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From
sun-drenched Mexican beaches to the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii and
the rugged beauty of California's coast, Princess Cruises' newly
announced 2026-2027 West Coast season delivers unforgettable journeys across 26
breathtaking destinations. Sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco,
and Vancouver, B.C., the program spans 69 voyages, including the debut of
the highly anticipated Star Princess. With itineraries designed to immerse
travelers in the culture, natural beauty, and cuisine of each region, the season
promises a world-class cruising experience unlike any other.
"Our
2026-2027 season builds on our West Coast legacy with diverse itineraries that
capture the essence of these extraordinary destinations," said Terry
Thornton, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. "From the golden
beaches of Mexico to the vibrant energy of California and
the tropical charm of Hawaii, these sailings are crafted to offer
something truly special for every traveler."
Key
Highlights of the 2026-2027 West Coast Season
·
Total Departures: 69
·
Unique Itineraries: 12
·
Destinations: 26
·
Ships: 8, including the new Star
Princess
Sailings
from Los Angeles
·
Star Princess (NEW!): The newest,
next-level Love Boat - Star Princess - sails one roundtrip, seven-day Mexican
Riviera voyage departing April 19, 2027.
·
Discovery Princess: Offers
seven-day Mexican Riviera cruises visiting Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán,
and Puerto Vallarta (October 2026 – April 2027).
·
Emerald Princess: Features
diverse itineraries, including:
·
16-day Hawaiian Islands cruises,
including late-night stays in Honolulu (September 2026 – March
2027)
·
7-day Classic California Coast
sailings including over Spring Break (November 2026 and March 2027)
·
10-day Baja Peninsula &
Sea of Cortez voyage celebrating the New Year departing December
30, 2026.
·
4-day West Coast Getaway, perfect for
a short trip over Thanksgiving departing November 24, 2026. Island
Princess: Embarks on a 32-day adventure to the South Pacific Islands
and Hawaii, departing September 23, 2026.
·
Grand Princess: Offers a
10-day Baja Peninsula & Sea of Cortez cruise featuring
an overnight in Cabo San Lucas departing September 25, 2026.
Sailings
from San Francisco
·
Ruby Princess: Returns with
roundtrip itineraries sailing October 2026 to April 2027,
including:
·
16-day voyages to Hawaii including
a special holiday sailing over the New Year.
·
11-day sailing to Mexico over
the Christmas holiday.
·
7-day Pacific Northwest Coast in November
2026 and April 2027. Also offered, a five-day West Coast Getaway
to San Diego over Thanksgiving,
·
Vancouver, B.C. to Los
Angeles
Wine
lovers can enjoy cruises aboard five ships departing from Vancouver, B.C.,
including stops in San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Catalina Island,
and San Diego. Departures are scheduled for September 2026 ,
with cruise lengths ranging from six to seven days aboard five ships - Coral
Princess, Discovery Princess, Grand Princess, Island Princess,
and the new Star Princess.
The
west coast program also includes several holiday voyages roundtrip from
either Los Angeles or San Francisco, including Hawaii and Mexico over
Christmas or New Year's and shorter West Coast Getaways over Thanksgiving.
Guests
can book with the Better than Best Price Guarantee, ensuring that if they find
a better cruise fare on Princess.com for the same Princess cruise, stateroom
category, and sail date at any time before their final payment, Princess will
provide 120% of the difference in the form of an onboard credit.
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.
Image
Credit: © Princess Cruises
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