’s so much to explore on each ship. With the Golden Princess, start traditional, with its many pools for relaxing and sports areas for staying active. Of course, while places like the Calypso or Neptune Reef and Pool offer activities for all ages, adults can find relaxation and solace in The Sanctuary, while children get their own space in the Splash Pool. Once you want to play a game, be ready with your golf clubs for the nine-hole putting course, or simply go to the Center Court for a basketball or volleyball match. But if you’re not looking to complete, you can always flex your muscles in the gym and fitness center. Along with these, try something quiet and low-key in the library or art gallery, where collections are on display, or get ready to browse and find deals in the duty-free boutique, where designer merchandise may be 30-percent off. At night, decide what you prefer: Are you more of a watcher or a doer? The Princess Theater’s and Vista Show Lounge’s productions, known for professional performances and quality acoustics, are hallmarks of the former, while for the latter, consider heading over to the casino or the ship’s many nightclubs, like the popular Explorers Lounge or Skywalkers Nightclub. Afterward, you may need to unwind, so grab a drink and chat in one of the ship’s lounges. Smoking and nonsmoking options include the Wheelhouse Bar, Player’s Cigar Bar, and the Promenade Lounge and Bar. Children, of course, won’t be bored, as Princess considers activities for those between the ages of 3 and 17. Movies, arcades, pools, and more age-appropriate activities can be found at the Fun Zone and Teen Center. See the Pacific and the continents surrounding with a cruise onboard the Golden Princess. Find the right itinerary and book your trip today with Direct Line Cruises.