Everything to Know About Grand Princess

Cruising (or planning a cruise) on Grand Princess? Our ship guide has everything you need to know.  

This is our guide to everything you need to know about sailing on Grand Princess

About the Ship: Grand Princess is one of Princess Cruises’ larger-sized vessels. At full capacity, the ship can accommodate up to 2,590 passengers and includes 1,301 total cabins. The ship first debuted in 1998 and was last refurbished in 2019. Grand Princess is home to many signature Princess Cruises venues, such as the outdoor poolside movie theatre, the Italian-inspired Piazza, and The Sanctuary. In its latest revamp, the ship received new amenities such as the Leaves Tea Lounge & Library, Alfredo's pizzeria, and The One5 nightclub. 

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Activities + Entertainment: Grand Princess is home to a number of entertainment venues and activities guaranteed to please passengers of all ages. A selection of onboard highlights includes a Fine Art gallery, kids and teens clubs, an internet cafe, a wedding chapel, four pools, a shopping arcade, Lotus Spa, a fitness center, jogging track, practice putting at Princess Links, and a Sports Deck featuring deck chess and a shuffleboard court. 

Come nighttime, guests can enjoy movies under the stars at the poolside theatre, see featured guest entertainers and Broadway-style shows at the Princess Theatre, test their luck at the casino, or enjoy cocktails at one of the numerous lounges and bars. 

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Dining: Grand Princess offers a number of dining options throughout the ship, from endless buffet choices to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, high-end cuisine, and everything in between. With Princess’ ‘Dine My Way’ guests can reserve when and where they would like to eat as opposed to a set time and location. 

Included dining options on the ship are Crafted by Curtis Stone, Chocolate Journeys, Alfredo’s Pizzeria, International Cafe, Horizon Court, The Salty Dog Grill, and Coffee & Cones. For guests looking to splurge, specialty eateries include Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Crown Grill, Chef’s Table, Vines Wine Bar, and Ultimate Balcony Dining. 

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Pricing: Sailings are filling up quickly for cruises on Grand Princess, and prices are changing daily. We recommend booking NOW if you find a price you like - chances are it won’t last long! 

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Tips from Our Community Members:
Excellent cruise and very well managed, kind and courteous staff, great selection of activities, and beautiful vistas. - SJones007

Overall, this cruise was near seamless from beginning to end. From embarkation to disembark it was a very relaxing getaway; the food was adequate, entertainment very good, service was excellent, and the crew was the friendliest ever experienced. - K9trainer

Great services and food! Excellent shows on board! Nicest people on board, both passengers and crew members! Clean environment all over the ship! Onboard activities were excellent. - qinwang323

Everything was enjoyable. Amazed at how well I slept aboard the ship. - BABYNURSE244

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Shore Excursions

With so much to see and do in the ports that Grand Princess will visit, be sure to book shore excursions as early as possible. Spend your day in port exploring, at the beach, on an adventure, or doing a city tour. Save money, and be guaranteed to return to the ship on time when you book with Shore Excursion Group. 

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