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Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) is a British-American cruise operator, recognized as the largest global cruise company. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company boasts a diverse portfolio of ten cruise line brands, including Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; Aida in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; and P&O Cruises in Australia. Carnival's fleet encompasses over 100 vessels, providing a range of memorable vacation experiences worldwide.
With 92 ships in service by the end of fiscal 2023, Carnival has demonstrated significant recovery and growth, especially after the pandemic. The company saw nearly 13 million guests in 2019, a figure they matched again in 2023. Among its notable achievements and current projects, Carnival continues to innovate in sustainable travel. Holland America Line, for example, began a long-term biofuel test on its flagship, Rotterdam, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions significantly.
Recent news highlights the company's commitment to enriching guest experiences. Princess Cruises introduced an immersive 'Voyage to the Stars' experience in Alaska, while Holland America Line's Global Fresh Fish Program was featured on 'Top Chef'. Additionally, Seabourn's launch of its Zero @ Sea mixology program showcases unique non-alcoholic cocktails, responding to evolving guest preferences.
Carnival Corporation's future projects are also promising. The Princess Cruises fleet is set to expand its itineraries in Japan and Southeast Asia for the 2025-26 season, with Diamond Princess leading the way. Moreover, the Seabourn Odyssey will offer nostalgic final voyages through Alaska before transitioning out of the fleet.
Financially, Carnival Corporation continues to show resilience and growth, reflected in their latest fiscal reports and quarterly earnings. Investors and stakeholders can look forward to a conference call scheduled on June 25, 2024, to discuss second-quarter financial results. This proactive engagement underscores Carnival's dedication to transparency and shareholder value.
Princess Cruises introduces MedallionNet Max, an enhanced Wi-Fi service powered by Starlink, available in Princess Plus and Premier packages. This connectivity upgrade caters to the growing trend of 'workcations,' with 74% of Americans considering combining work and vacation. MedallionNet Max is particularly beneficial for Princess' Epic Voyages, which include:
1. World Cruises: Up to 116-day journeys covering 35,000 nautical miles
2. Journeys Far & Away: 11 to 33-day trips to remote destinations
3. Immersive Itineraries: 17 to 31-day regional explorations
4. Ocean Crossings: 13 to 24-day trans-oceanic voyages
These Epic Voyages offer diverse experiences, from wildlife encounters to cultural immersions, with departures from various global ports. Princess Cruises aims to provide seamless connectivity and premium amenities across all journeys, enhancing the appeal of longer voyages for today's digitally connected travelers.
Princess Cruises has announced its largest summer Caribbean cruise season for 2026, featuring over 90 voyages from two Florida ports. Regal Princess and Caribbean Princess will depart from Ft. Lauderdale and Port Canaveral, offering trips to all Caribbean regions. Highlights include:
1. Port Canaveral: 7-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises, combinable for 14-day adventures.
2. Ft. Lauderdale: 7-day Eastern or Western Caribbean, 8-day Southern Caribbean, and 14-day combination cruises.
3. Special Southern Caribbean Islander cruises at the season's start and end.
Captain's Circle members can receive up to $200 in onboard spending money if booked by October 31, 2024. Both ships offer the Princess MedallionClass experience and inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier for added amenities and savings.
Seabourn has announced a stellar lineup of entertainment and speakers for its 2024 90-day Grand Africa Voyage on the Seabourn Sojourn. The voyage will include a new collection of cast shows and performances from 28 acclaimed guest entertainers, plus conversations with renowned experts, explorers, and dignitaries.
Featured performers include West End star Ricardo Afonso, soul singer and American Idol star Michael Lynche, comedian Tony Daro, and South African musical ensemble The Charl du Plessis Trio. Seabourn will also introduce an all-new entertainment concept, The Seabourn Six, produced by Belinda King Creative Productions.
The Seabourn Conversations series will feature luminaries such as explorer Riaan Manser, former private secretary to Nelson Mandela Zelda La Grange, wildlife photographer Chris Fallows, primatologist Dr. Mireya Mayor, and Iceland's First Lady Eliza Reid.
The voyage departs on November 30, 2024, from Barcelona and visits 42 destinations across 20 countries.
