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Cruise Ship
Sun
Princess
Golden
Princess
Diamond
Princess
Noordam
Amsterdam
Statendam
NCL
Sun
Category Rating
****
****
****
*****
*****
*****
***
Passengers
1950
2600
2670
1920
1380
1260
1940
Total Crew
875
1100
1100
800
660
560
800
Passenger Decks
7
7
13
11
10
10
9
Year Completed
1995
2001
2004
2006
2000
1992/2005
2001
Tons
77.000
109.000
116.000
82.500
61.000
56.000
78.000
Length
857 ft
950 ft
952 ft
935 ft
780 ft
720 ft
850 ft
Dining                                                                                                      
Restaurants
8
9
9
4
3
4
8
Gourmet Dining
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Steakhouse
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Grill Restraurant
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Pizzeria
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Wine/Caviar Bar
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Afternoon Tea
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24 h Room Service
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Balcony Dining
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Icecream Parlor
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24 h Dining
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Patisserie
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Italian Trattoria
 
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Culinary Art Center
 
 
 
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Sport & Activities                         
Swimming Pools
2
5
3
2
2
2
3
Spa
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Fitness Gym
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Hot Tubs
4
4
8
4
5
5
5
Golf Simulator
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Jogging Track
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Shuffle Board
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9-Hole Putting Golf
 
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Onboard Facilities           
Library/Writing Room
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Show Lounge
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Theatre
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Casino
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Wedding Chapel
 
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Duty Free Shopping
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Nightclub
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Bars
4
6
8
8
7
6
10
Kids Club/Fun Zone
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Internet Cafe
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Havana Cigar Club
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Culinary Arts Center
The Culinary Arts Center program, presented by Food & Wine magazine, is a groundbreaking program that integrates guests' love for fine food and wine with a unique and entertaining experience. Immerse yourself in the unique traditions and tastes of the ports of call you will visit. Sample fine wines from around the world or learn to make a new gourmet dish in a hands-on cooking class taught by our own Master Chefs or Guest Chefs.

Spa Services (Samples Only)
Relaxing treatment rooms also offer breathtaking views where guests can enjoy exotic skin, body, and hair treatments ranging from hot stone massages and pedicures to hair styling and facials. Facilities include:
• A hydrotherapy pool bubbling with warm, therapeutic sea water
• Heated ceramic lounge reminiscent of an opulent Turkish bath
• Private treatment rooms, including couple's massage rooms
• Massage therapy inspired by an exotic blend of cultures - from Hawaiian Lomi Lomi to Chinese Tui Na
• The latest exotic skin, body, hair and nail treatments
• Knowledgeable, professional therapists trained to guide you through your spa experience

Room Service
You can call for personal room service at any time of the day or night. To have continental breakfast delivered to your stateroom, just fill out the breakfast card included in your stateroom portfolio (one is also placed on your pillow) and hang it out at night on your stateroom door. For a full stateroom menu, please see your stateroom portfolio or call the number listed in your telephone directory.

Speciality Restaurants/Gourmet Dining
Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to gourmet fare. That's why Princess offers several Specialty Dining options for you to choose from on every ship. These distinctive restaurants provide intimate dining in an upscale atmosphere. Reservations are suggested at these popular venues. And because these restaurants at sea are truly a special treat, a cover charge will apply per person.

Wedding Chapel/Weddings
Consider hosting your wedding at sea, a unique alternative that allows you to combine your ceremony and honeymoon vacation into one complete, special package. Your ceremony is conducted by the Captain of your ship, and we offer a wide variety of special wedding options — from bouquets and wedding cake to souvenir champagne glasses and formal portraits, and even a wedding ashore. Let us assist you celebrate special occasions in style with one of our fabulous reception packages. Just let us know your voyage number and how many guests you will be expecting. We'll help you select the perfect assortment of hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, entertainment, and more.

Casino
Sports or formal wear are both acceptable attire in the casino. Please no bathing suits, bare chests or bare feet. Persons under the age of 21 are not permitted to gamble or loiter on the casino floor. Proof of age may be required to be show. All chips and tokens must be purchased using U.S. currency or Travelers Checks. Any foreign currency may be exchanged at the Purser's Desk onboard. Slot tokens can be obtained from the Cashier's Desk, change machines and on some ships, bill acceptors in the slot machines themselves. Prior to disembarking the ship, please remember to cash in your chips or tokens. Available are: Table Games (Roulette, Blackjack, Poker) Slot Machines (Video Poker etc), Bingo.

Balcony Dining
Enjoy Ultimate Balcony Dining, featuring fresh lobster, delicious delicacies and private service, all on your own balcony. Treat yourself to this unparalleled level of luxury morning or night, available for an additional cost. Ultimate Balcony Dining available in select staterooms.

Afternoon Tea
Indulge in afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, scones, cookies, music and white-glove service. It's the perfect interlude between sunning and swimming out on deck and a star-studded evening at sea. Enjoy a wide selection of premium teas — from Earl Grey to herbal infusions. And of course there's coffee, if you prefer. The choice is up to you

Library
We've stocked our ships with an extensive library, including contemporary titles in a wide range of categories and books related to specific cruise itineraries. Pincess onboard libraries have collections of up to 2,000 books.

Sports
We offer a variety of sporting activities for you to enjoy. Test your golf skills in a golf simulator or nine-hole putting green, play tennis, ping pong, basketball, volleyball and shuffleboard or get active on the jogging track. Yoga/Pilates courses are also available.

Nightlife, Entertainment, Bars, Theatre
Every cruise features lavish productions with some of the largest casts at sea, performing today's Broadway hits and long-running classics. Evening cocktails in one of the ship's cozy lounges or swanky bars is a perfect place to meet up with shipboard friends and swap stories about the afternoon's adventures.

Boutiques, Duty Free Shopping
Shop the Boutiques for incredible everyday tax and duty-free savings... up to 30% off of U.S. suggested retail prices. Available are: Fragrances & Cosmetic, Apparel, Liquor, Jewelry, Accessories