(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (November 8, 2018) – Last night, Grammy Award®-winning artist Pitbull performed at an exclusive reception hosted by Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in cruise travel, at the 2018 CruiseWorld conference held in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The event was a testament to the company’s commitment to providing exceptional experiences including world-class entertainment. Armando Christian Perez, known globally as Pitbull, took to the stage giving a show-stopping performance to a packed room of attendees from across the travel and tourism industry. Known for his upbeat, Latin-influenced songs, Pitbull rocked the stage with his greatest hits, including “Don’t Stop The Party,” “Feel This Moment” and “Fireball”. The high-energy event was true to Norwegian Cruise Line, showcasing the brand’s dedication to breaking the boundaries of all that is associated with traditional cruising. “We are always innovating, always working hard, to provide our guests with new, interesting and relevant offerings, whether that be first-rate entertainment, exhilarating onboard activities or extraordinary dining,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line. "By welcoming a global superstar such as Pitbull into the Norwegian Cruise Line family, not only are we are able to share his passion and talent with our guests and travel partners, but we’re sending a powerful message. We’re committed to big, bold experiences, and travelers can rest assured we’ll provide them with nothing but the best.” Globally-renowned for his music, Pitbull has been an integral partner of Norwegian Cruise Line since 2015, when he became Godfather of Norwegian Escape, the first ship of the Breakaway Plus Class – the most successful class in the company’s history. Since then, he’s been an advocate of the brand’s philosophy of providing guests with the freedom and flexibility to design their ideal cruise vacation. He has hosted several music festivals at sea, including The Pitbull After Dark Party aboard Norwegian Pearl and Jade, in partnership with Sixthman, the industry leader in music festival vacation experiences. Pitbull also made a surprise appearance at the christening festivities of Norwegian Bliss, the newest ship within the cruise line’s fleet. “When I was a kid, I used to look at the cruise ships leaving port and say, ‘one day I want to be able to get on a cruise,’” said Pitbull. “What a blessing. From a father who brought boats over on El Mariel, to be able to godfather my own cruise ship…it goes to show that anything you want to do in life, you can do it. ¡Dale!” (PRESS RELEASE)_NEW YORK, NY — November 8, 2018 — Virgin Voyages, the new lifestyle brand set to disrupt the travel industry, today announces the breadth of its onboard eateries, which include an expansive array of restaurants ranging from haute cuisine to casual fare. With a total of 20+ food choices onboard Virgin Voyages’ first ship, Scarlet Lady, the company released new designs for their restaurants, seaside lounges and casual eateries by their Creative Collective, which includes world-renowned designers from Roman and Williams, Tom Dixon, Concrete Amsterdam and Soft Room, amongst others. Virgin Voyages does not believe in paying more for great food and ditched the traditional upcharges levied when dining in speciality restaurants at sea. Virgin Voyages has designed all eateries on board to offer exceptional made to order eats and opted to include all restaurant food in the voyage fare. “We want our eateries to delight and ignite serendipitous experiences for our sailors, so have set out on a mission to capture the spirit of dining in the best cities of the world and bring it to sea,” said Tom McAlpin, president and chief executive officer for Virgin Voyages. “Because food is the fuel for our bodies and souls, and we’re Virgin Voyages, naturally it all had to be included within your ticket price.” The Virgin Voyages Rebellious Luxe experience is rooted in the modern romance of sailing: a thoroughly new take on the formal grandeur and opulence of the ocean liner heyday when ships were at the forefront of both technology and luxury. Virgin Voyages will offer sailors a uniquely elevated and boutique Adult-by-Design experience for the 18+ traveler. Virgin Voyages aims to be one of the cleanest fleets at sea, with a ban on single-use plastics for its sailors and no buffet on board the ship, the company will significantly reduce waste and reinvest savings into clean technology and quality products for its sailors. The Scarlet Lady is designed to reflect a yacht’s sleek luxury and will set sail from PortMiami for the 2020 season with 2,770 sailors and 1,160 crew on an unforgettable journey to the Caribbean, she will also be the newest ship sailing to Havana on select voyages. “There’s a Virgin