Australia & New Zealand

8 nights departing Tuesday 15th Oct 2019

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	15th15	OctOct	201919	Auckland, New Zealand, embark on the Ruby Princess		18:00
Auckland is called the City of Sails, and visitors flying in will see why. On the East Coast is the Waitemata Harbour—a Māori word meaning sparkling waters—which is bordered by the Hauraki Gulf, an aquatic playground peppered with small islands where many Aucklanders can be found "mucking around in boats."Not surprisingly, Auckland has some 70,000 boats. About one in four households in Auckland has a seacraft of some kind, and there are 102 beaches within an hour's drive; during the week many are quite empty. Even the airport is by the water; it borders the Manukau Harbour, which also takes its name from the Māori language and means solitary bird.According to Māori tradition, the Auckland isthmus was originally peopled by a race of giants and fairy folk. When Europeans arrived in the early 19th century, however, the Ngāti-Whātua tribe was firmly in control of the region. The British began negotiations with the Ngāti-Whātua in 1840 to purchase the isthmus and establish the colony's first capital. In September of that year the British flag was hoisted to mark the township's foundation, and Auckland remained the capital until 1865, when the seat of government was moved to Wellington. Aucklanders expected to suffer from the shift; it hurt their pride but not their pockets. As the terminal for the South Sea shipping routes, Auckland was already an established commercial center. Since then the urban sprawl has made this city of approximately 1.3 million people one of the world's largest geographically.A couple of days in the city will reveal just how developed and sophisticated Auckland is—the Mercer City Survey 2012 saw it ranked as the third-highest city for quality of life—though those seeking a New York in the South Pacific will be disappointed. Auckland is more get-up and go-outside than get-dressed-up and go-out. That said, most shops are open daily, central bars and a few nightclubs buzz well into the wee hours, especially Thursday through Saturday, and a mix of Māori, Pacific people, Asians, and Europeans contributes to the cultural milieu. Auckland has the world's largest single population of Pacific Islanders living outside their home countries, though many of them live outside the central parts of the city and in Manukau to the south. The Samoan language is the second most spoken in New Zealand. Most Pacific people came to New Zealand seeking a better life. When the plentiful, low-skilled work that attracted them dried up, the dream soured, and the population has suffered with poor health and education. Luckily, policies are now addressing that, and change is slowly coming. The Pacifica Festival in March is the region's biggest cultural event, attracting thousands to Western Springs. The annual Pacific Island Secondary Schools’ Competition, also in March, sees young Pacific Islander and Asian students compete in traditional dance, drumming, and singing. This event is open to the public.At the geographical center of Auckland city is the 1,082-foot Sky Tower, a convenient landmark for those exploring on foot and some say a visible sign of the city's naked aspiration. It has earned nicknames like the Needle and the Big Penis—a counterpoint to a poem by acclaimed New Zealand poet James K. Baxter, which refers to Rangitoto Island as a clitoris in the harbor.The Waitemata Harbour has become better known since New Zealand staged its first defense of the America's Cup in 2000 and the successful Louis Vuitton Pacific Series in early 2009. The first regatta saw major redevelopment of the waterfront. The area, where many of the city's most popular bars, cafés, and restaurants are located, is now known as Viaduct Basin or, more commonly, the Viaduct. A recent expansion has created another area, Wynyard Quarter, which is slowly adding restaurants.These days, Auckland is still considered too bold and brash for its own good by many Kiwis who live "south of the Bombay Hills," the geographical divide between Auckland and the rest of New Zealand (barring Northland). "Jafa," an acronym for "just another f—ing Aucklander," has entered the local lexicon; there's even a book out called Way of the Jafa: A Guide to Surviving Auckland and Aucklanders. A common complaint is that Auckland absorbs the wealth from the hard work of the rest of the country. Most Aucklanders, on the other hand, still try to shrug and see it as the parochial envy of those who live in small towns. But these internal identity squabbles aren't your problem. You can enjoy a well-made coffee in almost any café, or take a walk on a beach—knowing that within 30 minutes' driving time you could be cruising the spectacular harbor, playing a round at a public golf course, or even walking in subtropical forest while listening to the song of a native tûî bird.
	16th16	OctOct	201919	Tauranga, New Zealand	06:30	17:30
The population center of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is one of New Zealand's fastest-growing cities. Along with its neighbor, Whakatane, this seaside city claims to be one of the country's sunniest towns. Unlike most local towns, Tauranga doesn't grind to a halt in the off-season, because it has one of the busiest ports in the country, and the excellent waves at the neighboring beach resort of Mount Maunganui—just across Tauranga's harbor bridge—always draw surfers and holiday folk.
	17th17	OctOct	201919	At Sea
	18th18	OctOct	201919	Akaroa, New Zealand	08:00	18:00
	19th19	OctOct	201919	Port Chalmers, New Zealand	08:00	18:00
European whaling ships first called at Otago Province during the early decades of the 1800s, yielding a mixed response from the native Māori. In 1848 Dunedin was settled, and by the mid-1860s the city was the economic hub of the Otago gold rush. Dunedin's historical wealth endures in such institutions as the University of Otago, the oldest in the country. But if any region can bring out the bird-watcher in you, this is it; the area is home to the Royal Albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.
	20th20	OctOct	201919	Fiordland National Park, New Zealand	08:00	17:00
	21st21	OctOct	201919	At Sea
	22nd22	OctOct	201919	At Sea
	23rd23	OctOct	201919	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, disembark the Ruby Princess	06:00
Sydney belongs to the exclusive club of cities that generate excitement. At the end of a marathon flight there's renewed vitality in the cabin as the plane circles the city, where thousands of yachts are suspended on the dark water and the sails of the Opera House glisten in the distance. Blessed with dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, Sydney is among the most beautiful cities on the planet.With 4.6 million people, Sydney is the biggest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. A wave of immigration from the 1950s has seen the Anglo-Irish immigrants who made up the city's original population joined by Italians, Greeks, Turks, Lebanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thais, and Indonesians. This intermingling has created a cultural vibrancy and energy—and a culinary repertoire—that was missing only a generation ago.Sydneysiders embrace their harbor with a passion. Indented with numerous bays and beaches, Sydney Harbour is the presiding icon for the city, and urban Australia. Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the 11-ship First Fleet, wrote in his diary when he first set eyes on the harbor on January 26, 1788: "We had the satisfaction of finding the finest harbor in the world."Although a visit to Sydney is an essential part of an Australian experience, the city is no more representative of Australia than Los Angeles is of the United States. Sydney has joined the ranks of the great cities whose characters are essentially international. What Sydney offers is style, sophistication, and great looks—an exhilarating prelude to the continent at its back door.

