On Sunday, July 14th, the Emerald Princess ship will commence her inaugural season at Flynn Cruiseport, marking her arrival as Boston's newest homeported vessel.
Known globally as the "Love Boat," the Emerald Princess will offer a variety of Canada and USA/New England voyages, including a unique opportunity to travel to Greenland.
The 18-deck Emerald Princess (max capacity of 3679 passengers) will operate 10 cruises ranging from 7 to 17 days. Tourists can anticipate stunning views of autumn foliage, historical landmarks, and charming coastal villages.
Highlights of the itineraries include:
- 7-day Canada & New England roundtrip from Boston, visiting Halifax, Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), and either Portland or Bar Harbor (July 14, 21, 28; August 4).
- 10-day Classic Canada & New England from Boston to Quebec, with stops in Portland, Saint John (Bay of Fundy), Halifax, Sydney, Charlottetown, and Saguenay (August 28; September 17; October 7). Reverse itinerary cruises from Quebec to Boston on September 7 and 27.
- 17-day Greenland & Canada roundtrip from Boston visiting Nuuk, Qaqortoq, and Nanortalik in Greenland, plus Sydney, Corner Brook, St. Anthony, and St. John’s in Newfoundland (August 11).
John Padgett (Princess Cruises' President) emphasized the significance of the Emerald Princess's debut season in Boston, offering New Englanders and beyond a premium cruising experience.
The arrival of up to 30,000 cruisers is expected to significantly benefit local businesses, boosting the regional economy.