What ports does the Island Princess visit on May 2nd, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, 2. Cartagena, Colombia, 3. Panama Canal Transit, 4. Puntarenas, Costa Rica, 5. Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, 6. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, 7. San Pedro (Los Angeles), California.

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15 Night World Voyage Segment - Panama Canal Connoisseur on Princess Island Princess

May 2, 2025

Island Princess May 2, 2025

The Island Princess May 2, 2025 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 15 Night World Voyage Segment - Panama Canal Connoisseur (Ft. Lauderdale To Los Angeles) sailing, the Island Princess will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, May 2nd and returns on Saturday, May 17th, 2025.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

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Sea Days

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Island Princess · May 2, 2025

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Island Princess · May 2, 2025

The Island Princess sails on May 2, 2025 for a 15 Night World Voyage Segment - Panama Canal Connoisseur (Ft. Lauderdale To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on May 17th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Island Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night World Voyage Segment - Panama Canal Connoisseur (Ft. Lauderdale To Los Angeles)

MAY02
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
MAY03
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY04
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY05
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 9:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
MAY06
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY07
Panama Canal Transit
A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:30 PM
MAY08
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY09
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
MAY10
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY11
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAY12
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY13
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY14
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
MAY15
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY17
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

May 2, 2025 · 15 Night World Voyage Segment - Panama Canal Connoisseur (Ft. Lauderdale To Los Angeles)

Day 1•Friday, May 2

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 2•Saturday, May 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Sunday, May 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 4•Monday, May 5

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 5•Tuesday, May 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 6•Wednesday, May 7

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:30 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Day 7•Thursday, May 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 8•Friday, May 9

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

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Day 9•Saturday, May 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 10•Sunday, May 11

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

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Day 11•Monday, May 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 12•Tuesday, May 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 13•Wednesday, May 14

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 14•Thursday, May 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 15•Friday, May 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 16•Saturday, May 17

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Island Princess - May 2, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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May

Typical Weather

89°F

Average High

68°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.17in

Daily average

5.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank

63 / 100

safer than 63% of all cruises

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Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

/ 10

Cartagena

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

/ 10

Panama Canal

Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.

/ 10

Puntarenas

Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.

/ 10

Puerto Quetzal

Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.

/ 10

Puerto Vallarta

Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.

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San Pedro

San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

92,822

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

964

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,210

vs avg 3,197

The Island Princess has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 92,822 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. Island Princess is included in Princess’s Coral class. At full capacity, the Island Princess holds 2,210 passengers. That includes 1,310 cruise vacationers and 900 staff members. The Island Princess total number of staterooms is 1,107.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Island Princess sailing on May 2, 2025?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Island Princess visit on the May 2, 2025 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, cartagena-colombia, panama-canal-transit, puntarenas-costa-rica, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, puerto-vallarta-mexico, san-pedro-los-angeles-california.

How many sea days are included on this Island Princess May 2, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 9 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Island Princess sailing on May 2, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Island Princess itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 4, 2026