Princess Cruise Lines Reviews

• Not all onboard amenities included in cruise rate
• High-capacity ships can usher in heavy crowds and longer lines dining venues
• Shore excursions can be pricey

On Board

Princess targets a wide range of traveler types, including families, solo travelers and couples in their 30s, 40s and 50s. On longer voyages on smaller ships you're more likely to find older cruisers and fewer families. Meanwhile, voyages during the summer months and winter holidays tend to usher in children and multigenerational groups. All but two ships — Pacific Princess and Ocean Princess — host kids clubs. Regardless of your selected itinerary, you'll likely be cruising with an American crowd.

On Shore

While visiting each port, you can explore on your own or participate in a tour offered by Princess' affiliated operators. Possible excursions include snorkeling in Bora Bora or taking a glacier cruise in Anchorage, Alaska. Tour options change according to itinerary and location and availability is contingent on weather conditions ...