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2 0 15 -2 0 16 WEST COAST DE PA R T UR E S Sailings to Hawaii, Mexico and along the Pacific Coast from Los Angeles, San Francisco & Vancouver | September 2015 to May 2016 Cruises B EST CRUISE LINE ITINERARIES 9 YEARS RECOMMEND MAGAZINE PR INCESS CRU ISES C A P TA IN ’S CIRCLE SM L AUNCH SAV INGS up to $100 per person when you book early. See page 5 for details. EXPLORE PL ACES NE A R A ND FA R F R O M T HE W E S T C O A S T ✦ Imagine relaxing with a margarita on a sunny beach in Mexico, touring a vineyard in California’s famous wine country or hiking to the rim of a volcano in Hawaii. All these experiences and more can be yours sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver during Princess Cruises’ wonderful 50th anniversary season in 2015 and beyond. • New 5-day voyage with Cabo San Lucas overnight added to our West Coast Getaway cruises from Los Angeles. • Join a special 14-day 50th Anniversary Mexican Riviera cruise, 50 years to the day of our very first cruise in 1965. • Set out for Hawaii roundtrip from San Francisco, Los Angeles or Vancouver — with ample time to explore all four main islands and become immersed in the culture and colors of the region through our onboard Aloha Spirit program. • Award-winning shore excursions let you snorkel in the crystalclear waters of Cabo San Lucas, or learn about winemaking in Santa Ynez Valley. • Several 7-day California Coastals spend a late night in San Francisco so you can raise a toast to the Golden Gate Bridge as you sail out on a late evening departure! • The sunny, inviting shores of Mexico beckon on festive voyages roundtrip from either Los Angeles or San Francisco with onboard Mariachi performers. Learn to make a flower lei with our Aloha Spirit program in Hawaii ® Princess Patricia, circa 1965 Be a Part of Our 50th Anniversary Season! It all began 50 years ago with a voyage to Mexico and a single ship — Princess Patricia.® Join us in 2015 to celebrate our 50th Anniversary on board one of our five magnificent ships sailing from the West Coast — including our 14-day 50th Anniversary Mexican Riviera on Pacific Princess ® to some of the same ports visited on that first sailing. To celebrate our 50th Anniversary we’ll have: • Special onboard events including “Love Boat” deck parties • Commemorative menus featuring some of the best dishes served over the decades • Celebratory boutique items, keepsakes and more • Exclusive new Seawitch 50th Anniversary microbrewed beers For more information visit princess.com ✦ Los Angeles San Francisco UNITED STATES UNITED STATES Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Ensenada Ensenada Honolulu Kauai Honolulu Kauai MEXICO (Nawiliwili) MEXICO (Nawiliwili) (Lahaina) 15 HAWAII Hilo Maui (Lahaina) Hawaiian Islands D ays Hilo Maui HAWAII 15 Ruby Princess® D ays Hawaiian Islands Grand Princess® Los Angeles, Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai (Nawiliwili), Maui (Lahaina), Ensenada, Los Angeles San Francisco, Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai (Nawiliwili), Maui (Lahaina), Ensenada, San Francisco 2015 Departure Dates 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Oct 3 S at Nov 15 Sun Dec 18† Fri 2016 Departure Dates Jan 9 Feb 14 Mar 24† Apr 18 S at Sun Thu Mon Interior fares from $ 1,699 ▲ Oceanview fares from $ 2,299 ▲ Sep 25† Fri Oct 24 S at Nov 25 Wed Balcony fares from $ 2,599 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $ 3,099 ▲ 2016 Departure Dates Suite fares from $ 4,799 ▲ Jan 19† Tue Mar 4 Fri Apr 2† S at $ 1,699 ▲ $ 2,299 ▲ Balcony fares from $ 2,599 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $ 3,099 ▲ Suite fares from $ 4,799 ▲ ▲ ▲ CANADA International Date Line Pacific Ocean Interior fares from Oceanview fares from † Port order may vary. Fares based on 9/25/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $165 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. † Port order may vary. Fares based on 10/3/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $145 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Vancouver Launch Fares UNITED STATES Honolulu Honolulu UNITED STATES Maui Los Angeles (Lahaina) HAWAII Kauai (Nawiliwili) Hilo Pacific Ocean Pago Pago Equator Kauai (Nawiliwili) SAMOA HAWAII Maui Apia Hilo AMERICAN SAMOA (Lahaina) 15 D ays Hawaiian Islands 28 D ays Star Princess® 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Sep 19† S at Oct 14† Wed Interior fares from $ 1,699 ▲ Oceanview fares from $ 2,299 ▲ Balcony fares from $ 2,599 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $ 3,099 Suite fares from $ 4,799 ▲ Apr 4 Apr 29 Mon Fri South Pacific Ocean FRENCH POLYNESIA TAHITI Papeete Hawaii, Tahiti & Samoa