Embark on an exotic adventure to the Hawaiian Islands from San Francisco; where sun, sea, and adventure await. Exotic beaches, Hula Girls, Lei Garlands, swaying palms, and magnificent sunsets are all on the agenda as you island hop around Hawaii through the Pacific Ocean. Visit Pearl Harbour and the Arizona monument in Oahu, explore the scenery made famous by the Jurassic Park film franchise in Kauai and snorkel & sunbathe in Richardson Beach Park whilst on Hilo. Enjoy an overnight stay on the city by the bay to soak up the delights of Fisherman's wharf, Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Setting the standard in affordable luxury - this family owned hotel is located at Union Square – shopping central in San Francisco. The Handlery Union Square Hotel offers personal service, comfortable rooms, and a warm atmosphere. It is ideally located near main San Francisco attractions, including the world famous cable car right at the corner.
Princess Cruises
The 113,000 tonne Ruby Princess was launched in 2008 and offers a rejuvenating retreat at sea over 19 decks in elegant surroundings. The central Piazza area is the social hub of the ship where street style entertainers provide amusement while you are enjoying the delights of the International café or the Vines wine & seafood bar. This ship particularly stands out from other cruise lines as there are four completely separate freshwater swimming pool areas: The Terrace pool is situated at the back of the ship for panoramic sunbathing, Neptune’s Reef & Pool has Movies Under the Stars, while the Lotus Spa pool is for adult’s only and adjacent to the Sanctuary where a small daily charge is payable for pampered & guaranteed sunbathing space.
Stateroom Accommodation.
All Ruby Princess staterooms have private en-suite facilities, air conditioning, colour cable TVs with Free in room movies, vanity area, hair dryer, telephone, safe, refrigerator with mini bar and free room service. Free guest self-service launderettes.
Dining Options
There are three main dining rooms on board - two of which feature the flexible anytime dining option. There are two self-service buffet restaurants: Horizon Court and Cafe Caribe which are open almost 24 hours per day; in addition there are also a number of other dining venues such as the two speciality restaurants: Sabatini’s (Italian) and The Crown Grill, International cafe, Vines Wine & Seafood Bar, a poolside pizzeria and a hamburger grill.
Daytime and Evening Entertainment
now features the adults only Retreat Pool and private cabanas complete with refrigerators and flat screen TV’s. This haven is perfect for sea days where a small charge guarantees reserved sun beds attended to by Serenity stewards on hand to keep you refreshed. The main pool area has two pools separated by a tropical island; and there is a refreshing water fountain in the middle of one of them. Here at night you can enjoy latest film releases with the Princess “Movies Under the Stars†programme. The Lotus Spa is magnificent with a wonderful thermal suite which includes a hydrotherapy pool, steam, sauna and relaxing waterbed loungers. New on-board Royal princess is Princess Live – a TV Studio broadcasting live interactive events and game shows. Enjoy evening entertainment in the Vista lounge , a flutter in the casino and a show in the Princess Theatre.
Fly from the UK to San Francisco, USA
Fly from the UK to San Francisco for an overnight hotel stay. The cruise terminal is the next pier along to Pier 39 which is a huge entertainment, dining and shopping complex. This is situated in the heat of the famous Fisherman-s Wharf area where there are lots of bars, fishing boats and restaurants. From here you will see magnificent views of the Golden Gate Bridge and you can take a boat trip to visit Alcatraz. Perhaps take the famous cable car over the hill to Union square - the heart of the downtown shopping area of the city.
San Francisco, USA
A further overnight hotel stay. Make use of the included Alcatraz ferry and entrance ticket and ride the famous Street cable car with the included pass. On day three make your own way to the nearby cruise terminal on the Embarcadero to join the ship.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Kahului (Maui), Hawaii
Maui is the home of the Luau featuring Hawaiian foods such as kalua pig, cooked in an earthen oven, poi and haupia (coconut pudding). Here you will also find the Haleakala National Park with the magical Waimoku Falls Trail.
Hilo or Kona (Big Island), Hawaii
The biggest island of the Hawaiian Islands with lush tropical rainforests and towering volcanoes. Visit the Akaka State Falls Park, the Pacific Tsunami Museum and Richardson Beach Park - perfect for snorkelling and sunbathing.
Honolulu (Oahu), Hawaii
Home to Waikiki Beach, Hawaii 5-O and Pearl Harbour.
Nawilliwilli (Kauai), Hawaii
The island of Pineapple plantations, the Wailua Falls and Kalapaki Beach. This island was also the key location used for the 1993 film Jurassic Park.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Ensenada, Mexico
Stopping off in Ensenada gives you the chance to get a flavour of Mexican vibe.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
San Francisco, USA
Disembark the ship and transfer to the airport. Fly to the UK overnight.
Prices are subject to availability and change. Offer and prices can be withdrawn at any time without any notice. Prices are per person based on two sharing a room. Carry-on and checked baggage restrictions vary by airline and may incur an additional charge.
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