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    Holiday In The Park 2023 at Six Flags Magic Mountain

    Holiday In The Park Six Flags Six Flags Magic Mountain
    Last weekend we were invited out to Six Flags Magic Mountain for one of our favorite holiday events, Holiday at the Park. Even though it was our Anniversary we wanted to make sure we took the time to visit for a few hours and enjoy the park, and we're very glad we did. 

    ​Let's head in for some holiday fun! 
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    Before we get to the holiday fun though, a look at the updated front entrance where all of the ticket booths have been removed other than the ones on each side.

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    It definitely opens up this area and it will be interesting to see if they open it up more in the weeks and months to come. We definitely wouldn't be mad if they made the entry plaza after security bigger to accommodate the crowds during the summer for both Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor.

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    Iconic Park Entry!

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    Also wanted to take a possible last look at the Golden Bear Theater, which is slated for demolition soon.

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    Saw so many great shows in here. Weird Al. Jars of Clay. Okay, so like two.

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    But there were a lot of iconic shows here over the years including Oingo Boingo, New Kids on the Block. Jonas Brothers, Spinal Tap (with puppets).

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    Could this be the last event displayed on this iconic sign?

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    We also had a new video last week where we detailed what we could see in this spot, and also Knott's Camp Snoopy changes. Check it out below!

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    Alright, let's get into the Holiday fun! Santa and Mrs. Claus wished us a happy anniversary!

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    I think there are 2 days of Hanukkah left?

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    Did you know all of the holiday characters come out from backstage here like the monsters in Fright Fest? We didn't. It was very cool, wish we would have known so we could get video.

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    Severe lack of sliders, but still incredible! Plus, snow!

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    Heading over to get our Gleampunk on!

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    Would it be a holiday event with no hot chocolate? You can even enhance it with some awesome flavorings!

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    The decorations back here seemed a bit lacking this year, but the playlist is amazing!

    We recreated the playlist on Spotify when this area debuted, and Apple Music this year.
    You can play it below! 
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    The bus is back!!

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    I have to admit, this is one of my favorite holiday area's of any park.

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    We end our visit back in the front of the park, with some incredible lights.

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    Even a bit of haunt fog to enjoy!

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    Thanks again for having us out SFMM!

    ​Check out all of the details for Holiday in the Park and a bunch of other holiday events at the link below: 
    ​​2023 Holiday Event Information
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    Ride Entertainment Partners with Top of the Rock to Operate "The Beam"

    RIDE ENTERTAINMENT’S OPERATIONS DIVISION
    PARTNERS WITH ICONIC NEW YORK CITY SKYSCRAPER
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    The Beam at Top of the Rock, allows riders to experience and recreate iconic
    photograph “Lunch atop a Skyscraper” taken during the building’s construction.
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    ​NEW YORK CITY – Ride Entertainment is proud to announce a new partnership with 30 Rockefeller
    Center as the operators behind Top of the Rock’s newest attraction, The Beam.

    “It is a true honor to steward such a groundbreaking attraction atop a historical and iconic New
    York City landmark,” said Eli Paraoan, President of Operations with Ride Entertainment. “It has been
    a pleasure working with the team at Top of the Rock and I look forward to growing our partnership
    for many years to come.”

    Located on the 69th floor, two beams secure up to seven guests at a time before rising
    approximately 12 feet and rotating 180 degrees, giving unparalleled views of the New York City
    skyline from the most unique of vantage points. Guests also receive a souvenir photo, mimicking
    the iconic “Lunch atop a Skyscraper” taken back in 1932.

    Operating and maintaining historical attractions aligns with Ride Entertainment’s other New York-
    based attractions, including the operation of Forest Park Carousel (a National Historic Landmark)

    and the SeaGlass Carousel in The Battery – a one-of-a-kind carousel in lower Manhattan. With the
    addition of its operation of The Beam, Ride Entertainment now operates attractions at seven
    different locations throughout the New York City area.
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    About Ride Entertainment:
    For over 20 years, Ride Entertainment has been the global leader for innovation and customer
    satisfaction in the attractions industry. Founded as a sales company focused on bringing the best
    thrill rides in the world under one roof, the company has expanded to serve every sector of the
    industry: sales, service, and operations. Visit RideEntertainment.com to learn more.
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    Tassie's Underwater Twist Coming Spring 2024 to Aquatica Orlando

    Aquatica Orlando Prepares to Take Guests to the Depths of the Sea with What Will Be Florida’s Most Immersive Waterslide-Tassie's Underwater Twist, Coming Spring 2024
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    ​ORLANDO, FL., (December 7, 2023) – Voted Best Water Park in America for four straight years by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice, Aquatica Orlando is getting ready to welcome guests to an underwater adventure like no other! The park is thrilled to announce its newest addition coming in the Spring of 2024, Tassie's Underwater Twist, an all-new immersive waterslide that will transform the guest ride experience into an awe-inspiring journey through Australia's Shark Bay seagrass meadow.
     
