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We Tried EVERY Specialty Dining on the Star Princess Cruise Ship

A Cruising Good Time
A Cruising Good Time
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👁️ 9K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 18:07
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Sabatini's ambiance the best.

The Catch by Rudy's desserts are some of the best desserts at any restaurant on any ship.

Love by Brito was the most intimate and romantic restaurant.

The specialty dining on the Star Princess is worth it because the food and service are better than the main dining room.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider the Princess Premiere package for unlimited specialty dining on sphere-class ships.
Try Love by Brito for a romantic anniversary dinner.
Book Catch by Rudy's for creative seafood and steak.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of specialty diningPrincess Premiere package makes it cost-effective on sphere-class ships.
Choosing which restaurants to tryPrioritize Love by Brito and Catch by Rudy's for standout experiences.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the upcharge for specialty dining on the Star Princess worth it?
QWhich specialty restaurants are the best on the Star Princess?
QWhat are the costs of specialty dining on Princess ships?

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YouTube Video Description

Star Princess Specialty Dining: A Culinary Adventure! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of Star Princess Specialty Dining and discover if the upcharge is truly worth it. We just wrapped up our Inaugural Cruise on the Star Princess and indulged in every specialty restaurant on board! In this video, we’ll spill the beans on each dining experience. Stick around until the end for a breakdown of costs and whether these culinary gems are worth your hard-earned cash. Plus, we'll showcase menus along the way! From the delicious Sabatini's Italian Trattoria to the sizzling Umai Teppanyaki, and beyond, this is a feast for the senses! With over 45 countries and 70 cruise ports under our belts, we’re excited to share our journey as new vloggers since June 2023. Subscribe to join our adventure and give us a thumbs up! Planning a Princess vacation? Binge our full Princess Cruises playlist here for more insider tips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL94vlu75SoQ0xpOo9EA-3_S2lGCeFN6m6 Chapters 0:00 Princess Specialty Dining 0:32 Sabatini's 1:59 Crown Grill 3:21 The Catch by Rudi 4:46 Umai Teppanyaki 5:51 Umai Hot Pot 7:00 Makoto Ocean 8:20 The Butcher's Block by Dario 11:20 Love by Britto 14:05 Is Specialty Dining Worth the Cost? 15:41 Princess Premier Package makes Sense on the Star 16:22 Our Favorites #acrisinggoodtime #cruisevacation #cruisevlogger #travelvlog #cruisevlogger @princesscruises #starprincess #princesscruiseship #specialtydining The information expressed in this video is the opinion of the creators and is for entertainment purposes only. This is not professional advice. Please consult your travel professional or the cruise lines for advice specific to your booking. Copyright A Cruising Good Time LLC 2025