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Island Princess Review

Island Princess is one of the two 92,000-ton Coral-class ships -- the other is Coral Princess -- that offer transits through the Panama Canal. They were custom built to do so and are the only two Princess ships in the fleet small enough to get through the locks.

A 2015 dry dock added 121 staterooms and reorganized and refurbished certain public areas of the ship to accommodate the new cabins. The Horizon Court was remodeled to improve passenger flow, and its updated design includes the addition of an Italian pastry shop. If you sailed the ship previously, you will feel like a first timer as many public spaces have changed locations: The Sanctuary sun deck is now on one deck instead of two and its pool is gone; the teen center has moved to Deck 14, while the kids club has lost its outdoor space; the fitness center exchanged its former Deck 14 location to one on Deck 6; and even the shore excursions desk and future cruise booking office have new locations. The multipurpose Universe Lounge is no more. The end result is that the remaining public areas can feel more crowded with the addition of the extra passengers.

Despite the refit, the ship still feels a little dated, especially in the corridors (which can be uneven in places) and cabin bathrooms. While the four-story atrium -- undoubtedly eye-catching with its lovely, tinkling waterfall, glass-fronted elevator, comfortable seating, white grand piano and profusion of greenery -- is the centerpiece of the ship, the area still has a cramped feeling, which is particularly noticeable on sea days.

Island Princess is a comfortable ship. It won't intimidate virgin cruisers like some of the newest behemoths might do, and staff throughout the ship are pleasant and willing to help with queries or requests. With plenty of onboard entertainment opportunities, a good selection of shore excursions, good food and fantastic kids' programs, the ship makes it easy for guests to have an enjoyable holiday.

Bottom Line

Fellow passengers.

Island Princess attracts families, couples and a few singles. Although it is a ship for all ages, summer holidays tend to attract more families with children and teenagers. Our Mediterranean cruise attracted a good mix of ages, with the bulk of passengers hailing from the United States, followed by Brits and a healthy smattering of Australians. Other nationalities -- including Chinese, Japanese, Canadians and Italians -- made up the balance. Depending on itinerary, however, it would be fair to say that the majority of Island Princess passengers are American. Announcements are kept to a minimum.

Island Princess Dress Code

During the day, anything goes, although beachwear is not allowed in the restaurants without a cover-up. On most nights, recommended evening dress is smart casual -- an open-neck shirt and trousers for men and a dress, skirt ensemble or trouser suit for women. Cruises of five nights or longer include at least one formal dining night, while cruises of seven to 13 nights have two formal evenings.

Although Princess asks that passengers observe the dress code, particularly in the main dining rooms, we saw many people flouting the rules. Men, in particular, turned up in short sleeve, open-neck checked shirts, casual trousers and sneakers. Generally speaking, ladies were better turned-out; while less than a handful wore evening gowns, most turned up in cocktail dresses or elegant trouser suits. Staff seemed to turn a blind eye to any dress code infractions.

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1.5-hour Sunset Cruise

What better way to end a perfect day than with a brilliant, picturesque evening cruise along the scenic Indian and St. Lucie rivers. Indulge in total relaxation for the duration of your one and one half hour cruise. Enjoy your favorite cocktails from our full-service bar. Our friendly staff is here to make sure your cocktail is poured to perfection.  You will not want to miss the gorgeous Florida sunset along the shores of Stuart – nominated America’s Happiest Seaside town by Coastal Living. Do not forget to take lots of pictures against the stunning backdrop of the river with the sun sinking low above it. The boat boards 15 minutes before the departure time, so be sure to arrive with plenty of time. Reserve your sunset cruise now – the best views of Stuart are from the water!

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Enjoy our scenic 4.5 hour narrated lunch cruise down the Indian River along the shores of Jupiter Island, home to the rich & famous. Learn about island residents, like Tiger Woods & Greg Norman, all while dining on a delicious meal.

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Relax and enjoy the splendid scenery from the comfort of the enclosed air-conditioned main salon or the open-air upper deck of the sleek Island Princess. As we cruise the calm waters, watch for porpoises, manatees, pelicans, blue herons and egrets in their natural habitat.

This is the beginning of an adventure for the whole family. As you cruise the calm waters of Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway, the captain’s narration brings history to life. Learn tidbits about Stuart’s famous residents as you cruise by their homes, and become acquainted with many bird sanctuaries, spoil islands, and other points of interest along the way.

The Island Princess offers scheduled  sightseeing cruises ,  lunch cruises ,  dinner cruises ,  sunset cruises , booze cruises and also private charters on the St. Lucie River, the Indian River, and the Jupiter Sound. All cruises depart from Pirates Cove Resort and Marina. Cruise with us today – the best views of Stuart are from the water!

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The beautiful 90' Marco Island Princess sails daily from her dock at Rose Marina cruising the pristine waterways of Marco Island. Now, independently and locally operated by Sunshine Tours & Charters . The only Marco Island business providing ALL of your charter needs since 1984!

Locals and visitors alike enjoy the outstanding cuisine, professional & friendly crew, and comfortable ambiance of a cruise aboard the beautiful 90’ Marco Island Princess!

All of our delicious meals are prepared fresh on board for your enjoyment. Our professional and friendly crew will attend to your every need. Two full service cash bars serving up all of your favorite drinks!

The Marco Island Princess offers Sightseeing , Nature & History Lunch Cruise, Captain's Sunset Dinner Cruise, Admiral's Sunset Dinner Cruise, Sunset Cocktail Cruises and much more! While cruising, enjoy playful dolphins, warm sunshine, Gulf breezes and beautiful view that changes every moment.

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A Life-Long Dream Discovered on Pitcairn Island

By margie vance.

Almost 30 years ago, Pitcairn Island captured my imagination while reading “Mutiny on the Bounty”—is there really such a place?—do people still live there?—what are they like?—how do they survive on a tiny island in the Pacific, a world away from civilization?

Thus began my journey, which culminated this April when Royal Princess (on its final voyage) anchored offshore and welcomed aboard my Pitcairn friends for a morning visit.

Pictairn is a paradise, a well-kept secret since Fletcher Christian and his crew landed in 1789. Even today, the entire population—47 men, women and children—are direct descendants of the Bounty. Pitcairn appeared in the distance in the early morning hours—a tiny speck of land, less than two square miles, displaying gloriously green landscape and rock formations standing untouched since creation.

Captain Ivan Jerman anchored strategically to provide us with a picture perfect view of Bounty Bay (the Bounty still lies on the ocean floor just beneath our ship). Adamstown was before us, a delightful settlement of lovely homes, town center, medical office, beautiful church and one small dirt road which circles the island.

Having established web-friendships with several of the islanders over the last six years since internet reached their remoteness, they were thrilled to hear of our plans to stop by. There were lots of requests from the islanders for special items and I was asked to bring “luxury” items such as Baby Ruth candy bars, writing paper, swimsuits, etc.  Supply ships come by only a few times each year, and they deliver only basic life necessities. It was great fun shopping for all the little luxuries they so seldom see. We ended up with four extra suitcases full of goodies! Air Tahiti Nui was also most generous in allowing us extra baggage for our cause.

