Princess Cruises - Grand Princess
Line:
Princess CruisesLaunched:
26th May 1998Tonnage:
107,517Length:
949 feetTotal Crew:
1,150Occupancy:
2,600Rating:
stars
Description
Newly enhanced with our latest innovations, Grand Princess continues to offer the signature service for which Princess Cruises is renowned. With innovative features like Movies Under the Stars, the Italian-inspired Piazza and The Sanctuary, there are plenty of ways to help you escape completely. Sip on a variety of soothing teas at Leaves Tea Lounge & Library, or enjoy hand-tossed pizza in Alfredo’s, a full-service pizzeria. Plus, The One5 night club provides a vibrant ambience to dance the night away.
Cabin Types
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Premium Balcony (B2) The spacious approximately 274-square-foot Premium Balcony stateroom is appointed with the same fine amenities as our Balcony stateroom but also features a large balcony of approximately 89 square feet. Select Premium Balcony staterooms have a rear-facing balcony from which to enjoy dramatic wake views. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Premium Balcony stateroom:
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Premium Balcony (B4) The spacious approximately 274-square-foot Premium Balcony stateroom is appointed with the same fine amenities as our Balcony stateroom but also features a large balcony of approximately 89 square feet. Select Premium Balcony staterooms have a rear-facing balcony from which to enjoy dramatic wake views. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Premium Balcony stateroom:
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BA) Approximately 232 to 274 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast. Balcony with 2 chairs and table. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel television. Private bathroom with shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe. |
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BB) The spacious approximately 232 to 274 square-foot balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BC) The spacious approximately 232 to 274 square-foot balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BD) The spacious approximately 232 to 274 square-foot balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BE) The spacious approximately 232 to 274 square-foot balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
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Balcony Two Lower Beds (BF) The spacious approximately 232 to 274 square-foot balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (IA) The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (IB) The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (IC) The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (ID) The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (IE) The luxurious Mini-Suite offers approximately 323 square feet of comfort and a separate seating area with a sofa bed for lounging or sleeping a third passenger. The spacious balcony is approximately 61 square feet and the bathroom offers a combination tub and shower. Some Mini-Suites also have a pullman bed to accommodate a 4th passenger. The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Interior Two Lower Beds (IF) The Interior stateroom is approximately 160 to 182 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
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Club Class Mini-Suite (M1) The Club Class Mini-Suite is a premium stateroom category featuring our very best Mini-Suite staterooms, as well as the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites -- plus premier dining benefits and luxurious perks. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed, premium bathroom amenities and two flat-panel televisions. These features and fine amenities are enhanced in a Club Class Mini-Suite stateroom:
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Mini Suite with Balcony (MB) The luxurious Mini-Suite offers approximately 323 square feet of comfort and a separate seating area with a sofa bed for lounging or sleeping a third passenger. The spacious balcony is approximately 61 square feet and the bathroom offers a combination tub and shower. Some Mini-Suites also have a pullman bed to accommodate a 4th passenger. These features and fine amenities are standard in a Mini-Suite stateroom:
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Mini Suite with Balcony (MD) Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower. Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option. Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman Bathroom tub and massage shower head. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Separate sitting area with sofa bed & coffee table. Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day. Luxury mattress topper and pillows. Two flat-panel televisions. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe. |
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Mini Suite with Balcony (ME) Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower. Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option. Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman Bathroom tub and massage shower head. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Separate sitting area with sofa bed & coffee table. Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day. Luxury mattress topper and pillows. Two flat-panel televisions. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe. |
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Premium Oceanview (O3) The Premium Oceanview stateroom is approximately 206 square feet and features a picture window for memorable views. The Premium Oceanview stateroom is appointed with amenities. These features and amenities are standard in the Premium Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (OC) The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 163 to 171 square feet and features a picture window^ for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (with Portholes) (OE) The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 163 to 171 square feet and features a picture window^ for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (OF) The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 163 to 171 square feet and features a picture window^ for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View) (OV) The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 168 square feet and features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View) (OW) The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 168 square feet and features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View) (OY) The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 168 square feet and features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers. These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:
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Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View) (OZ) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:
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Grand Suite with Balcony (S1) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Owner Suite with Balcony (S2) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Penthouse Suite (S3) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Penthouse Suite with Balcony (S4) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Vista Suite with Balcony (S6) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Window Suite (S7) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Window Suites feature a large picture window instead of a balcony. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
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Family Suite with Balcony (S8) Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities. These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed. |
Entertainment
Children's Play Area Cinema Explorers Lounge Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater Princess Theatre Show Lounges Skywalkers NightclubFitness
Fitness Center Gym Jogging Track Ocean View Gymnasium Sports Court YogaFood and Drink
24-hour Room Service Bacchus Bar Botticelli Dining Room Crooners Bar Crown Grill Da Vinci Dining Room Explorers' Lounge Grill Horizon Court Ice Cream Bar International Cafe Lounge Michelangelo Dining Room Pizzeria Poseidon's Pizzeria Prego Pizzeria Promenade Lounge and Bar Sabatini’s Italian restaurant Snooker's Cigar Bar Snooker's Cigar Bar Sterling Steakhouse Trident Grill Ultimate Balcony Dining Vines Wine & Seafood Bar Wheelhouse Bar Wine barOther
Art Gallery Atrium Boutique Conference Facilities Future Cruise Sales Photo Gallery ScholarShip@Sea Shops Shore Excursion Office Wedding Chapel Wheel House Wrap Around Promenade Deck Writing RoomRecreational
9-hole Mini Golf Card Room Golf Simulator Library Nightclub Shuffle Board Swim-against-the-current lap poolRelaxation
Beauty Salon Hot Tubs Lotus Spa Lotus Spa Splash Pool Terrace Pool The Sanctuary(adults only)Cruise Line
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“The Floating Youth Club”
Mr Mark Burrows visited on 07/10 and recommended this ship.
