Welcome aboard message from the cruise director

Get ready to board the spectacular Tahitian Princess® for the voyage of a lifetime!

Throughout your journey, you'll mingle with fellow travel enthusiasts at grand celebrations, delight in authentic dining options with regional accents and enjoy fascinating lectures.

Part of your Princess experience includes a wealth of onboard entertainment and activities. We don't want you to miss a single event – so take a look below to see what's going on while you're onboard.

On behalf of the officers and crew of Tahitian Princess®, we look forward to welcoming you onboard and dazzling you during your Princess escape around the world!

Sincerely,

J.J. King
Cruise Director – Tahitian Princess

Princess Cruises®, the leader in at-sea interactive courses, invites you to participate in one of our many fascinating enrichment lectures. Learn to take professional-quality photos of your vacation; create a unique hand-painted plate; discover how to navigate a cruise ship; craft a vacation keepsake souvenir or sit back and listen to informative presentations and inspirational real-life tales.

Princess Book Club
Meet fellow passengers and avid book readers while engaging in literary discussion at the Princess Book Club. Book selections are drawn from The New York Times Best-Seller List. Selected book titles for Tahitian Princess® are:

Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd Barefoot by Elin Hilderbrand

Computers@Sea
Download your best digital photos and learn how Photoshop can make them even better. Unlock the secrets of the World Wide Web by surfing the internet with ease. Attach documents, photos, even short videos and e-mail them with confidence. Our Computers@Sea program offers passengers an array of fun and useful computer classes taught by computer experts that will answer all your questions.


Learn to Play Bridge
Bridge players will be able to play with a certified Bridge instructor, while beginners can learn the basics of the game with Bridge Hosts, Michael Witham and Sue Lightbody.


Photography Contest
Show your creativity and individual style by participating in the Tahitian Princess World Cruise Photography Contest. Great prizes will be awarded over four segments with a grand prize. You don't have to be an expert to enter, so give us your best shot! The photo categories are:

Nature, Landscapes or Seascapes People, Family or Friends Architecture, Cities and Towns Open, Creative or Artistic

Guest Lecturers January 14 – February 18, 2009 Estelle Harris – Hollywood Personality and Voiceover Artist Hear some of the hilarious antics that occurred on the set of television's long-running Seinfeld as told by Mrs. Costanza (George's mom). As the voice of Mrs. Potatohead in the Toy Story movies, she tells us about life as a voiceover artist (we hear she's quite animated). Les Evans – Former Concorde Pilot Talks about the glorious past of flying this technological marvel and casts his gaze forward to discuss aviation's future. Sarah and Bradley Webber – Maritime Historians Relive the glory days of great ocean liners like the Queen Elizabeth, the Titanic and the SS Normandie. Nigel West – Espionage and Intelligence Expert Renowned military historian and former member of Parliament. He specializes in intelligence, counterintelligence and security issues, many of which would end up front page stories if they leaked out. James Rowe – Australasia, South Pacific, Polynesia Naturalist Ecologist by training, focuses on the Cultural and Natural History of New Zealand and the spectacular islands of the South Pacific. Eric Roorda – Panama Canal, Central America Naturalist Specializes in the Caribbean Sea and the Panama Canal (how did they build that Big Ditch?), as well as Latin America. February 19 – March 13, 2009 Ronnie Walter Cunningham – Astronaut Takes us on a unique and beautiful tour of planet Earth with many personal photos taken from a distant perspective few have experienced. Sarah and Bradley Webber – Maritime Historians Relive the glory days of great ocean liners like the Queen Elizabeth, the Titanic and the SS Normandie Mary Symons – Japanese Culture Expert Offers a view of life in Japan, still unknown to many. Joseph Snyder – U.S.-Asia Foreign Affairs Expert Illustrates how history and contemporary politics shape the ancient cultures of Southeast and East Asia. While working for the U.S. government, Mr. Snyder served in Thailand, Iran, Taiwan, Malaysia, Austria and Washington, D.C. Ken Johnson and Pamela Peck – Oceania Naturalist He's a journalist/television producer, she's a cultural anthropologist – and together, they reveal the shiny 'pearls' found under the seas of Oceania. John and Linda Trommelen – Ballroom Dance Instructors Ballroom Dance Instructors teach the graceful art of stepping to the Salsa, the Waltz and the Cha Cha, among other dances. March 14 – April 4, 2009 Chuck Henry – TV Personality, Journalist and Anchorman Shares his world travel experiences as a producer of a television travelogue and his reporting of breaking new stories. Tab Hunter – Hollywood Personality and Legend Shares his stories about legendary co-stars such as Sophia Loren, Van Heflin, John Huston, Fred Astaire, Debbie Reynolds, Linda Darnell and Natalie Wood. Ann Graydon – Fashion Expert Navigates the perilous shoals of fashion's do's and don'ts. Find out what silhouette suits your body type, what colors enhance your skin tone, and what would be an age-appropriate wardrobe. Martyn Green – Mediterranean Port Lecturer Explains the highlights no traveler should miss in the ancient and historical ports of Europe. Choir Master, A Capella Instructor Teaches the techniques of choral singing to interested passengers who wish to discover the joy of vocalizing and singing some of the music world's best-loved works. Watercolor and Calligraphy Instructor Hone your artistic skills and then donate your finished art to a silent auction benefitting the Susan G. Komen Foundation to fight breast cancer. April 5 – May 2, 2009 Brian Hoey – Royal & Celebrity Interviewer Authored over 21 books about the British Royal Family, including Monarchy: Behind the Scenes with the Royal Family‚ Invitation to the Palace: How the Royal Family Entertain‚ A Biography of Lord Mountbatten and Diana, Princess of Wales and At Home with the Queen. Bruce Margon – Astronomy Expert Explains how Einstein rejected some of his own theories that were later proven true, and how inside each and every one of us is a little bit of stardust. Martyn Green – Mediterranean Port Lecturer Explains the highlights no traveler should miss in the ancient and historical ports of Europe.

