Overview

Most cruise vessels leaving from the area pick up their passengers in Long Beach, the cozy beach town that calls Hollywood its neighbor. Cruises depart daily to destinations up and down the west coast to Washington, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, and even through the Panama Canal. If you simply want to  stay in the area, you’ll find ample hotels nearby and special parking for cruise passengers. If you do plan a pre-cruise trip to LA to see the sights, stars, and shops, be sure to explore the subtler charms of Long Beach before you head off.

Los Angeles Departures

Many Carnival and Princess cruises out of Long Beach offer 3–7 day round-trip voyages to Mexico. Itineraries on these cruises include fun and friendly destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, and Ensenada. Three-day cruises from Los Angeles are perfect for using those spare vacation days towards a long weekend. For anyone who doesn’t feel like bringing along their passports, Princess Cruises’ 15-night cruise to Hawaii offers a relaxing tropical getaway without leaving the states.

If you’re really looking to leave your day-to-day behind, you should scope out some of the 30-plus day cruises out of Long Beach, which include a globe-trotting voyage on the Oceania cruise line as long as 161 nights and one on Holland America for 82 days. For a lengthy trip that’s not half a year long, try Princess Cruises’ 19-night Panama Canal trip aboard the Island Princess — a deluxe ship that, like other ships dedicated to longer itineraries, comes equipped with amenities suited to adult travelers.

Dunhill Travel Deals will guide you to great rates on your next dream vacation whether you need a three-day escape or a month-long journey you’ve been waiting for your entire life. Bask in the LA sun then head to Port Long Beach for your next unforgettable trip.