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First Look: Star Princess to Feature Expanded Non-Smoking Casino Areas and Enhanced Guest Experiences for 2025 Launch

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Princess Cruises has unveiled new features for Star Princess, the second Sphere Class ship set to debut in fall 2025. This 4,300-guest, 178,000-ton vessel will offer several enhancements over its sister ship, Sun Princess, including:

- Expanded non-smoking casino areas with 68 additional slot machines
- O'Malley's Irish Pub expansion with 32 more seats
- Enlarged Love by Britto dining venue with 20 extra seats
- New SkyDeck Sports Court & Track for pickleball, basketball, and jogging

Star Princess will feature 2,157 staterooms, including suites, mini-suites, and balcony cabins. The ship will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), reflecting Princess Cruises' commitment to sustainability. It will sail its inaugural season in the Caribbean before repositioning to Alaska in spring 2026.

Princess Cruises ha svelato nuove caratteristiche per Star Princess, la seconda nave della classe Sphere che debutterà nel fall 2025. Questa nave da 4.300 ospiti e 178.000 tonnellate offrirà diversi miglioramenti rispetto alla sua nave sorella, Sun Princess, tra cui:

- Aree di casinò non fumatori ampliate con 68 macchine da gioco aggiuntive
- Espansione del pub irlandese O'Malley's con 32 posti in più
- Ristorante Love by Britto ingrandito con 20 posti extra
- Nuovo SkyDeck Sports Court & Track per pickleball, basket e jogging

Star Princess avrà 2.157 cabine, tra cui suite, mini-suite e cabine con balcone. La nave sarà alimentata a gas naturale liquefatto (LNG), riflettendo l'impegno di Princess Cruises per la sostenibilità. Velerà la sua stagione inaugurale nei Caraibi prima di riposizionarsi in Alaska nella primavera del 2026.

Princess Cruises ha presentado nuevas características para Star Princess, el segundo barco de la clase Sphere que debutará en otoño de 2025. Este barco de 4,300 pasajeros y 178,000 toneladas ofrecerá varias mejoras en comparación con su barco hermano, Sun Princess, incluidos:

- Áreas de casino para no fumadores ampliadas con 68 máquinas tragamonedas adicionales
- Expansión del pub irlandés O'Malley's con 32 asientos más
- Restaurante Love by Britto agrandado con 20 asientos adicionales
- Nueva pista y cancha SkyDeck para pickleball, baloncesto y jogging

Star Princess tendrá 2,157 cabinas, incluidas suites, mini-suites y cabinas con balcón. El barco funcionará con gas natural licuado (GNL), reflejando el compromiso de Princess Cruises con la sostenibilidad. Navegará su temporada inaugural en el Caribe antes de cambiar su ruta a Alaska en la primavera de 2026.

프린세스 크루즈가 스타 프린세스에 대한 새로운 기능을 공개했습니다. 이 배는 2025년 가을에 첫 선을 보일 두 번째 스피어 클래슨 배입니다. 4,300명의 승객과 178,000톤의 배는 자매선인 선 프린세스에 비해 여러 가지 개선 사항을 제공합니다:

- 68대의 슬롯 머신이 추가된 확장된 비흡연 카지노 구역
- 32석이 추가된 오말리의 아일리시 펍 확장
- 20석이 추가된 러브 바이 브리토 식당 확장
- 피클볼, 농구 및 조깅을 위한 새로운 스카이덱 스포츠 코트 및 트랙

스타 프린세스는 스위트룸, 미니 스위트룸 및 발코니가 있는 객실을 포함하여 2,157개의 객실을 갖추고 있습니다. 이 배는 프린세스 크루즈의 지속 가능성에 대한 의지를 반영하여 액화 천연가스(LNG)로 운행됩니다. 이 배는 카리브해에서 첫 시즌을 시작한 후 2026년 봄에 알래스카로 재배치될 예정입니다.

Princess Cruises a dévoilé de nouvelles fonctionnalités pour Star Princess, le deuxième navire de la classe Sphere qui doit faire ses débuts à l'automne 2025. Ce navire de 4 300 passagers et 178 000 tonnes offrira plusieurs améliorations par rapport à son navire jumeau, Sun Princess, notamment :

- Zones de casino non-fumeur élargies avec 68 machines à sous supplémentaires
- Expansion du pub irlandais O'Malley's avec 32 places supplémentaires
- Agrandissement du restaurant Love by Britto avec 20 places en plus
- Nouveau terrain de sport et piste SkyDeck pour le pickleball, le basket-ball et le jogging

Star Princess comportera 2 157 cabines, y compris des suites, des mini-suites et des cabines avec balcon. Le navire sera alimenté au gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL), reflétant l'engagement de Princess Cruises envers la durabilité. Il naviguera sa saison inaugurale dans les Caraïbes avant de se repositionner en Alaska au printemps 2026.

