Princess has recently shifted many upcoming Caribbean and Bahamas calls away from Princess Cays toward other Carnival Corporation destinations, particularly RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key. Princess Cays remains an operating destination, but guests should verify the current itinerary for their sailing.
Princess introduced POURS fleetwide, replacing the former Love Line Collection with a new beverage program combining premium spirits, cocktails, wine, beer and an expanded collection of zero-proof and nonalcoholic drinks.
Enhanced Plus and Premier benefits took effect for qualifying 2026 sailings, with most-ship pre-cruise pricing increasing from US$60 to US$65 per person, per day for Plus and from US$90 to US$100 for Premier, alongside expanded dining benefits and new Premier shore-excursion credits.
Introduction
Princess Cruises combines destination-focused itineraries with a relaxed premium onboard experience built around dining, entertainment, enrichment and personalized service. The line sails extensively in Alaska, Europe, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Asia, Australia, the South Pacific and other major cruise regions, with voyages ranging from short getaways to extended cruises and world voyages.
Princess is particularly known for its OceanMedallion wearable, Princess App, Movies Under the Stars, Piazza entertainment, destination enrichment, Captain's Circle loyalty program and Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages. Facilities and restaurants vary considerably across the fleet, especially between older ships and the newer Sun Princess and Star Princess, so always review the features of your specific ship before sailing.
Before Cruising
Manage Booking: Use Princess Manage Booking before sailing to review your reservation, purchase available packages, book shore excursions and manage other pre-cruise options.
Princess App: Download the Princess App before departure and complete the available OceanReady check-in steps, including required travel information and arrival preparation.
Dining Reservations: Main dining and specialty dining reservations can be made through the Princess App. Reserve important times early, particularly specialty dining on popular sea days.
Maitre D' Dining Concierge: Princess provides a digital Maitre D' dining concierge through Manage Booking to help with dining reservations and dining-related questions before the cruise.
Travel Documents: Passport, visa and entry requirements depend on citizenship and itinerary. Review the requirements for every country on your voyage rather than relying only on the requirements of the embarkation port.
Travel Insurance: Consider travel insurance covering cancellation, interruption, medical treatment, emergency transportation and baggage-related expenses, especially for international or longer itineraries.
Princess Plus & Premier: If considering either package, compare the pre-cruise package price with what you would otherwise spend on beverages, Wi-Fi, Crew Appreciation, dining and other included benefits.
Formal Evenings: Check your voyage length when packing. Princess generally schedules no formal evenings on cruises of 1-4 days, one on 5-6 day cruises, two on 7-13 days, three on 14-20 days, four on 21-28 days and at least five on cruises of 29 days or longer.
Ship Differences: Dining venues, pool areas, specialty restaurants, youth spaces, entertainment venues and premium areas vary by ship. Review the deck plan and current ship page before departure.
Carry-On Essentials: Keep medications, passports, travel documents, valuables, electronics, chargers and anything needed during your first few hours onboard in your carry-on.
Captain's Circle
Princess Loyalty Program: Princess Captain's Circle rewards repeat guests with increasing benefits based on completed cruises or cruise days.
Gold: Gold begins after completion of your first Princess cruise.
Ruby: Ruby begins after three completed cruises or 30 cruise days.
Platinum: Platinum begins after five completed cruises or 50 cruise days.
Elite: Elite begins after 15 completed cruises or 150 cruise days.
Platinum Benefits: Current Platinum benefits include 50% off a MedallionNet package, early access to dining reservations, discounts on Lotus Spa treatments and photos, and access to the Platinum and Elite Lounge.
Elite Benefits: Elite adds benefits including discounts on Princess shore excursions and onboard shops, priority ship-to-shore water shuttle embarkation, complimentary mini-bar setup, wine tasting, laundry and shoe-polishing service, formal-night canapés and priority disembarkation.
Check Your Account: Make sure your Captain's Circle number is attached to your reservation before sailing so eligible benefits are recognized correctly.
Princess App
Pre-Cruise Check-In: Use the Princess App to complete OceanReady check-in steps and prepare for embarkation.
Dining Reservations: Reserve and manage eligible main dining and specialty dining times through the App.
Daily Planning: Review scheduled entertainment, activities and upcoming ports and create a personalized onboard itinerary.
OceanNow: Food and beverages can be ordered for delivery to eligible locations around the ship through OceanNow in the App.
