Cruise ships

Mardi Gras Makes First-Ever Call At Amber Cove, Dominican Republic, On Maiden Voyage

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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AMBER COVE, Dominican Republic, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As part of Carnival Cruise Line's highly anticipated return to guest operations, the line's newest and most innovative ship Mardi Gras arrived in Amber Cove, Dominican Republic, today, marking the ship's second port of call on its maiden voyage.

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  • AMBER COVE, Dominican Republic, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As part of Carnival Cruise Line's highly anticipated return to guest operations, the line's newest and most innovative ship Mardi Gras arrived in Amber Cove, Dominican Republic, today, marking the ship's second port of call on its maiden voyage.
  • Mardi Gras' leadership team joined local government officials for a ceremonial plaque exchange to commemorate the arrival of the line's flagship.
  • "We are delighted to begin our Mardi Gras sailings and offer guests an opportunity to experience all of the beauty of Amber Cove while providing a much-needed boost to the local economy," said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.
  • Mardi Gras will sail year-round from Port Canaveral, offering seven-day itineraries to the eastern and western Caribbean.

THE COMEBACK CONTINUES! Celebrity Equinox is Fleet's Eighth Ship in Eight Weeks to Begin Sailing, Bringing Guests Long-Awaited Vacation Experiences Once Again

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Sunday, July 25, 2021
Cruise ships, Ships, Tourism, Celebrity Silhouette, Celebrity Summit, Celebrity Flora, Celebrity Millennium

"Bringing a large cruise ship back into service isn't as easy as turning the ignition key.

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  • "Bringing a large cruise ship back into service isn't as easy as turning the ignition key.
  • In early July, Celebrity Summit took over the service, allowing Celebrity Millennium to reposition for the Alaska season.
  • On July 3, Celebrity Silhouette began taking guests from Southampton, UK around and along the British Isles and coastline.
  • Celebrity Flora, the luxurious, state-of-the-art mega-yacht, fulfilled guests' bucket lists as it resumed sailing the magical Galapagos Islands on July 4.

AIDA Cruises expands cruise program with new voyages with AIDAprima and AIDAblu

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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ROSTOCK,Germany, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AIDA Cruises today announced it will expand its vacation program with new cruises during the fall/winter season 2021-2022, offering travelers a broad range of vacation options.

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  • ROSTOCK,Germany, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AIDA Cruises today announced it will expand its vacation program with new cruises during the fall/winter season 2021-2022, offering travelers a broad range of vacation options.
  • After the end of the Greece season, AIDAblu will be deployed in the Canary Islands from November until the end of December 2021.
  • At the beginning of 2022, AIDAblu sets course for the Mediterranean, offering seven-day cruises from Palma de Mallorca in January and February.
  • AIDA Cruises will shortly announce its complete holiday program for the fall/winter season 2021-2022.

Princess Cruises Announces Discovery Princess Senior Officers

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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"The entire Princess team, both ashore and at sea, would like to congratulate and recognize Captain Arma and Captain Smith on their notable and hard-earned appointments to lead our newest ship, Discovery Princess," said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president.

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  • "The entire Princess team, both ashore and at sea, would like to congratulate and recognize Captain Arma and Captain Smith on their notable and hard-earned appointments to lead our newest ship, Discovery Princess," said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president.
  • Discovery Princess offers the innovative technology, spectacular style and design features of its sister ships Royal Princess, Regal Princess, Majestic Princess, Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess.
  • He was named Chief Engineer in 2011 on Ruby Princess and has since served on various ships including Crown Princess and Royal Princess.
  • Over his 17-year career with Princess, he's served on a variety of vessels, including Royal Princess, Regal Princess and Enchanted Princess.

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Next Episode Of "EMBARK - The Series"

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Cruise ships, Ships, Travel, Norwegian Cruise Line, Transport, Norwegian Gem, Cruise

The episode showcases how NCL is preparing for its great cruise comeback with contactless technologies designed to enhance the guest experience and support elevated health and safety protocols as well as highlight new product offerings and experiences.

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  • The episode showcases how NCL is preparing for its great cruise comeback with contactless technologies designed to enhance the guest experience and support elevated health and safety protocols as well as highlight new product offerings and experiences.
  • Viewers will also have a first look at the Company's new cruise terminal at Port Miami, an iconic beacon on the Miami skyline.
  • This "All Hands on Deck" episode also follows executives including Frank Del Rio, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, and Harry Sommer, brand president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line, as they visit Norwegian Gem to discuss the upcoming renovations to the ship.
  • For more information about the Company's award-winning 17-ship fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784), or visit www.ncl.com .

