Volcanic Fern & Foam – Hilo, Honolulu & Kona

About this cruise

16 nights starts to feel like a proper adventure. You leave San Francisco on March 3, 2028 and the route takes you through Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Kailua-Kona and Ensenada at a pace where there's never any need to rush. You ease into this one, with a few sea days up front to find your rhythm before the 5 port calls start. Lei greetings, luau evenings, and ocean that somehow never stops being blue. Honolulu alone is worth the trip, Waikiki's crescent beneath Diamond Head. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Ruby Princess keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in San Francisco before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. Worth booking. That's the short version.