Seabourn, a leader in ultra-luxury cruising, has unveiled new itineraries for Seabourn Quest from December 2025 to April 2026. The ship will explore Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Polynesia, and the Panama Canal, offering 22 itineraries across 46 destinations in 13 countries. Highlights include:
- New 10-day roundtrip voyages from Papeete, Tahiti
- 15-day voyages in Australia and New Zealand
- 19-day Panama Canal passage from Long Beach to Miami
- Overnight stays in select ports
- Itineraries ranging from 10 to 48 days
The voyages feature unique experiences such as eco-cultural tours in Australia and wildlife encounters in New Zealand. Onboard, guests will enjoy Seabourn's all-inclusive luxury, personalized service, and enhanced connectivity with SpaceX's Starlink.
Princess Cruises has unveiled an enhanced Princess Premier package for $90 per person per day, setting a new standard for all-inclusive travel. The package now includes:
1. Unlimited Premier Beverage Package: Unlimited drinks up to $20 each, including alcoholic beverages and specialty coffees.
2. Unlimited Specialty Dining: Access to world-class restaurants every evening.
3. Unlimited MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi: Prioritized access to high-quality bandwidth.
Additional perks include unlimited premium fitness classes, reserved theater seating, and crew gratuities. The package offers over 70% savings on included amenities and will be available for voyages departing from August 31, 2024.
Cunard has announced that two Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux will return for a new series of Le Gavroche at Sea residencies in 2025. The chef will oversee four residencies across four Fjords voyages on Queen Anne and Queen Mary 2 between April and August. Guests can expect five-course tasting menus featuring Norwegian seafood specialties and elevated culinary classics.
In addition to the residencies, Roux will launch an elevated seafood concept called Oysters at The Champagne Bar (Queen Mary 2) and Oysters at Carinthia Lounge (Queen Anne). The chef will also host live cooking demonstrations and appear as an Insight Speaker during the voyages. Reservations for Le Gavroche at Sea will be an additional charge, catering to up to 60 diners in The Verandah and 50 in Sir Samuels each evening.
Princess Cruises has announced the launch of MedallionNet Max, a new high-performance Wi-Fi service exclusively available in Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages starting August 31. This upgrade aims to meet the demands of digitally-connected travelers and expand the cruise vacation market. Princess will offer two tiers of Wi-Fi service: MedallionNet Classic and MedallionNet Max.
To showcase the new service, Princess will host a unique land/sea UGC competition using a custom Minecraft world, featuring 32 popular gamers. The event will pit 8 gamers aboard Enchanted Princess against 24 playing from home, streamed to millions of fans online.
Princess Cruises continues to lead in onboard connectivity, offering access to various satellite constellations and 5G terrestrial networks. The new service aims to provide the best possible onboard experience with maximum value for guests exploring over 330 destinations worldwide.
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2026 Europe season, featuring four ships offering Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canary Island, and transatlantic cruises. The season includes:
- Oosterdam exploring the Mediterranean with 7-14 day itineraries from five homeports
- Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam sailing Northern Europe from Rotterdam and Dover
- Six Celestial Cruises including solar eclipse and Northern Lights voyages
- 11 departure cities and 12 overnight ports
The cruise line offers Collectors' Voyages up to 42 days, combining non-repeating itineraries. Early booking bonuses include free prepaid crew appreciation and upgrades to Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.
Holland America Line has announced new Celestial Cruises for 2026, featuring three solar eclipse sailings and inaugural Northern Lights cruises. The itineraries include:
1. Three ships positioned for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse viewing.
2. Two Northern Lights cruises aboard Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam.
3. A Summer Solstice cruise above the Arctic Circle.
The cruises offer expert lectures, themed activities, and prime viewing locations for celestial events. Bookings open July 31, with early booking bonuses available. The Have It All premium package includes shore excursions, specialty dining, beverage packages, and Wi-Fi, plus free prepaid crew appreciation for a time.
Princess Cruises has unveiled three exclusive packages for its second Conjurer's Cruise aboard the new Sun Princess, sailing from November 9-16, 2024. The cruise will feature headline performances by actor and magician Michael Carbonaro and showcase the newly launched 'Extraordinary Experience' called Spellbound.
The packages include:
- Apprentice Package ($275 per person): Exclusive events and early access to performances
- Enchanter Package ($545 per person): Additional benefits including a special breakfast and full Spellbound experience
- Conjurer Package ($795 per person): Top-tier offering with magic classes and intimate events with performers
The cruise will offer various magical events and activities throughout the ship, including performances, lectures, and themed experiences.
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