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![[vc_row full_width="default_no_spaces" css=".vc_custom_1778133577076{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;background-image: url(https://dserver.com.au/review-port/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Group-14.jpg?id=201) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}"][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height="35" height_on_mob="0"][vc_custom_heading text="Cruise Reviews" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23FFFFFF" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780899825681{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][ultimate_spacer height="35" height_on_mob="0"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement="middle" css=".vc_custom_1778143540932{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;}"][vc_column][ult_content_box bg_color="#ECECEC" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:20px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_row_inner content_placement="middle"][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_single_image image="641" img_size="full" alignment="center" style="vc_box_rounded" css=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_custom_heading text="Discovery Princess Reviews & Ratings: Is It the Right Cruise for You?" font_container="tag:h1|text_align:left" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780900632272{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1780900644926{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}"]As the final Royal-class ship built for Princess Cruises (launched in 2022), the Discovery Princess represents the pinnacle of the line's modern, elegant design. Rather than relying on massive waterslides or roller coasters, the Discovery Princess focuses on sophisticated relaxation, exceptional dining, and the highly personalized MedallionClass technology. If you are looking for a premium, resort-style family vacation in 2026 with a focus on great food and beautiful destinations, this ship is a top-tier contender.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/ult_content_box][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement="middle" css=".vc_custom_1778143540932{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;}"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_custom_heading text="Discovery Princess at a Glance" font_container="tag:h1|text_align:left" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780900656822{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Cruise Line: Princess Cruises[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Ship Class: Royal Class (Capacity: ~3,660 passengers)[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]2026 Key Destinations: Alaska (Summer), Mexican Riviera & California Coast (Fall/Winter out of Los Angeles)[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Best For: Couples, multi-generational families, and travelers who prefer relaxation and culinary experiences over high-octane amusement park thrills.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="642" img_size="full" alignment="center" style="vc_box_rounded" css=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width="default_no_spaces" css=".vc_custom_1778143623599{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;background: #F7F7F7 url(https://dserver.com.au/review-port/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bg-sheap-1-1.png?id=137) !important;}"][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text="2026 Itineraries & Deployment Updates" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901297218{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_column_text css=""] For 2026, the Discovery Princess is chasing the sun and the glaciers across the Pacific Coast: [/vc_column_text][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6" css_icon_list=".vc_custom_1778758578345{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] Summer 2026 (Alaska): Operating 7-day "Voyage of the Glaciers" routes between Vancouver and Whittier, or round-trip Inside Passage cruises from Seattle/Vancouver. Princess remains the undisputed leader in Alaska, with exclusive Glacier Bay access and fantastic onboard naturalist programs. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] Fall/Winter 2026 (Mexico & California): Moving down to its homeport in Los Angeles, the ship will operate highly popular 7-day Mexican Riviera sailings (Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta) and shorter Pacific Wine Country coastal getaways. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][vc_custom_heading text="Onboard Experience: What to Expect" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901862971{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ult_content_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;|border-color:#9b9b9b;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" margin="margin-bottom:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_custom_heading text="The MedallionClass Experience" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|line_height:28px" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901873045{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1780901885124{margin-bottom: 1px !important;}"]Your experience is driven by the OceanMedallion—a quarter-sized wearable device that replaces your cruise card. It unlocks your cabin door as you approach, allows you to locate your family members on the ship's app, and powers OceanNow, which lets you order food, cocktails, or sunscreen directly to wherever you are sitting on the ship.[/vc_column_text][/ult_content_box][ult_content_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;|border-color:#9b9b9b;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" margin="margin-bottom:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_custom_heading text="Pools & The Sanctuary" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|line_height:28px" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901894580{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""]The ship features expansive, beautifully designed pool decks with massive "Movies Under the Stars" screens. For adults looking to escape, The Sanctuary is a premium, top-deck retreat (available for a half-day or full-day fee) offering plush loungers, signature beverages, and dedicated Serenity Stewards.[/vc_column_text][/ult_content_box][ult_content_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;|border-color:#9b9b9b;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" margin="margin-bottom:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_custom_heading text="Sky Suites" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|line_height:28px" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901918316{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""]If you have the budget, the Discovery Princess features the spectacular Sky Suites. Located at the top of the ship, these suites offer massive, 1,000-square-foot continuous balconies with 270-degree panoramic views—perfect for hosting private viewing parties of the Alaskan glaciers.