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26 countries in 116 days: Princess Cruises will sail its longest cruise ever in 2025

Many cruise lines have seen higher demand for long sailings , and now Princess Cruises is going bigger than ever. The cruise line announced a new 2025 World Cruise that will take guests to 26 countries over 116 days, the longest itinerary in its history, the line said Thursday.

The voyage will take guests to 51 destinations around the world, including the Mediterranean, Central America, Africa, Australia and more on the Island Princess ship, according to a news release .

"We're highly regarded for our World Cruises and our 2025 voyage promises to be one for the ages as our longest adventure ever offered," John Padgett, the line's president, said in the release. "Our expert itinerary planners have assembled an unmatched combination of popular ports and off-the-beaten-path locales for a global journey not found anywhere else."

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When is Island Princess' 2025 World Cruise?

Passengers can sail round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Jan. 5, 2025, or from Los Angeles on Jan. 20, according to Princess' website . They can also cruise from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale on a shorter 101-day itinerary.

Where will Island Princess' 2025 World Cruise cruise go?

The cruise will take guests to ports across the world, from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Bali and Barcelona, among others, including some firsts for the line. Princess will make its inaugural stops in Bar, Montenegro, and Taranto, Italy, during the sailing, and its first World Cruise visits to Patmos and Volos in Greece, according to the release.

As part of the trip, passengers can visit more than 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Singapore Botanic Gardens and Croatia's Old City of Dubrovnik , and spend more time in port during an overnight stay in Dubai and more than 10 late-night calls.

How much does Island Princess' 2025 World Cruise cost?

The round-trip option from Fort Lauderdale starts at $20,539, and while the round-trip option from Los Angeles starts at $19,999 per person based on double occupancy, excluding taxes, fees and port expenses, according to the line's website .

Travelers who book the round-trip 116-day itineraries and the 101-day option by May 31 can get some perks, like free round-trip economy airfare for guests in balcony staterooms and first-class flights for those in suites, Reserve Collection or mini-suites; the line's Princess Plus package; $500 per passenger in onboard credit for the first two guests in a cabin and more.

Portions of the voyage are also available to book in shorter installments.

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].

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Princess Cruises Announces Their Longest Cruise Ever in 2025

This 116 day cruise on Island Princess will visit 51 ports in 26 countries on six continents. The cruise will visit the Mediterranean, Asia, Australia, Africa, the South Pacific and more and is now open for bookings.

Guests will have the option of embarking in Ft. Lauderdale on January 5, 2025 or in Los Angeles on January 20, 2025. The cruise will visit 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites that include the pyramids in Egypt, the Ancient Greek City of Ephesus, the Singapore Botanical Gardens, and the Old City of Dubrovnik.

This unique cruise includes an overnight in ultra-modern Dubai, as well as 11 More Ashore late-night calls to enjoy more time to exploring the old town of Cartagena, shopping in Casablanca or making a toast to the nightlife in Sydney.

“We’re highly regarded for our World Cruises and our 2025 voyage promises to be one for the ages as our longest adventure ever offered,” said John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises. “Our expert itinerary planners have assembled an unmatched combination of popular ports and off-the-beaten-path locales for a global journey not found anywhere else.”

World Cruise 2025 early booking benefits are available for guests booking the 116-day roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale or Los Angeles voyages and the 101-day World Cruise option from Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale by May 31, 2023.

Benefits include:

• Free first class airfare for suites and mini-suites and free economy airfare for guest in a balcony stateroom
• Princess Plus – gives guests almost 60% off a retail value of $140 if components are purchased separately
• $500 per guest in onboard spending money
• 4 nights free at a specialty restaurant
• Captain Circle Members receive up to $1,000 in savings

51, 50, 65, and 66 day segments of this world cruise are also available to book.

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Princess Cruises unveils Epic 116-day World Cruise 2025

Princess Cruises has announced its longest voyage to date for 2025, a 116-day World Cruise covering over 33,500 nautical miles and visiting 51 destinations across six continents.

Guests can choose from two roundtrip options departing from Fort Lauderdale FL on January 5th or Los Angeles CA on January 20th, 2025, with stops in Australia, New Zealand & the South Pacific, the Mediterranean, Central America, Africa, Asia, and more.

Scheduled for the Island Princess ship , this extraordinary journey will also visit for the first time (for the Princess brand) the popular port cities Bar Montenegro , and Taranto Italy , as well as Greece's Patmos Island and Volos (port for the Meteora Monasteries). The voyage will offer access to 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Alexandria for historic Cairo and the pyramids, the Singapore Botanical Gardens, the Old City of Dubrovnik , The Ancient Greek City of Ephesus , and The Monastery of St. John and the Cave of the Apocalypse.

