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Happy New Year To All Our Loyal Readers!!

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Happy New Year to all our loyal readers. I appreciate you visiting our site and encouraging your friends to visit our site. I wish you all the best that 2020 has to offer. Our daily posts will begin again on Thursday 1/2/2020 - Please visit us then.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. => Follow Us on Instagram - NYCruiseInfo At Instagram => Subscribe to Our Monthly New York Cruises Newsletter ,

Carnival's Exciting Carnival Mardi Gras - Coming in 2020 - Roller Coaster At Sea - Waterparks - Mini Golf and More..

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Carnival Cruise Line today revealed additional details on BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea, and the centerpiece of the Ultimate Playground, an expansive open-air recreation area on Mardi Gras, set to debut in August 2020. The announcement was made at the annual International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Conference in Orlando by Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy who was joined by the line’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal. Carnival partnered with industry leader, Munich-based Maurer Rides, to showcase BOLT at IAAPA which brings together innovators from the world’s largest theme parks and attractions. Duffy revealed that BOLT’s all-electric, motorcycle-inspired vehicles will be adorned with metallic red and blue stripes and an eye-catching yellow lightning bolt. The vehicle will also feature a digital speedometer display and speakers with new sound effects that will activate to enhance the e

Video Sneak Peak At the External Upgades of Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas.

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Here is a short aerial video of the Oasis of the Seas showing off the external enhancements that were made during her amplification in Spain. The Renovations happened in October and November which transformed the ship internally and externally. The $165 Million dollar refit incorporated all of the latest features found in subsequent ships of the Oasis Class. The Oasis of the Seas is currently sailing from Miami, but will begin sailing from Cape Liberty, Bayonne, replacing the Anthem of the Seas, on the Florida, Bahamas and Private Island Cruise. The Anthem of the Seas will spend the spring, summer and fall of 2020 in Europe. Enjoy the video and the shear size of the Oasis which is one of the largest cruise-ships in the world.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Cor

Advantages of Blount Small Ship Adventure Cruises

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  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Blount Adventure Small Ship Cruises Ship Passes Under a Low Brisge Cruise Under the Lowest Bridges Blount Small Ships have been built with the purpose of bringing travelers to places that larger ships simply cannot go, with patented designs that allow our ships to slip, with inches to spare, under the lowest bridges on a canal, and fit through tight transit locks. It was all thanks to Luther’s invention — the Retractable Pilot House.  Walk from Ship to Shore Luther wanted easier access for passengers to swim, snorkel and enjoy beach activities. So he wondered: what if there was a ramp on the bow? Then he could just nudge the ship right up onto the beach, giving his guests a direct path. It was the first glimmer of what would become the Blount Bow Ramp, an invention you see on our ships today. Dock with the Yachts Perhaps his most amazing feat was the shallowness of his ships' draft. The draft refers to how far below the waterline the lowe

Looking Back.... Greek Line's Olympia / Caribe / Regal Empress

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com The video above is a great example of the ocean liners of yesterday. This video is of one of my favorite ships, Greek Line's TSS Olympia. The Olympia was built in Galscow Scotland in 1953 and carried passengers and cargo across the atlantic to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. This interesting video cover many aspects of the journey including the voyage from a crew perspective, passenger perspective, handling of cargo, the navigation equiptment, engine room and more. The TSS Olympia operated for Greek Line from 1953 to the early 1970s. The ship was purchased by Sally Line / Commodore Cruises and extensively refitted. The TSS Olympia's engines were renovated as well re-emerging as the Caribe I. As part of the 1983 refit, she lost her stylish funnel and which was replaced with stove pipes with decorative panels leaned against the pipes to hide them. The ship was later refitted with a more traditional funnel and was eventuality s

Scenic Cruises Luxury Yacht Scenic Eclipse Returning to New York 2021

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com  Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tour's Luxurious private yacht - Scenic Eclipse will make a port of call stop in New York in the Fall of 2020 as part of a repositioning cruise. Departing from Boston on September 27, 2020, the 551 foot,  sleek vessel carries 228 passengers in decadent luxury. Amenities on the ship include a submarine for underwater exploration and a helicoper for extended exploration. The ship will be making calls at United States East Coast ports (including New York) and ending in Nassau in the Bahamas. Watch this exciting video on all the Scenic Eclipse has to offer.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. ,

Video of the Norwegian Bliss Sailing Through the Panama Canal.