Overnight in Papeete Crown Princess® Los Angeles, Hilo, Honolulu, Maui (Lahaina), Kauai (Nawiliwili), Cross the Equator, Cross International Date Line, Apia (Samoa), Cross International Date Line, Pago Pago, Bora Bora, Moorea, Tahiti (Papeete – overnight), Cross the Equator, Los Angeles Vancouver, B.C., Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai (Nawiliwili), Maui (Lahaina), Vancouver, B.C. 2016 Departure Dates Bora Bora Moorea 2015 Departure Date Launch Fares Oct Interior fares from $ 3,499 ▲ Oceanview fares from $ 4,699 ▲ 17 S at ▲ † Port order may vary. Fares based on 9/19/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $150 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Balcony fares from $ 5,699 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $ 6,999 ▲ Suite fares from $ 9,499 ▲ ▲ ▲ Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $185 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Extra Savings for Our Valued Past Passengers!* Limited-time offer – just book any of these vacations to enjoy Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings: including an extra savings of up to $100 per person* and 2-for-1 deposit (just 10% of cruise fare). The savings stay with you! If you qualify for a lower fare later, your discount can be applied to that fare. See page 5 for details. SM Call your travel agent or Princess at 1-800-774-6237 for details. ® Up to $250 free onboard spending money for veterans, retired and active military. See back cover for details. The contents of this brochure are accurate as of the date of printing and are subject to change. Please refer to princess.com for up-to-date information. On the cover: (clockwise from top left) Learning the hula with the Aloha Spirit program on board; Mariachis perform traditional Mexican songs; coastal vineyards provide a feast for the senses; sunset over the Pacific from the deck. Los Angeles Los Angeles UNITED STATES UNITED STATES MEXICO Pacific Ocean MEXICO Cabo San Lucas Pacific Ocean Mazatlán Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta 7 Puerto Vallarta Manzanillo 8 Crown Princess® Ruby Princess® Mexico D ays D ays Los Angeles, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles 2015 Departure Dates Crown Princess Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec 14 21 28 5 12 S at S at S at S at S at Oct 18 Oct 25 Nov 8 Sun Sun Sun Oceanview fares from $799 ▲ Balcony fares from $899 ▲ $1,149 ▲ Suite fares from 2016 Departure Dates Crown Princess Ruby Princess Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 27 Mar 5 Mar 12 Apr 9 Jan 2 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 7 S at S at S at S at S at S at Interior fares from $599 ▲ Mini-suite fares from ▲ S at Sun Sun Sun $2,099 ▲ Fares based on 10/18/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $125 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Sun-drenched colors welcome you to Puerto Vallarta Mexico Crown Princess® Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Los Angeles Launch Fares Ruby Princess Cabo San Lucas 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Dec 19 S at Dec 27† Sun Interior fares from $1,099 ▲ Oceanview fares from $1,549 ▲ Balcony fares from $1,849 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $2,299 ▲ Suite fares from $3,399 ▲ † Itinerary operates in reverse order. Fares based on 12/19/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $95 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. ▲ Captain’s Circle Launch Savings Los Angeles For a limited time, past passengers can save up to $100 per person and enjoy a 2-for-1 deposit on any cruise* San Diego See page 1 for details San Francisco UNITED STATES UNITED STATES MEXICO Loreto Pacific Ocean MEXICO Pacific Ocean La Paz Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta Manzanillo Cabo San Lucas Puerto Vallarta 10 10 Crown Princess® Ruby Princess® Mexico D ays Cabo San Lucas Launch Fares Interior fares from Crown Princess Sep 23 Wed 2016 Departure Dates ▲ Crown Princess Ruby Princess Jan Feb 29 Mar 14 Apr 8 8 Fri Mon Mon Fri Grand Princess® San Francisco, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas, San Francisco Los Angeles, San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles 2015 Departure Date Mexico D ays $999 ▲ Oceanview fares from $1,299 ▲ Balcony fares from $1,549 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $1,899 Suite fares from $3,049 ▲ ▲ 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Sep Nov Dec Dec Dec Interior fares from 15 15 10 20 30 Tue Sun Thu Sun Wed 2016 Departure Dates Jan 9 Feb 3 Feb 13 Feb 23 May 1 Fares based on 1/8/16 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $145 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. ▲ Oceanview fares from Balcony fares from $1,549 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $1,899 ▲ Suite fares from $3,049 ▲ S at Wed S at Tue Sun Fares based on 11/15/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $145 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Los Angeles Pacific Ocean UNITED STATES Loreto Overnight in Puerto Vallarta 14 D ays MEXICO La Paz Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta Manzanillo Cabo San Lucas Celebrate 50 Magical Years On a Very Special Voyage In celebration of our 50th anniversary in 2015, you can join us for a special Mexican Riviera cruise — departing December 3rd, exactly 50 years to the day that our original ship, Princess Patricia,® set sail on the very first Princess cruise in 1965. This unique sailing is the same length as our first cruise — 14 days — and will include ports from the maiden itinerary plus newer destinations like La Paz and Loreto. And guests will enjoy special 50th Anniversary commemorative events and entertainment — plus some surprise guests! $999 ▲ $1,299 ▲ 50th Anniversary Mexican Riviera Pacific Princess® Los Angeles, Puerto Vallarta (overnight), Manzanillo, Mazatlán, Loreto, La Paz, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles ▲ 2015 Departure Date Launch Fares Dec Interior fares from $1,699 ▲ Oceanview fares from $1,999 ▲ 3 Thu Balcony fares from $2,399 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $2,899 ▲ Suite fares from $4,799 ▲ Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $195 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. ✦ princess.com 3 Overnight in San Francisco Vancouver CANADA Victoria Vancouver Seattle Astoria UNITED STATES UNITED STATES Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean San Francisco Catalina Island 10 San Francisco Santa Barbara Los Angeles California Coastal D ays Los Angeles 7 Star Princess® Days Vancouver, B.C., Los Angeles, Catalina Island, Santa Barbara, San Francisco (overnight), Vancouver, B.C. 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Oct 4 Oct 29 Interior fares from Sun Thu 2016 Departure Date Apr ▲ 19 Tue CANADA Wine Country Coastal Coral Princess® Vancouver, B.C., Victoria, Seattle, Astoria, San Francisco, Los Angeles $1,149 ▲ 2015 Departure Date Launch Fares Sep 16 Interior fares from $799 ▲ Oceanview fares from $949 ▲ Wed Oceanview fares from $1,449 ▲ Balcony fares from Balcony fares from $1,699 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $1,499 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $2,049 ▲ Suite fares from $2,349 ▲ Suite fares from $3,449 ▲ Fares based on 10/4/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $175 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. ▲ $1,149 ▲ Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $140 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Catalina Island’s most iconic landmark, the Casino, welcomes you to Avalon Harbor Captain’s Circle Launch Savings For a limited time, past passengers can save up to $100 per person and enjoy a 2-for-1 deposit on any cruise* San Francisco San Francisco UNITED STATES Pacific Ocean 7 Pacific Ocean Los Angeles Santa Barbara Long Beach San Diego San Diego Ensenada MEXICO Ensenada 7 Crown Princess® Ruby Princess® California Coastal D ays UNITED STATES Santa Barbara Late evening departure in San Francisco D ays Los Angeles, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Ensenada, Los Angeles 2015 Departure Dates Crown Princess Oct Oct 3† S at 10 S at Nov 1 Sun 2016 Departure Dates Crown Princess Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr 19 26 2 16 23 MEXICO California Coastal Grand Princess® San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Long Beach, San Diego, Ensenada, San Francisco Launch Fares Ruby Princess See page 1 for details Interior fares from $699 ▲ Oceanview fares from $949 ▲ Balcony fares from $1,099 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $1,349 Suite fares from $2,299 ▲ S at S at S at S at S at 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Oct 10 Oct 17 Nov 8 Interior fares from S at S at Sun 2016 Departure Dates ▲ Mar 19 Mar 26 Apr 17† Apr 24† S at S at Sun Sun $799 ▲ Oceanview fares from $1,049 ▲ Balcony fares from $1,249 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $1,499 ▲ Suite fares from $2,449 ▲ † Port order may vary. Fares based on 10/10/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $165 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See below for details. ▲ † Port order may vary. Fares based on 4/16/16 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $125 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See below for details. ▲ Coastal Getaways Days Itinerary 1 3 3 4 6 Pacific Coastal Pacific Coastal Pacific Coastal Pacific Coastal Pacific Coastal Ports* Ship 2015–2016 Dates Crown Princess® Sep 19, 2015 May 6†, 2016 Ruby Princess® Sep 13, 2015 May 7†, 2016 Grand Princess® Sep 12, 2015 May 11†, 2016 Crown Princess® Sep 20, 2015 Ruby Princess® Sep 14, 2015 Nov 30†, 2015 Dec 15, 2015 Island Princess® May 8†, 2016 Ruby Princess® May 3†, 2016 Star Princess® Nov 8, 2015 Mar 31†, 2016 Crown Princess® Apr 30, 2016 Seattle, Vancouver, B.C. Vancouver, B.C., Victoria, San Francisco Vancouver, B.C., Los Angeles Vancouver, B.C., Victoria, Los Angeles Los Angeles, San Francisco, Astoria, Victoria, Vancouver, B.C. * Ports of Embarkation and Disembarkation are in bold. † Operates in reverse order. Lead-in fares are based on the lowest category stateroom for each category type. Fares for oceanview staterooms offer a non-obstructed view. Launch fares represent the lead-in introductory fares and are subject to change. Launch fares and other amounts shown are in U.S. dollars unless stated otherwise and are available in North America only. Rates shown are per person, cruise-only, based on double occupancy and do not apply to singles or third- and fourth-berth passengers; contact Princess Cruises for third- and fourth-berth passenger fares. The offer is based on space availability, is capacity controlled and applies to the sailing dates and stateroom categories shown on each itinerary. Fares may remain at a discounted level after this promotion. See princess.com for terms, conditions and definitions that apply to all bookings. * Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings of up to $100 per person discount is applicable in all categories and combinable only with Launch Fares, Group Fares, Regional and other past-passenger promotions. Once booked, if a lower fare that the past passenger qualifies for and requests becomes available, the discount will automatically combine with the lower fare. Specific discount amounts vary by itinerary and cruise length. New-booking-only promotions are not combinable with the discount. Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings is not applicable to third- and fourth-berth passengers. Reduced deposit offer is 10% per person and does not apply to third- and fourth-berth passengers. Reduced deposit is not combinable with other reduced deposit offers. Call 1-800-774-6237 for details. Offer expires December 31, 2014, for Fall 2015 sailings and March 31, 2015, for Spring 2016 and Holiday sailings. Promotion code is PA1. ▲ princess.com 5 Santa Barbara UNITED STATES Los Angeles Catalina NEW UNITED STATES Los Angeles San Diego Pacific Ocean MEXICO MEXICO Pacific Ocean Ensenada Cabo San Lucas Overnight in Cabo San Lucas 5 D ays West Coast Getaway 4 D ays Star Princess® Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas (overnight), Los Angeles 2015 Departure Dates Nov 20 Nov 29 Los Angeles, Catalina Island or San Diego or Santa Barbara, Ensenada, Los Angeles 2015 Departure Dates Launch Fares Fri Sun Interior fares from $399 ▲ Oceanview fares from $499 ▲ Balcony fares from $649 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $799 Ruby Princess ♦ Sep 17 Sep 21 ° Sep 25 ♦ Sep 29 ♦ ▲ $ 1,299 ▲ Suite fares from ▲ 3 Thu Nov 12 Thu Mon Nov 16 ♦ Mon Fri Nov 25 ° Wed Tue Interior fares from $399 ▲ Oceanview fares from $499 ▲ Balcony fares from $649 ▲ Suite fares from Jan 4 ♦ Jan 18 ° Jan 25 ♦ Feb 1° Feb 5* Feb 9 ♦ Mon Mar 10 ♦ Thu Mon Mon Mon Fri Tue With Catalina Island (blue route line). ° With Santa Barbara (red route line). * With San Diego (green route line). Fares based on 11/16/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $135 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Crown Princess® 2016 Departure Dates Launch Fares Jan 22 Jan 29 Interior fares from $349 ▲ Oceanview fares from $449 ▲ Balcony fares from $549 ▲ Mini-suite fares from $699 ▲ Suite fares from ▲ $1,299 ▲ ♦ Ruby Princess Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles Fri Fri $799 ▲ Mini-suite fares from World-class entertainment, international cuisine, and stunning ocean views — all included, for less than a Las Vegas hotel vacation! MEXICO West Coast Getaway ♦ Get More for Your Vacation Dollar with a Getaway Cruise UNITED STATES Ensenada D ays Star Princess Crown Princess ▲ Los Angeles Launch Fares 2016 Departure Dates Fares based on 11/29/15 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $55 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. Pacific Ocean Crown Princess® Ruby Princess® Star Princess® West Coast Getaway $ 1,099 ▲ Fares based on 1/22/16 sailing. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses up to $75 are additional, subject to change, and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare had already been paid in full. Certain restrictions apply. See page 5 for details. B EST CRUISES FOR A WEEKEND GETAWAY – U S A T O D AY For more information visit: princess.com/getaways BE S T O F T HE W E S T, FROM VOLC ANOES TO D O L P HIN E N C O UN T E R S B EST SHORE EXCURSIONS EDITOR’S PICK T R AV E L A G E W E S T 2 0 1 3 You needn’t travel far to come back new, especially when voyages from the West Coast offer such a diverse array of tours, activities and excursions — from wine tasting to whale watching, museums to snorkel trips. Here are just a few examples of the kinds of adventures you can choose from. Activities & Adventures Catalina: Lovers’ Cove Snorkel Tour Experience the marvels of Catalina’s underwater landscape on a snorkeling adventure to a Marine Preserve. Float along a rock reef to view sea stars, anemones, octopi and moray eels, and glide through kelp forests that are home to Garibaldi (California’s state fish), kelp bass, leopard sharks, bat rays, and sardines. Special Interest Cabo San Lucas: El Arco Cruise & Playa Medano Enjoy a lovely day of fun, sun and surf on an excursion that includes a narrated motorized catamaran cruise along the stunning Cabo coastline past a majestic rock arch and a visit to beautiful Playa Medano beach. Maui (Lahaina): Haleakala Crater, Lavender Farm, Cheese & Organic Distillery Tour upcountry Maui for stunning views from atop Haleakala Crater, vodka tasting at an organic distillery, a tour of Ali‘i Kula Lavender Farm as well as lunch and cheese sampling at Surfing Goat Dairy Farm. Santa Barbara: Wine Tasting & Solvang Visit the area’s top wineries to learn about winemaking and sample fine wines. Explore the cobblestone sidewalks of the Danish-inspired enclave of Solvang. San Francisco: Alcatraz & Sausalito Sail by ferry to the infamous Alcatraz Prison and travel by motorcoach across the Golden Gate Bridge to the waterfront village of Sausalito. Victoria: High Tea at the Empress Hotel & City Highlights Admire Victoria’s scenic splendor on a guided driving tour celebrating its most treasured sights. Stop for photographs at a variety of viewpoints and soak up the old world charm of this historical city. Then, experience the luxury and tradition of “taking tea” at the renowned Fairmont Empress Hotel. Nature & Wildlife Astoria: Mt. St. Helens Spend a day getting to know Mount St. Helens and the titanic forces that caused the mountain to erupt in 1980. Santa Barbara: Whale Watching Board a luxury catamaran and cruise along the Channel Islands teeming with birds, sea lions and dolphins. Visit one of the world’s largest sea caves. Watch for magnificent whales that spout and breach in the glistening waters of this migratory corridor. Sightseeing & City Tours Hilo: Volcanoes National Park, Macadamia Nut Shop & Garden Explore spectacular Hawaii Volcanoes National Park; stroll the Nani Mau Gardens, home to a wide variety of tropical plants; and visit the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory to learn how macadamia nuts are readied for market. Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto View Kauai’s famous Waimea Canyon, which Mark Twain described as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Then cruise up the Wailua River to legendary Fern Grotto for a performance of the “Hawaiian Wedding Song.” La Paz: El Serpentario Reptile Center & Cactus Garden Get an up-close and personal look at Baja’s snakes, lizards, and crocodiles at the El Serpentario Reptile Center and Cactus Nursery. Mazatlán: Salsa Making & Salsa Dancing Class Get your dancing shoes on for this day of dancing, cooking and relaxing at a resort hotel. Learn how to prepare margaritas and salsas, and how to do the salsa. San Diego: Balboa Park Discovery Embark to breathtaking Balboa Park, the nation’s largest urban cultural park, to visit four museums, stroll beautiful gardens, shop and enjoy lunch at a fine park restaurant. For more information and a complete listing, contact your travel agent or visit princess.com. At the tip of Baja lie the jagged spires and arches of Los Arcos A WORLD OF W O NDE R F UL As unforgettable as the sights may be, you’ll likely find that your Princess® ship is the best destination of all. So unpack, unwind and enjoy all the wonderful places and amenities you’ll discover on board. • The Atrium, the heart of your ship, is a soaring three-tier centerpiece, where you’ll find elegant bars and refined boutiques featuring brand apparel, jewelry, Princess souvenirs and more. • The Piazza, a European-style gathering place on Deck 5 of the Atrium, is a great spot to meet for a drink and enjoy live music and street entertainers in venues such as The International Café and Vines wine