Because we had three days at sea before arriving at Pitcairn, we took every opportunity to excite other passengers about the port. Many were not even aware of the true story of the Bounty, which we were happy to summarize for them.

At breakfast, lunch, pool time, waiting for shows, even in the restrooms—if anyone mentioned Pitcairn, we flamed their interest with personal stories from our correspondence with the islanders. By the time the longboat pulled alongside, we had the entire starboard side of the cruise ship calling out greetings to those coming aboard!

The Princess staff also graciously helped me prepare gifts bags for each of the 11 island children. The culture difference between us was immediately evident—Princess passengers busily purchasing original handicrafts and postmarking cards, while the Pitcairners gently and quietly sold their wares, graciously entertained questions and shared stories of their homeland.

Our cruise ended much too soon as we bid a fond farewell to one the most remote and amazing places on earth–our Princess ship being one of the privileged few to visit each year. Thanks, Princess, for this opportunity of a lifetime!

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Island Princess current position

Island Princess current location is at North America West Coast (coordinates 10.99636 N / -87.79201 W) cruising at speed of 13.3 kn (25 km/h | 15 mph) en route to HUATULCO. The AIS position was reported 14 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Island Princess

Island Princess current cruise is 112 days, round-trip World Cruise - Roundtrip Los Angeles , themed as "Easter". Prices start from USD 15498 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 18 Jan, 2024 and ends on 09 May, 2024 .

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The 2003-built Island Princess cruise ship is the second of the two Coral-class Princess ships, together with Coral Princess .

The vessel (IMO number 9230402) is currently Bermuda- flagged (MMSI 310384000) and registered in Hamilton .

History - construction and ownership

Princess Cruises is a USA-based passenger shipping company headquartered in Beverly Hills CA. A former subsidiary of P&O Princess Cruises (1977-founded), in 2003, the company merged with Carnival Corporation - the world's largest cruise shipowner. Among Princess Cruise Lines Ltd's assets is the Caribbean private island resort Princess Cays (on Bahamas Eleuthera Island's southern end), located approx 80 km (50 mi) from Nassau .

The 2200-passenger ship Island Princess and Coral Princess are "aberrations" for Princess Cruises. The line launched only two cruise vessels of this size before joining the rest of the industry in building ever-more-massive ships (like those in the Grand-class). Not part of either the group of biggest-in-fleet ships or the mid-sized Sun-class vessels, Island Princess falls somewhere in the middle and in many ways, it represents the best of both. Island Princess mixes the exotic (international crew members, stylish Italian dining venues, celebrity-style spa treatments) and the familiar (cruising's ubiquitous buffets, poolside umbrella drinks, cocktails and bingo). The public spaces are shiny, and even though the vessel was launched in 2003, there's no suggestion of wear and tear. Service is very good, especially in the dining venues. And the amusement is top rate. But the thing which really stands out is the quality of life onboard. Island Princess does a notable job of creating a typical Alaska experience that's highlighted by a lecture series featuring a state naturalist, National Park Service "ranger talks" and a presentation by the 1st woman to win the Iditarod. There is even a Princess travel guidance and map which allow guests to detect their navigational locations while referencing tales, points of interest and photos of the route.

Decks and Cabins

Island Princess staterooms (1107 total, in 34 grades) include 123 Suites, 581 Balconies, 181 Oceanviews and 122 Interior, also 20 wheelchair-accessible cabins. Almost 80% of all outside passenger accommodations have private step-out balconies. The largest are the Balcony Suites (300-470 ft2 / 28-44 m2 including the terrace).

The boat has 15 decks , of which 12 are passenger-accessible and 9 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The two main restaurants onboard Island Princess serve up traditional 5-course evening meals. The line offers set seating at 6 and 8:15 pm. in the Bordeaux and flexible anytime dining in the Provence Restaurant. The menus in both venues are the same with favorites, such as Executive Chef Martial Diffor's fettuccine alfredo, beef wellington, deep-sea cod in coriander butter sauce, twin broiled lobster tail. All meals are prepared to order. Menus in the main restaurants also offer vegetarian choices and Lotus Spa innovative dishes, with healthier options like chilled yogurt and tamarind soup with grated lemon zest, filet of baby turbot with fennel Pernod sauce and tropical fruit smoothie with lime. Guests who prefer more formal fare can choose the sit-down service in the Bordeaux dining room for breakfast and lunch.

Follows the complete list of Coral Princess restaurants and food bars.

• Bordeaux Restaurant (ship's forward Dining Room; dinner only)
• Provence Restaurant (ship's forward Dining Room for Breakfast 7-9 am, Lunch 12-1:30 pm, Afternoon Tea 3:30-4:30 pm; “Anytime Dining” for Dinner between 5:30-8 pm or 8-10 pm, "Chef's Table" private dining)
• Sabatini’s Restaurant (Italian specialty restaurant; reservations recommended)
• Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse (specialty restaurant)
• The Bar & Grill (complimentary fast food)
• Horizon Court (self-service buffet restaurant, complimentary)

In April 2024 Princess Cruises announced that starting September 14th (2024) fleetwide would be introduced 3 distinct main dining/dinner table service options – Traditional, Reservable, and Walk-in Anytime. By the new program (introduced with Sun Princess) on each ship are allocated 3 separate dining rooms - one for Traditional dining (offering early and late dinner seating), one with Reservable times, and one for Walk-in Anytime (open-seating). The new options are integrated with the OceanNow service, allowing anything to be ordered anytime, and delivered anywhere onboard.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

On either side of the Fiesta and Promenade Decks are the two grandest venues of Island Princess: Princess Theater and Universe Lounge. Tucked between the two are the majority of lounges and bars, including the clubby Explorers Lounge, the Wheelhouse Bar which is more sedate, the retro Crooners martini bar, Churchill's cigar lounge and the casino, with its various table games like blackjack, poker, roulette and state-of-the-art slots. By day, ScholarShip@Sea program focuses on enrichment with a wide range of programming. There are dance classes, lectures on bridge and fashion, computer instruction. When Island Princess gets to the Panama Canal, passengers are provided with a lecture about canal's history and how it works.

Follows the complete list of Island Princess lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens and adults.

• The Piazza Atrium (3-deck open floor area; features live performances entertainment and lobby Bar Piazza)
• La Patisserie Bar (specialty coffee bar)
• Princess Fine Arts Gallery; Photo Gallery & Shop; Photo Kiosk; Platinum Studio
• Library (with Internet stations); Internet Cafe (24-hour); Card Room
• Princess Island Theatre (2-level musical and show productions; hosts workshops, seminars, game shows)
• The Universe Lounge (2-level second show lounge, also used for dance lessons)
• Churchill Lounge & Bar (smoking lounge and sports bar)
• Calypso Cove Shop; Essence Shop; Meridian Bay Shop; Facets Shop
• Princess Island Casino
• Crooners Lounge & Bar (live music; also used for seminars)
• Explorers Lounge & Bar (disco/show lounge; hosts karaoke, comedy, game shows and art auctions)
• Wheelhouse Bar (piano bar during the day and an English pub nightly)
• Wedding Chapel
• Island’s Lotus Spa complex; Beauty Salon; Fitness Center (with Aerobics Studio)
• Movies Under the Stars (LED screen outdoor cinema)
• Video Games Arcade; Teen Center; Youth Center with Paddling Pool and outdoor playing areas
• The Sanctuary (adults-only sundeck/open-air area)
• Lido Pool area; Lotus Pool area
• Central Court (volleyball, basketball, European football); Shuffleboard; Deck Chess; Princess Links/Mini=Golf Course.