Your cruise will feature a variety of shows featuring our World Cruise singers and dancers. Here's what you'll see:
Cinematastic
The music of the movies takes us all on a journey from the classics of yesteryear to popular dance movies of

the 1980s. Gotta Sing Gotta Dance Great songs, colorful costumes and wonderful dances, the cast will take you on a musical journey as you enjoy the best the theatre has to offer. Motor City A tribute to America's heritage of soul and rhythm & blues featuring the music of The Supremes, Tina Turner, The Jackson Five and Stevie Wonder. Ports of Call Princess® is the undisputed leader in destination cruising. This show celebrates the music of the many different countries Princess visits. Piano Man A tribute to some of the greatest "piano men" of our time, this show celebrates the musical genius of Billy Joel, Neil Sedaka, Barry Manilow, Elton John and even Liberace. C'est Manifique Quintessential French describes this lovely show with scenes from La Cage, Casino De Paris, Pepe Le Peu, a tribute to Edith Piaf and of course no French show would be complete without the Moulin Rouge and the Can Can. Shake, Rattle and Roll You can't help but tap your feet to the music of the 1950s. With music from Elvis, Connie Francis, Chuck Berry and many more, come and join the cast and sing along to those Rock n' Roll greats. Rhythms of the City A "day in the life of a City" provides the background to this production show. From the melodic sounds of "doo wop" courtesy of construction workers, to the hot Latin beat of a City night club, this show is exciting from start to finish. Magic Peru This show features music and dances highlighting the Coastal, Andean and Amazon regions of Peru. Hei Tahiti From the first sounding of the conch shells, the "Hei Tahiti" and "Te Maeva" dance shows are an exciting addition to calls in Papeete. Local dancers in traditional costumes, including grass skirts and elaborate head dresses, move rhythmically to the accompanying drum circle while performing a variety of dances and several costume changes. Haka the Legend During calls in Auckland, you are introduced to "Haka the Legend," a local Maori show demonstrating songs and dances that depict elements of nature and history. These dances are a form of visual storytelling, and the sounds, rhythms and singing produce a vibrant and visual feast of entertainment. Guam Cultural Performance While in Guam, Para'isu Tano' Hurao presents a cultural performance featuring Chamorro songs, chants and dance. Shanghai Aifu International Acrobatic Show An international standard that features a troupe of wonderfully talented young Chinese acrobats. A trio of contortionists balance their bodies into unimaginable positions, twins squeeze their bodies through tight barrels and rings, a foot juggler tosses a kitchen table in the air effortlessly, and a unicyclist juggles and balances dishes. Dozens of plates are spun on thin poles, and unimaginable objects are balanced on heads and noses. The acrobats' incredible skills leave the audience stunned. Hong Kong Variety Show In Hong Kong, you will experience a variety show including a musical duet featuring the ancient Chinese Pipa and piano, a traditional dragon dance, Chinese ribbon dance and the performance art technique of "Changing Faces." Wonder Thai Dance Show Calls to Bangkok feature the local "Wonder Thai Dance Show." This show presents several dances from the region, including the Thai Silk Weaving dance, the dance of King Rama Catching the Golden Deer, Lum Ploen and a spectacular sword fighting demonstration. Kala Bhairavi In Mumbai, the Kala Bhairavi (Academy of Indian Classical Dances) comes onboard to present a demonstration of traditional music and dance. Dressed in colorful, traditional costumes, the group presents various dances including Koli Nritya, Dandia RAS, Peacock Nritya, Rajastbani Nritya and Bhangra. Safaga Oriental Show The "Safaga Oriental Show" contains local musicians and dancers in colorful dress performing traditional dances of Egypt and the Red Sea region, including the Tanura and Oriental Dance. Arabian Nights Show Features local musicians, a belly dancer and a whirling dervish who never stops spinning! Corrado Amici In Civitavecchia, passengers are treated to a special performance of local Italian tenor Corrado Amici, a regular performer in the opera houses of Rome, Cairo and China. Los Muleros A local flamenco spectacular featuring the best of Spain's dancers and musicians.