Princess Cruises hat neue Funktionen für Star Princess vorgestellt, das zweite Schiff der Sphere-Klasse, das im Herbst 2025 debütieren wird. Dieses 4.300-Gäste, 178.000-Tonnen Schiff wird mehrere Verbesserungen im Vergleich zu seinem Schwesterschiff, Sun Princess, bieten, darunter:

- Erweiterte Nichtraucher-Casino-Bereiche mit 68 zusätzlichen Spielautomaten
- Erweiterung des O'Malley's Irish Pub mit 32 zusätzlichen Plätzen
- Vergrößerter Love by Britto-Restaurantbereich mit 20 zusätzlichen Plätzen
- Neuer SkyDeck Sports Court & Track für Pickleball, Basketball und Jogging

Star Princess wird 2.157 Kabinen haben, einschließlich Suiten, Mini-Suiten und Balkonkabinen. Das Schiff wird mit Flüssigerdgas (LNG) betrieben, was das Engagement von Princess Cruises für Nachhaltigkeit widerspiegelt. Es wird seine Eröffnungssaison in der Karibik segeln, bevor es im Frühjahr 2026 nach Alaska umpositioniert wird.

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  • Introduction of expanded non-smoking casino areas with 68 additional slot machines
  • Expansion of popular venues like O'Malley's Irish Pub and Love by Britto dining
  • Addition of new SkyDeck Sports Court & Track for enhanced guest activities
  • Use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for improved sustainability
  • Diverse accommodation options with 2,157 total staterooms
  • Planned inaugural Caribbean season followed by Alaska voyages, potentially increasing market reach
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The Stunning Replica of Sister Ship Sun Princess Offers a Few Surprises of Her Own

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises has unveiled exciting, new features for Star Princess, the second Sphere Class ship set to debut in fall 2025. A stunning replica of the sensational Sun Princess now sailing in the Caribbean from Ft Lauderdale, Star Princess will offer several unique enhancements, including non-smoking casino areas, as well as expanded dining venues, and leisure experiences, making her a standout addition to the fleet.

The 4,300-guest, 178,000-ton Star Princess is the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess fleet and will also be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), reflecting the brand's commitment to sustainability. Echoing the sleek, sophisticated design of Sun Princess, Star Princess will also boast cutting-edge features like The Dome, the first geodesic dome at sea, and The Sphere, a breathtaking glass-enclosed Piazza at the heart of the ship.

"After the overwhelming response to Sun Princess, we are excited to debut her sister ship, Star Princess, with added enhancements to elevate the guest experience," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. "From expanded non-smoking casino areas to new spaces for relaxation and recreation, Star Princess will deliver an unforgettable vacation for all when she launches in fall 2025."

New Highlights Aboard Star Princess:

  • Expanded Non-Smoking Casino Areas: Gaming enthusiasts who prefer a smoke-free environment will enjoy 68 additional slot machines in newly designated non-smoking sections of the casino.
  • O'Malley's Irish Pub Expansion: With 32 more seats, this popular venue will accommodate more guests looking to enjoy traditional Irish food, live music, and a selection of beers and whiskeys.
  • Expanded Love by Britto: This exclusive, art-inspired dining venue, a collaboration between artist Romero Britto and Chef Rudi Sodamin, will add 20 more seats for guests to savor its unique seven-course fusion menu.
  • New SkyDeck Sports Court & Track: Active guests will enjoy the new sports court for pickleball and basketball, as well as a jogging track, splash pad, and shaded areas for relaxation.

With 2,157 total staterooms, including 80 suites, 123 mini suites, more than 1,000 balcony cabins, and 100 connecting rooms, Star Princess offers diverse accommodations to suit every preference.

The Sanctuary Collection is the ultimate in quiet luxury with exclusive access to the ship's top deck retreat area, along with a host of additional and high-end amenities designed to enhance their voyage. Available to guests in suites, mini suites and 12 deluxe balcony cabins, these indulgences include exclusive private dining and relaxation areas, a luxurious stateroom experience, as well as the Princess Premier bundle to round out the all-inclusive allure of the Sanctuary experience.

Star Princess will sail her inaugural season in the Caribbean before repositioning to Alaska in spring 2026 offering guests the most amazing voyages in the Great Land, with bookings available now. For more information, visit: https://www.princess.com/en-us/ships-and-experience/ships/st-star-princess.

About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

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FAQ

When will Star Princess, CCL's new Sphere Class ship, be launched?

Star Princess, the second Sphere Class ship from Princess Cruises (CCL), is set to debut in fall 2025.

What new features will Star Princess (CCL) offer compared to Sun Princess?

Star Princess will offer expanded non-smoking casino areas, an enlarged O'Malley's Irish Pub, an expanded Love by Britto dining venue, and a new SkyDeck Sports Court & Track.

How many passengers can Star Princess (CCL) accommodate?

Star Princess can accommodate 4,300 guests and features 2,157 total staterooms.

What type of fuel will Star Princess (CCL) use?

Star Princess will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), reflecting Princess Cruises' commitment to sustainability.

Where will Star Princess (CCL) sail during its inaugural season?

Star Princess will sail its inaugural season in the Caribbean before repositioning to Alaska in spring 2026.

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