twist on everything you’ll see aboard the Scarlet Lady, which means there will be no stuffy formalities, boring buffets and no main dining rooms. Sailors are not going to want to leave our ship after they experience how we’ve designed our restaurants and tasted the dishes we are going to be serving up in 2020,” said Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group. THE RESTAURANTS Virgin Voyages will bring city-like eating to sea and throw out the traditional cruise dining rule book, with no buffet, no main dining room, no forced formal wear, no assigned seating, no assigned dining times and enhanced the choice for sailors to grab a bite by keeping restaurant doors open until well into the night and in some cases the early hours of the morning. With beautifully-designed eateries setting the stage, Virgin Voyages has expanded its Creative Collective to include the world class AvroKO Hospitality Group, AvroKO's strategy arm, Brand Bureau (BB), and their very own Michelin-starred chef Brad Farmerie. BB took the reigns creating the strategy for the entire on-board food and beverage experience, viewing it as its own small city and thinking through what experiences the people of that city would want and enjoy. Chef Brad Farmerie of AvroKO Hospitality Group came in to help develop the overall culinary programming strategy and identify culinary experts in the various cuisine types to execute each of the exciting menus. AvroKO Hospitality Group’s portfolio includes Saxon + Parole, Genuine Liquorette, and Ghost Donkey. “When working with the Virgin Voyages team, we were inspired by some of the best dining spots around the world but also had to gaze into what the future of dining would look like to bring the most alluring restaurant concepts to sea,” said Executive Chef Brad Farmerie from AvroKO Hospitality Group. “Each restaurant will not only serve delicious food, they will also have a unique vibe and energy to them to satiate sailor’s hunger for excitement and restoration while on vacation.” From experimental and haute cuisine to healthy quick bite options, the onboard eateries are tailored for sailors to realize new experiences that are grounded in core values of discovery, transformation, intimate connections and Vitamin Sea - the brand’s approach to well-being for people and the planet - whilst always being never normal. Sailors can dine at a table or opt to enjoy their meal at the bar, with nearly all restaurants on board featuring a bar. Each restaurant will be helmed by a leading chef who leads their kitchen with passion and artfulness. With a made-to-order philosophy around food, Virgin Voyages pledges to never have to sacrifice quality for a quick bite. WAKE Situated in a 5,866 square foot restaurant at the aft of the ship, designed by Roman and Williams, Wake offers sailors a dramatic view of the ship’s wake. Serving a theatrical take on steak and seafood, Wake is the most glamorous restaurant on the ship with an experience inspired by The Wolseley - London and The Grill - New York, a dramatic grand staircase. Offerings include a raw bar (design inspired by the bow of a speedboat), land and sea classics, a table-side cocktail cart and a Sommelier led Magnum program. RAZZLE DAZZLE With an interior scheme that nods to the namesake, the bold camouflaging of ships from WWI using patterns of black and white paint, Razzle Dazzle was designed by Concrete Amsterdam. With vibrant and creative twists on vegetarian fare and a juice bar. Razzle Dazzle delivers a healthy dose of nice with just the right amount of wrong. The “nice” menu offers plant-based vegetarian and vegan dishes including must have muchies such as the Impossible Burger. The “naughty” side enables sailors to order meat “add-ons” and offers to spike their healthy smoothies with boozy shots. To live up to the boldness of its name, Razzle Dazzle will not simply brunch but rather Drag Brunch, where sailors are treated to a performance by the Scarlet Lady’s resident drag performer and friends. For a small fee, sailors can opt to enjoy bottomless drag-inspired cocktails like the “Yasss Queen” and the Razzle Dizzle, a CBD infused cocktail. (PRESS RELEASE)_Deerfield Beach, FL. November 7, 2018 – With the end of the year and holidays fast approaching, there is no better time to sail away from stress towards unforgettable fun with unbeatable values from Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL). Launching today, guests can now take advantage of a special Buy One, Get One Free promotion, available for a limited time only and redeemable for sailings through the end of the year. Two guests can enjoy a fun-filled, two-night cruise from the Port of Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island for as little as $129 for two people. Travelers looking for a longer escape can take advantage of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line’s