Princess Chatter

Main causes appear to be in no particular order:  drunks, fights, suicides and casino debts.  Only occasionally it was the result of an accident.

https://www.princess.com/en-us/ships-and-experience/ships/bridgecams

"Breast Cancer Ireland held their annual “Race for a Cure” Race Day in Leopardstown Pavillion on Sunday, 12th May. To help raise funds to support the very worthy charity, Princess Cruises sponsored a prize of a fabulous cruise in the auction which raised a staggering amount of over €7,000. "

https://ittn.ie/travel-news/princess-hosts-travel-agents-media-at-race-for-a-cure-in-leopardstown/

"FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess guests discovering the scenic east coast on a 2025 Canada & New England cruise sailing out of New York City can now immerse themselves in historic America as they tour the nation's capital, interact with early settlers at a living history museum, visit Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and stand on the same soil as Thomas Jefferson at his Monticello estate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  This Historic America cruisetour takes guests on a seven-night, hosted land tour with overnight stays in Washington D.C., Williamsburg, Staunton, Gettysburg and Philadelphia prior to boarding a seven-day Canada/New England cruise onboard Enchanted Princess roundtrip from New York City."

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/princess-cruises-adds-historic-america-cruisetour-ahead-of-250th-anniversary-of-america-302141922.html

We are hearing that  the Sapphire speed is down to 15 knots and their itinerary is being revised.  No Ketchikan and no College Fjords so far.  One of the Sapphire's two propulsion motors is off line.  Passengers received a letter saying that Princess is trying to decided how to compensate everyone.  Lexi Brunner, a passenger on the ship, says that even so, they are still having a wonderful time.

"Thanks to his background at Disney, (John) Padgett knew the premium that customers were prepared to pay for high-quality themed entertainment so he made it a priority at Princess."

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinereid/2024/05/09/the-magic-formula-for-building-a-themed-entertainment-powerhouse/?sh=52fe53a95378

Editor: This article tells how ex Disney John Padgett and Vicki Johnson are working hard to convert the Princess we knew to high dollar Disney park type themed entertainment.

'Princess Cruises lines up an array of short cruises from Melbourne for cruise passengers wanting for a quick getaway. The line’s best value offering is its summer holiday cruise featuring a 4-Day Australia Seacation. This Melbourne to Brisbane sailing is offered at a starting rate of $238 per guest. Moreover, this cruise is scheduled to depart from its port of embarkation on December 7 via Diamond Princess.

In addition, Princess Cruises also highlights a 5-Day Southern Australia Seacation as part of its spring offering. This Melbourne to Adelaide voyage is offered at a starting rate of $548 per guest from $658. This allows cruise passengers to enjoy a $110 savings per person. Additionally, this 5-day sailing is scheduled on September 28 aboard Diamond Princess."

 https://cruisepassenger.com.au/tips-advice/short-cruises-from-melbourne-offered-at-238-pp/