More Than 550 Guests Shared Unforgettable Memories in “Share Your Princess Story” Contest

Princess Cruises reveals the four winners of its “Share Your Princess Story” contest, who will ride aboard the cruise line’s spectacular floral float in the 138th Rose Parade® presented by Honda on January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, Calif.

“Reading the personal entries for ‘Share Your Princess Story’ moved us deeply at Princess,” said Marie Lee, Princess Cruises Chief Marketing Officer. “We are honored that guests opened their hearts and trusted us with the people, milestones and moments that have shaped their lives. Their stories affirmed what Princess is all about: bringing people together, deepening connections and creating meaning that lasts long after the voyage ends. On New Year’s Day, we are privileged to welcome the winners aboard our float and celebrate every guest who shared a part of their life with us.”

The four winning Princess guests are:

Brent Mack – Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada

Story Theme: Twenty Cruises, Two Generations and a Lifetime of Memories

Favorite Princess Cruise: Hawaii

Next Princess Cruise: Alaska

Since his first Princess cruise in 2002, Brent has discovered that the greatest rewards of cruising aren’t simply the destinations, but the memories created along the way. From a romantic honeymoon balcony dinner to helicopter adventures over Alaska’s glaciers and Hawaii’s volcanoes, his journeys have been filled with unforgettable experiences. Most meaningful has been watching his oldest daughter grow up aboard Princess ships, progressing through the youth programs and eventually performing in the finals of Voice of the Ocean. Now, with his youngest daughter beginning her own cruising adventures at the age of 5, Brent looks forward to his 20th Princess voyage in 2027 and another chapter of family memories that is still being written.

Ralph Menzel – Alexandria, Va.

Story Theme: A Lifelong Dream Fulfilled and the Magic of Unexpected Moments

Favorite Princess Cruise Destination: Panama Canal

Next Princess Cruise: Baltics/Scandinavia

For Ralph, Princess Cruises has been a way to celebrate life’s milestones and turn lifelong dreams into reality. His first Princess voyage in 2009 celebrated his retirement after 30 years in the U.S. Air Force, but his most unforgettable journey came in 2024 when, after two canceled attempts, he finally experienced the Panama Canal, a destination he had dreamed of visiting since childhood. The voyage became even more extraordinary when Princess positioned the ship at sea for a rare total solar eclipse, creating a once-in-a-lifetime memory shared with his wife of nearly 40 years. His story celebrates discovery and the joy of experiencing life’s extraordinary moments together.

Jane Moore – Parrish, Fla.

Story Theme: Four Generations of Family Memories at Sea

Favorite Princess Cruise Destination: The Amazon and Norwegian Fjords

Next Princess Cruise: Iceland

What began 25 years ago as an Alaska cruise celebrating her parents’ 50th wedding anniversary has blossomed into a cherished family tradition spanning four generations. From unforgettable mother-daughter adventures around the world to annual “Daughters Cruises” with her sisters, including a special voyage celebrating her mother’s 90th birthday, Princess Cruises has been a constant thread connecting Jane’s family through life’s most meaningful milestones.

Celeste Niebuhr-Eddleman – Lake Zurich, IL.

Story Theme: Growing Together Through Every Chapter of Family Life

Favorite Princess Cruise: Mediterranean

Next Princess Cruise: Australia/New Zealand

For Celeste, Princess Cruises has been her family’s “second home,” bringing loved ones together through childhood adventures, wedding anniversaries, retirements and now grandchildren. From snorkeling with her children in the Caribbean to exploring ancestral roots in Europe and celebrating her 40th wedding anniversary on a Mediterranean voyage, Princess has provided the setting for decades of meaningful connections and shared discoveries. As her family grows to include new generations, Celeste is already planning a special cruise to celebrate her 45th wedding anniversary, continuing a tradition that has strengthened family bonds and created memories across generations.

Each winner will receive a trip for two to Pasadena, Calif., and the opportunity to ride aboard the Princess Cruises float as it travels down Colorado Boulevard during the 2027 Rose Parade.

“Welcome Aboard – Find Your Story”

The four winners will have a “float”-row seat for Princess’ return to the Rose Parade for a second consecutive year aboard its “Welcome Aboard – Find Your Story” float, inspired by the 2027 Pasadena Tournament of Roses® theme, “Welcome.”

Celebrating discovery, connection and the sense of belonging that comes with exploring the world, the destination-inspired float will showcase some of the places Princess guests can experience around the globe, including Alaska, Japan, Australia and Europe.

Designed and built by Artistic Entertainment Services, the Princess float will measure approximately 55 feet long and 22 feet high and feature more than 320,000 flowers, seeds, bark, leaves and other natural materials. Rich floral textures, vibrant colors and animation will bring the destinations to life as the float travels along the iconic Rose Parade route.

For more than 60 years, Princess has welcomed millions of guests aboard its ships, becoming part of milestone celebrations, family vacations, friendships, love stories and journeys around the world. The four contest winners will represent those millions of guest stories as they “sail” down Colorado Boulevard on New Year’s Day.

The Rose Parade draws approximately 800,000 spectators along Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena and more than 28 million U.S. television viewers, with millions more watching around the world.