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SUN PRINCESS NAMED #1 MEGA CRUISE SHIP IN 2025 CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS' CHOICE AWARDS FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

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Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) announced that Sun Princess was named the #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards for the second consecutive year on Oct. 7, 2025. Launched in 2024 as the first Sphere-Class vessel, Sun Princess is a 177,882-ton ship with capacity for 4,300 guests. The ship features The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30 restaurant and bar venues, over 1,500 balcony staterooms, and the Sanctuary Collection private spaces. Princess noted the Sphere Class will expand with sister-ship Star Princess, which began service earlier this month. The recognition highlights guest-facing design, entertainment, dining, and service features across Mediterranean, Caribbean, and other itineraries.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) ha annunciato che Sun Princess è stata nominata la prima Mega Cruise Ship nel 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards per il secondo anno consecutivo, il 7 ottobre 2025. Lanciata nel 2024 come prima nave Sphere-Class, Sun Princess è una nave da 177.882 tonnellate con una capacità di 4.300 ospiti. La nave ospita The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30 ristoranti e bar, oltre 1.500 cabine con balcone, e le private spaces della Sanctuary Collection. Princess ha osservato che la Sphere Class si espanderà con la nave sorella Star Princess, che ha iniziato i servizi all'inizio di questo mese. Il riconoscimento evidenzia il design orientato agli ospiti, l'intrattenimento, la ristorazione e le caratteristiche di servizio su itinerari nel Mediterraneo, nei Caraibi e in altri itinerari.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) anunció que Sun Princess fue nombrada el buque de mega crucero #1 en los 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards por segundo año consecutivo el 7 de octubre de 2025. Lanzada en 2024 como la primera nave de la categoría Sphere-Class, Sun Princess es un buque de 177,882 toneladas con capacidad para 4,300 huéspedes. El barco cuenta con The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30 locales de restauración y bar, más de 1,500 cabinas con balcón, y las zonas privadas de Sanctuary Collection. Princess señaló que la Sphere Class se expandirá con la nave hermana Star Princess, que inició servicio a principios de este mes. El reconocimiento destaca el diseño orientado al huésped, el entretenimiento, la gastronomía y las características de servicio en itinerarios por el Mediterráneo, Caribe y otros.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL)Sun Princess2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards에서 연속 2년째 #1 메가 크루즈 선으로 선정되었다고 2025년 10월 7일 발표했다. 2024년 Sphere-Class 최초의 선박으로 출시된 Sun Princess는 177,882톤의 선박으로 4,300명의 승객을 수용한다. 이 선박에는 The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30개의 레스토랑 및 바 장소, 1,500개가 넘는 발코니 선실, 그리고 Sanctuary Collection의 프라이빗 공간이 있다. 프린세스는 Sphere Class가 자매선인 Star Princess와 함께 확장될 것이며, 이 선은 이번 달 초에 서비스를 시작했다고 밝혔다. 이 인정은 지중해, 카리브해 및 다른 일정의 승객 맞춤형 디자인, 엔터테인먼트, 다이닝 및 서비스 특징을 강조한다.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) a annoncé que Sun Princess a été nommée le premier Mega Cruise Ship dans les 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards pour la deuxième année consécutive le 7 octobre 2025. Lancé en 2024 comme premier navire de la Sphere-Class, le Sun Princess est un navire de 177 882 tonnes avec une capacité de 4 300 passagers. Le navire comprend The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30 établissements de restauration et bars, plus de 1 500 cabines avec balcon, et les espaces privés de la Sanctuary Collection. Princess a noté que la Sphere Class se développera avec le vaisseau sœur Star Princess, qui a commencé son service plus tôt ce mois-ci. Cette reconnaissance met en avant le design axé sur l’invité, l’animation, la restauration et les caractéristiques de service sur des itinéraires en Méditerranée, Caraïbes et autres.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) gab bekannt, dass Sun Princess als #1 Mega-Cruise-Schiff in den 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards für das zweite aufeinanderfolgende Jahr am 7. Oktober 2025 benannt wurde. Das 2024 als erstes Sphere-Class-Schiff gestartete Sun Princess ist ein 177.882-Tonnen Schiff mit einer Kapazität von 4.300 Gästen. Das Schiff verfügt über The Dome, Spellbound by Magic Castle, 30 Restaurants und Bars, über 1.500 Balkonkabinen und die privaten Räume der Sanctuary Collection. Princess merkte an, dass die Sphere Class mit dem Schwesterschiff Star Princess erweitert wird, das noch in diesem Monat den Dienst aufgenommen hat. Die Auszeichnung hebt das gastorientierte Design, Unterhaltung, Gastronomie und Servicestellen auf Reisen im Mittelmeer, Karibik und anderen Routen hervor.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) أعلنت أن Sun Princess قد حُدِّدت كأول سفينة كبرى للرحلات البحرية في جوائز قرّاء Condé Nast Traveler 2025 للسنة الثانية على التوالي في 7 أكتوبر 2025. أُطلقت في 2024 كسفينة Sphere-Class الأولى، Sun Princess هي سفينة بوزن 177,882 طنًا وباستيعاب لـ 4,300 راكب. تمتلك السفينة The Dome و Spellbound by Magic Castle و30 مطعمًا وبارًا، وأكثر من 1,500 غرفة بمساحة شرفة، ومساحات خاصة ضمن Sanctuary Collection. وأشارت Princess إلى أن Sphere Class سيتوسع مع السفينة الشقيقة Star Princess، التي بدأت الخدمة في وقت مبكر من هذا الشهر. يبرز هذا التقدير التصميم الموجه للضيوف، والترفيه، والطعام، وميزات الخدمة عبر مسارات في البحر الأبيض المتوسط والبحر الكاريبي وغيرها.

Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) 宣布,Sun Princess 被评为 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 的第一名 Mega Cruise Ship,并连续第二年夺魁,日期为 2025 年 10 月 7 日。Sun Princess 于 2024 年作为首艘 Sphere-Class 船舶投入运营,船体总吨位为 177,882 吨,可容纳 4,300 位宾客。船上设有 The Dome、Spellbound by Magic Castle、30 个餐厅及酒吧场所、超过 1,500 间阳台舱,以及 Sanctuary Collection 的私密空间。Princess 指出 Sphere Class 将与姐妹船 Star Princess 一同扩展,该船本月早些时候已开航。此项荣誉突出面向宾客的设计、娱乐、餐饮和服务特色,覆盖地中海、加勒比海及其他航线。

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises' stunning Sphere-Class ship, Sun Princess, has once again been recognized as the #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice Awards. This marks the second consecutive year that Sun Princess has earned the top honor, underscoring her reputation for delivering unforgettable voyages with extraordinary style, innovation, and service.

Launched in 2024, as the first of the new Sphere-Class vessels, the 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess quickly captured the hearts of travelers around the world. Offering a seamless blend of elegant design, dynamic entertainment, world-class dining, and the warm, personalized service Princess is known for, the ship continues to set a new standard for the cruise industry.

"We are honored that Sun Princess has once again been recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler as the best mega cruise ship at sea," said Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises. "This award is a true testament to the ship's next-generation design and amenities amplified by the dedication and passion brought by our incredible crew to create exceptional experiences for our guests. To receive this honor for a second year is both humbling and motivating as we continue to deliver unforgettable Princess vacations across the globe and expand our fleet with sister-ship Star Princess."

The Readers' Choice Awards are among the longest-running and most respected recognition programs in the travel industry. Each year, Condé Nast Traveler readers cast hundreds of thousands of votes for the very best in travel, celebrating excellence in hospitality, destinations, airlines, and cruise lines.

With itineraries across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and beyond, Sun Princess showcases innovative features such as The Dome, a multi-level, glass-enclosed entertainment space inspired by the terraces of Santorini; and Spellbound by Magic Castle, a one-of-a-kind immersive speakeasy experience fusing magic, mixology, and storytelling. Guests also enjoy 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues featuring high-end ingredients, an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, and Princess' Love Line Premium LiquorsCollection, which includes a selection of thoughtfully curated wines and spirits, offering both spirited selections and non-alcoholic* creations.

With over 1,500 balcony staterooms, suites are designed with comfort and style in mind, including the exclusive 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.

Standout venues include The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space; The Princess Arena, Princess' most technologically advanced theater yet; and The Piazza, the architectural centerpiece of the ship with its dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping ocean vistas.

Princess Cruises will continue to elevate the guest experience as the Sphere Class expands with the debut of Star Princess, which set sail on her maiden voyage earlier this month.

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.

*Some beverages labeled as "non-alcohol" may contain trace amounts of alcohol up to 0.5% alcohol by volume due to natural fermentation or flavoring extracts. In accordance with FDA and TTB guidelines, the term "non-alcoholic" does not mean "alcohol-free." These drinks are intended for adults aged 21 and over. Please consume responsibly.

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 Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. Sun Princess, the brand's new, next-level Love Boat named Condé Nast Traveler's Mega Ship of the Year, introduces the groundbreaking Sphere Class platform and will be joined by sister ship, Star Princess, in Fall 2025. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

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FAQ

When did Princess Cruises announce Sun Princess won the Condé Nast Traveler 2025 award?

The company announced the award on October 7, 2025, naming Sun Princess the #1 Mega Cruise Ship for a second consecutive year.

What are Sun Princess ship specifications and guest capacity (CCL)?

Sun Princess is a 177,882-ton Sphere-Class ship launched in 2024 with capacity for 4,300 guests and over 1,500 balcony staterooms.

What standout features on Sun Princess were highlighted in the announcement?

Highlighted features include The Dome entertainment space, Spellbound by Magic Castle immersive speakeasy, 30 restaurant/bar venues, The Princess Arena, and The Piazza.

Is Princess expanding the Sphere-Class fleet after Sun Princess (CCL)?

Yes. The announcement notes the Sphere Class is expanding with sister-ship Star Princess, which set sail on its maiden voyage earlier this month.

Which itineraries does Sun Princess operate that were mentioned in the release?

The release cites itineraries across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and other global routes.
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