Princess® features a talented lineup of comedians, magicians and guest singers just waiting to entertain you each evening. Here's a selection of what you'll see during your epic journey:

January 14 – February 18, 2009

Tony B. – Vocalist
An evening with singer and entertainer Tony B.

Greg Scott – Violinist
The U.K.'s number one violin performer.

Kelly Monteith – Comedian
Appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and is a regular on England's BBC.

Neal Austin – Comedian/Magician
A side-splitting funny comedy magic act unlike anything you've seen before.

Annette Yeo – Vocalist
Musical theater star direct from London's West End.

Milt Abel – Comedian
From HBO & Showtime.

Sean O'Shea – Impressionist
Let's live it up! A fabulous night out with the many voices and personalities of Sean O'Shea!

Jonathan Stamp – Juggler
Fast, furious and extremely funny.

Tony Cherry – Vocalist
The many voices of Tony Cherry.

Dave Burke – Comedian/Impressionist
Laughter for hire.

Penny Mathisen – Vocalist
From London's West End theaters to the Sydney Opera House.

Leo Ward – Magician
Award-winning sleight of hand act.

Chris Contillo – Piano Entertainer
Has performed with The Boston Pops and also at Carnegie Hall.

Bobby Dennis – Comedian
Has received critical acclaim for his crazy English humor.

David Crathorne – Piano Lounge Entertainer
Hailing all the way from Capetown, South Africa, David Crathorne plays to suit all tastes.


February 19 – March 13, 2009

Emma Sinclair – Vocalist
From Opera to the West End…an evening with London's singing sensation.

Preston Coe – Vocalist
The Texan tenor starring in "Classique."

Nick Lewin – Comedy/Magician
Comedy that amazes.

Glenn Amer – Piano Headliner & Vocalist
Combining the fingers of Liberace with the voice of Mario Lanza.

Tiang Jiang – Piano Entertainer
Piano showman from Shanghai.


March 14 – April 4, 2009

Tom Fletcher – Comedian
A Princess favorite, no thinking required.

Kenny Martyn – Multi-Instrumentalist
Specializing in the clarinet, tenor sax, alto sax, ukulele banjo and five-string banjo in his extensive repertoire that encompasses popular standards, Bluegrass, Swing and Mozart.

Claude Eric – Vocalist
Direct from Montreal…the sensational voice of Claude Eric.

David Copperfield – Comedy-Variety Entertainer
Not the illusionist but the "UNUSUALIST!" The original all-around entertainer from across the pond.

Tony Pace – Impressionist
The man with the voice… who just happens to be funny.

