What's New on the Coral Princess:
Universe Lounge -- Split over two decks, this state-of-the-art lounge was designed to facilitate a diverse slate of entertainment options from Princess production shows to movie screenings. The lounge will also be home to Princess' new ScholarShip @ Sea program of enrichment classes. Featuring the latest in lighting technology, digital surround sound and video systems, the venue can accommodate up to three revolving stages with integrated lifts and giant projection screens. Flexible seating and staging options allow for full-blown Vegas-style reviews for an audience of more than 400, or intimate classroom-style demonstrations for a group of 50 or less. High-tech capabilities include three giant screens with high-definition projection, full television production capabilities, a working demonstration kitchen set, and network plug-ins for up to 50 laptop computers. An infrared headset system is available to assist the hearing impaired.
ScholarShip @ Sea Program -- Ceramics, web design, and the fundamentals of Italian cooking are just a few of the topics offered by Princess' onboard experts in this innovative new program. Visual, creative and culinary arts, computer skills and health and finance-related issues form the core of a unique curriculum designed to enhance the cruise experience of Princess passengers. Each cruise will feature a slate of up to 20 courses, with six options offered each sea day.
Bayou Café -- Passengers can enjoy traditional Cajun- and Creole-influenced food and live jazz in the first New Orleans-themed restaurant at sea. With a look and feel straight out of the French Quarter, diners will delight in such delicacies as peel-and-eat shrimp, alligator ribs, gumbos and jambalaya, not to mention the obligatory bevy of exotic cocktails. Cover charge ($8) includes complimentary hurricane cocktail.
Balconies -- With 753, Coral Princess offers the most staterooms with balconies of any ship in the Princess fleet. Approximately 85 percent of the ship's cabins are outside, and 85 percent of these feature Princess' trademark balconies.
Crooners -- In a Princess first, passengers can relive the feeling of the 1950s and ‘60s in this retro martini bar featuring music and décor in the spirit of the "Rat Pack" crooners era.
Churchill's -- Another new Princess feature, this classic lounge evokes the ambiance of an English gentleman's club, offering a cozy space for enjoying spirits and cigars. Aficionados will appreciate the custom humidor and call-button bar service from Crooners bar next door.
Gas turbine engines -- Coral Princess' unique gas turbine/diesel enviro-engine combination has proven to be both highly efficient and environmentally sound, creating lower exhaust emissions and minimal oil waste. The new gas turbines are installed in the funnel, freeing additional space for the ship's wide range of public rooms and onboard facilities. In addition, the engine design results in significantly lower levels of noise and vibration, enhancing the comfort of all guests.
