Star Princess Officially Delivered to Princess Cruises
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Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has officially taken delivery of its newest vessel, Star Princess, during a handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. The vessel is the second Sphere-Class ship in Princess' fleet and the 17th ship overall.
The 177,800-ton ship can accommodate 4,300 guests and features over 1,500 balcony staterooms. Star Princess offers 30 dining and bar venues, including exclusive amenities like The Sanctuary Collection. The ship will begin its inaugural 11-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona on October 4, 2025, followed by Caribbean voyages from Ft. Lauderdale starting November 7, 2025, and later an Alaska season.
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- Addition of a new 177,800-ton vessel expanding fleet capacity with 4,300 guest accommodation
- Strategic deployment across premium routes including Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Alaska seasons
- Premium amenities including The Sanctuary Collection and 30 distinct dining venues
- Over 1,500 balcony staterooms providing higher-margin accommodation options
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Handover Ceremony at Fincantieri Shipyard Marks Completion of Second Sphere-Class Newbuild
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The Star Princess handover ceremony was attended by Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises; Star Princess Captain Gennaro Arma; Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri; Biagio Mazzotta, President and Chairman of Fincantieri; Luigi Matarazzo, General Manager of the Fincantieri Merchant Ships Division; Cristiano Bazzara, Director of the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, and local government officials. The ceremony signifies the official transfer of the ship from Fincantieri to Princess, marking the completion of construction and the beginning of final preparations ahead of its inaugural sailings.
"Today is a proud moment for Princess as we welcome the new Star Princess to our incredible fleet," said Gus Antorcha, Princess Cruises President. "This remarkable vessel is a testament to the innovation and craftsmanship of our long-standing partners at Fincantieri, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to the shipbuilding team for bringing our newest ship to life."
With her 1,600 crew now onboard preparing to welcome the first guests, Star Princess will depart the shipyard and sail to
The 177,800-ton, 4,300-guest Star Princess - sister to the award-winning Sun Princess - will feature 30 distinct dining and bar venues, curated entertainment and activity offerings. Unique to Star Princess and Sun Princess is The Sanctuary Collection, an elevated private escape at sea with access to an exclusive restaurant; the Sanctuary Club, a tranquil, adults-only pool deck; and thoughtfully curated amenities that set a new standard for luxury at sea.
With over 1,500 balcony staterooms, guests will enjoy panoramic views from the privacy of their own rooms. Standout venues include The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space; The Arena, Princess' most technologically advanced theater yet; The Piazza, the architectural centerpiece of the ship with its dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping ocean vistas; and Spellbound by Magic Castle, the captivating speakeasy experience born from a collaboration with the famed
On October 4, 2025, Star Princess will debut in the scenic Mediterranean, sailing roundtrip from
Voyages are available for booking now at https://www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/ships/st-star-princess.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the
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