World’s Newest Cruise Ship Departs on Maiden...

Star Princess, the world’s latest cruise ship, departed on its maiden voyage this week, an 11-night cruise from Barcelona to the Western Mediterranean.

Star Princess is the second Sphere class ship from Princess Cruises and the cruise line’s seventeenth ship of their fleet. After a few weeks in Europe, the vessel will head to Florida and arrive in Ft. Lauderdale on November 5, 2025.

Star Princess will probably be christened by godparents Matthew and Camila McConaughey on November 6, 2025. On the next day, the ship will start crusing from Port Everglades to The Bahamas and Caribbean for the winter season.

The 177,800 gross ton ship can carry 4,300 passengers and has 30 distinct eating and bar venues. The vessel has over 1,500 balcony cabins and the unique Sanctuary Assortment suites.

Leisure highlights on the ship embody Spellbound by Magic Fortress, Meridian & Illuminate, Leisure Past the Space, and The Dome.

Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises, gave the next assertion:

“Star Princess shines brightly as one the biggest and most spectacular ships we’ve ever constructed, and we proudly welcome excited friends on her inaugural voyage.

“We want our Star Princess captain, senior officers, and crew a lot success – could her voyages be protected, her sunsets unforgettable, and should she shine, as her title guarantees, within the sky and on the seas.”

Captain Gennaro Arma, captain of Star Princess, added:

“From main the newbuild staff on the Monfalcone shipyard to watching our wonderful crew now guiding her on her maiden voyage with our very first friends, this journey is a real honor for me and our devoted crew. We warmly invite friends to come back aboard our new Star Princess to expertise the extraordinary and well-loved service Princess is understood for.”

Star Princess is a sister ship to Solar Princess which debuted in early 2024.