Princess Cruises Blue Friday sale offers up to 50% off for 2026 bookings
Princess Cruises launches a Blue Friday sale with discounts of up to 50% off cruise fares, up to $400 in instant savings and free fares for third and fourth guests. The promotion runs from 6 November to 7 December 2026 and targets holidaymakers planning 2027 itineraries.
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At a glance
- What changes
- Up to 50% off fares, $400 instant savings and free third‑fourth guest fares
- Timing
- Sale runs 6 November to 7 December 2026
- Who is affected
- All travellers booking eligible 2027 cruises during the window
The details
- Announced by
- Princess Cruises
- Takes effect
- 6 November to 7 December 2026
- New rule
- The Blue Friday promotion provides up to 50% off on eligible voyages, up to $400 instant savings on selected bookings, and free cruise fares for third and fourth guests on qualifying sailings, excluding taxes and fees.
Sale Overview
Princess Cruises announced its Blue Friday sale for 2026, giving travellers a month to secure discounted cruises for 2027. The promotion covers a range of destinations including Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, and Australia‑New Zealand.
- Discounts vary by itinerary, sailing date and booking conditions
- Booking window closes on 7 December 2026
Eligibility and Benefits
All customers who book eligible sailings within the sale period can receive the advertised incentives. The free‑guest offer applies to the third and fourth passengers sharing a cabin, but taxes and fees remain payable.
- Up to 50% off cruise fares on qualifying voyages
- Up to $400 instant savings on selected bookings
- Free fares for third and fourth guests, taxes excluded
Regional Variations and Private Sale
A separate UK Blue Friday promotion offers up to £600 per stateroom on selected 2027‑2028 sailings, with a deadline of 2 December 2026. Additionally, a private Black Friday sale for repeat passengers runs 13‑23 November 2026, providing up to $800 off, the same fare discounts and reduced deposits.
- UK promotion deadline 2 December 2026
- Private sale for returning guests 13‑23 November 2026
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Existing bookings for 2027 cruises can be modified to take advantage of the discount before 7 December 2026
- New travellers have a full month to compare destinations and cabin categories within the sale window
- UK‑based customers must check the separate regional offer, which ends on 2 December 2026
Cost and documents
- No additional documentation is required beyond the standard passport and visa checks for the cruise itinerary
- Travel insurance costs remain unchanged, but travellers should verify coverage for any optional excursions
- Taxes and fees for the free‑guest offer must still be paid at checkout
What you need to do
- Book eligible 2027 sailings between 6 November and 7 December 2026 to lock in the discounts
- Returning Princess Cruises guests should log in to the private sale portal between 13 and 23 November 2026
- UK travellers need to use the UK booking page and meet the 2 December 2026 deadline
Who this affects
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New customers booking 2027 cruises
The Blue Friday sale applies to all eligible voyages for travellers planning 2027 itineraries
What to do Book within the 6 November‑7 December 2026 window to receive the advertised discounts
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Returning Princess Cruises guests
A private Black Friday sale is offered exclusively to repeat passengers
What to do Access the private sale portal between 13 and 23 November 2026 for extra savings
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UK travellers
A separate UK promotion provides distinct discount amounts and a different deadline
What to do Use the UK booking page and complete the reservation by 2 December 2026
Frequently asked questions
When does Princess Cruises' Blue Friday sale run?
The Blue Friday sale runs from 6 November to 7 December 2026, giving a month for travellers to book discounted 2027 cruises.
What discounts are offered during the Blue Friday promotion?
The promotion includes up to 50 % off cruise fares, up to $400 instant savings on selected bookings, and free fares for the third and fourth guests on qualifying sailings, excluding taxes and fees.
Is there a separate offer for UK customers?
Yes, Princess Cruises runs a UK‑specific Blue Friday promotion with up to £600 off per stateroom on selected 2027‑2028 sailings, and the booking deadline is 2 December 2026.
How can returning passengers get additional savings?
Returning guests can join a private Black Friday sale from 13 November to 23 November 2026, which offers up to $800 off, the same fare discounts and reduced deposits.
Do I need extra documents to use the free‑guest offer?
No extra paperwork is required beyond the standard passport and any visas needed for the cruise itinerary; taxes and fees for the free‑guest fare still apply.