Just back from two week cruise of Mediterranean. 2 adults and 2 kids (16 and 10) This was a great cruise; we all had a fabulous time!
Cabins
Our cabin was E421 advertised as a fully obstructed view, but we were pleasantly surprised to find that between two lifeboats we had a clear straight ahead view. We would recommend this as an excellent value 4 berth outside cabin. Plenty of room for 4 organized people. In our opinion the 2 single bed configuration worked very well with 4 people sharing. Our cabin steward, Nimit, was unobtrusive, polite, friendly and kept the cabin very clean. There were chocolates every night, but alas! No towel animals. Children said bunk bed quilts were too small for the bed. Beware - take care if choosing a balcony cabin, many of them are over looked!
Food
Food was excellent in all restaurants. Sabattinis and Steakhouse both were well worth the extra cost of 20 dollars per head. We found anytime dining a good option for us. We expected to have to queue but felt that it could have been organised more efficiently by the head waiters. Average wait time was approximately 20 minutes. Horizon Court buffet restaurant was generally very good. However, there was no indication of what food was on offer before entering the buffet area resulting in quite a few people milling about before selecting food.
Pools
There were 4 heated pools, 2 adults and 2 family pools. Family pools were very crowded on sea days in particular, and pool rules regarding no jumping and diving were not observed/enforced. There were several hot tubs available, and they were HOT! The published 30 minute rule on unattended sunbeds was not enforced either. We could only get a sunbed after 5pm.
Shore excursions/ports of call
Tender service at Alghero was very poor. We waited for over an hour to get a tender. There was no information given by ship staff for the delay. We took the 'Rome by private train' excursion which was unfortunately delayed by over an hour due to signal problems. However, the train was very quick and the tour guide dealt admirably with some very disgruntled passengers. We also took the 'Walking tour of Gibraltar' trip, which was excellent. The guide was very informative and entertaining. We explored other ports of call independently. Although some of the excursion prices seem expensive they get you where you want to go more efficiently with the minimum of fuss. Watch out for pick pockets in all places especially Barcelona - we had a mobile phone stolen in a flash from a zipped backpack in a quiet street in the Gothic Quarter and spent over an hour in the police station.
Entertainment
Shows featuring Princess singers and dancers were pretty average (one of the singers was well below average). Guest acts were not much better with the exception of Diane Cousins and David Copperfield who were very entertaining. Assistant cruise directors Adam, Karen, Little Andy and deputy Dave were all very good but others lacked personality. We really enjoyed the Bingo and trivia quizzes (which is something we don't normally take part in) but found that Movies Under The Stars showed very few family films.
Kids Clubs
Shockwaves seemed geared more towards the 8 year olds than the 12 year olds. The junior chef, which my ten year old daughter was looking forward to, was only available for 10 children and only advertised at the first registration session. Luckily my daughter was able to take part, but there must have been several disappointed children. Remix was very well organised with lots of interesting activities. Good experienced staff were on hand.
General
The ship's general decor was slightly shabby and in need of the refit scheduled for next year. However, everything was very clean and kept tidy. We sometimes found it difficult to get a lift at busy times, and as there were no stairs available in the centre of the ship we often had to walk a long way to reach our destination. There were very few signs and we had still not got to grips with the ship's layout by the end of the holiday - or maybe we are just getting old. We found the Internet Cafe connection very slow and therefore expensive. We cancelled the daily charge of $10.50 gratuity for our children as we thought this excessive, especially as a 15% service charge is automatically added to every drink purchased. There was no problem with arranging this at the purser's desk. As expected there were a considerable number of children on board. The top decks were taken over at night by packs of teenagers. They were mostly good natured and easily avoided. The only time any children got out of hand was at the Gibraltar sailaway party where the cruise staff failed to exercise any control and on the last night where spirits were naturally high. We had a fantastic holiday, but please beware - not only were we mugged in Barcelona, my 10 year old daughter also had goggles and a pair of shoes stolen on board!
On a final note, Captain, please do not be anonymous; you are an important part of the cruise experience. The only officer we heard regularly was a trainee giving the 12 noon position announcement. One tannoy announcement at the start of the cruise does not give the impression you are pleased to have us on board! More so that you feel far too important to mingle with the paying plebs!
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