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Welcome to boston emerald princess arrives july 14 for first homeport season with scenic canada & new england voyages.

Season Features 10 Cruises with Option to Sail as Far as Greenland

BOSTON , July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston's newest hometown cruise ship is sailing into town Sunday, July 14 , and it's not just any ship, it's the Love Boat. Princess Cruises, the world's most iconic cruise brand, brings the 3,080-guest Emerald Princess to Flynn Cruiseport Boston for an inaugural season of scenic Canada & New England voyages, highlighted by an epic opportunity to visit the world's largest island of Greenland .

With 10 Canada & New England cruises, ranging in length from seven to 17 days, Emerald Princess guests are sure to love the sought-after experience of witnessing regal trees boasting rich shades of red, purple, orange and yellow, plus colonial history, striking lighthouses and fresh seafood savored in quaint seaside villages. There is even a bucket-list opportunity to visit three ports in the world's largest island of Greenland , home to stunning landscapes including magnificent fjords and unique and varied wildlife.

"The debut of Emerald Princess for our maiden Boston season celebrates a convenient new home port for New Englanders and beyond to set sail on a premium cruise at an exceptional value, especially when compared to land-based vacations," said John Padgett , Princess Cruises president. "Our presence also generates substantial revenue for local businesses from our guests and crew, as we'll bring upwards of 30,000 cruisers to experience all that Boston has to offer."

Emerald Princess cruises sailing from Boston July 14 through October 7, 2024 include:

Canada & New England – Seven Days : Roundtrip from Boston visiting Halifax, Sydney ( Cape Breton Island ), Charlottetown ( Prince Edward Island ) and Portland or Bar Harbor. Cruises depart July 14, 21, 28; August 4, 2024 .

Classic Canada & New England – 10 days : Departing from Boston to Québec with stops in Portland , Saint John (for the Bay of Fundy), Halifax , Sydney ( Cape Breton Island ), Charlottetown ( Prince Edward Island ) and Saguenay. Cruises depart August 28 ; September 17 ; October 7, 2024 . Two cruises sail the opposite itinerary from Québec to Boston on September 7 and 27, 2024.

Greenland & Canada – 17 days : Roundtrip from Boston visiting three ports in Greenland - Nuuk, Qaqortoq and Nanortalik - plus Sydney ( Cape Breton Island ), Corner Brook , St. Anthony ( Newfoundland ) and St. John's ( Newfoundland ). Cruise departs August 11, 2024 .

"It is our longstanding partnerships with renowned cruise lines such as Princess Cruises that solidify our position as a premier east coast port and tourism destination," said Lauren Gleason , Massachusetts Port Authority Interim Port Director & Chief Administrative Officer. "We wish Princess Cruises success as they expand their presence in the region with this inaugural homeport season offering sailings from July – October to Canada /New England. We appreciate Princess Cruises' continued support as each Emerald Princess visit will provide substantial economic impact in both revenue and jobs throughout Massachusetts and New England."

The beautiful Emerald Princess offers well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities.

No matter the cruise, Princess delivers a premium vacation with the line's award-winning, signature Princess MedallionClass experience which offers unparalleled service and personalization. Guests sailing with Princess can take advantage of inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier which add popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, crew gratuities and more at an even greater savings of up to 65% when the inclusive package amenities are purchased separately.

Additional 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 .

About Princess Cruises Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean , Alaska , Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe , South America , Australia / New Zealand , the South Pacific, Hawaii , Asia , Canada /New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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Emerald Princess Set For Canada and New England Voyages from Boston

• July 12, 2024

The Emerald Princess arrives in Boston on Sunday, July 14, to kick off its season of Canada and New England voyages, according to a press release.

From July 14 through October 7, 2024, the Emerald Princess offers 10 Canada and New England cruises, ranging from seven to 17 days. Guests will enjoy fall foliage, colonial history and fresh seafood in seaside villages. Highlights include visits to three ports in Greenland, known for fjords and diverse wildlife.

