Princess Cruises

Royal Princess

About Royal Princess

Royal Princess launched in 2013 as the first Royal-class ship, named by the Duchess of Cambridge in a traditional ceremony. At 141,000 gross tons, Royal Princess introduced groundbreaking features that defined the class including the SeaWalk and dramatically expanded outdoor spaces.

The ship features the signature Princess experience with The Sanctuary, Movies Under the Stars, and world-class dining. Royal has been enhanced with MedallionClass technology bringing modern personalization to this elegant vessel.

Royal Princess is ideal for travelers seeking refined cruising on a proven, well-maintained ship. The ship offers diverse itineraries including Caribbean, Alaska, and Mediterranean sailings.

Ship Highlights

First Royal-class ship (2013)
Named by Duchess of Cambridge
SeaWalk glass walkway
The Sanctuary retreat
MedallionClass technology
Movies Under the Stars
Crown Grill and Sabatini's

Royal Princess Specifications

142,229

Gross Tonnage

1,083 ft

Length

1,780

Staterooms

Where Royal Princess Sails

Over the next 12 months, Royal Princess has 51 scheduled sailings to Alaska, Oceania, Hawaii, typically 7- and 13-night itineraries.

Departure ports:

Cruises from Seattle (21)Sydney, Australia (15)Singapore (5)Brisbane (3)Auckland (3)Tokyo (1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who named Royal Princess?

Royal Princess was named by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (now Princess of Wales) in June 2013 in Southampton, England—the first time a member of the Royal Family named a Princess ship since 1984.

What innovations did Royal Princess introduce?

Royal Princess pioneered the SeaWalk glass walkway, dramatically expanded pool deck, The Sanctuary adult retreat design, and elegant atrium design that defined the Royal class.

Where does Royal Princess sail?

Royal Princess offers diverse itineraries including Alaska from Seattle, Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale, Mediterranean voyages, and transatlantic crossings depending on season.

What is onboard credit (OBC)?

Onboard credit is ship money you can use during your cruise—like a prepaid gift card. Spend it on drinks, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, spa treatments, excursions, or onboard shopping.

How does Zipsea give me more onboard credit than others?

Travel agents earn commission on every booking, and most keep it. We don't—we pass back the maximum onboard credit the cruise line allows, every time.

Do I pay more to book with Zipsea?

No. You pay the same published fare you'd see on the cruise line's website—except we give you back the maximum onboard credit on top.

How much onboard credit will I actually get?

It depends on your fare and the cruise line's rules. As a ballpark, shorter cruises usually allow $50–$100 and longer cruises $150–$500+. When you search a sailing, we show you the exact amount.