Carnival Cruises News
Carnival Cruise Lines’ Web Site Ranks First In Keynote Systems’ Study
Carnival Cruise lines web site ranks first in keynote systems’ study of on-line consumers travel sites.
Carnival Introduces Severe Weather and Job Loss Protection
Carnival Cruise Lines has enhanced its Cruise Vacation Protection Plan (VPP) to include severe weather watch/warning protection, as well as job loss protection. The enhanced features apply to plan purchases made July 15, 2009 and after.
130,000-Ton Carnival Dream Set New Standard In Shipboard
The massive scale of Carnival’s newest and largest “Fun Ship,” the 130,000-ton Carnival Dream, combined with recent technological advancements and the incredible imagination of the line’s entertainment team, have created the most spectacular shows at sea that raise the bar on shipboard entertainment.
Carnival Cruises Commemorate Launch of First Year-Round Cruise Program
Later today, Carnival Cruise Lines and the Port of Baltimore will launch the city’s first year-round cruise schedule when the 2,124-passenger Carnival Pride sails on its inaugural departure from Baltimore.
Carnival Ecstasy undergoes multi-million-dollar refurbishment
The 2,052-passenger Carnival Ecstasy will undergo an extensive, multi-million-dollar refurbishment this fall that will include the addition of an expansive new water park, an exclusive adults-only retreat, a Circle “C” facility for 12- to 14-year olds, and a redesigned resort-style main pool area. Additionally, 98 balconies will be added to existing ocean view staterooms.
Carnival cuts outlooks on discounting
Carnival Cruises has defied tough market conditions by posting a 10 percent rise in first quarter profits on lower oil costs and higher booking volumes. However the group, the world’s largest cruise ship operator, cut its full-year outlook because of sharp discounting to fill its ships.The Miami-based group, which has 11 brands, including P&O Cruises and Cunard Line, also lowered its guidance on net revenue yield - a key measure detailing the amount cruise companies make from their passengers after subtracting expenses.
Carnival Cruise lures early bookers
Carnival Cruise Lines is currently offering Early Saver rates providing savings of up to $200 per person on summer and fall cruises for those who plan ahead and book early.Early Saver rates are available up to three months prior to sailing date for cruises of five days or less and up to five months prior to sailing date for longer length voyages. The special fares include all stateroom types, including suites, and come with a rate protection feature if rates later drop below what the consumer originally paid.
Carnival Conquest resumed service this week from Galveston, Texas
The 2,974-passenger
Carnival axes Ocean Village
Carnival UK has announced it is axing its Ocean Village line, which it set up five years ago to provide ‘cruises for people who don’t do cruises’. Its fleet of two ships will be redeployed in Australia under sister companies P&O Cruises and Cunard.
Giles Hawke, Sales Director, Carnival @ WTM 2007
Breaking Travel News interview Giles Hawke, Sales Director, Carnival discusses booking engine enhancements and new product developments.
Carnival Cruise names new spa
“Cloud 9 Spa” has been selected as the name for the luxurious 21,000-square-foot health and fitness facility aboard Carnival Cruise Lines’ new 113,300-ton Carnival Splendor, which is scheduled to launch the line’s first Northern Europe cruise program July 13, 2008.