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Review of Princess Cruises’ Emerald Princess Reveals a Gem of Ship

By: Sherry Laskin · Updated On: November 17, 2023

One of four sister ships, the Emerald Princess cruises on her own merit.

First Impressions Step onboard the Emerald Princess and at first glance, you’ll immediately be awed by the ship’s understated style and elegance. The Emerald Princess is graced with the same glam and glitz as her three sister ships. The jewel of this ship is the marble-floored Piazza-style atrium with its grand, spiral staircase and towering glass elevators. Here you’ll find guests mingling about, enjoying the adjacent coffee bar, wine bar and “street” entertainers.

A quick walk-through outside reveals four fresh water pools, a huge outdoor movie screen (Movies Under the Stars) and wrap-around walking track. There are activities to lure you outdoors during the day and well into the evening.

The well-designed layout means better passenger flow, fewer traffic jams entering and leaving dining rooms and smaller, intimate meeting rooms and lounges.

Cruise Maven Loves

• The adults-only Sanctuary; a quiet retreat high above the ship, with snacks and beverages included in the $10 fee.
• You can dance the night away at Skywalkers lounge. Nearly 200 feet above the sea, the view is amazing.
• Warm cookies and milk in the evening at Movies Under the Stars. Yum!
• The Ultimate Balcony Dining experience for breakfast or dinner. The name says it all.
• The self-service Launderette. It’s so nice to come home with a suitcase full of clean, neatly folded clothes.

Accommodations There are the usual suspects of cabin categories; suite, mini-suite, balcony, oceanview and interior. Of the 1,557 cabins, over half (881) have balconies. If budget allows, go for one of the 207 suites, from 461 to 687 sq. ft.

Princess offers extra amenities and perks for suites than other premium cruise lines. There’s a complimentary mini-bar set-up, free laundry and a private lounge, to name a few. One of the best perks is the exclusive breakfast at Sabatini’s, far away from the other 2,900 passengers.

While the mini-suites (323 sq. ft.) don’t offer the same amenities as the suites, you’re not left out in the cold. You still have two TVs, welcome aboard champagne and a bathtub/shower combination.

If a suite or mini-suite is not in your budget, the interior cabins are a roomy 160 sq. ft. and include a refrigerator, flat panel TV and bathroom amenities.

Oceanview staterooms vary in size from 158 to 181 sq. ft. Some oceanview staterooms have obstructed views, so be careful with your choice to avoid an embarkation day surprise.

Over half of the staterooms have a balcony, so there are plenty to choose from in a wide range of prices. An impressive 233 to 285 sq. ft. makes this the ideal in-between choice of staterooms.

Kids programs Kids from 3 to 17 years will find plenty to do onboard the Emerald Princess. Divided into three groups, ages 3-7 and 8-12 years plus teens from 13-17, each with their own supervised meeting place.

Kids even have special dinners (with counselors) while teens can attend their own formal night event. Late night group sitting is available for ages 3-12 from 10pm to 1am at $5/hour per child. Children under 3 may participate in Youth Center activities if accompanied by a parent.

Bottom line This isn’t the original Love Boat, but a cruise aboard the Emerald Princess has something that almost everyone would love. Onboard activities span the range from poolside fun and games to art history and computer classes. There’s a wedding chapel with a webcam so friends and family back home can watch the ceremony.

Foodies will love the specialty dining option aptly named “The Chef’s Table” with seating right in the galley. Perfect for families, couples and solo travelers who want a premium cruise experience and the bells and whistles found only on super-sized ships.

Cruise Maven’s Insider Tips

• You don’t have to race to the Princess Theater for the production shows to get a good seat. The theater has a clear sight-line without support poles to block your view.
• Want to see areas of the ship that are usually off-limits? Sign up early for the Behind the Scenes Tour to see the engine room, medical center, laundry area and even visit the bridge and meet the captain. Space is limited to this twice-a-cruise event.
• Note that the Sanctuary is reserved in two shifts: 8am-12:30pm and 1pm-5pm or later. Plan ahead and book early, especially for sea days.

