According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is "where the boys are." The city's reputation as America's Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favourable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the "Venice of America" with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theatres, museums, sightseeing, and shopping.

Join us at our exclusive port of call, Princess Cays, where you'll enjoy a private beach party on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. One hundred miles long and only two miles wide, Eleuthera offers unspoiled beaches. Our private resort at Princess Cays is situated on more than 40 acres and features over a half-mile of white-sand shoreline, all at the southern tip of the island. 

The oldest city under the American flag, San Juan vibrates to a lively salsa beat. There's an unmistakable zest in the air here. Perhaps it's the stunning natural setting: the verdant peaks, tropical forests, and gleaming white-sand beaches. Or maybe it's Puerto Rico's mix of cultures, the blend and occasional clash of four centuries of Spanish heritage overlaid with a century spent as America's only Commonwealth. Whatever the reason, San Juan is one of the most enticing ports in the Caribbean, and it only gets lovelier with age.

Grand Turk, the capital of the Turks and Caicos Islands, is a small island bursting with turn-of-the-century Caribbean charm, retaining the look and feel of the Caribbean 40 years ago. Grand Turk was founded by Bermudan salt rakers some three centuries ago and its Bermudan-British-colonial architecture surrounded by colourful local dwellings makes the island a treasure to visit.

Tucked on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, Amber Cove, named for the translucent gemstone found on its shores, sits just seven miles from the town Puerto Plata, a cinematic locale used as the backdrop for the first Jurassic Park film. Just steps from the dock take in the sparkling beach, which offers a plethora of water activities, and the serene, natural beauty from the comfort of a private bungalow. Or venture off the property to take to the high seas on a luxury catamaran snorkelling expedition or explore the 450-year-old San Felipe Fortress. For high-flying adventure, swing through the trees on a zip line or ride a cable car 2,500 feet to the top of Mount Isabel de Torres for a look at its massive statue of Christ the Redeemer. 

Cruise back to Florida, where you'll catch your homeward flight. Or, extend your holiday with a post-cruise stay in the USA. Book your Theme Park tickets with us before you fly. Ask your travel agent for more information on accommodation and experiences.

Day 1- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Day 2- Princess Cays, Bahamas

Day 3- At Sea

Day 4- Amber Cove, Dominican Republic

Day 5- Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos

Day 6- At Sea

Day 7- At Sea

Day 8- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

PRINCESS PLUS® includes:

• Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
• Crew Appreciation
• Plus Beverage Package
  (drinks up to $15 each)
• Unlimited juice bar
• Premium desserts (2 per day)
• Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
• NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
• NEW OceanNow® delivery
• NEW Room service delivery

For more information or to get your booking started, please submit the enquiry form below or get in touch via cruise@shandontravel.ie.

We can't wait to welcome our next-generation cruise ships! Sun Princess® is the first ship in our fleet to be powered by Liquified Natural Gas (LNG). This cleaner burning fuel will significantly reduce air emissions and marine gasoil to minimize our environmental footprint. She is the third ship to be honored with the Sun Princess® name, adding to the legacy of the first ship sailing from 1974 to 1988 and the second ship sailing from 1995 to 2020. At that time, she had the largest number of balcony cabins and our first 24-hour cafe.

What were we thinking of when we designed the new Sun Princess? You.

We pondered everything, so you can feel the love on the cruise vacation of your dreams. Because here, the sun revolves around you.

• Inaugural Cruise 2024
• Guests 4,300
• Crew 1,600
• Guest Cabins: 2150
• Number of Decks: 21
• Tonnage: 177,500
• Length: 1133 feet

Entertainment & Onboard Activities

The entertainment offerings on board the Sun Princess are just as innovative and thoughtfully designed as the ship itself. In fact, we're transforming the future of entertainment not just at sea, but anywhere. Our belief is that entertainment should always feel new, exciting, and keep you on your toes with spaces and experiences that you won't find anywhere else.

The Dome

This glass-enclosed dome is multilevel AND multipurpose: pool by sunlight, stage for shows by starlight. It features acrobatic performances created in partnership with the renowned Cirque Éloize.

Princess MedallionClass® Vacations: Personalized. Effortless.

It starts with a quarter-sized, wearable device that unlocks an effortless, personalized vacation. Have food, drinks and more delivered wherever you are. Reserve dining and activities. Enjoy fast, reliable Wi-Fi as well as touchless embarkation and payment. Do your vacation your way on a Princess MedallionClass® cruise.

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

• Return flights from Dublin to Fort Lauderdale
• 1-night pre-cruise stay in Fort Lauderdale
• 7-night Eastern Caribbean Cruise with Bahamas cruise onboard the Sun Princess, in an inside stateroom
• Princess Plus Cruise Fare, which includes:
  • Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
  • Crew Appreciation
  • Plus Beverage Package
    (drinks up to $15 each)
  • Unlimited juice bar
  • Premium desserts (2 per day)
  • Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
  • NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
  • NEW OceanNow® delivery
  • NEW Room service delivery

Please ask us about:

• Flights departing other Irish airports
• Travel Insurance
• Upgrade your cabin type
• Extend your holiday with a post-cruise stay in Florida. Get your great value Theme Park passes with us before you fly!

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. 

For more information please call us on 021 4277094 or 0818 300205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button or submit an enquiry through the form below.