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Diamond Princess
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Diamond Princess Came into service in 2004 for princess cruises she was built in Japan by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries at a cost of $500 million us dollars, the ships godmother is Yoshiko Tsukuda (wife of president of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries).
On board the ship there is 10 different options for passenger accommodation to choose from starting from the basic interior cabin which comes equipped with Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk and Private bathroom with shower, up to Premium accommodations like the 730-square-foot grand suite with balcony which come equipped with an array of additional amenities, some suites even come with their very own hot tub.
Diamond princess offers several formal dining rooms in the cruise tradition, with Traditional Dining at the same times for each meal other dining options include local specialties and gourmet favourites from the ships speciality restaurants, flexible anytime dining which means you aren't limited to eating at a fixed time or place on the ship and finally casual dining where you can Get a quick and satisfying bite such as burgers hot dogs and pizza whenever you like from the various Casual Dining eateries.
The ship does not disappoint with its on board entertainment and is equipped with all the usual cruise ship facilities such as a casino, pools and whirlpools, the princess theatre sets the stage with captivating productions and some of the most talented musicians, singers and dancers at sea.
For younger guests youth and teen centre’s are fully equipped with everything from the latest video games and movies, to arts and crafts, fooseball tables, board games and jukeboxes. And for the littlest ones, activities like kids' karaoke, pizza parties, pyjama nights and more.
Onboard Entertainment and Facilities
| Pools |  |
whirlpools | |
| Flowrider |  |
Rock wall | |
| Restaurants & Bars | |
Shops | |
| Fast Food | |
Room Service | |
| Nightclub or Disco | |
Lounge | |
| Theater | |
Cafe's | |
| Casino | |
Piano Bar | |
| Pursers desk | |
Excursion desk | |
| Library | |
Photo shop | |
| Card room | |
Medical room | |
| Laundry room | |
Sauna/steam room | |
| Gym | |
Childrens activity clubs | |
| Babysitting service | |
Video games room | |
| Sports facilities | |
Outdoor movie theater | |
Ship Specifications
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