bar. • Enjoy attentive Princess service, a hallmark of every cruise, in each interaction with our crew, from the Captain to waiters to deck stewards. Enjoy balcony views There’s always something happening in the Atrium • Our on-deck retreat, The Sanctuary is a wonderful option for unwinding with a massage, healthy beverages and attentive Serenity Stewards. • Movies Under the Stars® presents films, concerts, sporting events and more on a giant screen poolside, day and night. For more information visit: princess.com/onboard Catch the latest game or movie with Movies Under the Stars ® B EST CRUISE SHIP FOR FOODIES 2013 ROYAL PRINCESS® USA TODAY Best Cruise Ship Steakhouse USA TODAY 2014 Crown Grill Sterling Steakhouse SM SM Best Cruise for Food Lovers Food & Wine Magazine 2014 Taste the delicious flavors of the tropics with a special Hawaiian cocktail on board Elegant dining on board It’s a matter of taste They make it all seem so easy — the chefs and kitchen staff on your Princess ship. It’s hard to believe every pastry and roll is freshly baked, every sauce made from scratch — all from the finest ingredients. And that’s just a sample of what you’ll find on board. • Flexible Anytime Dining — eat when you want and with whom — as well as elegant traditional dining at the same table with the same waitstaff each evening. SM • Specialty restaurants including Sabatini’s Italian restaurant and the refined Crown Grill and elegant Sterling Steakhouse, both named among “Best Cruise Ship Steakhouses” by USA TODAY. SM SM SM • Casual dining from the “best pizza at sea” (USA TODAY), to burgers on deck, a hot and cold buffet and 24-hour room service. • Savor authentic regional tastes created by our chefs and influenced by the destinations you are visiting — caramelized Maui onion soup, local-style ahi tuna poke, shredded kalua pig in ti leaves, kalua duck with plum sauce and more! Each dish freshly prepared For more information visit: princess.com/dining princess.com 9 Learn the wonderful musical tradition of ukulele with the Aloha Spirit program on our Hawaii voyages E X PA ND Y O UR HORIZONS What do you feel like doing today? Getting a rejuvenating spa treatment, touring the ship’s galley or, perhaps, simply curling up by the pool with a novel. Whatever your preference, you’ll find just what you’re looking for. • Engaging daytime activities range from enrichment courses, culinary demonstrations and Lotus Spa® treatments to yoga classes, art auctions, trivia contests and more. • Each wonderful locale comes alive with entertainment and activities we bring on board just for you — learn to make a flower lei or do the Hula in Hawaii, and dance to live mariachi bands in Mexico. • Lounges and bars offer live jazz or piano music and tasty regional drinks like Ultimate Mai Tais, 24K Margaritas and tequila tastings. • Onboard boutiques where you can browse brand-name wares like Lladro, Swarovski, Calvin Klein and Lancôme. For more information visit: princess.com/activities A Princess original show ® • Evening entertainment includes our thrilling original musical productions, live music and top headliner comedians from Comedy Central and late-night television. • In the casino you can play games of chance like blackjack, craps and roulette, plus slot machines. Bliss in the Lotus Spa ® Choose from a variety of stateroom options Choose from a selection of staterooms, each with wonderful standard Princess® amenities including 100% Egyptian cotton linens and duvet, down pillows, luxurious sundries and more. Suite with balcony Surrounding you with luxurious accommodations, a spacious suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a minisuite, plus incredible premiums. These include luxury balcony furniture, deluxe canapés, fresh flowers, DVD/CD player, free access to a DVD library, two flat-panel TVs, one complimentary mini-bar setup, upgraded bathroom amenities, laundry and professional cleaning services, and web access in the Internet Café. Approximately 460 to 932 square feet, including balcony. Family suites that sleep up to eight passengers are available on select ships. Mini-suite with balcony A mini-suite with balcony is substantially larger than a balcony stateroom. It includes all the amenities of a balcony stateroom and these added luxuries: welcome glasses of champagne, separate sitting area, sofa bed, luxury mattress and pillows, two flat-panel TVs, a spacious closet, desk, bathroom tub and massage shower head. Approximately 323 square feet, including balcony. Balcony This impressive stateroom offers the elegance of a balcony with fine patio furniture. Other amenities include a spacious closet, desk and a bathroom with shower. Approximately 214 to 279 square feet, including