Sapphire Princess - Cruise Line Fans: Cruise Forum, Reviews and Chat From Real Cruisers

jstducky · 10-27-2005, 08:26 PM

Grand Class
Sister Ships: Caribbean Princess, Crown Princess, Diamond Princess, Golden Princess, Grand Princess and Star Princess

Maiden Voyage: 5/16/2004
Builder: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Shipyard, Nagasaki, Japan

Gross Tonnage: 113,000

Passenger Capacity: 2600
Crew Capacity: 1099

Number of decks: 14

Ship description: The Sapphire Princess exemplifies the Princess standard of Personal Choice Cruising, allowing guests to experience traditional seatings in main dining rooms and the option to dine whenever, wherever, and with whomever they like in an abundance of fine restaurants. The Asian-themed Lotus Spa will pamper you with massage therapy, while kids play at the Fun Zone. Lounge on the Lido Deck, where you can dive into the pool or grab a snack at Trident Grill. When night falls, dance amidst 42 high-definition video screens in Club Fusion, and test your luck in the jungle-themed casino. With over 750 balcony staterooms, this superliner also offers an abundance of stunning views.

Official Princess information page: http://www.princess.com/ships/sa/index.html

jstducky · 10-27-2005, 08:29 PM

pictures can be viewed at the following link:

http://www.webshots.com/search?query...ch_results_top

jstducky · 11-01-2005, 09:32 PM

Princess' official picture...

cruisin' chick · 11-13-2005, 06:06 PM

The Sapphire's Calypso Pool is under a retractable roof. Very nice for when the weather conditions do not lend itself to swimming in an outdoor setting. We always have traditional dining; on the Sapphire, the International Dining Room is reserved for traditional dining.

cruisin' chick · 11-13-2005, 06:24 PM

Here's what the Fun Zone looks like:

cruisin' chick · 11-13-2005, 06:27 PM

Well, they were having fun until 5pm rolled around!!

PagodaSwan · 11-15-2005, 02:54 PM

Sapphire Princess Staterooms

PagodaSwan · 11-15-2005, 02:55 PM

Grand Suite
Grand Suite GS features a queen-sized bed, separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. The suite also includes a private bathroom with whirlpool corner tub and multi-directional brass-fitting shower, walk-in closet, dining area, personal computer, two televisions, refrigerator, and a wet bar. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 924-sq.-ft. suite with 405-sq.-ft. balcony.

Owner's Suite
Owner's Suite OS features two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. The suite also includes a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator with wet bar. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 530-sq.-ft. suite with 162-sq.-ft. balcony.

Penthouse Suite
Penthouse Suites PH feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. Suites also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator with wet bar. Additional amenities include evening bed turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 393-sq.-ft. suite with 162-sq.-ft. balcony.

Premium Suite
Premium Suites PS feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. Suites also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator with wet bar. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 572- to 706-sq.-ft. suite, including balcony.

PagodaSwan · 11-15-2005, 02:56 PM

Vista Suite
Vista Suites VS feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator with wet bar. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 518- to 548-sq.-ft. suite including balcony.

Family Suite
Family Suites XS feature a connecting mini-suite and balcony stateroom. Each stateroom includes two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a private balcony, private bathroom with shower, spacious closet, TV, refrigerator, evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. In addition, the mini-suite offers a tub in the bathroom, sitting area with sofa bed and desk, and a walk-in closet. Approximately 613-sq.-ft. suite, including balcony.

Mini-Suite
Mini-Suites AA feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 290-sq.-ft. suite with 64-sq.-ft. balcony.

Mini-Suite
Mini-Suites AB feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 290-sq.-ft. suite with 64-sq.-ft. balcony.

PagodaSwan · 11-15-2005, 02:57 PM

Mini-Suite
Mini-Suites AC feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 290-sq.-ft. suite with 64-sq.-ft. balcony.

Mini-Suite
Mini-Suites AD feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 290-sq.-ft. suite with 64-sq.-ft. balcony.

Mini-Suite
Mini-Suites AE feature two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, a separate living area with sofa bed, and a private balcony. They also include a private bathroom with tub and shower, walk-in closet, desk, two televisions, and a refrigerator. Additional amenities include evening turndown service, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoos and soaps, a minisafe, radio, and a hairdryer. Approximately 290-sq.-ft. suite with 64-sq.-ft. balcony.