New Cheery Cocktails, Decked Out Decks,
Culinary Collection of Holiday Menus and Favorite Festive Events
Await at Sea
FT.
LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 20,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The magic of the holiday
season is making its way to the Princess Cruises fleet to surprise
and delight guests with festive experiences from new cocktails and
holiday décor to special menus and favorite-themed events that are
sure to deliver a memorable and joyful experience for all.
"Princess truly delivers a holiday spectacular, creating a warm
atmosphere that feels like the perfect home away from home for our
guests to simply relax and take in all of the distinctive moments
of the season, without the stress of entertaining," said
Sami Kohen, vice president of food
and beverage, Princess Cruises. "From new specialty cocktails or
warm cocoa to holiday favorite movies and even a tree lighting
ceremony with falling snow, it's easy to get into the holiday
spirit at sea with Princess."
Eat, Drink and Be Merry!
Guests looking for some
holiday cheer with a special cocktail have several festive options
to choose from to toast to their memories of the past year, while
looking towards a new one. Princess bartenders are stirring up
several new drinks, including:
- Autumn Elixir: Grey Goose, St Germain, orange Juice,
apple Juice and sugar syrup, garnished with pomegranate and
thyme
- Charm with Pecan: Zacapa rum, Crème de cacao dark,
Kahlua and cream, garnished with crushed pecan and star anise
- Pumpkin Spice Martini: Elyx vodka, Bacardi spiced rum,
pumpkin puree, sugar syrup and pumpkin spice syrup, garnished with
graham cracker around the rim and cinnamon powder
- The Jingle: Grey Goose White Peach and Rosemary Vodka,
Kahlua, pomegranate syrup, fresh lemon juice, cranberry juice and
ginger beer, garnished with cranberries and marshmallows
In addition, the new "I Love this Martini" menu, crafted
in partnership with Diageo and Filthy® Premium Mixers &
Garnishes, is now available across the fleet. The menu features
all-time favorites, plus new twists like the Black Cherry Espresso
Martini, made with Ketel One Vodka, Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur,
Filthy® Black Cherry Syrup, and topped with Filthy® Black
Cherries.
Princess has also announced a new partnership with The
Macklowe Whiskey, the first luxury American single malt whiskey
from creator Julie Macklowe and will
feature the premium spirit on menus in time for holiday sailings.
Using The Macklowe Kentucky Edition, Gold Bottle, delicious drinks
will be shaken, stirred, poured, neat and garnished to perfection,
in Gold Fashioned style.
A host of gourmet dining options and traditional go-to's will be
served up again this season with Princess' signature Culinary
Collection of Holiday Menus, created by world-renowned Chef
Rudi Sodamin leading the Princess
culinary arts team. Menu items include a five-course Thanksgiving
feast, the meaningful and fun foods of Hanukkah, delectable
Christmas dishes from the traditions around the world, and conclude
with a sparkling New Year's Gala menu.
Festive Sprinkles of Joy
From evergreens adorning the
decks to sparkling Christmas trees in the Piazzas, guests are
treated to a host of holiday festivities including:
- Holiday Wishes Variety Show
- Hannukah Services and Menorah Lighting
- Ugly Holiday Sweater Competition
- Lighting of the Lights Ceremony to turn on the tree lights and
start the snow falling machines complete with hot chocolate, mulled
wine and eggnog
- Family Gingerbread House Making Competition, judged by the
Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, Captain and Entertainment
Director
- Holiday Family Movie Nights, featuring favorites like "Elf," "A
Christmas Story" and "The Grinch"
- Holiday Caroling in the Piazza
- Santa's Arrival and Gift Giving
- Pajama Breakfast with Stanley
- Twas the Night Before Christmas Reading, where kids are
encouraged to wear their PJs and enjoy hot chocolate
- Interdenominational Church Services, led by guest volunteers or
onboard teammates
Countdown to 2024 … 10, 9, 8 …!
After a Gala Dinner in
the main dining rooms, guests sailing over New Year's will ring in
2024 with a festive countdown party in the Piazza, complete with a
Champagne toast! A posh "Dom Perignon Lounge" vibe takes over the
Wheelhouse Bar for revelers looking to sing, dance and enjoy a chic
celebration.
Holiday cruises are still available, starting as low as
$548 per person:
- December 1: 15-Day Southeast Asia
& Japan (Tokyo to Singapore) on Diamond Princess
- December 4: 15-Day Hawaiian
Islands on Discovery Princess
- December 10: 7-Day Western
Caribbean with Mexico on Regal
Princess
- December 10: 7-Day Eastern
Caribbean with Puerto Rico on
Caribbean Princess
- December 17: 10-Day Eastern
Caribbean with Tortola Holiday on Caribbean Princess
- December 20: 10-Day Panama Canal
with Costa Rica & Caribbean
Holiday on Ruby Princess
- December 22: 16-Day Hawaiian
Islands Holiday on Crown Princess
- December 23: 7-Day Western
Caribbean with Mexico Holiday on Sky Princess
Cruisers wishing to book a holiday voyage are encouraged to
contact a professional travel advisor, call 1-800-Princess
(1-800-774-6237) or visit 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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