Guests can enjoy an overnight stay in Dubai and 11 late-night calls to explore popular destinations like Cartagena, Casablanca , and Sydney . Optional shore excursions include the Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni, Malta’s oldest underground temple and necropolis, and walking in the footsteps of ancient Romans in Cartagena, Spain , and viewing Leonardo da Vinci’s magnificent The Last Supper in Milan (Genoa), Italy .

Early booking benefits are available for guests who book the 116-day roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale or Los Angeles voyages and the 101-day World Cruise option from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale by May 31, 2023. These benefits include first-class or economy roundtrip airfare, Princess Plus, onboard spending money, specialty dining, Captain’s Circle Benefits, and a limited-time offer on liners to or from Dubai .

Guests paying in full for the World Cruise by May 31, 2023, will also receive an additional 5% Future Cruise Credit on their cruise fare.

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Princess Cruises Unveils Its Longest Voyage Ever – 116-Day World Cruise in 2025

Island Princess will sail more than 33,500 nautical miles during the 2025 World Cruise. 

The trend toward longer cruises continues, even for those cruises that are already long. For 2025, Princess' annual World Cruise will be its longest ever, clocking in at 116 days and traveling more than 33,500 nautical miles, visiting 51 destinations in 26 countries.

Sailing on Island Princess, the 116-day World Cruise offers two roundtrip options with departures from both Fort Lauderdale, embarking January 5, 2025, and Los Angeles on January 20, 2025.

The itinerary includes Princess' first-ever visits to Bar, Montenegro and Taranto, Italy, as well as inaugural World Cruise calls to the Greek Island of Patmos, and to Volos (for the monasteries of Meteora).

All told, the 2025 World Cruise will provide access to 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, along with 11 late-night calls and an overnight in Dubai.

Clients who book the full World Cruise – either 116-day roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale or 101-day from Los Angeles – by March 31, 2023 will receive: free first-class or economy roundtrip airfare (dependent on cabin category booked); Princess Plus package for each guest; $500 in onboard credit (for the first two guests in each cabin); four included dinners at specialty restaurants; and up to $1,000 in savings for Captains' Circle members.

Anyone paying in full for the World Cruise by March 31, 2023 will receive an additional 5% future cruise credit on their cruise fare.

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• Princess Cruises announced a 114-day  world cruise to 52 destinations in 2026, starting at $20,000 per person. 
• Guests who book early would get a free, all-inclusive package, a first for Princess' global itineraries.
• Extended and all-inclusive cruises have emerged as big trends in the vacation industry.

Princess Cruise's new around-the-world voyage will hit two vacation trends in one itinerary.

In January 2026, the company says its Coral Princess will embark on a 114-day cruise to 52 ports in 28 countries and six continents — more destinations than any of its previous global sailings .

It's the Carnival Corp brand's latest appeal to the extended cruising trend . But it's not the only fad this four-month vacation is targeting.

The sailing, which starts at $20,000 per person, also marks the first time Princess is offering a complimentary all-inclusive package as a way to entice early bookings.

Ultra-long and all-inclusive cruises have emerged as big trends in the industry.

Regent Seven Seas, Azamara, and Oceania's 2024 around-the-world cruises all sold out before departing in January. The former was fully booked within three hours, while every cabin on the latter was called for in 30 minutes.

Besides being high-end, these three companies share one commonality: some level of all-inclusiveness , as is common with premium cruise lines.

Mass-market cruise companies rarely go the all-inclusive route.

Princess, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian are generally beloved for their affordability.

But if you want to experience all their ships have to offer, be prepared to face a list of up-charged amenities like pay-to-play rides and specialty restaurants . After all, there's a reason their base fares are much cheaper than their increasingly popular ultra-luxury, all-inclusive counterparts.

But Princess has been increasingly vying for a slice of the luxury cruiser pie.

The cruise line says guests who book its 2026 world cruise early (that is, by the end of October) will receive its most inclusive Princess Premier package for free. The perk — launched two years ago — covers amenities that typically have a fee, like WiFi, premium drinks, some specialty restaurants, and workout classes.

Travelers who reserve one of the ship's high-end cabins by the same deadline would also receive complimentary airport transfers and airfare, services normally exclusively offered by luxury cruise lines .