“The debut of Emerald Princess for our maiden Boston season celebrates a convenient new home port for New Englanders and beyond to set sail on a premium cruise at an exceptional value, especially when compared to land-based vacations,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “Our presence also generates substantial revenue for local businesses from our guests and crew, as we’ll bring upwards of 30,000 cruisers to experience all that Boston has to offer.”

Emerald Princess cruises from Boston include:

• Canada and New England – A seven-day roundtrip from Boston visiting Halifax, Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) and Portland or Bar Harbor. Cruises depart July 14, 21, 28; August 4, 2024.
• Classic Canada and New England – a ten-day trip from Boston to Québec with stops in Portland, Saint John (for the Bay of Fundy), Halifax, Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) and Saguenay. Cruises depart August 28; September 17; and October 7, 2024. Two cruises sail the opposite itinerary from Québec to Boston on September 7 and 27, 2024.
• Greenland and Canada – a 17-day roundtrip from Boston visiting three ports in Greenland – Nuuk, Qaqortoq and Nanortalik – plus Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Corner Brook, St. Anthony (Newfoundland) and St. John’s (Newfoundland). Cruise departs August 11, 2024.

“It is our longstanding partnerships with renowned cruise lines such as Princess Cruises that solidify our position as a premier east coast port and tourism destination,” said Lauren Gleason, interim port director and chief administrative officer at Massachusetts Port Authority. “We wish Princess Cruises success as they expand their presence in the region with this inaugural homeport season offering sailings from July – October to Canada/New England. We appreciate Princess Cruises’ continued support as each Emerald Princess visit will provide substantial economic impact in both revenue and jobs throughout Massachusetts and New England.”

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Review of Princess Cruises’ Emerald Princess Reveals a Gem of Ship

One of four sister ships, the Emerald Princess cruises on her own merit.

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First Impressions Step onboard the Emerald Princess and at first glance, you’ll immediately be awed by the ship’s understated style and elegance. The Emerald Princess is graced with the same glam and glitz as her three sister ships. The jewel of this ship is the marble-floored Piazza-style atrium with its grand, spiral staircase and towering glass elevators. Here you’ll find guests mingling about, enjoying the adjacent coffee bar, wine bar and “street” entertainers.

A quick walk-through outside reveals four fresh water pools, a huge outdoor movie screen (Movies Under the Stars) and wrap-around walking track. There are activities to lure you outdoors during the day and well into the evening.

The well-designed layout means better passenger flow, fewer traffic jams entering and leaving dining rooms and smaller, intimate meeting rooms and lounges.

Cruise Maven Loves

• The adults-only Sanctuary; a quiet retreat high above the ship, with snacks and beverages included in the $10 fee.
• You can dance the night away at Skywalkers lounge. Nearly 200 feet above the sea, the view is amazing.
• Warm cookies and milk in the evening at Movies Under the Stars. Yum!
• The Ultimate Balcony Dining experience for breakfast or dinner. The name says it all.
• The self-service Launderette. It’s so nice to come home with a suitcase full of clean, neatly folded clothes.

Accommodations There are the usual suspects of cabin categories; suite, mini-suite, balcony, oceanview and interior. Of the 1,557 cabins, over half (881) have balconies. If budget allows, go for one of the 207 suites, from 461 to 687 sq. ft.

Princess offers extra amenities and perks for suites than other premium cruise lines. There’s a complimentary mini-bar set-up, free laundry and a private lounge, to name a few. One of the best perks is the exclusive breakfast at Sabatini’s, far away from the other 2,900 passengers.

While the mini-suites (323 sq. ft.) don’t offer the same amenities as the suites, you’re not left out in the cold. You still have two TVs, welcome aboard champagne and a bathtub/shower combination.

If a suite or mini-suite is not in your budget, the interior cabins are a roomy 160 sq. ft. and include a refrigerator, flat panel TV and bathroom amenities.

Oceanview staterooms vary in size from 158 to 181 sq. ft. Some oceanview staterooms have obstructed views, so be careful with your choice to avoid an embarkation day surprise.