    An immersive waterslide experience like no other, Tassie's Underwater Twist will transport guests to the depths of the ocean, where they'll glide through a vibrant underwater world teeming with marine life. Manufactured by WhiteWater West Industries, the enhanced slide measures 129 feet in length and features a super-bowl element enjoyed by riders on a two-person innertube. As the rider reaches the unique bowl of the slide they’ll begin to circle around the basin and find themselves surrounded by lush seagrass meadows, schools of colorful fish, and even the occasional shark. To enhance the immersive experience, Tassie's Underwater Twist will feature a synchronized video display and a captivating orchestral score.  The video projections will bring the underwater world to life, while the music will evoke a sense of wonder and excitement. In addition to being an exhilarating waterslide ride, Tassie's Underwater Twist will also provide an educational perspective for guests. Visual components along the path of the ride will enlighten visitors about the importance of seagrass meadows and the marine life that depends on them.
     
    “Tassie's Underwater Twist is set to redefine the thrill of aquatic adventures at Aquatica Orlando”, said Brad Gilmour, president of Aquatica Orlando. “As we eagerly anticipate the grand opening next Spring 2024, this immersive attraction promises a whirlwind of wonder and adrenaline-pumping twists. We've crafted an experience that will not only delight slide enthusiasts, but also create lasting memories for families and friends. With Tassie's Underwater Twist, we invite guests to dive into an underwater world of wonder, where fun and excitement meet curiosity and education.”
     
     
    Be Among the First to Slide into the Fun on “Tassie’s Underwater Twist” with an Aquatica Annual Pass 
     
    Guests can experience the best of Aquatica Orlando with a 2024 annual pass including the opportunity to be among the first to experience “Tassie’s Underwater Twist” before it opens to the public. 2024 annual passes are on sale now and start at $13.25 per month with no down payment. Pass Members enjoy unlimited visits and unbeatable benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, monthly rewards, exclusive VIP events and more at Aquatica Orlando. Starting as low as $13.25/month, Annual Passes are packed with benefits designed to make the park even more enjoyable all year long.
     
    For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.aquaticaorlando.com . Follow Aquatica Orlando on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest news from Aquatica.
     
     
    ABOUT AQUATICA:
    A vibrant aquatic landscape, splashed with South Seas spirit and dotted with towering, colorful slides, Aquatica Orlando delights all ages and interests. This one-of-a-kind water park, voted the #1 water park in the country by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Poll, is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides, featuring 50 slides, rivers and lagoons and 84,000 square feet of sparkling white, sandy beaches. Aquatica isn’t all about dashing and splashing though. This lush, laid-back playground is perfect for going with the flow. Wade into lazy rivers and wave pools without waiting in line and watch cares float away. Or grab a cozy lounge chair on one of Orlando’s loveliest beaches and sip a refreshing cocktail. Two large play areas just for kids make Aquatica the perfect spot for family fun.  Aquatica offers exclusive attractions that promise unlimited fun, sending guests on amazing undersea adventures.
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    Knott’s Berry Farm Promises More to Explore in 2024 as a Reimagined Camp Snoopy Debuts New Outdoor Adventures for Guests of All Ages

    2024 Attractions Camp Snoopy Cedar Fair Knott's Berry Farm
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    BUENA PARK, CA – An off-road adventure, a new family roller coaster, a giant swing, and the carefree fun of summer camp bring so much to explore in 2024 at Knott’s Berry Farm. Today, the theme park released exciting details about its six-acre, reimagined Camp Snoopy set to open Memorial Day weekend. Inspired by the California High Sierras, Camp Snoopy is the place where the iconic Peanuts Gang made its first debut outside the comic strip back when it opened in 1983. The reimagined land will allow campers of all ages to become full-fledged Beagle Scouts as they explore new rides, new character experiences, new entertainment, a new dining hall, a new camp store, plus more seating and ambiance.
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    “Experiencing first rides and first theme park moments as a family, is what Knott’s is all about,” said Jon Storbeck, vice president and general manager. “Our newly reimagined Camp Snoopy will allow parents and kids to ride and play together and be truly immersed in a summer camp experience right alongside the entire Peanuts Gang.”
    Camp Snoopy 2024
    As guests cross into the world of Camp Snoopy, they’ll become official campers, joining Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang for the camp’s annual jamboree, a fun week of camp competitions and activities. They can begin their adventure at Beagle Scout Headquarters at the new Snoopy’s Tenderpaw Twister Coaster, where Beagle Scout Master Snoopy and his troop will take them on a new first coaster experience through the forest.
     
    Snoopy’s Tenderpaw Twister is the only family coaster that takes parents and kids up a lift hill and delivers a pint-sized launch, making this a first, big coaster experience for everyone. The best part is that guests get to ride twice so it’s double the fun and double the adventure every time.
     