OceanNow Activation Fee: Guests without Princess Plus or Princess Premier currently pay a one-time US$14.99 per-person, per-voyage OceanNow delivery-access fee. Plus and Premier include the delivery-access fee.
Onboard Account: Your onboard spending can be monitored from a compatible mobile device during the cruise.
Navigation & Planning: Digital ship information can help locate venues and organize activities during the voyage.
Internet Is Separate: Access to Princess's onboard digital functions should not be confused with paid internet access. MedallionNet is covered separately under Wi-Fi / Internet Access.
Tipping / Gratuities
Crew Appreciation: Princess automatically adds daily Crew Appreciation to guest accounts unless it is already included through an applicable package or fare.
Standard Staterooms: The current Crew Appreciation amount is US$18 per person, per day for standard stateroom categories.
Mini-Suites, Cabanas & Reserve Collection: The current amount is US$19 per person, per day.
Suites: The current amount is US$20 per person, per day.
Princess Plus & Premier: Crew Appreciation is included with current Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages.
Adjustments: Princess treats Crew Appreciation as discretionary and allows adjustments while onboard before the account is settled and the guest disembarks.
Service Charges: A 20% service charge applies to many optional food, beverage, specialty dining and other onboard purchases that are not already included in a fare or package.
Australia: Ships operating in Australian dollars handle Crew Appreciation differently, so guests sailing from Australia or New Zealand should review the terms attached to their specific fare.
Embarking
Complete OceanReady: Complete the required pre-cruise information in the Princess App before heading to the terminal to reduce check-in delays.
Arrival Groups: At participating embarkation ports, Princess uses staggered Arrival Groups. Selection typically opens in the Princess App 30 days before embarkation; guests can choose an available arrival window or have one automatically assigned.
Travel Documents: Keep passports and other required identification in your carry-on and readily accessible throughout the terminal process.
OceanMedallion: If your Medallion was not shipped to you before sailing, it can be collected during embarkation.
Wine & Champagne: Guests of legal drinking age may bring one bottle of wine or champagne of 750ml or less per person, per voyage. No corkage applies when the allowance bottle is consumed in the stateroom.
Corkage: A US$20 corkage fee currently applies when the allowance bottle is consumed in a public area. Additional permitted bottles are subject to the US$20 corkage fee regardless of where they are consumed.
Beer & Spirits: Beer, liquor and spirits may not be brought onboard at embarkation.
Nonalcoholic Drinks: Princess permits up to 12 sealed cans or cartons of nonalcoholic beverages, each 12 ounces or less, per guest in carry-on luggage on embarkation day. Bottled nonalcoholic beverages are generally prohibited.
Embarkation Lunch: The buffet is not your only option. Princess states that main dining rooms may also be available for lunch on embarkation day, providing a quieter alternative.
Carry-On Essentials: Keep medications, valuables, electronics, swimwear and anything needed before checked luggage arrives with you.
OceanMedallion
Wearable Device: OceanMedallion is Princess's small wearable device and replaces the traditional cruise card for most everyday shipboard functions.
Stateroom Entry: Your stateroom can recognize your Medallion as you approach and unlock the door without inserting or swiping a card.
Onboard Identification: The Medallion identifies you to Princess systems and is used when entering and leaving the ship.
Purchases: The Medallion is used for charging eligible onboard purchases to your shipboard account.
Location-Aware Service: Princess can use the Medallion's location capability to support services such as delivering OceanNow orders to eligible locations around the ship.
Finding Your Group: Location-based features can help participating members of a travel group locate one another onboard.
Delivery: Guests may have the Medallion shipped before departure where available for an additional charge or pick it up at the cruise terminal without a shipping fee.
Accessories: Princess supplies a basic way to carry the Medallion, while optional wristbands, clips, jewelry-style holders and other accessories are available for purchase.
Wi-Fi / Internet Access
MedallionNet: Princess's onboard internet service is called MedallionNet.
MedallionNet Max: Princess Plus and Princess Premier include the higher-tier MedallionNet Max service.
Princess Plus: Current Plus includes MedallionNet Max for one device per guest.
Princess Premier: Current Premier includes MedallionNet Max for four devices per guest.
Without A Package: Guests who do not purchase Plus or Premier can buy separate one-device or four-device MedallionNet plans.
Captain's Circle: Platinum and Elite Captain's Circle members currently receive 50% off an eligible MedallionNet package.
Performance: Satellite-internet performance can vary with ship location, weather, network demand and regional coverage.