Itineraries

Island Princess itinerary program is best-known for the Panama Canal transition cruises (passing thru the Historic/Old Locks). The boat also operates around the world voyages .

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, the Island Princess ship was paused for 2+ years (March 2020 thru April 2022). "World Cruise 2022" (112-day roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale/Port Everglades, Florida USA ) was canceled. Operations were scheduled to restart with Caribbean itineraries (7-day and 14-day B2B roundtrips from Port Everglades), followed by an 18-day Transatlantic crossing and a European season (Baltic-Iceland-Greenland from Southampton UK) and a mini-Mediterranean season (from Civitavecchia-Rome).

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Island Princess Wiki

The vessel (STX France/Chantiers de l’Atlantique yard/hull number D32) has volume 92822 GT-tons, DWT-deadweight tonnage 8015 tons, max draught 8,3 m. The powerplant is based on 2x Wartisla marine diesel engines (model 16V46C) plus a gas turbine (model General Electric LM2500) with combined output 62,7 MW (84055 hp). The propulsion is CODLAG (combined diesel-electric and gas). The registered shipowner is PRINCESS CRUISE LINES LTD, while the registered manager is BRITTANY SHIPPING CORP LTD.

The vessel was ordered in 1999, its construction started in 2001 and was launched on July 2, 2002. The christening ceremony was on July 11, 2003, held dockside at Canada Place Cruise Terminal in Port Vancouver. The naming event was led by two godparents - the Canadian pairs figure skaters (Salt Lake Olympic Games figure skating gold medalists/spouses at the time) Jamie Rae Sale (1977-born/Olympic Champion 2002 & World Champion 2001) and David Jacques Pelletier (1974-born/Olympic Champion 2002). The Maiden Voyage left from Vancouver on July 3rd. The inaugural cruise (7-day "Voyage of the Glaciers" Alaskan itinerary) visited Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway, featuring scenic cruising in Glacier Bay NP (College Fjord). For the inaugural winter season (2003-2004/September-April) the ship was deployed in the Caribbean and homeported in Port Everglades-Fort Lauderdale (Florida USA) .

Note: In 2002, the Canadian couple Jamie Sale and David Pelletier had to share the gold medal with a Russian skating couple (Elena Berezhnaya and Anton Sikharulidze) - which is a rarity in figure skating. The issue raised discussions regarding assessments in this sport. The Canadians made their skating with no flaws, but Russia argued that the Russian couple's performance was more complex and therefore deserves the gold medal, despite a minor flaw in the performance. As a diplomatic way out, both couples were given gold medals.

Princess Cruises Island ship is the fleet's 2nd CORAL-class liner, with sistership Coral . The vessel was launched on July 12, 2003. The naming ceremony was held in Port Vancouver (BC Canada) .

Island Princess spends autumn, winter and spring sailing on 10-day or 2-week-long Panama Canal transition cruises visiting ports in Aruba, Costa Rica, Colombia, the Mexican Riviera. During summer, the ship offers 7-day Alaskan itineraries from Vancouver Canada to Whittier Alaska .

The Princess sisterships Island and Coral are the fleet's only Panamax vessels. Panamax ships cover all standards for transiting through the Panama Canal. In 2017, Caribbean Princess made its maiden season of Panama Canal cruises through the new locks (inaugurated on June 26, 2016).

Island Princess World Cruise 2025

In April 2023 was opened for booking Island Princess's World Cruise 2025.

The 116-night/117-day itinerary features 33500+ NM (~62050 km / 38550 mi) of cruising, 51x destinations (ports and islands in 26 countries on 6 continents) 11x late-night port calls, 27x UNESCO sites.

The voyage can be booked as a roundtrip from  Fort Lauderdale Florida (departing on January 5th) or a roundtrip from Los Angeles California (departing on January 20th).

The journey also visits for the first time (for Princess Cruises) the popular port cities  Bar Montenegro , and  Taranto Italy , as well as Greece's  Patmos Island  and  Volos (port for the Meteora Monasteries).

Prices started from US$20540 per person with double occupancy.

Early Booking promo perks for booking the roundtrip (from Florida or California) by May 31, 2023, included first-class or economy-class roundtrip flights, Princess Plus package (free beverages and WiFI), onboard credit, specialty dining, and Captain's Circle Benefits.

Guests paying in full for the World Cruise by May 31, 2023, will also receive an additional 5% FCC (Future Cruise Credit) on the fare paid.

Island Princess World Cruise 2024

In November 2021 was announced the ship's World Voyage 2024 starting in January. The voyage offers roundtrip departures from two ports in the USA - Port Everglades/Fort Lauderdale Florida (January 4th) and Los Angeles California (January 18th). A 97-day segment departs from LA (Jan 18) and ends in Fort Lauderdale.

The full itinerary (112-days) visits 51 ports/islands in 27 different countries (6 continents), 25 UNESCO sites, 12 maiden ports (for a Princess World Cruise), and offers 33000+ nm/nautical miles (~38000 mi / 61200 km) of sea and ocean navigation.

Prices started at USD 21080 (EUR 18170 / GBP 15530) per person with double occupancy.

Early booking perks (full world cruise bookings made by January 31, 2022) included complimentary Specialty Restaurant dining (up to 4 dinners during the voyage), Premier Beverage Package (all onboard drinks/alcohol included), unlimited Wi-Fi, roundtrip flights from either USA or Canada (first-class airfare for Suites, economy-class airfare for balcony cabins), daily crew gratuities, US$ 500 pp OBC(onboard credit).

Island Princess World Cruise 2023

In late-January 2021 was announced a 111-night/112-day "World Cruise 2023" leaving roundtrip from Florida USA (Fort Lauderdale) on January 5, and (alternatively/97-day itinerary) from Los Angeles/Long Beach on January 19. The full itinerary visits 50 ports/destinations in 31 countries (on 6 continents) and total 34500 NM/nautical miles (39700 mi/63900 km) of global cruising.

Signature destinations include South Pacific (French Polynesia, Australia, New Zealand), Asia (Thailand), Europe-Mediterranean-Adriatic, Arabian Gulf (Dubai, Aqaba-Petra), Panama, Costa Rica. The World Voyage 2023 includes a maiden port for Princess ( Gythion Greece ).

Bookings opened on February 10, 2021, with prices starting from USD 20,000 per person with double occupancy.

Early bookings (made by August 31, 2021 /itineraries from Fort Lauderdale or Los Angeles) receive free beverages, specialty dining, prepaid gratuities, unlimited WiFi, $1000 per person in OBC (onboard credit), free flights (passengers from Canada and USA only).

