Royal Princess

Princess Cruises · Royal-class cruise ship

Royal Princess at a glance

Ship planning snapshot

Royal Princess at a glance
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Overview

Royal Princess is a Royal-class cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc, and is the third ship to sail for the cruise line under that name. As the lead vessel of the Royal class, she lends her name to the company's Royal class, which will consist of six ships upon the last ship's delivery in 2021.

Experience on board

Royal Princess is best planned by matching the itinerary with the ship's dining rhythm, cabin choices, and sea-day pace. Before booking Royal Princess, compare what Princess Cruises includes in the fare with the extras you actually expect to use on board. SeaDays helps travelers organize notes for Royal Princess, from cabin preferences and port plans to reminders for embarkation day.

Who this ship is best for

Royal Princess suits travelers who want a Princess Cruises sailing with enough structure to compare cabins, onboard rhythm, and itinerary fit before booking. It is also useful for cruisers who prefer to plan port days and ship days together instead of treating the vessel as only transportation. Repeat Princess Cruises guests compare Royal Princess to other fleet mates—loyalty perks and cabin upgrades may influence the final choice.

Key facts

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Princess Cruises
Experience
Princess Cruises ship profile for itinerary, cabin, and shore-day planning.
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Royal-class cruise ship

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