Diamond Princess

Launched in March 2004 and refurbished in February 2019, it is 21 years old as of 2025.

Officially, it holds 2,710 passengers, with a crew of 1,100.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship via MedallionNet (for a fee). The Princess MedallionClass app enhances connectivity with schedules, bookings, and navigation.

Reviews praise its Japanese-inspired features, cultural programming, and diverse itineraries, with a 4.2/5 rating from 134 Cruise Critic reviews. Some note crowded dining areas on shorter cruises and language barriers for non-Japanese speakers.

• Broadway-style shows in the Princess Theater, including “Bravo” and “Born to Be Wild.”
• Relax in the Izumi Japanese Bath with authentic onsen experiences.
• Enjoy sushi at Kai Sushi or Italian dining at Sabatini’s.
• Watch Movies Under the Stars with complimentary popcorn.
• Kids’ activities at The Treehouse and teen lounges.
• Cultural experiences like “rakugo” storytelling, origami, and yukata try-ons.

There are 18 decks, with 13 passenger-accessible (8 with cabins). Decks are named (e.g., Lido, Promenade, Fiesta).

No specific Disney-style characters are featured. Entertainment includes cultural performers (e.g., Japanese storytellers, folkloric dancers) and guest acts like comedians and cabaret singers.

• Valid passports for international travel (e.g., Japan, Singapore, Australia).
• Attire for smart-casual evenings and optional formal nights (2 per 7-night cruise).
• Chargers and power adapters (North American outlets).
• Motion sickness remedies (if sensitive).
• Swimwear, sunscreen, reusable water bottles, and luggage for shore excursions.

Yes, a valid passport is required for international itineraries (e.g., Asia, Australia, New Zealand). Check visa requirements for ports like Tokyo, Singapore, or Sydney.

With a 4.2/5 rating from 134 Cruise Critic reviews, guests praise the cultural immersion, dining, and family-friendly amenities but note occasional crowding and bilingual announcements.

Club Class Mini-Suites and Suites offer concierge services, including priority boarding, exclusive dining options, and access to the Lotus Spa thermal suite.

The four pools (including Calypso Pool with a retractable roof and a children’s splash pool) use treated freshwater, with nine whirlpools heated for comfort.

Diamond Princess uses Princess Luxury Beds, custom-designed with high-quality foam, in all staterooms.

The ship uses synthetic hypoallergenic pillows, with luxury feather options in suites.

• Broadway-style shows and cultural performances in the Princess Theater.
• Movies Under the Stars, water slides, and four pools.
• Kids’ activities at The Treehouse, Lodge, and Beach House.
• Spa treatments at Lotus Spa and Izumi Japanese Bath.
• Cultural classes like origami, Japanese language lessons, and “rakugo” storytelling.
• Casino gaming, live music, and dancing in the atrium or Club Fusion.

Princess Theater hosts family-friendly production shows like “Bravo” and “Born to Be Wild,” plus guest performers (e.g., jugglers, cabaret singers) and cultural folkloric shows. The Treehouse and Lodge offer kids’ activities like crafts and games.

• Expect a multicultural atmosphere, with 60% Japanese passengers on longer Asia cruises.
• Specialty dining and beverages incur extra charges; main dining and buffets are included.
• Bilingual (English/Japanese) announcements and programming on Asia itineraries.

Book shore excursions early, especially for cultural sites like Kyoto or Halong Bay, via the MedallionClass app.

In 2025-2026, Diamond Princess sails 7- to 28-night Asia itineraries from Tokyo (Yokohama) and Singapore, visiting Halong Bay, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Kyoto (February–November), and 10- to 21-night Australia/New Zealand cruises from Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne, visiting the Great Barrier Reef and Fiordland National Park (December–February). Holiday sailings include Christmas and Chinese New Year voyages.