The itinerary would have two roundtrip embarkation options: Fort. Lauderdale, Florida, on January 5, 2026, or Los Angeles 16 days later.

From there, the 2,000-guest Coral Princess would sail more than 35,000 nautical miles to ports in North America, the Pacific Islands, New Zealand and Australia, Asia, the Mediterranean, Europe, and Central and South America.

It wouldn't be Princess' longest voyage — that title goes to its 116-day world cruise in 2025 — but it would be one of its most destination-heavy.

While two days longer, next year's around-the-world cruise would hit six fewer ports and four fewer countries than its 2026 counterpart.

According to the itinerary, about half of the 2026 voyage consists of sea days.

That's a lot of time on the water with no land in sight. Luckily, travelers can keep themselves entertained by attending lectures and programs related to the destinations, leisuring around the adult-only lounge, or taking a dip in Coral Princess' four pools.

The 21-year-old ship also has 10 places to grab a bite, although the Italian and steakhouse restaurants are considered specialty. Premier is the cruise line's most inclusive package, but it only includes 16 free dinners at these upcharge restaurants, paced once a week.

Princess is still a mass-market cruise line, after all.

The company has been increasingly dangling its inclusive package as a big perk.

The company says its two-month-old Sun Princess will debut in the US in October with its first-ever Sanctuary Collection . Travelers who splurge on these expensive and luxurious accommodations would be rewarded with two major benefits: a private lounge and Princess Premier.

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Princess Cruises’ Epic 116-Day World Cruise in 2025

Get ready for the ultimate travel experience as Princess Cruises announces its longest voyage ever – an incredible 116-day World Cruise in 2025. Sailing on Island Princess, the cruise will cover more than 33,500 nautical miles and visit 51 destinations across six continents, including Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, the Mediterranean, Central America, Africa, Asia, and beyond.

A Journey Like No Other

Princess Cruises’ 2025 World Cruise offers two roundtrip options with departures from both Ft. Lauderdale on January 5, 2025, and Los Angeles on January 20, 2025. This once-in-a-lifetime journey includes the cruise line’s first-ever visit to historic Bar, Montenegro and Taranto, Italy, along with inaugural World Cruise calls to the idyllic Greek Island of Patmos and Volos – for the Monasteries of Meteora. Discover the full World Cruise itinerary and shorter World Cruise segment options at http://www.princess.com/worldcruise .

John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises, shared his excitement for the upcoming voyage, stating, “We’re highly regarded for our World Cruises, and our 2025 voyage promises to be one for the ages as our longest adventure ever offered. Our expert itinerary planners have assembled an unmatched combination of popular ports and off-the-beaten-path locales for a global journey not found anywhere else.”

Unforgettable Experiences

The 2025 World Cruise will offer access to 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites , including a return to Alexandria for historic Cairo, the pyramids, and ancient treasures of Giza. Additional sites include the Singapore Botanical Gardens, Old City of Dubrovnik, The Ancient Greek City of Ephesus (from Kusadasi), and The Monastery of St. John and the Cave of the Apocalypse (from Patmos).

Guests can also look forward to an overnight stay in ultra-modern Dubai and 11 More Ashore late-night calls, allowing for extended exploration of destinations like Cartagena, Casablanca, and Sydney. Optional shore excursions offer even more adventure, from discovering Malta’s oldest underground temple to walking in the footsteps of ancient Romans in Cartagena, Spain.

Exclusive Early Booking Benefits:

Guests who book the 116-day roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale or Los Angeles voyages, or the 101-day World Cruise option from Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale by May 31, 2023, will enjoy a range of early booking benefits, including:

• First-Class or Economy Roundtrip Airfare
• Princess Plus package with numerous inclusions
• Onboard Spending Money – $500 per guest
• Specialty Dining – dine up to four times at award-winning specialty restaurants
• Captain’s Circle Benefits – up to $1,000 USD in savings per guest for the first two guests in a stateroom

In addition, guests who pay in full for the World Cruise by May 31, 2023, will receive an extra 5% Future Cruise Credit on their cruise fare.

Embrace the spirit of adventure and embark on the journey of a lifetime with Princess Cruises’ epic 116-day World Cruise in 2025. With an unparalleled combination of popular ports and off-the-beaten-path locales, this unforgettable voyage promises a truly unique and awe-inspiring experience for travelers seeking to explore the world in luxury and style.

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I tried Princess Cruise's premier package. At just $80 a day, it's one of the best deals at sea.

