Emerald Princess
Ship Facts
Length: 951 feet
Beam: 195 feet
Draft: 26 feet
Cruising Speed: 21.5 knots
Guests: 3,078
Crew: 1,200
Ships Registry: Bermuda
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Transatlantic Bears & Gay Group Cruise 2025
From Fort Lauderdale to Rome
15 nights from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Rome, Italy
March 24 – April 08, 2025
Princess Cruises Emerald Princess
 Have you ever thought of traversing an entire ocean from coast to coast? You can go further than you ever thought possible on a Transatlantic cruise, crossing the waves between the U.S. and Europe. When it comes to crossing the ocean with Princess Cruises, it really is about the journey. It’s an opportunity to take the time to relax and revel in the experience of traveling. But more than that, it’s the perfect chance to fit in all the things you never have time for at home, or to try something new. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the Atlantic on a cruise that departs from gay friendly Fort Lauderdale to Rome, Italy.
Experience a Transatlantic cruise vacation like no other aboard Emerald Princess. With our 15-night journey, you’ll enjoy relaxing days at sea, as well as visit some of the most amazing destinations in the world on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.
Experience the golden age of ocean travel on a Trans-Atlantic cruise with Princess. Get to know the tranquility of the sea, and meet the cultures and stories that lie ashore. Feel the thrill of classic cruising while basking in the comfort of home on a cruise across the Atlantic Ocean. Our departure ports are as iconic as the destinations we visit. You can a little extra vacation to your vacation by arriving early or staying after your cruise and exploring the wonders that lie within these cities.
Just as enjoyable as the excursions ashore is the time spent at sea. With Trans-Atlantic cruise beginning or ending stateside, cut down on air travel and spend more time luxuriating in the ship’s amenities en route to your destinations. Our itinerary were crafted to maximize time at sea with unique port visits, giving you ample time to relax on board and adventure on land. Experience the best of both worlds with Princess. 
Your Ship - Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess is a modern and lavish cruise ship, with so many choices that you'll be amazed when you walk on board! Choose from different dining options, choose from spa treatments, and choose which swimming pool you want to relax by! This ship has 900 balcony staterooms, as well as endless options for entertainment! So make the right choice, and choose to take a vacation aboard Emerald Princess!
Your culinary journey at sea reaches new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard Emerald Princess. From revitalized top deck venues like Salty Dog Grill, Slice Pizzeria and Coffee & Cones to brand new casual restaurants Steamers Seafood and Planks BBQ there’s something for every palate.
Activities on Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess has great amenities, and they're so diverse there's something for everyone to enjoy! The ship will keep you on the run - there's basketball, paddle tennis, a jogging track, shuffleboard, a gym and fitness area, and more! Check out the Lotus Spa® for an all-day pampering, or take a dip and swim against the current in the special pool! There's a nine-hole putting course, and even a virtual golf simulator so you can practice your swing! Once you've worked up a sweat, cool off poolside at the Calypso Reef, or Neptune's Reef - both of these pool areas feature two hot tubs, as does the Lotus Spa pool! There's also the Terrace pool or the Sanctuary, which is adults-only!
Head over to the boutiques on this wonderful ship, and enjoy duty-free shopping and great deals on designer clothing and gifts! There's an art gallery that features an auction, a library, a wedding chapel, conference center, and a 24-hour Internet Café with wireless accessibility! The ScholarShip@Sea makes learning fun with cooking classes, seminars about your destination, and other interesting lectures! So get ready to explore what this great ship has to offer!
Dining / Food on Emerald Princess
Speaking of choices, dining on Emerald Princess is all personal, and all your choice! Choose the traditional dining and enjoy your meal at the same time each day in a formal dining room like the Boticelli! Anytime dining is offered in the Michelangelo Dining Room, and in the Da Vinci Dining Room. The ship even has two specialty restaurants and a very special program that serves you your meal with a breathtaking view on the balcony - Ultimate Balcony Dining! Sabatini's is an Italian restaurant with amazing food, and the Crown Grill serves steak and seafood!
There are also other options for good eats - head over to the Horizon Court Buffet and Bistro, or check out the Café Caribe! Vines is a wine and seafood bar, and there's also the Trident Grill, which serves burgers and hot dogs. The International Café is open 24-hours a day! Afternoon tea is available, and there's a pizza and ice cream bar too! Don't forget, the ship has 24-hour room service!
Entertainment on Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess has lots of onboard entertainment, and there's something for everyone! Get ready for a great time, featuring professional performances of musicals, live music, and comedy acts! Head to the Princess Theater to catch a show, or see a first-run movie at the Movies Under the Stars® poolside movie theater! Gatbsy's Casino has all of your favorite casino games - poker, roulette, slots, and more! The Explorers Lounge features a nightclub-style performance, while the Skywalkers Nightclub makes you feel like you're dancing in the stars - it's 15 decks above the ocean! Don't forget to check out Club Fusion!
