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Four Royal Caribbean Ships Will Cruise Alaska in 2023
Sarah Bretz, Contributor
- December 6, 2021
Royal Caribbean has announced that four of its ships will be sailing Alaskan waters in 2023.
Three returning vessels — Ovation, Quantum, and Radiance of the Seas will be joined by Enchantment of the Seas in the region to offer seven-night voyages from Seattle, Vancouver, and Seward between May and September 2023.
Following summer 2022, Royal’s Alaska return in 2023 will be its second year in a row with four ships in the region.
Ovation and Quantum of the Seas
Both Ovation and Quantum of the Seas will set sail from Seattle, offering rides on the North Star observation capsule and experiences in the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator all on board.
Ovation of the Seas will set sail on Fridays, offering port calls in Juneau, Ward Cove near Ketchikan, and extended stays in Skagway.
Quantum will bring travelers up close to Dawes Glacier at the end of Endicott Arm fjord, along with visits to Ketchikan, Victoria, Sitka, and Icy Strait Point. The ship will depart on Mondays.
Radiance and Enchantment of the Seas
Once again, Radiance of the Seas will sail alternating southbound and northbound itineraries that depart from Seward and Vancouver. Travelers will visit Icy Strait Point, Sitka, and Skagway, and sail the Inside Passage and see Hubbard Glacier.
Enchantment of the Seas will make her way to the Pacific coast for her debut Alaska season, sailing roundtrip from Vancouver. Multiple glaciers and fjords will be featured, including Hubbard Glacier and Tracy Arm Fjord. Port calls will include Haines, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Juneau.
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On the way to Alaska, Ovation and Quantum of the Seas will offer a nine and 10-night sailing, respectively, that starts with island-hopping from Oahu, Kailua-Kona, and an overnight in Maui for two full days.
In October 2023, Ovation will offer a nine-night cruise from the Pacific Northwest to Hawaii, complete with three island visits and an overnight in Maui.
Sailing from Honolulu to Vancouver, Radiance of the Seas will welcome passengers on an 11-night cruise beginning with an overnight in Oahu and continuing with visits to Maui and both the leeward and windward coasts of the Big Island, before crossing the Pacific Ocean.
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What is it like Cruising to Alaska in October?
by Prof. Cruise · Published February 6, 2024 · Updated February 7, 2024
Cruising to Alaska in October: Introduction and Background
Those who follow me via my blog or on social media know that I cruise to Alaska frequently, both because Alaska owns significant real estate in my heart and also because I live within walking distance of the two cruise terminals in Seattle, so I regularly take advantage of last minute Alaska cruise deals. I’ve cruised there dozens and dozens of times (including from San Francisco for my honeymoon several years before moving to Seattle and from Vancouver a handful of times) on almost every line and itinerary and throughout the season. Speaking of which, I’ve watched over the past few years as the Seattle to Alaska cruise season has gradually gotten longer, now starting in early April and extending through late October. And, let me tell you, I’m HERE FOR IT! It’s always a sad day when the last cruise ship sails away for the season. I live in a high rise apartment in downtown Seattle, so I can literally see it sailing away and have been known to shed tears while drowning my sorrows in a chocolate martini (my favorite cruise drink).
Anyway, last year I decided to hop on the very last Alaska cruise of the season in late October to experience what it’s like to cruise to Alaska so late into the fall (my prior latest season cruise was in September). I also followed closely the other October Alaska cruises, both to have an idea of what I might expect, but also for research purposes knowing I was going to publish an article about October Alaska cruising. I had a good friend onboard the cruise just prior to mine, so she provided me with a lot of detail about her experience (I ended up getting really lucky on a number of fronts with my cruise while, sadly, she had a much different experience.).
So, based on both my own experience and extensive research, here are 12 things you can expect on a cruise to Alaska in October. I’ll start with 5 advantages to cruising in October before moving on to some (possibly) problematic things to consider before you decide to book an October itinerary.
12 Things you can Expect on a Cruise to Alaska in October
1: prices will be much lower and solo supplements may be waived.
For a 10-night Alaska sailing including Glacier Bay and long stays in every port (all this to say it was a very desirable itinerary), I paid less for my cruise in October than it costs for hotel room for one night and a dinner out in Seattle. And I paid NO solo supplement. Honestly, I think I ate more than my cruise fare in ice cream alone.