balcony. Oceanview double Our oceanview stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior double, plus it features a picture window, providing added ambience and memorable views. Approximately 146 to 206 square feet. Deluxe Oceanview, a larger version of the Oceanview double, is also available on select ships. Note: Some categories have portholes versus picture windows. Some staterooms are partially to fully obstructed, as shown on deck plans. Interior double Our interior stateroom is a great value. It features two twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approximately 158 to 162 square feet. Wheelchair-accessible staterooms Princess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include a roll-in shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and a writing desk with wheelchair access. Cabins range from approximately 237 to 383 square feet based on stateroom category. Visit princess.com for more details. Note: Floor plans, amenities and stateroom diagrams represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship. Certain stateroom categories may vary in size and configuration by ship. Square footage varies based on stateroom category and deck location. Stateroom views are considered unobstructed unless noted otherwise. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. For balcony staterooms, the view is determined from the perspective of the balcony railing. Balconies may have either solid steel or glass railings. Upper berth and bed ladder capacities are 250 lbs. Staterooms that can accommodate rollaways have two lower berths and one upper berth, and the staterooms can accommodate a fourth berth as a rollaway bed upon request at time of reservation. There are a limited number of rollaway beds per ship, per voyage. Use of rollaway beds restricts cabin space. Call 1-800-774-6237 for more information. For detailed deck plans & virtual tours visit: princess.com/ships A spacious mini-suite princess.com 11 T HE P R IN C E S S F L E E T ® Our fleet on the Pacific Coast for 2015 includes five of our spectacular ships, carrying from 672 to 3,082 guests and offering the region’s most affordable balcony staterooms. Whichever ship you sail upon, you’ll enjoy attentive Princess® service, superb dining, engaging activities and wonderful entertainment. Crown Princess® Ruby Princess® Coral Princess® Island Princess® Grand Princess® Pacific Princess® Star Princess® 3,082 passengers Nearly 900 balconies Length: 952 ft. Gross Tonnage: 113,561 1,974 passengers Over 700 balconies Length: 965 ft. Gross Tonnage: 91,627 2,600 passengers Over 700 balconies Length: 950 ft. Gross Tonnage: 107,517 672 passengers Over 200 balconies Length: 592 ft. Gross Tonnage: 30,277 2,600 passengers Over 700 balconies Length: 950 ft. Gross Tonnage: 108,877 Theater • • • • • Movies Under the Stars® (poolside theater) • • • • The Sanctuary (relaxing retreat for adults) • • • • Lotus Spa® & Fitness Center • • • • • Sabatini’s (Italian specialty restaurant) • • • • • Crown Grill (steak & seafood specialty restaurant) • SM SM • Sterling Steakhouse (specialty restaurant) SM • • Italian-inspired Piazza • • • Vines (wine & seafood bar) • • • The International Café (24-hour coff ees, desserts, sandwiches and tapas) • • • • Casino • • • • • Fun on board with Mariachis 10 E A S Y S T E P S T O B O O K IN G There’s a lot to consider when planning a cruise or land & sea vacation with Princess.® But with this simple planning guide, you’ll be on your way in no time! And should you have more specific questions, feel free to contact your travel agent or visit princess.com. 1 What kind of cruise vacation are you seeking? Princess has options to match every individual taste and style. Are you a person who enjoys the thrill of visiting many ports and a variety of sites? Or do you prefer voyages with more time out at sea to relax and unwind? 2 Where and when do you want to go? Princess sails all around the world, 12 months a year. Use the chart below to help you plan where and when you want to cruise with Princess. Stateroom fares are quoted per person and based on double occupancy—with elegant and casual dining options, onboard entertainment like production shows, musicians and comedians, a Las Vegasstyle casino and much more included with your fare. 5 Do you have a preference of ship? Princess has everything from grand ships carrying over 3,000 passengers to smaller, more intimate vessels accommodating just 680. Ask your travel agent for more details, or visit princess.com/ships to learn more about each of our ships or to take a virtual tour of their public areas. 