Originally sailed
in Tahiti for Renaissance
Cruises as the R-4, the Tahitian Princess joined Princess Cruise's fleet on August 9th,
2002. After a total refurbishment she began service back in the South
Pacific with her inaugural cruise on December 26th, 2002..
Operator: Princess
Capacity (double occupancy): 684
Builder: Chantiers de
l'Atlantique
Full Capacity: 684
Inaugurated: 1999,
Completely Refurbished 2003
Space Ratio: 44.3
Gross Tonnage: 30,277 gt
Crew: 386
Length: 594 ft. / 181 m
Berlitz® Rating: ****+
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about the
Tahitian Princess
Tahitian Princess, a former Renaissancevessel was introduced to Princess' fleet on
August 9, 2002 . Her sleek, modern designprovides a
'boutique version' of our PersonalChoice Cruising
program, with over two thirdsof the ship's cabins
having balconies and witha variety of dining and
entertainment options todeliver on our trademark "big
ship choice" in asmaller, more intimate cruise
environment.
Beginning with a holiday cruise on December 24, 2002, Tahitian Princess will
sail year-round inTahiti and the South Pacific,
debuting the only 10-day sailings in the region. Three uniqueitineraries, with a total of 50 departures roundtrip from Papeete,
Tahiti, each include calls at thetropical paradises
of Bora Bora, Moorea and Raiatea. Passengers can choose one of the 34French Polynesia/Cook Islands sailings that explore ports like mystic
Huahine and Raratongaand feature overnight stays in
both Papeete and Bora Bora; enjoy one of eight French
Polynesia/Samoa cruises to discover the dramatic beauty of Pago Pago and Apia;
or travel onone of eight French Polynesia/Marquesas
voyages to unwrap the secrets of Nuku Hiva and Hiva.