Princess Cruises' 2,600-guest vessel, Star Princess, has received a multi-million pound renovation. After a two-week dry dock, the refurbished ship now boasts improvements including redesigned youth centres, a wider choice of shopping, an enhanced spa and an updated fitness centre.

The ship is currently sailing the Hawaiian Islands on 15 night round trip itineraries from Los Angeles and Vancouver, before she moves to Alaska in May 2018.

The onboard kids' club has been redesigned in partnership with the Discovery Channel and renamed 'Camp Discovery'. As with a wider roll-out taking place across the Princess fleet, there are three new youth centres that each have their own theme:

·        The Treehouse (formerly Pelicans, ages 3-7): forest and animals
·        The Lodge (formerly Shockwaves, ages 8-12): inspired by the outdoors
·        The Beach House (formerly Remix, ages 13-17): surf-themed lounge

The onboard salon and treatments rooms have been upgraded while the fitness centre includes updated equipment.

A greater retail choice is available, with a more modernised cosmetic & fragrance shop as well as a new fine Jewellery shop, Effy. The main retail outlets have some of the latest products on their shelves including Under Armour athletic wear.

All 1,300 staterooms have had the line's signature Princess luxury beds and linens fitted.

Sabatini's Italian Trattoria, Princess' signature speciality restaurant, has a refreshed menu and décor while the casino has upgraded machines and tables.

New carpet and upholstery can be found throughout the vessel while the Princess livery is now on the ship's hull.

Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises' president, said “Star Princess now offers many of the signature product innovations our guests have come to love, including the Princess luxury bed, Camp Discovery and a revamped Sabatini's. These enhancements continue our £330 million multi-year ship renovation campaign, 'Come Back New Promise', enhancing our onboard guest experience.”

Star Princess will be based in Hawaii for the next four months. A 15-night Hawaiian Islands Cruise, round trip from Los Angeles, on Star Princess is available from £1714 per person*. Departing November 4, 2018, ports of call include Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai (Nawiliwili), Maui (Lahaina) and Ensenada. To book visit www.princess.com, call 0344 338 8663 or contact your local travel agent.

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Notes to Editors
*Fare price based on two people sharing an inside stateroom, with transfers, one night pre cruise hotel stay and return flights from London.

About Princess Cruises
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 17 modern cruise ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided with the experience of exceptional customer service. As the world's largest international premium cruise brand, Princess carries two million guests each year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150 itineraries ranging in length from three to 114 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).

For further information contact:
Rachel Vane - rachel.vane@princesscruises.co.uk / 02380 656754