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After
a two-week drydock in Palermo, Italy, Majestic Princess has set sail with
an exciting array of new venues, reimagined spaces, and refined touches in
preparation for its 2025 Mediterranean season. Guests aboard the freshly
renovated ship will be greeted by a host of new enhanced features, including
various elevated culinary experiences and social spaces. Notable additions
include the popular O'Malley's Irish Pub, Sabatini's Italian Trattoria,
Alfredo's Slice, Salty Dog Café, Ocean Terrace Sushi Bar, Bellini's, rebranded
shopping venues, and more.
"Majestic
Princess has undergone a remarkable transformation that will introduce beloved
venues and experiences from across our fleet as it sails," said Lorna
Warren, Princess Cruises Vice President Hotel Operations and Guest Experience.
"We can't wait to welcome guests aboard for the upcoming Mediterranean
season as we celebrate our 40th anniversary of cruising in this stunning,
sought-after region."
Notable
Space Relocations and Renaming on Majestic Princess:
Deck
5
O'Malley's
Irish Pub: Classic Irish comfort food served pub-style from hearty burgers
to fish and chips and even late-night bites are paired with an extensive
beverage selection including a curated selection of beers and whiskey flights.
Live music makes this place a true gathering place where memories are made
(formerly Vines Wine Bar).
Sabatini's
Italian Trattoria: The cruise line's signature authentic Italian trattoria with
a taste of Tuscany and beyond, featuring cherished family recipes
from handmade pastas to robust sauces and rich slow-braised meats (formerly
Harmony Restaurant).
Good
Spirits At Sea: Where every drink is an experience, this bar is inspired
by the hit TV series, Good Spirits. Expert mixologists deliver live
demonstrations, immersing guests in the culture behind each hand-crafted
cocktail (replaces Piazza Bar).
The
Shops of Princess: EFFY: featuring pieces of the New York City-based
jewelry brand known for is craftsmanship and high-quality gemstones (formerly
Calypso Cove)
Confectionary: A
Victorian-style confectionary adorned with ornate jars of colorful sweets, this
shop invites you to pick and choose your favorite treats from a vast selection
of sweet delights (formerly Calypso Cove).
Deck
6
Bellini's
Cocktail Bar: A celebration of life and love fills this Bellini-inspired
cocktail bar with Italian flair as guests sip on refreshing bellinis,
hand-crafted cocktails and a carefully curated selection of wines (replaces
Good Spirits At Sea and Princess Photo Gallery).
Captains
Arcade: Featuring classic and interactive video games (formerly Churchill's
Video Arcade).
Deck
7
Ocean
Terrace Sushi Bar: A contemporary sushi bar overlooking the Piazza, sushi
lovers delight with expertly handcrafted sushi rolls, fresh nigiri or sashimi
and maki rolls (formerly Ocean Terrace Bar).
The
Shops of Princess: EFFY: In this additional space, EFFY will expand its jewelry
selection, offer bespoke consultations, and hold insightful seminars. An EFFY
Lounge will be dedicated to curating select luxury pieces (formerly Cartier).
Princess
Photo Gallery: For prints and photo downloads (formerly the Library).
Deck
16
Alfredo's
Slice: A poolside pizza lovers paradise serving authentic Neapolitan pizza
crafted from scratch and made-to-order (replaces Chopsticks Noodle & Dim
Sum Bar).
The
Salty Dog Grill: For a quick bite, this poolside grill serves cooked-to-order
favorites such as delicious burgers with house-baked buns, 100% all-beef hot
dogs, street tacos, loaded fries and more (formerly Lobster Bar & Grill).
The
3,560-guest, 143,700-ton Majestic Princess offers a premium vacation with the
line's award-winning, signature Princess MedallionClass experience which offers
unparalleled service and personalization. Guests booking can take advantage of
inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier which add popular
amenities like Wi-Fi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, crew appreciation
and more at an even greater savings of up 65% when the inclusive package
amenities are purchased separately.
After
a season of Mediterranean cruises (April – July), Majestic Princess sails
to Canada and New England (August – September) and then to the Caribbean (October
–December) to finish out the year.
For
more details about Majestic Princess and sailings into 2026 and 2027, please
visit: https://www.princess.com/en-us/ships-and-experience/ships/mj-majestic-princess.
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.
Image
Credit: © Princess Cruises
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