From humble beginnings as a passenger and cargo ferry in 1966, diminutive Black Prince has been retrofitted over the years to create a unique ship that has a loyal following. While some passengers might just consider her old, others are taken with her small size and coziness. A special feature usually found only on luxury ships is the Marina Outdoor Leisure Center -- a drop-down water sports deck aft that houses speedboats, inflatables, waterskiing, windsurfing, dinghy sailing, and even swimming.
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Voltage on Black Prince is 230 volts and requires a Continental-style 2-pin plug. Adapters can be rented or purchased on board. There is no self-service laundry room; however, there is an ironing room, an amenity that was traditional on ships until several decades ago.