Princess Cruises is adding new Christmas and Hanukkah experiences to their newest and largest ship, Sun Princess.
Sun Princess is currently sailing from Port Everglades offering week-long cruises to the Caribbean. Starting on November 30, the holidays will kick into full gear all around the ship.
Every cruise will kick off with a Christmas tree lightning ceremony with the largest Christmas tree featured on any Princess cruise ship. It will be lead by a cast of singers and dancers and a guest will be selected to light the tree.
Religious services will also be held on the ship, they include:
- Hanukkah Candle Lighting and Services
- Christmas Eve Protestant Service
- Christmas Eve Catholic Service
- Interdenominational Christmas and Church Services
Special Events
Princess World Orchestra – A Jazz Era Holiday Tribute: Step into the golden glitz of the Jazz Era as the Princess World Orchestra brings seasonal classics to life in a holiday cabaret.
Holly Jolly Sweater Party: Guests are invited to don their most festive sweaters, or their most outrageous holiday outfits.
Stanley, the New Elf’s Daily Hide and Seek: Princess’ mascot, Stanley the Bear, will don his green elf suit for the season. Each day, guests can follow clues announced on the Wake Show to track down Stanley’s latest hiding spot.
Holiday Trivia, Competitions and Holiday Movies: From holiday movie marathons on the Movies Under the Stars screen to holiday-themed game shows, guests can test their knowledge of seasonal traditions.
Highlights will include a Dreidel Spin-Off in the Piazza, as well as game shows covering everything from Christmas customs to New Year’s trivia.
For the first time ever, guests can interact with the ship’s “Polar Pals,” animal puppets designed to delight kids of all ages.
Inspired by the Northern Lights, these playful reindeer, penguin and polar bear characters roam the Piazza, engaging guests in memorable moments that bring a touch of winter magic.
Becky Thomson Foley, Princess Head of Global Entertainment, said the following:
“Our team has created a lineup of magical holiday experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re planning a memorable escape this year or looking ahead to the 2025 holiday season, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, as at Princess, entertainment really does happen all around you.”
