Ruby Princess is a Crown-class cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc. Delivered in 2008 by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, Ruby Princess also became the ninth and final Grand-class ship to join the Princess Cruises fleet. Ruby Princess entered service in 2008. Ruby Princess is a Crown-class cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Ruby Princess with other Princess Cruises ships before booking.
Ruby Princess Cruise Ship Guide
Princess Cruises · Crown-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Princess Cruises
- Ship class
- Crown-class cruise ship
- Entered service
- 2008
- Gross tonnage
- 113,561 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 3,080 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,200
- Length
- 290 m
- Beam
- 36 m
What makes this ship notable
Ruby Princess is a Crown-class cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc. Delivered in 2008 by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, Ruby Princess also became the ninth and final Grand-class ship to join the Princess Cruises fleet.
Highlights
- Ruby Princess is a Crown-class cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc.
- Delivered in 2008 by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, Ruby Princess also became the ninth and final Grand-class ship to join the Princess Cruises.
Practical planning
Use Ruby Princess’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Princess Cruises for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Ruby Princess in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Ruby Princess?
Ruby Princess is operated by Princess Cruises.
When did Ruby Princess enter service?
Ruby Princess entered service in 2008.
What class is Ruby Princess?
Ruby Princess is a Crown-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Ruby Princess carry?
Catalog capacity is 3,080 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Ruby Princess?
Verified catalog specs list Ruby Princess at 113,561 GT, 290 m long, 36 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Ruby Princess?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
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