Airplane Mode: Keep mobile devices in Airplane Mode while at sea unless you intentionally want cellular-at-sea service, then enable Wi-Fi separately.
Cabin
Accommodation Categories: Princess accommodation ranges from interior and oceanview staterooms to balconies, Mini-Suites and full Suites, with additional premium categories available on selected ships.
Reserve Collection: Eligible Reserve Collection accommodations on participating ships include access to dedicated Reserve Collection dining with additional service benefits.
Sanctuary Collection: Sun Princess and Star Princess offer Sanctuary Collection accommodations with access to the exclusive Sanctuary Restaurant and other premium benefits.
Princess Luxury Bed: Princess uses its Princess Luxury Bed across the fleet, with bedding designed specifically for the cruise line.
Room Service: Room service is available throughout the voyage. Guests without Princess Plus or Premier currently pay a US$5 delivery fee for orders placed through the stateroom phone, while current Plus and Premier packages include room-service delivery.
Stateroom Steward: Your steward services the room and can assist with routine requests involving towels, bedding and other stateroom needs.
Storage: Unpack early and place larger luggage under the bed where possible to maximize usable space.
Outlets: Outlet and USB arrangements vary significantly by ship and ship age, so check your exact stateroom configuration if multiple charging points are important.
On Deck
Pools & Hot Tubs: Princess ships provide multiple outdoor pool and hot-tub areas, although layouts vary considerably by ship.
The Sanctuary: The Sanctuary is Princess's adults-only outdoor retreat on participating ships, offering a quieter environment with dedicated seating and service. Access arrangements and charges vary by ship.
Sports: Depending on the ship, outdoor recreation can include basketball, pickleball, jogging tracks, table tennis, miniature golf and other activities.
Scenic Cruising: Princess operates many itineraries where time on deck is an important part of the experience, particularly Alaska, fjord, canal and other scenic routes.
Weather: Wind and temperature can change quickly at sea. Layers are especially useful on Alaska, northern Europe and shoulder-season itineraries.
Chair Etiquette: Avoid leaving belongings on unattended loungers for extended periods during busy sea days.
Dining
Main Dining: Princess main dining rooms provide included multi-course meals with rotating menus and regional influences.
Traditional Dining: Traditional Dining provides an assigned early or late seating at the same time each evening.
Flexible Dining: Guests who prefer flexibility can reserve different dining times during the voyage.
Walk-In Anytime: Princess also offers walk-in dining with open seating where available.
Reserve Collection Dining: Eligible Reserve Collection guests have access to dedicated dining with no regular reservation requirement and enhanced service.
Sanctuary Restaurant: Sanctuary Collection guests aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess have exclusive access to the Sanctuary Restaurant.
Dietary Requirements: Add dietary preferences to your booking and discuss significant allergies or medical dietary requirements with Princess before departure and with dining staff onboard.
Casual Dining
Casual Venues: Princess operates a variety of sit-down casual dining restaurants in addition to complimentary buffet and quick-service venues. Restaurants differ by ship.
Examples: Depending on the ship, casual dining can include venues such as Alfredo's or Gigi's Pizzeria, Ocean Terrace, Salty Dog Gastropub and other ship-specific restaurants.
Princess Plus: Current Princess Plus packages for 2026 and later include four qualifying prix fixe casual dining meals per guest, per voyage.
Princess Premier: Current Princess Premier includes unlimited qualifying casual dining.
Reservations: Requirements vary by venue. Check the Princess App or onboard dining information for current availability and pricing.
Specialty Dining
Premium Restaurants: Princess offers additional-charge specialty restaurants with more elaborate menus and service than standard included dining.
Restaurants Vary By Ship: Crown Grill, Sabatini's Italian Trattoria, The Catch by Rudi and other specialty concepts are available on selected ships rather than fleetwide.
Princess Premier: Current Princess Premier packages for qualifying 2026 and later voyages include specialty dining, subject to package terms and restaurant availability.
Reserve Early: Popular restaurants and prime dining times can fill before sailing. Use the Princess App to make reservations when they become available.
Supplementary Items: A specialty-dining cover charge or package benefit does not necessarily include every premium menu item. Additional supplements can apply.
Dining Dress Guidelines
Smart Casual: Most evenings are Smart Casual. Princess describes dining-room attire as similar to what guests would wear to a nice restaurant at home.
