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

inGroup International executives participated as esteemed guests in the inaugural sailing of Princess Cruises' newest Sphere-class ship, Star Princess, during the November 7-10 launch event. Co-Founder and CEO Michael Hutchison and Commercial Partnerships Manager Tatiana Wegzyn represented the travel company at the official launch of what Princess Cruises describes as a new generation of cruise design offering next-level dining, entertainment, and signature hospitality.

The Star Princess represents the second vessel in Princess Cruises' innovative Sphere-class, marking what industry observers consider a significant milestone in premium cruising. Hutchison emphasized the importance of the relationship, stating that experiencing the Star Princess inaugural sailing reflected the strong partnership between the companies. "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," Hutchison said.

For inGroup International, which operates the inCruises travel club division, the participation supports the company's mission to provide members with what it describes as unparalleled travel access and value. The company continues to expand collaborations with leading premium cruise lines, with Princess Cruises representing a key partnership in this strategy. Wegzyn explained that firsthand experience with major launches like Star Princess helps the company better understand new features and guest experiences that members will soon enjoy through their travel platform.

Carmen Roig, SVP of Sales and Trade Marketing at Princess Cruises, acknowledged the alignment between the companies' values, noting inGroup's passion for creating meaningful travel experiences and its growing global community. "Their passion for creating meaningful travel experiences and their strong, growing global community truly align with what Princess stands for," Roig said. The partnership represents a strategic alignment between a major cruise operator and a subscription-based travel club that has booked more than 630,000 guests since its 2016 launch.

The collaboration has implications for the broader travel industry as subscription models and membership-based travel clubs continue to gain traction. For consumers, such partnerships potentially increase access to premium cruise experiences through alternative booking channels and reward systems. The inGroup International platform, available in 17 languages according to company information, offers nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide where members earn and redeem Reward Points.

Industry analysts note that partnerships between established cruise lines and travel clubs represent an evolving distribution channel in the travel sector. As premium cruise lines like Princess Cruises expand their fleet with innovative vessels like the Star Princess, collaborations with global travel communities provide additional pathways to market these new offerings. The Star Princess, which launched in October 2025 according to the cruise line, represents the latest in a series of new ship introductions across the industry that are changing passenger expectations for dining, entertainment, and onboard experiences.

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