Princess Cruises Deepens Connection in the Caribbean & Panama Canal with Epic 2027-28 Voyages

Fresh from a season of innovation, Princess Cruises unveils its largest-ever and most diverse Caribbean line-up for the newly announced 2027-28 season—bringing guests to the heart of tropical wonder and engineering marvels like never before.

Celebration Key™ Debuts as the Ultimate Exclusive Caribbean Destination

Caribbean dreams get a fresh spin as Princess introduces port calls to the brand-new Celebration Key™, debuting November 1, 2026, with the inaugural visit from Star Princess. Purpose-built on Grand Bahama Island and designed for both adventure and relaxation, Celebration Key offers crystal-clear lagoons, more than a mile of pristine shoreline, and over 30 dining and beverage venues—making it the largest project ever undertaken by Carnival Corporation.

Guests can soak up the magic in five distinct areas:

• Paradise Plaza™: The inviting heart of the island, alive with Bahamian spirit and charm.
• Starfish Lagoon™: Family fun reigns with enormous freshwater lagoons, splash pads, slides, and casual beachside dining.
• Calypso Lagoon™: Adults-only escapes await with swim-up bars, vibrant social spots, and lagoon-side relaxation.
• Pearl Cove Beach Club™: Infinity pool luxury, premium dining, and white-sand serenity, perfect for indulgence.
• Lokono Cove™: A colorful village for shopping, local crafts, and authentic keepsakes.

Caribbean Season: 187 Departures, 43 Itineraries, 31 Destinations

Spanning October 2027–April 2028, Princess’ Caribbean program features:

• 187 departures on nine ships, including the first regional season for Star Princess and Sun Princess, plus Caribbean Princess, Coral Princess, Emerald Princess, Enchanted Princess, Island Princess, Regal Princess, and Sky Princess.
• 43 itineraries from four to 15 days.
• 31 destinations including 13 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 22 unique islands (Eastern, Western, Southern Caribbean).
• Five homeports: Miami (new!), Ft. Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, New York, and San Juan.
• Extended “More Ashore” stays in Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao for rich, immersive experiences.

Panama Canal Season: Iconic Ocean-to-Ocean Journeys

Continuing its legacy since 1967, Princess strengthens its status as a Panama Canal leader:

• 22 departures, 9 itineraries (September 2027–April 2028) aboard Caribbean Princess, Island Princess, Coral Princess, Emerald Princess, and Star Princess.
• Ocean-to-ocean sailings from Los Angeles or Vancouver to East Coast favorites.
• 21 destinations in nine countries, featuring seven UNESCO sites, including Cartagena and Panamá’s historic district.
• More Ashore stays in Cartagena, Aruba, Puerto Amador, and more.

Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer Jim Berra says, “Celebration Key is an extraordinary destination oasis and adding it to our itineraries gives guests even more ways to savor the Caribbean. Our expanded season is designed for easy-going adventures, local flavor, and memorable experiences—turning cruises into days well spent and well shared.”

Ready to chart a new course for adventure? Learn more at Princess Cruises’ dedicated Celebration Key page or explore the full program and book at Princess Cruises.