WHY SETTLE for seeing just one island on a Hawaii resort-based vacation when you can cruise in style and explore four island jewels? Sailing with Princess is a far better vacation value, and you’ll visit the top-rated Hawaiian Islands — Maui, Oahu, Kauai and the Big Island — without all the time-consuming hassle of island hopping by plane. Plan now on this unique departure to get away after Christmas, sailing south to Hawaii and celebrating New Year’s en route! Enjoy relaxing days of sea to unwind after holiday season. Visit the Hawaiian Islands without having to unpack and repack or spend time in airports. Grand Princess will spoil you while winter blankets Central Illinois. Our package includes all the items you want: 46 meals, gratuities to waiters, busboys, cabin attendant and baggage handlers plus travel insurance (don’t worry if you can’t go due to illness—the travel insurance covers that for a full refund). Book now for even more value getting a bonus of hundreds of dollars in “On Board Credit” that you can apply to optional shore excursions or other features.

 • Cruise to, through and back from Hawaii • Round trip air fare • San Francisco Hotel plus choice of cruise stateroom accommodations • Celebrate New Year’s while sailing south to Hawaii • No jet-lag way to see Hawaii with no airports and packing/repacking at each island

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 *All prices are per person, based on occupancy. • Document recommended for US Citizens is a valid Passport; no visa or shots at this time. While Passport is not required, there are scenarios where it would be easier for you to depart Mexico if you have a Passport (for example, by air after an illness causing you to stay etc.) Other citizens should consult their consulate. • Insurance coverage is Deluxe Group Plan from Travel Guard included and for coverage details see steviejaytravel.com/insurance covering cancellation charges; other terms at steviejaytravel.com/terms which are incorporated by reference. Covered illness or accident (yours, traveling companion or family) means a full refund even on the day of departure (insurance itself is not refundable.) • Price and details are subject to change. Acct#191227s  2Aug19 17:23

Book your Princess cruise now and get  On Board Credit:*

• $100 per passenger, for Inside or Outside Staterooms

• $250 per passenger, for Balcony or higher staterooms (Mini-Suites & Suites)

*On Board Credit is applied to your shipboard charge account so that you can use on bar drinks, spa services, shore excursions and most purchases aboard the ship.

As a general rule, holiday sailings' promotions and price savings will dwindle with time. However, if a better promotion comes along we will offer it to you to see if it a better value in your opinion.

Package prices reflect current Princess Cruises discounts. Following are discounts for part(s) of our package that you do not want:

• If you do not want the included insurance, then when booking apply the following discount code NO-INSURANCE and your price will be reduced by $288 per person.

• If you do not want the included local departure from Central Illinois, holiday season airfare from Chicago, nor transfers from airport-hotel/ship-airport), then when booking apply the following discount code CRUISE-ONLY and your price will be reduced by $700 per person.

• If you want neither insurance nor local bus/air fare/transfers, when booking apply the following discount code NO-AIR-INSUR and your price will be reduced by $988 per person.

Stevie Jay welcomes you aboard our private motor coach to Chicago where he hires skycaps to help with luggage. Board a non-stop flight to the city on the bay where we stay at the impressive Marriott Marquis. Free evening.

 Free morning and then we are taken to board our floating resort, Grand Princess, sailing at 4:00 p.m. With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or experience something new with our Discovery at SEA™ enrichment programs. (B, L, D)

Included meals are noted with the  initials of Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Photo: San Francisco Marriott Marquis. Perfectly located near SoMa and Union Square.

DINING Passionate about our culinary craft, we’re committed to serving you mouthwatering, handcrafted dishes made from scratch throughout your voyage. Be sure to join us at one of our award-winning specialty restaurants to celebrate your next birthday, anniversary or milestone and enjoy tantalizing specialties.

Crafted by Curtis Stone dishes • Chef’s Table Experience† • Chocolate Journeys • Alfredo’s Pizzeria • Sabatini’s (Italian specialty restaurant)† • Crown Grill (steakhouse specialty restaurant)† • Vines (wine bar)† • International Café • Horizon Court (buffet) • Trident Grill (burgers & hot dogs)
†Extra charge (B, L, D)

Photo: Grand Princess' dining room entree

ACTIVITIES Each day, a world of exciting activities awaits, from cooking demonstrations to dance classes, trivia contests and a range of enrichment programs, including our Encounters with Discovery at SEA™ speaker series from experts who offer insights into the places you’ll visit.

Discovery at SEA™ Programs • Festivals of the World • The Piazza • Shops of Princess • Art Gallery & Auctions • Photo & Video Gallery • Platinum Photography Studio • Freshwater Pools & Hot Tubs • Sports Court (basketball, volleyball, tennis • Princess Links (putting course) (B, L, D)

Photos: make fragrant leis and learn to hula

You have never yet seen a New Year’s Eve Celebration like this one: at sea! Enjoy a choice of a variety of activities and yet this special day need not cost a penny extra. Formal or casual, exuberant or quiet.  But if there’s too much excitement, you are close to your stateroom, a home away from home aboard ship. We think it may be the most memorable time made even more fun by sharing with others from Illinois. (B, L, D)

Photo: say farewell to 2019 while cruising the south seas!

LOCAL THEME FUN ABOARD SHIP With Princess’ immersive “Aloha Spirit” program onboard, you’ll discover each island’s unique charm — and fall in love with Hawaii’s enchanting beauty. Make your own flower lei and breathe deeply! Try out hula dancing and ukulele lessons, then revel in the King Kamehameha Festival. With Princess’ Discover at Sea program you’ll get more out of your travels with engaging multimedia presentations by local destination experts, plus naturalists and specialists in their fields, who will enlighten you about the places you’ll visit.

