Pacific Coastal Cruise Deals

Pro

Indoor solarium and pool ideal in bad weather

Con

A variety of dining options, but most for an additional fee

Bottom Line

A comfortable way to cross the Panama Canal or sail into some sun

Pro: Out-of-this-world service, fabulous enrichment activities, inclusive fares

Pro: Out-of-this-world service, fabulous enrichment activities, inclusive fares

Con: Can feel clubby with older, repeat passengers and formal atmosphere

Con: Can feel clubby with older, repeat passengers and formal atmosphere

Bottom Line: You'll be pampered but never bored on luxury's largest ship

Bottom Line: You'll be pampered but never bored on luxury's largest ship

Pro

A wealth of facilities, activities and entertainment for every generation

Con

The high passenger capacity means queuing is inevitable

Bottom Line

With a broad range of activities, Explorer has something for everyone, from active cruisers to families

Pro

A wealth of facilities, activities and entertainment for every generation

Con

The high passenger capacity means queuing is inevitable

Bottom Line

With a broad range of activities, Explorer has something for everyone, from active cruisers to families

Pro

A wealth of facilities, activities and entertainment for every generation

Con

The high passenger capacity means queuing is inevitable

Bottom Line

With a broad range of activities, Explorer has something for everyone, from active cruisers to families

Pro

Gorgeous ship with excellent food and lots of live music

Con

Many of dining venues and activities cost extra

Bottom Line

A sophisticated ship that offers plenty of fun activities like go-karts and water slides

Pro

A wealth of facilities, activities and entertainment for every generation

Con

The high passenger capacity means queuing is inevitable

Bottom Line

With a broad range of activities, Explorer has something for everyone, from active cruisers to families

Pro

Activities and cuisine are themed around the ship's itinerary.

Con

Nightlife and evening entertainment can be lacking, especially the main stage shows.

Bottom Line

Enrichment, food and drink are strong suits, but you need port days to keep from getting bored.

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro

Offers affordable mix of sailings from the U.S. West Coast

Con

Older ship shows signs of wear; crowded public spaces

Bottom Line

Great choice for older couples and multigenerational groups

Pros

Excellent service and array of dining and entertainment options

Cons

Upselling is a bit excessive

Bottom Line

Friendly ship, with more free dining and activities than for-fee alternatives

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro

Offers affordable mix of sailings from the U.S. West Coast

Con

Older ship shows signs of wear; crowded public spaces

Bottom Line

Great choice for older couples and multigenerational groups

Pro

Sixteen dining options provide an excellent variety

Con

Lacks popular aft pool found on other Princess ships

Bottom Line

Classy, modern ship with a traditional air

Pro: Out-of-this-world service, fabulous enrichment activities, inclusive fares

Pro: Out-of-this-world service, fabulous enrichment activities, inclusive fares

Con: Can feel clubby with older, repeat passengers and formal atmosphere

Con: Can feel clubby with older, repeat passengers and formal atmosphere

Bottom Line: You'll be pampered but never bored on luxury's largest ship

Bottom Line: You'll be pampered but never bored on luxury's largest ship

Pro

Activities and cuisine are themed around the ship's itinerary.

Con

Nightlife and evening entertainment can be lacking, especially the main stage shows.

Bottom Line

Enrichment, food and drink are strong suits, but you need port days to keep from getting bored.

Pro

Activities and cuisine are themed around the ship's itinerary.

Con

Nightlife and evening entertainment can be lacking, especially the main stage shows.

Bottom Line

Enrichment, food and drink are strong suits, but you need port days to keep from getting bored.