Formal Nights: Princess recommends evening gowns, cocktail dresses or elegant pantsuits for women and tuxedos, dark suits or dinner jackets with slacks for men.
1-4 Days: Princess generally schedules no formal evenings.
5-6 Days: One formal evening is typical.
7-13 Days: Two formal evenings are typical.
14-20 Days: Three formal evenings are typical.
21-28 Days: Four formal evenings are typical.
29+ Days: Princess lists at least five formal evenings.
Dining Rooms: Pool or beach attire, shorts, ball caps and heavily distressed jeans are not appropriate in Princess dining rooms.
Food & Beverage
Included Food: Princess fares include main dining, buffet dining and a selection of casual food options, with exact venues varying by ship.
International Café: The International Café on participating ships offers included light food such as pastries, sandwiches and snacks, while specialty coffees and premium beverages are additional unless covered by a package.
OceanNow: Food and beverages can be ordered for delivery to eligible onboard locations, with the delivery-access fee waived for current Princess Plus and Premier guests.
Room Service: Delivery from the stateroom room-service menu is included with current Plus and Premier packages. Other guests currently pay a delivery fee when ordering by stateroom phone.
Service Charge: Optional food and beverage purchases not already covered by a fare or package generally carry Princess's 20% service charge.
Beverage Packages
Plus Beverage Package: The beverage component of Princess Plus currently covers qualifying drinks priced up to US$15 each and permits up to 15 alcoholic beverages per day.
Premier Beverage Package: Princess Premier currently covers qualifying drinks priced up to US$20 each and no longer imposes the Plus package's 15-drink daily alcoholic-beverage limit.
Water: Current Plus and Premier benefits include up to 12 qualifying bottles of still or sparkling water of 500ml or less per day.
Nonalcoholic Drinks: Both packages also include qualifying specialty coffees and teas, fountain soft drinks, juice-bar selections, zero-alcohol cocktails and other listed beverages.
Zero-Alcohol Package: Princess offers a separate Zero-Alcohol Package for guests wanting a broader selection of nonalcoholic beverages without an alcohol package.
Classic Soda Package: A lower-cost Classic Soda Package remains available for guests primarily interested in fountain soft drinks.
Package Rules: Eligibility, pricing, sharing restrictions and age requirements apply. Review the terms for your exact sailing before purchasing.
Princess Plus Updated
Bundled Package: Princess Plus combines several commonly purchased cruise extras into a per-person, per-day package.
Current Price: For qualifying 2026 and later sailings, current pre-cruise pricing is US$65 per person, per day on most ships and US$70 aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess when purchased at least 96 hours before departure.
Beverages: Includes qualifying drinks up to US$15 each, with up to 15 alcoholic beverages per day.
Wi-Fi: Includes MedallionNet Max for one device per guest.
Crew Appreciation: Daily Crew Appreciation is included.
Casual Dining: Includes four qualifying casual dining prix fixe meals per guest, per voyage.
OceanNow: The one-time OceanNow delivery-access fee is included.
Room Service: Standard room-service delivery charges are included.
Before Purchasing: Compare the package cost against what you would otherwise spend. Guests who drink little, do not need Wi-Fi or rarely use paid dining may receive less value.
Princess Premier Updated
Higher-Tier Package: Princess Premier builds on the bundled-package concept with higher beverage limits, additional Wi-Fi devices and significantly more dining benefits.
Current Price: For qualifying 2026 and later sailings, current pre-cruise pricing is US$100 per person, per day on most ships and US$105 aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess when purchased at least 96 hours before departure.
Beverages: Includes qualifying beverages up to US$20 each with no daily alcoholic-drink limit under the current package terms.
Wi-Fi: Includes MedallionNet Max for four devices per guest.
Crew Appreciation: Daily Crew Appreciation is included.
Casual Dining: Includes unlimited qualifying casual dining.
Specialty Dining: Includes qualifying specialty dining, subject to availability and current package rules.
Shore Excursion Credit: Current Premier packages include US$100 per guest on voyages of 6-9 days, US$200 on 10-20 day voyages and US$300 on cruises of 21 days or longer for eligible Princess shore excursions.
Photos: Current benefits include unlimited qualifying digital professional photos plus three prints.
Reserved Theater Seating: A designated Premier seating area is included for qualifying theatrical productions.
OceanNow & Room Service: Standard OceanNow delivery access and room-service delivery charges are included.
POURS New
New Beverage Program: Princess introduced POURS fleetwide during summer 2026 as its refreshed signature beverage program.