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RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Here is a great video of Norwegian Cruise Line's 168,028 ton, Norwegian Bliss transiting the Panama Canal. This video is from a past cruise in 2018. The Norwegian Bliss will be transiting the Panama Canal again in April of 2020 as she makes her way from New York to the West Coast to sail summer  2020 Alaska Cruises. Check out the video as well as the April 19, 2020 cruise that sails to the Caribbean, South America, the Mexican Riviera and West Coast.   RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. ,

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas Back From $165 Million Dollar Refit.

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 RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas (Prior to her Refit). On May 10, 2020 Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas will depart New York for the first time marking a number of major milestones including: The first Oasis class ship to call at New York and the largest cruise ship ever to call at the port. The Oasis of the Seas is the first Oasis Class ship built for Royal Caribbean and has just competed (November 2019) a $165 million dollar refit which Royal Caribbean refers to as Amplification. The Oasis will sail a series of cruises departing from Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey calling at Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas and CocoCay, Bahamas where passengers can enjoy the perfect day at Coco Cay (Royal Caribbean's Private Island destination). As part of her series of New York / New Jersey cruises, the Oasis of the Seas will also sail on a single Canada cruise. The Oasis of the Seas will sail from Ca

Cruise Ships in the Northeast Avoid Strong Storms

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Anthem of the Seas in New York City in Calmer Weather   Today (Wednesday) 11/20/2019 Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas is headed back to New York after spending the day in Coco Cay in the Bahamas. The Anthem is sailing on an 8 Day cruise which only visited the private island. This was reported on Monday here at NYCruiseInfo.com A strong storm has wreaked havoc on the northeast US causing cruise passengers and cruise lines scrambling for a path forward. A strong nor’easter has come up the coast of the United States  stranding ships departing from New York and Baltimore in port. The storm was situated between their departure port and their desired destination of Florida and the Bahamas.  Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas was supposed to depart Cape Liberty on Saturday 11/16/2019 but remained in port until Monday morning at about 10:30 AM. Originally passengers were told the ship would depart Cape Liberty Saturday and remain anchored in lower New Y

Norwegian Cruise Line's New Norwegian Encore Departs New York for Miami

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Norwegian Cruise Line's New Norwegian Encore - Showcased to the Media and Travel Agents in New York City - Ship headed to Miami. On Wednesday 11/13/2019, Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, the Norwegian Encore left New York Pier 88 at 11:05 AM. The ship  has been in New York since its arrival late Sunday afternoon after a rendezvous with her sister ship Norwegian Escape. The Norwegian Encore played host to select Media and travel personnel in order for visitor to experience the onboard experience. The Norwegian Encore features a GO Cart Roadway and also a laser tag course. From a dining perspective, the ship offers many included and some additional fee restaurants. The Norwegian Encore in on her way - empty - crew only - and is heading to Miami, where she will be further showcased and christened by her godmother Kelly Clarkson. After inaugural events, the Norwegian Encore will sail 7 Day cruises from Miami. She is expected to arrive the morning of  Friday, November 1

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas Review

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Review of Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas NYCruiseInfo.com had just released their overview of Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas. Here we cover all of the stats associated with the ship, the public rooms and staterooms as well as photos, photos, photos. Be sure to check out the review. The Anthem of the Seas will be sailing from New York (Cape Liberty Bayonne, NJ) to Florida & the Bahamas (including a stop at Royal Caribbean's Private Island - "The Perfect Day at Coco Cay"); The Southern Caribbean; or Eastern Caribbean. In the spring, the Anthem of the Seas will sail transatlantic from Cape Liberty to spend the Spring, Summer and Fall in Europe. Check out the Anthem of the Seas Review as well as the reviews of select other ships ! .  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Cor

Norwegian Cruise Line Starts The Count Down to the Norwegian Encore's Miami Arrival.

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  Norwegian Cruise Line has started the count down to the arrival of the Norwegian Encore's arrival in Miami in November. The New Ship is packed with many exciting and new features which makes the ship extremely family friendly. Guests can take a spin around the largest race track at sea, step into a virtual wonderland at the Galaxy Pavilion, or grab a seat to the Tony Award ® winning Broadway musical Kinky Boots. In our 180-degree Observation Lounge, they'll sip handcrafted cocktails while soaking in breathtaking views. Indulge in savory dishes such as Yellowtail Crudo, Branzino, and pastas made in-house daily at the all-new Onda by Scarpetta. And, when they’re ready to chill, they'll enjoy spacious suites, lavish spa treatments, and plush amenities. Most importantly, create moments worth repeating, because memories last a lifetime. After completing her winter season sailing from Miami, the Norwegian Encore will reposition to New York

Beam Me Up Scotty! - On The Queen Mary 2 Christmas Cruise

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Queen Mary 2 Christmas Cruise to Feature George Takei as Guest Speaker. Celebrated actor, author and activist George Takei will headline the holiday voyage on Cunard’s flagship liner Queen Mary 2 as part of the luxury cruise line’s renowned Insights program, December 22, 2019 - Jan 3, 2020 (M001). While sailing on the 12-night Caribbean Celebration voyage, round-trip out of New York, George will be offering two presentations, a Q&A, and a book signing for guests. His first talk will focus on American history and his childhood spent in a Japanese American internment camp during WWII. In his second lecture, George will discuss his favorite Hollywood moments and behind-the-scenes anecdotes with some of his famous friends such as Tom Hanks, Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball, Cary Grant, Brad Pitt, Howard Stern, Leonard Nimoy, Patrick Stewart and Jane Fonda. George Takei to be guest speaker on Queen Mary 2 holiday cruise “I am looking forward to spending the holidays on

Cunard's 2021 World Cruise on The Queen Mary 2 Features Many Firsts.

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Cunard's Queen Mary 2 to Sail 113 Night World Cruise in 2021 Luxury cruise brand Cunard unveiled their Oceans of Discovery voyage program for November 2020 through May 2021, featuring Full World Voyages and in-depth itineraries in Japan and Australia. The Cunard fleet, including Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria, and flagship liner Queen Mary 2, will call at 94 destinations in 38 different countries, including four exciting maiden calls in Japan, Taiwan and New Zealand. Queen Mary 2 will undertake her classic East-West World Voyage in 2021 to Australia and Asia, which includes the Mediterranean, Arabian Gulf, Indian Ocean and Southern Africa. The World Cruise can be taken as a roundtrip from either New York (113 nights) or London (99 nights). Shorter voyage options range in length from two to 64 nights and can be combined in many ways allowing guests to create the ideal travel experience to the cities of their choice.   The beginning of the voyage is routed

Norwegian Cruse Line Takes Delivery of Norwegian Encore - Ship to Preview to Press and Agents in New York.

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Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Encore Delivered - Ship is Previewed to Agents and the Media Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel, today took delivery of its newest ship, Norwegian Encore, in Bremerhaven, Germany. This highly anticipated milestone begins a nearly month-long tour with preview events scheduled in Europe, New York and Miami, including the ship’s naming ceremony on Nov. 21, 2019. In attendance were Norwegian Cruise Line and Meyer Werft executives. “Today we celebrate the delivery of our 17 th ship and the close of our history-making Breakaway Plus class – a feat that was made possible through a special collaboration with our partners at Meyer Werft,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line. “Our dedication to creating next-level offerings on board, will allow us to continue to deliver meaningful experiences for our guests, when Norwegian Encore arrives home to Miami.” Th

Retirement Home - Not For Everyone - How about Sailing Around the World.

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This is a great video I found on an 88 year old woman who has decided to retire on a cruise ship. Sailing around the world continuously, she has the best of all worlds. I hope you enjoy this entertaining video and have an opportunity to retire on a cruise ship.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. ,

Exciting Fun Ship Choices Found on the Carnival Radiance and Carnival Sunrise.

