May 2018

Safety First,
Together and Always
Do not use faulty equipment or appliances. Princess receives
We are committed to high standards of
safety. If you discover broken equipment Hollywood Walk of
or appliances, please speak up and take the
following steps: Fame star plaque
Princess Cruises and the original cast of the
1. Do not use it or attempt to make it work.
“The Love Boat” were recently presented
2. Remove it from service. a Hollywood Walk of Fame honorary star
plaque in recognition of our contributions
3. Report it to your supervisor. to the history of television and support for
the preservation of the Walk of Fame.
Follow up with your supervisor to make sure a work order has
“Today marks another extraordinary day in
been created.
the history of Princess Cruises," remarked
We are expanding employee programs related to health, the Jan Swartz, Group President, Princess
environment, safety, security, and sustainability. Look forward to Cruises and Carnival Australia. "We are
upcoming announcements, including a new HESS Employee of honored to be recognized, along with the
the Month program. original cast of 'The Love Boat,' as Friends
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of the Walk of Fame.”

Our top CRUISE honor

Each year, President Jan Swartz selects winners for The
President’s Awards and $1,000 cash prizes. See our list of
honorees on the back cover.
The star plaque is located on Hollywood
Boulevard in front of the main entrance to
the Dolby Theater.
Header Image: Original cast of "The Love Boat"

our shared purpose to share our world, share our hearts and create lasting memories
North to Alaska offers more for guests
Our popular North to Alaska programs feature events and activities including presentations from real Alaskan
voices, authors, photographers, and adventurers. In addition, many program favorites will return, such as
Puppies in the Piazza, Libby Riddles, and our amazing Lumberjacks.
Head north
for fresh foods
Sampling world-famous Alaska seafood is
one of our guests’ favorite Alaska cruise
activities on board, with King Crab,
salmon, and popular dishes from local
Alaska restaurants on the menu.
Fresh Alaska Seafood
Dedicated Alaska cuisine will be included on
themed nights in the main dining rooms and
Best Cruise line
in Alaska special menus in the Crown Grill and Bayou Cafe.
11 consecutive years
Local Dives
– Travel Weekly
Princess has partnered with some of the best
local eateries in Alaska to provide true Alaska
favorites at our top deck grill including Crab
Cakes, Fish Tacos, and a Seafood Chowder.
Cook My Catch
Our chefs cook and serve fish caught while on
select Princess fishing excursions. From ocean to
table – it doesn’t get much fresher than this!
Meet the real Alaskans
Guests find out first-hand from our presenters the
amazing stories and inner secrets of the remarkable land
we know as Alaska. A few of our real Alaskans include:
NEW! Capturing the Last Frontier
Award-winning photographers Carl Johnson and Daryl
Pederson share their Alaska photography experiences as
Which crew member from
well as offer tips and tricks on how to snap frame-worthy
the Aleutian Ballad got the boot?
Alaska photos.
Puppies in the Piazza
Some of Skagway’s newest sled dogs come aboard!
Guests may take a picture with the puppies and meet
their dog handlers.
Tales from the Deadliest Catch
Captain David Lethin and his shipmates from Deadliest
Catch tell of true-life adventures.
Susan Conrad, Author & Adventurer
Susan Conrad regales guests with her physical and
emotional journey kayaking the 1,200 mile Inside Passage.
Living like a Logger Head
An actual Alaskan lumberjack demonstrates logging skills
and leads an authentic axe-throwing competition with
selected guests.
In addition to other Alaskan voices, our North to Alaska
program includes fun for the whole family with A Night at
the Klondike, our Alaska Explorer Youth Program featuring
National Park Rangers, and more. Visit Portholes for details.
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Life at sea
Congratulations to our Shipboard President’s Award Winners
We are delighted to announce our 2017 CRUISE President’s Award winners. Our winners are:

CB - Kenneth Milarpes Samson AP - Cleto Tattoli RU - Lino Berroya

Production Assistant Chief Stoker Senior Carpenter
CO - Jesus Lopez Senedo IP - Douglas Ringo SA - Carmelito Roberto Imperial, Jr.
Fitter Mechanic Housekeeping Attendant Laundry Master
KP - Rizalino Santos Lopez MJ - Melwin Sequeira CP - Pravin Naskar
Stateroom Steward General Galley Steward Housekeeping Clerk
DI - Oleksandar Bondar PA - Melissa Ling Pei-Ling TP - Ariel Cruzet Lagana
Housekeeping Attendant Customer Services Agent Waiter
EP - Maria Christina Virgo Jarque Veloso GP - Sawat Khampun SP - Stephanie Peteros
Stateroom Steward Bartender 2nd Commis Chef
NP - Athos Cesar Favalli Ferraz RP - Khushali Anant Borker
Customer Service Agent Stateroom Steward

Golden Princess and crew made their first call to Shimizu, Japan. Galley warriors prepare an appreciation dinner for 100% USPH and
US Coast Guard inspections.

Guests and crew on Island Princess created a memorable 100th Crew tour the underside of Crown Princess during drydock
Birthday for traveler Jack Miles.

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