Just so you don’t think I’m partial to this ship, I’ll add that some people don’t like the traffic flow from the theater, the smaller-sized public rooms or the fact that the Sanctuary pool (only) is open to the non-paying guest. I’ve learned that it’s impossible to make everyone happy on every cruise ship out there on the seas. It’s a beautiful ship with excellent service, the hot food is served hot and the coffee is just the right strength. What’s not to like?

Fast facts Sailing since:  May 2007, refurbished 2009 Size: 113,560 Number of passengers/crew:  3,080/1,142 Number of accessible cabins:  25 Number of Dining options:  11 (7 free) Itineraries: Winter and spring of 2015, the Emerald Princess sails the Caribbean from Houston. When the ship returns from Europe in the fall of 2015, Ft. Lauderdale will be the new homeport for the Emerald Princess.

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Emerald Princess Overview

Princess Cruises is one of the most popular and long lasting cruise lines sailing the seven seas today. The Emerald Princess is a hallmark ship for the cruise line with activities that are perfect for their passengers, both young and young at heart. Onboard travelers can experience a classic European piazza feel in the ship’s atrium where the International Café and Vines wine bar are on hand to provide libations. The Emerald Princess’ youth and teen centers are packed with activities and apparatus that facilitate fun and let the children form friendships to last for years. 

• Passenger Capacity: 3,080 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2007
• Last Refurbished: 2019

Emerald Princess Cruise Destinations

Princess Cruises offers a wide array of cruising destinations, as well as a Cruisetour program that is revered in the cruising industry. This impressive selection includes over 100 itineraries reaching over 300 ports all across the world. Whether cruise to take in the beautiful fall foliage of Canada and New England or a splendid voyage to sunny Tahiti, Princess Cruises can offer you a great value with an exceptional experience. Other destinations include, but are not limited to: Asia, Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal, Australia, and more. 

If you enjoy the beauty of autumn, or feel that the colors of fall stimulate and inspire you—choose a cruise to Canada and New England.

Canada / New England Cruisetours

Escape to the mesmerizing coastal cities and enchanting parks of Canada and New England.

When you choose a cruise to the Caribbean, you can expect a sun-laden and tranquil tropical experience.

Eastern Caribbean

Adventures in the rainforest and sunny beach days at Princess Cays—two pieces of the perfect Eastern Caribbean cruise.

You can find everything from castles to crepes, and villas to Van Gogh on a European cruise vacation.

Hawaii holds cultural delights and tropical pleasures in store for your cruise vacation.

Mexican Riviera

Imagine the clear blue waters, fantastic beaches, and fascinating culture you will encounter on a cruise to Mexican Riviera.

Northern Europe

Thrilling Old World tales, the history of the great czars and fairytale castles await you on a Princess cruise to Northern Europe.

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Experience the canal in all its grandeur and view the wonders of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans’ surrounding areas during your Panama Canal cruise.

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Get in touch with the island cultures, ecosystems, and delicious tropical cuisine of a gorgeous region with a Southern Caribbean cruise.

Transatlantic

From coast to coast, take in the ocean breeze and interesting ports of call that come along with a Transatlantic Cruise.

Western Caribbean

Investigate Mayan ruins and rough it off-road in the tropical paradise that comes along with a Western Caribbean cruise.

Emerald Princess Departure Ports

Princess Cruises has one of the most extensive set of sailings. Their ships travel the world embarking from popular ports like New York City, Vancouver, Venice and Los Angeles. They also have cruises that sail from smaller, more exotic ports like Kobe in Japan and Valparaiso in Chile. We’ll help you find a Princess cruise you’ll love, give us a call today. 

A cruise to Civitavecchia is a chance for you to hop a quick train to Rome and explore the enormous history through ruins, galleries and The Vatican museums.

Boston is home to great sports, great food and loads of history with the Freedom Trail and Harvard.

With incredible weather, delicious fare and some stupendous attractions, you will find that Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is one of the most attractive ports in the entire US.

The possibilities are endless when cruising to or from the City of Angels. Let your inner rock star shine as you explore the many wonders of Los Angeles, California.

