Princess Cruises
Golden Princess
Golden Princess has more ways to relax, dine, shop, play, swim, sun, dance and indulge than you can imagine, so you can experience the impressive options of a large ship while enjoying the intimacy of a small ship. Indulge in such first-class extras such as a museum-class art collection and the lavish Lotus Spa. Or simply spend the afternoon poolside with a choice of up to five sparkling pools. With so many options to choose from, you'll quickly regard this ship as a destination in itself.
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Ship Profile
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Electric Current 110 AC
- Hair Dryer
- Radio/Stereo
- Refrigerator
- Telephone
- Television
Ship Details
- Star Rating: 4
- Cruise Type: Contemporary
- Maiden Voyage: May 2001
- Refurbished:
- Tonnage: 108,806 tonnes
- Length: 951 feet
- Beam: 133 feet
- Draft: 26 feet
- Speed: 24 knots
- Ship Registration: Bermuda
- Passenger Space: 41.8 ft/pass
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 2600
- Crew Size:
- Nationality of Crew: International
- Nationality of Officers: British / Italian
- Nationality of Dining Staff: International
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
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Itineraries
Date Cruise Nights 26 May 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 2 Jun 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 9 Jun 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 16 Jun 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 23 Jun 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 30 Jun 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 7 Jul 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 14 Jul 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 21 Jul 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 28 Jul 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 4 Aug 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 11 Aug 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 18 Aug 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 25 Aug 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 1 Sep 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 8 Sep 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 15 Sep 13 Golden, Inside Passage with Tracy Arm ex Seattle Return 7 nights More info 22 Sep 13 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Seattle to Vancouver 1 nights More info 23 Sep 13 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Vancouver to Los Angeles 3 nights More info 26 Sep 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 30 Sep 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 4 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 3 nights More info 7 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 10 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 14 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler Cruise ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 18 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 21 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 24 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler Cruise ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 28 Oct 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 1 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 3 nights More info 4 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 7 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler Cruise ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 11 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler Cruise ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 15 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 18 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 3 nights More info 21 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 24 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 27 Nov 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 1 Dec 13 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 4 Dec 13 Golden, Andes & South America ex Los Angeles to Valparaiso 17 nights More info 4 Dec 13 Golden, Andes & Cape Horn Grand Adventure ex Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro 31 nights More info 21 Dec 13 Golden, Cape Horn Route to Rio ex Valparaiso to Rio de Janeiro 14 nights More info 4 Jan 14 Golden, Cape Horn Route to Rio ex Rio de Janeiro to Valparaiso 14 nights More info 18 Jan 14 Golden, Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan ex Valparaiso to Buenos Aires 14 nights More info 1 Feb 14 Golden, Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan ex Buenos Aires to Valparaiso 14 nights More info 15 Feb 14 Golden, Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan ex Valparaiso to Buenos Aires 14 nights More info 1 Mar 14 Golden, Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan ex Buenos Aires to Valparaiso 14 nights More info 1 Mar 14 Golden, Andes & Cape Horn Grand Adventure ex Buenos Aires to Los Angeles 31 nights More info 15 Mar 14 Golden, Andes & South America ex Valparaiso to Los Angeles 17 nights More info 1 Apr 14 Golden, Hawaii Tahiti & Sth Pacific ex Los Angeles Return 28 nights More info 29 Apr 14 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Los Angeles to Vancouver 3 nights More info 2 May 14 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Vancouver to Seattle 1 nights More info 20 Sep 14 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Seattle to Vancouver 1 nights More info 21 Sep 14 Golden, Pacific Coastal ex Vancouver to San Francisco 3 nights More info 6 Oct 14 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 3 nights More info 9 Oct 14 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 13 Oct 14 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 17 Oct 14 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 3 nights More info 20 Oct 14 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 24 Oct 14 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nights More info 3 Apr 15 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 3 nights More info 6 Apr 15 Golden, Mexico Cruise ex Los Angeles Return 10 nights More info 16 Apr 15 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 20 Apr 15 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 24 Apr 15 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Roundtrip 4 nights More info 28 Apr 15 Golden, West Coast Sampler ex Los Angeles Return 4 nights More info 2 May 15 Golden, Wine Country Coastal ex Los Angeles Return 7 nights More info 9 May 15 Golden, Coastal Cruise ex Vancouver to Seattle 1 nights More info -
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Alternative Dining Options
Enjoy a slice of Italy in Sabatini's Trattoria, the perfect place to enjoy a classic Italian meal of pizza, pasta and tiramisu. Get a taste of Santa Fe at The Painted Desert, the first southwestern-style restaurant at sea, featuring everything from margaritas to quesadillas. And the 24-hour "Horizon Court" offers breakfast and lunch buffets followed by sit-down service from a delightful menu for a casual dinner.
