inGroup International Participates in Star Princess Inaugural Sailing, Strengthening Cruise Industry Partnership

inGroup International 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. The event marked a significant moment in the cruise industry as Princess Cruises introduces its innovative Sphere-class vessels.

Star Princess represents the second ship in Princess Cruises' innovative Sphere-class, which signifies a new generation of cruise design. The vessel offers next-level dining, entertainment, and the signature hospitality that has made Princess Cruises a global favorite for decades. The Sphere-class ships are designed to provide enhanced guest experiences through advanced amenities and services.

"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, Co-Founder and CEO of inGroup. "Experiencing Star Princess inaugural sailing was both an honor and a reflection of the strong relationship we've built together." This participation demonstrates the growing collaboration between travel organizations and major cruise lines.

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. The company's presence at such industry events strengthens its position in the travel market and enhances its ability to offer exclusive opportunities to its membership base.

"It was such a pleasure to have inGroup join us for Star Princess' inaugural sailing," said Carmen Roig, SVP of Sales and Trade Marketing at 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." This alignment of values between organizations suggests potential for expanded cooperative ventures in the future.

"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, Commercial Partnerships Manager at inGroup. "It strengthens our collaboration with Princess and supports our shared goal of bringing Members more access to exceptional travel opportunities." This hands-on experience allows inGroup representatives to provide more informed recommendations and services to their travel community.

The partnership between inGroup International and Princess Cruises represents a significant development in the travel industry, connecting subscription-based travel services with traditional cruise offerings. inCruises, a division of inGroup International, operates as the world's largest subscription-based travel club, having booked more than 630,000 guests since launching in 2016. The platform offers nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide and is available in 17 languages. For more information about their services, visit in.Group and inCruises.com.

Princess Cruises, known as The Love Boat, delivers dream vacations to millions of guests annually across global destinations. The brand's newest and most innovative ship, Star Princess, launched in October 2025, joining its sister ship Sun Princess, which was named Condé Nast Traveler Mega Ship of the Year for a second consecutive year. The company operates as part of Carnival Corporation & plc, a major player in the global cruise industry. This collaboration between inGroup and Princess Cruises highlights the evolving landscape of travel partnerships and the increasing importance of strategic alliances in providing comprehensive travel solutions to consumers worldwide.