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Sun Princess Debuts All-New Holiday Experiences for an Unforgettable Season at Sea

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Sun Princess, recently named #1 Mega Cruise Ship by Condé Nast Traveler, unveils its inaugural holiday program running from November 30 to January 3. The Holidays at Sea experience features new entertainment including a Tree Lighting Celebration in the Piazza, interactive 'Polar Pals' puppets, and Santa Claus visits. The program includes festive activities like the Holly Jolly Sweater Party, holiday trivia, and Stanley the Bear's hide-and-seek game. The ship offers religious services, special holiday menus, themed cocktails, and New Year's Eve celebrations. Additionally, Sun Princess debuts 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto,' a show featuring Romero Britto's artwork in collaboration with Cirque Eloize.

La Sun Princess, recentemente nominata #1 Mega Cruise Ship da Condé Nast Traveler, svela il suo programma festivo inaugurale che si svolgerà dal 30 novembre al 3 gennaio. L'esperienza Holidays at Sea presenta nuove forme di intrattenimento, tra cui una celebrazione dell'accensione dell'albero in Piazza, burattini interattivi 'Polar Pals' e visite di Babbo Natale. Il programma include attività festive come la Holly Jolly Sweater Party, quiz festivi e il gioco del nascondino con Stanley l'Orso. La nave offre servizi religiosi, menù speciali per le feste, cocktail a tema e celebrazioni di Capodanno. Inoltre, la Sun Princess debutta 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto', uno spettacolo che presenta le opere d'arte di Romero Britto in collaborazione con il Cirque Eloize.

Sun Princess, recientemente nombrado el #1 Mega Cruise Ship por Condé Nast Traveler, revela su programa inaugural de vacaciones que se llevará a cabo del 30 de noviembre al 3 de enero. La experiencia Holidays at Sea incluye un nuevo entretenimiento, como una celebración del encendido del árbol en la Piazza, marionetas interactivas 'Polar Pals' y visitas de Santa Claus. El programa incluye actividades festivas como la Fiesta de Suéter Holly Jolly, trivia navideña y el juego de escondidas con Stanley el Oso. El barco ofrece servicios religiosos, menús especiales de vacaciones, cócteles temáticos y celebraciones de Nochevieja. Además, Sun Princess presenta 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto', un espectáculo que incluye las obras de Romero Britto en colaboración con Cirque Eloize.

최근 콘데 나스트 트래블러에 의해 #1 메가 크루즈 선박으로 선정된 선 프린세스(Sun Princess)가 11월 30일부터 1월 3일까지 운영되는 첫 번째 휴일 프로그램을 공개합니다. Holidays at Sea 경험에는 피아자에서 나무 점등 축제, 인터랙티브 '폴라 팰스' 인형극 및 산타클로스 방문 등의 새로운 엔터테인먼트가 포함됩니다. 이 프로그램에는 축제 활동으로 홀리 졸리 스웨터 파티, 연말 퀴즈, 그리고 스탠리 곰의 숨바꼭질 게임이 포함되어 있습니다. 이 배는 종교 서비스, 특별한 휴일 메뉴, 테마 칵테일 및 새해 전야 축제를 제공합니다. 또한, 선 프린세스는 Cirque Eloize와 협력하여 로메로 브리토의 예술 작품을 특징으로 하는 쇼 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto'를 선보입니다.

La Sun Princess, récemment désignée #1 Mega Cruise Ship par Condé Nast Traveler, dévoile son programme inaugural pour les fêtes qui se déroulera du 30 novembre au 3 janvier. L'expérience Holidays at Sea propose de nouveaux divertissements, notamment une célébration de l'allumage de l'arbre sur la Piazza, des marionnettes interactives 'Polar Pals' et des visites du Père Noël. Le programme comprend des activités festives comme la soirée du pull Holly Jolly, un quiz de Noël, et le jeu de cache-cache avec Stanley l'Ours. Le navire offre des services religieux, des menus festifs spéciaux, des cocktails thématiques et des célébrations du Nouvel An. De plus, la Sun Princess présente 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto', un spectacle mettant en avant les œuvres de Romero Britto en collaboration avec Cirque Eloize.

Die Sun Princess, kürzlich von Condé Nast Traveler zur #1 Mega Cruise Ship gekürt, präsentiert ihr erstes Urlaubsprogramm, das vom 30. November bis 3. Januar läuft. Das Erlebnis Holidays at Sea bietet neue Unterhaltung, darunter eine Baumbeleuchtungsfeier auf der Piazza, interaktive 'Polar Pals'-Handpuppen und Besuche des Weihnachtsmanns. Das Programm umfasst festliche Aktivitäten wie die Holly Jolly Sweater Party, Feiertagsquiz und ein Versteckspiel mit Stanley dem Bären. Das Schiff bietet religiöse Dienste, spezielle Feiertagsmenüs, thematische Cocktails und Feiern zu Silvester. Darüber hinaus debütiert die Sun Princess mit 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto', einer Show mit den Kunstwerken von Romero Britto in Zusammenarbeit mit Cirque Eloize.

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New Shows, Holiday Parties, Tree Lighting, Seasonal Entertainment All Part of New Holidays at Sea Program Aboard Conde Nast Traveler's #1 Mega Cruise Ship

Newly Launched "ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto" Adds to Entertainment Lineup

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The newly launched Sun Princess brings an exciting lineup of first-ever holiday experiences to the high seas, transforming its decks into a festive paradise for the season. As the latest and most impressive addition to the Princess Cruises fleet, Sun Princess celebrates its inaugural holiday season with dazzling décor, immersive shows, exclusive family activities and beloved holiday traditions reimagined at sea.

