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Princess Cruises Resumes Summer Caribbean Cruises in 2018

Departures from Ft. Lauderdale Open for Sale Dec. 1 with Special Captain's Circle Savings


SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (Nov. 23, 2016) – Forthe first time in four years, PrincessCruiseswill offer Summer Caribbean cruises including PanamaCanaltransits in 2018. The 3,192-guest Caribbean Princess returns to sail ona full summer season of voyages ranging from seven-day Eastern and WesternCaribbean to a 20-day Caribbean and Panama Canal Explorer. All Summer Caribbean cruises are open forsale Dec. 1.


The 2018 April to October summer programfeatures 47 departures, roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, including eight uniqueitineraries visiting 23 destinations in 22 countries. In addition, four portsoffer late night stays so guests have more time to explore the eveningofferings these destinations have to offer.


New for 2018, 20-day Caribbean and PanamaExplorer voyages combine a 10-day Panama cruise and a 10-day Southern CaribbeanMedley or Eastern Caribbean Voyager cruise. Princess Cruises takes more gueststhrough this engineering marvel than other cruise line.


"Summertime is the prime vacation season formost Americans and we're happy to offer the Caribbean in 2018," said JanSwartz, Princess Cruises president. "We have award-winning itineraries ofvarious lengths so families, honeymooners, couples, friends and travelers alikecan get away to explore new places, reconnect with one another and ultimately‘come back new' with Princess."


Caribbean cruise highlights for SummerCaribbean 2018, roundtrip out of Ft. Lauderdale, include:


Eastern Caribbean (7 days) – Guestscan enjoy an adventurous week in the Caribbean, including calls at the ports ofPrincessCays,St. Thomas, Grand Turk or Amber Cove with a multitude of water activities tochoose from. Sailings depart May 26; June 9, 23; July 7, 21; August 4,18; andSeptember 1.


Western Caribbean (7 days) –Alternating with the Eastern Caribbean voyages, this itinerary features callsat Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Roatan and Belize highlighting the Mayan culture andhistory of the region. CaribbeanPrincesssets sail on this route on May 19; June 2, 16, 30; July 14, 28; and August 11,25.


Guests can combine these popular seven-dayEastern and Western Caribbean voyages, for a 14-day Caribbean East/WestAdventure.


Southern Caribbean (8 days) – For amore in-depth experience, one Southern Caribbean cruise will be offered withstops in Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire; departs May 11.


Eastern Caribbean Voyager (10 days) – For morerelaxation time, guests will enjoy an extended Eastern Caribbean cruise,visiting Princess Cays, St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Lucia, Barbados, St.Kitts.Cruises depart May1 and September 28.


Southern Caribbean Medley (10 days) – Forthose looking for deeper exploration, guests can travel to the beautifulbeaches in the Southern Caribbean, including Princess Cays, St. Thomas,Dominica, Grenada, Bonaire and Curacao. Departures on April 11; September 8 andOctober 18.


Panama Canal with Costa Rica (10 days) –Transiting the new Agua Clara Locks with a Panama Canal partial transit,including a day of scenic cruising through Gatun Lake, guests will also visitGrand Cayman, Cartagena, Colon, Costa Rica (Límon) and Falmouth (Jamaica).Sailings depart April 1, 21; Sept. 18; and Oct. 8.


Guests can combine the cruise line'ssignature 10-day Panama Canal voyage with the 10-day Southern Caribbean Medleyor Eastern Caribbean Voyager for the ultimate 20-day cruise vacation.


Captain's Circle Savings


Princess Cruises past guests are eligible fora special promotion when they book before August 31, 2017. Captain's Circlemembers booking a seven- to 10-day cruise, will receive a savings of $50 perperson and those booking a 14- or 20-day cruise will save $100 per guest (doesapply to third and fourth berth guests).


More Ashore and Top-Ranked Shore Excursions


Offering guests more time to explore localcultures and culinary offerings, select itineraries in the Caribbean offerextended stays in Aruba, Curacao, Cozumel and St. Maarten with departures of 9pm or later.


Through the cruise line's exclusivepartnership with Discovery and Animal Planet, guests can choose from immersiveexcursions for the whole family, including:


  • America'sCup Yacht Race (St. Maarten) – Discovery Recommended

  • AntillaShipwreck Snorkel (Aruba) – Discovery Recommended

  • MayanRuins at Tulum (Cozumel) – Discovery Recommended

  • SlothSanctuary in Costa Rica (Límon) – Animal Planet Exclusive


Locally-Inspired Onboard Events


While guests sail aboard Caribbean Princessthey will continue to enjoy the destinations they visit with the followingofferings:


  • Locally-inspiredcuisine, such as Caribbean island-spiced chicken

  • Festivalsof the World – live entertainment celebrating Mardi Gras and Festival de Panama(Panama Canal cruises)

  • SteelDrum Lessons, Local Crafts, Talk Like a Pirate Day, Rum Tastings

  • Livenarratives while sailing through the Gatun Locks (Panama Canal)

  • DiscoveryEncounters – local guest speakers sharing authentic stories and passion fortheir homelands


Club ClassMini-Suites


Summer2018 Caribbean Princess guests can choose a new premium stateroom categoryfeaturing VIP amenities and exclusive dining with the newClub Class Mini-Suite. This elevated mini-suitecategory features select perks including newClub Class Dining, a reserveddining area with expedited seating and expanded menu options; priorityembarkation and disembarkation; complimentary wine and luxurious bathrobes.


Additionalinformation about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travelagent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company'swebsite at princess.com.



About Princess Cruises:
One of thebest-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise line and tourcompany operating a fleet of 17 modern cruise ships renowned for theirinnovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment andamenities, all provided with the experience of exceptional customer service. Arecognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.7 million guestseach year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150itineraries ranging in length from three to 111 days. The company is part ofCarnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).


Newsroom:
Additionalmedia information is available at princess.com/news.


For further information contact:
Brea Burkholz,661-753-1542, bburkholz@princesscruises.com


Negin Kamali, 661-753-1539, nkamali@princesscruises.com


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