• I paid about $80 a day for a premier package on a recent Princess Cruise .
• The fee got me unlimited room service, onboard WiFi, premium desserts, and more. 
• The package was an incredible value and it made my trip feel luxurious. 

I've been on 18 cruises and I absolutely love them.

I wake up in a new place every morning and unpack only once. Most of my meals are planned and paid for in advance, and I feel the ocean breeze every time I step out onto my cabin's balcony .

The only letdown is when the bill that arrives the night before each cruise ends contains more charges than I'd kept track of in my head.

I hate the wallet-wrenching surprise of that final invoice, filled with a few more drinks than I remember ordering, the WiFi I couldn't live without, and the specialty dining restaurants I splurged on.

But all that changed the moment I discovered the Premier Cruises' Premier Princess package on Princess Cruises during a family vacation on the Regal Princess in December.

Although my parents, brother, and brother's girlfriend went à la carte with their onboard purchases, my fiancé and I ordered the premier package.

It gave us a huge leg up throughout the trip. Here's why it may be worth considering if you're planning to sail with Princess Cruises.

For just $80 per person per day, we got tons of perks

The premier package costs $80 per day per guest, which amounts to $560 per person on a seven-day sailing (or $1,120 per couple).

At first glance, that sounds like a significant additional line item — but not when you compare the included items to the cruise's à la carte costs.

Princess Cruises' Premier Princess package includes:

• WiFi: Up to four devices per guest
• Beverages: Premium drinks (up to $20 each), bottled water, specialty coffee and juice bar
• Crew appreciation: Mandatory prepaid tips
• Professional photos: Unlimited digital photos and three prints
• Specialty multi-course meals: Two per sailing
• Meals at casual-dining restaurants: Unlimited
• Premium desserts: Unlimited treats from specialty venues
• OceanNow: Fee waived for food and drink delivery anywhere on board
• Room service delivery: Unlimited
• Fitness classes: Unlimited classes by Xpotential (Pure Barre, Yoga Six, and Stretch Lab)
• Reserved theatre seating
• Princess Prizes: Win prizes like wine tasting, onboard credit, and more by opening your door during certain hours

I didn't indulge a ton on my trip but I still saved money with the premier package

Right off the bat, passengers must pay $16/day for crew appreciation (read: gratuities). Crew appreciation is included in my package, so that's $112 of the $560 I paid for the package accounted for.

I'm a light drinker, so I only ordered two alcoholic drinks a day: usually a pre-dinner cocktail ($15 to $20 à la carte) and a glass of wine with dinner ($10).

I sometimes got a soda with lunch ($2.50) or a specialty coffee ($3 to $4) at breakfast. That totals $27.50 to $34 a day, or $192.50 to $238 a week for a week of drinks if they were à la carte.

For the record, though, the premier package includes 15 alcoholic beverages daily, so you can drink far more than I did and order over $2,000 worth of drinks in a week.

I also saved on onboard WiFi, an essential for me because I'm always working and sharing my adventures in real time on Instagram .

Since I use both a phone and a laptop, I'd need to connect at least two devices. That would typically cost $40 a day, but up to four devices are included with the package. So that's a savings of $280.

If you're keeping tabs, I've now accounted for more than the cost of the premier package with just drinks, gratuities, and WiFi.

With our savings already more than accounted for, everything else was a bonus

For instance, I enjoy breaking up the monotony of eating in the main dining room with visits to such specialty restaurants as Sabatini's Italian Trattoria, Crown Grill, or The Catch by Rudi. Cover charges at these eateries range from $35 to $39 per person. I dined at two during my sailing, which would have totaled $74 without the package.

Because this was our first family vacation in about a decade, getting family photos was also a priority. So most nights before dinner, we visited the various portrait stations around the ship.

With the premier package, I was given an unlimited number of digital images, so we didn't have to make difficult decisions about which photos to keep and which to discard.

We ended up with more than a dozen digital photos and six prints. On the other hand, my brother and his girlfriend bought some of their couples-only photos and paid $191.75 for five digital photos.

Plus, my fiancé and I indulged in a few premium desserts ($10 each à la carte), I took a fitness class to help balance them out ($30 à la carte), and we made use of the OceanNow service that delivers food or drinks to you anywhere on board ($15 one-time fee).

Overall, my package basically paid for itself, and then some

Overall, I'd estimate we saved at least $275 per person by choosing this package — and we used the included perks rather conservatively since we just aren't big drinkers.

But even if you only plan to have two drinks a day like we did, this package basically pays for itself.

