Dawn Princess
Based in Australia year-round and using only Australian currency onboard, Dawn Princess offers passengers a unique experience throughout some of the most exotic destinations in the world, including Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Whether you’re in the mood for the peaceful tranquility of the Sanctuary®, our outdoor retreat exclusively for adults, or you’re seeking a family night out at Movies Under the Stars®, Dawn Princess offers it all. And, on a ship christened by the original cast of the Love Boat, romance is always in the air.
Ship Statistics | |
Year Built | 1997 |
Last Refurbished | 2009 |
Tonnage | 77,000 tons |
Registry | Great Britain |
Length | 856 feet |
Beam | 106 feet |
Passenger Capacity | 1,998 |
Crew Size | 900 |
Total Inside Cabins | 372 |
Total Outside Cabins | 603 |
Cabins & Suites w/ verandas | 410 |
Suites | 38 |
Maximum Occupancy per room | 4 |
Age Restrictions | One person must be 21 or older |
Dinner Seatings | 2 |
Seating Assignments in Main Dining Room |
Assigned |
Dining Hours | 5:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. |
Dining Room Dress Code | Dining |
Tipping Recommended? | Yes |
Tipping Guidelines | $11.50 – $12.00 per guest, per day (depending on stateroom category) automatically charged to onboard account (amount can be adjusted according to quality of service received). For all sailings departing on or after 1/1/2016, service charges will be increased to $13.95 per guest, per day for suites and mini suites, and $12.95 per guest, per day for all other staterooms. 15% tip included on beverage orders. |
Onboard Currency | Australia Dollar |
Onboard Currency Notes | On Australia cruises, the Australia Dollar is the onboard currency. |
Services & Amenities | |
Bars/Lounges | 7 |
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop | Yes |
Casino | Yes |
Chapel | No |
Disco/Dancing | Yes |
Elevators | 9 |
Hot Tub | 5 |
Cell Phone Service | Yes |
Internet Center | Yes |
Wireless Internet Access | Yes |
Note: Available in certain areas | |
Laundry/Dry Cleaning | Yes |
Library | Yes |
Movie Theatre | Yes |
Outdoor Movie Screen | Yes |
Onboard Weddings | No |
Self Serve Laundromats | Yes |
Shops | Yes |
Showroom | Yes |
Spa | Yes |
Video Arcade | No |
Fitness & Sports Facilities | |
Basketball Court | Yes |
Fitness Center | Yes |
Golf Driving Net | No |
Golf Simulator | Yes |
Ice Skating Rink | No |
Jogging Track | No |
Mini-Golf Course | No |
Rock Climbing Wall | No |
Swimming Pool | 4 |
Note: 1 Heated | |
Tennis Court | Yes |
Water Slide | No |
Water Sports Platform | No |
Cabin Features & Amenities | |
24-Hour Room Service | Yes |
Hair Dryer | Yes |
Safe | Yes |
Telephone | Yes |
Television | Yes |
Kids Facilities | |
Babysitting | Yes |
Children’s Playroom | Yes |
Kiddie Pool | No |
Supervised Youth Program | Yes |
Teen Center | Yes |
Special Needs & Requests | |
Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors) |
No |
Kosher Meals | Yes |
Single Occupancy Cabins | No |
Single Share Program | No |
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins | 19 |