🚢 Cruise Pulse

Ride Aboard Princess Cruises’ Float in the 2027 Rose Parade

Princess Cruises is inviting its top guests, specifically Captains Circle Elite members, to enter a contest for a chance to ride aboard the cruise line's floral float in the 138th Rose Parade on January 1, 2027. Eligible members can submit a 300- to 500-word essay sharing their memorable experiences with Princess. Four winners will be selected by October 6, 2026, and will receive a trip for two to Pasadena, including the opportunity to ride on the float. The float will be approximately 55 feet long and 22 feet high, featuring over 320,000 natural materials and showcasing destinations visited by Princess cruise ships, including Alaska, Japan, Australia, and Europe.
💡 What This Means For You

Captains Circle Elite members can submit their essays by September 22, 2026, for a chance to win a trip to the Rose Parade.

📝 Mark's Take

With the float's theme of Welcome, this contest offers a unique opportunity for loyal guests to share their Princess stories and be part of a grand celebration in Pasadena.

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