Looking at current prices for 2024, a 7-night Alaska itinerary on the Encore or Bliss will run you from around $1300-$1600 per person for an inside cabin in July (that’s the cruise fare only, not including taxes and extra packages). In October the same itineraries and cabins are currently listed for $600-$700 and prices are likely to drop even lower closer to the sail date. There’s even a 9-night itinerary in October on the Jewel listed for just $497 (interior, per person)!
2: Almost no kids will be onboard
Are you one of those people who says, “I looooove kids, buuuuuuut I prefer vacationing without them? No shame, I hear you! Even though I have my own kid and cruise with him frequently, I relish my relaxing solo cruises, booked intentionally during times with few kids onboard (because the whole point of a solo cruise is to have a BREAK from kids).
So, what’s the kid situation on an Alaska cruise in October? Having grown up in Utah, the average family in my neighborhood had more children than the total under 18 population of my October Alaska cruise, and 90% of them were under five (still adorable and not running wild and painting the walls with ice cream).
3: You may see the Northern Lights
Prior to this cruise I had three remaining items on my bucket list: (1) make out with Justin in his Honda accord; (2) see the Northern Lights; (3) see penguins on ice. Number one is currently the only item remaining even though I really should have crossed it off the list twenty years ago when Honda Accords stopped being cool and Justin phoned to tell me he’s gay. I crossed number three off this January on a cruise to Antarctica. And I crossed number two off on my October cruise to Alaska!
Seeing the Northern Lights is only a real possibility on the last cruises of the season in late September and October. Be sure to download an app or join a Facebook group that tracks the aurora forecast and shares current information, so you know when you need to head outside (usually in the middle of the night) to look. Some ships will also have a sign-up at Guest Services where they will call you in the event of any activity. Be sure to also connect with the naturalist onboard your cruise ship. They’ll be on the lookout too and will share any information they have with you. Good luck! Be sure to share pics with me if you’re lucky enough to catch it!
As a bonus, there’s another fascinating natural phenomenon you’ll have a shot at seeing on an October Alaska cruise: “hair ice.” While I’d crossed hair ice off my hiking bingo card a few years prior near Seattle, it was exciting to see it again on a hike in Ketchikan during my late October cruise. The conditions required for the formation of hair ice are extremely specific: rotting wood from a broadleaf tree, the presence of a certain fungus, moist air, a temperature slightly below 32°F, and latitudes between 45°N and 55°N.
4: Ports will be far less crowded
No port visit to Skagway is complete without greeting some of the town’s many ghosts (and I mean many, it’s rumored that every building has at least one), the most famous being Lydia of the Red Onion Saloon. But normally during the peak of the cruise season, you’ll be visiting said ghosts with about 40,000 fellow cruise ship passengers. Ports, including Skagway, will be PACKED full of tourists in June, July, and August. But not in October. Upon disembarking your ship, you may find yourself saying, “man, this place is like a ghost town!” And not for the reason I stated earlier. You’ll almost feel like you have the towns all to yourself and will have a much less chaotic and more authentic Alaska experience (you’ll experience the port towns much more like the locals do in the off-season). Here’s what downtown Skagway looked like during my October visit:
And this was Juneau from the top of the tram with only ONE ship in port (normally there are at least five).
5: There will be end of season sales at local shops
Fancy some half off ice cream in Skagway where, with the windchill, it feels like it’s -15°F? You’re in luck! But seriously, many of the shops that remain open (see #7 below), will have great end-of-season sales where you can pick up souvenirs or local foods to try.
6: Many shops and restaurants will closed and fewer tours offered
However (and here’s where we’ll start getting into the potentially negative aspects of cruising to Alaska in October), many shops and restaurants will be closed in October and fewer tours will be offered. Why? Because many of them are staffed with seasonal employees who have already returned home (many back to college). I’d estimate about half of the shops and (touristy) restaurants were closed during my October sailing.
