Princess Cruises unveils celebrity speakers for Summer Seacations
Princess Cruises has unveiled a stellar line-up of celebrity speakers and guest entertainers for its Summer Seacations.
MedallionClass ships Regal Princess and Sky Princess will sail from Southampton between July and September this year offering UK voyages with stops in Liverpool, Portland, Belfast and Greenock, on itineraries ranging from three to seven nights.
The celebrity speaker line-up includes famous faces from the world of TV, entertainment and sport. It will be the fourth speaker programme Princess Cruises has hosted on its UK-based ships.
The line-up includes:
Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards – former British Olympic skier, portrayed in biographical film ‘Eddie the Eagle’. Three-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 14 August.
Tessa Sanderson – former British Olympic javelin thrower and heptathlete who won gold for Great Britain at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Four-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 28 August.
Shaun Wallace – barrister, lecturer and television personality, best recognised as one of the ‘chasers’ on the ITV quiz show ‘The Chase’. Three-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 31 July.
Rob Rinder – criminal barrister and television personality, starring in reality TV court show ‘Judge Rinder’. Three-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 7 August.
Valerie Singleton – television and radio presenter best known as the longest serving presenter of the popular children’s series Blue Peter from 1962 to 1972. Three-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 21 August.
Simon Weston – veteran of the British Army, known for his charity work and recovery from severe burn injuries suffered during the Falklands War. Four-night cruise on Regal Princess, departing 5 September.
Sally Gunnell – former track and field athlete who won gold for Great Britain in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics for the 400 metre hurdles. Three-night cruise on Sky Princess, departing 3 September.
Rustie Lee – TV personality, chef, actress, singer and former politician, starring in Channel 4’s ‘Celebrity Coach Trip’ in 2020. Three-night cruise on Sky Princess, departing 10 September.
In addition, guest entertainer appearances will include singer Gareth Gates and X Factor runner-up Andy Abraham.
Guests can also hear stories and presentations from a destination expert and a maritime lecturer, who will provide their expertise and insight into travelling the world and working at sea.
Tony Roberts, Princess Cruises UK & Europe vice president, said: "We are excited to announce the return of our popular UK-based speaker programme for our Summer Seacations. We are looking forward to welcoming several household names to Regal Princess and Sky Princess, providing guests with unique and immersive experiences."
"All-inclusive fares for a balcony stateroom start from £539pp for a three-night voyage and £599pp for a four-night cruise.
Fares include the cost of any Covid-19 testing which may be required at the time of travel.
Guests can book with a £50 deposit if booked before May 3, 2021.
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