unique Cruise & Stay packages that combine a two-night cruise with two or four nights at a partner resort on the island, before cruising back in style. Right now, a four-night package with the premier Grand Lucayan Resort is available for a special value starting from just $459 per person. In addition to everything that is included in the cruise, guests will also enjoy food and beverages at the Grand Lucayan as part of this package. Now is a great time for guests to take advantage of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line’s special offers and plan a quick getaway, a pampered holiday at sea or a memorable vacation with friends or family. Daily departures from the Port of Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island allow travelers to make the most of their time and schedule. Guests can gather for ‘Friendsgiving’ or Thanksgiving and enjoy an extravagant feast at sea, while holiday themed cruises and New Year’s Eve celebrations offer special entertainment, dining and other surprises to celebrate the season. “We look forward to offering guests a variety of holiday sailings and promotions to experience an unforgettable vacation this season,” shared Oneil Khosa, CEO of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. “With a variety of special decorations, themed shows, festive menus, musical favorites and children’s activities, along with our new Buy One, Get One Free offer and Cruise & Stay promotion, families can create lasting memories with one of our affordable, convenient and flexible cruises to sunny Grand Bahama Island.” Please see below for more information on Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line’s holiday cruises offered this season: (PRESS RELEASE)_(Geneva, Switzerland) November 7, 2018 - With just one year to go until Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve welcomes its first guests, MSC Cruises marked an important milestone in the island’s transformation with the planting of the island’s first trees. Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve will transform a former industrial sand extraction site into a flourishing marine reserve and private island destination exclusively for MSC Cruises guests, existing in harmony with the local ecosystem. With uninterrupted 360° horizon views of crystal blue waters and some of the most spectacular white-sand beaches in the world, this island paradise will be an unforgettable highlight in MSC Cruises’ Caribbean itineraries.
After visiting the island to personally plant one of the inaugural trees, reflecting the island having entered into the final phase of its transformation, MSC Cruises’ Executive Chairman Pierfrancesco Vago commented: “It was a very special moment to be on the island together with the team that has been working non-stop on this incredible project to see how our vision is starting to take shape. Words cannot convey the unbelievable natural beauty of our island, and it is only when you have stood there for yourself, surrounded by nothing but beautiful ocean with nothing else on the horizon, that you can really understand what we are accomplishing here. I can’t wait to welcome in one year’s time our first guests to this truly magical place, a one-of-a-kind island experience that will set new standards for a private island experience in the Caribbean.” With the landscaping work underway, over 75,000 native shrubs and plants will be planted including more than 60 types of indigenous Caribbean trees, grasses, flowers and shrubs to create a lush, tropical environment. Work on over 100 environmentally-friendly structures will soon begin, which will include bars and restaurants as well as housing for employees and staff who will live on the island. Work on the lighthouse will also be underway shortly – set to become an iconic landmark of the island and a focal point of the evening’s entertainment for guests. One of the island’s most distinguishing features will be a pier that allows the ship to dock alongside the island so that guests can simply walk on and off at their leisure throughout the day and evening. MSC Cruises has designed each aspect of the island to create an authentic, immersive Bahamian experience that will allow visitors to immerse themselves in this beautiful environment. Among all of this, the stunning ocean access will undoubtedly stand out as the highlight of the island experience. MSC Cruises is in the process of recreating the seabed surrounding the island, which will soon be repopulated with a variety of vibrant marine life. A year from now, guests will have the opportunity to discover the ocean and all of its natural beauty through swimming in the warm shallow waters, snorkeling, diving or taking a boat trip to one of the neighboring deserted cays. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (November 7, 2018) – On Sunday, November 11, 2018, Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel, returns to New Orleans introducing Norwegian Breakaway to the Big Easy with five to 11-day cruises to the Caribbean. At 1,068 feet and 145,655 gross register tons, the recently renovated Norwegian Breakaway is the largest cruise ship to homeport in the city of New Orleans, as well as the youngest in port this season. The namesake ship of the Breakaway class offers guests the freedom and flexibility to design their dream vacation at sea with no assigned dining and entertainment times, 25 dining options, 22 bars and lounges, a comprehensive water park featuring the fastest waterslide at sea, one of the largest ropes courses of any ship and an entertainment program that mirrors the vibrancy of the Big Easy. “We are excited to introduce Norwegian Breakaway to New Orleans, providing our guests with another premium destination to cruise from when sailing to the Caribbean,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line. “New Orleans is well known for its lively music, culinary scene and entertainment, a perfect complement to the high-caliber experiences guests will discover on Norwegian Breakaway.” Following her renovation in May 2018, Norwegian Breakaway debuted refreshed staterooms and public areas and introduced a new bar and lounge concept to the fleet with Syd Norman’s Pour House. Modeled after influential rock houses such as CBGB’s, The Rainbow and The Fillmore, Syd Norman’s is a tribute to the grandfather of “Rock of Ages” playwright Chris D’Arenso and features vintage décor, diner-style seating, signature cocktails and an unforgettable playlist of classic rock from the late 1960s to 1980s. Additional entertainment options on board include the Tony Award®-nominated Rock of Ages, Burn the Floor and Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy, all of which attest to the company’s commitment to providing world-class entertainment at sea. “Norwegian Cruise Line is a valued cruise line partner and we are thrilled to welcome Norwegian Breakaway as the largest cruise ship ever to sail from Port NOLA,” said Brandy D. Christian, Port of New Orleans president and chief executive officer. “With our commitment to high-level service and the Crescent City’s vibrant energy, we look forward to offering Norwegian Cruise Line passengers a memorable cruise experience as they begin and end their vacations in our unique American city.” Norwegian Breakaway will sail from New Orleans through April 12, 2019, offering five, seven, ten and eleven-day Western Caribbean cruises with calls to some of the top Caribbean destinations, including Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; Belize City and Harvest Caye, the company’s resort-style experience in Belize named the “Best New Cruise Port” by Porthole Cruise Magazine in 2017. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI – November 6, 2018 – All eyes are on Celebrity Edge as she makes her way to the new home of modern luxury, Terminal 25 (T25), located at Port Everglades in Hollywood, Fla. Slated for arrival on Monday, November 19, 2018, the groundbreaking new ship set sail from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, on Sunday, November 4, 2018, for her first transatlantic voyage.
As of the morning of November 6, 2018, Celebrity Edge was 3,300 nautical miles from her destination, positioned at 37 degrees 58 minutes north latitude and 17 degrees 9 minutes west longitude. On board, more than 1,400 excited crew members and many others are passionately at work putting the finishing touches on this magnificent ship, making sure that every detail is absolutely perfect, every surface sparkles, and every routine is mastered – before a single guest ever steps aboard. Celebrity Edge’s inaugural season will be spent sailing alternating seven-night eastern and western Caribbean cruise itineraries, with her Maiden Western Caribbean voyage departing on December 9, 2018, and her Maiden Eastern Caribbean voyage departing on December 16, 2018. Then, in spring of 2019, Celebrity Edge crosses the Atlantic again to offer guests stunning vistas of the Mediterranean with a range of seven- to 11-night sailings visiting iconic cities, including Barcelona and Rome. Bookings for Celebrity Edge are now open at www.celebritycruises.com/edge or through a travel agent. Celebrity Edge will be joined by her sister ship, Celebrity Apex, in 2020, and two additional ships in the Edge Series will follow in 2021 and 2022. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI, FL – November 6, 2018 – With more than 280 ports in 77 countries, 169 overnight stays, and even more time to explore some of the most incredible destinations on earth, the upcoming 2020-21 season will be one of firsts for Celebrity Cruises. Not only is the brand introducing more new cities and overnight stays than ever before, as part of THE CELEBRITY REVOLUTION, travelers will also have the opportunity to experience the world on four more newly modernized ships, as Celebrity introduces breathtakingly redesigned accommodations, reimagined spaces, and state-of-the-art experiences across the brand’s already award-winning fleet. With exciting new ports in Chile, Brazil, and Japan, and unforgettable, curated excursions – from the tip of Antarctica to the peak of Machu Picchu – choosing which new places to discover first will be an adventure of its own. CELEBRITY ECLIPSE AND SOLSTICE TO CALL AUSTRALIA HOME Fresh out of dry-dock, the newly modernized Celebrity Eclipse will journey to a new homeport, Melbourne, Australia, where the redesigned ship will offer eight- to 14-night sailings through Australia and New Zealand. Her sister ship, Celebrity Solstice will call Sydney home; together, they will more than 40 destinations – the most ever in the region – offering opportunities to discover the lush landscapes and volcanic mountains of New Zealand, the rugged outback of Australia, the majesty of the Great Barrier Reef, as well as Tasmania and the islands of the South Pacific, including Fiji. Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Eclipse will also sail four unique Hawaii itineraries offering travelers the opportunity to sail from island to island on 10- to 13-night cruises. CELEBRITY CONSTELLATION AND MILLENNIUM BRING THE REVOLUTION TO ASIA To make their Asia, India, and Dubai sailings even more in-depth, Celebrity is introducing more port visits longer than 10 hours and more overnights than ever before. Plus, sailing this captivating corner of the world will be more luxurious than ever, as both Celebrity Constellation and Celebrity Millennium will have been stunningly reimagined through THE CELEBRITY REVOLUTION. After completing its stunning modernization, Celebrity Constellation will offer 15-night itineraries from Dubai and Singapore, bringing travelers to the dynamic city of Mumbai, and a stop in the ancient gateway city of Penang, Malaysia. Aboard Celebrity Constellation, travelers will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit up to seven countries in one sailing, plus extended time to discover the iconic Taj Mahal and the awe-inspiring Agra Fort in India. Celebrity Millennium will once again explore all that Asia has to offer with in-depth,14-night sailings. The soon-to-be-revitalized ship will showcase breathtaking natural beauty, thrilling culinary flavors, and fascinating landmarks. Her itinerary includes Hanoi, the lush capital of Vietnam; new port of call, Ishigaki, with some of Japan’s finest beaches, and an overnight stay in exciting Osaka, Japan’s second largest city. From Osaka, travelers can easily explore more places in Japan, including Kobe and Kyoto. CELEBRITY SILHOUETTE SETS SAIL TO SOUTH AMERICA Following her modernization in early 2020, Celebrity Silhouette will sail to South America for the first time, bringing travelers to more South American destinations than ever before – 30 cities across nine countries. Among them is a new port of call: Salvador, Brazil. The new Peruvian Explorer itinerary takes travelers to Pisco, Peru, and offers a two-night stay in Lima, ensuring enough time for bucket-list shore excursions to the life-changing Machu Picchu and incredible Amazon River. From the beaches and nightlife of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to the cosmopolitan streets and fine wines of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and from the rain forests of the Amazon to the icy landscapes of Antarctica, Celebrity Silhouette will transport travelers to some of the most unbelievable and unforgettable places in the world. Whether a seasoned globe-trotter or first-time explorer, all travelers will have the opportunity to visit new places and discover new spaces with Celebrity. To learn more about Celebrity’s 2020-21 deployment or to book a sailing, visit www.celebritycruises.com/2020-2021-sailings. (ROYAL CARIBBEAN)_Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Symphony of the Seas, will bring a new sound of adventure to Miami in November 2018. A playground for all ages, the world’s largest cruise ship offers a lineup of exciting new thrills along with ways to unwind. From laser tag and waterslides, to “me time” at the spa and the one-and-only Ultimate Family Suite, the quintessential family vacation is reaching new heights. Watch a timelapse video of the world's largest cruise ship, Symphony of the Seas, begin her transatlantic journey to her new homeport in Miami, Fl from Malaga, Spain.