Cunard Announces "Grand Escape Voyages," featuring more than 40 new Itineraries sailing from October 2021 through May 2022

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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"We are excited about our Grand Escape Voyages, our full return to sailing," said Jamie Paiko, VP Sales, Cunard.

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  • "We are excited about our Grand Escape Voyages, our full return to sailing," said Jamie Paiko, VP Sales, Cunard.
  • "We are thrilled to announce our new 'Grand Escape Voyages,' as we celebrate Cunard's full return to sailing," said Jamie Paiko, Vice President of Sales, Cunard North America.
  • "These new itineraries will not disappoint our dedicated guests who have eagerly been waiting for the opportunity to sail on their favorite ship.
  • For more information about Cunard, or to book a voyage, contact yourTravel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273 or visit https://www.cunard.com/en-us/grand-escape-voyages .

Atlas Ocean Voyages Names Cruise Veteran Sean O'Shea World Navigator's Inaugural Entertainment Director

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxe-adventure cruise brand Atlas Ocean Voyages announced the appointment of industry veteran and entertainment headliner Sean O'Shea as World Navigator's inaugural Entertainment Director.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxe-adventure cruise brand Atlas Ocean Voyages announced the appointment of industry veteran and entertainment headliner Sean O'Shea as World Navigator's inaugural Entertainment Director.
  • Sean will lead the casually elegant cruise brand's entertainment and convivial ambience aboard Atlas' first small, luxury expedition ship.
  • "We are happy to have Sean as the inaugural Entertainment Director and Alyssa as Adventure and Club Director," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
  • World Navigator will be joined by World Traveller and World Seeker in 2022 and World Adventurer and World Discoverer in 2023.

Carnival Cruise Line Returns To Guest Operations From PortMiami, Bolstering Local Economic Impact

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Sunday, July 4, 2021
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In Miami-Dade alone, cruise activity generates approximately $7 billion of spend and 40,000 jobs annually.

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  • In Miami-Dade alone, cruise activity generates approximately $7 billion of spend and 40,000 jobs annually.
  • Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy, Carnival Corporation President and CEO Arnold Donald and Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald kicked off the festivities with a ribbon-cutting ceremony officially welcoming guests on board.
  • For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit www.carnival.com , or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
  • Carnival Cruise Line is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line with a total of 24 ships, sailing from 14 U.S. homeports and employing more than 40,000 team members from 120 nationalities.

Celebrity Flora Fulfills Long-Awaited Bucket-List Moments for Wanderlust Travelers as Celebrity Cruises Returns to the Galapagos Islands

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Sunday, July 4, 2021
Cruise ships, Travel, Tourism, Celebrity Xploration, Ships, MS Xpedition, Xpedition, Galapagos, Celebrity Flora, Galápagos Islands

The sailing will be shortly followed by the award-winning Celebrity Xpedition on July 24 and the intimate 16-passenger Celebrity Xploration on September 18.

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  • The sailing will be shortly followed by the award-winning Celebrity Xpedition on July 24 and the intimate 16-passenger Celebrity Xploration on September 18.
  • They will both equally explore the Galapagos with Northern and Southern Loop itineraries, while offering ultimate individual indulgences.
  • "The Galapagos islands are a treasure and a destination that is incomparable to any other in the world.
  • Combining unparalleled luxury and specular vistas, Celebrity Flora was built specifically to navigate the waters of this natural paradise.

Carnival Cruise Line Kicks Off Its First Cruise From The U.S. With Carnival Vista Sailing From Galveston This Afternoon

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Saturday, July 3, 2021
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Carnival Vista will set sail this afternoon at 4 p.m. for a weeklong cruise with stops in Mahogany Bay (Isla Roatan), Cozumel and Belize City.

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  • Carnival Vista will set sail this afternoon at 4 p.m. for a weeklong cruise with stops in Mahogany Bay (Isla Roatan), Cozumel and Belize City.
  • Carnival Cruise Line was the first cruise line to recognize the incredible potential of Galveston as a homeport, launching the port's first year-round cruises in 2000.
  • For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit www.carnival.com , or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
  • Carnival Cruise Line is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line with a total of 24 ships, sailing from 14 U.S. homeports and employing more than 40,000 team members from 120 nationalities.