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Carnival Sunrise's RedFrog Pub - One of may dining establishments onboard the Carnival Sunrise. The Carnival Sunrise has already completed her extensive refit and the Carnival Victory is next. The Carival Vitory will emerge from the shipyard as the Carnival Radiance in the Spring of 2020 - after a  $200 Million dollar refit. Here is a brief listing of the enhancements made/will be made to both ships by 2020. Exciting New Shipboard Choices Carnival Sunrise and Carnival Radiance will each undergo extensive dry docks in 2019 and 2020, respectively, that will add an array of exciting food, beverage and entertainment choices.   New culinary and beverage offerings will include Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse developed by Food Network star and longtime partner Guy Fieri, a classic American steakhouse called Fahrenheit 555, and the Cucina del Capitano family-style Italian restaurant, the Caribbean-inspired RedFrog Pub.   Carnival Radiance will also feature Big

Bar Harbor Maine - A Quaint Port on Many New England, Canada Cruises.

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Arcadia National Park - Located Just Outside of Bar Harbor Maine Bar Harbor is one of the best ports on a New England, Canada cruise. The small city is quaint and has has many shops, restaurants and attractions but still retains it nautical feel. The port's close proximity to Acadia National Park allows cruise passengers the ability to take in the beauty and roughness of the landscape as well learn how the local live. Check out the latest review of Bar Harbor and learn more details about this cruise destination.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. ,

Carnival Cruises' Carnival Sunrise Arrives in Fort Lauderdale for Winter Cruises to the Bahamas

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Carnival Cruises' Carnival Sunrise Arrives in Fort Lauderdale for Winter Cruises to the Bahamas After completing her 2019 cruise season from New York and a short stent in Norfolk, Virginia, the Carnival Sunrise has arrived in Fort Lauderdale - her new home-port for the winter. The totally transformed Carnival Sunrise arrived in her new home-port of Fort Lauderdale on 10/28/2019 to launch a schedule of four- and five-day Caribbean and Bahamas cruises from Port Everglades. Today’s voyage – a sold-out five-day cruise to Ocho Rios and Grand Cayman – marks the first of nearly 40 departures from Fort Lauderdale through May 2, 2020. The ship’s inaugural call at Port Everglades was marked with a traditional maritime plaque exchange with port and government officials, as well as a reception and lunch for local dignitaries and travel agents. Carnival Sunrise debuted earlier this year following an extensive $200 million renovation that is part of a fleetwide $2 bill

MSC Cruises' MSC Meravilgia - Closes out MSC 2019 Cruise Season from New York - Departing on a Southern Caribbean Cruise

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MSC Cruises' MSC Meravilgia - Closes out MSC 2019 Cruise season from New York - Departing on a Southern Caribbean Cruise MSC Cruise MSC Meravilgia closed out MSC Cruises 2019 season from New York to New England- Canada. At 7:04 PM, the largest cruise ship to call at Manhattan to date, the MSC Meravilgia silently pulled away from the pier 88 at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on her way to the Southern Caribbean and her new Winter Homeport - Miami. After completing her New England & Canada Program, the MSC Meravilgia departed on a  14 Day  repositioning cruise from New York (on October 28th) to the Southern Caribbean which includes a stop at MSC Private Reserve - Ocean Cay in the Bahamas. The cruise will end in Miami on November 10, 2019. Map of  MSC Cruises' MSC Meraviglia's October 28 Southern Caribbean Repositioning Cruise From New York The MSC Meraviglia  will spend the winter sailing to the Western Caribbean on 7 Day cruises from Miami. Ju

Carnival Cruises Carnival Victory to be Transformed Into the Carnival Radiance

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Carnival Cruises Carnival Victory to be Transformed into the Carnival Radiance as part of a $200Million Dollar Refit Next year Carnival Victory will undergo a $200m bow-to-stern transformation to emerge as Carnival Radiance. The 38-day renovation will add all of the line’s food, beverage and entertainment innovations. These include Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse created by Food Network star Guy Fieri, Cucina del Capitano family-style Italian restaurant, Bonsai Sushi, Caribbean-inspired RedFrog Pub and the first Big Chicken restaurant created by Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer, Shaquille O’Neal. All of the ship’s spaces will be transformed including the water park, youth facilities, retail shops, Cloud 9 Spa and a new Liquid Lounge, home to Carnival’s high-tech Playlist Productions shows. Carnival Radiance will reposition New York in the Summer of 2020 sailing from New York to New England, Canada, the Caribbean, Florida, Bahamas, Bermuda and private isla

Norwegian Escape Leave and Norwegian Bliss Files In.

