Sky Princess Departs Southampton on
August 8, 2026;
Bookings Open May 23,
2024
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LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 3, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Astrotourism is top of mind for travelers making
special trips for phenomenal experiences in the sky—and with the
recent "take-your-breath-away" total solar eclipse, thousands of
cruisers onboard Emerald Princess and Discovery Princess off the
coast of Mexico caught a glimpse
of the astounding total darkness event.
The next, not-to-be-missed total solar eclipse takes place on
August 12, 2026, and once again a
Princess cruise ship will be perfectly positioned, this time in
northern Spain, to witness this
bucket list event - two minutes and 18 seconds of totality. The
3,660-guest Sky Princess departs Southampton August 8,
2026, on a 14-day Mediterranean cruise, highlighted with
total eclipse viewing while the ship is in its path at sea off the
coast of Spain.
"The best way to see a total solar eclipse is via cruise ship,
and our guests who recently experienced this rare occurrence on
Discovery Princess and Emerald Princess were simply blown away,"
said John Padgett, Princess Cruises
president. "We make it easy for guests to come aboard, relax and
meet other eclipse enthusiasts. It's truly a special
opportunity."
The Total Eclipse Sky Princess Voyage goes on sale
May 23, 2024, with rates starting at
$2,199* per person. During the
eclipse, Sky Princess guests will gather on the top decks with
Princess safety glasses for viewing, as well as enjoy lectures from
astronomy experts, themed treats and drinks, stargazing at night,
solar system trivia and more.
This incredible, 14-day Mediterranean cruise sailing takes place
August 8-22, 2026, roundtrip from
Southampton (London), and visits seven historical and
vibrant ports, including:
- Cherbourg, France - one
of France's greatest ports with
art and history museums, its basilica, the Ravalet castle and the
Cité de la Mer maritime museum.
- Bilbao, Spain – located
in northern Spain, Bilbao is surrounded by green mountains and is
the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled
downtown. It's famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao.
- Malaga, Spain - famous
as Picasso's birthplace and the gateway to Spain's Costa del Sol, Malaga mixes warm
vacation vibes with Andalusia's indomitable spirit.
- Cartagena, Spain - founded by the Carthaginians
around 220 B.C., the city boomed
during the Roman period. Among its many Roman ruins are a
1st-century B.C. theater and Casa de la Fortuna, a villa with
murals and mosaics.
- Gibraltar – this
British Overseas Territory and headland is located on Spain's south coast. It's dominated by the
Rock of Gibraltar, a 1,398-foot
limestone ridge.
- Lisbon, Portugal – the
capital and largest city of Portugal, Lisbon is mainland Europe's westernmost capital city and the only
one along the Atlantic coast.
- La Coruña, Spain – in
the Galicia region of northwest Spain, it's known for its Roman lighthouse,
the Tower of Hercules, which has sweeping coastal views.
"Our recent solar eclipse cruises were completely sold out so
interested guests should book this Sky Princess cruise as soon as
it opens on May 23. It truly will be
an experience to remember," Padgett added.
More 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.
*Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses not included
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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