18 Night Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean (New York To Los Angeles)
Island Princess
Island Princess
September 18, 2025
18 Night Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean

Island Princess - 9/18/2025

The September 18, 2025 cruise on the Island Princess departs from New York, New York. On this 18 Night Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean (New York To Los Angeles) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Island Princess sets sail on Thursday, Sep 18th and returns on Monday, Oct 6th.

Cruise Length
18
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New York
New York
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
9

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Island Princess cruise ship departing September 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $982 ($55 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,623 ($91 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 40%.

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Inside Cabin
$982
40%
vs Avg $1,623

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Island Princess - September 18, 2025 - 18 Nights

DayDatePort
1Sep 18thNew York, New York
2Sep 19thAt Sea
3Sep 20thAt Sea
4Sep 21stGrand Turk Island
5Sep 22ndAt Sea
6Sep 23rdOranjestad, Aruba
7Sep 24thAt Sea
8Sep 25thPanama Canal Transit
9Sep 26thFuerte Amador, Panama
10Sep 27thAt Sea
11Sep 28thPuntarenas, Costa Rica
12Sep 29thAt Sea
13Sep 30thPuerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
14Oct 1stHuatulco, Mexico
15Oct 2ndAt Sea
16Oct 3rdPuerto Vallarta, Mexico
17Oct 4thAt Sea
18Oct 5thAt Sea
19Oct 6thSan Pedro (Los Angeles), California
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The Island Princess sails on September 18, 2025 for a 18 Night Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean (New York To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of New York, New York at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Oct 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 19-day journey, the Island Princess will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
7
/ 10
New York, New York
New York
Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
7
/ 10
Fuerte Amador, Panama
Fuerte Amador
Fuerte Amador is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain cautious, especially at night and outside the terminal area.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
5
/ 10
Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
Puerto Chiapas
Puerto Chiapas has moderate safety risks for travelers, who should remain vigilant and secure belongings, especially outside tourist areas.
7
/ 10
Huatulco, Mexico
Huatulco
Huatulco is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant and securing belongings is advised due to potential petty theft.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Island Princess Size Infographic

Island Princess

92 k
tonnage
964 ft
length
2003
year built
1,107
cabins
2,214
passengers
900
crew

ISLAND PRINCESS SIZE

The Island Princess has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 91,627 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet (294 meters) in length. Island Princess is included in Princess’s Coral Class. At full capacity, the Island Princess holds 3,114 passengers. That includes 2,214 cruise vacationers and 900 staff members. The Island Princess total number of staterooms is 1,107.

Island Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:91,627 GT
  • Length:964 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:2003
  • Years Served:2003 - Present
  • Capacity:2,214
  • Crew Members:900
  • Total on Board:3,114
  • Total Staterooms:1,107
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:330 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Island Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Island Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
SEP 182025
United States
D:4:00 PM

New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
SEP 192025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
SEP 202025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
SEP 212025
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:9:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
SEP 222025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
SEP 232025
Netherlands Antilles
A:9:00 AMD:9:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
SEP 242025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
SEP 252025
A:6:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day9
SEP 262025
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Fuerte Amador, Panama, offers docking at Fuerte Amador Port. Travelers explore Amador Causeway and Biomuseo. Excursions include Panama Canal tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, 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 comfortable shoes enhance causeway walks. Fuerte Amador’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of urban landmarks and scenic waterways, making Fuerte Amador an engaging destination for exploration.

Day10
SEP 272025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
SEP 282025
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day12
SEP 292025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
SEP 302025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Puerto Chiapas (Tapachula), Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Chiapas Port. Travelers explore Izapa Ruins and Tapachula’s cathedral. Excursions visit coffee plantations. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan ruins and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes mole poblano, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chiapas history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Puerto Chiapas’ cultural allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient sites and coastal beauty, making Puerto Chiapas an engaging destination for exploration.

Day14
OCT 12025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Huatulco, Mexico, offers docking at Huatulco Port. Travelers explore Santa Cruz Bay and La Crucecita. Excursions include snorkeling at Maguey Bay. Local markets sell mole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pristine beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes tlayudas, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like alebrije crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zapotec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Huatulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic bays and cultural villages, making Huatulco an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day15
OCT 22025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day16
OCT 32025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 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. (126 words)

Day17
OCT 42025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day18
OCT 52025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day19
OCT 62025
United States
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)