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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.
The Eighth Annual Samuel Cunard Prize for Vision, Courage, and Creativity was awarded to Blair McKeil on September 25, onboard Cunard's flagship Queen Mary 2 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The prize, established in 2015, honors individuals exemplifying Cunard's qualities. McKeil, Vice Chairman of McKeil Marine , led the company's evolution from a tug and barge operation to a leading marine service provider.
Under McKeil's leadership, the company grew to employ over 400 skilled crew members. His commitment to community and fostering a culture of respect among employees is highlighted as a significant part of his legacy. The award recognizes McKeil's dedication to Canada's maritime industry and his family business, demonstrating the values of Samuel Cunard.
Holland America Line is enhancing the holiday season with exclusive themed food and beverage menus across its fleet. The cruise line will offer festive culinary experiences for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's Eve. Highlights include:
- Traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and trimmings
- New 'Breakfast with Santa' event
- Christmas Eve menu featuring international dishes
- Hanukkah treats in Lido Market
- Special New Year's Eve dinner and celebrations
The cruise line aims to provide a stress-free holiday experience with diverse dining options. Festive cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Travelers can choose from various holiday itineraries in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii, with sailings ranging from 7 to 16 days.
Cunard has announced an extensive range of shore excursions for its 78-night South America Discovery voyage on Queen Victoria, departing from Southampton on January 9, 2025. This marks Cunard's return to South America since 2020, offering up to five-day shore excursions at iconic destinations like Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Patagonia, and the Chilean fjords.
Highlights include a four-day Overland to Machu Picchu, a five-day Overland to Galapagos, and a four-day Iguassa Falls experience. Other excursions feature city tours in Salvador, Lima, and Rio de Janeiro, as well as unique experiences like visiting Codpa Village and a sunset schooner cruise in Rio.
The voyage will also include special features such as a World Voyage cocktail party, a shoreside Gala event, and a unique commemorative gift for guests.
Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled extensive dining and beverage offerings for its new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, set to open on Grand Bahama in July 2025. The destination will feature over 30 food and beverage outlets, including:
- Four full-service restaurants
- A food hall
- Nine food trucks
- Five snack shacks
- Two counter-service kiosks
- Twelve bars
The offerings will include local Bahamian specialties, beachside favorites, seafood, barbeque, and various other cuisines. Some outlets will offer complimentary lunch options as part of the destination's 'Island Eats' program. Key features include waterfront dining at Mingo's Tropical Bar & Kitchen, slow-smoked meats at Surf N' Sauce BBQ & Brews, and Caribbean seafood at Gill's Grill. The destination will also offer unique experiences like swim-up bars and a swings bar.
Carnival (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, is making significant strides in reducing food waste across its global fleet. The company has surpassed its 2025 food waste reduction goal, achieving a 42% reduction compared to 2019 levels, and is on track to meet its 50% reduction target for 2030.
Costa Cruises, Carnival's Italian line, has expanded its 4GOODFOOD program to donate prepared, unserved food to local community food banks. The program now operates in 16 ports, including recent additions Palma de Mallorca and Valencia, and has donated over 300,000 portions of food since its inception in 2017.
The company's efforts include revising recipes, using Winnow kitchen scales to analyze waste, training galley staff, and implementing the 'Too Good to Waste' campaign to raise awareness among guests and crew.
Princess Cruises has added a second Total Solar Eclipse cruise option aboard the Sun Princess for the August 2026 eclipse. The cruise line adjusted the itinerary of the voyage departing Barcelona on August 8, 2026, to position the ship off southern Spain's coast on August 12 for two minutes and 18 seconds of totality.
The Sun Princess offers six Mediterranean voyage options ranging from 7 to 21 days, departing from various popular ports. These itineraries include stops at numerous destinations such as Rome, Athens, Barcelona, and more. During the eclipse, guests will gather on the top decks with safety glasses and enjoy astronomy lectures, themed activities, and stargazing.
This new offering follows the success of Princess Cruises' previous solar eclipse voyages. The 14-day Total Solar Eclipse Mediterranean cruise on the Sky Princess, sailing roundtrip from Southampton, is also available for the 2026 eclipse.
Seabourn, the ultra-luxury cruise line, has announced two new Solar Eclipse cruises for 2026, offering guests a unique opportunity to view the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, from Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. The voyages will be aboard Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Sojourn, strategically positioned for optimal viewing.
Seabourn Ovation will embark on a 14-day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse voyage from Dover to Reykjavik, while Seabourn Sojourn will offer a 10-Day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse cruise roundtrip from Barcelona. Both ships will feature special Seabourn Conversations programs with experts to educate guests about the solar eclipse.
The cruises will provide an all-inclusive 'Seabourn Difference' experience on intimate, yacht-like ships equipped with SpaceX's Starlink for enhanced connectivity. Bookings for these voyages and the Europe 2026 season will open on October 10, 2024.
Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2026 Japan cruise season, featuring the Diamond Princess for an extended period from February to November. The season includes 50 departures across 35 unique itineraries, visiting 38 destinations in three countries. Cruises range from 7 to 28 days, offering immersive experiences of Japanese culture, traditions, and landscapes.
Highlights include Spring Flowers cruises, Circle Japan Voyages, Southern Islands itineraries, and Japan Explorer voyages. The season also features opportunities to experience festivals like the Aomori Nebuta Festival and Kumano Fireworks Festival. Additionally, Princess Cruises offers Southeast Asia Grand Adventures in January 2026, exploring Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand.
The Diamond Princess, built in Japan, provides unique Japanese-inspired experiences onboard, including an Izumi Bath, regional cuisine, and traditional entertainment. Guests can enjoy Princess' MedallionClass experience and inclusive packages for added amenities.
Carnival & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, has scheduled a conference call for September 30, 2024, at 10 a.m. (EDT) to discuss its third quarter financial results. The results are expected to be released that morning. A simulcast of the call will be available on the company's websites. Carnival & plc operates a portfolio of cruise lines including AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn. The company is known for its industry-leading sustainability initiatives.
Princess Cruises has extended its "Better than Best Price Guarantee" offer through December 15, 2024, for 2025 and 2026 cruise bookings. This guarantee ensures guests the best available cruise fare, promising 120% of the difference as onboard credit if a lower fare is found before final payment. The offer aims to encourage early bookings while providing price confidence.
The cruise line highlights the value of booking now to secure preferred itineraries and accommodations. Princess Cruises offers vacations to over 335 destinations across 90+ countries. The fleet will expand to 17 ships in fall 2025 with the addition of Star Princess. Guests can also benefit from inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier, offering savings up to 65% on amenities.
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