Does Princess have smaller ships?

For those who prefer a more intimate setting, the Pacific Princess is a smaller ship in the Princess Cruises fleet that offers a more personalized experience. This ship has just 338 staterooms and can accommodate up to 670 guests, making it a great option for travelers who prefer a smaller ship atmosphere.



Yes, while Princess Cruises is known for its massive "Royal" and "Sphere" class vessels, it does operate smaller ships that offer a more intimate atmosphere. The "Coral Class" ships, such as the Coral Princess and Island Princess, are significantly smaller than their mega-ship counterparts, carrying around 2,000 passengers. These ships were specifically designed to fit through the original locks of the Panama Canal, making them ideal for specialized itineraries that larger ships cannot navigate. Furthermore, the "Grand Class" ships like the Grand Princess provide a mid-sized experience compared to the newest 4,000+ passenger giants like the Sun Princess. While Princess retired its smallest "R-Class" ships (like the Pacific Princess) recently, the remaining smaller vessels are favored by loyal cruisers who prefer shorter walk times between decks and a more traditional, nautical feel.

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The big difference between the line's three classes of ships is the size of the vessels in the classes. If you're a fan of big ships, you'll want to gravitate to the new Royal Class vessels. If you like your cruise ships more intimate, you'll probably want to steer to the Grand Class or Coral Class vessels.

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Small ships are generally considered cruise ships carrying less than 1000 passengers. Celebrity Xpedition, carries only 92 passengers, weighing 2329 tons, with even lighter ships such as Star Clipper and Star Flyer, of the Star Clippers' fleet, weighing in at ust 2,298 tons.

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A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess offers millions of guests each year the opportunity to immerse themselves in top destinations around the globe, aboard a fleet of 15 modern vessels.

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In 2005, Seabourn Spirit was about 100 miles off the coast of Somalia when pirates fired AK-47 machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades in an attempt to highjack the ship. They failed. An April 2008 pirate attack on Le Ponant, a French luxury sailing vessel, was more successful.

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