Saturday, July 20, 2024
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Emerald Princess arrives in Boston on July 14 for its first homeport season, offering scenic voyages to Canada and New England with luxurious amenities and activities.
Boston is set to welcome its latest hometown cruise ship on Sunday, July 14, and this isn’t just any vessel – it’s the iconic Love Boat. Princess Cruises, renowned globally, is introducing the 3,080-passenger Emerald Princess to Flynn Cruiseport Boston, marking the start of its inaugural season for scenic Canada & New England voyages. This season includes an extraordinary chance to explore the world’s largest island, Greenland.
The Emerald Princess offers 10 Canada & New England cruises, ranging from seven to 17 days. Guests will be enchanted by the vibrant fall foliage showcasing deep reds, purples, oranges, and yellows, along with colonial history, picturesque lighthouses, and the pleasure of fresh seafood in charming seaside towns. Additionally, there is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit three ports in Greenland, renowned for its breathtaking fjords and diverse wildlife.
“The debut of Emerald Princess for our maiden Boston season celebrates a convenient new home port for New Englanders and beyond to set sail on a premium cruise at an exceptional value, especially when compared to land-based vacations,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “Our presence also generates substantial revenue for local businesses from our guests and crew, as we’ll bring upwards of 30,000 cruisers to experience all that Boston has to offer.”
The Emerald Princess will be offering an array of cruises from Boston between July 14 and October 7, 2024, including:
Canada & New England – Seven Days: This roundtrip voyage from Boston includes stops at Halifax, Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), and either Portland or Bar Harbor. Departure dates are July 14, 21, 28, and August 4, 2024.
Classic Canada & New England – 10 Days: Departing from Boston to Québec, this itinerary features visits to Portland, Saint John (for the Bay of Fundy), Halifax, Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), and Saguenay. Departure dates are August 28, September 17, and October 7, 2024. Additionally, two cruises will sail the reverse route from Québec to Boston, departing on September 7 and 27, 2024.
Greenland & Canada – 17 Days: This roundtrip journey from Boston will visit three ports in Greenland—Nuuk, Qaqortoq, and Nanortalik—along with stops at Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Corner Brook, St. Anthony (Newfoundland), and St. John’s (Newfoundland). The cruise departs on August 11, 2024.
“It is our longstanding partnerships with renowned cruise lines such as Princess Cruises that solidify our position as a premier east coast port and tourism destination,” said Lauren Gleason, Massachusetts Port Authority Interim Port Director & Chief Administrative Officer. “We wish Princess Cruises success as they expand their presence in the region with this inaugural homeport season offering sailings from July – October to Canada/New England. We appreciate Princess Cruises’ continued support as each Emerald Princess visit will provide substantial economic impact in both revenue and jobs throughout Massachusetts and New England.”
The stunning Emerald Princess features elegantly designed staterooms, world-class dining, spectacular performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, unique experiences, and a wide range of activities.
Regardless of the itinerary, Princess Cruises ensures a premium vacation with their acclaimed Princess MedallionClass experience, offering exceptional service and personalized touches. Guests aboard a Princess cruise can benefit from inclusive packages such as Princess Plus and Princess Premier. These packages include popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, and crew gratuities, providing savings of up to 65% compared to purchasing these amenities separately.