Island Princess World Cruise 2022 (canceled)

In 2022, Princess Cruises scheduled a 112-day World Cruise on Island Princess. The voyage visited 6 continents and 51 ports/destinations (including 25x UNESCO sites) in 29 countries. Itinerary options included two roundtrip departures from the USA - Fort Lauderdale Florida (January 5 through April 27) and Los Angeles California (January 19 through May 11).

However, due to the ship's extended pause, World Voyage 2022 was canceled. The itinerary featured crossing twice the equator, Panama Canal transition, Suez Canal transition, 11x late-night port visits, 1x overnight, cruising a total of 34000 nm (~63000 km / 39130 mi).

112-days "World Cruise 2022" (roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale) itinerary was copied for 2024.

Prices ranged from USD 21000 per person (double occupancy Inside Cabin) to USD 58,000 pp (Suite). Balcony staterooms were priced from USD 30,000 pp. Pricing excluded taxes and shipboard gratuities.

Island Princess World Cruise 2021 (canceled)

In late-August 2020, due to COVID-related international travel restrictions and port closures were canceled Island Princess' "World Cruise 2021" and Pacific Princess ' "Circle South America Cruise 2021". Next is listed the ship's canceled 112-day itinerary planned as a roundtrip from Florida USA. Prices started from USD 18780 per person (with double occupancy).

The voyage was also available for booking as a Los Angeles roundtrip (112-day) and in shorter itinerary segments - 98-day (Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale), 88-day (Fort Lauderdale to Venice), 74-day (Los Angeles to Venice), 71-day (Fort Lauderdale to Dubai), 60-day (Fort Lauderdale to Singapore), 57-day (Los Angeles to Dubai), 46-day (Los Angeles to Singapore).

Travel agents' commissions on all canceled bookings were paid in full.

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B ooked on a Princess cruise ? Then it's time to start figuring out your dining strategy. With everything from casual seafood shacks and barbecue joints to refined steakhouses, sushi bars and even experiential, sensory dining, the food on Princess Cruises has something to pique everyone's palate, from those looking to indulge to guests who want to stick to a healthy diet at sea .

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Alfredo's/Gigi's Pizzeria by Alfredo/Alfredo's Pizzeria

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If one pizzeria isn't enough, Princess has another option. Alfredo's and Gigi's are sit-down pizzerias with decor inspired by the colors and vibe of Amalfi Coast. The venues serve authentic Neapolitan pizza made from scratch.

Available on: Coral, Diamond, Discovery, Enchanted, Grand, Island, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sapphire, Sky, Sun Princess

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Burger & Hot Dog Grill

Included, but a la carte pricing applies for a few menu items on select ships

This poolside American grill serves up hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries.

Available on: Coral, Diamond, Island, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sapphire

Chopsticks Noodle Bar

Chopsticks is a casual spot with a rotating menu of cooked-to-order Asian fare. Options include wonton noodle soup and wok-fried dishes like Sichuan dan-dan noodles.

Available on: Majestic Princess

Horizon Court/World Fresh Marketplace

All Princess cruise ships feature a buffet restaurant, called World Fresh Marketplace on some ships and Horizon Court on others. Either way, the buffet is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ever-changing options include regional specialties, comfort food, fresh fruit, salads, vegetables and desserts.

Available on: All ships

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Sushi and sashimi specialties, appetizers, nigiri and maki rolls including tempura shrimp, spicy tuna and hamachi scallion are available separately or in a set menu or combination at Kai Sushi.

Available on: Diamond Princess, Sun Princess

Main dining room

Princess Cruises' main dining rooms offer a waiter-served, sit-down dining experience. Multicourse menus of global cuisine are offered for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some options change daily, but a selection of "Princess Favorites" signature dishes is always available.

Ocean Terrace Sushi/Seafood Bar

Overlooking the Piazza, this sushi and sashimi bar was inspired by the view of the ocean. Starters, sushi, sashimi, raw, cooked and torched rolls are available a la carte.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess

O'Malley's Irish Pub

A contemporary Irish pub with traditional tunes and interactive entertainment, O'Malley's serves pub fare like pan-fried Guinness chicken, ribeye burgers, Scotch eggs and fried pickles.

Available on: Enchanted Princess, Sun Princess

This casual, rustic eatery serves ample portions of barbecued meats, including pulled pork, tri-top, smoked sausage, smoked chicken and pork ribs, along with sides, sauces, salads and more.

Available on: Caribbean Princess, Emerald Princess

Related: The ultimate guide to cruise ship food and dining

Reserve Collection dining

Included for guests in Reserve Collection cabins

Passengers booked in Reserve Collection cabins can access an exclusive area of the main dining room with a private entrance, expedited seating, no reservations required and a dedicated waitstaff. On Star Princess and Sun Princess, Reserve Collection Dining also includes access to a private restaurant.

Salty Dog Gastropub

The Salty Dog Gastropub features handhelds like burgers, chicken sandwiches and grilled cheese, as well as elevated takes on comfort food including lobster mac and cheese and stout-braised short ribs. It's located inside the Wheelhouse Bar on certain days.

Available on: Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Ruby Princess, Sapphire, Grand, Coral, Island Princess

Salty Dog Grille/Cafe

The famous Hilton Head, South Carolina eatery takes to the seas on Princess Cruises. This casual poolside restaurant is a great pitstop between dips. Order from their menu of craft burgers (including a veggie burger), sandwiches, chicken strips, street tacos, loaded fries and hot dogs.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Ruby, Sky Princess

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This poolside pizzeria has plenty of pie options, including thin crust and deep dish, as well as stromboli and avocado and caprese toasts.

Steamers Seafood

At this casual eatery, you can satisfy your seafood craving with steamed shellfish pots with mussels, scallops, kielbasa and corn on the cob. The most popular pot arrives with broiled scallops, shrimp and crab-stuffed flounder; lobster and crab can be added to any dish.

Vines Wine Bar

Located in the Atrium, with an extensive list of wines and Champagnes, Vines Wine Bar serves light bites, including antipasti and tapas.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Emerald, Grand, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sky Princess

Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse

Fixed price

Prime steaks and seafood are served in a laid-back, New Orleans-inspired setting, with live music on select nights. Highlights include Chilean sea bass with king prawns, New York strip and New Zealand rosemary double lamb chops.

Available on: Coral Princess, Island Princess

Related: The best cruise ship steakhouses and steak-serving restaurants

The Catch by Rudi

Seafood-focused collaboration with renowned Austrian chef Rudi Sodamin featuring playful takes on sustainable seafood like Asian-fried calamari, lobster with garlic butter crust and tiered shellfish towers. Order the Salzburger Nockerl for dessert; it's a can't-miss Austrian souffle baked over tangy fruit jam.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Sky, Sun Princess

Churrascaria Brazilian Grill

Servers carve grilled meats including picanha, sirloin, lamb, linguica and sausage tableside at this South American-inspired steakhouse. Round out your meal with options from the teeming salad bar.

