Princess Cruises has decided to reconsider and adjust its recently announced crew tattoo policy after concerns were raised by employees across the fleet. At the recent HRO Conference, the line held in-depth discussions about the policy’s content and rollout, guided by direct teammates feedback.
Abel M. Dimaano spent more than 30 years at sea with Princess Cruises, building a career defined by resilience, leadership, and purpose. Starting in 1991 with the goal of creating a better future for his family, he rose through the ranks to Restaurant Manager, faced challenges head-on, and left a lasting impact on the crew community.
Princess Cruises has reportedly halted the hiring of Brazilian crew members, becoming the latest cruise line to do so after mounting legal concerns. The decision, which has not yet been officially confirmed by the company, comes in the wake of a broader industry shift away from recruiting Brazilian nationals. The popular channel ShipLife broke the story, reporting that thousands of potential job opportunities for Brazilians have now been lost.
A 27-year-old Kenyan citizen, working as a Galley Steward aboard the Sun Princess, has been reported missing after going overboard in the Dardanelles Strait on August 20, 2025.
According to Princess Cruises, the MOB was detected through CCTV review, prompting the captain and officers to immediately launch emergency protocols. The ship coordinated closely with local maritime search and rescue authorities, deploying multiple boats to comb the waters for several hours.
Tragically, despite extensive efforts, the young crew member has not been located.
Princess Cruises is facing pushback from its crew after announcing a new tattoo policy that requires all visible tattoos to be fully covered while on duty, effective September 10.
Princess Cruises has issued a fleetwide update to its tattoo policy, formally requiring all shipboard employees to keep visible tattoos covered while on duty. The change, announced in an email sent to all departments by the company’s Fleet HR Team, will take effect on September 10.
Princess Cruises scored a major win for wine lovers at sea. The cruise line has received 16 Awards of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine as part of its 2025 Restaurant Awards, more than any other cruise line in the world.
The awards recognize every ship in the Princess fleet, including 15 main dining rooms and the new Sanctuary Collection restaurant on the Sun Princess. It’s a clear sign that Princess takes its wine seriously and that guests can expect top-quality pairings with their meals, no matter which ship they sail on.
Belfast Harbour marked a major milestone this week with the 1,500th cruise call, marked by the arrival of the Regal Princess. The occasion was celebrated with a festive onboard ceremony, complete with traditional Irish music, dancing, and a cake-cutting event to honor the milestone.
For many aspiring technicians seeking a career in cruise ship entertainment, the journey begins with the Production Assistant (PA) role. It’s an entry-level yet pivotal position within the Production Department of Princess Cruises, often filled by internal transfer applicants who meet a detailed set of criteria. While the title might sound simple, the scope of a PA’s daily responsibilities is vast—and essential to the flawless execution of onboard entertainment.
The cruise community is mourning the sudden loss of Captain Michele Bartolomei, Master of the Diamond Princess, who passed away unexpectedly aboard the ship early Monday morning at the age of 52.
