Newest Ship - Star Princess - 1 of 8 Ships
Headlining 2026 Alaska Season
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LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 24,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the
leading cruise line in Alaska,
today unveiled its biggest-ever Alaska season for 2026, highlighted by the
debut of the newest ship in its fleet, Star Princess. The exciting,
expanded Alaska program for 2026
features eight ships, 180 departures, and 19 destinations,
providing travelers with an unparalleled selection of Alaska adventures by sea, or by both land and
sea.
For the first time, guests will have the opportunity to explore
Alaska aboard a Sphere Class ship
as Star Princess sails her first summer season in the Great Land,
offering unparalleled views of glaciers and wildlife. As the second
ship in the Sphere Class following Sun Princess, Star Princess
launches in fall 2025 and promises an elevated cruising experience.
A true engineering marvel and a global citizen, this ship features
innovative architectural spectacles like The Dome, the industry's
first geodesic structure, and The Sphere, a suspended glass Piazza.
Additionally, it is celebrated, along with sister ship Sun
Princess, as the greatest foodie destination at sea, promising to
tantalize taste buds with world-class culinary offerings.
Bookings open August 1 with the
"Better Than Best Price Guarantee" offering the best rates and 120%
of the price difference as onboard credit if a lower rate is found
before final payment. This promotion ends September 2, 2024 with full details here.
"2026 will reinforce Princess' leadership in Alaska vacations. The deployment of the
magnificent Star Princess to Alaska for the first time will offer guests
unprecedented views, luxurious accommodations, and the finest food,
beverages and entertainment ever seen in the Great Land. Our guests
will experience Alaska like never
before aboard our innovative Sphere Class ship," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
"Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler,
Princess is the ultimate choice for luxury and adventure, with
awe-inspiring glaciers, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the
freshest seafood imaginable."
Highlights for Alaska in 2026
include:
Eight Ships Sailing Alaska in 2026
For 2026, guests can choose from 180 departures from five
convenient ports aboard eight incredible ships, including the new
Star Princess. Options include:
- Voyage of the Glaciers: Discovery Princess, Grand Princess,
Coral Princess, and Island Princess will offer seven-day
journeys to experience the breathtaking views of two Alaska glaciers—and Princess has more visits
to Glacier Bay National Park than any other cruise line. Can't get
enough? These itineraries are combinable for adventure-seekers,
nature enjoyers and Alaska lovers
to indulge in a 14-day Voyage of the Glaciers Grand Adventure.
- Inside Passage: Guests can enjoy seven- to 20-day
cruises and up to four glacier-viewing experiences when they sail
the Inside Passage and visit the highest-rated Alaska destinations and lesser-known gems from
convenient homeports including weekend departures from Seattle (Royal Princess and Star
Princess), San Francisco
(Ruby Princess), Vancouver,
B.C. (Emerald Princess), and Los Angeles (Emerald Princess).
- Longer Sailings: Guests who want to spend more time
with Princess this Alaska season
can opt for a 20-day Ultimate Alaska Solstice on Ruby
Princess sailing roundtrip from San
Francisco, and a 16-day Inside Passage on Emerald
Princess roundtrip from Los
Angeles.
Adventures Ashore
Princess gives guests the chance to expand their cruise
experience with exciting and authentic shore excursions at their
ports of call. From "Cook My Catch" fishing for dinner, flying on a
helicopter through mountainous views, watching breaching whales,
and more, guests have a plethora of exciting excursions to choose
from.
Award-Winning, Onboard Activities with "North to Alaska with Princess" Program
The award-winning "North to Alaska with Princess" program enriches each
Alaska cruise with cultural and
educational activities, including naturalist talks, a planetarium
Northern Lights experience, and a deliciously fresh local
Alaska seafood menu. In addition,
the popular Junior Ranger program
for young cruisers, ensures guests of all ages enjoy their
Alaska cruise as they explore the
Great Land's rich history.
Cruisetours – Cruise, Rail and Lodge in Interior of
Alaska
Combining a cruise with a land tour is a great way to maximize
an Alaska vacation, including the
chance to visit Denali National
Park and beyond. The 2026 season includes more than 20
cruisetour options.
One highlight is the 15-night National Parks Tour, perfect for
those who want to seamlessly get their National Parks Passport
stamped. Guests will adventure to five of Alaska's most breathtaking parks including
Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords National
Park, and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in
Skagway. This experience combines
a seven-day cruise, scenic rail travel, with eight nights ashore,
including stays at four Princess-owned wilderness lodges.
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. The company is part of
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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