
June 3, 2026
Princess Cruises has announced its largest-ever European deployment for the 2028 season with expanded itineraries covering Northern Europe, the Mediterranean and Transatlantic routes. The program features maiden calls to Irish ports Galway and Killybegs plus a new Pole-to-Pole Odyssey voyage linking Antarctica to the Arctic.
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May 4, 2026
Princess Cruises has introduced its new ship Star Princess in Seattle for her first season sailing through Alaska's Inside Passage. The cruise line marked this debut with community donations across several Alaskan towns.
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April 29, 2026
Princess Cruises announced that Makoto Ocean and The Butcher’s Block by Dario have received the prestigious 2026 International Five Star Diamond Award for culinary excellence. Both restaurants are recognized for their unique approaches—Japanese sushi from chef Makoto Okuwa and steakhouse cuisine inspired by butcher Dario Cecchini.
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April 21, 2026
Princess Cruises and Holland America Line have pledged an initial $175,000 toward rebuilding Ketchikan's historic American Legion Post destroyed by arson last year. The cruise lines say they will continue supporting local veterans' efforts into future years.
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April 21, 2026
Princess Cruises has ordered three new LNG-powered Voyager class ships from Italian builder Fincantieri. The vessels aim to combine familiar experiences with updated designs for future travelers. Deliveries are set for late 2035 through 2039.
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April 21, 2026
Princess Cruises announced it has won Best Restaurant for Makoto Ocean at the Seatrade F&B@Sea Awards. The specialty Japanese restaurant was recognized for its culinary innovation aboard several ships.
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April 16, 2026
Princess Cruises unveiled its new POURS beverage program offering premium spirits alongside wellness-focused zero-proof drinks. The initiative features collaborations with celebrity founders and introduces adaptogen-based mocktails across its fleet starting this summer.
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