Premium cruise operator Princess Cruises’ Diamond Princess will sail through the Pacific Ocean in February. While inside cabins start at £1,599 (~€1,856) (£1,599 (~US$2,009)), you may want to look out from a window for just £1,869 (~€2,170) (£1,869 (~US$2,349)). The prices include taxes and fees, full service. Prepaid tips would add additional US$310 (~€291). However, you can adjust the tip to your liking.
In most cases, Logitravel gives you a £100 (~€116) discount per cabin. However, Japan’s international fee of JP¥1,000 (~€6) is not included in the price.
The fare includes a full-board meal, with access to the buffet restaurant, and in the evening dinner. Daytime and evening activities are also included.
The Route
The ship will sail through beautiful places like Hawaii or the Mariana Islands. This is the exact schedule:
- February 12: San Diego, US (16:00)
- February 13-17: At sea
- February 18: Honolulu, Hawaii (07:00-23:00)
- February 19: Lahaina (Maui), Hawaii (07:00-18:00)
- February 20: Kauai, Hawaii (08:00-17:00)
- February 21 – March 2: At sea (Crossing the International Date Line on day 14)
- March 3: Guam (08:00-18:00)
- March 4: Saipan (08:00-18:00)
- March 5-7: At sea
- March 8: Kyoto, Japan
- March 9: Toba, Japan
- March 10: Yokohama, Japan
The Ship
Diamond Princess entered into service in 2004, joining its Gem-class sister ship, Sapphire Princess (technically, the Diamond was originally named Sapphire and vice versa). Compared to her age, she is still very stylish. Although, most people remember the ship’s name from something infamous: the COVID-19 quarantine.
But don’t worry: you will have a very enjoyable 27 days onboard, as there are many types of entertainment options. You can go to the theatre, pools, jacuzzis, gym or the spa: you won’t be bored at sea.
Have a look at these staterooms, aren’t they beautiful?
Flights
If you are based in Europe and can’t combine it with other trips, you could fly to South California (LAX is usually cheaper to fly to). LEVEL flights from Barcelona cost €249, and Norse Atlantic could be an option too once they publish their summer schedule. Flying back to Europe from Tokyo is the easiest and cheapest with Scoot. Currently, it costs €301 to Berlin.
For those living in North America or wanting to return to the West coast, Delta might be the best option. At just €261, a full-service flight is a great value.
Cover Picture: Princess Cruises