Recently recognized as #1 in Mega Cruise in the United States in the annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, the next-level Sun Princess is the ultimate destination to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah and New Year's in grand style with loved ones. With vibrant seasonal touches and unique activities debuting exclusively between November 30 and January 3, Holidays at Sea promises an extraordinary adventure for families, couples, and friends alike.

"Our team has created a lineup of magical holiday experiences you won't find anywhere else," said Becky Thomson Foley, Princess Head of Global Entertainment. "Whether you're planning a memorable escape this year or looking ahead to the 2025 holiday season, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, as at Princess, entertainment really does happen all around you."

Tree Lighting Celebration, Santa Claus & More in the Stunning Piazza
Each cruise kicks off with a brand new, unforgettable Tree Lighting Celebration in the ship's breathtaking Piazza. Led by the Cruise Director, this spectacular light show brings holiday wishes to life, featuring a talented cast of singers and dancers, a special appearance by Stanley the Bear, and a guest selected to light the ship's grand Christmas tree – the largest ever featured on a Princess ship. With twinkling lights and festive music, this dazzling spectacle will set the mood for an extraordinary holiday journey.  

For the first time ever, guests can interact with the ship's adorable "Polar Pals," enchanting animal puppets designed to delight kids of all ages. Inspired by the Northern Lights, these playful reindeer, penguin and polar bear characters roam the Piazza, engaging guests in memorable moments that bring a touch of winter magic to the tropics.

Guests young and old who believe in the spirit of jolly Old Saint Nick gather in the Piazza to eagerly follow the Santa tracker as he heads toward Sun Princess and makes his way on board for plenty of stories, music and photo opportunities throughout the voyage.

More Holiday Entertainment and Activities for All Ages
Princess World Orchestra – A Jazz Era Holiday Tribute: Step into the golden glitz of the Jazz Era as the Princess World Orchestra brings seasonal classics to life in a sophisticated holiday cabaret.

Holly Jolly Sweater Party: Guests are invited to don their most festive sweaters - or their most outrageous holiday outfits - and hit the dance floor.  The DJ will be spinning an upbeat mix of holiday tunes, setting the perfect backdrop for guests to showcase their holiday spirit and celebrate in style.

Stanley, the New Elf's Daily Hide and Seek: Princess's adorable mascot, Stanley the Bear, dons his green elf suit for the season. Each day, guests can follow clues announced on the Wake Show to track down Stanley's latest hiding spot. It's a playful holiday adventure for all ages. Who knows where he'll turn up next?!?

Holiday Trivia, Competitions and Holiday Movies: From holiday movie marathons on the Movies Under the Stars screen to holiday-themed game shows, the cruise staff has a lineup of fun holiday activities to test guests' knowledge of seasonal traditions, Highlights include a Dreidel Spin-Off in the Piazza, as well as game shows covering everything from Christmas customs to New Year's trivia!

Religious Services
Sun Princess also offers a welcoming seasonal religious services, including:

  • Hanukkah Candle Lighting and Services
  • Christmas Eve Protestant Service
  • Christmas Eve Catholic Service
  • Interdenominational Christmas and Church Services

Festive Holiday Menus and Signature Cocktails
From a perfectly roasted Thanksgiving turkey with all the trimmings to Hanukkah latkes and Christmas prime rib, the Princess culinary team serves up an array of memorable holiday meals. Whether guests dine in the main dining room, specialty restaurants or casual eateries, the holiday spirit will be on full display, including letting the Princess team take care of securing all of the key ingredients, preparation, set up, cooking and cleaning.

To complete the experience, Princess mixologists are serving up holiday-themed cocktails and mocktails. Try "The Jingle," a cranberry vodka infusion, or "Charm," a pecan-spiced delight – both perfect for toasting the season.

Ring in 2025 with a Toast & a Kiss on The Love Boat
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style on The Love Boat—be sure to pack sequins, bow ties and dancing shoes as Sun Princess transforms into the ultimate party venue. The decks will come alive with music, décor and dancing all leading up to a spectacular countdown complete with noise makers, the Sun Princess Band and a Champagne toast to ring in 2025.

While Sun Princess exclusively offers the new Holidays at Sea program, all Princess ships in the fleet will celebrate the holidays in style, decked with holiday décor, festive activities, special menus, themed drinks and more, ensuring the magic of the season touches every corner of the Princess family.

New Show: ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto
In addition to the holiday celebrations, ArtBeat on Sun Princess has re-launched as "ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto," now featuring the iconic art of Romero Britto (who also has his namesake Love by Britto restaurant onboard Sun Princess). The reimagined show, in collaboration with Cirque Eloize, celebrates the vibrant art of Romero Britto, whose bold colors and playful patterns bring joy and energy to every scene. The story follows Sketch, a passionate artist who finds inspiration in a colorful cast of characters, creating a masterpiece that embodies the spirit of love and creativity

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.

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 does Sun Princess's Holidays at Sea program run?

The Sun Princess Holidays at Sea program runs from November 30 to January 3.

What holiday entertainment is offered on Sun Princess?

Sun Princess offers Tree Lighting Celebrations, Polar Pals puppet interactions, Santa visits, Holly Jolly Sweater Party, holiday trivia, movies, religious services, and special holiday menus and cocktails.

What new show has been launched on Sun Princess?

Sun Princess has launched 'ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto,' a show featuring Romero Britto's artwork in collaboration with Cirque Eloize.

What recognition did Sun Princess recently receive?

Sun Princess was recently recognized as #1 in Mega Cruise category in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards.

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