Overview

Artemis was launched as Princess Cruises' extremely popular Royal Princess in 1984. Her godmother, the beloved Princess Diana, added an air of grace and style during her christening that remains undiminished. When introduced, the ship was a trail blazer -- the first ship built for the mainstream market to feature only outside cabins, each one with an ocean view. On board Artemis a view of the sea is never far from sight; not only do all cabins have a large window or balcony, there are an additional 16,000 square feet of windows. One of the most drastic changes the ship has undergone since joining the P&O fleet is that it is now an-adults-only vessel.

A centrally located two-deck-high atrium is the heart of Artemis, and most public rooms are found adjacent to it along the two lowest passenger decks. However, one area you don't want to miss, the Horizon Lounge, is high atop the ship. As the name implies, the room has wonderful views of the horizon; however, instead of seeing where you're going, the lounge faces aft, so you see where you've been. At sunset, it's the place to be to relax with soft piano music in the background as you bask in the golden light.

Restaurants

Breakfast and lunch are open seating in the main dining room. For dinner, the dining room features two traditional seatings at assigned tables, known as Club Dining. A specialty restaurant that requires reservations and assesses a charge serves dinner nightly. The buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea. There is no casual evening dinner option. Room service is available, but there is a charge.

Accommodations

All cabins and suites are paneled in light woods and have neutral or pastel fabrics. By current standards the accommodations in all categories are on the small side, but all the cabins have adequate storage space in closets and drawers, a vanity/desk, TV, personal safe, hair-dryer, refrigerator, coffee and tea maker, and tub. Mini-suites and suites have sitting areas, balconies, and full-size bathtubs. In addition, full suites enjoy the added services of a butler. Only 4 cabins are wheelchair accessible.