Experience the Wonders of Mexico, Hawaii, and California with Princess Cruises' 2026-2027 Sailings from the West Coast

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Princess Cruises has announced its 2026-2027 West Coast season, featuring 69 voyages across 26 destinations from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver, B.C. The program includes the debut of the new Star Princess and involves 8 ships offering diverse itineraries to Mexico, Hawaii, and California.

Key highlights include Mexican Riviera cruises, 16-day Hawaiian Islands voyages, California Coast sailings, and Pacific Northwest routes. The season features special holiday voyages and wine-themed cruises, with cruise lengths ranging from 4 to 32 days. The company offers a Better than Best Price Guarantee with 120% onboard credit if lower fares are found.

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• Expansion of cruise offerings with 69 voyages across 26 destinations
• Launch of new Star Princess vessel expanding fleet capacity
• Diverse itinerary portfolio ranging from 4 to 32-day cruises
• Price guarantee offering 120% onboard credit for better-found fares

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Leading Cruise Line on the West Coast Offers Voyages from Los Angeles,
San Francisco and Vancouver, B.C.

New Star Princess to Sail Mexican Riviera Voyage from Los Angeles in April 2027

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 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.

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. Sun Princess, the brand's new, next-level Love Boat named Condé Nast Traveler's Mega Ship of the Year, introduces the groundbreaking Sphere Class platform and will be joined by sister ship, Star Princess, in Fall 2025. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

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FAQ

When will Princess Cruises' new Star Princess begin sailing Mexican Riviera voyages?

Star Princess will begin sailing Mexican Riviera voyages with a seven-day roundtrip departing April 19, 2027, from Los Angeles.

How many destinations does Princess Cruises' 2026-2027 West Coast season cover?

The 2026-2027 West Coast season covers 26 destinations with 69 voyages operated by 8 ships.

What are the departure ports for Princess Cruises' 2026-2027 West Coast season?

The cruises will depart from three ports: Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver, B.C.

What is Princess Cruises' price guarantee policy for the 2026-2027 season?

Princess Cruises offers a Better than Best Price Guarantee, providing 120% of the difference in onboard credit if a lower fare is found for the same cruise before final payment.