Over half of the staterooms have a balcony, so there are plenty to choose from in a wide range of prices. An impressive 233 to 285 sq. ft. makes this the ideal in-between choice of staterooms.

Kids programs Kids from 3 to 17 years will find plenty to do onboard the Emerald Princess. Divided into three groups, ages 3-7 and 8-12 years plus teens from 13-17, each with their own supervised meeting place.

Kids even have special dinners (with counselors) while teens can attend their own formal night event. Late night group sitting is available for ages 3-12 from 10pm to 1am at $5/hour per child. Children under 3 may participate in Youth Center activities if accompanied by a parent.

Bottom line This isn’t the original Love Boat, but a cruise aboard the Emerald Princess has something that almost everyone would love. Onboard activities span the range from poolside fun and games to art history and computer classes. There’s a wedding chapel with a webcam so friends and family back home can watch the ceremony.

Foodies will love the specialty dining option aptly named “The Chef’s Table” with seating right in the galley. Perfect for families, couples and solo travelers who want a premium cruise experience and the bells and whistles found only on super-sized ships.

Cruise Maven’s Insider Tips

• You don’t have to race to the Princess Theater for the production shows to get a good seat. The theater has a clear sight-line without support poles to block your view.
• Want to see areas of the ship that are usually off-limits? Sign up early for the Behind the Scenes Tour to see the engine room, medical center, laundry area and even visit the bridge and meet the captain. Space is limited to this twice-a-cruise event.
• Note that the Sanctuary is reserved in two shifts: 8am-12:30pm and 1pm-5pm or later. Plan ahead and book early, especially for sea days.

Just so you don’t think I’m partial to this ship, I’ll add that some people don’t like the traffic flow from the theater, the smaller-sized public rooms or the fact that the Sanctuary pool (only) is open to the non-paying guest. I’ve learned that it’s impossible to make everyone happy on every cruise ship out there on the seas. It’s a beautiful ship with excellent service, the hot food is served hot and the coffee is just the right strength. What’s not to like?

Fast facts Sailing since:  May 2007, refurbished 2009 Size: 113,560 Number of passengers/crew:  3,080/1,142 Number of accessible cabins:  25 Number of Dining options:  11 (7 free) Itineraries: Winter and spring of 2015, the Emerald Princess sails the Caribbean from Houston. When the ship returns from Europe in the fall of 2015, Ft. Lauderdale will be the new homeport for the Emerald Princess.

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Emerald Princess Overview

Princess Cruises is one of the most popular and long lasting cruise lines sailing the seven seas today. The Emerald Princess is a hallmark ship for the cruise line with activities that are perfect for their passengers, both young and young at heart. Onboard travelers can experience a classic European piazza feel in the ship’s atrium where the International Café and Vines wine bar are on hand to provide libations. The Emerald Princess’ youth and teen centers are packed with activities and apparatus that facilitate fun and let the children form friendships to last for years. 

• Passenger Capacity: 3,080 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2007
• Last Refurbished: 2019

Emerald Princess Cruise Destinations

Princess Cruises offers a wide array of cruising destinations, as well as a Cruisetour program that is revered in the cruising industry. This impressive selection includes over 100 itineraries reaching over 300 ports all across the world. Whether cruise to take in the beautiful fall foliage of Canada and New England or a splendid voyage to sunny Tahiti, Princess Cruises can offer you a great value with an exceptional experience. Other destinations include, but are not limited to: Asia, Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal, Australia, and more. 

Choose an Alaska cruise, where you can explore the tundra or view the natural beauty, take a dog sled ride or kick back in some hot springs!

If you enjoy the beauty of autumn, or feel that the colors of fall stimulate and inspire you—choose a cruise to Canada and New England.

Canada / New England Cruisetours

Escape to the mesmerizing coastal cities and enchanting parks of Canada and New England.

You can find everything from castles to crepes, and villas to Van Gogh on a European cruise vacation.

