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Princess Cruises launched its first-ever season of Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral with the arrival of Caribbean Princess. The ship began with a four-day Thanksgiving cruise to Turks & Caicos, marking the start of 19 additional cruise departures to the Eastern and Western Caribbean through April 2025. The 3,140-guest vessel offers various itineraries ranging from six to eight days, featuring destinations like Nassau, Grand Turk, St. Thomas, and Cozumel. The ship provides 1,571 staterooms and includes family-friendly amenities, MedallionClass technology, and inclusive packages offering up to 65% savings on amenities.

Cunard has partnered with Talk Art podcast hosts Russell Tovey and Robert Diament to create an immersive, self-guided art tour for the Queen Anne cruise ship. The vessel, which launched in May, features the largest curated art collection at sea with over 4,300 artworks from more than 300 artists. The podcast-style tour showcases 40+ pieces, including works by Michael James O'Brien and Susumu Kamijo. The collection combines emerging talents from prestigious art institutions with established artists, featuring various mediums from photographs to sculptures, all displayed using 500 different framing methods.

Princess Cruises has partnered with Kylie Minogue to add her No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé to their exclusive 'Love Line Premium Liquors' collection. The alcohol-free wine, which has sold 17 million bottles globally since 2020, will be available across the Princess fleet.

The beverage is crafted using European premium grapes and green tea from Yunnan, China, offering notes of fresh strawberries and berries with a crisp finish. At just 22 calories per 100ml, it provides a sophisticated non-alcoholic alternative that maintains premium taste and elegance.

A pioneering neuroscience study conducted aboard Cunard's Queen Mary 2 has revealed significant cognitive benefits of ocean travel. The research, involving 40 guests on a Transatlantic Crossing, demonstrated that five days at sea can increase cognitive abilities by an average of 26%. Key findings showed a 29% improvement in short-term memory recall, a 125% increase in complex problem-solving ability, and a 14% improvement in attention levels. Participants also experienced a 158% increase in perceived relaxation, with physiological stress levels decreasing by 35%. The study, conducted by Human Understanding Agency, Walnut, used biometric tools to measure cognitive and physiological changes before and after the voyage.

Cunard reveals groundbreaking neuroscience research conducted aboard Queen Mary 2, demonstrating significant cognitive benefits of ocean travel. A study involving 40 guests on a Transatlantic Crossing showed that five days at sea can increase cognitive abilities by an average of 26%. Key findings include a 29% improvement in short-term memory recall, a 125% increase in complex problem-solving ability, and a 14% improvement in attention levels. Participants also experienced a 158% increase in perceived relaxation, with physiological stress levels decreasing by 35%. The research, conducted by Human Understanding Agency, Walnut, used biometric tools to measure cognitive and physiological changes before and after the voyage.

Carnival announced key leadership changes across its cruise brands. Gus Antorcha, current Holland America Line president, will lead Princess Cruises from Dec. 2, 2024, replacing John Padgett. Beth Bodensteiner, currently senior VP and chief commercial officer, is promoted to Holland America Line president. Mark Tamis joins as Seabourn president, replacing Natalya Leahy. Under Antorcha's leadership, Holland America achieved its largest single booking day and strongest financial results in 16 years. Bodensteiner brings 20 years of experience, while Tamis has over three decades in ultra-luxury cruising and hospitality.

Princess Cruises launches a new global advertising campaign, 'Love Boat by Hannah,' featuring Emmy-winning Ted Lasso actress Hannah Waddingham. The campaign reimagines the iconic Love Boat theme song, with Waddingham recording at Miami's Criteria Recording Studios. The ads showcase Waddingham enjoying various cruise experiences aboard a Princess ship, filmed in cinematic style by director Dave Laden. The campaign will be distributed across multiple platforms in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia, including connected TV, digital platforms, social media, and cinemas. Waddingham, who serves as Godmother of the new Sun Princess, brings modern appeal to the brand while honoring its legacy.

Holland America Line announces a Black Friday sale from Nov. 21 to Dec. 1, 2024, offering deals on over 800 cruises through October 2026. The promotion includes up to 25% off cruise fares, free prepaid crew appreciation (potentially saving over $1,000 per person), 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests in the same stateroom.

The offer is combinable with the 'Have It All' premium fare, which adds benefits like shore excursions, a Signature Beverage Package, specialty dining, and Wi-Fi. The sale applies to various destinations including Alaska, Asia, Caribbean, Mediterranean, and more, with taxes and fees included in all cruise fares.

Holland America Line has reintroduced live cooking shows across its fleet, showcasing regional culinary specialties and locally sourced seafood from their Global Fresh Fish Program. The demonstrations, co-hosted by each ship's executive chef and cruise & travel director, occur at least twice per seven-day sailing. Guests can learn cooking techniques, taste the prepared dishes in the Dining Room, and take home recipes. The shows feature region-specific dishes, from Alaskan salmon bowls to Caribbean grouper and Asian curry, reflecting the cruise's destination.