Emerald Princess

Whether you prefer the traditional dining of set times at the same table each evening, or flexible dining so you decide when and where you eat, this ship accommodates for every taste. The three main dining rooms are Botticelli, Da Vinci and Michelangelo, each serving the same gourmet menu which changes daily. Guests may also opt to dine in the Horizon Court buffet which offers an ever-changing selection of favourite dishes in a relaxed environment. If you get peckish during the daytime then you can always make your way to Trident Grill for hot dogs and burgers, the pizzeria, ice-cream bar or the International Cafe which is open round the clock. 24-hour room service is also free of charge.

For a small cover charge you can choose from the speciality restaurants on-board including the Crown Grill, which serves up steak and salads, the Salty Dog Gastropub, the Crab Shack and Ultimate Balcony Dining which offers a romantic evening of food served on the privacy of your very own balcony. Chef Curtis Stone has also launched his first restaurant at sea, SHARE, which offers a six-course fine dining experience.

Emerald Princess has an array of stateroom options to choose from, each optimised for a great night’s sleep with the help of sleep expert Dr Michael Breus. You can take your pick from interior staterooms, oceanview staterooms, balcony staterooms, mini suites and suites. Whichever accommodation type you choose, you’ll enjoy a luxury bed with luxurious linens and duvets. Staterooms sleep up to four people and two-bedroom suites sleep up to eight. Interconnecting staterooms are also a great option for families.

For nightly high-end Broadway-style productions, visit the 800-seat Princess Theatre. You can also enjoy a huge variety of entertainment such as live music, dancing, cabaret, magic and more in the ships other popular venues. Each evening you can enjoy Movies Under the Stars, an alfresco cinema with stunning panoramic ocean views. Club Fusion and Skywalkers Nightclub are the liveliest places on-board with booming sound systems, neon lights and nightly events such as Karaoke nights and 60s nights. The casino is ideal for those who love to gamble, but if you prefer to relax in a sophisticated setting then you can try Crooners Bar, Wake View Bar, Churchill Lounge and Wheelhouse Bar; each boasting unique charms.

There are four swimming pools on-board Emerald Princess, plus several hot tubs and lots of sun loungers. Kids also have a paddling pool. Daytime activities include photography workshops or cooking demonstrations with the Discovery at Sea programme. Sporty types will enjoy the sports courts, gym and fitness centre, lawn area which is used for bowls, croquet area, ping-pong tables, nine-hole putting course and virtual golf simulators. The art gallery offers a selection of paintings – which are also available for you to bid on at auction. The Sanctuary, one of the ships adults-only spaces, offers a place of complete tranquillity, whilst the Lotus Spa offers a host of relaxing treatments.

Kids on-board this ship have their own dedicated area, with lots to do, see and discover, all in the care of fully trained professionals. There is an age appropriate programme for children aged 3-17 with lots of activities for youngsters to enjoy such as karaoke, board games and pizza parties.