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BOATLOAD OF FUN
Cruising with Princess is a complete escape for all ages. There's
everything from arts and crafts corners, game tables, movies, and
splash pools (on select ships) to Teen Centers with ping-pong
tables, juke boxes, and all the latest video games. There's a play
area and special outdoor deck exclusively for toddlers. Teens have
their own "Off Limits" hideouts that are designed to
give them the time of their lives. In addition, youth on Grand and
Golden Princess will also enjoy their own deck space with a
whale's tail splash pool, and teens have a separate hot tub and
deck area just for them.
All Youth and Teen Centers are fully supervised by our staff of
Youth Activities Coordinators.
Children are welcome on all Princess ships, but facilities vary.
Pacific and Tahitian Princess do not have dedicated youth and teen
centers (programs are available only when 20 or more children are
sailing). However, when 20 or more children ages 3 to 17 are
traveling on these ships, they will enjoy a varied schedule of
supervised activities organized by a Youth Activities Coordinator.
FAMILY
CRUISING TIPS
Anytime Dining is recommended for families who want to dine
together, so children may fully participate in the evening youth
activities (starting at 7 p.m.).
The dining alternatives onboard our ships allow parents the
freedom to spend time with their children while they eat an early
dinner at the pizzeria, in the 24-hour restaurant offering a
special children's menu, in their stateroom with 24-hour room
service, or in one of our many alternative dining locations. After
taking their children to the supervised Youth and Teen Centers,
parents can enjoy dining on their own in the elegant dining rooms.
Many shore excursions have been selected with family cruisers in
mind. Discounted rates for children and
"family-friendly" activities are available to make the
most of your time in port.
Please see our Adventures Ashore brochure for details.
On embarkation day, the Princess Youth and Teen Schedule for the
entire cruise will be delivered to your stateroom. If you need
more than one copy, please contact your Youth Activities
Coordinator.
Don't miss the orientation and registration meeting on the first
night of your cruise. You and your children can meet the Youth and
Teen staff and learn more about our exciting shipboard programs.
Parents are always welcome to join their children in the Youth and
Teen Centers.
HOURS OF
OPERATION
Caribbean, Coral, Dawn, Diamond, Island, Golden, Grand, Regal,
Sea, Sapphire, Star and Sun Princess Youth and Teen Centers are
open at sea 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.; 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. for
children ages 3-17.
A $5 USD per child per hour group kidsitting charge is applicable
from 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. for youth passengers ages 3-12.*
Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Dawn, Diamond, Island, Golden, Grand,
Regal, Sapphire, Sea, Star and Sun Princess Youth and Teen Centers
are open while in port 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. without charge. A
supervised, complimentary lunch service is available with parental
consent.
On Pacific and Tahitian Princess, the Princess Youth and Teen
Programs are available when 20 or more children are sailing.
Activities from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., and 7 p.m. - 10
p.m. are available while at sea. Activities in port are available
from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. A supervised, complimentary lunch service is
available with parental consent.
Please note: no kidsitting on Pacific Princess and Tahitian
Princess.
CALIFORNIA
SCIENCE CENTER
In a cruise industry exclusive, this respected Los Angeles
institution provides educational and entertaining interactive
science activities for children onboard most Princess ships. Young
passengers will be enthralled with award-winning science programs
geared toward their particular ship's destination. Whale watching,
coral reef studies, building and racing sailboats, marine biology
studies, and squid dissection are just some of the activities that
may be offered.
PETE'S PALSSM
Youngsters who participate in Princess Youth events will take home
a limited-edition member of Pete's Pals as a way to learn more
about endangered species in the areas in which Princess sails. On
each cruise, Princess will issue a specially designed plush animal
— beginning with "Pelican Pete," the program's mascot.
In conjunction, kids will learn about the plight of many such
threatened and endangered creatures, including white pelicans,
manatees, sea turtles and bald eagles.
PELICAN'S
PERCHSM
Kids can make the most of their Caribbean adventure in this
supervised play area on our own private island, Princess Cays.
This special playground is managed by the shipboard youth staff
and provides a secure place for children while parents enjoy the
many beach amenities and water sports offered. Pelican's Perch is
open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
PRINCESS YOUTH
& TEEN DINNER EVENTS
As part of the Princess Youth and Teen program, junior cruisers
will also participate in two special dinner evenings designed for
each age group. Younger passengers will enjoy dinner without
parents and in the company of newfound friends and counselors in
one of their ship's many eateries. For teens, one of the two
evenings will feature a get-together in one of the main dining
rooms, complete with photographs and a group night out to enjoy
many Princess evening offerings†.
CHILDREN'S TV
PROGRAMING*
In addition to Cartoon Network and Boomerang Network, movies and
TV programs for children may be shown on the in-stateroom
television and in the Youth and Teen Centers throughout the day on
Caribbean, Coral, Diamond, Dawn, Golden, Grand, Island, Sapphire,
Sea, Star, Sun, Regal, Pacific and Tahitian Princess.
ADDITIONAL
REMINDERS
Children under 3 are not permitted in the Youth Center unless
accompanied by a parent at all times. Youth Center staff cannot
administer medication, bottle-feed, change diapers, or provide
meal service.** Private in-cabin babysitting is not available on
any Princess ship. All children must be potty-trained.
CHILDREN WITH
SPECIAL NEEDS
Princess welcomes all teens and children ages 3-17 to participate
in our programs. Let our staff know of all medical and/or special
needs for your children. We will make every effort to accommodate
them. Please be advised that Princess Youth staff may not offer
individual one-on-one supervision.
† The teen dinner may be held in a different location
other than the main dining room.
* Where satellite permits.
** Lunch is provided outside the Youth and Teen Centers on days
when ship is in port or during special events. Parental consent is
required.
PRINCESS
YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS
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• Arts and crafts
• Arts and crafts
• Dance parties