Diamond Princess (ship) facts for kids

The Diamond Princess cruise ship.

The Diamond Princess is a large cruise ship. It is owned and operated by a company called Princess Cruises. This ship started sailing in March 2004. It takes passengers on trips to many interesting places.

The Diamond Princess often cruises in Asia during the northern hemisphere summer. This means it sails to places like Japan and other Asian countries. When it's summer in the southern hemisphere, the ship travels to Australia.

The Diamond Princess was built in Nagasaki, Japan. It was constructed by a company called Mitsubishi Industries.

Health Challenges on Board

Like many public places, ships can sometimes face health challenges. The Diamond Princess has experienced a few.

Past Health Events

In 2016, there was an outbreak of gastroenteritis on the ship. This illness was caused by a common germ called norovirus. People who got sick usually recovered quickly.

COVID-19 Outbreak in 2020

In 2020, the ship faced a bigger health challenge. This was during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Some passengers and crew members became ill with the virus. The ship had to stop its journey. It stayed in Yokohama, Japan, for a while. Health officials worked to help everyone on board.

Images for kids

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  Diamond Princess at Yokohama in June 2014.

See also

In Spanish: Diamond Princess para niños