Photo credit: Princess Cruises. Star Princess.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nDuring these final sea trials from 9 to 12 August, Star Princess departed the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, for the Adriatic Sea, where the vessel completed a comprehensive series of tests, including steering, navigation systems, and propulsion. As the second ship in the Princess fleet powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), Star Princess represents a significant step forward in reducing emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To optimise both power efficiency and manoeuvrability, the vessel is fitted with two Azipod propulsion units, providing 360-degree thrust for both forward and reverse movement, along with four large controllable pitch bow thrusters, enabling precise lateral manoeuvring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Currently under final construction at Fincantieri, the 177,800-ton, 4,300-guest Star Princess – sister to Sun Princess will feature 30 dining and bar venues, elevated entertainment and activity offerings, and accommodations, including Sanctuary Collection suites, mini-suites and balcony rooms, each offering a private getaway with exclusive amenities, spaces and rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With over 1,500 balcony staterooms, guests will enjoy panoramic views from the privacy of their rooms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Standout venues include The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space; The Arena, Princess’ most technologically advanced theater yet; The Piazza, the architectural centerpiece of the ship with its dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping ocean vistas; and Spellbound by Magic Castle, the captivating speakeasy experience born from a collaboration with the famed Hollywood icon, The Magic Castle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Star Princess will debut with an inaugural season featuring sailings to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Panama Canal, and Alaska. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Voyages are available for booking now at Star Princess Cruise Ship \u2014 Ship Information<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"SINGAPORE, 18 August 2025: Princess Cruises’ second Sphere-Class ship, the Star Princess, currently under build at the Fincantieri shipyard, has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of its sea trials. The ship is on track to welcome its first guests on 4 October 2025, sailing the scenic Mediterranean from Barcelona. During these final […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":255139,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3659,246],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-255138","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-cruises","8":"category-singapore"},"yoast_head":"\n
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