CARNIVAL MIRACLE TO OPERATE SEVEN-DAY CRUISES FROM NEW YORK
TO PORT CANAVERAL/ORLANDO AND THE BAHAMAS IN 2004
Program Continues Line's Rapid Expansion in Northeast, Complements Wide
Variety o f Caribbean, Canada, New England Cruises from the Big Apple
MIAMI (09/19/03) - Carnival Cruise Lines will offer its first-ever
program of seven-day cruises from New York to Port Canaveral/Orlando and The
Bahamas in summer 2004 aboard the new 88,500-ton Carnival Miracle, currently
under construction in Helsinki, Finland.
On this new program, the 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle will depart the
New York City Passenger Ship Terminal each Saturday from June 12 - Aug. 28,
2004, on week-long cruises to Port Canaveral/Orlando, and Nassau and
Freeport, The -Bahamas.
"For Carnival Miracle, we've assembled a terrific itinerary offering a
unique combination of vacation experiences -- the fun-filled attractions of
Orlando and Florida's Space Coast and the laid-back ambiance of The
Bahamas," said Bob Dickinson, Carnival president and CEO. He added that the
Carnival Miracle will be the newest addition to the line's highly acclaimed
Spirit-class which boasts the latest in technology and ship design providing
the ultimate level of choice in dining, entertainment and accommodations.
Including Carnival Miracle's new seven-day schedule, in 2004
Carnival will operate more than 70 voyages to the Caribbean, Bahamas,
Florida, Canada and New England aboard three "Fun Ships" departing from New
York and Baltimore. "Only Carnival offers these exciting itineraries from
two convenient, 'close-to-home' departure points on three of the cruise
industry's most modern, state-of-the-art floating resorts," he added.
Seven-Day Cruises from New York on Carnival Miracle
On June 12, 2004, Carnival Miracle will operate the first of 12
week-long cruises to Port Canaveral/Orlando and The Bahamas from New York.
The seven-day voyages will include an extra-long, 14-hour call at Port
Canaveral, Fla., offering guests ample time to visit the nearby Kennedy
Space Center or enjoy an excursion to Orlando's popular theme parks and
attractions. Also included are visits to Nassau and Freeport, both of which
are home to gorgeous white-sand beaches and excellent shopping and
watersports opportunities.
Signature 'Fun Ship' Amenities
The 20th vessel in Carnival's "Fun Ship" fleet, Carnival Miracle
will offer a wide range of on-board features and facilities. Eighty percent
of the ship's staterooms will offer an ocean view or ocean view with
balcony. In fact, Carnival Miracle will feature the highest percentage of
balconied staterooms of any ship sailing from New York and Baltimore.
The vessel's stunning interiors are inspired by famous fictional
icons and include 16 lounges and bars. The ship will also feature four
swimming pools, a jogging track, Internet café, wedding chapel, video
arcade, and a multitude of fine and casual dining options, including a
reservations-only supper club located at the uppermost level of a soaring
11-deck-high atrium.
Also featured will be a 14,500-square-foot health club and a
comprehensive golf program with professional instruction both aboard ship
and during excursions. An 1,800-square-foot play area, part of the line's
top-rated "Camp Carnival" program, will be included, as well.
Special Five-Day Canada Voyage on Carnival Miracle
Prior to the start-up of its seven-day program from New York,
Carnival Miracle will operate a special five-day Canada cruise June 7-12,
2004. Ports of call on this one-time voyage include Saint John, New
Brunswick and Halifax, Nova Scotia.
This short cruise itinerary, the first operated by one of the line's
88,500-ton "Spirit-class" vessels, provides an exciting, cost-effective
choice for first-time cruisers, as well as an attractive option for repeat
passengers who want to visit these Canadian ports on Carnival's newest "Fun
Ship."
Prices and Reservations
Prices for Carnival Miracle's new seven-day cruises from New York to
Port Canaveral/Orlando and The Bahamas begin at $899 per person, based on
double occupancy. Rates for Carnival Miracle's five-day Canada cruise start
at $529 per person.
If purchased via Carnival's "Fun Finance Plan (SM)," which enables guests to
purchase a "Fun Ship" cruise over 24 monthly installments, prices for
Carnival Miracle's seven-day Port Canaveral/Orlando and The Bahamas cruises
begin at $42 per month. Prices for Carnival Miracle's five-day Canada
cruise begin at $25 per month (based on a 24-month payment term at the
lowest annual percentage rate available).
Actual "Fun Finance Plan" monthly payments and terms may vary according to
the applicant's credit qualifications. Valid for U.S. individual bookings
only. Certain other restrictions apply. Special rates for third and fourth
guests sailing in the same stateroom are available, as well.
Carnival is currently accepting reservations on all of its 2004 New York
departures.
