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Marriott Just Opened a New Autograph Collection Hotel in the Dominican Republic

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For years, Las Terrenas has been one of the Dominican Republic’s most quietly beautiful destinations — a coastal town known for its long beaches, independent hotels, and relaxed pace, far removed from the country’s larger resort hubs. Unlike Punta Cana or La Romana, Las Terrenas has grown organically, shaped more by boutique properties and local […]

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Princess Cruises Is Adding New Shore Excursions on the Mexican Riviera: Wine Tours, Taco Parties, and Chocolate Tastings

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Princess Cruises is deepening its ties to Mexico’s Pacific coast. As the line celebrates 60 years of sailing to the Mexican Riviera, it has announced 13 new shore excursions across Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Manzanillo, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta, available on sailings beginning in late 2025. Among the most notable additions is a Princess-exclusive experience in Cabo […]

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Princess Cruises’ New Star Princess Just Completed Sea Trials

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The second Sphere-Class ship has passed a key test in the Adriatic and is now just weeks away from welcoming guests. The next chapter in Princess Cruises’ fleet expansion is almost here. Star Princess, the line’s second Sphere-Class ship and one of the most advanced vessels in its history, has successfully completed its sea trials in […]

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Princess Cruises Is Adding a Miami Favorite to Two More Ships This Fall

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It started with a single restaurant aboard Sun Princess — a bold experiment in blending centuries-old Edomae sushi tradition with contemporary artistry. Now, Princess Cruises is expanding its acclaimed Makoto Ocean restaurant to two more ships: Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess, the latest in a welcome trend of high-level eateries gracing the decks of cruise ships. If you’re one of the guests […]


Princess Cruises’ New Star Princess Just Completed Sea Trials

The Love Boat is in Port Canaveral. Princess Cruises, famous as the real-life ship behind the legendary TV series “The Love Boat,” has taken its Caribbean Princess to Port Canaveral.  The ship will now be sailing a Caribbean season out of the popular port, beginning with this week’s Thanksgiving cruise to Turks and Caicos. Caribbean […]

Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess Just Made Its First Call to Antigua 

The beaches. The island-hopping. The lush green hills and historic charm. Antigua and Barbuda is one of the most fascinating ports in the Caribbean, and now the fast-growing cruise destination just welcomed another ship.  Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess just made its first-ever call to Antigua, bringing more than 2,600 passengers to the cruise dock in […]

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line Just Named New Presidents 

Princess Cruises and Holland America now have new leadership following a shake-up by parent company Carnival Corporation.  Current Holland America President Gus Antorcha is now the president of Princess Cruises, taking over for John Padgett, who is stepping down early next year.  Holland America’s SVP and chief commercial officer, Beth Bodensteiner, has been named the […]

Princess Cruises Is Planning Its Biggest Caribbean Summer Ever. Here's What You Need to Know.

Grand Turk. Nassau. Cozumel. San Juan. Roatan. They’re some of the most popular stops for cruise passenger in the Caribbean, from the snorkeling in Turks and Caicos to the old-fashioned beach vibes on the Caribbean coast of Honduras.  Now Princess Cruises, which has been deepening its Caribbean network, has plans for a major season in […]

Princess Cruises Is Adding Another Caribbean Ship 

Princess Cruises has another ship headed for the Caribbean this winter season.  The new Sun Princess, what the company bills as its “newest and most innovative” ship, has already officially debuted in the Mediterranean ahead of its Caribbean winter.  The 4,300-guest ship will be heading to Fort Lauderdale in October for what will be its […]

Princess Relaunches Caribbean Cruises from Galveston

Princess Cruises has returned to the Port of Galveston in Texas.  The cruise line, part of the Carnival portfolio, has resumed sailing Caribbean cruises from Texas for the first time since 2016.  The brand’s Ruby Princess ship is sailing a total of 16 sailings from Galveston this winter season, with a mix of five to […]

Princess Cruises Floats Out First LNG-Powered Ship 

line’s first-ever LNG-powered ship.  The new Sun Princess was floated out at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, representing the first phase of construction.  Next on the agenda is a focus on building out the ship’s interiors.  The 175,500-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess will include several new features for the brand: The Dome, an entertainment venue […]

Princess Cruises Is Building Its Biggest Ship Ever 

Princess Cruises has unveiled the plans for what will be the brand’s biggest ship ever.  The new Sun Princess, which will accommodate more than 4,000 guests, is currently under construction at Fincantieri’s shipyard, with plans to begin sailing in early 2024.  Princess says the new ship is inspired by Italy, with a new “Piazza” and […]