As a result of rising recognition of astrotourism, Princess Cruises is capitalizing on this development by providing cruises particularly positioned to view celestial occasions. Their latest cruise allowed passengers to witness a complete photo voltaic eclipse, and their subsequent alternative can be on a 14-day Mediterranean cruise departing in August 2026 the place the ship can be stationed off the coast of Spain to view one other complete photo voltaic eclipse.
“The easiest way to see a complete photo voltaic eclipse is through cruise ship, and our company who lately skilled this uncommon prevalence on Discovery Princess and Emerald Princess had been merely blown away,” stated John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “We make it simple for company to return aboard, chill out and meet different eclipse fans. It’s actually a particular alternative.”
The Whole Eclipse Sky Princess Voyage goes on sale Could 23, 2024, with charges beginning at $2,199* per particular person. In the course of the eclipse, Sky Princess company will collect on the highest decks with Princess security glasses for viewing, in addition to take pleasure in lectures from astronomy consultants, themed treats and drinks, stargazing at evening, photo voltaic system trivia and extra.
This unimaginable, 14-day Mediterranean cruise crusing takes place August 8-22, 2026, roundtrip from Southampton (London), and visits seven historic and vibrant ports, together with:
- Cherbourg, France – certainly one of France’s biggest ports with artwork and historical past museums, its basilica, the Ravalet citadel and the Cité de la Mer maritime museum.
- Bilbao, Spain – positioned in northern Spain, Bilbao is surrounded by inexperienced mountains and is the de facto capital of Basque Nation, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
- Malaga, Spain – well-known as Picasso’s birthplace and the gateway to Spain’s Costa del Sol, Malaga mixes heat trip vibes with Andalusia’s indomitable spirit.
- Cartagena, Spain – based by the Carthaginians round 220 B.C., the town boomed throughout the Roman interval. Amongst its many Roman ruins are a 1st-century B.C. theater and Casa de la Fortuna, a villa with murals and mosaics.
- Gibraltar – this British Abroad Territory and headland is positioned on Spain’s south coast. It’s dominated by the Rock of Gibraltar, a 1,398-foot limestone ridge.
- Lisbon, Portugal – the capital and largest metropolis of Portugal, Lisbon is mainland Europe‘s westernmost capital metropolis and the one one alongside the Atlantic coast.
- La Coruña, Spain – within the Galicia area of northwest Spain, it’s identified for its Roman lighthouse, the Tower of Hercules, which has sweeping coastal views.
“Our latest photo voltaic eclipse cruises had been fully bought out so company ought to e-book this Sky Princess cruise as quickly because it opens on Could 23. It actually can be an expertise to recollect,” Padgett added.
Extra details about Princess Cruises is obtainable by means of an expert journey advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.
*Taxes, Charges and Port Bills not included