Hawaii holds cultural delights and tropical pleasures in store for your cruise vacation.

Mexican Riviera

Imagine the clear blue waters, fantastic beaches, and fascinating culture you will encounter on a cruise to Mexican Riviera.

Northern Europe

Thrilling Old World tales, the history of the great czars and fairytale castles await you on a Princess cruise to Northern Europe.

Panama Canal

Experience the canal in all its grandeur and view the wonders of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans’ surrounding areas during your Panama Canal cruise.

Transatlantic

From coast to coast, take in the ocean breeze and interesting ports of call that come along with a Transatlantic Cruise.

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From San Francisco treats to Hollywood streets, it’s call about the West Coast—choose a California Coastal cruise.

Western Caribbean

Investigate Mayan ruins and rough it off-road in the tropical paradise that comes along with a Western Caribbean cruise.

Emerald Princess Departure Ports

Princess Cruises has one of the most extensive set of sailings. Their ships travel the world embarking from popular ports like New York City, Vancouver, Venice and Los Angeles. They also have cruises that sail from smaller, more exotic ports like Kobe in Japan and Valparaiso in Chile. We’ll help you find a Princess cruise you’ll love, give us a call today. 

A cruise to Civitavecchia is a chance for you to hop a quick train to Rome and explore the enormous history through ruins, galleries and The Vatican museums.

Boston is home to great sports, great food and loads of history with the Freedom Trail and Harvard.

With incredible weather, delicious fare and some stupendous attractions, you will find that Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is one of the most attractive ports in the entire US.

The possibilities are endless when cruising to or from the City of Angels. Let your inner rock star shine as you explore the many wonders of Los Angeles, California.

Quebec City, Quebec

It’s easy to be wowed by Quebec City as Old World Europe is mixed with North American cultures alongside breathtaking landscapes and the flowing Saint Lawrence River.

Whether it’s your cruise destination or a launching point, Vancouver is a beautiful destination in itself with a sophisticated downtown and lots of natural elements to explore.

The cruise port of Southampton features tons of diverse attractions that provide insight into England’s culture and storied past, including fortresses, gardens and national parks.

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Emerald princess staterooms.

Balcony (B1)

The Premium Balcony stateroom is appointed with the same fine amenities as our Balcony stateroom but features a larger balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore.

Balcony (B2)

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This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It's also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Balcony (BB)

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Inside (IC)

The Interior stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bedPrivate bathroom with shower

Inside (IA)

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Inside (IB)

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Oceanview (OV)

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. Features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OW)

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Oceanview (OE)

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Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room: two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (OC)

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A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms, as well as the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites plus premier dining benefits and luxurious perks. Each night, enjoy Club Class Dining, an exclusive dining area featuring expedited seating with no wait, expanded menu options, dedicated wait staff and tableside preparations. Other amenities include priority embarkation and disembarkation, a complimentary one-time wine set-up and so much more!

Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of Champagne. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed, premium bathroom amenities and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.

Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

The Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

These suites are for larger families or groups traveling together and include special suite-only benefits and two bathrooms connected by a large living room, which leads to an expansive private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people.

Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

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Top 10 Emerald Princess Cruises

• Emerald Princess 10 NIGHT Canada / New England CRUISE Departing From Quebec City, Quebec (Sep 2024 - Sep 2024)
• Emerald Princess 19 NIGHT CANADA / NEW ENGLAND TOUR E427 Departing From Quebec City, Quebec (Oct 2024)
• Emerald Princess 14 NIGHT Canada / New England CRUISE Departing From Quebec City, Quebec (Oct 2024)
• Emerald Princess 12 NIGHT Transcanal CRUISE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Oct 2024 - Mar 2025)
• Emerald Princess 15 NIGHT Transatlantic CRUISE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Mar 2025)
• Emerald Princess 23 NIGHT Europe CRUISE Departing From Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (Apr 2025)
• Emerald Princess 9 NIGHT Europe CRUISE Departing From Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (Apr 2025)
• Emerald Princess 14 NIGHT Europe CRUISE Departing From Southampton, England (May 2025)
• Emerald Princess 12 NIGHT Europe - Western CRUISE Departing From Southampton, England (May 2025 - Sep 2025)
• Emerald Princess 14 NIGHT Europe - Northern CRUISE Departing From Southampton, England (Jun 2025 - Sep 2025)