It's worth noting that you can only order the package before you board or through the second day of your sailing. Both passengers in a stateroom must sign up for it.

If one of you doesn't drink alcohol or doesn't care to be connected to WiFi, it probably won't make financial sense to purchase this package.

But the best part of having this package was that I never felt nickeled and dimed and was able to just enjoy a week with my family in the Caribbean .

I didn't stress about putting any extras "on my tab" because I knew my final bill would be a fixed cost I'd already made peace with. And by doing so, I certainly came out ahead.

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101 day World cruise question

By LHP , May 6, 2023 in Princess Cruises

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We have 24  days on Princess; which means we are still the lowest level.

We are sailing on the 2025 World cruise from LA to Ft Lauderdale for 101 days.

Will our status change during the cruise ?

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Rick&Jeannie

Yes, but you will probably have to speak to the Captain's Host to get it reviewed.

beach bunnie

In the past, they have upgraded people at the end of each segment.

You need 36 night to become Platinum so once you have sailed 36 nights of the voyage at the start of the segment after that you will have the new benefits.  You should get info in your cabin a few days prior but if not check with front desk on that segments turn-around day

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New Sun Princess One of Five to Sail Region 

Season Also Features Total Solar Eclipse Cruise - Return to Copenhagen – Plus New Roundtrip Rome Itineraries

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. , May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises is going big in Europe for 2026. The "Love Boat" line today announced that its 2026 European cruise and cruisetour season will be its biggest ever, with five Princess cruise ships sailing the region, including the sensational new Sun Princess. Set to sail on a record-breaking 222 cruises, guests will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the beauty and diversity of Europe .

Running March through November 2026 , the European season features 59 unique itineraries, visiting 101 destinations across 29 countries, ranging from five to 42 nights. Highlights of the upcoming season include an opportunity to experience the 2026 total solar eclipse; sail on the newest Princess ship – Sun Princess; the return of roundtrip cruises from Copenhagen and new itineraries from Rome . The robust season goes on sale May 23, 2024 .

"There's incredible demand for European vacations and we don't see that slowing down anytime soon," said Terry Thornton , chief commercial officer for Princess Cruises. "Guests should book early as our best pricing will be when these cruises first go on sale. Our 2026 season delivers the best of Europe with incredible voyages visiting a mix of marquee ports, as well as smaller, off-the-beaten-path spots offering guests their very own personalized journey."

2026 Europe Highlights Sun Princess , the next-level Love Boat from Princess, will sail 7-, 14- and 21-night Mediterranean voyages departing from Civitavecchia ( Rome ), Piraeus ( Athens ), and Barcelona . Guests on a 14- and 21-night voyage can enjoy an itinerary without calling to the same port twice for a Grand Mediterranean Adventure .

Itinerary Sample: A seven-night Mediterranean voyage sails roundtrip from Piraeus ( Athens ) to Barcelona , calling at Santorini, Kotor, Corfu, and Messina ( Sicily ).

The newest Princess ship is a true engineering marvel, offering an extraordinary cruise experience with not-to-be-missed culinary, entertainment and luxury accommodations. Sun Princess debuts new eye-catching experience venues including The Dome, a groundbreaking geodesic, glass-enclosed structure at the top of the ship inspired by the terraces of Santorini. The outward and suspended Sphere Atrium, the namesake of this new class of ship, takes the central Piazza hub of the ship into a new dimension. With 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, high-end ingredients and culinary experiences, Sun Princess has something for every guest to love.

The 3,660-guest Sky Princess will return for its sixth year to home port in Southampton . Sky Princess takes guests on itineraries ranging from seven to 28 nights to destinations including Northern Europe , the Canary Islands, and the Mediterranean.

On August 12, 2026 , Sky Princess will sail directly into the "path of totality" on a special 14-night Total Solar Eclipse Cruise which also visits France , Spain and Portugal . The cruise departs Southampton August 8, 2026 .

NEW  for 2026 is a 28-night Northern Europe and Mediterranean itinerary sailing roundtrip Southampton and calling to Skagen, Copenhagen , Warnemunde (for Berlin ), Stockholm (overnight), Helsinki , Tallinn , Visby, Zeebrugge (for Brussels /Bruges), Southampton , Vigo, Cadiz (for Seville ), Malaga, Cartagena, Gibraltar , Lisbon , Bilbao , Le Verdon (for Bordeaux ). Departs September 12, 2026 .

NEW for 2026, the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess offers Mediterranean itineraries roundtrip from Civitavecchia ( Rome ), ranging from five, seven, eight, and 14-nights.

