SANTA CLARITA, Calif.,
May 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Bear
sightings for Princess Cruises guests in Alaska are one of the most highly anticipated
experiences during a cruise to the "Great Land." For the upcoming
summer 2017 Alaska cruise season, beginning May 15, all Princess guests will
meet a new bear mascot on board named Stanley.
Named in a Facebook contest that generated nearly 9,000 entries,
Stanley was chosen in honor of the founder of Princess Cruises,
Stanley B. McDonald. Stanley will
appear on all Alaska sailings and interact with guests through
various entertainment activities with engaging photo opportunities.
On formal nights, he will dress up in his Captain's uniform and
during the day wear themed apparel, such as a lumberjack outfit,
tied to the destination. Stanley will also hold storytime hours for
kids at the teen and youth centers.
As Stanley falls in love with cruising, he will decide to skip
winter hibernation and become a stowaway, traveling the world
aboard Princess ships. He will make surprise appearances on the
cruise line's newest addition, Majestic Princess, just in time for
the inaugural festivities in Shanghai. From there, Stanley will embark on
Princess sailings to Europe,
Asia, Japan and Australia.
"Introducing Stanley, our new mascot bear, offers our guests a
fun and interactive experience tied to the places we sail," said
Kelli Coleman, vice president retail
services, Princess Cruises. "We're excited to see in which Princess
destinations around the world he ends up to surprise and delight
our guests."
Stanley will always pack appropriately for the destination and
wear custom clothing during his visits. For example, in
China Stanley will be adorned in a
traditional Tang suit and cap, while in Japan he'll debut a Yukata outfit. On board,
guests can participate in a daily "Where on the ship is Stanley?"
contest, and expect him to be a special guest in Welcome Aboard
shows throughout the cruise.
Souvenir plush Stanley bears will also be available for
purchase on board in The Shops of Princess for $24.95.
Princess Cruises will donate a portion of the proceeds from the
sale of this bear to support PAWS: Princess Animal Welfare
Sponsor.
Guests can share their travel adventures with Stanley socially
using #StanleyAtSea
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or
by visiting the company's website at princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a
global cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 18 modern
cruise ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of
choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided with
the experience of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader
in worldwide cruising, Princess carries two million guests each
year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than
150 itineraries ranging in length from three to 111 days. The
company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL;
NYSE:CUK).
Newsroom:
Additional media information is available at princess.com/news.
For further information contact:
Brea Burkholz, 661-753-1542,
bburkholz@princesscruises.com
Negin Kamali, 661-753-1539,
nkamali@princesscruises.com
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SOURCE Princess Cruises