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Emerald Princess, which debuted in 2007 and was most recently updated in April 2019, is one of the largest ships in the fleet. It carries up to 3,080 passengers and 1,200 crew members, and it offers balconies in 80% of its exterior cabins. Recent cruisers describe the accommodations as sleek and spacious.

While groups can opt for a Family Suite for more square footage, those who splurge on Suite category cabins are granted perks like specialty dining and priority disembarkation at ports. All cabins come equipped with flat-screen TVs and minifridges. What's more, each guest aboard Emerald Princess receives an OceanMedallion wearable device to unlock his or her stateroom, make onboard payments, track down friends and family and more.

Activities include duty-free shopping boutiques, the Lotus Spa and a photography studio. In the evenings, theater shows, outdoor movies and multiple lounging areas keep cruisers entertained. The ship also offers age-appropriate youth clubs; in fact, the Camp Discover Youth & Teen Centers were refreshed during the refurbishment. With five pool areas, five whirlpool spas, the reimagined Sanctuary and an abundance of dining venues – including three specialty restaurants – the ship rarely felt crowded (according to most passengers). 

Emerald Princess offers a variety of sailings in the Caribbean, Hawaii, California, Canada, New England, Europe and the Panama Canal.

Pros & Cons

Eighty percent of outside cabins offer private balconies

Some cruisers felt restaurant service was slow

• Expert Rating » 4.0
• Traveler Rating » 4.0
• Health Rating » 4.0

Emerald Princess ranks # 10 out of 15 Princess Cruises Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

• # 10 in Best Princess Cruises
• # 27 in Best Cruises for Groups
• # 56 in Best Cruises for Couples
• # 60 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
• # 72 in Best Affordable Cruises

Emerald Princess offers a wide range of accomodation options. Browse cabins to find the stateroom that suits your needs.

Emerald Princess contains 15 decks. Find out which features are available on each Emerald Princess deck.

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A ship’s traveler rating is provided under license by Cruiseline.com , which manages one of the largest databases of cruise reviews and ratings by travelers. A total of 1191 guests have reviewed Emerald Princess , giving it a rating of 4 on a scale of 1-5.

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Emerald Princess Fact Sheet

Guest Capacity: 3,080 (lower berths)

Tonnage:  113,561

Builder: Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani, Monfalcone, Italy

Inaugural Cruise: April 11, 2007

Christener:  Florence Henderson, Marion Ross, Erin Moran & Susan Olsen (television's favorite mothers & daughters of “Brady Bunch” and “Happy Days”)

Crew: 1,200

Registry: Bermuda

Length:  951 feet

Height: 195 feet

Beam: 159 feet (including bridge wing) 118 feet (excluding bridge wing)

Draft: 27 feet

Guest Staterooms:

• 1,546 (1,106 outside/440 inside) total:
• 30 Suites with private balconies
• 2 Family Suites with interconnecting cabins
• 178 Mini-suites
• 676 Balcony
• 222 Outside

Connecting Staterooms: 100

Wheelchair Accessible Staterooms: 28

Dining and Snacks:

• Three Main Dining Rooms (Botticelli, Da Vinci and Michelangelo)
• Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
• Crown Grill – Steak and seafood grill
• Steamers Seafood
• International Café – Coffee, snacks, light meals and desserts
• Vines – Wine and seafood bar
• World Fresh Marketplace – Buffet restaurant
• Slice – Poolside pizza
• The Salty Dog Grill – Hamburger and hot dog grill
• Coffee & Cones– Ice cream and coffee bar
• Ultimate Balcony Dining
• 24-hour Room Service

Showrooms & Lounges:

