Princess Cruises to America with Cruise1st

Why Princess Cruises Is the Standout Choice for America

Princess Cruises has spent decades perfecting the art of cruising the Americas. Alaska is the line’s home territory — Princess pioneered the route — while the Caribbean sailings reach far into the islands, the West Coast voyages trace California and beyond, and the transpacific itineraries push all the way to Polynesia and beyond. Sailings range from 4 nights to well over 100, with a median around 14 nights, so there is genuinely something here whether you want a fortnight in Alaska or a longer Pacific adventure.

A good share of the itineraries are one-way voyages — they leave from one port and disembark at another — so it is worth checking the shape before you book. We can arrange the flight home on those sailings, along with any hotels and transfers you need at either end, so the whole trip sits on one booking.

Where Do Princess Cruises Go in America?

Alaska

Alaska is where Princess has its deepest roots and its strongest programme. Sailings take in the glaciers, fjords and wildlife corridors of the Alaskan coast, typically departing from Vancouver, British Columbia or Seattle, Washington — both within a few hours of each other on the Pacific coast. Many Alaska itineraries are one-way, running between Vancouver and Anchorage, Alaska (via Whittier), so a flight from either end completes the trip. For those who want a self-contained round trip, those exist too. We can put together cruises from Vancouver to Alaska with flights, hotel nights and transfers included.

The Caribbean

The Caribbean is the second pillar of Princess’s Americas programme. Most Caribbean sailings depart from Florida — Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) in particular is the busiest embarkation point across the whole Americas programme. Miami is also served, and the two ports are roughly half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either — worth comparing dates and prices across both. If you are pairing your cruise with time in New York, our Caribbean cruises with New York stays page brings those options together.

West Coast USA and Polynesia

West Coast itineraries depart from Los Angeles, California and San Francisco, California, running up and down the Pacific seaboard or pushing out into the Pacific. Polynesia sailings take the Pacific route further, crossing vast stretches of open ocean to reach island groups far from the US mainland. These longer voyages suit travellers who want genuine distance covered — they often clock up 14 nights or more.

Transpacific and Beyond

For the most ambitious itineraries, transpacific sailings cross the Pacific in either direction, connecting US West Coast ports with Sydney, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand, among other ports. There is also a world cruise in the programme, with the itinerary calling at ports across multiple continents. These are substantial commitments — measured in weeks — and our team can advise on fare inclusions, cabin selection and everything you need to put around them.

East Coast USA and New England

Sailings along the East Coast USA and into New England and Canada round out the programme. Departures from New York feature here, and the itineraries often trace the autumn colours of the northeastern seaboard — a distinctly different experience from the Caribbean or Alaska routes.

Which Ports Do Princess Cruises Sail from in America?

The Princess Americas programme departs from a spread of US and Canadian ports. Here is where you can board:

• Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — the most active embarkation point in the programme, primarily for Caribbean sailings. Miami is roughly 30 minutes away, so comparing both is straightforward.
• Los Angeles, California — the gateway for West Coast and Pacific itineraries.
• Vancouver, British Columbia — the principal northern departure point for Alaska sailings.
• San Francisco, California — served by a strong selection of West Coast and Pacific routes.
• Miami, Florida — a second Florida option, particularly useful if you are spending time in the city before or after.
• Port Canaveral, Florida — for Caribbean departures from central Florida.
• Seattle, Washington — an alternative northern gateway for Alaska itineraries.

Because the vast majority of these sailings embark outside the UK, most travellers will need a transatlantic flight to reach their port. Cruise1st can book that flight, along with any hotel nights either side and transfers between the airport and the ship, as part of a single Cruise1st Package.

The Princess Ships Sailing These Routes

Princess deploys a substantial fleet across its Americas routes, from newer ships built to carry well over 4,000 guests to smaller vessels agile enough to reach ports the biggest ships cannot. Below are the ships currently active in the programme.

Sun Princess

Launched in February 2024, Sun Princess is the inaugural ship of Princess’s all-new Sphere class and the newest addition to the Americas programme. Its standout feature is The Dome — a multi-level, glass-enclosed deck space inspired by Santorini terraces, with an indoor/outdoor pool that converts into an evening entertainment venue after dark. With 29 dining and bar options — the most of any Princess ship — including the three-storey Horizons Dining Room and a Piazza atrium with open sea views, there is genuine variety at every meal. Sun Princess is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel, making it one of the more capability-forward ships in the fleet. If you want to see the cabins before you book, the Sun Princess cabins and deck plans are worth a look.

Star Princess

Also new — joining the fleet in 2025 — Star Princess carries more balcony cabins than any other ship in the Princess fleet, with 1,500 balconies across the ship. Over 29 different eateries, bars and lounges give plenty of options across a long voyage, and the ship is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel. Browse the Star Princess cabins and deck plans to see the range in full. Cabin grades include:

• Inside cabin IA — 13.5 m², sleeping up to 4; mid-to-upper deck positions put you closer to the pool and bar areas.
• Sea-view cabin O2 — 19.7 m², with a large panoramic window giving natural daylight and open sea views from the cabin itself.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DF (Bow position) — 27.4 m², with up to 39 m² of total living space — significantly more than the 21.9 m² of a standard deluxe balcony.
• Sky Suite S0 — approximately 117 m², with 2 complete bedrooms and more than four times the space of a standard balcony cabin.