Itinerary Sample: A seven-night Mediterranean & Adriatic sailing roundtrip Rome (Civitavecchia) to Dubrovnik, Kotor and Corfu.

For the first time-ever, the 3,560-guest Majestic Princess is sailing roundtrip from Southampton , offering British Isles and Northern Europe itineraries ranging from 11, 12 and 14 nights. British Isles voyages take guests to historic ports across England , Wales , Ireland , Northern Ireland and Scotland , while the Northern Europe itineraries include stops in Scandinavia, Iceland , the Netherlands , Germany , and Belgium .

Itinerary Sample: A 14-night Northern Europe cruise visits Haugesund ( Norway ), Skjolden/Sognefjord ( Norway ), Olden/Nordfjord ( Norway ), Aalesund ( Norway ), Reykjavik ( Iceland ), Isafjordur ( Iceland ), Akureyri ( Iceland ).

Princess Cruises returns to Copenhagen after six years with the 2,670-guest Sapphire Princess , providing 12-night Northern Europe itineraries.

Itinerary Sample: Visits to Skagen, Oslo , Gdynia, Klaipeda, Riga , Tallinn , Helsinki , Nynashamn (for Stockholm ), and Visby.

Prior to sailing from Copenhagen , Sapphire Princess sails in the Mediterranean for two months between March and April 2026 , from Barcelona , plus itineraries sailing roundtrip from Civitavecchia ( Rome ).

Cruisetours: Guests can combine a Europe cruise with multiple days on land to experience more of the region with five cruisetours to choose from. Guests can choose to sightsee in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid on the Highlights of Spain cruisetour, visit Florence and Rome on the Classic Italy cruisetour, explore Mediterranean treasures on the Best of Greece cruisetour or take in the spectacular landscapes of Ireland on the Ring of Kerry cruisetour.

Grand Adventures and Passages: All five ships sail ultimate transatlantic crossings, offering voyages ranging between 14- and 29-nights.

More Ashore: 19 ports include 'More Ashore' late-night stays on select itineraries, and three ports provide overnight stays – Alta, Hamburg and Stockholm .

With Princess Plus and Premier inclusive packages guests enjoy the ultimate in savings by adding popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, fitness classes, crew gratuities and more at an even greater savings of up 65% when amenities are purchased separately.

Princess Captain's Circle members can take advantage of an early booking window starting May 16, 2024 , and are eligible for a special discount if booking before August 31, 2024 .

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .

About Princess Cruises Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean , Alaska , Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe , South America , Australia / New Zealand , the South Pacific, Hawaii , Asia , Canada /New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK).

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Princess Cruises to Launch Voyages Out of This Caribbean Destination for the First Time in 10 Years

Starting October 2025, the cruise line will sail from San Juan, Puerto Rico on seven-day voyages on board the Grand Princess.

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Princess Cruises will return to San Juan, Puerto Rico, next year for the first time in more than 10 years, sailing week-long voyages from the U.S. territory.

Starting October 2025, the cruise line will sail from the capital of Puerto Rico on seven-day voyages on board the Grand Princess . Princess will plan to sail these southern Caribbean voyages through March 2026, the company shared with Travel + Leisure.

The Grand Princess will sail two alternating itineraries, both roundtrip from San Juan. The first will include stops in Tortola, St. Kitts, Dominica, Grenada, and Barbados, while the second will include stops in St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Antigua, St. Vincent, and Barbados. Each will include a day at sea.

“Our return to San Juan after more than a decade not only reconnects our guests with a port rich in history and charm, but further expands the variety of departure points across North America that our guests can sail from,” Terry Thornton, the chief commercial officer for Princess Cruises, said in a statement shared with T+L. “Puerto Rico remains one of the fastest-growing destinations in the Caribbean and continues to attract new airlift from source markets across the U.S. as well as markets in Europe and South America, which makes it a great fit for Princess. Plus, there are many outstanding options to choose from for a great pre- or post-cruise stay.”

While on board the 2,600-guest Grand Princess ship, passengers can enjoy a mini golf putting course, indulge in afternoon tea, relax in the adults-only The Sanctuary, and more. The Grand Princess is the oldest in the company’s fleet , but underwent a major renovation in 2019.

Cruises from San Juan will go on sale on May 16, according to the company.

While Princess is making plans to return to San Juan next year, the company was forced to delay another 2025 debut when it pushed back the delivery of its newest ship , the Star Princess , by about two months. That ship is now expected to sail in the fall of 2025.

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