Ocean Discovery – Nawiliwili (Kauai), Kailua Kona & Papeete

About this cruise

Block out 60 nights from February 20, 2028 and let this sailing from Los Angeles do its thing. The route covers Nawiliwili, Kailua-Kona and Papeete, with additional stops along the Australia & New Zealand and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. The sea days come first, which means no rushing to get off the ship on day one. You hit the ports relaxed and ready. 7 countries (United States, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu and Fiji) across the Australia & New Zealand, each with its own character. Don't rush through Lyttelton (Christchurch), which is known as A volcanic harbour serving New Zealand's garden city. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. You won't go hungry on Crown Princess. 8 restaurants come with the fare, plus 5 more when you feel like treating yourself. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. And a February cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. All told, 22 ports across 60 nights covers a lot.