Booking your Princess cruise with RACV Travel & Experiences means you get more value, support and peace of mind than booking on your own. Benefits include:

• RACV Member-only savings you won’t find anywhere else
• Access to the best and latest cruise offers, including limited time onboard spending money deals or stateroom upgrade promotions helping you get more value from your holiday
• Expert travel advice from experienced travel agents who can recommend the right Princess ship, itinerary and stateroom based on your budget
• Tailored recommendations on choosing the best value Princess fare in line with your travel style and preferences, given some packages can be booked with additional dining options, beverages and Wi-Fi
• Book your preferred Princess shore excursions ahead of departure ensuring you don’t miss out on the must-see sights and experiences
• Access to trusted global cruise partners, including Princess Cruises
• Ongoing support before, during and after your trip, so you can travel with confidence 

If you currently have a deposit on a Princess booking, simply send through an enquiry, or contact your nearest RACV travel agency and one of the expert agents will look into whether they can get you a better deal, including applying your RACV Member discount.

To know whether you have an RACV membership, if you've purchased an RACV product recently, then you're likely to already have one, making you eligible for a variety of member perks including exclusive travel discounts.

If you're not currently a member, explore other membership options by visiting an RACV retail store. Signing up means you'll also have access to the full suite of RACV products via the downloadable RACV app on your smartphone.   

Princess MedallionClass® centres around a small Medallion® wearable which unlocks unique experiences on board. Features include touch-free boarding, keyless stateroom entry, the ability to locate travel companions, make onboard purchases and more.

The Princess® Cruises App interacts with the Medallion® so you can order food and drink via your smartphone and have it delivered straight to your deck chair thanks to the trackable Medallion®.

The Medallion® wearable is complimentary for all Princess guests, regardless of fare type, though OceanNow® delivery via the Medallion® may come with a fee depending on the fare booked. To not lose sight of their Medallion®, some cruisers wear it with optional accessories (sold separately on board), including sports bands, bracelets or necklaces.

It depends on which fare you book. 

Princess Standard is the base rate and covers your chosen room, complimentary dining at set venues, entertainment such as Broadway-style productions, plus the MedallionClass® wearable. OceanNow® delivery is available—just at an extra cost (order via the Princess app and a crew member will locate you via the Medallion wearable).

For a step up, Princess Plus adds a drinks package (up to 15 per day at up to AU$22 each), Wi-Fi (1 device per guest), 4 casual dining meals per guest, and free room service, for $79 per day per guest (or $84 per day per guest if purchasing the package on board). This package also waives the OceanNow® fee.

For the all-inclusive onboard experience, Princess Premier gives you unlimited Specialty and Casual Dining, an unlimited drinks package (with drinks up to AU$30 each), a professional photo package, a shore excursion credit, and more. This will cost you an additional $129 per day per guest (or $134 if purchasing on board).

If you’ve received a Standard fare quote from your travel agent, simply multiply the daily upgrade cost of either Plus or Premier by your number of cruise days for an idea on the additional cost. If you decide the upgrade is the way to go, your travel agent can arrange this on your behalf, so you can benefit by saving with the pre-cruise Princess Plus or Princess Premier package cost ahead of departure.

Princess Cruises depart from major Australian cities including Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and, for the first time, Perth (Fremantle). Sydney serves as the main hub with more than  80 itineraries across Australia and New Zealand, the South Pacific, Tahiti, Asia and world cruises. Brisbane offers around 30 itineraries focused largely on Australia and New Zealand, while Adelaide provides select options such as Round Australia voyages.  

Princess cruise ships offer fast Wi-Fi at sea, however this isn't included as standard.

Ideal for travelling families, Princess ships include a Youth & Teen Club for kids aged 3–17 with separate areas for each age group so every kid is entertained. Children aged 3-12 can partake in group games, educational programs, sports, dance sessions, theme nights, mini golf and craft activities such as jewellery making or cake decorating.

Teens have their own lounge where they can watch movies, play video games, join dance classes and spend time with others their age. Some evenings also include kids’ dinner events. The littlest travellers onboard from 6 months – 2 years old will have fun safely exploring the Youth & Teen Club spaces too during parent‑accompanied hours. 

As part of the Princess Standard fare, breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are complimentary at selected onboard restaurants and cafés. These vary by ship but typically include a Main Dining Room, the World Fresh Marketplace buffet, and the 24-hour International Café with snacks, desserts and coffee. Poolside, options such as soft‑serve ice cream, homemade burgers and hot dogs are also available at no extra cost. 

Princess offers Casual Dining for an additional charge, including pub‑style meals and elevated casual options like gourmet pizza at certain eateries. Specialty Dining restaurants offer a more premium experience, featuring dishes created by award‑winning chefs, including fresh seafood and signature steaks.

For the added dining flexibility, choose either the Princess Premier all-inclusive fare for unlimited Casual and Specialty Dining, or the Princess Plus fare for four Casual Dining meals per guest.

You don’t have to dress up on a Princess cruise, however most people dress for comfort during the day and switch to smart casual in the evenings. You might still want to pack one or two nicer outfits—especially if you’re thinking about dining in a Specialty Restaurant, catching a show in the theatre, or trying something special like the exclusive fine dining Chef’s Table Lumiere on Royal‑class ships, which calls for an elegant outfit to match.

Like any trip, it’s helpful to bring a mix of clothing to suit every occasion, including the unexpected dinner or a night of entertainment.