Ruby Princess

Launch Year

2008

Refit Year

2015

Tonnage

113,561

Capacity

3,082

Cabins

1,542

Accessible

Deck 19

Deck 18

Deck 17

Deck 16

Deck 15

Deck 14

Deck 12

Deck 11

Deck 10

Deck 9

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

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Family Suite with Balcony

This Suite stateroom includes a spacious cabin and large balcony along with special suite-only benefits. As well as a separate seating area with a sofa bed, and walk-in closet, they feature balcony furniture with room for four, two comfortable loungers, a table and two chairs, Complimentary mini-bar set-up, CD/DVD player with access to a complimentary DVD library, Comfortable luxury pillow-top mattress, Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Upgraded bathroom amenities and hair dryer, Two flat-panel satellite TVs, Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow, Refrigerator, Writing desk and phone, 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings, Daily housekeeping service, and an enhanced nightly turn-down service.

Interior

The Interior staterooms are richly appointed with fine amenities such as Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed, Private bathroom with shower, Shampoo, conditioner and body lotion, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk, 110V AC electrical outlet with U.S. plug fittings, daily housekeeping service, and nightly turn-down service. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

Mini-Suite with Balcony

The luxurious Mini-Suite offers a separate seating area with a sofa bed for lounging or sleeping a third passenger. The bathroom offers a combination tub and shower with Shampoo, conditioner and body lotion. Other features include, a welcome glass of champagne, Balcony with patio furniture, Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed, Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow, Two flat-panel televisions, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk, 110-volt, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings, daily housekeeping service. Some Mini-Suites also have a pullman bed to accommodate a 4th passenger.

Oceanview

Featuring a picture window for memorable views, the Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

Premium Balcony

The Premium Balcony and Balcony staterooms are appointed with fine amenities such as Balcony patio furniture, Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed, Private bathroom with shower and Shampoo, conditioner and body lotion, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk, 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings, daily housekeeping service, Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow. Premium staterooms feature a large balcony of 54 to 109 square feet and/or have a rear-facing balcony from which to enjoy dramatic wake views. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

Suite with Balcony

This Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large balcony along with special suite-only benefits. As well as a separate seating area with a sofa bed, and walk-in closet, they feature balcony furniture with room for four, two comfortable loungers, a table and two chairs, Complimentary mini-bar set-up, CD/DVD player with access to a complimentary DVD library, Comfortable luxury pillow-top mattress, Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Upgraded bathroom amenities and hair dryer, Two flat-panel satellite TVs, Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow, Refrigerator, Writing desk and phone, 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings, Daily housekeeping service, and an enhanced nightly turn-down service.

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Anytime Dining- Michelangelo & Da Vinci

Just like a restaurant at home, Anytime Dining enables guests the freedom to dine when and with whom they wish..

The Da Vinci Dining Room on Deck 6 is open for breakfast, served between 7.30am and 9.30am, afternoon tea from 3.30 to 4.30 and Princess' Anytime Seating Option for Dinner from 7.30pm to 10pm.

The Michelangelo Dining Room on Deck 5 of the ship is open for dinner only between 5.30pm and 10pm with anytime seating arrangements allowing passengers the flexibility to select a dining time to suit each day, seated either with other guests or at a table for two.

Breakfast options range from cereals, bagels with smoked salmon and cream cheese, eggs cooked in a variety of ways, fresh fruit, pancakes, muffins and pastries, cold meats and two specials each morning such as Alaska scrambled or eggs Florentine.

Examples of lunch choices include chefs salad, hamburgers and chicken burgers, tortilla soup, roast beef sandwiches and fried catfish.

Afternoon tea offers finger sandwiches, pastries, scones and cookies served with white-glove service accompanied by a wide selection of premium teas or coffee and music for entertainment.

All main dining rooms tend to offer the same four course dinner menu with set choices on one side of the menu and nightly changing themed selections on the other side. The option of an 'always available menu' is also provided including steaks, chicken breast and salmon.

Examples of evening meals include poached seafood and avocado, vegetarian spring rolls or blue crab cake quiche for starters, grilled vegetables on lettuce salad or tortellini and spinach soup, New York strip with peppercorn sauce, lobster or spaghetti carbonara for mains and pistachio ice cream, chocolate cake or fresh fruits for dessert.

Vegetarian options such as aubergine lasagne and fettuccine alfredo are also available along with Lotus Spa healthy options.

Casual Dining

Want to maximise your pool time and minimise your mealtime? Get a quick and satisfying bite whenever you like at our Casual Dining eateries, or get take-out and dine by the pool.

Trident Grill– The Grill overlooks the pool deck and offers an array of burgers, hot dogs, kebabs and pies amongst other choices.

Pizzeria– A perennial Princess passenger favourite, here they serve up freshly made Italian-style pizza by the slice, featuring classic flavours and a daily special.

Sundaes Ice cream bar – Passengers can enjoy a refreshing soft-serve cone complete with dipping sauces and sprinkles or splurge on other ice cream treats.

International Café- The International Café is the place for an ever-changing array of snacks and coffee selections from cappuccino to café au lait. Guests may enjoy freshly baked croissants or beignets in the morning, gourmet paninis and salads at lunchtime, or homemade gelato in the evening. Coffee lovers will find an expanded coffee program featuring a variety of specialty coffee drinks made from a selection of six different coffee beans.

Crown Grill

Recently voted one of the "Best Cruise Ship Steakhouses" by USA Today, the Crown Grill features premium beef and seafood items, plus up-scale appetisers and special desserts. This unique concept offers a show-place eatery with an open, theatre-style kitchen where chefs custom-prepare steamed shellfish such as lobster, scallops, clams and mussels and cooked-to-order steaks and chops.

Horizon Court Buffet

An expanded top-deck buffet featuring multiple live stations, Horizon Court offers a wide selection of buffet meals or snacks. A primary feature of Princess ships, the top-of-the-ship restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning sea views as a backdrop for a quick breakfast or casual dinner.

At night, the Horizon Court becomes Café Caribe. This themed buffet captures the flavours of the Caribbean. This elegant but casual dining option presents a changing menu of Caribbean themes with specialties such as Paella-Style Prawns, Whole Roast Suckling Pig, Jerk Chicken, Guiana Pepperpots and Curries, and many more local favourites. The buffet court features an open kitchen where guests can order their meal cooked to their specifications.and offers a casual, self-service buffet.

Sabatini's

This Italian restaurant is a refined yet casual dining establishment rich in atmosphere, showcasing an Italian and Mediterranean menu with a heavy emphasis on premium seafood. Sabatini's is open for dinner from 6pm until 11pm.

Traditional Dining Room- Botecelli's Din

The Botticelli Dining room is the ship's traditional dining room allowing guests to eat at the same time and table each evening with either an early option of 6pm or late option of 8.15pm.

Vegetarian options such as aubergine lasagne and fettuccine alfredo are also available along with Lotus Spa healthy options.

Ultimate Balcony Dining

Choose a luxurious breakfast or experience the "ultimate" romantic dinner at sea: a sumptuous four-course meal, including succulent lobster tail and juicy steak, your beverage of choice, hors d’oeuvres, all served right on your balcony served by our dedicated waitstaff!

Vines

Casual Dining at its best, a Wine, sushi and tapas bar. Voted one of the 'Best Wine Bars at Sea' by USA Today!

This wine bar offers an extensive menu with more than 30 wines available by the glass plus a series of wine flights. Wine lovers can pair their selections with fresh bites including seafood treats, tapas and artisan meats and cheeses. On some vessels, the adjacent wine shop offers guests the opportunity to purchase their favorite bottle. (Note: Food is complimentary with a beverage purchase.)

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Platinum Studio

The Platinum Studio, located on the 19th Deck in between the sports court and Princess Links mini golf, provides guests with the opportunity to have natural black and white portrait pictures taken using creative lighting.

The sessions are free with no obligation to purchase the photos which guests can look through and select their favourite if they do wish to buy it.

Leaves Tea Room & Library

This fusion of tea lounge and library, Leaves offers a distinctive opportunity for guests to custom-blend a variety of base teas with herbs, fruits and spices to create a personalised tea blend.

Created in partnership with Mighty Leaf Tea Company, one of the world’s premier maker of artisan teas, Leaves gives guests an impressive choice of up to 500 different tea blends to suit their palates. A trained tea sommelier assists guests in blending a personalised tea creation.

Within the Library, The Princess Cruises Book Club offers an opportunity for fascinating literary discussions among passengers. Book selections are carefully selected from a variety of sources, offering titles that appeal to many different interests.

Depending on the length of the voyage, one or more Book Club meetings will be scheduled. For those who wish to participate on their voyage but haven’t yet read the selection, multiple copies of the book will be available at the ship’s library.

Internet Café

The internet is available onboard the ship either in the Internet Café on Deck 5 or via passengers' personal wi-fi devices. Charges apply.

Crooners Bar

The Crooners Lounge and Bar, located midship on deck 7 opens from 1pm onwards and is reminiscent of a classic Martini bar.

Evening entertainment features live piano music with requests and name that tune elements. Here they also offer an enticing menu of 75 martinis, plus entertainers at spectacular duelling glass pianos.

Speakeasy Cigar Lounge

A small lounge with a relaxing atmosphere, providing guests with a place to relax with a glass of single malt whiskey or vintage port in one hand and a Montecristo Cigar in the other.

Adagio Bar

Live piano or jazz music in a club-like ambience, Adagio's, located adjacent to Sabatini's Italian Restaurant, offers stunning views and the ideal place for pre and post dinner drinks after eating in Sabatini's.

