(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI, July 29, 2022 – Carnival Cruise Line is pleased to announce that we are adjusting certain protocols to reflect the lifting of CDC requirements for the U.S. cruise industry.

We remain, as always, committed to the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we serve. These changes will be made in phases, with the first of these updates effective on Thursday, August 4, 2022 and focused on short cruise itineraries of 5 nights or less.

More changes will be announced shortly and all changes are subject to any requirements of destinations on the itinerary.

Effective for embarkations on or after Thursday, August 4:
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•          No pre-cruise testing for fully vaccinated guests booked on cruises with itineraries 5 nights or less.
•          Pre-cruise testing for itineraries 6 nights or longer can be conducted three (3) days before departure.
•          There will be no in-terminal testing for unvaccinated guests on day of departure, but all unvaccinated guests ages 2 and older must provide proof of a negative result of a lab-administered or supervised self-administered antigen COVID test taken within three (3) days before embarkation.

Guests should continue to carefully review all pre-cruise communications and refer to the Have Fun. Be Safe. page on Carnival.com for more information.

(PRESS RELEASE)_Geneva, July 27, 2022 – Explora Journeys today unveiled the design of their Ocean Terrace Suites on its first ship, EXPLORA I, ahead of her maiden journey in May 2023. Explora Journeys was born from a long-held vision of the founders, the Aponte Vago family. With the family’s nautical heritage of over 300 years coupled with their innate understanding of luxury, the family have carefully curated the design of the suites, penthouses & residences to create a luxurious home at sea. The design reflects the brand’s philosophy of creating an Ocean State of Mind, thanks to light, color, space, privacy, and connection with the sea.
 
Exquisitely designed to stimulate the senses and enhance the connection with the ocean, the Aponte Vago family has worked meticulously in collaboration with some of the world’s foremost superyacht, cruise and luxury hospitality designers and architects. The innovative ship will seamlessly blend elegant Swiss precision with modern European craftsmanship and vibrant design, to create luxurious, serene, and spacious ‘Homes at Sea’ ranging from 35 sqm (377 sq. ft) in the Ocean Terrace category up to 280 sqm (3014 sq. ft) for the Owners Residence.

(PRESS RELEASE)_​MIAMI, July 26, 2022 – Debuting this November from PortMiami, Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship Carnival Celebration will be home to nine retail collections, the most expansive selection across the fleet. With something for every type of cruiser – and shopper – the retail offerings will include new designs like a Miami-inspired line, as well as some tried-and-true favorites such as Carnival’s sold-out 50th Birthday commemorative items.

“As retailers, we saw more opportunity to connect our merchandise with our onboard experiences, so for Carnival Celebration’s collections, we really kicked it up a notch,” said Jeremy Schiller, vice president of retail operations for Carnival Cruise Line. “We know our guests want Carnival products, ship-name products and products that remind them of where they’ve traveled to with us, and they will find all of that and much more on Celebration. We’re confident they’ll love our new offerings as much as our classics.”

​The nine retail collections will include:

(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (July 26, 2022) – Get your brackets and roses ready, Bachelor Nation, as the latest season of ABC’s “The Bachelorette” hits the high-seas on one epic journey to find love. Bachelorettes Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey will set sail and find themselves in an incredible two-on-one situation with Virgin Voyages, the award-winning new cruise line founded by billionaire Sir Richard Branson. Filmed aboard the bold and stunning Valiant Lady, the upcoming episodes will feature romantic and adventurous dates, all with some of the Mediterranean’s most alluring backdrops. This episode of “The Bachelorette,” currently in its 19th season, airs Monday, August 1, 8/7c on ABC.
 
The jaw-dropping cruise line, Virgin Voyages, knows a thing or two about making a good first impression, having already won best ship awards from Travel + Leisure, Cruise Critic and Condé Nast Traveler. Valiant Lady, the second ship in the fleet, proves she’s here for all the right reasons, ready to take Gabby and Rachel on the adventure of a lifetime. After unwavering support of each other through a devastating dual breakup in the season 26 finale of “The Bachelor,” these fan favorites are standing by each other’s side once again.