Princess Cruises' summer clearance sale on now

Alaska and Europe Cruise Vacations Discounted up to 50 Percent

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (May 1, 2013) – Princess Cruises is getting ready for summer with a special sale on the line’s popular summertime destinations – Alaska and Europe. The Summer Clearance Sale runs through May 8, 2013 and features savings of up to 50 percent off launch fares.

More than 200 cruise departures are featured in the sale, including voyages to some of the most intriguing destinations throughout Europe, including the Mediterranean, Greek Isles and Scandinavia & Russia. Or travelers can explore the natural beauty of the 49th state with Alaska cruises and cruisetours.

In addition to special fares, passengers booking balcony staterooms or above will receive an onboard credit of $100 (for sailings 10 days or longer) or $50 (cruises up to nine days), and those booking interior or oceanview staterooms can get credits of $50 (cruises 10 days or longer) to $25 (cruises up to nine days).

More information about the cruise sale and pricing can be found at princess.com/sale.
Examples of cruise deals include:

• Gulf of Alaska cruise – 7 days: $399 interior (was $929); $799 balcony (was $1,729)
   
• Inside Passage Alaska cruise – 7 days: $499 interior (was $899); $899 balcony (was $1,699)
   
• Greek Isles cruise – 12 days: $799 interior (was $2,199); $1,299 balcony (was $3,199)
   
• Scandinavia & Russia – 11 days: $999 interior (was $2,199); $1,999 balcony (was $3,199)
   
• Denali Explorer Alaska cruisetour – 11 days: $974 interior (was $1,828); $1,374 balcony (was $2,428)

All cruise prices are per person, based on double occupancy. The Summer Clearance Sale runs from 12:01 a.m. PST on May 1 through 11:59 p.m. PST on May 8, 2013 and is available to residents of the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico.
 
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.

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About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 16 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. Two ships are under construction and will join the fleet in 2013 and 2014. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.3 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from three to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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