Regal Princess

A Royal-class ship built for 4,250 guests across 19 decks, Regal Princess has a multi-level atrium at its heart and a full complement of venues: Princess Theater, Vista Lounge, Salty Dog Gastropub, Crown Grill steakhouse and an International Café open around the clock. MedallionClass technology means OceanNow delivery of food and drinks wherever you are on the ship, and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat gives you a quiet deck space away from the crowds. The Regal Princess cabins and deck plans cover every grade. A quick summary of the options:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², available across decks 9–14, giving flexibility over how close you are to the pools or the quieter upper decks.
• Ocean-view cabin O6 — 20.9 m², noticeably roomier than the inside grades, with natural light from a fixed window.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin D4 (aft) — 22.5–29 m², the most spacious deluxe balcony option on board.
• Penthouse Suite S3 — 54.5–63.4 m², considerably larger than any mini-suite on the ship.

Coral Princess

At 91,627 GT, Coral Princess is one of the slimmer ships in the fleet — and that narrower beam is genuinely useful on Americas routes, letting her reach small island ports and narrower waterways that larger vessels cannot access. On board, the Universe Lounge features 3 revolving stages used for cabaret, cooking demonstrations, fashion shows and lectures, and Crown Grill steakhouse and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria handle premium dining. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat rounds out the on-deck options. See all cabin options on the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans page. The grade range runs:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.5 m², with mid-deck positions giving easy access to central ship areas and minimal motion.
• Sea-view cabin O5 — 19.7 m², with a large panoramic window — the key step up from an inside cabin for natural light and open sea views.
• Premium Balcony cabin B1 — approximately 23 m² including the balcony; roughly 50% more space than a standard balcony, which matters on a longer voyage.
• Premium Suite S5 — 43.7 m² with a separate seating zone — considerably larger than a mini-suite.

Ruby Princess

Refurbished in 2023, Ruby Princess now carries nearly 900 balcony staterooms — one of the highest balcony ratios in the Princess fleet. Movies Under the Stars on deck comes with complimentary popcorn and blankets, Broadway-style shows run nightly in the Princess Theatre, and 12 dining venues — including Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria and Sterling Steakhouse — cover every appetite. Flexible Anytime Dining and a 24-hour Horizon Court mean you eat when it suits you. Browse the Ruby Princess cabins and deck plans for the full breakdown.

Sky Princess

81% of Sky Princess cabins come with a private balcony, one of the highest ratios in the whole Princess fleet. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat offers private cabanas, spa treatments and light meals on a dedicated sun deck — a genuinely quiet alternative to the main pool deck. Crown Grill, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Chef’s Table Lumiere (with a galley tour included) and Movies Under the Stars make up the dining and evening entertainment picture. The Sky Princess cabins and deck plans have all the details you need before choosing a grade.

Also in the Fleet

Further ships active in the Americas programme include Caribbean Princess, Crown Princess, Emerald Princess and Royal Princess — each with their own cabin range and itinerary mix. Deck plans for all of them are available: Caribbean Princess cabins and deck plans, Crown Princess cabins and deck plans, Emerald Princess cabins and deck plans, and Royal Princess cabins and deck plans.

What Does a Princess Americas Cruise Cost?

Prices start from £288 pp* for the shorter sailings, and many itineraries carry a discount of up to 45% off that cabin grade’s previously listed price — though that headline figure applies to a single departure; most reduced sailings sit closer to 10% off. The point is that reduced fares do appear regularly, and our team watches for them. Fare types vary by sailing and can include options such as early-saver fares, last-minute offers and promotional rates, so it is worth calling to check what applies to the dates you want.

Make It a Complete Holiday

Because almost all of these sailings embark outside the UK — in the United States, Canada, Australia or New Zealand — the cruise itself is the centrepiece of a longer trip. That is where Cruise1st Packages earn their place: we can arrange your transatlantic or transpacific flights, hotel nights in your embarkation city before you board, transfers between the airport and the port, any tours you want to add, and travel insurance, all on one booking. You deal with us once and arrive at the ship with everything confirmed.

For the small share of sailings that do depart closer to home — including the occasional transatlantic crossing — America cruises departing from the UK and America cruises from Southampton cover those options in more detail. If you are open to a broader Americas departure, America cruises in 2027 and America cruises in 2026 bring together sailings across all lines and departure points for those years.

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, ABTA and ATOL protected, with a Trustpilot rating of 4.5/5 from over 7,000 reviews. Our expert advice is available before you book — real cruise specialists who know these itineraries and can tell you which ship suits which route, which cabin grade works for a 14-night Alaska one-way, and how to piece the flights and hotels together without stress.

Related Sailing Options Worth Exploring

If Alaska is your priority, cruises from Vancouver to Alaska and Canadian departures from Vancouver narrow things down usefully. For a transatlantic approach to the US, transatlantic cruises cover the ocean crossing itself. Fans of extended voyages might also look at world cruises from Southampton, where the Americas feature as part of a much longer itinerary. And if Central or South America is calling, Central America cruises and South America cruises from Southampton are worth a look alongside our South America cruises in 2027 and South America cruises in 2028 pages.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.