7: Weather will be a crapshoot
Weather at port in Alaska even during the peak of the cruise season can vary greatly and be unpredictable, especially over the last several years (which have trended warmer). However, it’s useful to look at average high and low temperatures and rainfall totals by port to get a sense of what you’re more likely to experience. Here’s what those look like for October:
Average Temperature and Rainfall by Alaska Port for October
As for me, I got extremely lucky! I didn’t experience a single drop of rain and skies ranged from partly cloudy to full sun. The temperature was chilly at some ports and downright cold (especially in Skagway with the wind) at others. Overall, it was way (WAY) better than I expected for that time of year and I was able to hike at every port. However, remember the friend I mentioned who was on the cruise just prior to mine? She had terrible weather, so bad that her ship had to be completely rerouted to avoid a serious storm and one port was missed entirely. See, a crapshoot!
8: Rough seas are a possibility
Just like the weather, sea conditions are also unpredictable in October. Again, I lucked out on my sailing with calm waters, but my friend experienced swells of up to 20 feet (she reported that even crew members were sick).
9: You’ll have fewer cruise lines and ships to choose from
Below you’ll find the October 2024 cruises that dock in Alaska. You’ll note that a handful of these are extended sailings onboard Oceania’s Regatta, not dedicated Alaska sailings. And ALL the others are on NCL. If you don’t like NCL, you’re out of luck for October.
10: There may be scaled back Alaska programming onboard
The most disappointing aspect of my October cruise was the lack of park rangers onboard during our day spent sailing through Glacier Bay National Park. Normally 2-4 park rangers board the ship to provide highly enriching commentary and programming, to stamp your national park passport book, and to offer educational resources and souvenir merchandise. By the time our cruise ship arrived in late October, their season was already over. I’d been to Glacier Bay many times before, but I felt really bad for those who hadn’t (including a fellow cruiser and national park aficionado I met hiking who booked this itinerary specifically to get his national park passport stamped).
11: You’ll experience less daylight
During my October sailing, it was fully light from around 7:45am until around 5:30pm. Great if you want to sleep in a bit and still catch a sunrise or watch the sunset on a nice pre-dinner walk around the promenade deck (which I did almost every day). But I also missed out on the incredible views arriving to or departing from most ports, because it was completely dark (that may not be as much of an issue depending on your particular itinerary – many of the NCL itineraries depart from Alaska ports quite early).
12: Fewer opportunities for wildlife viewing
Hoping to see whales on your cruise to Alaska? An Alaska cruise is one of the best places to see humpback whales as over 500 of them (the type you’re most likely to see on an Alaskan cruise) begin arriving back in southeast Alaska, to feed in the rich waters of the inside passage, from their winter homes in Mexico, Hawaii, and Asia around April and stay through most of the cruise season. However, they start making their way back to warmer waters from late September to early October, so you’ll see far fewer whales on an October cruise (you may still see some though – I did).
What about salmon and bears? The best time to see salmon spawning on an Alaskan cruise is typically between mid-July and mid-September. However, the unusual heat over the past few seasons moved that timeline up some. In October you’ll smell salmon (corpses, rotting along river banks), but the salmon run will be long over. It should also come as no surprise that the best time to see bears at port in Alaska coincides with the salmon run as they feed on salmon near the mouths of streams and rivers. It’s possible you’ll still see them in October (as evidenced by the sign I saw displayed on the forest trail in Icy Strait Point about 10 feet from my cruise ship in October), but far less likely.
Would I Cruise to Alaska in October Again?
I cruise to Alaska so many times every year that I’ve started telling people I summer there. Well, after the experience I had on my first October cruise, I might starting “fall-ing” there too (I’m already watching prices for the Norwegian Jewel’s October Alaska itineraries and will jump on one when they drop low enough)! However, if Alaska is a one-time bucket list itinerary for you, I’d avoid October (you might get lucky like I did, but the odds are against it). And, if I’m being totally candid, I’d avoid NCL. If I only had one shot at Alaska, I’d go in July (maybe August) on either Holland America or Princess on an itinerary that includes Glacier Bay. I love NCL and have cruised more days on the line than any other (including many cruises to Alaska on the Bliss, Encore, Spirit, and Sun), but the line remains my least favorite for Alaska (terrible docking location in Ketchikan, short times at port for many itineraries, and no special Alaska-themed meals or beverages onboard).