[/vc_column_text][/ult_content_box][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width="default_no_spaces" css=".vc_custom_1778758797899{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;background-color: #E9E9E9 !important;}"][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text="Dining & Beverage Packages (Updated 2026)" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780901945253{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_column_text css=""] Princess Cruises has some of the best specialty dining at sea, but their included options are equally impressive. [/vc_column_text][ult_content_box bg_color="#F5F5F5" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6" css_icon_list=".vc_custom_1778758578345{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] Included Dining: The Main Dining Rooms offer a mix of traditional and flexible seating. The World Fresh Marketplace (buffet) and Slice Pizzeria (frequently voted the best pizza at sea) are massive crowd-pleasers. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] Included Dining: The Main Dining Rooms offer a mix of traditional and flexible seating. The World Fresh Marketplace (buffet) and Slice Pizzeria (frequently voted the best pizza at sea) are massive crowd-pleasers. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] Specialty Dining (Extra Fee): Do not miss the Crown Grill for premium, cooked-to-order steaks, or Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria for handmade pasta. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][/ult_content_box][vc_custom_heading text="Customer Service & Reliability" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780902335977{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6" css_icon_list=".vc_custom_1778758578345{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] The Highs: The onboard staff, from the restaurant servers to the train managers, provide world-class, intuitive hospitality. The food is spectacular, often matching high-end restaurants in major cities. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"] The Lows: Given the immense popularity of the train, Gold and Platinum cabins book out months (sometimes over a year) in advance. It is not a trip you can easily plan at the last minute. [/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][vc_separator color="sky" css=".vc_custom_1778758787428{margin-top: 45px !important;}"][vc_custom_heading text="Pros & Cons of Sailing on Discovery Princess" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780902476101{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][ult_content_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_custom_heading text="Pros:" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1778758860699{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]MedallionClass technology makes boarding and ordering drinks incredibly seamless.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Exceptional dining quality, specifically the Crown Grill and Slice Pizzeria.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Breathtaking Sky Suites and excellent, spacious standard balconies.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Industry-leading Alaskan itineraries with exclusive Glacier Bay access.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][/ult_content_box][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][ult_content_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" padding="padding:25px;" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|"][vc_custom_heading text="Cons:" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1778758913793{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][ultimate_icon_list icon_size="18" icon_margin="6"][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]Lacks the high-adrenaline activities (like surf simulators or go-karts) found on rival family lines.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][ultimate_icon_list_item icon="Defaults-check"]The main pool deck can feel crowded on sea days during sunny Mexican Riviera sailings.[/ultimate_icon_list_item][/ultimate_icon_list][/ult_content_box][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=".vc_custom_1778144290978{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 65px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text="Have You Sailed on the Discovery Princess?" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780902566952{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_column_text css=""] Your experience helps other travelers make informed decisions! Did you love the OceanMedallion technology, or did you find the ship lacking in kids' activities? [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][vc_single_image image="221" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" css="" link="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.service.reviewport&pcampaignid=web_share"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][vc_single_image image="220" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" css="" link="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/review-port/id6759284627"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/6"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=".vc_custom_1778760005954{padding-bottom: 65px !important;}"][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][ult_content_box bg_color="#F0F0F0" box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" hover_box_shadow="horizontal:px|vertical:px|blur:px|spread:px|style:none|" border="border-style:solid;|border-radius:15px;" padding="padding:25px;"][vc_custom_heading text="Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Discovery Princess" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes" css=".vc_custom_1780906763922{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}" el_class="mbl-gs-head"][vc_toggle title="Is the Discovery Princess a new ship?" open="true" css=""]Yes, she is relatively new. The Discovery Princess debuted in the spring of 2022 as the sixth and final Royal-class ship for Princess Cruises, meaning her hardware, cabins, and technology are highly modern.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title="Does the Discovery Princess have an indoor pool?" css=""]Yes. In addition to the main outdoor pools, the ship features The Retreat Pool (an adults-only area) and access to the Enclave thermal suite in the Lotus Spa, which features a hydrotherapy pool, heated stone beds, and sensory showers (access requires a spa pass).[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title="Is the Princess Plus package worth it?" css=""]For the vast majority of cruisers in 2026, yes. Because it covers your mandatory daily crew gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, and a 15-drink-per-day beverage package (including alcohol, specialty coffees, and sodas), it easily pays for itself if you plan to have a few drinks and connect to the internet daily. silver nova](https://reviewport.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/silvernova_1080x1080-1.webp)
