panamapd Posted June 9, 2015 #1 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hi there What with all the new ships launching I haven't had a chance to sail with Princess since 2008. I have a gap in my cruising schedule and would like to know if anyone has any more info. For instance, the new name, when will bookings open? (I know it is for 2017 but the new MSC ship, for 2017, is open for bookings at the end of this month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted June 9, 2015 #2 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The new ship is yet unnamed, bookings will probably open about 16-18 months out before her maiden voyage, and depending on what time of year she debuts, expect a summer season in the Mediterranean after which she will be deployed to China on a permanent basis. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 9, 2015 #3 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hi there What with all the new ships launching I haven't had a chance to sail with Princess since 2008. I have a gap in my cruising schedule and would like to know if anyone has any more info. For instance, the new name, when will bookings open? (I know it is for 2017 but the new MSC ship, for 2017, is open for bookings at the end of this month. The new Princess ship is being deployed to Asia. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted June 9, 2015 #4 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The new Princess ship is being deployed to Asia. :( It'll be interesting to see who they pick as the new ship's Godmother, as well as where the ship will be christened - in the Med somewhere or in Shanghai? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 9, 2015 #5 Share Posted June 9, 2015 It'll be interesting to see who they pick as the new ship's Godmother, as well as where the ship will be christened - in the Med somewhere or in Shanghai? :confused: Bruce Lee in absentia? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted June 9, 2015 #6 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Bruce Lee in absentia? Oh no you didn't...:eek: ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted June 9, 2015 #7 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The new Princess ship is being deployed to Asia. :( Royal & Regal go to Europe, east coast & Caribbean and the 3rd Royal-class ship goes to Asia. Older west coast favorites like the Sapphire & Diamond go to Asia. Once again Princess shows they don't really care much about the west coast. :( Yes, I am whining but it was very disappointing when Princess ignored the west coast again in favor of Asia...our "new" ships are always years old with the 8 year Ruby being our "new" ship. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JimmyVWine Posted June 9, 2015 #8 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The name should be a "no-brainer". Let's see now.....There is a Ruby, and an Emerald, and a Sapphire, and a Diamond.....What gemstone is there that is crucial to the cruise industry that has not yet been used as the name for a Princess ship? Ah yes.....Ladies and Gentleman, I give you...... The Tanzanite Princess!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazycruzer Posted June 9, 2015 #9 Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) The name should be a "no-brainer". Let's see now.....There is a Ruby, and an Emerald, and a Sapphire, and a Diamond.....What gemstone is there that is crucial to the cruise industry that has not yet been used as the name for a Princess ship? Ah yes.....Ladies and Gentleman, I give you...... The Tanzanite Princess!!! Since she is going to Asia, maybe Pearl Princess??????????? :) Edited June 9, 2015 by lazycruzer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted June 9, 2015 #10 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The name should be a "no-brainer". Let's see now.....There is a Ruby, and an Emerald, and a Sapphire, and a Diamond.....What gemstone is there that is crucial to the cruise industry that has not yet been used as the name for a Princess ship? Ah yes.....Ladies and Gentleman, I give you...... The Tanzanite Princess!!! Riviera Princess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlaskaGolden Posted June 9, 2015 #11 Share Posted June 9, 2015 If they are willing to move away from the Rs then Majestic Princess would be perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted June 9, 2015 #12 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Average rev per berth is about $600 on the SF non-Alaska sailing. Asia is running $800-1000... Royal & Regal go to Europe, east coast & Caribbean and the 3rd Royal-class ship goes to Asia. Older west coast favorites like the Sapphire & Diamond go to Asia. Once again Princess shows they don't really care much about the west coast. :( Yes, I am whining but it was very disappointing when Princess ignored the west coast again in favor of Asia...our "new" ships are always years old with the 8 year Ruby being our "new" ship. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted June 9, 2015 #13 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The current Ocean Princess will be leaving the fleet, so that name will be available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBandJSinUK Posted June 9, 2015 #14 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Sky princess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted June 9, 2015 #15 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Royal & Regal go to Europe, east coast & Caribbean and the 3rd Royal-class ship goes to Asia. Older west coast favorites like the Sapphire & Diamond go to Asia. Once again Princess shows they don't really care much about the west coast. :( Yes, I am whining but it was very disappointing when Princess ignored the west coast again in favor of Asia...our "new" ships are always years old with the 8 year Ruby being our "new" ship. :eek: They have been ignoring the MidWest for even longer :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted June 9, 2015 #16 Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) Average rev per berth is about $600 on the SF non-Alaska sailing. Asia is running $800-1000... I understand the profitability factor & know that it is important for any company to make a profit. Mr. Donald is very vocal promoting passenger satisfaction however to me his actions seem to indicate that profits might be his top priority. It's a fine line to walk & hopefully he'll find the optimum balance between passenger satisfaction & profitability. Edited June 9, 2015 by Astro Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted June 9, 2015 #17 Share Posted June 9, 2015 They have been ignoring the MidWest for even longer :) I thought my whining might elicit such a comment & only surprised that Colo Cruiser didn't post it first...ha, ha! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatcruiseisnext Posted June 9, 2015 #18 Share Posted June 9, 2015 We were told by the captain on the Regal that the new ship would be named the SKY Princess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icat2000 Posted June 9, 2015 #19 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Maybe it might come to Australia for a visit We have the Dawn, Sea and the Sun. Just missing the Sky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted June 9, 2015 #20 Share Posted June 9, 2015 If SF was close to Asia in revenue, I could see that argument. But right now that's way too much money to leave on the table. As more ships get moved there, eventually the market will saturate, but for now, Asia is home to 3/4 of a BILLION potential first time cruisers (who are the most profitable) with 6 ships there full time averaging 4000 pax they could flip the ships over with all new cruisers every week and still have a 500 year supply. I understand the profitability factor & know that it is important for any company to make a profit. Mr. Donald is very vocal promoting passenger satisfaction however to me his actions seem to indicate that profits might be his top priority. It's a fine line to walk & hopefully he'll find the optimum balance between passenger satisfaction & profitability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spingal Posted June 9, 2015 #21 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Royal & Regal go to Europe, east coast & Caribbean and the 3rd Royal-class ship goes to Asia. Older west coast favorites like the Sapphire & Diamond go to Asia. Once again Princess shows they don't really care much about the west coast. :( Yes, I am whining but it was very disappointing when Princess ignored the west coast again in favor of Asia...our "new" ships are always years old with the 8 year Ruby being our "new" ship. :eek: I completely agree!!!!! Come on Princess -- give us one of the newer ships! :mad::mad::mad::mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 9, 2015 #22 Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) They have been ignoring the MidWest for even longer :) I have heard Columbus stopped in Denver at some point. :cool: They have been ignoring us too. :( Edited June 9, 2015 by Colo Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JimmyVWine Posted June 9, 2015 #23 Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) We were told by the captain on the Regal that the new ship would be named the SKY Princess. Seems like they are missing out on an alternative revenue stream, i.e., naming rights. Think how much money PCL could realize if it named the new ship "SKYY Princess". And they could re-name the Diamond Princess as the "Diamonds International Princess". And the Crown and the Royal could be combined into the "Crown Royal" I and the "Crown Royal II". :D;):cool: Edited June 9, 2015 by JimmyVWine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 9, 2015 #24 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Seems like they are missing out on an alternative revenue stream, i.e., naming rights. Think how much money PCL could realize if it named the new ship "SKYY Princess". And they could re-name the Diamond Princess as the "Diamonds International Princess". And the Crown and the Royal could be combined into the "Crown Royal" I and the "Crown Royal II". :D;):cool: Or Coke Princess since they don't do Pepsi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchip Posted June 9, 2015 #25 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Seems like they are missing out on an alternative revenue stream, i.e., naming rights. Think how much money PCL could realize if it named the new ship "SKYY Princess". And they could re-name the Diamond Princess as the "Diamonds International Princess". And the Crown and the Royal could be combined into the "Crown Royal" I and the "Crown Royal II". :D;):cool: :D:D:D Cheers, Denise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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