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Articles tagged “carnival corp.”

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Carnival Sees a ‘Hurricane Hangover’ in Parts of the Caribbean

Travelers held off on booking cruises to the Caribbean in the aftermath of the 2017 hurricanes. One big question is how many of them will want to risk sailing during this year's hurricane season — and at what prices.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 6 years ago

Carnival Sees a ‘Hurricane Hangover’ in Parts of the Caribbean

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Tiny Cruise Lines Azamara and Cunard Are Finally Growing

One new ship for most cruise lines wouldn't make a world of difference, but for these niche brands, the expansion will be significant.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Tiny Cruise Lines Azamara and Cunard Are Finally Growing

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Costa Cruises Takes a Cue From Airlines With New Branded Fares

Cruises have always been complicated to book, so we're curious if customers will appreciate Costa's new approach.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Costa Cruises Takes a Cue From Airlines With New Branded Fares

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Carnival Is Upping Its Ad Spending to Drive More Cruise Bookings

Carnival Corp. said its cruise lines have made a case for additional advertising and marketing dollars to generate more bookings — and the parent company is listening. Now we wait to find out how that money gets spent and what kind of results they will see.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Is Upping Its Ad Spending to Drive More Cruise Bookings

Cruises

Carnival Expects a Strong Year Despite Tensions in Asia

Carnival Corp. is seeing strong demand and a willingness to pay more in its key markets. That's good news for the company and the industry in general, but China will warrant close attention if the dispute with Korea is not resolved quickly.

Hannah Sampson , Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Expects a Strong Year Despite Tensions in Asia

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Travel Megatrends 2017: Cruise Lines Play the Long Game

It takes patience and methodical planning to build a new market — and the cruise industry seems to be settling into China until that’s done, with whatever tweaks are necessary along the way.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Travel Megatrends 2017: Cruise Lines Play the Long Game

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Carnival Corp. Wants Wearable Tech to Elevate the Cruise Experience

We think this will take some getting used to for cruise passengers and crew alike. But the widespread acceptance of Disney's MagicBand — at least in Florida parks — shows that vacationers can adapt and embrace new forms of technology, especially if it improves their trip.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Corp. Wants Wearable Tech to Elevate the Cruise Experience

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Carnival Corp. CEO Says Cuba Is a ‘Longer Term Play’

Cruise operators are counting on Cuba to stir up new interest in long-established Caribbean sailings. That could ultimately increase demand and prices for cruises that are typically budget-friendly. But as Carnival's CEO said, adding Cuba as a destination may not do much for the bottom line at first.

Hannah Sampson , Skift | 7 years ago

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The 3 Largest Cruise Companies Can Now Take Tourists to Cuba. What’s Next?

Cruise ships in Cuba are adding capacity to keep up with a demand that hotels can't match. Right now, they're an essential part of the tourism development story.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

The 3 Largest Cruise Companies Can Now Take Tourists to Cuba. What’s Next?

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Fathom Is Expanding Its Volunteer Activities to Other Carnival Lines

This will likely appeal to some cruisers who want to do more on land than take a tour or hang out at the beach. But we have to wonder how this will play out for Fathom's bookings. Will travelers who want to volunteer sidestep a full week on Fathom and just book a one-day excursion on another line?

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Fathom Is Expanding Its Volunteer Activities to Other Carnival Lines