Princess
Cruises unveiled additional details about the
outdoor entertainment features that will be found on the top deck of
the new Royal Princess, including the dramatic SeaWalk, the pool
areas, an evening light show and a 30 percent larger Movies Under the
Stars poolside theater.
The
top deck features are detailed in the company’s latest video
previewing Royal Princess, viewable at princess.com/royalprincess.
“We’re
placing even more emphasis on our outdoor entertainment options with
this new ship,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises executive
vice president. “With all of these exciting features on the top
decks, passengers will truly enjoy their time under the sun – or
stars.”
Among
the new top-deck features of Royal Princess are:
Sea
Walk – Extending 28 feet beyond the starboard side of the ship, the
SeaWalk will be one of the ship’s most striking features. At 60
feet long and hovering 128 feet above the ocean, this dramatic
glass-bottomed walkway offers unparalleled views available on no
other ship. Just as the captain on the bridge can look through glass
panels in the floor of the bridge to get a look at the sea conditions
below, passengers will now have that same sense of stepping out from
the side of the ship for a breathtaking experience. Across the ship
the SeaView Bar also extends over the waves for cocktails with
unbeatable vistas.
Fresh
Water Pools – Directly adjacent to the SeaWalk on the ship’s
expansive top deck area passengers will find a host of lounging
options, beautiful palm trees, and two fresh water pools flanking an
island area between them. During the day passengers can relax and
rejuvenate poolside in a variety of seating options, including
circular loungers, garden-style furniture, bar-height tables and
stools, and chaise lounges. In the pool areas, entertainment options
will include games and live
music inspired by the ship’s ports of call.
Water
and Light Show – At night, the top deck of Royal Princess will
transform with architectural lighting effects to set the mood. The
island area between the two pools will become a stage showcasing an
interactive sound and light show featuring dancing fountains. With a
sophisticated lighting and sound system, and a computerized fountain
featuring 85 water jets, passengers will marvel as streams of water
shoot 33 feet into the night sky.
Movies
Under the Stars – Princess’ signature poolside theater will
feature a 30 percent larger screen for true widescreen viewing,
coupled with a high-tech visual and audio system for an unforgettable
open-air movie-going experience. Passengers can enjoy movies,
sporting events, and concerts while relaxing on a comfortable chaise
lounge, complete with pillow, blanket, and free popcorn. For those
who’d like to watch from the water, the ship’s large whirlpool
spas above the pools offer great sightlines for enjoying Movies Under
the Stars while soaking.
Evening
Entertainment – On select evenings, the island will be transformed
into an outdoor dance floor
and will play host to the popular Ultimate Deck Party. Perched two
decks up on a special balcony, a DJ will get the crowd moving with an
energetic music mix.
The
3,600-passenger Royal Princess is a new-generation ship currently
under construction for Princess Cruises. Among the special
features found on board will be a greatly expanded atrium, the social
hub of the ship; a dramatic over-water SeaWalk, a top-deck
glass-bottomed walkway extending more than 28 feet beyond the edge of
the vessel; plush private poolside cabanas that appear to be
floating on
the water;
the new Princess Live! television studio; a pastry shop; a special
Chef’s Table Lumiere, a private dining experience that surrounds
diners in a curtain of light; and balconies on all outside
staterooms. The ship’s 2013 maiden season will include cruises on
the line’s signature Grand Mediterranean itinerary throughout the
summer, followed by Eastern Caribbean
cruises beginning
in the
fall.