(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (Nov. 5, 2018) — In honor of Veterans Day, Carnival Cruise Line, the line that carries that most active and retired service members, is offering special savings and bonuses in November to members of the U.S. and Canadian Armed Forces. The promotion, which provides up to $50 onboard credit per stateroom, a complimentary two-category upgrade, and 50 percent reduced deposits, can be combined with Carnival’s highly attractive Early Saver rates*. In addition, guests who qualify for the promotion can book up to two additional staterooms with the same bonuses and pricing. The promotion can be booked from Nov. 5-12, 2018, and is applicable for a wide range of three- to 24-day sailings departing through 2021 from a multitude of North American homeports. Later this month, the company will be rolling out a new Military Meet & Greet event on cruises of six days and longer, providing members of the Armed Forces an opportunity to connect with their fellow service members. This will be in addition to the military appreciation reception hosted on every cruise. The company is also introducing special commemorative pins that will be given to military members acknowledging their service. “Carnival is a longtime supporter of the military and we are pleased to once again show our appreciation to our brave service men and women as we celebrate Veterans Day,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. Carnival is a proud partner of Operation Homefront, an organization whose goal is to build strong, stable and secure military families. The line also hosted Humor for Heroes at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego this summer that included an on-site comedy performance for 500 military members and their families in support of Operation Homefront. Earlier this year, Duffy participated in the 88th Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, an intensive weeklong exercise that is the oldest and most prestigious public liaison program in the Department of Defense. (PRESS RELEASE)_SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (November 5, 2018) – Princess Cruises has announced that when its next new ship, Enchanted Princess, debuts in June 2020, it will be named in Southampton, UK and sail its inaugural season in the Mediterranean. Princess has also unveiled new details revealing innovative features on board the ship. As previously announced for its sister ship Sky Princess, Enchanted Princess will also feature the new Sky Suites, centrally located on the top deck of the ship and featuring the largest private balconies ever offered by Princess Cruises. Measuring 700 square feet, the balconies will provide a private vantage of the ship’s Movies under the Stars screen and create the ultimate space for entertaining. The two suites will also offer a 270-degree panorama and have sleeping capacity for five guests, and more for entertaining - making them ideal for families. Debuting in the Mediterranean in June 2020, the 143,700-ton Enchanted Princess will include the best of the stunning new features found on Sky Princess including a Wakeview pool on its aft decks and relaxing Sanctuary area offering a new contemporary design with more private cabanas than ever before. In addition Enchanted Princess will offer standout features from its three other sister ships - Royal Princess, Regal Princess and Majestic Princess – including an Italian-inspired Piazza, dramatic over-the-ocean glass, Seawalk and Broadway-caliber shows performed in the Princess Theater. Some exciting new offerings that represent another evolution of the current ships’ designs on Enchanted Princess will be a reimagined Salty Dog Gastropub. The rustic pub space will be an exciting new venue where guests can watch sporting events, gather with friends over drinks and small bites, and partake in the award-winning Ernesto Burger, created by chef partner, Ernesto Uchimura, a founding chef of the original Umami Burger and owner of the new Los Angeles based neighborhood restaurant and bar, Electric Owl. Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Princess Cruises acclaimed specialty restaurant, will also be transformed. The space will blend classic Italian accents with the spaciousness of a modern, contemporary setting featuring unique handmade pasta courses developed in collaboration with Los Angeles chef Angelo Auriana that will be prepared fresh daily. The Princess Live! and Café will have a new art deco-style décor where guests can enjoy their favorite drinks and small bites while watching live performances or enjoying an intimate gathering. “With our new Sky Suites and enhanced dining and relaxation features on Enchanted Princess, we are continuing our commitment to offer new and expansive passenger spaces that meet the needs of our guests who wish to explore the world and connect with each other,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president. Enchanted Princess sailings go on sale November 8. For more Enchanted Princess updates visit www.princess.com/enchantedprincess. |
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