Sun Princess vs Discovery Princess
Editorial Context: Comparison of Princess Sphere Class lead vessel against Royal Class sister ship.
Key Facts
- Comparing Sun Princess (IMO 9863118, Princess Cruises) against Discovery Princess (IMO 9837963, Princess Cruises).
- Editorial rationale: Comparison of Princess Sphere Class lead vessel against Royal Class sister ship.
- Latest scores: Sun Princess scored 100 points; Discovery Princess scored 96 points.
- Five-year scores below threshold (<=85): Sun Princess has 0; Discovery Princess has 0.
- Five-year CDC-recorded outbreaks: Sun Princess has 0; Discovery Princess has 1.
- Coverage verified through 2026-09-17, Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Side-by-Side Sanitation & Fleet Comparison
| Metric / Specification | Sun Princess | Discovery Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Parent Corporation | Carnival Corporation & plc | Carnival Corporation & plc |
| IMO Number | 9863118 | 9837963 |
| Year Built | 2024 | 2022 |
| Gross Tonnage | 177,882 GT | 145,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,300 guests | 3,660 guests |
| Latest Sanitation Score | 100 / 100 | 96 / 100 |
| Latest Inspection Date | 2024-06-25 | 2024-04-11 |
| Scores <= 85 (5 Years) | 0 | 0 |
| CDC Outbreaks (5 Years) | 0 | 1 |
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