Today I’ve teamed up with Princess Cruises to bring you this advertising feature about a Princess Cruises Seacation I recently went on. Departing from Southampton, this 5-day, 4-night cruise aboard the Sky Princess was a one-of-a-kind experience. Read on for the highlights.
Princess Cruises Seacation
I wasn’t sure what to expect from a Princess Cruises Seacation, not least because this particular cruise spent the entire time at sea. With no ports of call, would there be enough to entertain me on board the ship? I was about to find out.
Princess Cruises Seacation: Day 1
My Princess Cruises Seacation started on a high note. I took the train from London Waterloo station to Southampton Central, then jumped in a taxi for the quick ride to the cruise ship terminal.
After a smooth check-in process, I made my way on board, where I was greeted by applause from the crew.
Heading up to the 11th floor, I found my stateroom. It was a beautiful mini suite with a balcony, and I was impressed by how spacious it was.
Add to that the arrival of a steward with a glass of champagne and a plate of chocolate-covered strawberries, and I knew I was going to enjoy my Princess Cruises Seacation.
After getting settled in, I attended an orientation on how to use the MedallionClass app, a smartphone resource for the cruise.
It had everything from a map of the Sky Princess cruise ship to the day’s schedule of events and a place where I could order food and drinks to be delivered to me wherever I was on the ship.
After the orientation, I headed up to the top deck for the Sailaway Celebrations at the Sky Pool. Singing, dancing, and comedy combined to send us off as we congregated around the swimming pool and hot tubs.
All the excitement called for a drink. I met my group of fellow travel bloggers at the Good Spirits at Sea bar. We sampled a range of both classic and inventive cocktails while watching the bartender do a live demo of how to make them.
Afterwards we made our way to Sabatini’s Trattoria, the Italian specialty restaurant on the Sky Princess, for dinner.
Course after course of pasta, seafood, and other Italian favorites filled us up and gave us a preview of the variety of cuisine we would experience throughout our Princess Cruises Seacation.
Princess Cruises Seacation: Day 2
The next morning our Seacation continued with a ship tour. We saw everything from a gelateria to jewelry stores and the gym as we made our way from the 5th floor to the 18th floor of the Sky Princess.
There were bars, theaters, lounges, and sun decks galore, and I started to wonder if 5 days would be enough to experience them all. Maybe it was a good thing our cruise was going to be at sea the whole time.
After the tour, lunch at Alfredo’s Pizzeria was next on our Princess Cruises Seacation itinerary. Big pizzas and calzones furnished the table, and we tucked into a casual Italian feast.
We had free time in the afternoon, during which I worked from my stateroom.
The MedallionNet WiFi on board has been voted the fastest at sea, but it was hit-or-miss for me throughout the cruise. Still, I managed to get some emails sent before dressing up for dinner.
The evening meal was at Cielo, one of three main dining rooms on the Sky Princess. The menu was far-reaching, and I enjoyed the prawns with rice.
After dinner my group went to experience some of the on-board entertainment. We headed to the Princess Theater to see a rock opera performed by the ship’s singers and dancers.
Princess Cruises Seacation: Day 3
The next day our Princess Cruises Seacation started at the Lotus Spa. We enjoyed hot stone massages followed by access to the indoor pool, sauna, steam rooms, and relaxation areas. It was a divine way to start the day.
The relaxation continued in the afternoon. We headed up to the top deck of the Sky Princess to enjoy sunbathing and afternoon tea in The Sanctuary, an exclusive area with private cabanas and a hot tub.
In the evening we dined at the Crown Grill, one of the most famous restaurants on board the cruise ship. Steaks and lobster went down a treat, and many of us agreed it was the best meal of the trip.
After dinner we surveyed a range of entertainment, from an intimate jazz show to a live band on stage. It was great to see how many options there were.
Princess Cruises Seacation: Day 4
The next morning our Princess Cruises Seacation treated us to the Ultimate Balcony Breakfast delivered straight to our staterooms.
From plates of pastries to fresh fruit and smoked salmon, it was a feast. Add to that champagne and orange juice, and it was a beautiful way to start the day.
After breakfast I headed back up to The Sanctuary for some sunbathing. The cruise took us along the west coast of France, and we enjoyed spectacular sunshine on two of the days.
I soaked up the rays while looking out for dolphins, all the while thinking how nice it was to have nothing more to do than relax.
In the evening, I met my group for a California wine tasting at Vines, the wine bar. We not only tasted Silverado Vineyards wines, but also blended our own. It was a unique twist on a traditional wine tasting, and I really enjoyed it.
Afterwards we walked over to Bistro Sur La Mer for our final dinner of the cruise. I enjoyed lobster bisque and scallops as the sun went down over the sea.
Princess Cruises Seacation: Day 5
The next morning our Princess Cruises Seacation came to an end. I woke up at sunrise, headed down to the International Cafe for a quick breakfast, and disembarked.
Back on land, I walked over to the taxi rank and took a cab to Southampton Central to catch my train to London.
Princess Cruises Seacation: The Verdict
It was sad to say good-bye to the Sky Princess after a great Seacation. Having arrived uncertain as to how I’d feel about a cruise that stayed at sea the whole time, I left having enjoyed a relaxing trip with a great balance of activities.
If you’re interested, you can see all the details and book a Seacation of your own on the Princess Cruises website. Happy cruising!
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