Hi Everyone,
I received this press release from Royal Caribbean and thought it
would be of interest. I will be onboard the Freedom of the Seas that
week and will wave at all my friends on r.t.cruises. <;+)If you have
missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site.
Best regards,
Ray
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NBC's 'TODAY' to Broadcast Live Morning Show From Royal Caribbean
International's Freedom of the Seas When She Debuts in New York Harbor
Legendary Singer and Songwriter Barry Manilow to Kick Off Summer
Concert Series Onboard World's Largest Ship
NEW YORK, April 10
Millions of NBC "TODAY" show fans are in for quite a treat when the
morning show sets sail onboard Royal Caribbean International's newest
ship, Freedom of the Seas. The top-rated three-hour show will bring
Freedom in to New York Harbor on May 12, 2006 where she will be
christened by foster mother to hundreds, Louise Calder. Mrs. Calder
was selected by "TODAY" viewers to be the Godmother of the world's
largest ship. Adding to the excitement, "TODAY" announced on Friday
that legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow, currently topping
the charts around the world with his recent album, will kick off the
show's popular Summer Concert Series that morning.
"We are thrilled to introduce Freedom of the Seas to 'TODAY' show
viewers," said Adam Goldstein, president for Royal Caribbean
International. "It is equally exciting to host world renowned
superstar and icon, Barry Manilow onboard for a live performance."
Viewers tuning in to "TODAY" on May 12 will marvel at Freedom's cruise
industry firsts including FlowRider, the first surfing simulator at
sea; an interactive water park; two cantilevered whirlpools that
extend 12 feet out from the sides of the ship; a family suite that
sleeps up to 14 people; and a full-size boxing ring.
At 160,000 GRT and holding 3,634 guests double-occupancy, Freedom of
the Seas will be the largest cruise ship in the world when she debuts
in May 2006. The first in Royal Caribbean's new Freedom class, she
will sail seven-night Western Caribbean itineraries from Miami calling
in Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; Montego Bay, Jamaica;
and Royal Caribbean's private destination, Labadee, Hispaniola. For
more information or to make reservations, contact your travel
professional.
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