We recommend that you explore the Hawaiian shore excursions and book something at each port. You can always change or cancel them without penalty closer to departure or once onboard ship. (B, L, D)

 Welcome to the Big Island of Hawaii—a paradise of black-sand beaches, tropical rainforest and volcanic mountains. Mauna Loa, the largest mountain on the planet, soars above the bleak lava fields of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. In the heart of the Big Island’s lush rainforest lies the remote and stunning Wai’po Valley (Valley of the Kings). Hawaii’s history matches its incomparable landscape—it is a saga of mighty Polynesian kings, sugar barons, war and treachery. At 13,796 feet above sea level, the summit of Mauna Kea is the highest point in the entire Pacific basin. Docked 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (B, L, D)

Photo: Black sand beach

The most populous of the Hawaiian Islands, bustling Oahu offers attractions for visitors of all ages. Our sailings feature a special late-night departure from Oahu, so you can spend a full day seeing the sights, then revel in Honolulu’s exciting nightlife. From iconic Waikiki Beach to the enormous Ala Moana Shopping Center to the glorious Iolani Palace and poignant Pearl Harbor memorials featuring the USS Arizona and USS Missouri, there’s certainly no shortage of things to do in “The Big Pineapple” of Hawaii! Docked from 7:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. (B, L, D)

Photo: Waikiki Beach and Diamon Head in the background

When it comes to Kauai, good things come in small packages. Despite being the smallest of the four main islands, Kauai is home to the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” Waimea Canyon,the lush Fern Grotto framed by Wailua River, and so much more. The stunning Na Pali Coast has served as the backdrop for Hollywood blockbusters, such as Jurassic Park and King Kong. With endless emerald landscapes, Kauai truly lives up to its nickname of “The Garden Island” but was never conquered by the great warrior King Kamehameha. Docked from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (B, L, D)

Maui has always occupied a special place in the hearts of Hawaiians. The great warrior King Kamehameha, who united the islands under his rule, chose to make Lahaina his capital and Ka’anapali was once the favorite playground of Hawaiian royalty. And no wonder - Maui boasts stunning landscapes and superb beaches. Mt. Haleakala, a dormant volcano, rises 10,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean. Once hailed as “The Valley of the Kings,” Maui’s Iao Valley is a tropical paradise dominated by the Needle, a volcanic monolith towering over the valley floor. Then there is Lahaina, once home to a royal court and a raucous port-of-call enjoyed by 19th-century Yankee whalers. Haleakala means “The House of the Sun.” To the Hawaiians, it appeared that the sun both rose from and set in the depths of its massive crater. Today, the centerpiece of Haleakala National Park, it is one of Maui’s major attractions. Tenders run from 7:00 am-6:00 p.m. Note that wheelchair access is limited at this port. (B, L, D)

Photo: Mt. Haleakala, The House of the Sun

JOYFUL REJUVENATION Everything you need to refresh body and mind is right on board. Indulge in a manicure, pedicure or a makeover in the salon, or a soothing massage in the Lotus Spa®. Or maybe it’s a brisk workout in the fitness center, followed by a little “me time” in The Sanctuary, a tranquil retreat reserved just for adults.

The Princess Luxury Bed • SLEEP by Princess • The Sanctuary (retreat for adults)† • Lotus Spa®† • Lotus Spa® Fitness Center • Fitness Classes† (B, L, D)

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ENTERTAINMENT There’s always something happening on board — from heading to the Princess Theater for a lavish original musical production to enjoying a blockbuster movie poolside under the stars or simply relaxing in a lounge sipping a cocktail where a live band is playing your song.

Movies Under the Stars® • Original Musical Products • Music & Dancing • Vegas-style Casino • Featured Guest Entertainers • Princess Theater • Vista Show Lounge • Explorers Lounge • The One5 (nightclub) • Crooners Bar (B, L, D)

THE PRINCESS LUXURY BED We’re committed to guest wellness and ensuring you come back from your relaxing cruise feeling refreshed, renewed, and rejuvenated. That’s why we’ve collaborated with sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus to develop the award-winning Princess Luxury Bed, rolling out over 44,000 beds to every stateroom across the fleet. Named the Best Cruise Ship Bed by Cruise Critic, you’ll enjoy the ultimate night of sleep at sea! (B, L, D)

Some details about Grand Princess: Tons: 109,000 Gross Tonnage
Length: 289.86 m (951 ft)
Beam: 35.97 m (118 ft)
Height: 61.26 m (201 ft)
Decks: 17
Speed: 22.5 knots (41.7 km/h; 25.9 mph) (B, L, D)

This afternoon we visit Ensenada Mexico. Ensenada is located 70 miles south of the international border and only a 90-minute drive from San Diego. Visitors are drawn to Ensenada’s warm Mediterranean climate, friendly atmosphere and easy access by land, air, and sea. Ensenada has become Mexico’s second most visited port of call for major cruise lines and pleasure boats. Docked from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (B, L, D)

FAMILIES Voted “Best Cruise Line for multi-generational family travel” by Porthole Cruise Magazine 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards, Princess fosters family reconnection over meaningful moments of discovery, relaxation and happiness, from grandparents to grandkids and everyone in between. (B, L, D)

Disembarkation starts at 7:00 a.m. After breakfast, we say farewell to the crew that has pampered us. We claim our own luggage and board our motor coach to the San Francisco airport for an early afternoon flight back to Chicago. On arrival our private motor coach meets us and takes us back to Central Illinois with warm, sunny memories of Hawaii and grand and relaxing time together on the Pacific. (B)

Port: back to San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge