Ruby Princess
Ship Facts
Gross Tonnage: 113,561
Length: 951 feet
Beam: 122 feet
Guests: 3,080
Crew: 1,200
Staterooms: 1,542
Decks: 19
Ships Registry: Bermuda
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California Coast Gay & Bears Cruise 2025
7 nights from/to San Francisco, California
October 12 – 19, 2025
Princess Cruises Ruby Princess
 The Very Best of the US West Coast; from Beaches to Wine Country to City Skylines and even Mexico! Join us as we journey through the land of golden hills on this week of total chill, as we sail roundtrip from hip and historic San Francisco. Be on deck as we sail under the legendary Golden Gate Bridge bound for Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego and Ensenada. From the glitz and tinsel of Hollywood to the beaches of Mexico and every highlight of the stunning California coast in between; it's the Classic California Coastal Sailing.
Hollywood has always been the mecca for entertainment so it should come as no surprise that we bring the hottest talent to the Princess stages. Enjoy the best music, entertainment and craftsmanship of Hollywood and Broadway in this exclusive opportunity on board a Princess California Coast cruise.
From the rolling hills of California to the mist-shrouded mountains of the Pacific Northwest, lies 1,478 miles of coastline dotted with modern metropolises and charming towns full of personality. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed week sampling local culinary delights through California’s renowned wine country, an adventurous trek along the rugged Pacific coastline, or the inside scoop on Hollywood’s entertainment industry, Princess Cruises offers the best cruises from California.
Excite your palate with gourmet pairings at Vines wine bar. Learn what makes California wine some of the best in the world through tastings and talks with experts. Experiment with flavors and aromas under expert guidance to create your own signature wine blend.
Immerse yourself in the colorful sights and sounds of the Golden State and beyond. Locals wear the region’s signature laid-back spirit like a uniform. It’s in the sand, on the streets and in hole-in-the-wall restaurants. Pictures don’t do it justice; it has to be felt and experienced, and the best way to do so is on board a Princess West Coast cruise.
Uncover the history, natural wonders and culinary delights of the California Coast through shore excursions specially designed to show you more of the state. Inspire your mind with up-close encounters with fascinating creatures and sites on immersive Discovery™ and Animal Planet™ excursions.
Your Ship - Ruby Princess
The Ruby Princess is a dramatic ship - stunning décor, amazing entertainment, the finest amenities and the best personal service you could ask for! The piazza-style atrium has lots of eateries, and it has a European small-town feel with all of the performing street entertainers! There are specialty restaurants, a poolside movie theater, and 900 staterooms with private balconies! Enjoy the scenic views from this amazing vessel, and get ready to explore both the ship and your next destination!
Activities on Ruby Princess
The Ruby Princess is loaded with activities that will stimulate, educate, and entertain you! The Calypso Reef and Pool has two hot tubs, as does the Neptune's Reef and pool. Relax at the Terrace Pool, or at the adults-only pool in the Sanctuary! The Lotus Spa® has a pool as well, which includes two hot tubs!
The spa is full of your favorite amenities - enjoy a hot stone rub, or a massage. Head over to the gym and fitness area and work up a sweat - there's even a swim-against-the-current pool to keep your heart rate pumping! Practice your swing at the virtual golf simulator, and then test it out at the 9-hole Princess Links putting course! There's also a jogging track, a basketball court, and shuffleboard!
Head over to the boutiques and explore all of the duty-free designer gifts that you can bring home! Enrich your mind at the library, or attend a ScholarShip@Sea lecture, where you can learn ballroom dancing, enjoy a cooking class, and more! The ship has a conference center, a 24-hour Internet café with wireless access, and even a wedding chapel!
Dining / Food on Ruby Princess
The Ruby Princess offers so many dining options that your head will spin - and you get to choose what you'd like to do! The traditional dining option serves up your meal the way you like it at the same time each day, in the Main Dining Room.
Anytime dining is available in the Michelangelo Dining Room, or at the Da Vinci Dining Room - any time you like! If you're looking for something a little more special, try out Sabatini's, a delicious Italian restaurant - or, head to the Crown Grill and eat a heart steak meal!
You can even have your meal served on a balcony, accompanied by a breathtaking view! This is just a perk of the Ultimate Balcony Dining program.
For a more casual approach, the ship has lots of small-bite eateries. Head over to the poolside pizzeria and enjoy a slice of pizza by the water. There's a burger and hot dog grill, the Café Caribe, the Horizon and Lido Courts, an Evening Bistro, a wine bar, an ice cream bar, the International Café, and the Vines Wine and Seafood Bar.
You can also get afternoon tea served to you! Don't forget, there's 24-hour room service on this ship, so you can enjoy a meal at your leisure in your stateroom if you don't feel like heading over to the restaurants!