Available on: Diamond Princess

A rustic seafood pop-up, Crab Shack will serve casual starters including popcorn shrimp and Manhattan clam chowder, as well as steamed and boiled pots of shellfish, potatoes, corn and herbs.

Available on: Forthcoming, ships to be announced

Crown Grill

Princess' signature steak and seafood house with a theater-style open kitchen is a perennial favorite with guests. On the menu are aged and hand-cut steaks and chops, seafood and a selection of salts curated from around the world to sprinkle on dishes.

Available on: Caribbean, Crown, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sky, Sun Princess

Related: 7 reasons you should treat yourself to a cruise ship specialty restaurant

Harmony is a contemporary Chinese restaurant with a five-course menu of dishes. Highlights include Peking duck salad, braised pork belly ribs with star anise and fried rice with scallops.

Sabatini's Italian Trattoria

At the cruise line's signature Italian restaurant, traditional flavors meld with regional influences. Handmade pastas like pappardelle alla Bolognese are joined by ossobuco Milanese, heirloom cheeses and air-cured salume.

Available on: Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Island, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sky, Sun Princess

Sterling Steakhouse

This premium chophouse features high-quality cuts of meat from corn-fed beef, including Kansas City strip, filet mignon, Madeira-glazed veal and surf and turf, served with shareable sides like loaded baked potatoes and sauteed wild mushrooms. (Sterling Steakhouse is similar to the Crown Grill, but the two steakhouses have different menus.)

Available on: Sapphire Princess

Love by Britto

Princess Cruises has collaborated with Romero Britto, the Brazilian artist known for his bold and joyful style, to create a seven-course, prix fixe artistic-inspired dining experience on its newest ship. Standout dishes include oysters with Champagne pearls, Wagyu Chateaubriand Rossini and hot chocolate souffle with hot Bing cherries.

Available on: Sun Princess

Umai Teppanyaki

Your meal at Umai Teppanyaki is a three-act show of Japanese cuisine prepared on an iron teppan grill. Starters include pork belly yakitori and spicy tuna on the rocks, followed by dishes like black cod in soy reduction and filet mignon with Champagne Cognac flambe and a chocolate bento box.

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The Butcher's Block by Dario

The Butcher's Block is another collaboration, this time a partnership with renowned eighth-generation butcher Dario Cecchini, who owns a butcher shop and restaurants in the Tuscan village of Panzano, Italy. Enjoy a meal of his signature cuts of meat at one large shared table with friends old and new.

360: An Extraordinary Experience

This seven-course, wine-paired dinner is enhanced by immersive technology, including a 360-degree projection screen displaying scenes of the Mediterranean and additional images projected onto the tabletop. You'll find yourself as captivated by the food as the music and storytelling that will virtually transport you to Santorini, the Amalfi Coast, Barcelona and Provence. The dining experience is invite-only, so if you're not some kind of VIP (suite guest, top-tier loyalty program member, casino high roller and the like), don't expect you will be able to dine here.

Available on: Discovery Princess, Enchanted Princess

Chef's Table/Chef's Table Lumiere

Fixed price (with or without wine)

The Chef's Table is a unique culinary experience that kicks off with Champagne and hors d'oeuvres and a stroll through the kitchen to meet the executive chef, followed by a multicourse dinner paired with wines. For Chef's Table Lumiere, the table is surrounded by a curtain of lights after guests are seated.

Available on: Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Emerald, Grand, Island, Ruby, Sapphire Princess (Chef's Table); Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess (Chef's Table Lumiere)

Balcony Breakfast/Dinner

Start or end the day with an intimate, romantic meal for two served on your cabin balcony. Dinner is a four-course affair including hors d'oeuvres, lobster and steak and your choice of beverages.

Caymus Winemaker's Dinner

During this intimate dining event, a five-course dinner is paired with wines from Chuck Wagner's Napa Valley winery, Caymus Vineyards. This recently launched experience for just 12 guests is offered two to three times per sailing.

Silverado Winemaker's Dinner

A collaboration with winemaker Jon Emmerich of Silverado Vineyards, this dinner pairs five courses (not including a palate cleanser) with the Napa Valley winery's sauvignon blanc and cabernet sauvignon.

Available on: Discovery, Enchanted, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Sky Princess

Princess cruise dining FAQ

Is food on princess cruises included.

Sit-down meals in the main dining room, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, are always included on a Princess cruise, and the menu varies somewhat daily. Also included is a buffet, either called World Fresh Marketplace or Horizon Court, depending on the ship, as well as fast casual and grab-and-go spots on board that serve pizza, tacos, burgers, pastries and ice cream.

Specialty restaurants including Crown Grill, Princess's steak and seafood house, and Sabatini's, the signature Italian restaurant, require a surcharge that's priced at a flat rate per adult or child; some menu items also require an additional surcharge no matter the age of the guest.

Related: The ultimate guide to Princess Cruises ships and itineraries

Are drinks included on Princess cruise ships?

Select beverages are always included: iced tea, hot tea, brewed coffee, hot chocolate, milk, fruit juice, lemonade and tap water. Everything else, including soft drinks, wine, beer, cocktails, spirits and specialty coffees, must either be purchased a la carte or through one of the cruise line's beverage packages .

Do I need reservations?

Reservations are encouraged for the main dining room and the specialty restaurants, and it's best to make them as early as possible ; walk-in parties will be accommodated on a space-available basis. Guests can make reservations via the Princess MedallionClass app or at guest services once you're on board. If you wish to eat at the same time every night, you can do so by reserving your tables in advance.

Platinum and Elite Captain's Circle members have early access to reservations. Passengers booked in a Full Suite or Reserve Collection Mini-Suite don't need to make dining reservations as they will always be accommodated; they also have access to a dedicated space in the main dining room with expedited seating and an expanded menu.

Does Princess Cruises have an evening dress code?

"Smart casual" attire will be appropriate for the main dining room, buffet and fast-casual restaurants. You might want to pack something dressier for the specialty restaurants or one of the more upscale dining experiences like Chef's Table, 360 or a winemaker dinner.

On sailings that are five nights or longer, there will be one or more formal nights, which do require adhering to a dress code in the dining venues . Cocktail dresses, evening gowns or dressy pantsuits are appropriate for women, while dark suits, tuxedos or dinner jackets and slacks are required for men , along with dressy footwear. If you don't want to dress up or forgot appropriate attire, you're welcome to dine at the buffet or any of the other casual dining options on board during formal night.

Is there assigned seating in the main dining room?

There is no assigned seating at any dining venues on board Princess ships. However, if you are a solo diner or part of a couple or small group, your host might ask if you would like to sit with another party of a similar size in the main dining room; the choice is up to you.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

You can use the Cruise Personalizer to indicate your dietary preferences, including requests for low-sodium, low-fat, low-sugar and vegetarian diets. Kosher meals and baby food are available with advanced written requests. If you have allergies or medical needs related to food, you must inform Princess in writing — check the line's website for more details. Princess Cruises also recently introduced a series of vegan menus for dinner in the main dining room, including starters, soups, salads, pastas and main dishes.

Where can I get snacks on board?

