Princess Cruises has announced its return to Asia with the Diamond
Princess, a ship customised for the Asian market. After a three-year
hiatus, the vessel will offer guests 5- to 19-day itineraries to Japan,
South Korea, and Taiwan, departing from Yokohama and Kobe.
The Diamond Princess has started providing guests with a range of
unique itineraries since 15 March, including homeport voyages and tours
departing from Kobe, visiting 38 destinations and offering 43 unique
tours with 57 departures.
The upcoming sailings for the month of May is themed around "Love" in
celebration of Mother's Day, Japanese Golden Week, and Korea's family
festivals. To mark the occasion, Princess Cruises has launched a limited
promotion for free upper beds for new bookings made by 15 May.
The 116,000-ton Diamond Princess features a range of entertainment
and dining options, including fresh sashimi at Kai Sushi, the Lotus Spa,
Sanctuary, and bars. Guests can also enjoy the IZUMI Japanese Bath and
Japanese bidets in public restrooms.
The Diamond Princess also features the Princess MedallionClass
experience, offering next-level technology with TrulyTouchless
experiences. The vessel underwent a major renovation in 2019, with
enhancements to the main pool deck LED lighting and surround sound
system for Movies Under the Stars. The Princess Theater, Explorers
Lounge, and Club Fusion have also been renovated to provide an enhanced,
more significant Japanese-style experience for guests.