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Atrium
With its glass elevators, tasteful decor and central location, the lobby boasts a convenient reception desk, comfy chairs for listening to live music, and an inviting bar perfectly sited for people-watching.
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Boutiques
Our Princess specialty Boutiques offer passengers an opportunity for a wonderful duty free shopping experience while they cruise. Princess Boutiques offer unique, quality merchandise, outstanding value, and exceptional customer service in a luxurious and comfortable shopping environment.
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Calypso Reef & Pool
A visual tour of the Calypso Reef and Pool reveals many wonders: palm trees, impressive columns with colorful reliefs, graceful, curving lines and a conservatory level topped by a retractable glass dome.
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Casino
The Casino boasts various gaming tables including blackjack, roulette craps and Caribbean Stud plus lots of slots.
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Children & Teen Areas
Young children aboard Grand Princess have a supervised play center that spans two decks, with everything from games and computers to a splash pool and a pint-sized playhouse. Teens have their own outdoor deck to sun, relax in a whirlpool spa and play Ping-Pong. Indoors, their own private club includes a disco with a multi-screen video wall, a bank of the latest video games and lots of cool atmosphere.
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Children's Area
Young children aboard Grand Princess have a supervised play center that spans two decks, with everything from games and computers to a splash pool and a pint-sized playhouse.
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Explorer's Lounge
A lounge where Indiana Jones would feel at home, designed to evoke the wonders of the Far East and Africa. Explorer's Lounge offers nightly cabaret acts, singers,magicians, comedians or dancing.
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Fitness Centre
The state of the art fitness center features professional staff, weight and aerobic conditioning equipment, fitness classes, and much more!
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Hearts & Mind Wedding Chapel
Golden Princess introduces another first - the intimate "Hearts and Minds" wedding chapel for marriage and vow renewal ceremonies.
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Horizon Court
The 24-hour "Horizon Court" offers breakfast and lunch buffets followed by sit-down service from a delightful menu for a casual dinner.
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Intimate Dining Rooms
Golden Princess boasts three intimate main dining rooms, the "Da Vinci," the "Michelangelo" and the "Botticelli," featuring murals paying homage to the works of the artists.
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Lotus Spa
Pamper yourself from head to toe with a Sweedish Massage, or a relaxing facial. You'll find a full range of personalized spa and beauty services at Grand's Lotus Spa.
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Lotus Spa Pool
As you view the gorgeous Lotus Spa and pool area, notice a surprising first: a waterfall-generated pool current that provides a stimulating workout.
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Neptune's Reef & Pool
Swim and sun yourself four different ways: amidst the tropical wonder of the Caribbean, under a retractable glass dome, on a quiet stern terrace above the rolling wake, or in cruising's first swim-against-the-current pool.
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Players
Kick off the evening with cocktails in one of the ship's cozy lounges or bars. This is the perfect time to meet shipboard friends and swap stories about the afternoon's adventures.
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Princess Links
For golf enthusiasts we offer Princess Links, a nine hole putting green. On Grand Class ships, you can "play" on some of the world's best known courses in the Golf Simulators.
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Princess Theatre
The Princess Theatre is a full theatre at sea with a 36-foot proscenium arch stage, comfortable, perfect-view seating and lavish art-deco decor.
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Princess Theatre
Golden Princess proudly presents an industry first-- three separate show lounges and three different shows nightly so that you can choose what you want to see and when. Whether it's a Broadway-style musical at the Princess Theatre, a Las Vegas-style nightclub revue at the Vista Lounge, or an intimate cabaret club performance in Explorers Lounge, the choice is available every night.
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Sabatini's
Enjoy a slice of Italy in Sabatini's Trattoria, the perfect place to enjoy a classic Italian meal of pizza, pasta and tiramisu.
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Skywalker's Bar
Kick off the evening with cocktails in one of the ship's cozy lounges or bars. This is the perfect time to meet shipboard friends and swap stories about the afternoon's adventures.
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Teen Centre
Teens have their own outdoor deck to sun, relax in a whirlpool spa and play Ping-Pong. Indoors, their own private club includes a disco with a multi-screen video wall, a bank of the latest video games and lots of cool atmosphere.
