Princess Cruises brings its newest ship, Star Princess, to the West Coast for the first time as part of an expanded 2027-2028 cruise season featuring eight ships and 69 departures between September 2027 and April 2028. The deployment offers convenient access to Mexico, Hawaii, and California Coast itineraries from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver - eliminating cross-country flights for regional travelers.
Cruisers Need To Know
- Star Princess makes West Coast debut alongside seven Princess ships for 69 departures September 2027-April 2028 to Mexico, Hawaii, and California Coast
- Fifteen itineraries range from 4-16 days with Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver homeports saving West Coast residents $600-1,000 per couple in airfare versus Caribbean cruises
- Exclusive Caymus Vineyards Winemaker Dinners and Gérard Bertrand Wine Tastings on Star Princess complement Wine Spectator-awarded dining program
- Late-night and overnight port stays in Cabo San Lucas, Honolulu, Kona, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and Victoria enable deeper cultural exploration
- MedallionClass technology and 60 years of West Coast expertise differentiate Princess from competitors
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Star Princess Headlines Eight-Ship West Coast Debut
Princess Cruises' 2027-2028 West Coast deployment brings Star Princess - launched October 2025 and sister to Sun Princess, named Condé Nast Traveler Mega Ship of the Year for two consecutive years - to Pacific routes for the first time. The newest vessel joins Coral Princess, Crown Princess, Discovery Princess, Emerald Princess, Island Princess, Royal Princess, and Ruby Princess across 15 unique itineraries.
The season delivers variety for every schedule: 34 Mexico departures span seven to 11-day itineraries visiting eight destinations, while 18 Hawaii voyages offer two 16-day itineraries exploring four Hawaiian islands. California Coast cruises provide nine distinct itineraries with 17 departures connecting coastal communities from Vancouver to Southern California. All sailings depart roundtrip from Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Vancouver.
"Princess Cruises has been Los Angeles' hometown cruise line for nearly 60 years, and no one sails the West Coast quite like we do," said Jim Berra, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. That six-decade presence - Princess has sailed from Los Angeles longer than Disneyland has been open - translates to itineraries designed specifically for West Coast travelers seeking regional exploration without the logistical complexity of air travel.
Wine Partnerships and Cultural Programming Enhance Immersion
Princess Cruises distinguishes its West Coast season through cultural programming that connects guests to destinations before arrival. Star Princess features exclusive Caymus Vineyards Winemaker Dinners and Gérard Bertrand Wine Tastings - partnerships with celebrated winemakers that appeal to California wine country enthusiasts. The wine program complements Princess's Wine Spectator-awarded main dining rooms, recognized for culinary and wine sophistication at sea.
Regional cultural experiences extend beyond wine. Mexico sailings include tequila tastings and coastal cultural programming, while Hawaii itineraries feature the award-winning Aloha Spirit program with hula lessons and lei-making workshops. California Coast voyages incorporate food-and-wine experiences inspired by the region's culinary innovation, often featuring vineyards visible from coastal routes.
Late-night and overnight port stays in destinations including Cabo San Lucas, Honolulu, and Kona transform brief shore excursions into meaningful destination immersion, enabling the deeper cultural exploration that wine enthusiasts and regional explorers seek.
West Coast Homeports Deliver Convenience and Cultural Connection
Princess's three-homeport strategy transforms Pacific cruising into a seamless extension of West Coast life. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver departures eliminate not just the cost and hassle west coast residents would spend reaching Florida and Texas embarkation cities, but also offers the opportunity to explore more of their own backyard. Guests experience iconic scenery, from Golden Gate Bridge passages to Cabo San Lucas's El Arco, to Vancouver's natural beauty, all without highway traffic. Meanwhile, MedallionClass technology enhances simplified boarding and personalized service.
The real advantage extends beyond convenience to cultural authenticity. Princess's 60 years of West Coast expertise translates to itineraries that reflect regional interests - wine partnerships with California vineyards, Hawaiian cultural programming that goes beyond tourist performances, and overnight port stays that enable the kind of destination immersion regional travelers value. Combined with Star Princess's debut bringing the newest cruise innovations to Pacific routes, the 2027-2028 season positions West Coast cruising as both accessible and culturally enriching.
For assistance selecting the ideal Princess West Coast sailing for your travel style and schedule, contact Heather Hills from Flow Voyages for personalized cruise planning guidance, or contact us so she can help you book a cruise today.
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