Who should cruise to Alaska in October? I think these October cruises are perfect for someone (like me) located on the West Coast looking for a cheap, and I mean CHEAP, cruise in October with low expectations regarding the weather and ports. If that sounds like you, maybe I’ll catch you onboard (because I plan on doing it every year from now on)! And with that…
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We were on the same cruise as the Professor and totally agree with everything she said.
Last time to Alaska was about 15 years ago and being old, could not remember anything about that trip except it was a cruise. One of the big draws for us was the price, much less than mid season prices, so we could afford a balcony cabin and very few children.
The one tip i would add is dress warm and in layers. Living in Phoenix where we define “cold” as anything under 70 and “I can’t feel my toes anymore” as temperatures under 50, we were not completely equipped for the temperatures.
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Travel | Alaska is ready for another record-breaking cruise season
Alaska is home to more than 30,000 grizzlies, but the state’s cruise industry is experiencing anything but a bear market as momentum of last year’s record-breaking season is expected to continue in 2024.
The most-visited Alaskan port, Juneau set a new mark a year ago with 1.65 million passengers descending on the capital city during cruise season, which generally runs from April to late October. That figure from the Juneau Chamber of Commerce is a Denali-sized jump of 30 percent compared to pre-pandemic 2019.
Coinciding with Alaska’s 65th anniversary of statehood, the upcoming cruise season appears to be just as robust, with 19 cruise lines sending 43 ships to the Last Frontier. Kicking things off for the second straight year is the 4,008-passenger Norwegian Bliss, which docked in rustic Skagway last week. With four mainstream-category ships homeported in either Seattle or Vancouver, Norwegian Cruise Line has nearly 100 more after that.
Two competing companies have staked out even larger claims in this modern-day, maritime Alaskan gold rush. Holland America Line is sending seven premium-class ships for 141 total cruises. And at the top of the totem pole is Princess Cruises , which is celebrating its 55th year in these waters with seven premium ships sharing 158 departures.
Not counting grand voyages with itineraries so rich they make a visit to Alaska seem more like a pit stop, this cruise season will see more than 800 trips of mostly seven to 10 days starting or ending on this side of the Pacific. Where they’re all going is a destination rich in unparalleled wilderness, wildlife and native culture. In other words, bucket list stuff.
“Alaska is one of those places that draws you in and sets the hook right away,” said Kristi Switzer, destination marketing manager for Travel Juneau. “Visitors come for the otherworldly experience of being in the presence of glaciers and fjords, seeing whales and bears and finding the balance of Alaska Native cultural heritage with the rustic sophistication found in the capital city.”
Although Switzer recommends visits lasting several days instead of several hours, the city’s destination evangelist hopes that a partial day in Juneau and each major Alaskan cruise port will have 1.5 million passengers wanting more.
“This magical corner of the world has so much to offer beyond being a checkmark on people’s bucket lists,” she said.
Alaska is a checkmark for about three-quarters of all passengers headed there, according to the Alaska Tourism Industry Association, and the same can be said for two ships this season.
Starting with a six-day sail out of Vancouver on May 11, the namesake of Celebrity Cruises ’ popular Edge class will make its Alaskan debut with weeklong roundtrips from Seattle through Sept. 13. The 2,918-passenger vessel features a unique “outside-in” architecture that provides more floor-to-ceiling glass on the exterior and expanded outdoor spaces to soak up the Alaskan coastlines.
Edge will be joined by a pair of fleet mates for the season, albeit Summit’s seven-day roundtrips are turnarounds out of Anchorage or Vancouver, and Solstice’s weeklong jaunts are solely based in the British Columbian seaport. Celebrity, a premier-category cruise line has 57 departures to Alaska scheduled this year.
The other new recruit is Silver Nova, the youngest Silversea Cruises ship in the luxury fleet to ever service Alaska. Capped at 728 guests, Silver Nova was launched last year and has the goods to do justice to a dreamlike place that captures the imagination of wilderness lovers and history buffs.
“Silver Nova is the ideal ship for Alaska cruising,” said company spokesman Brad Ball. “Her innovative design, which incorporates an unprecedented 4,000 square meters of glass, immerses guests into the incredible scenery of Alaska from virtually all venues and suites, with far-reaching views at every turn.”