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Terrace Pool
Located at the rear of the ship, the Terrace Pool offers guests a unique ocean view. You have a variety of poolside relaxation options on your Princess Cruise.
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Voyage of Discovery
The first virtual reality arcade at sea features brightly colored space pod simulators plus a galaxy of exciting cutting-edge games.
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Wheelhouse Bar
There are so many things to view in the inviting "Wheelhouse Bar." Historic ship models and paintings, leather sofas, cozy wing-back chairs, rosewood panelling, and a dazzling bar are all set off by stately white columns.
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Deck Plans & Cabins
Level Deck Plans Level 12 Aloha Deck Level 11 Baja Deck Level 10 Caribe Deck Level 09 Dolphin Deck Level 08 Emerald Deck Level 06 Fiesta Deck Level 04 Gala Deck Level 14 Lido Deck Level 05 Plaza Deck Level 07 Promenade Deck Level 17 Sky Deck Level 16 Sports Deck Level 15 Sun Deck -
Dining
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NBNB - on Sun and Dawn Princess evening dining is fixed with the choice of early (6pm) or late (8pm) sittings. Guests still have the option to book at other times at the specialty restaurants.
INTRODUCING A REVOLUTION IN CRUISE DINING
Welcome to a new dining experience in cruising. One that gives you the freedom to choose where, when, and with whom you wish to dine. On Princess, you are offered a variety of choices. In fact, on some ships there are up to nine different dining options to choose from. And, more importantly, you can select a seating option that's based on your schedule.
WHICH DINING CHOICE DO YOU PREFER?
In the main dining rooms, there are two options for dinner: Traditional Fixed Seating and Anytime DiningSM. If you enjoy the traditional option of having the same table partners and waiters throughout your cruise, select Traditional Fixed Seating. This dining option features award winning Princess cuisine and offers a choice of two seating times, 6:30 p.m. or 8:30 p.m.
When you select Anytime Dining, you choose your dining style-whether you prefer to dine alone or with newfound friends-anytime between 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. This option features the same award winning cuisine as the Traditional Fixed Seating.
Whichever dining option you choose, you'll enjoy the same delectable menus and follow the same dress code in the dining rooms each night. Traditional Fixed Seating or Anytime Dining? The choice is yours. Simply let your travel agent know your preference when you book your cruise.
AFTERNOON TEA
Enjoy the time-honored custom of afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, scones, cookies, music and whiteglove service. It's the perfect interlude between sunning and swimming out on deck and a star-studded evening at sea. Enjoy your choice of a wide selection of premium teas- from Earl Grey to your favorite herbal infusion. And of course there's coffee if you prefer. The choice is up to you.
SPECIAL DIETS
Princess is happy to meet your request for low-sodium, low-fat, low-sugar, and vegetarian diets. In addition, kosher meals (frozen entrees only) and baby food are available upon advance written request. Any other special diet requests must be authorized in advance by the Princess corporate office. Please ask your travel agent to advise Princess in writing at least four weeks before you sail of any requests for special diets to accommodate medical needs or allergies. For Exotics cruises, please advise in writing of any special dietary requirements at least two months prior. Please note that baby formula is not available onboard. Once onboard, please check with the Maître d'Hotel to confirm your request.
ONBOARD ATTIRE
Princess has made it easier than ever to know what to pack and what to wear when you're onboard. There are two designations for dress codes: if dress is Smart Casual, passengers dress as they would for a fine restaurant at home. Appropriate attire includes skirts/dresses, slacks, and sweaters or blouses for ladies and pants and openneck shirts for men. A jacket and tie is optional. In the dining room, items such as cutoff T-shirts, shorts, halter tops, and jeans are not permitted; shoes must be worn at all times. On Formal nights, appropriate attire includes evening gowns and cocktail dresses for ladies and tuxedos, slacks with dinner jackets, or suits for men. Princess offers formal wear rental on all itineraries; this can arranged prior to your cruise. See the chart below for a general evening attire schedule.