Quebec City, Quebec

It’s easy to be wowed by Quebec City as Old World Europe is mixed with North American cultures alongside breathtaking landscapes and the flowing Saint Lawrence River.

The cruise port of Southampton features tons of diverse attractions that provide insight into England’s culture and storied past, including fortresses, gardens and national parks.

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Emerald princess staterooms.

Balcony (B1)

The Premium Balcony stateroom is appointed with the same fine amenities as our Balcony stateroom but features a larger balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore.

Balcony (B2)

Balcony (b4), balcony (ba).

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It's also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Balcony (BB)

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Inside (IC)

The Interior stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bedPrivate bathroom with shower

Inside (IA)

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Inside (IB)

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Oceanview (OV)

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. Features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OW)

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Oceanview (OE)

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Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OC)

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A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms, as well as the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites plus premier dining benefits and luxurious perks. Each night, enjoy Club Class Dining, an exclusive dining area featuring expedited seating with no wait, expanded menu options, dedicated wait staff and tableside preparations. Other amenities include priority embarkation and disembarkation, a complimentary one-time wine set-up and so much more!

Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of Champagne. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed, premium bathroom amenities and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.

Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

The Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

These suites are for larger families or groups traveling together and include special suite-only benefits and two bathrooms connected by a large living room, which leads to an expansive private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people.

Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

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About Emerald Princess

The stunning Emerald Princess is a modern and large yet her ambiance is relaxed and intimate. She offers a wide variety of fabulous amenities, delicious dining options , sumptuous accommodations, thrilling activities, captivating entertainment and exclusively designed programs for kids and teens .

A beautiful and grand ship, the Emerald Princess features everything your family desires for an unforgettable cruise. Recharge your batteries at The Lotus Spa & Fitness Center, escape to The Sanctuary, a tranquil retreat for adults with private cabanas, swim in the freshwater pools, enjoy the many bars, lounges and diverse eateries.

The Piazza-styled atrium is the show-stopping centerpiece of this ship. This multi level hotspot is surrounded by a wide variety of venues, including the International Café, Vines, shops, and even hosts street performers and much more. British-style Afternoon Tea is offered daily by white-gloved waiters in formal attire and here you can also indulge in delicious finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits, and cakes.

The Emerald Princess offers a remarkable variety of things to do for every age and interest, including original Broadway-style shows and comedy acts at the stunning Princess Theater. The innovative Movies Under the Stars is poolside and is home to first-run films on a gigantic screen, with popcorn, beverages, toasty blankets and more, making for a fun and unique experience for the whole family. Shop for souvenirs, designer merchandise, perfumes, apparel, accessories and electronics at the duty-free boutiques of Promenade Galleria. Kids and teens will be on the go with their own entertainment and activities in the areas designated just for them. Nights are sizzling on the Emerald Princess, with an array of show lounges, a stunning theater, disco and dancing at Skywalkers Nightclub and try your luck the dazzling Gatsby's Casino. There is even a lovely romantic Wedding Chapel on this amazing ship to say your "I do's" or for a renewal of vows.

Dining choices abound on the Emerald Princess, where you can expect impeccable service and an unforgettable gourmet experience. Specialty restaurants include Share, Crown Grill Chef's Table and others. There are lots of casual choices as well, Horizon Court Buffet, Prego Pizzeria, Trident and The International Café and Scoops, an ice cream sundae bar. Always popular are the gorgeous main dining rooms, each on a different level, where innovative and palate pleasing fare is always on order.

A wide variety of stunning staterooms are offered, including interconnecting Family Suites with balconies. Comfort, amenities and storage are found in all cabins. Choose your perfect room from inside, oceanview, balcony, mini-suites, suites and handicapped accessible accommodations.

Cruise on the beautiful Emerald Princess to breathtaking worldwide ports including Alaska, Mexico, Canada and Pacific US, South America, Australia and New Zealand, Hawaii, Tahiti and South Pacific, World and Exotic Cruises.

Owner's Suite

Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Reserve Collection Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Penthouse Suite

Premium Suite

Vista Suite

Family suite

Club Class Mini-Suite

Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.

Mini-Suite with Balcony

Premium Balcony

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room.