You'll find lots of spots to grab a quick bite, dessert or coffee, including Coffee & Cones, Patisserie, Swirls Ice Cream Bar, The Pastry Shop, International Cafe and Gelateria — options vary depending on the ship. Food at these venues is included, but there is a charge for specialty coffees and teas unless you have a beverage package.

Is room service included on Princess Cruises?

Guests can use the designated button on their cabin's phone to order room service 24 hours a day; each order incurs a $5 delivery fee, which is waived for those with Princess Plus or Princess Premier status.

You can also use the OceanNow feature in the Princess Medallion Class app to order food to be delivered to your cabin or anywhere else on the ship, like the pool deck. This feature is included with Princess Plus and Princess Premium; otherwise, there is a one-time access fee of $14.99 per person per voyage and a $5 delivery fee per order. Food and beverage surcharges may apply for some items ordered via room service.

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• St. Petersburg - Moscow Cruise

This 8-day Russian river cruise by luxury ship will take you to the jewels of Russia - St. Petersburg and Moscow as well as the most significant towns between these 2 magnificent cities: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island with its amazing wooden architecture and Uglich and Goritsy with their tranquil, country atmosphere.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Languages English-speaking guide is guaranteed. Other languages are on request.
• Cruise Ship 5-star cruise ship MS Rostropovich
• Group Tour This is a group tour. There will be other people in your group.

This is a great Russian river cruise on a comfortable 4-star ship that will take you to St. Petersburg and Moscow and the most significant places between these 2 cities: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island with its amazing wooden architecture and Uglich and Goritsy with their tranquil atmosphere.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui- Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 4-star cruise ship: MS Crucelake

This is our shortest St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise and it is a perfect choice for those who have already been to Moscow and St. Petersburg and would like to explore the small, charming towns lying between the Two Capitals.

• Route St. Petersburg - Shlisselburg - Valaam - Svirstroy/Lodeynoe Pole - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Kuzino - Myshkin - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ships: MS Swan Lake, MS Moonlight Sonata

This is our most popular St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise. Besides in depth visits to St. Petersburg and Moscow, the cruise covers all the most important areas between the two capitals: Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island with its beautiful nature and wooden architecture, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Yaroslavl - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ships: MS Zosima Shashkov

This is a classic St. Petersburg - Moscow cruises that takes you to the Two Capitals as well a number of charming ancient towns on the way: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island, Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Cruise Ship 4-star cruise ships:, MS Nikolay Chernyshevsky, MS Nizhny Novgorod, MS Konstantin Fedin, MS Sankt-Peterburg, MS Kronshtadt

This St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise is a great way to discover Russia. The cruise includes in-depth visits to Russia’s two capitals and also makes stops at all of the important sites along the route including Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island with its beautiful nature and wooden architecture, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

This 11-day St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise covers all the important places: Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ship: MS Moonlight Sonata

This 8-day Russian river cruise on a luxury ship takes you to Russia’s two capitals – Moscow and St. Petersburg, as well as to the ancient towns of Uglich and Goritsy, Kizhi island with its outstanding wooden architecture, and Mandrogui village, famous for traditional handicrafts, and Valaam archipielago with its amazing monastary.

• Route St. Petersburg - Valaam - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 5-star cruise ship MS Mustai Karim

We would like to thank you very much for making the arrangements for our river cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow in Sept-Oct. We were very pleased with every aspect of the cruise. The accommodation and the meals were excellent, the staff very knowledgeable & courteous, the quality of the tours was excellent. We found the lectures on the boat very interesting & everything possible was done to make sure the tourists had a wonderful experience. Thank you, too, for arranging the hotel for us the night before the cruise. It was in a great location & very comfortable. All aspects of the trip were wonderful & it was great value for money spent. Our sincere thanks.

We just wanted to thank you again for your help in setting up our Russian cruise. We've appreciated your support all the way through - from taking us through the complex paperwork of the visa application to talking to our taxi driver in St Petersburg to make sure that we were in the right place. Great service! We absolutely loved the cruise! We learned a lot, relaxed a lot and were dazzled by beautiful cities and landscapes. We couldn't have asked for a better introduction to Russia. Thanks again!

St. Petersburg Cruise

This St. Petersburg cruise to Moscow Cruise is a great combination of ancient Russian cities, famous for their history, architecture and art. Travel along the magnificent Volga River that links these 2 beautiful and historic cities. Port calls include the Russian capital Moscow , Saint Petersburg , Kizhi , Goritsy and Uglich . The river cruise ship will take you along the Neva River , Lake Ladoga ,the Svir River , Lake Onega , the Baltic canal , White Lake and the Volga River . The beauty of the countryside will make your trip unforgettable. Come to Russia in the summer of 2021 with Express to Russia.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

A russian land tour or a river cruise - which is better.

This decision completely depends on your preferred way of travelling. During the Russian river cruise you will not only visit the two largest cities of Russia, but also small towns and villages along the route and you will have a chance to participate in master classes, learn a little Russian language and dive into local Russian culture and hospitality. For those who prefer custom-made programs and more free time in the cities of their choice we recommend a land tour, both are excellent options. To find out more about the differences click here .

Do I need a visa for a Russian River Cruise?

If your citizenship is not on the list of countries with visa-free access to Russia, you will need a valid Russian visa. Please make sure to start the process in a timely manner, so as to avoid any last-minute pressure. More details on Russian Visas can be found here .

What is the best Russian river cruise line?

There are several Russian river cruise lines. Each cruise line offers a number of ships and programs at different price ranges. You call feel confident in choosing any of them. All of these cruise lines are well trusted and have been in business for a long time. We also recommend checking guests' reviews and asking our reservation specialist for more details regarding any concerns.

How far in advance should I book a Russian river cruise?

Usually the cruise operating companies set their schedules and prices well in advance - at least one year before the actual cruise starts. So, we may recommend that you book your cruise and place a deposit as early as possible so that you have enough time to arrange all other components of your journey. Please also note that cruise cabins sell out quickly, so it is always a good idea to book your cabin of choice in advance.

What should I pack for a Russian River Cruise?

The weather here can be unpredictable. So first of all it is important to have comfortable clothes and some wind/waterproof items. We highly recommend that you check our new article that contains full information on packing for a Russian river cruise .

What is the voltage in Russia?

Russia uses 220V voltage as does most of Europe. So before packing your devices, do not forget to take a proper adapter, so you may recharge all of your devices with no stress. For more information please see our useful tips .