CRUISE LENGTH FORMAL SMART CASUAL
2-6 Days 1 Evening 1-5 Evenings
7-13 Days 2 Evenings 5-11 Evenings
14-20 Days 3 Evenings 11-17 Evenings
21-28 Days 4 Evenings 17-24 Evenings
29+ Days 5 Evenings minimum 24+ Evenings
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Kids Programmes
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A BOAT LOAD OF FUN
When you cruise on Princess you'll find completely equipped Youth and Teen Centers. There's everything from arts and crafts corners, games tables, movies, and splash pools to Teen Centers with ping-pong tables, juke boxes, and all the latest video games.*
Toddlers' are even offered a play area, special outdoor deck area, splash pool, and video games. Teens have their own "Off Limits" special hideouts: Cyberspace, The Fast Lane, and Wired are guaranteed to give them the time of their lives. In addition to all these features, kids on Grand and Golden Princess will also enjoy their own deck space with a whale's tail splash pool. And teens have a separate jacuzzi and deck area just for them.
All Youth and Teen Centers are fully supervised by staff of Youth Activities Coordinators.
Children are welcome on all Princess ships, but facilities vary. Pacific, Royal and Tahitian Princess do not have dedicated Youth and Teen Centers. However, when 20 or more children ages 3 to 17 are traveling on Pacific, Royal or Tahitian, they will enjoy a varied schedule of supervised activities organized by a Youth Activities Coordinator.
ADDITIONAL REMINDERS
Children under 3 are not permitted in the Youth Center unless accompanied by a parent at all times. Youth Center staff cannot administer medication, bottle feed, change diapers, or provide meal service.* Private babysitting is not available on any Princess ship. -
FAMILY CRUISING TIPS
Anytime Dining is recommended for families who want to dine together so that children may fully participate in the evening youth activities (starting at 7 p.m).
The dining alternatives aboard the ships allow parents the freedom to spend time with their children while they eat an early dinner in the pizzeria, in the 24-hour restaurant offering a special children's menu, in the stateroom with 24-hour room service, or in one of the many alternative dining locations. After taking their children to the supervised Youth Center, parents can enjoy dining on their own in the elegant dining rooms.
Many shore excursions have been selected with family cruisers in mind. Discounted rates for children and "family-friendly" activities are available to make the most of your time in port.
On embarkation day, the Princess Kids schedule for the entire cruise will be delivered to your stateroom.
Don't miss the orientation and registration meeting on the first night of your cruise. You and your children can meet the Youth Staff and learn more about the exciting shipboard programs.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Caribbean, Coral, Dawn, Diamond, Island, Golden, Grand, Regal, Sapphire, Star and Sun Princess Centers are open at sea 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 2-5 p.m.; 7 p.m.-1 a.m for children ages 3-17.**
**US$5.00 per child per hour group babysitting charge from 10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. for youth passengers ages 3-12.
Caribbean, Coral, Dawn, Diamond, Island, Golden, Grand, Regal, Sapphire, Star and Sun Princess Centers are open while in port 8 a.m.-5 p.m. without charge. A supervised, complimentary lunch service is available with parental consent.
Royal, Pacific and Tahitian Princess (Program available when 20 or more children are sailing). Activities from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.; 2 p.m.-5 p.m.; 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. while at sea. Activities in port are available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. A supervised, complimentary lunch service is available with parental consent.
JUNIOR DINING
As part of the Princess Kids program, Junior cruisers will also be able to participate in two special dinner evenings designed for each age group.
Younger passengers will enjoy dinner without parents and in the company of newfound friends and counselors in one of their ship's many eateries.
For teens, one of the two evenings will feature a special evening get-together in one of the main dining rooms, complete with group photograph and a night out to enjoy Princess' many evening offerings.
ADDITIONAL REMINDERS Children under 3 are not permitted in the Youth Center unless accompanied by a parent at all times. Youth Center staff cannot administer medication, bottle feed, change diapers, or provide meal service.* Private babysitting is not available on any Princess ship. -
PRINCESS PELICANS
Princess Pelicans, ages 3 to 7, are entertained with non-stop activities:
Arts and crafts Galley tours
Movies and cartoons
Scavenger hunts
Hall of Fame tournaments
Backstage tours Birthday parties
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PRINCESS PIRATEERS
Princess Pirateers, ages 8 to 12, are always busy with activities such as:
Arts and crafts Galley tours
Movies and cartoons
Scavenger hunts Video games
Hall of Fame tournaments
Backstage tours Birthday parties
Afternoon ice cream
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PRINCESS TEENS - OFF LIMITS
Off Limits, designed for teens ages 13 to 17, offers a wide range of activities:
Bop 'til you drop teen-only disco
The dating game
Shipboard Olympics
T-shirt painting Pizza party
Basketball tournaments
Karaoke and lip-sync shows
Casino night Video games
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