For something a little more laidback, head over to the bars and lounges - the Wheelhouse Bar, the Adagio Bar, and the Crooners Bar are all great places to relax, enjoy a cocktail, and reminisce about the day! The Speakeasy Lounge also lets you smoke cigars, so grab a good stogie and start a great conversation!
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Transatlantic Cruise
From Ft.Lauderdale to Rome
Itinerary
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Arrive |
Depart |
| 24 Mar |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
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3 PM |
| 25 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 26 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 27 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 28 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 29 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 30 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 31 Mar |
Day at Sea! |
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| 01 Apr |
Day at Sea! |
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| 02 Apr |
Funchal, Madeira (Portugal) |
8 AM |
5 PM |
| 03 Apr |
Day at Sea! |
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| 04 Apr |
Gibraltar, UK |
8 AM |
5 PM |
| 05 Apr |
Malaga, Spain |
7 AM |
5 PM |
| 06 Apr |
Day at Sea! |
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| 07 Apr |
Ajaccio, Corsica (France) |
9 AM |
6 PM |
| 08 Apr |
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy |
6 AM |
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Day 1 - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is "where the boys are." The city's reputation as America's Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the "Venice of America" with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping.
Day 10 - Funchal, Madeira (Portugal)
The capital of Madeira is named after the fennel (funcha) that once flowered there in profusion. The largest island in the Madeira Archipelago was discovered in 1419 by Portuguese explorers venturing south into the Atlantic. The island is nearly equidistant from Lisbon and the African coast, and its unique geographical position allowed Madeira to play a pivotal role in European discovery. Seamen such as Christopher Columbus gained knowledge and experience plying the routes of the island's sugar trade. When sugar declined, the island's famed wines continued to provide a robust trade. By the late 18th century, Madeira's mild climate, rocky peaks, and lush valleys provided a winter haven to Europe's aristocrats. Visitors still flock to the island today, drawn by its scenery and its weather.
Funchal is noted for its superb hand-embroidery and wicker ware, both Madeira specialties. The island, of course, is also noted for its superb wines: they are perhaps the world's most complex and long lasting wines.
Day 12 - Gibraltar, UK
The Rock crouches over the sea like an ancient stone beast, looking Sphinx-like to Africa. Beneath the white cliffs of this natural fortress grows a profusion of palm, pine, and cypress. No fewer than 600 varieties of flowers thrive here, some not found anywhere else on Earth. Gibraltar's stunning setting is matched by its history - five countries have battled for 13 centuries to control the passage between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The result made for a cultural melting pot. Veiled Moroccan women in caftans and vacationing Englishmen and Spaniards stroll along the narrow, steep lanes. The locals revert to a liquid Spanish when talking among themselves. And visitors to a 15th-century cathedral pass through a blue-tiled courtyard, once part of a 13th-century mosque.
Helmeted bobbies, pillar-boxes and pubs make for a bit of Britain in the Mediterranean. Gibraltar is a fascinating place, from its caves and batteries to the Barbary apes gamboling on the slopes of the Rock.
Day 13 - Malaga, Spain
One of Spain's oldest cities, Malaga has been inhabited since the time of the Phoenicians, who called it Malaka. A city of narrow streets, whitewashed houses, churches and sunny plazas, Malaga offers an idealized image of Spain. Malaga was the chief port for the Kingdom of Granada, the last stronghold of Moorish Spain. The city fell to Ferdinand and Isabelle in 1487. The re-conquest of Spain ended with the fall of Grenada in 1492, the year Columbus discovered the New World.
In addition to the fabled Alhambra, Granada boasts some significant landmarks such as the Old Quarter, the majestic Granada Cathedral, Alcazaba – an ancient Moorish fortress nestled above the city, and the Royal Chapel – the final resting place of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. Andalusia's main port is also your gateway to the resorts of the Costa del Sol.
Day 15 - Ajaccio, Corsica (France)
In 1811, Napoleon Bonaparte - then Napoleon I, Emperor of the French - made Corsica a department of France. He also moved the capital from Bastia to his hometown of Ajaccio.
The capital of Corsica, Ajaccio is the island's largest town (although we know that the capital of Corsica is Paris, and Ajaccio & Bastia are roughly the same size) - and the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. One can stroll past the cathedral where the future emperor was baptized--the Casa Bonaparte is a museum devoted to the imperial glory. But Corsica is also the "scented isle" - a place of dramatic shoreline cliffs, small coves, and golden beaches. The island interior consists of stony mountains carpeted in macchia, a low, thick, chaparral comprised of aromatic Corsican mint, rock roses, and myrtle. Everywhere you'll discover traces of the island's long and colorful history, from medieval walled towns to seaside villages guarded by 16th-century towers.
Day 16 - Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.
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