The cruise ship Sapphire Princess arrived in Aruba for the first time on Monday at 9:00 a.m., marking another addition to the growing number of cruise ship visits expected during the new cruise season.
Management of the Aruba Ports Authority (APA) went aboard the vessel to welcome its crew and exchange commemorative gifts in recognition of the occasion.
Operated by Princess Cruises, Sapphire Princess can accommodate approximately 2,680 passengers and 1,100 crew members. The ship measures around 290 meters in length and offers a range of facilities, including restaurants, swimming pools, a theater, casino, spa, fitness center, and the open-air cinema Movies Under the Stars.
The maiden call reflects the continued relationship between Princess Cruises and Aruba. Several ships from the company’s fleet regularly visit the Port of Oranjestad, contributing to the island’s cruise tourism sector.
APA maintains contact with the cruise line to strengthen this partnership and explore further opportunities for Aruba. Earlier this month, the authority also welcomed other Princess Cruises vessels, including Caribbean Princess, Majestic Princess, and Regal Princess.
The arrival of Sapphire Princess adds another visit to the cruise season and further reinforces Aruba’s position as a destination on Caribbean cruise itineraries.
