Princess Cruises - CA & New England

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The summer and fall seasons in New England and eastern Canada are a time of sensory celebration. Sun-drenched days bring the feel of a satisfying, long-held exhale to local towns and cities. Treks through mountain parks and walks through historic sites fill days with fascination. By evening, leisurely waterside dinners are punctuated by the crack of crimson-red shells and bites of butter-drizzled lobster meat. In autumn, the energy shifts; age-old instincts set in, to savor the last warm days, the fruits of the harvest and the autumnal hues that alight on the expansive forestland. Princess® provides a sweeping exploration during Canada and New England's prime months. These cruises escort travelers along a trail of quaint seaside towns where stories of the past are palpable. They visit Canadian cities where the elegant foods and wines plus UNESCO World Heritage Sites will make you feel like you woke up in France.

This summer marks the beginning of an exciting expansion in these itineraries, timed to coincide with America's 250th birthday: Exclusively with Princess, cruisers can sail to Norfolk, Virginia—a gateway to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in the Americas. These itineraries also sail to Charleston, South Carolina, where Fort Sumter and Patriots Point are among the must-see historic sites.

Adding to the variety of experiences Princess presents with these itineraries are intriguing ports across eastern Canada. In Nova Scotia, stroll along Halifax's scenic waterfront, then wander the serene Public Gardens, a local point of pride since 1867. Be romanced in Québec City, where everything from the architecture (cobblestone streets, cozy pedestrian-only squares and imposing historic maisons, for example) to the European cuisine convey the city's strong French ties. On Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown is a vibrant small town to explore on foot, and also an ideal gateway from which to visit "Anne's Land"—the historic home of Lucy Maud Montgomery, the author of the famed novel Anne of Green Gables. This farmhouse-turned-museum is the real-life inspiration for many of Montgomery's celebrated stories.

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Historic Canada

Princess Cruises' Canada & New England cruisetours combine the ease and excitement of cruising with experiences that can only be had on land. Before or after exploring nature-rich, dynamic and deeply historic ports, these cruisetours add in stays and activities in iconic inland cities. Visits to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.; up-close views of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia; and a drive to the Civil War battlefield in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania are among the historic encounters you can expect to have on these land and sea adventures.

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Old World-style villages in Eastern Canada

The port of Saguenay, Canada, is an entryway to a world of Québec's beauty and timeless charm. It's located along the winding, cliff-lined and unequivocally stunning Saguenay Fjord Route, set amid mountains and centuries-old villages. Each town has a distinctly French atmosphere and plentiful postcard-ready photo ops. Take an excursion to hike through wildlife-rich, 123,000-square-mile Saguenay National Park. From St. John in New Brunswick, take a scenic drive to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, where independently owned shops, artisan studios and mom-and-pop eateries beckon to visitors with their cheery storefronts and colorful, breeze-blown flags. Then witness the Reversing Rapids—a unique phenomenon in Fallsview Park, where the Bay of Fundy's mighty tides meet the rushing Saint John River.

Nostalgic coastal Maine

In Portland, walk through the charming seaside village of Kennebunkport, stopping to explore boutique shops and art galleries. Pay a visit to the iconic Victoria Mansion, a National Historic Landmark with opulent, original interiors and intricate stained glass windows. Explore the city's vibrant downtown, with dozens of art galleries, theaters and live music venues—plus a wide range of independent shops and boutiques for a bit of retail therapy. Snap frame-worthy photos of lighthouses set along the rocky coast, or see the picturesque shores up close via a schooner adventure.

Authentic dining at sea

Princess crafts its onboard menus to reflect the flavors of the regions it sails. This means you'll be treated to delicacies like crab cakes made with locally sourced ingredients; fresh lobster; creamy clam chowder; and wild blueberry pie on Canada & New England itineraries. Of course, with the wide selection of included and specialty dining restaurants aboard Princess' ships, it's easy to switch it up when the mood strikes. Italian, steakhouse, Japanese, fast-casual, vegetarian and gluten-free options are all at your fingertips, on your schedule, with Princess' personalized dining approach.

Can't-miss coastal flavors

Coastal New England and Eastern Canada are just about synonymous with incredible eating. Succulent Maine lobster (fluffy roll optional, generous melted butter mandatory); tender, sweet Prince Edward Island mussels; and briny, supple oysters caught off the coast of Martha's Vineyard are just the beginning of the regional seafood specialties that are worth a trip all by themselves. Look forward to mouthwatering dishes in every port—served at ambiance-rich raw bars, vista-blessed harbor-side eateries, fine dining restaurants and cozy pubs. Sweet-toothed travelers should be on the lookout for buttery fudge, candies infused with locally harvested and distilled maple syrup and expert apple pies—potentially served with a scoop of that famous wild blueberry ice cream.

Vibrant shades of nature

Princess' Canada & New England cruises sail between June and October. The summer months are an exciting time in these regions, with long days, beach- and boating-ready weather, peak wildlife sightings (including whales) and emerald-green mountain views.

Marble House in Newport, RI, the former summer cottage of the Vanderbilts

The Portland Head Light in Portland, Maine

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The Statue of Liberty, New York, NY

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Paul Revere statue in Boston, Mass.

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Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

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Samuel Adams statue in Boston, Mass.

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Central Park, New York City, New York

Ports in Nova Scotia—from cosmopolitan Halifax to the emerald forests and pebbled beaches of Cape Breton—and pastoral Prince Edward Island give a glimpse into the varied landscapes of the world’s second-largest country. And Princess’ expanded options along the Atlantic coastline mean you can sail as far north as tundral Greenland; to Norfolk, Virginia, with access to historic Yorktown, where the fate of the nation was sealed during the American Revolution; and even as far south as charming Charleston, South Carolina. The line’s cruisetours, which add in stays and tours in iconic inland cities before or after your cruise, take discovery of these regions to yet another level. It's little wonder that Porthole Magazine chose Princess as the line with the best Canada & New England itineraries in 2023.

Nuuk Fjord, Greenland

From New York's Ellis Island, where the "huddled masses" arrived in pursuit of the American dream; to Boston's Paul Revere House, Bunker Hill Monument and other Freedom Trail landmarks, Princess's New England cruises open the door to a deeper understanding of events that have shaped the U.S. over the centuries. In Newport, Rhode Island, tour opulent velvet- and gold-adorned mansions where Vanderbilts and other tycoons elevated decadence to a competitive sport in the late 19th century. (The HBO show "Gilded Age" was filmed on location in six of the Newport mansions—all open for tours.)

Salt-scented air, blueberry ice cream (made with Maine's signature wild blueberries, of course) and "wicked" beautiful lighthouses are among the joys of coastal Maine.

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Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. (left); Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (right)

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Quinoa with fruit from World Fresh Marketplace

Roasted shrimp in a spicy sauce from Bayou Cafe

Starting in September, the verdant forests turn to flamboyant shades of red, yellow and orange, creating a dazzling, technicolor blanket spread across the hills and mountains. At times, you can witness the vibrant foliage right from the decks of the ship. The air gains a crispness as the harvest season arrives, along with apple picking and its accompanying ciders and pies, plus all things pumpkin.

Central Park, New York, New York

Boating in Newport, Rhode Island (left); Autumn in Montréal, Québec (right)

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