The Ruby Princess

Ruby Princess

A Calender

2008

A Weight

113,000

A Ruler

290 Meters

A Gauge

23 Knots

Stick people

3,600 Guests

People

1,100 Crew

Discover

Your floating resort

Ruby Princess is a Princess Cruises vessel, which was built in 2008 by Fincantieri in Trieste, Italy. She is a Grand-class cruise ship and her sister ships are the Crown Princess and Emerald Princess. She was officially named at Fort Lauderdale, Florida in November 2008 by Trista and Ryan Sutter from The Bachelor fame.

Ruby Princess was the first to debut a new program called the Ultimate Ship Tour, where guests are given a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the ship. Weight-wise she was the biggest ship in the Princess fleet before the Royal Princess took over the title. She is currently based in Los Angeles for cruises to the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii and California coastal cruises and will be based in Australia from 2019.

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Restaurants

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Michelangelo Main Dining Room

This flexible main dining room opens for dinner every day between 5:30 pm and 10 pm. It can be found on deck five at the Plaza and offers flexible anytime seating arrangements and you can get a table for two if you want a more intimate dining experience.

All of the main dining rooms offer the same 4 course dinner menu, where you can choose between the classics being served every night and the nightly themed dishes, which changes every day. Staples that are always available and really good are steaks, salmon and chicken breast meals.

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Da Vinci

This formal dining room opens daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is on deck six and offers breakfast from 7.30 am and 9.30 am, afternoon tea from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm and Princess' Anytime Seating option for dinner between 7.30 pm to 10 pm. Examples of lunch choices include hamburgers, chef's salad, roast beef sandwiches, tortilla soup, and fried catfish.

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Botticelli

This formal dining room is one of three main dining rooms on board and it opens for dinner daily from 6 pm to 10:00 pm. It's the Ruby Princess' traditional dining room where you can eat dinner at the same table and time every night, early being at 6 pm and late being at 8:15 pm. Vegetarian options such as fettuccine alfredo aubergine lasagne and are also available along with healthy options offered by the Lotus Spa.

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Sabatini's

This select Italian dining venue has a cover charge and opens daily for breakfast and dinner. You will find it on the sun deck (sixteen) where you can enjoy some fine dining with a view, although reservations are recommended. Breakfast is from 7:30 am to 10:30 am and it opens for dinner at between 6 pm and 11 pm. As well as their scrumptious Italian food, they also serve premium seafood on their a la carte menu.

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Reserve Collection Restaurant

Start your evening with intention at the Reserve Collection Restaurant on Ruby Princess, Princess Cruises premium specialty dining experience that turns dinner into a curated culinary event. In an intimate, elegantly appointed dining room you will enjoy a multi-course tasting menu crafted from seasonal, high-quality ingredients and presented with artful precision. Expect inventive seafood and meat dishes, chef-driven techniques and thoughtful vegetarian options, all paired with optional sommelier-selected wine pairings that elevate each course.

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International cafe

Fuel your voyage with a perfect shot at International Cafe aboard Ruby Princess, the promenade espresso bar that turns every coffee run into a tasteful holiday ritual. This stylish, guest-first café pours expertly brewed specialty coffee and velvety espresso drinks alongside flaky pastries, creamy gelato and fresh panini—ideal for grab-and-go breakfasts, people-watching with a latte or a pre-show caffeine rescue. With comfy seating, promenade views and speedy, friendly service, International Cafe is perfectly placed for shore-excursion mornings and leisurely afternoons alike.

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Coffee and Cones

Kick off your sweet-tooth patrol at Coffee and Cones on Ruby Princess, the promenade scoop shop that pairs specialty coffee with creamy gelato and indulgent ice cream treats. Perfect for families, snack hunters and anyone who believes dessert counts as a daily essential, this cheerful counter serves espresso, lattes and iced coffees alongside rotating gelato flavours, sundaes, cones and playful toppings. Fast, friendly service and grab-and-go convenience make it ideal between shows, after shore excursions or as a late-night sugar fix.

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The Salty Dog Grill

When your cruise mood says "feed me poolside", head straight to The Salty Dog Grill on Ruby Princess, the sun-soaked, casual poolside grill that turns simple cravings into joy with every bite. Think flame-grilled burgers, loaded fries, hearty sandwiches, crisp salads and playful hot dogs made for sharing or solo conquering, all served with speedy, guest-first service so you spend more time lounging and less time waiting. Family-friendly by day and perfectly relaxed by sunset, Salty Dog pairs easygoing alfresco dining with panoramic sea views and a menu that caters to vegetarians and picky eaters alike. Ideal for quick lunches, post-pool refuels or late-night comfort food, it combines great value with the kind of laid-back atmosphere that defines your best-at-sea moments.

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Crab Shack

Grab a bib and prepare for a deliciously messy good time at Crab Shack on Ruby Princess, the specialty seafood restaurant that turns dinner into a communal celebration of shellfish. Picture steaming seafood boils, whole lobster, king crab legs, shrimp, clams and oysters piled high, tossed in garlic butter or spicy Cajun seasoning and served with corn, potatoes and enough napkins to start a small revolution. Family-friendly and hugely shareable, Crab Shack is perfect for groups, date nights that refuse to be subtle, or anyone who believes seafood tastes better when you get your hands involved.

Bars and Lounges

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Wheelhouse Bar

Wheelhouse Bar

This bar can be found on deck seven at the Promenade and it usually open at around 4 pm. It offers a free traditional British style pub lunch on certain days. It's the perfect spot to enjoy some live music and dancing, as it serves a great selection of drinks as well as live piano entertainment.

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Vines Wine Bar

Vines Wine Bar

This lovely wine bar can be found on deck five at the Plaza, and it open daily from 11 am to 11 pm. When you buy your drinks, you will be able to enjoy the complimentary tapas and sushi on offer. They serve an exciting mix of new and old-world wines and you can choose whether you want to buy a glass or take part in a wine tasting. It is an ideal spot for some pre or post dinner drinks.

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Crooners Lounge and Bar

Crooners Lounge and Bar

This piano bar is located midship on deck seven at the Promenade and opens daily from 1 pm onwards. It has the decor and vibe of a classic Martini bar and it offers evening entertainment such as live piano players that take requests or name that tune contests. It overlooks the central Piazza and serves an incredible variety of martinis.

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Good Spirits at Sea

Good Spirits at Sea

Transform an ordinary night into a cocktail masterclass at Good Spirits at Sea on Ruby Princess, the hands-on mixology workshop that turns curious sippers into confident cocktail makers. In this lively onboard experience you will learn shaking, stirring and muddling techniques from expert mixologists, build and taste a flight of signature cocktails, and take home recipe cards so you can impress friends long after the cruise ends.

Activities & Entertainment

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Princess Theatre

Princess Theatre

The Princess theatre is the Ruby Princess' largest entertainment venue, spanning deck six and seven. During the day, you can attend workshops, demonstrations and seminars. The nights are filled with spectacular entertainment such as production shows, singers, entertainers and comedians.

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Explorers Lounge

Explorers Lounge

The Explorers show lounge is midship on deck seven and serves as the Ruby Princess' second entertainment venue. It has its own bar, dance floor and stage as well as a wide variety of entertainment acts for your enjoyment. Examples of shows are art auctions, movies, classical concerts and comedy hypnotist. It plays host to Liars club, which offers music and dancing entertainment.

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Gatsby's

Gatsby's

The ship's main casino is based the Fiesta Deck (six). They have a wide variety of slots and video poker machines as well as hosting daily bingo sessions. Their games tables include: craps, roulette, poker, and blackjack.

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