Visitors boarding the Emerald Princess can expect a holiday filled with comfort, engaging activities, and attentive service. This Princess Cruises ship, refurbished in 2019, offers a welcoming atmosphere with modern amenities, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests of all ages.
The Piazza Atrium, a multi-level central hub, greets guests with its Italian-inspired design, featuring marble floors and spiral staircases. Surrounded by the International Café, Vines wine bar, and boutique shops, it creates a lively yet relaxed space for socialising, with live music and street-style performances adding to the ambiance.
Dining
Dining on the Emerald Princess offers a balance of flexibility and quality. Three main dining rooms—Botticelli, Da Vinci, and Michelangelo—provide multicourse meals with options for traditional fixed seating or flexible Dine My Way reservations via the MedallionClass app. Specialty restaurants include the Crown Grill for premium steaks and seafood, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria for authentic pasta dishes, and the Salty Dog Gastropub for gourmet small plates like lobster mac and cheese. Casual options include Slice Pizzeria, serving hand-tossed Neapolitan-style pizza, and the World Fresh Marketplace buffet, open from early morning to late night with global dishes. The Chef’s Table offers an exclusive multicourse dining experience with wine pairings for a select group.
Entertainment
Entertainment options keep guests engaged throughout their journey. The Princess Theatre, seating 800, hosts Broadway-style shows like “Voice of the Ocean,” a passenger-participation singing competition, and “Magic to Do” with dazzling performances. Movies Under the Stars screens first-run films poolside with complimentary popcorn and blankets. Live music fills venues like the Wheelhouse Bar with its Rhumba Duo, while Club Fusion offers karaoke and game shows like Marriage Match. Skywalkers Nightclub provides late-night dancing, and Gatsby’s Casino caters to those seeking gaming excitement. Family-friendly activities include trivia, Ping-Pong tournaments, and the Camp Discovery Youth Center for kids aged 3-17, featuring crafts and Lego-building contests.
Accommodation
The ship’s 1,500 staterooms range from budget-friendly interiors to spacious suites. Interior cabins, at 158-162 sq. ft , include twin beds convertible to a queen, a flat-panel TV, refrigerator, and private bathroom with shower. Oceanview cabins, at 146-206 sq. ft , feature a picture window or porthole for sea views. Balcony cabins, at 214-222 sq. ft , offer private verandas with a table and chairs. Mini-Suites, at 323 sq. ft , provide a separate seating area, sofa bed, two TVs, and a bathtub, with Reserve Collection Mini-Suites adding perks like expedited dining. Suites, ranging from 460-932 sq. ft , include luxury amenities like a complimentary mini-bar and priority embarkation. All cabins feature the Princess Luxury Bed with a plush mattress and high-thread-count linens for optimal comfort.
Hospitality
The Emerald Princess delivers warm, attentive service, creating a home-like atmosphere. The MedallionClass technology enhances convenience with keyless cabin access, touchless payments, and food delivery via the OceanNow app (free with Princess Plus or Premier packages, otherwise a $14.99 fee applies). The crew’s friendly approach ensures guest comfort, with 24-hour room service available. The Lotus Spa, named a top cruise spa, offers treatments like facials and aromatherapy, while The Sanctuary, an adults-only retreat, provides private cabanas, light meals, and Serenity Stewards for a tranquil escape. Multiple pools, hot tubs, and a fitness centre with over 40 cardio machines cater to relaxation and wellness.
