Open for Sale Now, Early Booking Offer
Includes the Ultimate Perks & Amenities
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LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 7, 2024
/CNW/ -- Princess Cruises today announced the cruise line's most
destination-rich voyage ever offered with its new 131-day Circle
Pacific Voyage departing January
2026 and visiting 60 ports in 19 countries around the
Pacific Ocean. This voyage replaces the previously announced 2026
World Cruise to bypass the Red Sea and surrounding region.
On sale now, this new itinerary aboard Coral Princess departs
Ft. Lauderdale on January 5, 2026, and sails through Hawaii, French
Polynesia, the South Pacific, New
Zealand and Australia,
before continuing north on a tour of Asia highlighted with an extensive journey
through Japan, followed by a
Pacific crossing to experience the natural wonders of Alaska. Finally, after cruising southbound
along the scenic Pacific Coast, the adventure culminates in
Los Angeles on May 16, 2026. Guests may also choose a shorter
115-day roundtrip voyage from Los
Angeles, departing January 21,
2026, as well as shorter segments sailing in various
regions.
Iconic destinations await including Auckland, Bangkok, Hong
Kong, Fiji, Osaka, Singapore, Sydney and Tahiti, with many late-night stays
to enjoy the most time in port.
The decision follows extensive consultations with global
security experts and government authorities to ensure Princess
upholds the highest standards of safety while delivering an
exceptional travel experience.
"This Circle Pacific Voyage is more than just an itinerary, it's
an invitation to explore some of the Pacific's most iconic and
remote destinations in a single, unforgettable journey," said
John Padgett, Princess Cruises
president. "We've crafted this route to showcase the beauty,
culture, and diversity of 19 countries, from the volcanic shores of
Hawaii to the bustling streets of
Bangkok and the serene landscapes
of Alaska."
Guests who book the full 131-day or 115-day voyage by
December 31, 2024, will receive the
ultimate in early booking perks including:
- Princess Premier Package, offering:
- FREE Premium Beverages (unlimited up to $20 each)
- FREE Unlimited Specialty Dining
- FREE Crew Appreciation
- FREE MedallionNet Max WiFi (up to four devices per guest)
- FREE Unlimited Juice Bar and Specialty Coffees
- FREE Premium Desserts
- FREE Unlimited Fitness Classes
- FREE Photo Package (unlimited digital + three prints)
- Up to $500 Onboard Credit
- FREE EZair Airfare (for guests 1 & 2):
- Economy (balcony accommodations)
- First Class (Mini-suite and Suite accommodations)
- FREE transfers from Los
Angeles, Ft. Lauderdale and
Miami International Airports
Those booking shorter segments also receive perks, including
onboard credits and Captain's Circle Discounts. Full details are
available here: www.princess.com/worldcruise
Princess is contacting those guests who already booked the
originally released 2026 World Cruise with details of compensation,
updating their bookings and related policies.
Coral Princess Amenities and Entertainment
With
enrichment speakers, destination experts, ambassadors, performers
and theatrical productions, Coral Princess brings each destination
to life through immersive onboard programming. These thoughtfully
crafted experiences, combined with an expertly curated itinerary,
ensure a truly memorable voyage, including:
- Cultural Enrichments: Language classes; dance
lessons (tango, salsa, waltz and more); destination-based arts
& crafts; instrument lessons (ukulele, mandolin and penny
whistles) and locally inspired culinary offerings, cocktails and
wine.
- Destination-Specific Events: Folkloric shows
highlighting traditional entertainment for various ports like
Honolulu and Auckland; Destination-themed deck and sailaway
parties; trivia; and Princess Book Club, reading novels set in the
countries visited.
- Guest Lecturers: Art and history experts; maritime
and WWII historians, bridge lecturers and destination ambassadors
from various destinations.
Additionally, the exclusive Princess MedallionClass vacation
experience delivers exceptional, personalized experiences typical
of small ships, while enjoying the best large-ship amenities. With
expedited boarding, located loved ones anywhere on the ship,
enhanced service like having whatever they need delivered – guests
can spend more time connecting with each other and the destinations
they visit and doing what they love on their Princess vacation.
More 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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