Discovery Princess, April 2023

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Discovery Princess

Discovery Princess is a Princess Cruises cruise ship of the Royal class, in service since 2022. She measures 145,000 gross tons and carries 3,660 guests with a crew of 1,346. She sails Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Pacific Coast itineraries.

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About Discovery Princess

Discovery Princess is the sixth and final Royal-class ship, delivered by Fincantieri on 28 January 2022 after pandemic delays. She measures about 145,000 gross tons and carries 3,660 guests. Her week-long inaugural voyage left Los Angeles for the Mexican Riviera on 27 March 2022, and she spent her first summer in Seattle. From October 2026 to April 2027 she sails seven-day Mexican Riviera cruises from Los Angeles, and in summer 2027 she runs Alaska voyages from Vancouver, including Voyage of the Glaciers sailings to Whittier.

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Deck plans

No deck plans on record for this ship yet.

Where she sails

Home port: Los Angeles, California.

Flying in for your cruise?

Discovery Princess sails from Los Angeles, California. The airport is Los Angeles International (LAX), with 21 lounges to wait in before you board.

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Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Discovery Princess?

Discovery Princess is operated by Princess Cruises and belongs to its Royal class.

How big is Discovery Princess?

Discovery Princess measures 145,000 gross tons and 330 metres in length, with 19 decks.

How crowded does Discovery Princess feel?

Discovery Princess has a passenger space ratio of 39.6: 145,000 gross tons for 3,660 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Discovery Princess feels comfortable for her size.

How many passengers does Discovery Princess carry?

Discovery Princess carries 3,660 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,346 (about 2.7 guests per crew member).

When did Discovery Princess enter service?

Discovery Princess entered service in 2022.

Where does Discovery Princess sail?

Discovery Princess sails Mexican Riviera, Alaska and Pacific Coast itineraries. Her home port is Los Angeles, California.

Which airport should I fly into for Discovery Princess?

Discovery Princess sails from Los Angeles, California. Fly into Los Angeles International (LAX), which has 21 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.

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