The ship’s reimagined pool deck, which overlooks the water on her starboard side, and all-new outdoor venues — the Dusk Bar and the Marquee — allows unique openness to view spectacular Alaskan glaciers and wildlife. Those who want to experience an older and smaller Evolution-class Silversea vessel can book the Silver Muse, which also will sail mostly seven- to 14-day trips between Anchorage and Vancouver.
Because nearly every Alaskan cruise includes the staples — Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Inside Passage and Denali with a land add-on — some cruise lines like to shake things up with unique itineraries.
Holland America has a roundtrip that makes it easy to visit the 49th and 50th states without a long flight. A new “Glaciers & Volcanos: Alaska to Hawaii” cruise, part of the premium line’s Legendary Voyages collection of journeys from 25 to 59 days, departs on Aug. 31 from Seattle or Sept. 1 from Vancouver aboard the 1,916-passenger Westerdam. The nearly four-weeklong itinerary includes seldomly visited Kodiak and Dutch Harbor before heading down to the tropics to make four calls to three Hawaiian islands.
Seabourn strives to offer a more tasteful Alaskan cruise and not only because it’s an ultra-luxury cruise line. “Caviar on the Ice” is a savory and swanky soiree on every Alaskan voyage, and when the 450-passenger Odyssey is in Sitka, a town originally built by Russian traders in the early 1800s, Seabourn guests can enjoy a culinary adventure that includes a scenic drive to a taproom for a sampling of local brews and a few eateries to try Siberian-rooted pelmeni dumplings and a hot dog made with caribou that the locals call “reindeer dawgs.” Sorry, vegetarians and friends of Santa, but Blitzen on a bun is da bomb.
Disney Cruise Line is sending its 2,700-passenger Disney Wonder out of Vancouver for 15 week-long roundtrips, one five-day spin leaving on July 24 and an extended nine-day voyage on July 15.
Other cruise lines showing passengers a whale of a time in Alaska include Crystal, Cunard, Hurtigruten, Lindblad/National Geographic, Oceania, Ponant, Regent Seven Seas and Viking.
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Posted: October 2, 2023 | Last updated: October 2, 2023
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Cruising is often described as the ultimate relaxing vacation. You only unpack once, yet you wake up in a new country or island every morning. You also never have to worry about where to eat, there are nonstop activities onboard that keep everyone entertained—and most everything is included in the price. So you don't have to worry much about overspending once you're on board if you book on one of the most affordable cruise lines.
Of course, everything is more expensive these days, leaving some travelers to wonder if there are still affordable cruises available to meet their vacation budgets. Thankfully, that answer is yes, and there are several brands that still provide exceptional value aboard their floating cities. Many are among the best cruise lines , and some are even frequent cruisers' favorite cruises . In fact, you might be surprised to learn that living on a cruise ship can be cheaper than a mortgage , in case you decide you never want to return from your vacation.
So follow these cruise tips for how to save money on a cruise by booking the most affordable cruise lines. You may even be able to sneak in an extra vacation this year with all your savings. Here's what to pack for a cruise .
How much does a cheap cruise cost?
Cheap cruises usually range in price from $40 to $100 per night per person. To put that deal in perspective, imagine having your accommodations, food and entertainment covered for roughly $50 a day on a traditional land-based trip—you'd be hard-pressed to stay within that budget just for your meals. It's truly impressive that these all-inclusive cruises can charge so little.
But before you get too excited over these low prices, don't forget to factor in the cost of the extras when calculating your total expenses—that's one of the secrets cruise lines won't tell you . Things like drinks, shore excursions, gratuities, spa treatments, specialty dining, airfare, photos, taxes and port fees aren't included and can add up quickly.
Finally, keep in mind that the best deals will always be for an inside cabin, which means you won't have a porthole (let alone a balcony) for natural light. The good news? You'll sleep like a baby in total darkness, especially during an afternoon nap.
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When is the cheapest time to book a cruise?
It's important to pay attention to the cheapest times to book a cruise if you want to save even more. Wave season, which is from January to March, is a promotional time of year when cruise lines run their most competitive sales. These sales are designed to encourage bookings for later in the year. You can also keep an eye on sites like MSC's Cruise Deals to find great prices.
