Princess Cruises is Adding Celebration Key to its Caribbean Sailings

Princess Cruises announced that it will add calls to Celebration Key starting in November 2026, becoming the second major cruise line to visit Carnival Corporation’s newest private destination on Grand Bahama Island.

A large white and blue Princess Cruises ship sails on calm, clear blue ocean water under a bright sky with scattered clouds. Multiple decks and rows of balconies promise stunning views on unforgettable Caribbean sailings.

Star Princess Makes First Princess Call

Star Princess will make Princess’s first call to Celebration Key on November 1, 2026, followed by Regal Princess on November 9.

Four additional Princess ships, Caribbean Princess, Enchanted Princess, Sky Princess, and Sun Princess, will visit the destination throughout the 2026-27 and 2027-28 Caribbean seasons.

Carnival Cruise Line made the first call to Celebration Key in July 2025, marking the official opening of the Bahamian destination.

Two large cruise ships, including the Mardi Gras, are docked side by side at Celebration Key’s pier on clear turquoise water. A coastal resort, sandy beaches, and lush greenery grace the background under a mostly clear sky.

The 160-acre island features over a mile of beaches, five distinct zones catering to families and adults, and more than 30 dining and beverage venues.

Purpose-built by Carnival Corporation, it is the largest private destination project ever undertaken by the company.

“We’re incredibly excited to bring our guests an expanded Caribbean season filled with more of what they love – sun-soaked destinations, immersive experiences, and the elegance of our two newest Sphere-class ships,” said Jim Berra, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer.

Expanded Caribbean Program from Five Ports

A scenic view of San Juan, Puerto Rico, featuring the historic fortress of El Morro and vibrant buildings along the coastline. The image captures lush greenery and the blue ocean under a clear sky, highlighting popular cruise itineraries that often include a stop at San Juan Pier.

Princess’s 2027-28 Caribbean season runs from October 2027 through April 2028, with nine ships sailing itineraries ranging from four to 15 days. The program visits 31 destinations across the Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean, including 22 unique islands and 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The cruise line will sail from five homeports: Miami (a new addition), Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, New York, and San Juan. 

This season marks the first time Princess’s two newest Sphere-class ships, Star Princess and Sun Princess, will both sail Caribbean itineraries, including Star Princess’s inaugural homeport season from Port Canaveral.

Panama Canal Cruises Continue

A large cargo ship moves through a canal lock system, with another vessel docked on the right—an impressive scene often encountered during Caribbean Sailings. The area is surrounded by water, buildings, and hills beneath a cloudy sky.
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Princess will operate Panama Canal cruises from September 2027 through April 2028 on five ships: Caribbean Princess, Island Princess, Coral Princess, Emerald Princess, and Star Princess. 

Itineraries include roundtrip sailings from Fort Lauderdale and ocean-to-ocean voyages between Los Angeles or Vancouver and Fort Lauderdale or Port Canaveral, visiting 21 destinations across nine countries.

Sailings go on sale starting December 17. 

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Frank is a seasoned travel journalist with over a decade of experience covering hospitality, cruise, and air travel. He has traveled extensively by land, sea, and air, collaborating with industry giants like Marriott, Hyatt, Disney, and Carnival Corp. His work has been featured in major international and industry publications across four continents.
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