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Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Escape to Spend the winter tin the Western Caribbean In late November, Norwegian Cruise Line is swapping ships out of New York - Replacing the Norrwegian Escape with the newer Norwegian Bliss. There Norwegian Escape will depart New York on November 20, 2019, heading out of the Big Apple empty enroute to Miami. The Norwegian Escape will spend the winter sailing to the Western Caribbean from Miami until April, 2020.  In April the Norwegian Escape will sail back to New York for a 4 Day Bermuda Cruise on April 7, 2020 followed by a 7-Day cruise to Bermuda. The Norwegian Escape will them depart on 4/14/2020 on a 15-Day Cruise to the Azores, make multiple stops in Portugal and Spain then on to France and Italy where the cruise ends. Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Bliss to spend the winter of 2019/2020 sailing from New York to the Eastern Caribbean, Florida and Bahamas The Norwegian Bliss sailing from Los Angeles to New Yor

Princess Cruises Sea Princess Sails 2020 World Cruise Features Overnight Stays in New York City

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Princess Cruises' Sea Princess Makes Overnight Calls in NYC as Part of 2020 World Cruise Princess Cruises' Sea Princess will offer a 106-Day World Cruise from Sydney Australia departing on May 12.2020,   visiting 38 Ports:   Sydney, Australia | Brisbane, Australia | Komodo Island, Indonesia | Singapore | Colombo, Sri Lanka | Muscat (Mina Qaboos), Oman | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Aqaba (Petra), Jordan | Transit the Suez Canal, Egypt | Transit the Suez Canal, Egypt | Santorini, Greece | Sibenik, Croatia | Venice, Italy | Venice, Italy | Valletta, Malta | Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy | Cannes (for Monte Carlo), France | Barcelona, Spain | Ceuta, Spanish Morocco, Spain | Lisbon, Portugal | Cork, Ireland (Cobh - For Blarney Castle) | London (Dover), England | Bergen, Norway | Hellesylt, Norway | Geiranger, Norway | Tromso, Norway | Honningsvag (for North Cape), Norway | Lofoten Islands (Gravdal), Norway | Akureyri, Iceland | Isafjordur, Iceland

Totally Renovated Carnival Victory to Sail From New York in 2020 as the Carnival Radiance.

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Carnival Cruises Carnival Radiance to Sail From New York in 2020 (formerly the Carnival Victory) Carnival Cruise Line today announced the diverse inaugural schedule for the totally transformed Carnival Radiance, including 9- to 13-day European voyages, the line’s first to Cuba from New York and Norfolk, four- to nine-day sailings to the Caribbean, Canada/New England from New York, and a winter season of voyages to the Caribbean and Cuba from Port Canaveral, Fla. Carnival Radiance’s Diverse 2020 Inaugural Season Following a $200 million dry dock that will take place in Cadiz, Spain, Carnival Radiance will debut April 29, 2020, with a 10-day Mediterranean sailing from Barcelona followed by nine-and 12-day departures visiting top destinations throughout the region, including Italy, France, Croatia, Greece, Malta and Spain. The ship will then embark on a 13-day trans-Atlantic crossing from Barcelona to New York June 11-24, 2020, positioning the vessel for its inaugural se

Carnival Sunrise to Return to New York in 2020.

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Carnival Cruises' Carnival Sunrise to Return to New York in 2020 Building upon the popularity of short Bermuda cruises introduced on Carnival Horizon, Carnival Sunrise will offer a series of “long weekend” getaways to Bermuda as well as longer length Caribbean voyages from the Big Apple beginning May 21, 2020. The program includes eight, nine-day voyages with stops at the private Bahamian island of Half Moon Cay and Nassau.  Eight, four-day “long weekend” voyages to Bermuda will also be offered, departing Thursdays and returning Mondays and spending a full day on the island.  Seven, eight-day voyages visiting beautiful ports in the Caribbean and Bahamas will be offered as well. The program concludes with a 12-day Carnival Journeys partial Panama Canal transit from New York to Fort Lauderdale Oct. 19-31, 2020. Carnival Sunrise will also sail from Norfolk, Va., in May 2020, offering a pair of five-day cruises to Nassau and Freeport, along with a three-port, six-d