• Princess Theater
• Explorers Lounge
• Wheelhouse Bar
• Skywalkers Nightclub
• Club Fusion
• Crooners Bar
• Speakeasy Cigar Lounge

Key Venues and Guest Services:

• The Sanctuary
• Movies Under the Stars poolside screen
• Lotus Spa and Fitness Center
• Piazza Atrium
• Gatsby's Casino
• Sports Deck
• Wedding Chapel
• Kid’s and Teen’s Centers
• Internet Café
• Photo Gallery
• Fine Arts Gallery
• The Shops of Princess
• Passenger Services Desk
• Shore Excursions Desk
• Medical Center

Whirlpools Spas:  7

For more information visit: Emerald Princess

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Emerald Princess accidents and incidents

Cabins 1533

Length (LOA) 288 m / 945 ft

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CruiseMapper's Emerald Princess cruise ship accidents, incidents and law news reports relate to a 3679-passenger vessel owned by Princess Cruises . Our Emerald Princess accidents page contains reports made by using official data from renown online news media sources, US Coast Guard and Wikipedia.

Here are also reported latest updates on cruise law news related to ashore and shipboard crimes still investigated by the police. Among those could be arrests, filed lawsuits against the shipowner / cruise line company, charges and fines, grievances, settled / withdrawn legal actions, lost cases, virus outbreaks , etc.

• fires - 2014, 2016, 2019
• collision - 2011 (St Petersburg Russia)
• propulsion/power loss - 2010, 2016
• deaths - 2010 (Bonaire), 2017 (crew, murder/homicide), 2019 (murder), 2023 (overboard)
• illness - 2009 (swine flu)
• Norovirus (passengers/crew) - 2007 (156/22), 2011 (400+), 2012 (189/31), 2023 (99/21)
• crimes - 2024 (robbery ashore)
• medevacs - 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023

You can add more details on reported here accident or submit new / your own Emerald Princess ship incident ("Cruise Minus" report) via CruiseMapper's contact form .

Princess Cruises to Explore All Caribbean Regions Summer 2026

Princess Cruises has announced its largest summer Caribbean cruise season for 2026, featuring two ships— Regal Princess and Caribbean Princess— departing from Fort Lauderdale/Port Everglades and Port Canaveral.

“Princess continues to expand access to our world-class premium experience now operating from eight  North America  homeports. With ships now departing from both  Central Florida  and  South Florida , it’s easier and more convenient than ever to set sail aboard the iconic Love Boat,” said  John Padgett , Princess Cruises president.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2026 SEASON

Port Canaveral  

Caribbean Princess offers roundtrip cruises from Port Canaveral. Guests can enjoy 7-day sailings to both the Eastern and Western Caribbean, with the option to combine two 7-day cruises for a 14-day Caribbean Adventurer experience, which includes:

• 6-Day Eastern Caribbean with Turks & Caicos :  Nassau ,  Amber Cover,  and Grand Turk –  May 11, 2026.
• 7-Day Eastern Caribbean with Turks & Caicos :  Nassau , Princess Cays,  Amber Cover,  and Grand Turk –  May 17 ,  June 7 , 28,  July 19 ,  August 9 , 30,  September 20 ,  October 11, 2026.
• 7-day  Western Caribbean  with  Mexico :  Cozumel ,  Cosa May,  and Roatán (Mahogany Bay) –  May 24 ,  June 14 ,  July 5 , 26,  August 16 ,  September 6 , 27, 2026.
• 7-day  Eastern Caribbean  with  Puerto Rico :  San Juan ,  Amber Cove,  and Grand Turk –  May 31 ,  June 21 ,  July 12 ,  August 2 , 23,  September 13 ,  October 4, 2026.

Fort Lauderdale 

Regal Princess offers summer sailings to all Caribbean regions, including Eastern, Southern, and Western itineraries. Guests can choose from 7-day Eastern or Western Caribbean cruises or an 8-day Southern Caribbean cruise. For those seeking a more extended vacation, combination cruises are available for a 14-day experience.