Oceanview Obstructed

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

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Deck: 6 - Fiesta

Botticelli Dining Room.

Crown Grill

Deck: 7 - Promenade

Crown Grill.

Da Vinci Dining Room

Da Vinci Dining Room.

International Cafe

Deck: 5 - Plaza

International Cafe.

Michelangelo Dining Room

Michelangelo Dining Room.

Escapes Travel Cafe

Escapes Travel Cafe.

Captain's Circle

Captain's Circle.

Share By Curtis Stone

Deck: 16 - Sun

Share By Curtis Stone.

Deck: 15 - Lido

Salty Dog Grill

Salty Dog Grill.

Slice & Coffee and Cones

Slice & Coffee and Cones.

World Fresh Marketplace

World Fresh Marketplace.

Steamers Seafood

Steamers Seafood.

Planks BBQ.

Gatsby's Casino

Gatsby's Casino.

Princess Theater

Decks: 6 - Fiesta 7 - Promenade

Princess Theater.

The Library

The Library.

Conference Center

Decks: 16 - Sun 6 - Fiesta

Conference Center.

Skywalkers Nightclub

Deck: 18 - Sky

Skywalkers Nightclub.

Calypso Reef and Pool

Calypso Reef and Pool.

Neptunes Reef and Pool

Neptunes Reef and Pool.

Terrace Pool

Deck: 14 - Riviera

Terrace Pool.

Princess Links

Deck: 19 - Star

Imagine playing on the green while surrounded by a beautiful blue ocean. Whether you’re a dabbler or a devoted disciple of the game, our nine-hole miniature putting course will put your finer golfing skills to the test. After you play a round, step inside to try your hand at our golf simulator, which recreates some of the world’s greatest golf courses like St. Andrews and Pebble Beach so you can play and practice like a pro.

Movies Under The Stars

Decks: 16 - Sun 18 - Sky

Movies UnderThe Stars

Youth and Teen Center

Deck: 17 - Sports

Youth and Teen Center.

Beauty Salon

Beauty Salon.

Fitness Center

Fitness Center.

Decks: 15 - Lido 16 - Sun

The Sanctuary

The Sanctuary.

Wedding Chapel

Wedding Chapel.

Calypso Bar

Calypso Bar.

Crooners Lounge & Bar

Crooners Lounge & Bar.

Tradewinds.

Wheelhouse Bar

Wheelhouse Bar.

Explorers Lounge

Explorers Lounge.

Speakeasy Cigar Lounge

Speakeasy Cigar Lounge.

Center Court

Center Court.

Jogging Track

Jogging Track.

The Piazza.

Princess Fine Arts Gallery

Princess Fine Arts Gallery.

Future Cruise Sales

Future Cruise Sales.

Casino Bar.

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery.

Teen Lounge

Teen Lounge.

Medical Center

Deck: 4 - Gala

Medical Center.

Guest Services

Guest Services.

The Shops of Princess

The Shops of Princess.

Decks: 7 - Promenade 16 - Sun

Dance Floor

Dance Floor.

Club Fusion

Deck: 8 - Emerald

Club Fusion.

Decks: 15 - Lido 17 - Sports

Horizon Terrace

Horizon Terrace.

Sun Terrace

Sun Terrace.

Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions.

Platinum studio

Platinum studio.

Promenade Galleria

Promenade Galleria.

Lotus Spa Pool

Lotus Spa Pool.

Internet Cafe

Internet Café.

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• Year of built 2007
• Length (LOA) 288 m / 944 ft
• Passengers 3679
• Destination Puntarenas
• ETA April 13, 11:00
• Speed 15 kn / 28 km/h
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'The ship can move': Why you should watch next solar eclipses from a cruise ship

Cheers broke out on Holland America Line’s Koningsdam ship when the total solar eclipse began on Monday.

Off the coast of Mazatlan, Mexico, passengers were perched on loungers, reclining on beach towels and lining the railings of Deck 14 with cameras on tripods at the ready. When the sliver of fiery orange that remained of the sun disappeared, a black circle ringed by white light took its place. Passengers applauded the moment they'd been awaiting since the ship departed from San Diego on Friday.

