Princess Cruises celebrated the extremely anticipated arrival of Caribbean Princess in Port Canaveral at this time, marking the launch of a brand new season of Caribbean cruises from this handy Central Florida homeport. The ship set sail on a four-day Thanksgiving cruise to Turks & Caicos. This one is of specific curiosity for quite a lot of causes.
First, we’ve got sailed Caribbean Princess a number of instances previously but it surely’s been some time. So Lisa and I shall be on board for the December 15 crusing to the Western Caribbean. Additionally, we’re actually wanting ahead to this crusing because it marks a return to a favourite ship which is at all times enjoyable. Doubling down on that theme, it’s additionally our return crusing to the Caribbean, the primary since earlier than the pandemic. We’ve flown and sailed right here and there around the globe since then… however not the Caribbean, the best place to get to from our dwelling in Central Florida. Extra on that shortly. At the moment was all concerning the arrival of Caribbean Princess in simply accessible Port Canaveral.
Within the spirit of giving, Princess made a beneficiant donation of non-perishable meals gadgets to The Sharing Heart of Central Brevard. Practically two tons of meals will assist native households in want.
“At the moment we have a good time the arrival of Caribbean Princess to Port Canaveral, one of many premier ports in cruising, and proudly assist the local people,” mentioned John Padgett, President of Princess Cruises. “Port Canaveral affords implausible services and is definitely accessible for our friends, whether or not they select to drive, fly, or make the most of our unique Rail & Sail program with Brightline.”
The inaugural winter season from Port Canaveral options 19 extra cruise departures to the Jap and Western Caribbean, with voyages starting from six to eight days. A number of the thrilling itineraries embody:
- Jap Caribbean: Six-day cruises to Nassau, Grand Turk, and both Amber Cove or San Juan (Departures: Dec. 9, 23, 2024; Jan. 6, 20; Feb. 3, 17; March 3, 17, 31, 2025)
- Jap Caribbean: Eight-day cruises to St. Thomas, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Grand Turk (Departures: Dec. 1, 29, 2024; Jan. 26; Feb. 23; March 23, 2025)
- Western Caribbean: Eight-day voyages to Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize Metropolis, and Roatan (Departures: Dec. 15, 2024; Jan. 12; Feb. 9; March 9; April 6, 2025)
Friends can mix six- and eight-day itineraries for an extended 14-day trip.
“We’re past thrilled to welcome the attractive Caribbean Princess to Port Canaveral – a cruise line our friends have been requesting for a very long time,” mentioned Captain John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO. “Port Canaveral is dedicated to providing our friends numerous cruise choices, and Caribbean Princess is the right addition to this market with its beautiful décor and revolutionary know-how, hallmarks of the Princess Cruises expertise.”
Household-Pleasant Options and Signature Service
The three,140-guest Caribbean Princess affords 1,571 staterooms, together with choices for households with interconnecting rooms and a variety of suites and mini-suites. The ship caters to all ages with facilities like a Youth & Teen Heart for youths and youths aged 3-17, an out of doors Films Below the Stars display screen, partaking Broadway-style manufacturing reveals, and The Sanctuary – a soothing, adults-only area with ocean breezes.
To boost the cruise expertise, Caribbean Princess affords Princess Plus and Princess Premier inclusive packages, which offer financial savings of as much as 65% on fashionable facilities like Wi-Fi, drinks, crew gratuities, and extra when bought individually.
The ship additionally options Princess Cruises’ signature MedallionClass know-how, offering friends with personalised, premium service that enhances the general trip expertise, reinforcing Princess’ status for delivering unforgettable household adventures.
Royal-Class Sky Princess is scheduled to sail from Port Canaveral for the following 2025-2026 winter season to the Jap and Western Caribbean. Cruises are on sale now.
Further details about Princess Cruises is on the market by way of knowledgeable journey advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.