New Shows, Holiday Parties, Tree Lighting,
Seasonal Entertainment All Part of New Holidays at Sea Program
Aboard Conde Nast Traveler's #1 Mega Cruise
Ship
Newly Launched "ArtBeat a Happy Heart by
Britto" Adds to Entertainment Lineup
FT.
LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 13,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The newly launched Sun
Princess brings an exciting lineup of first-ever holiday
experiences to the high seas, transforming its decks into a festive
paradise for the season. As the latest and most impressive addition
to the Princess Cruises fleet, Sun Princess celebrates its
inaugural holiday season with dazzling décor, immersive shows,
exclusive family activities and beloved holiday traditions
reimagined at sea.
Recently recognized as #1 in Mega
Cruise in the United States
in the annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards,
the next-level Sun Princess is the ultimate destination to
celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah and New Year's in grand
style with loved ones. With vibrant seasonal touches and unique
activities debuting exclusively between
November 30 and January 3, Holidays at Sea promises an
extraordinary adventure for families, couples, and friends
alike.
"Our team has created a lineup of magical holiday experiences
you won't find anywhere else," said Becky
Thomson Foley, Princess Head
of Global Entertainment. "Whether you're planning a memorable
escape this year or looking ahead to the 2025 holiday season,
immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, as at Princess,
entertainment really does happen all around you."
Tree Lighting Celebration, Santa Claus & More in the
Stunning Piazza
Each cruise kicks off with a brand new,
unforgettable Tree Lighting Celebration in the ship's breathtaking
Piazza. Led by the Cruise Director, this spectacular light show
brings holiday wishes to life, featuring a talented cast of singers
and dancers, a special appearance by Stanley the Bear, and a guest
selected to light the ship's grand Christmas tree – the largest
ever featured on a Princess ship. With twinkling lights and festive
music, this dazzling spectacle will set the mood for an
extraordinary holiday journey.
For the first time ever, guests can interact with the ship's
adorable "Polar Pals," enchanting animal puppets designed to
delight kids of all ages. Inspired by the Northern Lights, these
playful reindeer, penguin and polar bear characters roam the
Piazza, engaging guests in memorable moments that bring a touch of
winter magic to the tropics.
Guests young and old who believe in the spirit of jolly Old
Saint Nick gather in the Piazza to eagerly follow the Santa tracker
as he heads toward Sun Princess and makes his way on board for
plenty of stories, music and photo opportunities throughout the
voyage.
More Holiday Entertainment and Activities for All
Ages
Princess World Orchestra – A Jazz Era Holiday
Tribute: Step into the golden glitz of the Jazz Era as the
Princess World Orchestra brings seasonal classics to life in a
sophisticated holiday cabaret.
Holly Jolly Sweater Party: Guests are invited to don
their most festive sweaters - or their most outrageous holiday
outfits - and hit the dance floor. The DJ will be spinning an
upbeat mix of holiday tunes, setting the perfect backdrop for
guests to showcase their holiday spirit and celebrate in style.
Stanley, the New Elf's Daily Hide and Seek: Princess's
adorable mascot, Stanley the Bear, dons his green elf suit for the
season. Each day, guests can follow clues announced on the Wake
Show to track down Stanley's latest hiding spot. It's a playful
holiday adventure for all ages. Who knows where he'll turn up
next?!?
Holiday Trivia, Competitions and Holiday Movies: From
holiday movie marathons on the Movies Under the Stars screen to
holiday-themed game shows, the cruise staff has a lineup of fun
holiday activities to test guests' knowledge of seasonal
traditions, Highlights include a Dreidel Spin-Off in the Piazza, as
well as game shows covering everything from Christmas customs to
New Year's trivia!
Religious Services
Sun Princess also offers a
welcoming seasonal religious services, including:
- Hanukkah Candle Lighting and Services
- Christmas Eve Protestant Service
- Christmas Eve Catholic
Service
- Interdenominational Christmas and Church Services
Festive Holiday Menus and Signature Cocktails
From a
perfectly roasted Thanksgiving turkey with all the trimmings to
Hanukkah latkes and Christmas prime rib, the Princess culinary team
serves up an array of memorable holiday meals. Whether guests dine
in the main dining room, specialty restaurants or casual eateries,
the holiday spirit will be on full display, including letting the
Princess team take care of securing all of the key ingredients,
preparation, set up, cooking and cleaning.
To complete the experience, Princess mixologists are serving up
holiday-themed cocktails and mocktails. Try "The Jingle," a
cranberry vodka infusion, or "Charm," a pecan-spiced delight – both
perfect for toasting the season.
Ring in 2025 with a Toast & a Kiss on The Love
Boat
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style on The Love Boat—be
sure to pack sequins, bow ties and dancing shoes as Sun Princess
transforms into the ultimate party venue. The decks will come alive
with music, décor and dancing all leading up to a spectacular
countdown complete with noise makers, the Sun Princess Band and a
Champagne toast to ring in 2025.
While Sun Princess exclusively offers the new Holidays at Sea
program, all Princess ships in the fleet will celebrate the
holidays in style, decked with holiday décor, festive activities,
special menus, themed drinks and more, ensuring the magic of the
season touches every corner of the Princess family.
New Show: ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto
In addition
to the holiday celebrations, ArtBeat on Sun Princess has
re-launched as "ArtBeat a Happy Heart by Britto," now featuring the
iconic art of Romero Britto (who
also has his namesake Love by Britto restaurant onboard Sun
Princess). The reimagined show, in collaboration with Cirque
Eloize, celebrates the vibrant art of Romero Britto, whose bold colors and playful
patterns bring joy and energy to every scene. The story follows
Sketch, a passionate artist who finds inspiration in a colorful
cast of characters, creating a masterpiece that embodies the spirit
of love and creativity
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess
(1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
Princess Cruises is The Love
Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream
vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after
destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service
personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class
ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand
performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment,
luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities
blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create
meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most
incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera,
Europe, South America, Australia/New
Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia,
Canada/New
England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is
part of Carnival Corporation & plc
(NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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