Canadian World Traveller Winter 2019-20 Issue

“We’ve led the way on many innovations in
the cruise industry, evolving to meet the
needs of today’s vacationer and of all of
our new stateroom innovations, we’ve never
seen such immediate demand as we are for
these Sky Suites,” said Jan Swartz, Princess
Cruises president. “Our global fleet offers
one of the highest percentages of balcony
staterooms in the industry, across all cabin
categories, and now we’re eager for the
arrival of the industry’s largest balconies at
sea, inviting guests to relax privately or host
their very own en-suite celebrations in
style.”
In addition to these two gems, there are 44
suites with private balconies and 374 Mini-
Suites with private balconies. Also, the ship
boasts 311 deluxe balcony cabins, 753 balcony
cabins, and six deluxe ocean view cabins
spanning 19 decks. All Sky Princess
accommodation comes standard with either
a queen or two twin beds, a television entertainment
system, and a private bathroom
with a shower.
Food and Drinks
Trust us - you’ll never use the words
“hunger” and “Sky Princess” in the same
sentence - in fact, there are over 25 restaurants,
and bars on board!
The ship’s vast array of cuisine fits any taste
buds - from grabbing a slice at Alfredo’s
Pizzeria to winding down with a glass of
vino at Vines Wine Bar, Sky brings together
all of the traditional outlets of her sister
Princess ships, with new and innovative
additions, as well. The famous Sabatini
Italian Trattoria is a go-to for conventional
Mediterranean dishes while the Bistro Sur
La Mer, dedicated to inspired French cuisine
created by the acclaimed Emmanuel Rena,
is the choice for classic French favorites
such as Filet de boeuf poelé (beef filet
mignon.)
For those looking for a dose of English pub
culture, The Salty Dog is the choice for fish
and chips with a beer. Additionally, the Sky
is home to a World Fresh Marketplace,
which includes The Pastry Shop, Slice
Pizzeria, and Swirls ice cream (we highly
recommend tasting the mint chip!). Each
day, the three main dining rooms - Estreslla,
Cielo, and Spoleil - are open daily for
breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Additionally, Princess Cruises has just
unveiled an enhanced beverage menu featuring
globally inspired signature cocktail
offerings created by master mixologist Rob
Floyd. My personal favorite? A Mint Divine,
a creation made from Bombay Sapphire
gin, ginger beer, cucumber, lime juice, simple
syrup, and fresh mint.
Activities Onboard
A common misconception about cruise
ships is that they are exclusively for the elderly
or have limited options for activities,
especially on sea days. Nothing can be further
from the truth, especially aboard the
dynamic and family-oriented Sky Princess.
Those who’ve always secretly craved fulfilling
their pop star dreams can try out for
Voice of the Ocean, which brings TV’s most
popular singing competition to the high
seas and a live audience. The process to
Princess stardom begins with blind auditions,
mentor sessions, the iconic “I Want
You” chairs and ultimately concludes with a
finale performance where passengers vote
on the winner.
For those who would prefer to be dumbfounded
by talent from the comfort of their
theatre seat rather than showing off their
vocal range, Princess Sky has plentiful alternative
productions. Crafted by some of the
world’s top directors and choreographers,
Princess Sky spectacles utilize the destinations
she visits to craft imaginative and
inventive shows. They often incorporate
Broadway classical songs, popular hits,
along with original numbers performed by
a talented cast.
Throughout the day and night, Princess
Sky’s stunning open-air poolside amphitheater
is a lively center for activities - from the
premiere of feature films, to live concerts or
sporting events, there is no shortage of
opportunity to be both an onlooker
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and a participant. Even better, all of
the featured movies include cozy
fleece blankets and unlimited supplies of
fresh-popped popcorn - essentials to enjoy
a cinema under the stars!
The Sky Princess also boasts plenty of
aquatic options for those hoping to exercise
by swimming laps or float and suntan, pina
colada in hand. Between two deep-tank
pools on the lively top decks, an infinitystyle
Wakeview pool and bar on the ship’s
aft end, and plenty of spa hot tubs, the
choices are endless for aspiring mermaids
and mermen.
Princess MedallionClass
Another innovative addition to Sky Princess
is the MedallionClass - a complimentary
key all passengers are given to be connected
anywhere onboard the ship. So what is
this seemingly magical contraption anyway?
According to Princess Cruises, “Ocean
Medallion is a first-of-its-kind wearable
device that elevates every moment before,
during, and after your Ocean Medallion
Vacation. From on-demand food and
drinks, interactive gaming, custom entertainment,
and smart navigation, Medallion
makes cruising simpler, and more personal
and enjoyable than ever.” On such an
immense ship, the complimentary
OceanMedallion, with its leading-edge
technology and personalized service
through enhanced guest-crew interactions,
helps organizes passengers and give them
a service that is seamless and personalized.
Though the cruising industry is ever-changing
and new ships are continually being
christened, Princess Cruises stays true to the
company values of maintaining a superior
sailing experience for guests while incorporating
ingenuity and innovative technology,
prioritizing comfort and ease. Trust us when
we say, with Sky Princess, the sky truly is the
limit.
www.princess.com
Canadian World Traveller Winter 2019-20