The Princess app offers a wide range of features designed to make both your pre-cruise planning and onboard experience as seamless as possible. From streamlined boarding and pre-booking shore excursions and activities to staying connected with loved ones and enjoying interactive digital experiences, the app enhances every step of your journey. In this guide, we detail some of the standout features and explain how they can elevate your time at sea on a Princess Cruises voyage.
Pre-Cruise Features
Effortless boarding process
Getting on board your Princess cruise is simple with the help of the Princess Cruises app. Through the OceanReady® check-in feature, you can complete your travel details in advance and receive a designated boarding lane. If you choose to have your Medallion® shipped to your home, you’ll be placed in the Green Lane for the fastest embarkation. Opt to pick it up at the port or leave any checklist items incomplete, and you’ll be directed to the Blue Lane. There’s also an Accessibility Lane available for guests who require mobility assistance, ensuring a smooth and supported start to your holiday.
Make dinner reservations
For those who like to plan ahead, the Princess Cruises app makes dining effortless. With such an impressive variety of exceptional restaurants across the fleet, it’s no wonder guests want to sample as many as possible or secure a spot at their favourites. The app lets you reserve tables at both the main dining room and speciality venues, create a personalised dining plan with your preferred times and locations, and coordinate with your travel companions. You can also detail any allergies and dietary requirements, specify your ideal table, and even set your preferred dining pace – all before you set sail.
Book shore excursions
Enhance your time ashore by booking unforgettable excursions through the Princess Cruises app. Renowned for their award-winning experiences, Princess Cruises shore excursions offer guests the chance to immerse themselves in culture, explore rich and fascinating historical sites, and sample local culinary delights. Whether you’re snorkelling in the Caribbean’s turquoise waters, uncovering the ancient mysteries of Cozumel’s Mayan ruins, or strolling through art galleries and museums in Italy, every adventure promises something extraordinary. This can be particularly useful, as it helps guests avoid missing out on popular shore excursions that tend to book up quickly.
Plan activities
In addition to planning your time ashore, the Princess Cruises app makes it easy to organise your days at sea. Craving a little relaxation? Head to the Lotus Spa, a serene sanctuary that offers a range of treatments, including deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, rejuvenating facials, blow-dries, manicures, and more. The app allows you to book spa treatments and salon services, so you’ll know exactly when your pamper session begins. You’ll also be able to reserve your spot for dance classes, themed parties, and a variety of onboard activities, ensuring every moment of your cruise is perfectly tailored to you and your interests.
Make additional purchases
Once you have made your booking, you may want to upgrade to a Princess Plus or Princess Premier Package. This is possible via your sales agent or on the Princess Cruises app.
Onboard Features
Stay Connected
Staying connected with friends and family on board is easy, thanks to the Princess app. Once connected to the ship’s Wi-Fi, you can use the app’s messaging feature to chat with fellow guests. Whether you're coordinating dinner plans, meeting up to enjoy an evening show, or simply keeping in touch throughout the day, the app keeps everyone connected.
Utilise location services
Cruise ships are often large and impressive, filled with places to relax, be entertained, or enjoy food and drink – which can make it easy to forget a meeting spot or lose track of your group as everyone explores at their own pace. With the app’s location services, you can quickly find one another without the need to call or wander the ship, making it ideal for coordinating meet-ups, keeping track of children, or simply staying connected throughout the day.
Enjoy the convenience of OceanNow
Guests can enjoy the convenience of OceanNow, which allows them to order food and drinks, as well as request onboard services, directly to their location at any time during their cruise. Whether you’re craving a tasty treat, you’re in the mood for a refreshing drink, or you even require a new bottle of sunscreen as you’re lounging by the pool, this is a great and convenient function. Depending on your package, there may be a charge for this feature.
Keep track of your daily schedule
The Princess app makes it easy to stay on top of your daily plans. You can view the ship’s full schedule alongside your own personalised itinerary – whether that’s a dance class in the morning followed by a spa appointment or checking the time of your speciality dining reservation for the evening. The JourneyView feature enables you to bookmark activities and events that align with your interests.
Digital experiences
The app offers a range of interactive digital experiences for all ages. Families can enjoy activities like a location-based scavenger hunt and create a personalised OceanTagalong avatar that follows them around the ship. Adults can try their luck with the Casino Play feature, while OceanView provides on-demand access to movies, TV shows, and Ocean Originals, which are available on your stateroom TV or via the app.