There are great deals at other times of the year too. Generally speaking, the further in advance you book, the better prices you'll find. But the opposite is also true, because cruise lines will happily sell unused inventory at a significantly reduced rate in the form of last-minute deals. You'll need a flexible schedule to pull this off, and you may find airfare is too costly at that point.
Beyond wave season, planning far in advance or nabbing last-minute cruise deals, it's also wise to consider booking your cruises for the off-season. For instance, for the Caribbean and Mexico, that would mean summer sailings or during shoulder season (the month before and after high season—for example, in the case of Alaska, this would be in May or September). Just know that you are taking a bit of a risk with the weather during these off-peak times.
MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises offers sailings out of the U.S. (New York, Miami and Orlando) to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda, New England and Canada. It also offers sailings to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, Egypt, Dubai, South Africa and more.
Cost: Cruises on MSC start as low as $129 per person.
Specials to watch for: MSC offers such limited-time specials as free drinks and Wi-Fi plus up to $200 onboard credit (which can be used to book extras like shore excursions or spa treatments).
Other savings to consider: You won't find an adults-only cruise here, however this cruise line does offer a Kids Sail Free program, which means that all children under 18 traveling in the same cabin as their parents travel free all year-round. Port taxes, registration costs, insurance, flights and transfers (where required) are excluded from the offer, but it still goes a long way toward making this one of the most affordable cruise lines.
Affordable cruises: We've seen a 6-night southern Caribbean cruise for as low as $219 total per person.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line —known as one of the most affordable cruise lines—was founded in 1972 and now carries millions of guests every year aboard its 24 ships. It sails to Alaska, the Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada and New England, the Caribbean, Europe, Greenland, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the South Pacific.
Cost: Cruises on Carnival start as low as $169 per person.
Specials to watch for: Carnival celebrates dates like National Tourism Day with up to 40% off cruise rates, plus $50 onboard credits and reduced deposit rates from $50 per person. Other limited-time promotions include free cabin upgrades and "Early Saver" rates with price protection that provide peace of mind for early bookings.
Other savings to consider: One of the things that makes Carnival Cruise Lines even more affordable is that it has 14 home ports in the United States (Baltimore, Charleston, Galveston, Jacksonville, Long Beach, Miami, Mobile, New Orleans, New York, Norfolk, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle and Tampa), making it easier for Americans to drive to their ship and avoid booking pricey flights .
Affordable cruises: We've seen a 5-day Mexican Riviera cruise for as low as $234 per person.
Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean offers itineraries to 240 destinations in 61 countries on six continents, including Royal Caribbean's private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay. The innovative brand is known for many firsts at sea, including an ice-skating rink, bumper cars, zip-line, rock climbing wall, robotic bartenders and the Flowrider surf simulator. Its latest ship, the Icon of the Seas , which is set to begin sailing in January 2024, will be the world's largest cruise ship.
Cost: Cruises on Royal Caribbean start as low as $172 per person.
Specials to watch for: Royal Caribbean occasionally offers promotions like "30% Off Every Guest" (provides 30% savings off the cruise fare for all guests in the stateroom), flash deals like "Up to $550 Off" (provides instant savings of up to $550 USD per stateroom) and "Kids Sail Free" promos, during which the third and fourth guests who are 12 years or younger are eligible for free cruise fare.
Other savings to consider: Royal Caribbean offers exclusive access to pre-cruise savings and discounts that won't be available once you're onboard for things like shore excursions, beverage packages, food packages and Wi-Fi packages.
Affordable cruises: We've seen a 6-night Pacific Coast cruise for $250 per person.
Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is a premium cruise line with award-winning itineraries around the globe, sailing to Alaska, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, British Isles, South America, Japan, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mexico, Hawaii, the South Pacific and the California Coast. It's an excellent choice for a couples cruise (they host a lot of weddings and vow renewals), but it's also family-friendly.
Cost: Hundreds of sailings on Princess are priced under $100 per day; 60 sailings under $60 per day.
Specials to watch for: Princess regularly offers promotions, such as a 40% savings and low $100 deposit specials.
Other savings to consider: Upgrade to the Princess Plus or Princess Premier packages, which roll in the price of extras like Wi-Fi, drinks, gratuities and more for a savings of up to 66% vs. purchasing them separately.
