inGroup International proudly accepted an invitation to participate in the official launch of Princess Cruises’ newest Sphere-class ship, Star Princess. Co-Founder and CEO Michael Hutchison and Commercial Partnerships Manager Tatiana Wegzyn were welcomed aboard as esteemed guests for the inaugural sailing held November 7–10, 2025.
Star Princess—the second ship in Princess Cruises’ innovative Sphere-class—represents a new generation of cruise design, offering next-level dining, entertainment, and the signature hospitality that has made Princess Cruises a global favorite for decades. The ship launched in October 2025, and its sister ship, Sun Princess, was named Condé Nast Traveler Mega Ship of the Year for a second consecutive year.
“Princess Cruises is one of the most trusted and globally recognized names in premium cruising, and the new Sphere-class is an exciting milestone for the entire industry,” said Michael Hutchison. “Experiencing Star Princess’ inaugural sailing was both an honor and a reflection of the strong relationship we’ve built together.”
inGroup continues to expand its collaborations with leading premium cruise lines like Princess, reinforcing its mission to provide Members around the world with unparalleled travel access and value. Through its division inCruises, the company offers the world’s largest subscription-based travel club, with nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide.
“It was such a pleasure to have inGroup join us for Star Princess’ inaugural sailing,” said Carmen Roig, SVP of Sales and Trade Marketing, Princess Cruises. “Their passion for creating meaningful travel experiences and their strong, growing global community truly align with what Princess stands for. We’re excited to continue building on this partnership and share many more memorable moments together.”
“Participating in a major launch like Star Princess firsthand helps us better understand the new features and guest experiences that our Members will soon enjoy,” said Tatiana Wegzyn. “It strengthens our collaboration with Princess and supports our shared goal of bringing Members more access to exceptional travel opportunities.”
inCruises, a division of inGroup International, has booked more than 630,000 guests since launching in 2016. Members earn and redeem Reward Points to save on travel through the inCruises platform, available in 17 languages. The company also supports humanitarian efforts, including Mercy Ships.
Princess Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK), is known as The Love Boat and delivers dream vacations to millions of guests annually. The inclusion of inGroup in the Star Princess inaugural underscores the cruise line’s commitment to partnering with organizations that enhance guest experiences and provide value to travelers worldwide.
