Louisiana Cruisers Shocked By Sudden Cruise Cancellations
For many Louisiana travelers, Galveston is the go-to port for dream cruise vacations. But if you had plans to set sail in late 2026 or early 2027, you might want to check your itinerary—because a major cruise line just pulled the plug on several upcoming sailings.
According to the Texas news channel KHOU, Princess Cruises has officially canceled all voyages aboard the Majestic Princess from November 2026 through March 2027. The cruise line cited its "broader global fleet deployment strategy" as the reason behind the move, but that was little comfort to travelers eagerly counting down to their departure date.
The good news? Passengers affected by the cancellations are getting full refunds, and Princess Cruises is working with travelers to find alternative cruise options. Meanwhile, the Regal Princess will continue operations from Galveston, with scheduled sailings through March 2026. Regal Princess company's full statement:
"Princess Cruises has made the difficult decision to cancel all sailings aboard Majestic Princess from Galveston scheduled between November 2026 and March 2027 as part of our broader global fleet deployment strategy. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this may cause our guests and appreciate their understanding as we work to enhance our global cruise offerings.
"All affected guests have been provided a full refund, and we are actively assisting them with alternative cruise options, including other sailings from Galveston and a variety of Caribbean itineraries. We remain committed to delivering exceptional vacation experiences and look forward to welcoming guests aboard Majestic Princess in its soon-to-be-announced deployment. "The Regal Princess will operate all its scheduled voyages from Galveston through and including the cruise departing Galveston on March 15, 2026."
So, what does this mean for Louisiana cruisers? If you were booked on one of the canceled Majestic Princess sailings, you’ll need to explore other options—but don’t worry, Galveston is still a major hub for Caribbean adventures. Stay tuned as we track any further updates on this developing story!
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