Open from 6pm onwards it serves up Italian inspired cocktails accompanied by complimentary olives and an extensive wine list with live musical entertainment from classical piano recitals to jazz.

Passengers eating at Sabatini's can retire to Adagio's to enjoy their desserts and Italian style coffee and liqueurs.

Wheelhouse Bar

Step into the Wheelhouse Bar on-board for a taste of British tradition. You'll find a menu of favourites advertised on chalkboards and displayed on counters for an authentic pub feel including fish & chips or a hearty Ploughman's Lunch.

Skywalker's Nightclub

A popular, top-deck nightclub.

During the day its location makes it an ideal observation lounge to sit and enjoy the ever changing scenery.

Club Fusion

Offering a selection of Latin and Rhythm & Blue music, this show lounge is host to Karaoke contests and themed parties.

With plenty of seats, guests can also opt to sit and enjoy the entertainment with a drink from the bar.

Explorer's Lounge

This Asian/African inspired area hosts night-club and cabaret style performances as well as doubles as a Sports bar on occasions.

Gatsby's Casino

Choose from 17 table games in this spacious casino, located on Deck 6.

Featuring games tables including roulette, poker, craps and blackjack it also hosts a range of slots and video poker machines as well as the ships daily bingo sessions.

Complimentary gaming sessions are available for newcomers.

The Casino also has its own bar and is open to over 21's only.

Movies Under The Stars

The 300 square foot outdoor movie theatre offers a unique opportunity to enjoy blockbuster movies against a backdrop of twinkling stars. Personal touches include comfortable chaise lounges, complimentary popcorn, warm cookies and milk, with cosy blankets in the evenings.

Princess Theatre

Princess Cruises largest theatre yet, with sophisticated architectural lighting. West End-style shows are on every cruise, with more than one performance each evening allowing passengers the flexibility to see a show before or after dinner. With lively music, stunning choreography and some of the largest casts at sea.

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Remix

Ages 13-17- Featuring a new lounge area, perfect for meeting new friends, with skeeball, foosball, and great video games. In the teen-only exclusive lounges, junior cruisers can come and go as they please.

Make new friends whilst enjoying PS2/PS3 and Wii games, football tables, sports competitions and late night movies. Take part in the shipboard Olympics, mocktail parties, DJ workshops, or check out the hot tub parties and formal dinners.

Princess Pelicans

Ages 3-7- There’s an exciting toddler area, a mini air hockey table, great arts and crafts stations, plus a space for group activities like movie nights.

Offering dance parties, movies and cartoons, along with ice cream and pizza parties, your little ones can enjoy t-shirt colouring, theme nights and getting creative with art projects.

Shockwaves

Ages 8-12- Offering games and activities like air hockey, skeeball, and video game stations – not to mention a dedicated lounge with a giant TV and arts and crafts tables.

There are plenty of exciting activities for older kids to enjoy, including kids-only dinners, movies, PS2/PS3, Wii (and all the latest games), along with scavenger hunts, talent shows and sports tournaments. California Science Centre workshops and junior chef@sea educational classes are also on offer.

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Holiday Summary

	8 nights aboard the Ruby Princess
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Complimentary daily afternoon tea
	Choice of traditional or anytime dining
	Complimentary 24-hour room service
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	Drinks package available
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

	Interior staterooms
	IE	Inside
	IA	Inside
	IB	Inside
	IC	Inside
	IF	Inside
	ID	Inside

	Oceanview staterooms
	OE	Outside
	OF	Outside
	OB	Outside
	OW	Outside
	OV	Outside
	OZ	Outside
	OC	Outside
	OY	Outside

	Balcony staterooms
	BD	Balcony
	B4	Balcony
	B2	Balcony
	BB	Balcony
	BA	Balcony
	BF	Balcony
	B1	Balcony
	BC	Balcony
	BE	Balcony

	Suite staterooms
	S6	Suite
	S3	Suite
	S2	Suite
	S8	Suite
	S5	Suite
	S4	Suite
	M1	Mini-Suite
	MB	Mini-Suite
	ME	Mini-Suite
	MD	Mini-Suite