With more than 5,800 square feet of retail space spanning two decks, guests can explore a selection of more than 200 premium brands. From fine jewelry and premium timepieces to fashion and leisure wear, beauty and wellness, and accessories, all fused with an evolving blend of lifestyle and experiential activations.

Sun Princess will also introduce more than 25 first-at-sea brands, including Chanel No. 1, Beyond Yoga and Varley, sustainable fashion from Neu Nomad, and Italian elegance with Pinko handbags. In addition, the first Princess-branded merchandise boutique – Waves – debuts on board, offering an exclusive limited Princess Inaugural collection that celebrates the iconic new ship as well as new lines featuring the Princess Seawitch.

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“This expansive retail environment, created in partnership with Harding+, marks a new level of excellence for Princess retail,” said Sabine Muhlberger, vice president of onboard revenue experience at Princess Cruises. “Our guests are going to love this new and unique shopping experience that will enhance the already spectacular cruise experience aboard Sun Princess.”

The retail design aboard Sun Princess removes traditional boundaries, creating open and spacious areas for extended discovery. Interactive retail and pop-up locations will also add an engaging and exciting retail experience. 

Deck 8 features The Premium Watch Lounge, featuring the first-at-sea Breitling Lounge concept and the latest TAG Heuer boutique design, as well as The Fine Timepieces Boutique, which features a selection of signature timepieces for both men and women from Longines, Rado, Tissot, Hamilton, in addition to pre-owned Rolex watches.

Within The Beauty & Wellness Boutique on Deck 8 guests will find the world’s top cosmetic and skincare brands, such as Chanel, Dior, Lancôme, Estee Lauder, Clinique, and a curated range of sustainable and organic skincare brands including Comfort Zone, Neom Organics, This Works, Rituals and unisex clean skincare by REN Skincare.

The innovative shipboard world-class shopping experience also includes:

• Professional-grade skincare education, products, and services from Chanel, Dermalogica and Prai Beauty

• Three new fine jewelry brands, including the award-winning London-based jewelry designer Shaun Leane and Parisian-based jewelry designer Yvonne Leon, as well as a diverse selection of gender-neutral precious metals and materials from John Hardy and costume jewelry featuring the latest retail store concept design from Swarovski

• Fine Spirits offers onboard experiences like Johnnie Walker Blue Xordinaireas a travel retail exclusive 

Engaging pop-ups with interactive brand displays, include designer eyewear activations from brands like Tom Ford, Prada, Oakley, and Maui Jim, pre-loved luxury leather and accessories from Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Gucci, and Pandora Jewelry.

Inaugural 2024 Sun Princess cruises to the Mediterranean, Europe and the Caribbean are on sale now. More ship information can be found at Princess Cruises.

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I had the pleasure of sailing on the Discovery Princess for a six-day cruise from Vancouver to Los Angeles in October. During my trip, I was invited to Princess Cruises 360 dining, which promised a Mediterranean-inspired and immersive seven-course culinary experience with various tastes, sights, sounds, touches, and fragrances. It is the most exceptional dining experience offered by the cruise line.

My Princess Cruises 360 dining experience began just before seven, outside the International Café where we took some photos in front of a 360-degree backdrop. Upon arrival, I met Johannes, our host who offered me a delicious 360 cocktail. The seating capacity was limited to 20 guests, and once everyone had arrived, he escorted us to a private circular dining room at the back of Sabatini’s restaurant.

As we dined at the round table, the large LED screens behind us displayed a synchronized story, along with imagery, music, scents, cuisine, and stunning visual films throughout the dinner. 

We began at sunset with Greek Mezze. Mini handmade pita rounds with traditional tzatziki yogurt sauce of cucumber, dill, and mint. Followed by grilled octopus marinated with olive oil, crushed garlic, herbs, and smoked paprika and served with fresh Greek Manouri Parnassos cheese, pickled red onion, and feta cheese.

Our next stop in Italy began with famed mozzarella di bufala, heirloom tomatoes, basil leaves, balsamic reduction, and basil oil. We then enjoyed fresh, thin spaghetti tossed in oven-roasted lemon sauce with lemon zest and Italian parsley.

The culinary traditions of Spain came alive with their very best cured meats – Pata Negra and Serrano hams and Chorizo – together with Pan can Tomate, crisp toast topped with juicy tomatoes, the signature tapa of Catalan. 

Afterwards, a plate of grilled fillet of beef, fried eggplant, roasted baby carrots, dressed in a demi-glaze, and truffle butter partner with grilled shrimp.

During the evening, I was offered wines from each of the regions we visited. Plus, witness stunning 360-degree views of the Mediterranean while listening to the knowledge of local artisans and purveyors regarding the ingredients used in each dish. The 4K cinematography images that were projected onto the table in front of me changed to match each scene and some scenes even offered interactive features along with narration by Brooke Shields.

This unforgettable culinary adventure immersed me in the captivating cultures and flavours of the Mediterranean. The dinner lasted for 90 minutes and was a celebration of the senses that I will always cherish. 

For your next cruise, I highly recommend booking either the Discovery Princess or the Enchanted Princess. The Princess Cruise 360 dining world-class experience on either ship is sure to create cherished vacation memories that will last a lifetime.

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