The sunny, 72-degree weather – quintessential cruise weather – gave way to chilly wind and late morning’s best impression of sunset. The horizon line glowed orange in the dusky sky.

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Cruise ships can help take guests to the path of totality for eclipses, allowing passengers to get a prime viewing spot and make a vacation of it.

What is a total solar eclipse?

A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon completely blocks the face of the sun as it moves between the sun and Earth.

While the sun is about 400 times bigger than the moon, the moon is roughly 400 times closer to Earth. “In the past, the moon was much closer, and in the future, the moon will be much further away,” said Adam Burgasser, a professor of astronomy and astrophysics at the University of California, San Diego, and director of the Cool Star Lab, who served as an onboard expert during the cruise. “And so we're in a special time, which, of course, lasts for billions of years, where it's set up just right to block out the sun.”

Total solar eclipses take place about every 18 months on average, but the last one visible from the U.S. was in 2017 .

The phenomenon creates a multi-sensory experience, with a cold front moving in ahead of the eclipse. “You block the sun, and it gets cold,” said Burgasser. “It’s actually just that simple. And it's slow enough that the atmosphere can react.”

Plants and animals respond, too: Birds often begin to chirp, plants may close up, and nocturnal will come out. “It’s kind of an all-around-you experience where it's not just the fact that the sun has been blocked that’s so fascinating, but just the effect it has on the entire environment.” Those effects weren’t easily discernible on Koningsdam, though, which was about 150 miles from shore.

Nicole Chaput, a 57-year-old passenger from Calgary in Canada, said partial and total eclipses are “totally different.”

“I heard someone describe it as being partly pregnant,” she said. “You can’t do it. There’s no comparison.”

What makes a cruise a good place to see an eclipse?

Bad weather can wreck even the best-laid viewing plans. If a city in the path of totality has overcast skies, it can be tough to quickly move to an alternate site.

“If you're on a cruise ship and a little bit farther to the east or a little bit farther to the west along the path, there's clear sky, the ship can move,” said Dan Jarrell, who was on the cruise with his wife, Kay, and friends. The Washington, D.C.-area resident has seen solar eclipses with friends during two other sailings, including on Holland America’s Veendam in 1998.

“If you're on land and there's not a road there, you’d better have a tank,” Jarrell said.

That’s where a cruise ship comes in handy. “Having the ability to map out based on what the current weather is where you can catch the eclipse, and having a range over the course of the ocean where you could chase that a little bit is certainly helpful,” Burgasser added.

Capt. Ane Smit, Master aboard Holland America’s Zaandam for the viewing, said the ship can move at a maximum of 20 knots, so the crew needs to scout out the conditions with enough time to move as needed.

“If it's not good enough, we really need to start finding another spot because we are not the quickest vehicle, of course, to be driving around, but we have the luxury of being able to go in any direction without any restriction,” he said. “It’s a pretty wide highway that we have.”

The view of the horizon also allows passengers to “see that shadow coming in and leaving more so than you can in a topographical area,” said Burgasser. Being in the ocean away from city lights is also helpful for seeing stars and other parts of the sky usually only visible at night.

The cruise line also made the practicalities of watching an eclipse easier: eclipse glasses were distributed to guests’ staterooms and Burgasser guided guests through the event via the ship’s speaker system, before and after totality.

More eclipse cruises on the horizon

If you missed your chance to see it this time or want another go, Holland America has more eclipse-viewing opportunities on the books.

“Guests have reacted positively to our 2024 eclipse cruises and with the next full eclipse in 2026 we plan to have three sailings in Europe that will align with the path of the eclipse,” Paul Grigsby, the line's Vice President of Deployment & Itinerary Planning, said in an email. Details have not yet been released.

Other cruise lines offer similar opportunities as well. Princess Cruises' Emerald Princess was near Koningsdam on Monday.

Chaput, the Canadian passenger, said she’s been “chasing” total solar eclipses since seeing her first one in 1991. Monday’s eclipse marked her seventh viewing and second on a cruise ship.

“I think it’s just such an amazing natural phenomenon,” she said. “It’s seeing science in action.”