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Jupiter Island Lunch Cruise

• A boxed lunch is prepared onboard daily consisting of: ham and turkey croissant sandwich, seasonal fruit salad, pickle and a cookie. Beverages are not included and are available for purchase.
• Narrated tour
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• 4307 SE Bayview St, Stuart, FL 34997, USA The boat docks at Pirates Cove Resort and Marina
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 128 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• You'll start at 4307 SE Bayview St 4307 SE Bayview St, Stuart, FL 34997, USA The boat docks at Pirates Cove Resort and Marina See address & details
• Pass by Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
• You'll return to the starting point

• en0N 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Glance is gone 😥👋 We went true the Panama Canal while half of the crew didn’t make the trip, so the ship was very busy and too few crew members to handle the ship, there was a line for everything almost anytime. Furthermore the ship was not well maintained. We’re not going back Read more Written January 9, 2024
• O6435EZcaitlins 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Not Surprised They Shut Down, But Surprised It Took This Long I wish I would have written this review earlier and maybe saved a lot of these reviewers some money, aggravation, disappointment, etc. but I wanted to hope that our experience was a rarity. In April of 2022, we started to reach out to the Island Princess for a corporate event for late June of 2022. We had visitors coming in from Europe and Asia, as well as across the US and it was the first time since the pandemic that this much of the team was going to be together. I then spent the next couple of months trying to pin them down on their location (red flag: based on everyone I spoke with at Island Princess and Marriott, they had left their spot at the Marriott under bad circumstances), the contract (I was chasing them down to get THEM to send a contract and payment info!!), the food and drink menu and the logistics (so many red flags there - one person told us they make all the food arrangements, another told us they order from whatever local or chain restaurant we prefer, a third said they use the chef at Pirates Resort, who was impossible to get ahold of)… the main problem was really getting anyone to respond to me. Emails, calls, texts, they mostly went unanswered except a couple of time when Chris emailed or called with some reason/excuse or another but reassuring me we would be all set for the June event, and I felt bad for this struggling small business. A couple of weeks before the event date, when we were finally about to cancel and make other arrangements, one GREAT employee contacted me and was very responsive and reassured me all would be well. We worked together on the panning for a couple of weeks, until late in the week prior to the event when she texted me to tell me she was no longer with the Island Princess. (Worrisome!) Cut to the day before the event and I get a call from the first mate/deckhand (NOT one of the owners, NOT the captain) who tells me that they failed their Coast Guard inspection and would not be able to fulfill the contract. I had ONe day to make and communicate alternate arrangements for a large group of travelers who wanted to be on the water. In that moment I thought “Fool, you can’t even let yourself be surprised by this.” I never for one moment doubt they didn’t pass their Coast Guard inspection - a company that disorganized was likely not keeping up on basic safety regulations for their vessel - but it was also a convenient excuse for them to not honor their contract which I don’t think they really ever planned to do. I knew if I waited, this business would close down. It’s not just a slip rental issue. This was a poorly run, likely unsafe (not according to me, ask the Coast Guard!), completely non customer focused business. If you read this far, you should know that we immediately contacted The Boathouse in Stuart. They were SO responsive and Waleska made the quickest arrangements for a group event that I’ve ever seen, she did it with such pleasure, the food as always was great, we had the upstairs private room with a bar so it was the perfect vibe, and it is right on the water so our guests could go walk on the boardwalk and the floating dock. Now we almost exclusively visit one of their family of restaurants or use them for catering when we have a company event. THAT is the kind of business that you want to do business with!! Read more Written July 13, 2023
• aco2010 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Pirates of the sea !!! I booked with Island Princess in February 2023 after speaking with Chris Hammond who presented himself as the captain and boat owner in detail of what was required for a burial at sea. This trip was to scatter my mother’s ashes at sunrise. I signed the contract and gave a 50% deposit with agreement that full payment would be made the date of the service. In hindsight a red flag should have gone up when we received an email asking for full payment shortly after signing the contract and paying the deposit. We contacted Chris Hammond immediately and he apologized and said it was to assure him that we would show up as he had had others be “ No -Shows ”. Quickly I responded that a no show was not an option for me as he had 50% of our money and flights had been booked along with hotels for all. He agreed apologized and said he would meet us the morning of June 3rd. As in our signed contract that monies owed along with gratuities would be payed then. The date of the service was to be June 3,2023 as I had to wait for the end of the school year to travel. I arrive along with my family from Tennessee and Houston, my cousins from Oklahoma and my mother’s college roommate who is 79 years old and made the trip from Colorado. The only reason that we came to Florida was to say goodbye and carry out my late mother’s wishes for her ashes to be scattered in the sea she so loved. We emailed Chris Hammond at Island Princess as soon as we got to Stuart Florida and made several calls the day before the service with no answer. We finally called the marina where we were to sail from in the next morning only to find out that The Island Princess had skipped out of the marina owing for their slip rental and fuel. Sadly we were told others had shown up for their charters as well, only to learn as we did that they had been robbed as well. I post this review so others may be advised how unscrupulous and deceptive this man and his wife Emilia are. I mention her name because it is her name on my signed contract as the owner of the Island Princess. Stay away from these two individuals and to any unsuspecting marina make sure that you take a large deposit and check reference before letting them do business from your dock. I hope taking the time to compose this review will help others not to go through the disappointment and heartache that our family was put through. Read more Written June 5, 2023
• hongy901 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles You must do in Stuart Beautiful views and good experience. The crew member is very friendly and helpful. The tour has 1 and half hours and it is good time to enjoy the river and beautiful scenic sign along the river. Read more Written May 9, 2023
• de0nnav 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Peaceful and informative. Great service love the tour plan on booking more with them peaceful relaxing, and good service. Thank you would highly recommend. Read more Written April 23, 2023
• Stephen H 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Give it a try Very nice relaxing outing with plenty of information. Staff was efficient and friendly and the whole process was error free. Read more Written April 5, 2023
• D2548IZmaryk 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Plan and Ride It was a pleasant boat ride. But it was basically riding around for 90 minutes. We saw houses owned by the rich. Saw some pelicans. I was hoping for a little more. Read more Written April 3, 2023
• judic765 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Cruise was fine but fly-by-night business practices The cruise was fine, the staff was great but getting to the boat was totally frustrating. We got stopped at a crossing, waiting for a lengthy train on our way from Jupiter to Stuart. When my GPS indicated that we would be late for our cruise, I looked up the phone number for Island Princess Cruises. Unbelievably, I had to listen to a recording, giving me 9 different options for other recordings - there was NO way to speak to a human. I reviewed the directions given by Island Princess once we got to the resort where the boat was docked so that we could hurry down once we arrived. The instructions said that we should look for the Dockmasters office and there we would find signs for Island Princess so we rushed to the office...NO sign. I frantically ran around the dock area and finally found a small sign near the hotel's restaurant. We made the cruise but based on the experience, it is a very poorly-run business. Read more Written April 3, 2023
• EvaFed1 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Perfect lunchtime Cruise We went on a lunchtime cruise today and we had fabulous time. Staff is super friendly and the views are breathtaking. We had a tasty lunch and few cheeky Bloody Mary cocktails. I would definitely recommend it, if you are here in Stuart! Read more Written April 1, 2023
