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New Scrapbooking@Sea Lets Princess Passengers Get Creative With
Vacation Memories
First Cruise Ship Scrapbooking Program Offers Classes and Specially
Created Kits
SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Nov. 21
One of the country's fastest-growing pastimes is coming aboard the
Princess fleet with a new way for scrapbooking fans to take their
hobby to sea. The recently launched Princess Scrapbooking@Sea program
is designed to encourage passengers to preserve their cruise memories
in a fun and creative way. The first such program hosted by a cruise
line, the new activity offers a social atmosphere where passengers can
learn helpful hints on how to enjoy this popular activity.
Presented as part of Princess' award-winning ScholarShip@Sea
educational program, Scrapbooking@Sea incorporates a series of onboard
classes and a specially created scrapbooking kit with unique themed
pages designed exclusively for Princess. The program begins rolling
out to select ships this month, and is expected to be available across
the Princess fleet by early 2007.
"Scrapbooking has become one of America's favorite hobbies," said Jan
Swartz, Princess' senior vice president of customer service and sales.
"And what better way to create a personalized memento of your cruise
than to create scrapbook pages while you're actually on the ship. This
program was tested aboard several of our vessels with great success --
so we're pleased to now offer this popular activity fleet wide."
Scrapbooking@Sea offers a series of classes, starting with a
complimentary Scrapbooking Basics class which will introduce
passengers to the art of creating scrapbook pages. Participants will
learn how to use basic tools of the craft, familiarize themselves with
page design and journaling techniques, and will receive the supplies
and instruction needed to create their first page. Subsequent courses
are available to all passengers who purchase Princess' special
scrapbooking kit. Classes offer tips and creative ideas, plus plenty
of free time to work on pages with a full range of supplies available
for use, including scissors, adhesive, deluxe paper, die cut machines
with assorted die cuts, a selection of pens and other items that can
be used during the class sessions. All materials are acid-free and
archival safe.
Princess' special Scrapbooking@Sea kit features decorative papers,
stickers and rub-on emblems along with instructions on how to build
five unique vacation-themed pages. These pages can be used to create
decorative backdrops for photos from typical cruise activities such as
welcome aboard, days at sea, shore excursions, or formal evenings.
Kits are available for $24.95 at any Scrapbooking@Sea class or at the
ship's onboard photo gallery. Additional themed kits are being
developed for future sailings. In addition, a specially designed
Princess scrapbook is available for purchase at the ship's photo
gallery.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a
professional travel agent.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global
cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 15 modern ships renowned
for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining,
entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of
exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide
cruising, Princess offers its passengers the opportunity to escape to
the top destinations around the globe, with sailings to all seven
continents, ranging in length from seven to 30 days. The company is
part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK).
Princess Cruises is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines.
Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland
America, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, Windstar Cruises and The Yachts
of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment
to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of
lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer exciting and enriching
cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations. |