Princess Cruises Named #1 Mega Cruise Ship in Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards

Princess Cruises has been named the #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, earning one of the travel industry's most coveted honours and further establishing Princess' next-generation Sphere Class ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, among the world's most celebrated.

The recognition reflects the votes of Condé Nast Traveler readers and celebrates the exceptional cruise experience found aboard Princess' newest generation of ships, where innovative design, world-class dining and entertainment, inviting accommodations and warm, personalized service come together to create unforgettable vacations at sea.

"Being recognised, once again, by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler is an incredible honor and a tremendous testament to our entire Princess team," said Marie Lee, Princess Cruises Chief Marketing Officer. "

"Our Sphere-Class ships were designed to bring together everything guests love about Princess while introducing beautiful new spaces, experiences and innovations. Most importantly, this recognition belongs to our remarkable crew members who bring the Princess experience to life each day on every voyage with genuine warmth, dedication and hospitality."

With itineraries spanning Alaska (Star), the Mediterranean (Sun), Caribbean and beyond, the 177,000-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess and Star Princess represent a new generation of Princess ships, combining expansive ocean views and dramatic architectural spaces with the intimate, personalized service for which Princess is known.

The 2026 honour marks the third consecutive year Sun Princess has earned the top spot in the Mega Cruise Ship category, following wins in 2024 and 2025, while marking an impressive milestone for Star Princess  in her first year of eligibility for the Readers' Choice Awards, following her recognition earlier this year on Condé Nast Traveler's prestigious 2026 Hot List.