Princess Cruises Cancels Over Three Months of Sailings for the Majestic Princess
Princess Cruises has announced a significant change that will impact thousands of travelers. The cruise line has canceled all sailings of its Majestic Princess ship from Galveston, Texas, between November 2026 and March 2027. This move affects over three months of voyages and has left many vacation plans in limbo. The company attributed the cancellations to a “broader global fleet deployment strategy,” a vague explanation that has left some passengers wondering about the reasons behind such a large-scale disruption.
Why Did Princess Cruises Cancel the Majestic Princess Sailings?
The cancellation of the Majestic Princess sailings from Galveston is due to a strategic decision in Princess Cruises’ global fleet deployment. According to the company, it is part of an effort to better align its cruise offerings worldwide. While exact details of the fleet strategy remain unclear, these changes are not entirely uncommon in the cruise industry. Ships are sometimes redeployed, either to meet market demand or for operational reasons like dry dock maintenance or chartering.
Princess Cruises stated that the decision was part of an effort to improve its fleet’s operational efficiency. Although cancellations of this scale are unusual, the company’s proactive approach to issuing full refunds and offering alternatives aims to ease the impact on affected travelers.
Which Dates and Sailings Are Affected by the Cancellations?
Guests with bookings on the Majestic Princess from Galveston, Texas, between November 2026 and March 2027 are facing canceled cruises. At least a dozen sailings are impacted, which includes a variety of itineraries originally planned for this time frame. The specific voyages span several months, and affected passengers will need to rebook their vacations for alternative dates or choose from other available sailings.
Majestic Princess cruises cancelled:
| 2026 Dec 01 | 5 days, round-trip Caribbean Getaway with Cozumel |
| 2026 Dec 06 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2026 Dec 13 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2026 Dec 20 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico Holiday |
| 2026 Dec 27 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico Holiday |
| 2027 Jan 03 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Jan 10 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Jan 17 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Jan 24 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Jan 31 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Feb 07 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Feb 14 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Feb 21 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Feb 28 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Mar 07 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Mar 14 | 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean with Mexico |
| 2027 Mar 21 | 12 days, one-way from Galveston to Fort Lauderdale |
What Alternatives Are Available for Affected Guests?
Princess Cruises is offering full refunds to passengers impacted by the cancellations and is actively assisting them with rebooking options. The cruise line has suggested alternative Caribbean itineraries as well as other voyages departing from Galveston. The Regal Princess ship will continue to sail all of its planned cruises from the Texas port through March 15, 2026. This provides some continuity for those who may still want to embark on a cruise from Galveston during this time.
What Should Guests Do If Their Cruise Was Canceled?
For guests whose bookings have been canceled, the first step is to contact Princess Cruises’ customer service. The cruise line is offering personalized assistance to help travelers understand their options and secure rebooked cruises. In addition to the full refund, passengers can explore other available sailings or take advantage of special offers for future voyages.
It is also a good idea to monitor the cruise line’s website for updates regarding other potential cancellations or changes to scheduled sailings. Cruise lines can adjust itineraries and deployment strategies at short notice, so keeping in touch with Princess Cruises will ensure that guests are informed of any further developments.