Affordable cruises: Everyone dreams of booking the best Alaska cruise , and we've seen 7-night Alaska cruises for as low as $349 per person.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line 's fleet of 18 ships sails to 400 of the world's most desirable destinations—such as Asia, Africa, Alaska, Australia and New Zealand, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, New England, Caribbean, Hawaii, the Mediterranean, Mexico, the Baltic, South America and more.
Cost: Cruises on Norwegian start as low as $249 per person.
Specials to watch for: NCL offers various deals throughout the year. One recent special was 70% off, plus free airfare for the second guest, plus the third and fourth guests sailed for free.
Other savings to consider: Part of what makes Norwegian one of the best and most affordable cruise lines is that all cruise offerings may be combined with the company's ongoing "Free at Sea" promotion, which includes unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi and excursions. (Want to find out more about hidden features on cruise ships that you never knew existed?)
Affordable cruises: We've seen 7-day Alaska cruises for as low as $279 per person.
Holland America Line
Holland America Line has been cruising both popular and less-traveled ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Europe, South America, the Panama Canal, Australia, New Zealand and Asia for 150 years. It has a fleet of 11 classic ships and does more than 500 sailings a year, visiting all seven continents.
Cost: Cruises on Holland start as low as $89 per person.
Specials to watch for: Having recently celebrated its 150th anniversary, Holland America has been offering 45% off cruise fares, up to $300 in onboard credit and reduced deposits of only $150. The brand typically offers other specials throughout the year.
Other savings to consider: For family cruise travelers , Holland America Line provides a Kids Cruise Free offer, allowing guests ages 18 and under to travel free to Alaska, Europe and the Caribbean when booked as a third or fourth guest on select cruises. And when booked directly on Holland America Line's site, travelers can take advantage of the Have It All Cruise Package, which includes shore excursion credits, drink package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi.
Affordable cruises: We've seen 7-day Alaska cruises as low as $329 per person.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity has 15 award-winning ships that take guests to more than 300 destinations in 79 countries on all seven continents, including the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, South America, Asia, Australia and the South Pacific, Galapagos and Canada.
Cost: Cruises on Celebrity start as low as $288 per person.
Specials to watch for: Celebrity offers various specials, like a spring sale that takes 75% off a second guest's fare and saves up to $800 per stateroom with up to $800 to spend on board. Also look for promotions like Alaska weekend flash sales (second guest sails for free plus $250 onboard credit) and 20% off Galapagos vacations (round-trip airfare included).
Other savings to consider: Choose the all-inclusive options of prepackaged drinks, Wi-Fi and tips to save up to 45% on these individual items.
Affordable cruises: We've seen 7-night Alaska cruises for as low as $299 per person.
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Award-Winning Actress & Performer Hannah Waddingham to Serve as Godmother of Stunning Sun Princess
Newest “love boat” to be officially christened in star-studded ceremony in barcelona on april 23, 2024.
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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. , (April 8, 2024) - Award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham will serve the time-honored, maritime tradition as the official Godmother of Princess Cruises’ newest “Love Boat” Sun Princess. The star-studded naming ceremony will take place at the Port of Barcelona on April 23, 2024.
Waddingham joins an esteemed group who have served as Godparent to Princess ships: Diana, Princess of Wales (Royal Princess, 1984), Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales (Royal Princess, 2013); Audrey Hepburn (Star Princess, 1989); Sophia Loren (Crown Princess, 1990); Martha Stewart (Crown Princess, 2006), among many notable celebrities.
British actress and singer, Waddingham is beloved for her role as Rebecca Welton in Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso,” in which her performance garnered a Primetime Emmy, Critics Choice Television Award and Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as two individual Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild nominations. She will next be seen in the highly anticipated Universal film “The Fall Guy” opposite Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in theaters on May 3, 2024. Earlier this year, Waddingham earned a BAFTA TV Award nomination for her own Apple TV+ holiday special “Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas.” Waddingham made her worldwide hosting debut in April 2023 at The Olivier Awards (she returns as host for the 2024 ceremony on April 14) followed swiftly by the BBC Eurovision Song Contest 2023, for which she has gained her second BAFTA TV nomination and won The Royal Television Society award for “Best Entertainment Performance” in 2024. Her upcoming films include Sony Animation film “Garfield” out May 24, 2024 and in 2025 “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two.”
