Pacific Coastal Cruise Deals
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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Los Angeles
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Day 6Los Angeles
Queen Elizabeth - Cunard Line
Elegant with plenty of opportunities for formal dressing
Varied enrichment program
Sense of occasion on every cruise
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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Victoria
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Monterey
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Day 6Santa Barbara
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Day 7San Diego
Amsterdam - Holland America Line
Pro
Fabulous entertainment, despite ship's small size
Con
Not much variety of dining
Bottom Line
Great value for bucket-list itineraries
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Catalina Island (California)
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Day 3Ensenada
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Day 4Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 5San Francisco
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Day 6San Francisco
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Day 7Monterey
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Day 8Santa Barbara
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Day 9Los Angeles
Regatta - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Outstanding service on a ship that's a foodie's dream come true
Cons
In rough seas, movement is quite noticeable
Bottom Line
A smaller ship that's big on creature comforts
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Santa Barbara
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Astoria, Oregon
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Day 7Victoria
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Day 8Vancouver
Island Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Comfortable, mid-sized ship; peaceful adults-only sun deck; good variety of food.
Cons
Ship generally feels cramped; bathrooms and standard balconies are also small.
Bottom Line
Ideal for those looking for a traditional cruise ship experience with no surprises.
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Santa Barbara
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Day 3San Francisco
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Day 4Monterey
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Day 5Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 6Catalina Island (California)
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Day 7Ensenada
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Day 8Los Angeles
Sirena - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Cozy, small ship with excellent cuisine
Cons
Standard cabins are small; weak enrichment program
Bottom Line
Port-intensive itineraries in an upmarket setting
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Catalina Island (California)
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Day 3Ensenada
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Day 4Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 5San Francisco
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Day 6San Francisco
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Day 7Monterey
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Day 8Santa Barbara
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Day 9Los Angeles
Regatta - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Outstanding service on a ship that's a foodie's dream come true
Cons
In rough seas, movement is quite noticeable
Bottom Line
A smaller ship that's big on creature comforts
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- Ship Details

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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Catalina Island (California)
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Day 3Ensenada
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Day 4Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 5San Francisco
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Day 6Monterey
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Day 7Santa Barbara
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Day 8Los Angeles
Sirena - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Cozy, small ship with excellent cuisine
Cons
Standard cabins are small; weak enrichment program
Bottom Line
Port-intensive itineraries in an upmarket setting
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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Seattle
Eurodam - Holland America Line
Pros
Midsized ship with great dining, entertainment and enrichment options, and good service
Cons
Busy Lido Market and spa reception; tired Club HAL spaces for kids; challenging internet
Bottom Line
Perfect combination of modern amenities and entertainment with traditional ship ambiance
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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Seattle
Eurodam - Holland America Line
Pros
Midsized ship with great dining, entertainment and enrichment options, and good service
Cons
Busy Lido Market and spa reception; tired Club HAL spaces for kids; challenging internet
Bottom Line
Perfect combination of modern amenities and entertainment with traditional ship ambiance
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- Ship Details

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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Santa Barbara
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Astoria, Oregon
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Day 7Victoria
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Day 8Vancouver
Island Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Comfortable, mid-sized ship; peaceful adults-only sun deck; good variety of food.
Cons
Ship generally feels cramped; bathrooms and standard balconies are also small.
Bottom Line
Ideal for those looking for a traditional cruise ship experience with no surprises.
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- Ship Details

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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Santa Barbara
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Astoria, Oregon
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Day 7Victoria
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Day 8Vancouver
Island Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Comfortable, mid-sized ship; peaceful adults-only sun deck; good variety of food.
Cons
Ship generally feels cramped; bathrooms and standard balconies are also small.
Bottom Line
Ideal for those looking for a traditional cruise ship experience with no surprises.
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Day 1San Francisco
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Day 2Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 3Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 4Cabo San Lucas
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Day 5Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 6Acapulco
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Day 7Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 8Puerto Quetzal (Antigua)
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Day 9Corinto
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Day 10Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
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Day 11Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 12Panama Canal
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Day 13Cartagena (Spain)
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Day 14Caribbean Sea (Cruising)
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Day 15Cruising
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Day 16Miami
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Day 17Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 18Charleston
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Day 19Charleston
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Day 20Atlantic Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 21New York (Manhattan)
Insignia - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Excellent food and attentive service accompany an intimate and mature atmosphere onboard.
Cons
Activities are few, which can prove either relaxing or slightly dull.
Bottom Line
Insignia is a small, quiet and comfortable ship oriented toward adults.
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Day 1San Diego
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Day 2Santa Barbara
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Victoria
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Day 7Vancouver
Nieuw Amsterdam - Holland America Line
Pro
Unique entertainment options and a high standard of service that sets it apart
Con
Overcrowded at times and occasionally inconsistent fee-based dining
Bottom Line
A great choice for a pampered, laid-back vacation -- particularly for music lovers
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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Seattle
Amsterdam - Holland America Line
Pro
Fabulous entertainment, despite ship's small size
Con
Not much variety of dining
Bottom Line
Great value for bucket-list itineraries
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Vancouver
Coral Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Intimate atmosphere with attentive service
Cons
Limited onboard activities, outnumbered by up charges
Bottom Line
Ship's small size and offbeat itineraries tend to draw a more mature crowd
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2San Diego
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Victoria
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Day 6Vancouver
Ruby Princess - Princess Cruises
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
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Day 1Los Angeles
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Vancouver
Star Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Activities and cuisine are themed around the ship's itinerary.
Cons
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.
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Day 1San Diego
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Victoria
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Day 5Vancouver
Koningsdam - Holland America Line
Pros
Outstanding service, exceptional cuisine, great entertainment options
Cons
Music Walk does not have a clear identity and needs individual rooms
Bottom Line
Most luxurious HAL ship will appeal to many types of cruisers
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Day 1San Francisco
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Day 2Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 3Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 4Cabo San Lucas
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Day 5Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 6Acapulco
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Day 7Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 8Puerto Quetzal (Antigua)
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Day 9Corinto
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Day 10Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
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Day 11Pacific Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 12Panama Canal
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Day 13Cartagena (Spain)
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Day 14Caribbean Sea (Cruising)
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Day 15Cruising
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Day 16Miami
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Day 17Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 18Charleston
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Day 19Charleston
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Day 20Atlantic Ocean (Cruising)
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Day 21New York (Manhattan)
Insignia - Oceania Cruises
Pros
Excellent food and attentive service accompany an intimate and mature atmosphere onboard.
Cons
Activities are few, which can prove either relaxing or slightly dull.
Bottom Line
Insignia is a small, quiet and comfortable ship oriented toward adults.
- Itinerary
- Ship Details

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Day 1Vancouver
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4San Francisco
Queen Elizabeth - Cunard Line
Elegant with plenty of opportunities for formal dressing
Varied enrichment program
Sense of occasion on every cruise