"Ray Goldenberg" wrote in message
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> I received this press release from Carnival and thought it would be of
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> Carnival Cruise Lines to Expand Capacity in New Orleans by 34 Percent
> With Deployment of Carnival Triumph in Nov. 2009
> New Seven-Day Western Caribbean Cruise Program to Complement Popular
> Four- and Five-Day Mexico Voyages from Big Easy
>
> MIAMI, Aug. 19
> Carnival Cruise Lines -- which operates the only year-round cruise
> program from New Orleans -- will increase capacity by 34 percent when
> the 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph replaces the 2,056-passenger
> Carnival Fantasy from the Big Easy in November 2009.
>
> In addition to providing an exciting new "Fun Ship" cruise option from
> New Orleans, Carnival Triumph will introduce new seven-day eastern and
> exotic western Caribbean schedules to complement the line's popular
> four- and five-day cruises to Mexico.
>
> The Carnival Triumph's seven-day cruises will depart on Saturdays,
> with exotic western Caribbean voyages visiting Belize City; Isla
> Roatan, Honduras; and Cozumel; and eastern Caribbean cruises calling
> at Key West, Freeport and Nassau. Four-day cruises will depart
> Thursdays to Cozumel, while five-day cruises will depart Mondays and
> Saturdays to Cozumel and Progreso, Mexico.
>
> Carnival Triumph will operate 65 departures annually from New Orleans,
> carrying approximately 200,000 passengers -- the most of any cruise
> line. Carnival Fantasy, which currently sails from New Orleans, will
> be deployed to Mobile, Ala., to operate four- and five-day cruises
> beginning in November 2009.
>
> "We're very pleased to bring a newer, larger ship to New Orleans as
> well as expand our operations with new seven-day western Caribbean
> itineraries that will provide exciting new 'Fun Ship' vacation
> options," said Terry Thornton, Carnival's senior vice president of
> marketing planning. "In addition to serving as an excellent homeport
> for Carnival for nearly 15 years, New Orleans is a one-of-a-kind
> vacation destination and we're delighted to continue our relationship
> with this wonderful city," he added.
>
> "The Port and the entire New Orleans tourism community is thrilled by
> Carnival's decision to homeport the Carnival Triumph here," said Port
> President and CEO Gary LaGrange. "This community has demonstrated its
> resilience and proven once again it is an international tourist
> destination. This business decision by a valued partner such as
> Carnival only reiterates the bright future of cruising in New
> Orleans."
>
> Four- to Seven-Day Cruises from New Orleans
>
> Carnival Triumph will make its New Orleans debut with a special
> four-day cruise departing Tuesday, Nov. 10, then launch its new
> year-round four-, five- and seven-day schedule beginning with a
> weeklong voyage departing Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009.
>
> Four-day Carnival Triumph cruises departing Thursdays visit Cozumel, a
> 308-square-mile island offering world-class beaches, myriad
> watersports and a diversity of restaurants, shops and nightspots.
> Five-day cruises departing Mondays and Saturdays feature both Cozumel
> and Progreso, located along Mexico's Yucatan peninsula offering access
> to centuries-old ruins and archeological sites, including Chitzen
> Itza, recently named one of Seven Wonders of the World.
>
> Seven-day exotic western Caribbean cruises departing Saturdays visit
> Belize, a tropical paradise where guests can visit Mayan ruins and
> enjoy myriad eco-tourism opportunities; and Isla Roatan, a
> breathtaking Honduran island distinguished by gorgeous white-sand
> beaches and lush countryside. A daylong visit to Cozumel rounds out
> this weeklong itinerary.
>
> The eastern Caribbean route will feature Key West, the southernmost
> city in the U.S. known for its excellent shopping and watersports and
> perpetually laid back atmosphere. The itinerary also includes two
> popular Bahamian ports -- Freeport, the island chain's second largest
> city offering stunning beaches and exciting golfing, shopping and
> dining opportunities; and Nassau, the bustling capital known for
> outstanding duty-free bargains, beautiful beaches and historical
> landmarks.
>
> A Truly Magnificent 'Fun Ship'
>
> The 102,000-ton Carnival Triumph offers a host of resort-style
> facilities and features: a 14,500-square-foot spa, a jogging track,
> ship-wide Wi-Fi access and cell phone service, a duty-free shopping
> mall, and three restaurants, including twin two-level main dining
> rooms with extensive menus and wine lists and a 1,200-seat casual
> eatery with full breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets and a 24-hour
> pizzeria.
>
> Also featured are 18 themed lounges and bars -- including a wine bar,
> sports bar, piano bar and a multi-level theatre showcasing lavish
> revues -- all with dramatic interiors inspired by the world's most
> famous bodies of water. A golf program offering professional
> instruction and opportunities to play top Caribbean courses is
> available, as well.
>
> Family friendly amenities include programming for children in three
> age groups -- "Camp Carnival" for youngsters, "Circle C" for 12- to
> 14-year olds, and "Club O2" for older teens -- with activities and
> facilities dedicated to each. Additionally, Carnival Triumph offers a
> variety of accommodations, including a wide selection of balcony
> staterooms and suites. All staterooms feature the exclusive Carnival
> Comfort Bed sleep system with plush mattresses, luxurious duvets and
> high quality linens and pillows.
>
> Reservations Now Open
>
> Reservations are currently being accepted for the Carnival Triumph's
> new four- to seven-day cruises from New Orleans. Special rates for
> third and fourth guests sailing in the same stateroom, along with
> round-trip air supplements from a variety of North American gateways
> and pre- and post-cruise land packages, are also available.
>
> For additional information and reservations, contact any travel agent.
>
> Carnival Cruise Lines, a unit of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:
> CCL; NYSE: CUK), is a proud member of the exclusive World's Leading
> Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Holland America
> Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Costa 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.
Yeah I spoiled myself early after reading post #60
http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=829506
Is this a first that Carnival is offering 4 and 5 day cruises on a ship
bigger than a Fantasy Class? Carnival is still taking baby steps in bringing
back a 2nd ship to New Orleans. It'll probably have to be in 2011 when
Carnival gets another new ship delivered (Carnival Magic) before New Orleans
sees a 2nd Carnival cruise ship but wouldn't it be something if New Orleans
got the Carnival Magic?
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Andy P. Jung
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