Replaces Love Line: POURS replaces the former Love Line Collection.
Broader Collection: The program brings together curated cocktails, premium spirits, wine, beer and other beverage offerings under one Princess collection.
Zero-Proof Drinks: POURS places greater emphasis on nonalcoholic and zero-proof cocktails, including wellness-inspired creations.
Package Coverage: Many POURS beverages fall within Princess Plus and Premier beverage-package limits, depending on the menu price of the individual drink.
Onboard Entertainment
Production Shows: Princess theaters feature large-scale musical and theatrical productions, with available shows varying by ship and sailing.
Live Music: Musicians perform throughout lounges, bars, pool areas and public spaces during the day and evening.
Movies Under the Stars: Princess's signature outdoor cinema presents movies, concerts and selected sporting events on a large poolside screen.
The Piazza: On many Princess ships, the Piazza acts as a central entertainment space for live music, performers, demonstrations and other scheduled events.
Princess Live: Participating ships have Princess Live venues used for game shows, trivia, demonstrations and interactive entertainment.
Comedy & Guest Entertainers: Guest performers can include comedians, singers, musicians, magicians and other specialty acts.
Activities: Trivia, games, dance activities, culinary demonstrations and other hosted events are scheduled throughout the voyage.
Destination Enrichment: Itinerary-focused voyages frequently include presentations or programming related to the ports, history, culture, wildlife or scenery guests will experience ashore.
Check The App: Entertainment schedules change daily, so review the Princess App and onboard schedule for times, locations and reservation requirements.
Casino
Casino Gaming: Princess ships offer casino gaming while permitted by applicable maritime and local regulations.
Games: Available games typically include slot machines and table games such as blackjack, roulette and poker, although exact offerings vary by ship.
Operating Hours: Casinos generally close while a ship is in port or sailing in waters where gaming is restricted.
Casino Offers: Qualifying casino play can generate promotional offers or future-cruise incentives.
Smoking: Smoking policies and designated casino-smoking areas vary by ship and sailing. Check the current onboard policy rather than assuming the entire casino is smoking or nonsmoking.
Responsible Gaming: Set a spending limit in advance and treat casino gaming as paid entertainment.
Wellness & Fitness
Fitness Center: Princess fitness centers provide cardio machines, free weights and resistance equipment, and standard fitness-center access is complimentary.
Fitness Classes: Princess offers instructor-led fitness programming, including classes based on concepts such as yoga, Pilates, stretching and indoor cycling. Charges can apply to selected classes.
Lotus Spa: Lotus Spa offers massages, salon services and other treatments for an additional charge.
The Enclave: Selected ships provide The Enclave thermal suite with heated and hydrotherapy facilities available under applicable spa-access terms.
The Sanctuary: The adults-only Sanctuary provides a quieter outdoor retreat on participating ships, with access arrangements varying across the fleet.
Outdoor Exercise: Depending on the ship, walking or jogging tracks and sports facilities provide additional ways to stay active outside.
Families & Kids
Youth Programs: Princess provides supervised youth and teen programming with dedicated spaces on participating ships.
The Treehouse: The Treehouse is designed for children ages 3-7.
The Lodge: The Lodge is designed for children ages 8-12.
The Beach House: The Beach House provides dedicated teen programming for ages 13-17.
Activities: Programs can include arts and crafts, games, sports, scavenger hunts, theme nights and age-appropriate social activities.
Family Activities: Movies Under the Stars, pools, trivia, games, sports and destination activities provide options families can enjoy together outside the youth clubs.
Register Early: Review youth-program registration information soon after boarding, particularly during holiday and school-break sailings when participation is higher.
Ship Differences: Youth facilities differ across the fleet, so check the current facilities of your specific ship when children's programming is an important part of your cruise decision.
Private Destinations
Princess Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries increasingly use several private or exclusive Carnival Corporation destinations. The destination scheduled for your cruise can change, so always check the current itinerary rather than assuming a particular private-island stop is included.
Princess Cays Updated
Eleuthera: Princess Cays occupies a resort area on the southern end of Eleuthera in The Bahamas and has been associated with Princess itineraries for decades.
Beach Day: The destination offers beaches, swimming, snorkeling, water activities, shopping and reservable premium experiences.
Complimentary Food: A beach barbecue is traditionally included during Princess calls.
Tender Port: Princess Cays is generally reached by ship-to-shore water shuttle rather than by walking directly from a pier.
