Tourexpi
Princess Cruises has unveiled its largest and most
diverse Caribbean programme yet for the 2027–28 season, featuring 31 ports, five
homeports, and the introduction of Celebration Key™ to its itineraries.
Beginning 1 November 2026, the line’s newest ship, Star Princess, will make the
first call, followed shortly by Regal Princess.
Celebration Key joins the line-up
Purpose-built on Grand Bahama Island, Celebration Key
combines calm turquoise lagoons, beaches and family-friendly or adults-only
areas. Guests can already book Caribbean and Panama Canal voyages; island
experiences such as cabanas open for booking from 17 December. Additional
Princess ships – including Caribbean Princess, Enchanted Princess, Sky Princess
and Sun Princess – will call throughout the 2026–27 and 2027–28 seasons.
“More of what guests love”
“We’re incredibly excited to bring our guests an
expanded Caribbean season filled with more of what they love – sun-soaked
destinations, immersive experiences, and the elegance of our two newest
Sphere-class ships,” said Jim Berra, Chief Commercial Officer of Princess
Cruises.
2027–28
Caribbean highlights
·
187 departures on nine ships, including both newest Sphere-class ships
·
43 itineraries, from 4–15 days
·
31 destinations, including 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
·
22 islands across the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean
·
Five homeports: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, New York and San
Juan
·
“More Ashore” late-night stays in Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao
2027–28 Panama Canal highlights
Princess continues its long-standing leadership in
Panama Canal cruising with:
·
22 departures on five ships
·
Nine itineraries, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale or ocean-to-ocean
between Los Angeles/Vancouver and Fort Lauderdale/Port Canaveral
·
21 destinations in nine countries, including seven UNESCO sites
·
Late-night calls in Cartagena, Aruba and Puerto Amador
Celebration Key – a new exclusive island experience
The destination offers over a mile of shoreline and
five distinct areas, including family-focused Starfish Lagoon™, adult-oriented Calypso
Lagoon™, the premium Pearl Cove Beach Club™, and Lokono Cove™, a village
showcasing local craftsmanship.
More information on Celebration Key is available at www.princess.com/celebrationkey.
For Princess Cruises bookings and details: 1-800-PRINCESS
or www.princess.com.
Image
Credit: © Princess Cruises
The most interesting news
Read the News

Turkish tourism stays resilient despite regional conflicts
Strong summer demand keeps visitor numbers stable as TURSAB calls for broader tourism products and tighter rules for foreign digital booking platforms
Read the News

Carnival Tropicale opens bookings ahead of 2028 Galveston debut
Carnival Cruise Line’s fifth and final Excel-class ship will sail from Texas to the Caribbean, Bahamas and Mexico from April 2028
Read the News

PAM Hotels expands MICE focus across Mexico and Latin America
The group presented 14 properties across nine brands at IBTM Americas 2026, targeting new business from meetings, incentives, congresses and corporate events
Read the News

Nicaragua waives VAT on tourism services during September holidays
Hotels, hostels and restaurants can join the nine-day tax incentive from September 12 to 20 as Nicaragua seeks to stimulate domestic travel during its patriotic holidays
Read the News

Asia: Agoda identifies six emerging destinations for sleep tourism
From Japanese hot springs to Vietnamese mountain lakes, Agoda highlights quieter Asian destinations for travelers increasingly prioritizing rest and recovery
Read the News

Caribbean and Brazil: Palladium Hotel Group unveils festive season program
Grand Palladium, TRS Hotels and Family Selection resorts will offer special dining, entertainment and in-room experiences across Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Brazil
Read the News

Brazil: Pantanal opens up a world of jaguar safaris and nature adventures
Brazil’s vast tropical wetland combines wildlife watching, river journeys, traditional ranch life and conservation experiences across Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul
Read the News

Eurowings opens new crew training centre in Dusseldorf
New 2,000-square-metre facility near Dusseldorf Airport will train up to 150 crew members a day, with virtual reality technology to follow in 2027
Read the News

UK tourist tax plans raise concerns over international competitiveness
WTTC warns uncapped overnight visitor levies in England could reduce demand, divert spending abroad and put tourism jobs and investment at risk
Read the News

Qatar Airways expands winter network to more than 170 destinations
Canberra and Zanzibar return to the network as the airline adds frequencies across Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and the Middle East
Read the News

Istanbul Airport targets luxury aviation with new private terminal
Around 3,600 VVIP passengers have used the JETEX-IGA facility since May, with particularly strong demand from Russia, Central Asia and the Middle East
Read the News

Hilton ranks as Asia’s best workplace for second consecutive year
The hotel group marks a decade as the region’s highest-ranked hospitality employer while its Asia-Pacific workforce grows to more than 99,000
Read the News

Germany’s inbound tourism gains momentum during summer season
International overnight stays rose 3.2 percent in July, while travel industry sentiment points to further growth in the months ahead
Read the News

Eurowings expands winter network from Germany and the Czech Republic
New routes and extended services connect Berlin with Bologna, Dusseldorf with Milan and Tallinn, and Prague with Finnish Lapland
Read the News

Agoda matches Asian hidden gems with the twelve zodiac signs
From Niseko’s ski slopes to Ninh Binh’s limestone landscapes, Agoda turns astrology into inspiration for exploring lesser-known destinations across Asia
Read the News

Colombia adds 20 new international air routes in 2026
Ten airlines are expanding connectivity from the Americas, Europe and the Middle East, adding almost 15,500 weekly seats to Colombia
Read the News

Thailand: TAT promotes wellness and MICE tourism at Gastech 2026
Thailand is using the global energy conference in Bangkok to showcase wellness, culture and responsible travel to more than 50,000 international professionals
Read the News

Nicaragua strengthens tourism promotion in Canada
The Nicaraguan Tourism Institute presented the destination to travel industry professionals in Toronto and Montreal as part of the Canada Roadshow 2026
Read the News

Türkiye ranks among top non-EU destinations for European travellers
Eurostat data shows Türkiye was one of the three most popular destinations outside the European Union for EU residents in 2024
Read the News

ALTA aviation conference focuses on regulation and competitiveness
More than 170 airline executives, lawyers and industry experts discussed legal and aeropolitical challenges facing aviation across Latin America and the Caribbean
Read the News

Emirates expands travel rehearsals for neurodiverse families in Australia
Airport and aircraft simulations in Perth, Brisbane and Melbourne are designed to help passengers with autism and sensory sensitivities prepare for their journey
