Key Aspects:
- Crown Princess is back in business after a 3-week visit to dry dock.
- She returns to service with exciting new additions, such as O’Malley’s Irish Pub and a new EFFY lounge.
- The Princess ship is now making her way Down Under to begin her Australian season.
Princess Cruises’ Crown Princess is ending the year and sailing into 2026 with some major enhancements onboard.
The 2006-launched vessel has just completed a dry dock stint in Singapore, which began on November 29, 2025.
The three-week maintenance period led to the cancellation of multiple voyages for the 3,080-guest ship, but the improvements made over the last month should make the inconvenience worth it.
The Grand-class ship has re-entered service with its very own O’Malley’s Irish Pub, a reimagined casino, and an EFFY Lounge and High-End Vault.
“Every drydock is an opportunity to elevate the guest experience, and Crown Princess’ latest enhancements reflect our ongoing commitment to evolve and modernize our onboard offerings,” said Lorna Warren, Princess Cruises Vice President, Hotel Operations and Guest Experience.
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Crown Princess last entered dry dock for routine maintenance in October of 2022, and her last major refurbishment was in 2018 – so it was certainly time for a guest-focused refresh.
All About The Improvements
First, the Princess ship got its very own O’Malley’s Irish Pub, which offers delicious food, late-night bites, and live music.
The pub replaced the Wheelhouse Bar on Deck 7, and has seating for 134 guests at a time (including 12 bar stools).
The popular hangout spot can also be found onboard Star Princess, Sun Princess, Majestic Princess, Discovery Princess, Emerald Princess, and Enchanted Princess.
Up next was a refresh to Gatsby’s Casino, which is located on Deck 6 near the Princess Theater.
The Gatsby-inspired haunt has been given a redesigned casino bar, upgraded gaming equipment, new slot machine themes, and an updated casino cashier area.
Of course, if you are going to gamble, please make sure to do so responsibly.
Finally, the former Internet Cafe on Deck 5 has been transformed into an EFFY Lounge and High-End Vault, which features stunning jewelry from the New York City-based brand.
While other cruise ships have EFFY stores, the lounge is meant to have a more modern feel that is perfect for hosting cocktail hours and special events.
In addition to these new enhancements, the 113,561-gross ton ship also underwent routine maintenance, including standard propeller work and getting a fresh coat of paint.
Where is Crown Princess Going Next?
If you want to be among the first to experience the refreshed offerings onboard Crown Princess, you’ll need to make your way Down Under.
On December 19, 2025, the Princess ship left Singapore on a 16-night, one-way cruise from Asia to Brisbane, Australia. She will arrive on January 4, 2026.
Sailing primarily from Brisbane and Sydney, Crown Princess will operate a series of sailings to destinations throughout Australia, New Zealand, New Caledonia, and Vanuatu.
These sailings range in length from quick 4-night getaways to longer 29-day voyages.
In May 2026, the ship will begin her next world cruise – a 114-night voyage that will visit 48 destinations across 31 countries and six continents.
The start of the sailing will be staggered – with embarkations on May 6 in Auckland, May 10 in Sydney, and May 12 in Brisbane.