2026 Schedule Changes: Princess has recently shifted many previously planned Princess Cays calls after October 2026 to RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay or Celebration Key. Princess Cays has not been announced as closed, but guests should verify the destination shown on their current booking.
Celebration Key Upcoming
Princess Debut: Princess is scheduled to begin calling at Celebration Key on November 1, 2026, with Star Princess making the cruise line's first scheduled visit.
Grand Bahama Island: Celebration Key is Carnival Corporation's large private destination on Grand Bahama Island.
Freshwater Lagoons: The destination centers around expansive freshwater lagoons, beaches and resort-style recreation areas.
Activities: Guests can choose from swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, live entertainment, dining, shopping and premium cabana or adults-only experiences.
Growing Princess Presence: Celebration Key is being incorporated into an increasing number of Princess Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries.
RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay
Private Island: RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay is Carnival Corporation's private Bahamian island destination and is now featured more prominently on Princess itineraries.
Beach: The destination is known for a long white-sand beach and clear turquoise water.
Activities: Optional activities include kayaking, horseback riding, snorkeling and other land and water experiences.
Premium Options: Cabanas, daybeds and other reserved experiences are available for an additional charge.
Increasing Use: Princess has shifted a number of upcoming Caribbean calls from Princess Cays to Half Moon Cay, making it increasingly relevant to Princess guests.
Ports / Shore Excursions
Princess Shore Excursions: Princess offers organized excursions covering sightseeing, history, food, culture, wildlife, outdoor adventure and other destination experiences.
Book Early: Popular tours and limited-capacity experiences can sell out before departure, particularly in destinations such as Alaska and Europe.
Princess Premier Credit: Current Princess Premier packages provide eligible shore-excursion credit based on voyage length.
Independent Exploration: Guests may explore ports independently where permitted. Research transportation, distance from the pier, local opening hours and return time before leaving the port.
Scenic Cruising: Some of Princess's strongest destination experiences take place from the ship itself, including glacier viewing, fjords, coastal scenery and canal transits.
Water Shuttle Ports: Some ports require ship-to-shore water shuttles. Allow additional time when planning independent transportation or tours.
Ship Time: Verify whether the ship remains on ship time or changes to local time before leaving the vessel independently.
All-Aboard Time: Return before the published all-aboard time. Guests traveling independently are responsible for returning to the ship before departure.
Complimentary Extras
Main Dining: Main dining room meals are included in the standard cruise fare.
Buffet Dining: Princess's main buffet and selected quick-service venues are included.
International Café Food: Food selections at International Café on participating ships are generally included, although specialty beverages are additional unless covered by a package.
Movies Under the Stars: Standard Movies Under the Stars screenings are included.
Theater Entertainment: Standard production shows and most guest entertainment are included.
Live Music: Regular live music in lounges, the Piazza and other public areas is included.
Daily Activities: Trivia, games, demonstrations and many other scheduled activities are complimentary.
Destination Enrichment: Standard destination presentations and enrichment programming are included where offered.
Fitness Center: Standard access to the onboard fitness center is complimentary, although selected classes and services cost extra.
Youth Programs: Standard supervised youth programming is included during scheduled operating periods, although selected services can carry additional charges.
OceanMedallion: The standard Medallion used for onboard identification, stateroom access and purchases does not require a separate purchase.
Disembarking
Departure Instructions: Princess provides luggage and departure instructions before the final morning. Review your assigned procedure and meeting information carefully.
Self-Assist: Guests able to carry all of their own luggage may have access to an earlier self-assist departure option where offered.
Checked Luggage: If using the standard luggage process, attach the provided departure tags and place bags outside the stateroom according to Princess's instructions.
Keep Essentials: Keep passports, medications, valuables, electronics, chargers and clothes needed the following morning in your carry-on.
Final Account: Review your onboard account before disembarkation and resolve questions while Guest Services is still available.
Captain's Circle Priority: Eligible Elite Captain's Circle members receive priority disembarkation.
Customs & Immigration: Arrival procedures vary by port and country. Follow instructions from Princess and local authorities.
Flights & Transportation: Allow sufficient time between the ship's scheduled arrival and flights, trains or other onward transportation. Ship clearance, luggage collection, immigration and local traffic can cause delays.
Final Cabin Check: Check the safe, drawers, closets, bathroom, charging outlets and area beneath the bed before leaving the stateroom.
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