Based on the number of passengers
that they carry, Carnival Cruise Lines is considered as the
largest in the world. The Florida-based company was founded in
1972 and the cruise line is currently British-American owned.
They are basically one of the eleven cruise ship brands which
are owned and operated by its parent company which is Carnival
Corporation & plc.
Carnival Cruise Lines currently has 21 vessels in operation and
they specialize in offering cruise ship holidays to passengers
from around the world. Depending on the budget that you have and
the destination that you wish to explore, you can take your pick
from the different classes that the ships are categorized in,
which includes the following:
- Conquest Class
- Dream Class
- Destiny Class
- Fantasy Class
- Spirit Class
- Splendor Class
Over the years, cruise ship
manufacturers have built huge vessels which sail under the
Carnival Cruise Lines brand. In 2009, a 130,000-ton vessel
called Carnival Dream was launched. It's the largest "Fun Ship"
to ever have been constructed by ship builder Fincantieri and
they started booking cruises for this line on September 21 of
the same year.
Two other 130,000-ton vessels are currently being finished – the
Carnival Breeze and Carnival Magic, which are set to sail during
the second half of 2010.
Pleasures Ahead as You Cruise Aboard the "Fun Ships"
Carnival Cruise Lines dubbed their vessels as "The Fun Ships".
Exactly how much fun will you have when go on board one of their
cruise ships? Based from the numerous awards earned by the
company over the years, there's no doubt that you will be in for
the time of your life.
The first thing that you need to do if you would like to book a
cruise with Carnival Cruise Lines is choose your ship. There are
almost two dozen vessels to choose from, starting from Carnival
Conquest to Carnival Magic.
Choose the state where you will be departing from as well as
your destination. Currently, Carnival Cruise Lines offers
cruises to the following destinations:
- Alaska
- Bahamas
- Bermuda
- Canada and New England
- Caribbean
- Europe
- Hawaii
- Mexico
- Panama Canal
- Transatlantic
Carnival Cruise Lines also offers special voyages – and you can
take your pick from a 2-5 day cruise; 6-9 day cruise or a
10-days or more cruise. Delicious meals, the most exciting
destinations, spectacular entertainment options and programs for
children of all ages if you're cruising with your family – these
and more are the perks that you will get to enjoy by going on a
trip aboard one of the vessels of Carnival Cruise Lines.
So what are you waiting for? Book your cruise now with Carnival
Cruise Lines and experience how it is to go on a luxury cruise
on the destination of your choice!