• Camper04275917618 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Private Charter beware I think most of the reviews here are for the standard daytime set river cruises, as our group of 40 did not have a great experience. If you choose to stop reading here, please see the pictures, as they tell most of the story. This was a private charter for 40 people with dinner and an open bar. From the videos on YouTube and the pictures that we reviewed, the boat looked like a great experience. So we booked it, and figured that the nearly 5 digit price tag would be worth it. When booking, they were very responsive and spoke to me on the phone to answer my questions. About a month before our trip, I called and sent an email asking to update our dinner order to add a dessert. No reply. 3 days before our trip, I wanted to confirm everything, so I called again. No call back from my voice mail. 2 days before the trip, I call the regular line to book the stock cruises and spoke to someone in person, they were not able to help me but said someone from the private charter would call me back. Finally spoke with someone to finalize the plans, and they asked me what we were doing and if we were having dinner or what on our cruise. I was very concerned at this point with their lack of knowledge of our trip- even though the invoice was paid in full 4 weeks prior, that clearly listed the details of the meal and everything! We worked out the details and moved forward. They did make sure to tell me that I chartered the boat from 7pm to 10pm, so if we were late arriving, and left the dock late due to that, the cruise would still end at 10. Upon arrival to the ship, everything started to unravel. We arrived at the boat at 7pm sharp as instructed. They were about half prepared for our group. The food was half set up. No silverware was out. No one was behind the bar ready to serve drinks, at EITHER of the 2 bars on board, one upstairs and one down. The first mate was working very hard and had a great attitude. He was very pleasant, and frankly I was embarrassed for him. He was really hustling, but they needed at least another hour to prepare. He was constantly running back and forth, upstairs and back down to man the bar. We had just gotten off a bus from 30 min away, so a few guests wanted to use the restroom. The mate had to go down in a hatch through the floor right between the food and the bar to “prime” the water pump so the toilets would work. One of the bathrooms was “Out of Order,” and the other was pretty disgusting. (see attached pictures). The boat looked like a Fraternity had just completed a day drinking cruise. Trash and chairs stacked up completely blocking a doorway. (See attached pictures) During my phone call to work out the details of the cruise a few days prior, they asked me where I wanted to go? I told them we were open to anything, we just wanted to see the sights, so she mentioned a really pretty bridge that had a lot of lights and would be very pretty for the guests to see. We never saw anything nice. Pulled a 360 more than once during the cruise, and never had any kind of interaction from the captain except for telling everyone to sit down to leave the dock and to sit down to re-dock at the end. Then he proceeded to tell everyone to “abandon ship” and to “get off my boat”. Honorable mention, the cruise docked and ended at 9:30, so we got shorted 30 minutes of time. This was a group of medical professionals who don’t really have super high or glamorous standards, but this was just bad. Don’t make the same mistake we did. It was not professional and not fun. Spend $30 bucks during the day and see the sunset with a bunch of other people and get a boxed lunch, don’t plan a nice cruise. Read more Written March 30, 2023
• texastoast4 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Tripadvisor is usually very accurate with reviews and ratings...they got this one wrong! Tripadvisor is usually very accurate with reviews.......they got this one wrong! I can't believe other people thought this was a good cruise. We booked boat for a private professional group with 40 people for sunset dinner cruise. We were literally embarrassed for our guests 5 minutes after boarding. It looked nothing like the pictures online. The boat is in rough shape. Outdated, dirty, old, wood rot everywhere. We had a few guests that hesitated to board as we approached on the dock. Second, the crew with the exception of the first mate/bartender, were frankly rude and unresponsive to most of our guests and seemed unengaged. Third, as soon as we boarded, there were no drinks or reception. The bar was closed and we just sat there waiting as the Captain shouted to us to sit down as we left the dock. Forth, the dining room was poorly set up and disorganized with no place settings or utensils set. Nothing like the pictures. There were garbage cans and supplies piled up in the little galley bar n front overflowing with empty boxes and filled garbage bags. It smelled like sour sewer bilge water. There was a row of a few chafing dishes lined up a single side table only. The food was garden variety early-bird buffet. One salad dressing, no dessert. Proteins were OK but I saw many half-eaten plates going in the trash. I saw several of our guests snatch potato chip bags from the untended galley just to get something else to eat. We admittedly did not purchase the full wine and liquor open bar option up front, but we were so embarrassed for our guests, we immediately gave them a credit card and opened a tab to try and improve the experience. The Captain did not talk to us or tell us anything during the cruise. No information, no welcome, no jokes or stories? We decided to take over the PA music system just to liven things up. The Captain did allow a few of the young women to steer the boat for a few minutes which was nice, but he was frankly rude and short to most of the gentlemen guests. When we returned to the dock the Captain shouted "Abandon ship, get off my boat!" We were not sure if he was joking or serious, but we realized quickly he was serious? We contacted the company privately the next day, and they basically told us we got exactly what we paid for! They were apologetic that we did not enjoy the dinner cruise but offered no recompense or compensation. We asked most of our guests what they thought, and they recommended we seek a refund. This has never happened in the 18 years we have done this with these guests. Certainly not the experience of others as depicted online and through Tripadvisor? Honestly, we felt this was fraud and sham? Beware. Read more Written March 26, 2023
• Scott S 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Nice cruise; excellent time. A treat for us and our Michigan-based adult children. The narrator was obviously well informed and skilled. We enjoyed the entire trip and recommend it. Read more Written March 25, 2023
• S527QXsarah 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Lifestyles of the rich and famous What a great river cruise! We made it a family affair with my mom, husband and daughter. The houses really are incredible. The narration is fun and I learned a bunch of fun facts, but it really Needs to be updated. The boxed lunch was really good. The cushioned seating around the boat really needs an upgrade. It looks very old. The crew was great, there’s plenty of snacks and they will keep the drinks flowing. Its an odd thing to float by and watch people golf on one of the most exclusive golf courses in the world, and you’ve paid to see it, lol. We did wave to a group playing and they did wave back, so that was fun. Oh, to be insanely rich. And bring sunscreen! If you stay on top of the boat and don’t continue to reapply, the sun will get ya. And I’m from Florida. Whoops. Thank you for a fun day!!! Read more Written March 24, 2023
• jeanhC829HD 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Smell We did the 4.5hr lunch cruise Easy to find the departure location, lots of parking. Lunch was a nice croissant with ham, turkey and cheese. Tomato, lettuce, mayo, salt and pepper came on the side. Fruit and cookie as well. Great views of the river and the homes along the river. The taped commentary needs updating they talk about Olivia Newton John in the present and she is past. The boat could use some TLC, paint and polish. This is very noticeable while boarding. The reason for three stars is there was a foul smell in the main cabin area. When we asked about it we were told they didn't know what the smell was maybe diesel, it was not diesel is smelt like backed up sewer. Suggestions to those that book this tour: Arrive early get in line (30 mins) go to the back of the boat and go up top. Be prepared to be outside because the smell on Feb 25, 2023 was unbearable. Unfortunately there is not enough room for all outside (on a busy Saturday) I would bring out of town guest and go again I'd just make sure to get there early to get outside! Read more Written March 3, 2023
• H5799XOsams 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Bitter Sweet I tried to surprise my husband for a valentine's day getaway. We stayed in A beautiful hotel. (Home 2 Hilton) very clean, great views & quiet. I planned a 90 minute boat ride around the St. Lucie River. It was too windy, therefore, they canceled and refunded my money. Very disappointing. However, we went out to the Martin County Fair and a seafood restaurant and enjoyed our trip. Read more Written February 27, 2023

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