6 What sort of stateroom best fits your needs? Princess has a wide variety of staterooms from which to choose, each including a range of amenities from flat-screen TVs and a refrigerator to a spacious closet and private bathroom. Balcony staterooms give you added space and your own place to relax outside on fine patio furniture and enjoy the unforgettable views. Suites and mini-suites offer even more square footage and premiums such as a sofa bed and upgraded amenities, including a luxury mattress and pillows. An oceanview double includes a large picture window, providing added ambience and memorable views, and our most affordable option is the interior stateroom, which has fine amenities and no windows. To learn more, visit princess.com/staterooms. 2015–2016 Princess Destinations 3 4 Destinations Travel Months Alaska May to Sep Asia & Africa Apr to Oct Australia, New Zealand Oct to May Canada & New England Sep to Oct Caribbean Sep to Apr Europe Apr to Nov Japan Apr to Oct Mexico, Hawaii & California Coastals Sep to May Panama Canal Sep to May South America Dec to Mar Tahiti & South Pacific Sep to Apr How do you choose the itinerary that’s best for you? Named the “Best Cruise Line Itineraries” by Recommend Magazine nine years running, Princess offers a variety of sailings from a few days to over a month. Simply decide the length of vacation time you have and any places and experiences to check off your travel bucket list, and you’re on your way! What’s your budget? Your cruise fare is determined by several factors—destination and length, time of year, stateroom choice and availability. 7 Are you traveling with kids, friends or family? Traveling with family or a group of friends can be a wonderful way to get away from it all. Book early for the best selection of staterooms. Be sure to inquire about having your group’s staterooms close to one another. For those sailing with kids, our onboard youth and teen programs are excellent, and family-friendly shore excursions are available. 8 Do you need help booking air, hotel or transfers? Princess can assist you with travel logistics not included in your fare, such as air, hotel and transfers to and from your ship to your airport or hotel. Princess eZAir® is a convenient and easy planning tool from Princess that offers competitive fares and Next Port Protection, getting you on board at the next available port in the event you miss your embarkation. And our Cruise Plus® Hotel program offers peace of mind and convenience, with excellent centrally located hotels to stay in before or after your voyage. To learn more about Princess eZAir, our Cruise Plus Hotel program and transfer options available, ask your travel agent or visit princess.com. 9 What kinds of land and shore excursions most interest you? From sightseeing and nature tours to off-the-beaten-path adventures and more, you can experience the best of every destination on an award-winning shore or land excursion offered by Princess. And it is easy for you to choose the right tour, with excursions categorized by interest and activity level. Pre-reserve your shore excursions for the best selection and availability. Contact your travel agent or visit princess.com/excursions to learn more. 10 What if you need to cancel? It is important to note there are restrictions regarding fare refunds, and cancellation fees may be assessed based on the length of your cruise and how many days prior to your cruise departure date that Princess Cruises is notified of your cancellation. Visit princess.com for specific details. For a great option to protect your vacation, refer to the Princess Vacation Protection information pamphlet on princess.com or contact your travel agent for more details. For additional questions, please contact your travel agent or visit princess.com princess.com 13 J OIN U S IN 2 0 15 F O R A C E L E BR AT IO N T O R E ME MBE R — O UR 5 0 A NNI V E R S A R Y S E A S O N TH Alaska Asia & Africa Australia & New Zealand Canada & New England Caribbean, Mexico & Pacific Coast Europe Hawaii, Tahiti & South Pacific Panama Canal South America World Cruises Your travel agent www.princess.com 1-800-774-6237 Special offer for veterans, retired and active military Princess honors our U.S. and Canadian militaries with up to $250 free onboard spending money, depending on cruise length. This offer can be combined with other promotions and used on any cruise, any time of the year to anywhere we sail! Call your travel agent or Princess at 1-800-774-6237 for details. ® ® YOUR PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL AGENT: P.O. Box 947 Santa Clarita, CA 91380-9047 CANADIAN RESIDENTS: Fares are shown in U.S. dollars and are also available in Canadian dollars. Ask your agent or call Princess for details. PMD15FP13683 ©Princess Cruises 2014. Ships of Bermudan and British registry. Litho in USA.