Entertainment on Ruby Princess
The Ruby Princess is full of the best entertainment available! Get ready for some amazing nightlife full of professional performances, Broadway-style shows, musical performances and comedy acts! Head to the Princess Theater to see a different show every night, or check out a first-run, feature-length film at the Movies Under the Stars® poolside theater!
If you want to head out and about on the ship, try Gatsby's casino, where you can play your favorite Vegas-style games like poker and slots!
The Explorers Lounge has nightclub-style acts, while you can dance the night away 15 decks above the ocean at Skywalkers Nightclub! Head over to Club Fusion for a different change of pace, or relax at one of the cozy bars and lounges on this great ship!
Check out the Wheelhouse Bar, the Adagio Bar, the Crooners Bar, or the Speakeasy Cigar Lounge.
Caribbean Bear Cruise (CBC) package includes but is not limited to:
• 7 nights’ accommodations on Ruby Princess
• All shipboard meals with coffee, tea and iced tea included
• All cruise line's shipboard entertainment
• Access to negotiated discounted pricing at the official CBC host hotel ($)
• Access to exclusive pre-cruise and shipboard private CBC dances, parties and events
• Access to private group dining area onboard
• Access to optional private CBC shore excursions ($)
• Exclusive gifts for CBC guests
• Princess PLUS Beverage Package
• WiFi (1 device per guest)
• Crew Appreciation/Gratuities
• Premium Desserts (2 per day)
• Fitness Classes (2 per guest)
• Juice Bar
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California Coast
Gay Bears Cruise 2025
Itinerary
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Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
| 12 Oct |
San Francisco, California |
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4 PM |
| 13 Oct |
Fun Day at Sea! |
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| 14 Oct |
Santa Barbara, California |
7 AM |
6 PM |
| 15 Oct |
Los Angeles, California |
7 AM |
7 PM |
| 16 Oct |
San Diego, California |
8 AM |
10 PM |
| 17 Oct |
Ensenada, Mexico |
8 AM |
5 PM |
| 18 Oct |
Fun Day at Sea! |
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| 19 Oct |
San Francisco, California |
7 AM |
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Day 1 - San Francisco, California
Cable cars, the Golden Gate rising from the fog - welcome to San Francisco, arguably the most romantic and cosmopolitan city in the United States. San Francisco has it all: a colorful history, superb restaurants, sophisticated museums, world-class shopping, and that elusive air of romance and abandon that's part of the tang of the city.
Day 2 - Fun Day at Sea!
Each day, a world of exciting activities awaits, from cooking demonstrations to dance classes, trivia contests and a range of enrichment programs, including our Encounters with Discovery at SEA™ speaker series from experts who offer insights into the places you’ll visit.
Day 3 - Santa Barbara, California
"Welcome to Paradise", is a fitting expression for those visiting the coastal city of Santa Barbara. Called the American Riviera, Santa Barbara is a place where food, art, history, fashion, wine and sunshine mix to create a delightful and unique experience for the visitor. Charming Spanish and Moorish style buildings graced by brilliantly-colored bougainvillea, palm-lined beaches, a warm Mediterranean climate, charming sidewalk cafés and a pristine seaside setting are some of the aesthetic reasons for visiting Santa Barbara.
Day 4 - Los Angeles, California
The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the "dream machine." In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and a sizzling culture. LA is the source for trends that migrate across the country and then the world. Where else can you enjoy a Thai taco or munch on a kosher burrito? Or travel from downtown's high rises to the beaches of Malibu, shopping in Beverly Hills along the way?
Day 5 - San Diego, California
Known as a place of infinite beauty, affectionate locals and endless sunshine, San Diego has become one of America's favorite cities. Located in the southwest corner of California, close to the border of Mexico, San Diego has a distinct cross-cultural feel, part sun-drenched Mediterranean atmosphere, part south-of-the-border zest and part quintessential California beach town.
Day 6 - Ensenada, Mexico
Ensenada is located 70 miles south of the international border and only a 90-minute drive from San Diego. Visitors are drawn to Ensenada's warm Mediterranean climate, friendly atmosphere and easy access by land, air, and sea. Ensenada has become Mexico's second most visited port of call for major cruise lines and pleasure boats.
Day 7 - Fun Day at Sea!
Passionate about our culinary craft, we’re committed to serving you mouthwatering, handcrafted dishes made from scratch throughout your voyage. Be sure to join us at one of our award-winning specialty restaurants to celebrate your next birthday, anniversary or milestone and enjoy tantalizing specialties.
Day 8 - San Francisco, California
Few cities throughout the world may wear the term 'iconic' as well as The City by the Bay; San Francisco. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Chinatown, classic Cable Cars to the Castro, from Fisherman's Wharf to Alcatraz, your biggest decision may be what to visit first - or if just to sit back with a coffee and take it all in.
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