Contributing: Josh Rivera, USA TODAY

The reporter on this story received access to this sailing from Holland America Line. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content.  

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected]

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Subscriber only, transportation | brightline partners with princess cruises, wraps train with ‘love boat’ theme.

Florida’s high-speed Brightline train has partnered with Princess Cruises for a “Rail & Sail” program that includes one of its trains made over with the iconic imagery of the brand with ties to “The Love Boat.”

Most Princess ships call Port Everglades home in Fort Lauderdale, including the debut later this year of its newest and largest ship, the Sun Princess. The line is expanding with its first ship to be based out of Port Canaveral this fall when Caribbean Princess arrives.

The nearly 113,000-gross-ton vessel began sailing in 2004, christened by Jill Whelan who played Vicki Stubing on “The Love Boat.” Princess ships were featured during the show’s run in the 1970s and 1980s.

Brightline runs from Miami to Orlando with several stops in South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale and a northern terminus at Orlando International Airport. The line has future stops planned that include Cocoa, near Port Canaveral.

The deal between the train and cruise companies aims to offer passengers hassle-free travel to the two port destinations that includes an optional express baggage checking service at $35 per bag that people can use so their luggage is checked at the train station and will make its way to their staterooms.

The deals include complimentary motorcoach travel from the Brightline station to the cruise port terminal to board the ships. The Orlando-to-Port Canaveral service will begin once Caribbean Princess begins sailing in November.

“A Princess cruise is already the best value in travel and this new partnership with Brightline makes it even easier and more enjoyable to sail with us from the top-rated ports in South and Central Florida,” said cruise line president John Padgett in a news release. “Our guests can just sit back, relax, and let us do the rest, including delivering their luggage directly to their stateroom.”

The partnership also offers discounts of up to 15% on packages booked through the Brightline website. For those who book through May 5, an extra credit for up to $150 per person for certain packages is available.

The Princess theme design adorns four cars that include the Princess “seawitch” logo and depictions of popular ports of call. Princess branding will also be on display at Brightline terminals.

“Brightline has been connecting travelers to South Florida ports since we began operations in 2018 and cruisers from the beginning have found our train to be the easiest way to start their vacation,” said Brightline President Patrick Goddard in the release. “Today’s partnership with Princess Cruises and this train wrap with the iconic Love Boat branding is yet another example of the connection between cruisers and Brightline.

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Four Spots Onboard the All-New Sun Princess We’re Not in Love With

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Travel Market Report returned earlier this week from five days onboard the all-new Sun Princess. With not a lot of time onboard and several areas still not ready, we didn’t get the complete Sun Princess experience. But we had enough time to determine which spaces we believe your clients will love – and which, particularly for past Princess passengers, they might not be 100% thrilled with.

Last week we broke down all the spaces onboard the ship we think your clients will love . This week, we dive into which spots we walked away from feeling ambivalent. Especially for past Princess cruisers, some of these spots could be a real disappointment and warrant a little head's up from you, their travel advisor.

1. Piazza – One of the most popular spots onboard any Princess ship, we're not quite convinced that the new version of the Piazza works. Located inside the Sphere, the atrium stretches three stories tall, with stadium-style seating on the middle and upper levels, and less seating on the bottom level than on other ships.

Princess kept the small press group busy onboard Sun Princess, so we only had a few opportunities to see the Sphere atrium in action.

Similar in design to the atrium theater on Carnival Cruise Line's newest ships, which sounds great on paper but doesn’t work in reality, the Sphere Atrium on Sun Princess has one thing going for it that Carnival's doesn't. Other than a short "show" with aerialists and a hoop twirler prior to Princess’ signature Champagne tower welcome, and a second "farewell" performance towards the end of the cruise (both not yet ready on our sailing, though anyone could watch the performers rehearse throughout the day), there are no production shows in this space. Instead, Princess uses it for events hosted by the entertainment team. From our limited experience checking out each of the three levels, it appears guests can see the main floor action for all three. 

Still, despite being taller than on the rest of the fleet, the atrium itself feels smaller, with less seating on the main level. The few events we passed by were standing room only, on all levels because there was just nowhere to sit.

