Coin laundries with ironing boards and irons are located on every passenger deck. Grand Princess has a huge cadre of entertainers, musicians, dancers, singers and cruise staff providing one of the industry's most extensive entertainment programs. The casino, open when the ship's at sea, offers blackjack, roulette, craps and slots. While the large room's filled at night, it never seems crowded. On sea days it's difficult, if not impossible, to get a lounge chair on deck.
Passengers can also learn to scuba dive and snorkel on board.
A bit small compared to other mega-ships, but counselors are energetic and seem to relate well with the children. Parents are given pagers for instant contact if necessary. They seem to gravitate to the exciting Voyage of Discovery virtual reality center with loads of video games and simulated rides. There's a pizza party one night when children can dine without their parents. At Princess Cays, the line's private beach in the Bahamas, a supervised play area features a sandlot and pirate ship playground.