The Grand Princess is a popular floating resort. The waters are crowded with sea-worthy vessels, so to make planning easier, we've done all the prep work for a cruise vacation. As part of a Huffington Post Travel series on cruise ships, here is a tip sheet offering all the key information one could ever need to know about the Grand Princess.
Destination
The Carnival Grand Princess is the largest ship in the cruise line's fleet, and it
to the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, South Pacific and Mexican Riviera.
A Floating City
The Carnival Grand Princess is a newly renovated ship that provides the top-notch service Princess cruise ships are known for. On the official website, is has been likened to a "floating city."
Special Features
Recent
of the Carnival Grand Princess include a new nightclub, wine bar and wedding chapel. There is also a tea lounge, spa and theater on board.
Accommodations
on the Carnival Grand Princess include a variety of staterooms to meet the unique needs and tastes of passengers. The Grand Suite is a 730-square-foot room with a balcony. All rooms include a bathroom with a shower, spacious closets and a television.
Cost
Prices vary depending on itinerary. A three-day
Carnival Grand Princess cruise departing from England costs $999 for a mini suite.
Excursions
The Carnival Grand Princess offers exciting tours of the exotic
as well as exploration of caves in the Barbados, shopping excursions in Barcelona's famed Las Ramblas shopping district and aquatic adventures in the crystal waters off Hawaii.
Dining Experience
In addition to traditional and casual
options, there is a specialty Italian restaurant and a steak and seafood establishment on the Carnival Grand Princess. The "Your Choice Dining" option allows passengers to eat anywhere on the ship from 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Maiden Voyage
The Carnival Grand Princess took its
on May 27, 1998.
In The News
In 2008, a fire was
in the engine space of the Carnival Grand Princess, which was experiencing a lot of smoke due to one of its engines failing. The passengers were never in any danger.
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