The largest and most innovative Princess vessel yet, the 113,000-ton Sapphire Princess debuts in May 2004 as a sister ship to the elegant Diamond Princess. This "sparkling" new vessel will offer passengers a way to visit a variety of ports throughout the Pacific in style.

2,670 passengers 750 cabins with private balconies. Environmentally advantageous diesel and gas turbine powered electric propulsion, with gas turbine situated in the funnel 4 swimming pools as well as children's splash pool Aft terrace with bar and pool below Conservatory consisting of a swimming pool and bar, with a balcony deck and sliding glass roof high above A central pool with bar Asian-themed Lotus spa with fitness center and outdoor sunken terraced pool Multiple main dining rooms featuring Princess' unique Personal Choice Dining options 24-hour dining - buffet/bistro and room service Poolside Pizzeria, Hamburger Grill and Ice Cream Bar Sabatini's trattoria Large forward theater for Princess' original Broadway and Las Vegas-style productions Sports bar Casino Atrium with shops, two bars, art gallery, library and writing room Nautical-themed Wheelhouse Bar with P&O memorabilia Hearts and Minds wedding chapel with cruise industry's only wedding-at-sea program where passengers can be married by the ship's captain Asian and African-themed Explorers lounge Aft show lounge -- high-tech Club Fusion features 42 high-definition video screens and spiral staircase leading to Wake View Bar below One of largest Internet cafes at sea with 29 computer stations Dedicated teens' and children's area with a total of 9,686 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, plus a dedicated pool area for teens. Hair salon, health center and spa Nine-hole golf putting course and two computerized golf simulators that enable passengers to virtually play the finest courses in the world. Sports deck The ship will take Princess' trademark Skywalkers disco/lounge concept a step further with a larger room plus new 125-foot wide balcony that provides commanding views over the aft end of the ship where passengers can enjoy stargazing, or an al fresco break from the action inside.