Majestic Princess Debuts Renovations for 2025 Mediterranean Season

Majestic Princess has emerged from a two-week drydock in Palermo, Italy, unveiling a series of comprehensive renovations that will refresh its dining, entertainment, and retail experiences for the 2025 Mediterranean season. The 3,560-guest Royal-class ship, part of the Princess Cruises fleet, now carries newly introduced venues and updated services designed to cater to evolving passenger preferences. “Majestic Princess has undergone a remarkable transformation that will introduce beloved venues and experiences from across our fleet as it sails,” said Lorna Warren, Princess Cruises Vice President of Hotel Operations and Guest Experience. “We can’t wait to welcome guests aboard for the upcoming Mediterranean season as we celebrate our 40th anniversary of cruising in this stunning, sought-after region.”

Major Onboard Upgrades

Several existing spaces have been reimagined, bringing popular Princess Cruises concepts to Majestic Princess. This refurbishment includes updated lounges, enhanced dining outlets, and retail expansions that aim to offer a modern yet authentic onboard atmosphere.

New Dining Venues and Bars

Among the most notable additions are:

• O’Malley’s Irish Pub: Formerly Vines Wine Bar on Deck 5, now serving Irish comfort food, a variety of beer and whiskey selections, and live music.
• Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria: Occupying the space of Harmony Restaurant, featuring Italian family recipes with handmade pasta and slow-braised meats.
• Alfredo’s Slice: Found on Deck 16, replacing the Chopsticks Noodle & Dim Sum Bar, it offers made-to-order Neapolitan-style pizza.
• Salty Dog Grill: Also on Deck 16, taking over the Lobster Bar & Grill space, renowned for classic burgers, hot dogs, and tacos.
• Ocean Terrace Sushi Bar: Previously a lounge on Deck 7, now offering sushi rolls, sashimi, and Japanese specialties overlooking the Piazza.
• Bellini’s Cocktail Bar: Located on Deck 6, featuring Italian-inspired cocktails and curated wine lists for an upscale evening experience.
• Good Spirits At Sea: Inspired by a popular TV series, showcasing live mixology demonstrations that engage guests in the cocktail-making process.

Expanded Entertainment and Shopping

Entertainment areas and retail options have likewise been enhanced to provide a wider variety of onboard activities:

• Captain’s Arcade: Previously Churchill’s Video Arcade, now featuring both classic and interactive games.
• Princess Photo Gallery: Updated to simplify and streamline access to both print and digital photos.
• EFFY Jewelry: Occupies a larger retail space formerly held by Cartier, offering jewelry seminars and curated collections.
• Victorian-Style Confectionary: A newly themed sweet shop featuring a range of confections and desserts.

Sailing Schedule

Majestic Princess began its Mediterranean season with a 20-night “Best of the Mediterranean” voyage departing Rome on April 1, 2025. This option can be split into two separate 10-day segments, giving passengers flexibility when booking. The ship is scheduled to call at popular Mediterranean ports until mid-July before making a transatlantic journey to Boston.

Once in North America, Majestic Princess will operate a series of Canada and New England itineraries in the fall, ranging from 7 to 10 nights. These voyages include port calls in destinations such as Portland, Halifax, Saint John, Charlottetown, and Saguenay. In October 2025, the vessel will reposition to Fort Lauderdale to offer Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean cruises. Durations on these Caribbean sailings vary from 6 to 14 nights.

This reimagining of the Majestic Princess aligns with Princess Cruises’ ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality cruising experiences. Guests can look forward to fleet-favorite dining, immersive lounge spaces, and thoughtfully designed itineraries that showcase scenic coastlines and culturally rich destinations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the new venues onboard Majestic Princess?

New dining and social spaces include O’Malley’s Irish Pub, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Alfredo’s Slice, Ocean Terrace Sushi Bar, Bellini’s Cocktail Bar, and Good Spirits At Sea. The ship also has updated entertainment and retail areas such as Captain’s Arcade, Princess Photo Gallery, EFFY Jewelry, and a Victorian-style Confectionary.

Where will Majestic Princess sail in 2025?

The ship will begin with Mediterranean voyages from April to mid-July before crossing the Atlantic to launch a fall season in Canada and New England. It will then move to Fort Lauderdale in October to offer a range of Caribbean itineraries.

Are there new onboard entertainment options?

Yes. Captain’s Arcade has been remodeled to include a mix of classic and interactive games, and Good Spirits At Sea offers interactive mixology demonstrations. Other refreshed lounges and bars also provide social and entertainment opportunities.

How many guests can Majestic Princess accommodate?

The vessel can welcome 3,560 passengers, offering personalized services through the Princess MedallionClass platform, which simplifies embarkation, onboard navigation, and dining preferences.

With these enhancements and a diverse schedule through Europe, North America, and the Caribbean, Majestic Princess is positioned to offer an immersive blend of dining, entertainment, and scenic exploration for its upcoming seasons.