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Star Princess to feature expanded dining, casino areas
Princess Cruises has revealed some new features coming to Star Princess, its second Sphere Class ship set to debut in late 2025.
A replica of sister ship Sun Princess, Star Princess will offer several unique enhancements, including more non-smoking casino areas, as well as expanded dining venues.
The 4,300-guest, 178,000-ton Star Princess is the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess fleet and will also be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Princess will also have key features like The Dome, the first geodesic dome at sea, and The Sphere, a glass-enclosed Piazza at the heart of the ship.
“After the overwhelming response to Sun Princess, we are excited to debut sister ship, Star Princess, with added enhancements,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. ”
New highlights coming to Star Princess:
Expanded Non-Smoking Casino Areas: Gaming enthusiasts who prefer a smoke-free environment will enjoy 68 additional slot machines in newly designated non-smoking sections.
O’Malley’s Irish Pub Expansion:Â Adding 32 more seats, this popular venue will accommodate more guests looking to enjoy traditional Irish food and live music.
Expanded Love by Britto: This exclusive, art-inspired dining venue, a collaboration between artist Romero Britto and Chef Rudi Sodamin, will add 20 more seats.
SkyDeck Sports Court & Track: A new sports court for pickleball and basketball, with a jogging track, splash pad, and shaded areas for relaxation.
Star Princess houses 2,157 staterooms, including 80 suites, 123 mini suites, more than 1,000 balcony cabins, plus 100 connecting rooms.
The Sanctuary Collection offers exclusive access to the ship’s top deck retreat area, along with a host of additional amenities.
Available to guests in suites, mini suites and 12 deluxe balcony cabins, these perks include exclusive private dining and relaxation areas.
Star Princess will sail her inaugural season in the Caribbean before repositioning to Alaska in spring 2026.
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