Princess Cruises Wifi Packages: Cost, Speed and Whether to Buy Before You Sail
Princess Cruises's connectivity has improved sharply on ships upgraded to newer satellite systems — here's what you'll pay and what you'll get.
The tiers
a single unlimited MedallionNet package per device, typically $15–25 USD per day at recent pricing, with multi-device discounts Packages are per device per day; multi-device plans exist on most ships for families.
Buy before you sail
Pre-cruise purchase through your booking is typically 10–30% cheaper than the on-board rate, and packages for the full voyage undercut day passes. The general economics are in Cruise Wifi and Phone Roaming for Canadians.
When it's included
MedallionNet is included in the Princess Plus and Princess Premier fare packages, which is a large part of their value for connected travellers
Speed reality
Newer or refitted Princess Cruises ships using modern satellite constellations handle messaging, browsing and often video calls comfortably; older hulls and remote stretches (mid-ocean, parts of Alaska) still slow. The technology behind this is explained in How Cruise Ship Internet Actually Works. MedallionNet is consistently rated among the better at-sea systems, including on Alaska routes.
Roaming warning
None of this involves your phone plan — set airplane mode at sail-away and use the ship's wifi, or maritime roaming charges will find you.
Policies change
Tier names and prices are revised often; confirm current pricing for your sailing before pre-purchasing.
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How much is wifi on Princess Cruises?
a single unlimited MedallionNet package per device, typically $15–25 USD per day at recent pricing, with multi-device discounts Prices vary by ship and sailing and are usually 10–30% lower when purchased pre-cruise through your booking than on board.
Is wifi free on Princess Cruises?
MedallionNet is included in the Princess Plus and Princess Premier fare packages, which is a large part of their value for connected travellers
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