“We’re delighted to welcome the illuminous and elegant Hannah Waddingham to serve as Godmother for our sensational new Sun Princess,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “Just like Sun Princess, she exudes sophistication, beauty and wonderment through her inspiring work as a talented and award-winning actress and performer. We’re truly honored Hannah will officially name our most impressive, luxurious and stunning Love Boat ever created, and join an esteemed group of Princess Godparents including members of the Royal family.”
The new 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess introduces an innovative new ship platform designed exclusively for the world’s most iconic cruise brand. A true engineering marvel, Sun Princess officially started the inaugural cruise season on February 28, 2024, and currently is sailing a series of Mediterranean voyages before debuting in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., in October for the ship’s first Caribbean season.
Princess ships are renowned for offering spacious venues and Sun Princess takes that to the next level. Sun Princess debuts new eye-catching experience venues including The Dome, a groundbreaking geodesic, glass-enclosed structure at the top of the ship inspired by the terraces of Santorini. The outward and suspended Sphere Atrium, the namesake of this new class of ship, takes the central Piazza hub of the ship into a new dimension. Here guests are enveloped with expansive ocean views and an open concept, inspired to deliver the desired lifestyle of relaxed indoor and outdoor living.
Sun Princess offers an extraordinary cruise experience with not-to-be-missed culinary, entertainment and luxury accommodations, including:
The Greatest Foodie Destination at Sea
Sun Princess serves up 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, high-end ingredients and culinary experiences from:
Spellbound by Magic Castle : Blending the captivating world of magic with the art of culinary and mixology to create an extraordinary, innovative and immersive dining experience, steeped in magic and adventure.
Makoto Ocean : Reshaping traditional sushi with a creative approach, the Master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa brings his 25 years of experience with a new concept crafting playful, exquisitely presented dishes paying tribute to Japanese traditions.
Love by Britto : A high-end boutique restaurant with the most romantic view from the ship celebrating love and art from world-renowned artist Romero Britto.
The Butcher’s Block by Dario : A new specialty pop-up restaurant from the world’s most famous butcher Dario Cecchini, guests enjoy perfectly prepared beef and steak, including Cecchini’s signature cuts.
The Catch by Rudi : An exceptional dinner concept from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin showcasing delectable treasures from the sea.
Good Spirits at Sea with Rob Floyd : Destination-inspired, one-of-a-kind cocktail creations from celebrity mixologist Rob Floyd.
Debuting a three-story dining room with endless aft views, inaugural menus have been created in collaboration with the Culinary Institute of America. While retaining what guests love about Princess, the ship also features favorites like Crown Grill, Sabatini’s and Crooners with new design elements to impress.
Showstopping Entertainment in Technically Advanced Spaces
The Princess Arena is the most technologically advanced theater at sea, offering showstopping and original productions including performances in the round. At night, The Dome astonishes audiences with acrobatic Cirque Éloize performances while the Piazza dazzles with a retractable stage and immersive Champagne Waterfall.
Elevated & Welcoming Areas & Accommodations
Sun Princess also features the cruise line’s largest casino, two-story Lotus Spa, and an expanded retail environment with more than 200 premium brands. The retail space also includes several firsts a sea including an upscale showroom dedicated to luxury horology showcasing TAG Heuer and Breitling and more than 25 new brands available to cruise guests like Italian handbag brand, Pinko and athleisure favorites Beyond Yoga and Varley.
The first-ever family activity zone, Park19, offers multi-generational fun from the top deck. Within decks 19, 20 and 21, guests can experience everything from the Sea Breeze, a glider ride that offers panoramic views of the ocean and breathtaking ports of call to the Coastal Climb, an engaging climbing structure where guests can take in the gorgeous views.
With diverse accommodations to suit every preference and more than 1,500 cabins with balcony views, Sun Princess’ re-imagined staterooms include exceptional suites and new Cabana Mini-Suites with extra space for secluded outdoor relaxation.
Rooted in sustainability, Sun Princess is the first LNG (liquefied natural gas) vessel for the cruise line, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and features ingenious energy recovery systems for eco-conscious cruising.
Sun Princess cruises to the Mediterranean and the Caribbean are on sale now. More ship details can be found at www.princess.com/sunprincess .
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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 .
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