• 8-day  Southern Caribbean  with ABC Islands :  Aruba ,  Bonaire,  and Curaçao –  April 3, 2026 . Guests can take advantage of extended port stays with More Ashore in  Aruba  and Curaçao, offering more time to explore the islands.
• 7-day  Eastern Caribbean  with  Bahamas : Princess Cays,  Amber Cove , Grand Turk –  April 11 ,  May 9 ,  June 6 ,  July 4 ,  August 1 , 29, 2026.
• 7-day  Western Caribbean  with  Mexico :  Cozumel ,  Belize  City, Roatán (Mahogany Bay) –  April 18 ,  May 2 , 16, 30,  June 13 , 27,  July 11 , 25,  August 8 , 22, 2026.
• 7-day  Eastern Caribbean  with St. Thomas : Princess Cays,  San Juan , St. Thomas –  April 25 ,  May 23 ,  June 20 ,  July 18 ,  August 15, 2026.

Princess also sails two Southern Caribbean Islander cruises at the start and end of the season, including:

Caribbean Princess – 13-day Southern Caribbean Islander:

From Ft. Lauderdale to Port Canaveral: Princess Cays,  Aruba , Curaçao,  Bonaire ,  San Juan ,  Amber Cove , Grand Turk,  Nassau  –  April 28, 2026.

Regal Princess 14-day Southern Caribbean Islander :

From Ft. Lauderdale to  New York : Curaçao, Aruba ,  Grenada ,  Barbados ,  Dominica ,  St. Maarten ,  San Juan  –  September 5, 2026.

Captain’s Circle Members incentive

Captain’s Circle members can enjoy up to $200 in onboard spending money when they book by October 31, 2024. For summer 2026 cruises, guests will receive $50 per person for voyages lasting 7-10 days. Those booking combined 14-day Caribbean Adventurer voyages will receive $100 per person.

Booking is now open! Will you be sailing with Princess Cruises to the Caribbean? Let us know in the comments!

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Julie Bouchner is the Digital & Social Media Manager for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie.

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Passengers will soon pay more for a Princess cruise. Here's why.

Travelers can expect to pay more next time they sail with Princess Cruises .

The cruise line is raising its crew appreciation charge starting later this month. Passengers booked in suites will pay $19 per person, per day, up from $18, while fees for guests in mini suites, cabanas and Club Class accommodations will increase from $17 to $18. For guests in all other staterooms, the charge will jump from $16 to $17.

The increase will roll out to its fleet on the same schedule as updates to the line’s Princess Premier package , according to a spokesperson:

• Enchanted Princess on Aug. 31
• Majestic Princess and Sky Princess on Sept. 1
• Crown Princess on Sept. 2
• Ruby Princess on Sept. 3
• Grand Princess on Sept. 4
• Emerald Princess, Discovery Princess and Sun Princess on Sept. 7
• Caribbean Princess and Regal Princess on Sept. 12
• Royal Princess and Sapphire Princess on Sept. 14
• Island Princess on Sept. 25
• Diamond Princess on Sept. 26
• Coral Princess on Oct. 17

The charges are automatically added to guests’ onboard accounts but can be adjusted before disembarking. Princess previously raised its crew appreciation rates in February 2023.

Those fees, along with service charges on select purchases, are pooled and “distributed throughout the year in the form of compensation, including bonuses, to crewmembers fleetwide who interact directly with guests and/or behind the scenes throughout every cruise, including those in the Bar, Dining, Entertainment, Housekeeping, Guest Services, Galley and Onboard Revenue areas,” according to the line’s website .

Cruise lines periodically increase gratuity charges, usually in response to external factors like inflation or shifts in economic activity. “You look at the cost of hotels and transportation, fuel and food and everything else, and I think it's really just a normal response,” Danny Genung, CEO of travel agency Harr Travel, told USA TODAY in November . “You know, compensating employees, offsetting costs that have increased.”

Holland America Line also raised its crew appreciation charge in February, following similar moves from lines like Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises.

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].