Princess Cruises Unveils 115-Day Global Voyage While Fuel Costs Rise $27
Princess Cruises unveiled its 2028 World Cruise aboard Coral Princess, a 115-day itinerary covering 49 destinations, flexible segments of 20-100 days, and a maiden call to Mossel Bay, South Africa. Meanwhile, elevated fuel costs have pushed Brent crude $27 per barrel above pre-war levels, increasing cruise operators’ operating expenses.
1. Princess Cruises Launches 2028 World Cruise
Princess Cruises revealed a 115-day, 36,000-nautical-mile voyage on Coral Princess departing Jan. 3, 2028, visiting 49 destinations across five continents, including a maiden call to Mossel Bay and 39 UNESCO sites. Flexible 20- to 100-day segments and enhanced late-night and overnight stays aim to boost advanced bookings and yield per passenger.
2. Rising Fuel Costs Pressure Cruise Operators
Brent crude has climbed $27 per barrel above pre-war levels, driving fuel expenses sharply higher for cruise lines. These elevated costs threaten Carnival’s operating margins, potentially prompting increased surcharges and impacting free cash flow in upcoming quarters.