Jacqueline Roche – Instrumentalist
Passion and pizzazz with a virtuoso violinist.


April 5 – May 2, 2009

Kaitlyn Carr – Vocalist
A touch of class from Scotland's premier singing sensation.

Rikki Jay – Comedian
From the London Palladium, international comedian... Rikki Jay! He's fast, he's funny and he's calorie free!

Gary Williams – Vocalist
Star of the West End's Rat Pack and BBC Big Band.

Maria King – Piano Entertainer
Virtuoso piano entertainer with a twist.

Annette Wardell – Vocalist
By Royal Appointment – the stunning voice of opera singer Annette Wardell.

John Evans – Comedian
One of the most sought-after comedians in the U.K. today.

Tenors Unlimited – Tenor Trio
The Rat Pack of opera.

Karen Grainger – Vocal Impressionist
Canada's premier female vocal impressionist.

Don Bryan – Ventriloquist
The vocal magic of a master ventriloquist.

Mark O'Malley – Vocalist
Dynamic, versatile, eclectic, energetic, fun, fabulous, can't miss, musicals, golden voiced, classic.

Jonathan Kane – Tribute Entertainer
The only tribute act endorsed by Elton John.

Princess® passengers can also be stars! Your cruise offers many opportunities to become a performer yourself. Plus, our clubs and lounges provide lively dance floors and the best music of yesterday and today.

Princess Pop Star
Don't be shy – audition for Princess Pop Star and share your vocal talents with the world. When it's good, it's great. If it's bad, it's better!

Ballroom Blitz
Princess offers complimentary Ballroom Dance instruction and various venues to showcase your new talents. Bring your dancing shoes!

Country Western Theme Night
Round up your favorite cowgirls and cowboys for this Country Western Party! Make sure you're ready to saddle up for this night of dancing and fun. Wear 'em if you've got 'em:

Western Jeans Bandanas Cowboy Hats Cowboy Boots

Island Theme Night
Join fellow passengers on deck while you hula to your favorite island songs on this night of tropical fun. Pack your favorite "hang loose" attire:

Hawaiian Aloha Shirts Hula Skirts or Sarong Skirts MuuMuus

50s Theme Night
Get ready to "Shake, Rattle and Roll" at this Fabulous 50s Party! Grab your best bobby socks and saddle shoes while you twist the night away in your favorite vintage fads and fashions. Make sure you're dressed for the part:

Poodle Skirts and Pony Tails Leather Jackets Cuffed Jeans

70s Theme Night
Dust off your hip huggers and strap on your favorite platform shoes, it's time to shake your booty to your favorite 70s tunes. Join fellow passengers for a groovin' night of flower power and disco dancing. Clean out your closet and find your favorite 70s fashion: Bell Bottoms or Hip Huggers Leisure Suits Mini-Skirts Platform Shoes

Your cruise features a great selection of first-run feature films, sitcoms, dramas and a wide selection of special programming. Here's a preview of what you'll see on your upcoming voyage:

NFL Playoffs (AFC and NFC championships)
Super Bowl (Satellite dependent, February 1)
Academy Awards (February 22)
NCAA March Madness (March 17 – April 6)

We're very excited to offer nearly 100 first-run movies during your World Cruise,
including popular titles like:
Appaloosa – R
Australia – PG–13
Bedtime Stories – PG
Body of Lies – R
Bonneville – PG
Bottle Shock – PG–13
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas – PG–13
Burn After Reading – R
Changeling – R
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button – PG–13
The Dark Knight – PG–13
The Day the Earth Stood Still – PG–13
Eagle Eye – PG–13
Encounters at the End of the World – G
Everybody Wants to Be Italian – R
Flash of Genius – PG–13
Frost/Nixon – R
Ghost Town – PG–13
Grand Torino – R
Henry Poole Is Here – PG
In Bruges – R
The Incredible Hulk – PG-13
Mamma Mia! – PG–13
Milk – R
Nights in Rodanthe – PG–13
Quantum of Solace – PG–13
Rachel Getting Married – R
Revolutionary Road – R
Secret Life of Bees – PG–13
Slumdog Millionaire – R
Synedoche New York – R
Vicky Christina Barcelona – PG–13
Wanted – R
Yes Man – PG–13