2. The Arena – For the most part, the Arena, ie the main theater on Sun Princess, is pretty cool. It can be configured in three different ways, to allow for different types of shows. We saw two during our five days onboard. One was a Welsh singer belting out hits from various divas. The other was the first of four new mainstage production show that feature some of the best stage production we've seen at sea, cool costumes, and a loose plotline using mostly classic rock songs to push the plot along.

Both shows used the keyhole configuration of the theater, which features the smallest amount of seating. (The theater in the round and standard setup each provide more seating.) Not a problem for the night of the Welsh singer, the limited seating kicked up a fuss among cruisers for the production of Vallora, a Pirate's Quest.

The seating issue is exacerbated by the large swath of reserved seating for Princess Premium cruisers. A GREAT perk for cruisers who have forked over the extra cost for Princess Premium, it really does reduce the number of seats for "regular" passengers. People showed up an hour (or more) early to snag seats, so that the entire theater was pretty much full more than 20 minutes before each performance (there were three on our sailing).

A Princess spokesperson said the line is not considering requiring reservations. But adding reservation functionality might not be a bad idea, in order to make the process smoother for everyone. People will know if a showing has already filled up without having to camp out for 30 minutes, and Princess can control how many times people see each show to give more people a chance. It's also possible that by the time that all four shows are up and running (some time in July we're told), that guests on any particular sailing won't feel a strong need to see every show. With practically no production-style entertainment on our sailing, the demand for this one show was outsized.

3. Wheelhouse Bar – Wheelhouse Bar is a beloved lounge onboard Princess ships. Sadly, on Sun Princess it has been reduced to just another bar. It's small, with limited seating, and there's no stage or open space for any type of entertainment. It's located near the back of the ship on Deck 7, not far from the Anytime section of the three-level Horizons restaurant, making it more of a pre- or post-dinner spot than anything.

One Elite cruiser from Australia that we spoke to lamented the loss of Wheelhouse Bar as a proper third lounge. Events that might be held in Wheelhouse on other ships are now either held in Princess Live or the Sphere atrium.

4. Horizons Dining – Princess is trying something new with Horizons dining on Sun Princess, dividing its three-level restaurant into three distinct experiences, each with its own name.

The bottom level – or Soleil Dining Room – is for traditional early and late seating dining. There's room for 941 people and clients need to sign up ahead of time for whichever seating they want or sign up on embarkation day.

In the middle is the Eclipse Dining Room, which can fit up to 664 Anytime diners. Clients cannot make reservations – which is different from the rest of the fleet. They must just show up and either get a table on the spot or wait until a spot opens up. Unused space in the Soleil section will be used for Anytime diners as Eclipse fills up.

Both Soleil and Eclipse have the same menu.

Not true on the third level, also called the All American Dining Room, which is the smallest of the three, with room for just 326 people. Like Eclipse, there are no reservations required (or permitted). Crew claimed you can always snag a table, which happened to be true for our one lunch there.

The more casual experience at All American offers a diner-like menu, with a rotating selection of three dishes from the main menu. It's open from brunch to dinner (always the same menu, other than the three rotating selections) every day of the cruise.

We tried out All American one day for lunch and found the menu to be a bit limited (and in some cases, short on taste, namely our mac & cheese and veggie burger). There are a few all-day breakfast options, along with typical diner foods including a cheeseburger (or veggie burger, though Princess would do really well to invest in Impossible Burgers or Beyond Burgers rather than trying to make them from scratch), fish and chips (which gets a thumbs up, here and in O'Malley's), fried chicken, shrimp n' grits, and more plus comfort sides like nachos, tots & poppers, loaded fries, and more.

The single salad option – the house salad – is simply lettuce, parmesan cheese, and croutons. A few cucumbers or a tomato would have been nice! (The Lido Green salad bar, on the other hand, is fantastic and quickly became my favorite spot for a light meal. Plus, it's open for lunch and dinner.)

The dessert menu at All America, is by far, the best part of the menu with indulgencies like a Mississippi mud pie, apple pie, strawberry shortcake, and banana split.

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