    Rocky Mountain Trucking Company will be transformed into the new Camp Snoopy’s Off-Road Rally. Guests will jump into their own colorful four-wheel jeep, each themed to Snoopy or a Peanuts character, drive through an expanded track and terrain, and race to the finish line. In this fun and colorful road rally, riders will encounter funny road signs and obstacles to go over, around, and under. Success is measured not by speed but by how many course checkpoints can be found.
     
    Sally’s Swing Along is a new experience and offers a carefree break from camp life. Not your backyard variety, this super-sized swing set is big enough for the entire Peanuts gang! Kids and parents can sit side-by-side on the giant bench swing and glide 10 feet toward the sky, back and forth, giggling and getting a taste of the good life.
     
    Campers who want to test their Beagle Scout skills and earn their merit badges will be able to explore the great outdoors at the Barrell Bridge and Waterfall area of the camp. With a brand-new lookout terrace area, parents can relax up top or join in the fun down below as the kids navigate the bouncy, buoy-like barrel bridges to explore the cave and waterfall as Snoopy’s canoe teeter-totters up above.
     
    For a scenic journey throughout Camp Snoopy, campers will board the newly upgraded Beagle Express and take a locomotive ride through a series of camp vignettes, crossing over a covered bridge, and watching as Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang prepare for the jamboree events. They’ll see fellow campers along the route decorating their cabins for a “Best Cabin” contest and getting ready for potato sack races and more.
     
    It’s not officially summer camp until you sing songs around the campfire. At the new Camp Snoopy Theater, campers will gather under a giant, new rustic-themed theater, filled with log benches for seating that surround a large firepit at the base of the stage. The firepit will be lit in the evenings for special campfire entertainment. During the day, the theater will debut a new Camp Snoopy show and offer more shade and a larger stroller parking area.
     
    Meet-and-greets with Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Pigpen, Sally, Marcie and, of course, Snoopy will now be found throughout Camp Snoopy at varying times daily.
     
    Guest favorite Woodstock’s Airmail reopens in a new area called Camp Post Office. Guests will strap into their seats and once again soar into the sky and back down again with Snoopy's favorite feathered friend.
     
    And finally, rounding out the experience will be an updated Grizzly Lodge dining hall, with new décor and menu items, new family restrooms, and an immersive new Snoopy Camp Store with all the essentials needed for camp and then some.
    FUN IS ALWAYS IN SEASON
    Knott’s is proud to announce its annual Seasons of Fun lineup, starting in January when the beloved PEANUTS characters take over the entire park for Knott’s Peanuts Celebration, January 27-February 25.
     
    SPRING
    • In the spring, the famous Knott's Boysenberry Festival returns March 8 – April 28 with countless one-of-a-kind boysenberry-inspired food and drink offerings created by Knott's culinary team, artisan crafters, live shows, music, and entertainers around every corner.
    SUMMER
    • Summer 2024 brings back two favorites - Ghost Town Alive! immersing guests in the western town of Calico in all sorts of new adventures and role play, and Knott’s Summer Nights, where the fun heats up when the sun goes down, with Tastes of Summer, the best of So Cal’s local music scene plus backyard fun from Calico Park to Charleston Circle. Both events run from June 14 - September 2.
    • Summertime at Knott's wouldn't be complete without a visit to Knott's Soak City Waterpark May 18 - Sept 8, where guests can catch a ride down 23 different speed, tube, and body slides or take a relaxing trip down one of the longest lazy rivers in the country.
    FALL
    • For fall, the spooktacular family-friendly daytime Halloween event, Knott's Spooky Farm, runs September 26 - October 31 plus Columbus Day, and invites little ghouls to wear their favorite costumes and go trick-or-treating.
    • And of course, for those guests who dare, Knott’s Scary Farm, California’s longest-running, Halloween theme park event, promises terrifying scare zones and frightening mazes from September 19 – November 2.

    WINTER
    • The year will end with Snoopy, snow, and Santa, at Knott’s Merry Farm, November 22 – January 5, where guests will be immersed in classic holiday cheer as they enjoy festive treats, holiday shows, and Snoopy and the PEANUTS in their annual show on ice.
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    BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE IT ALL
    Unlimited access and unlimited visits to all this fun for the remainder of 2023 and all of 2024, can be found with a 2024 Season Pass. A Regular Season Pass includes admission to Knott's Berry Farm for as low as 10 payments of $7 after the initial payment plus applicable fees with no blockout dates. A Gold Season Pass includes admission to both Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City Waterpark. Additional pricing and information on passes can be found at knotts.com. Offers end on January 7, 2024.
     
    Think about extending the fun with an overnight stay at the newly renovated Knott’s Hotel, debuting in early 2024. The multi-million-dollar investment will transform the property – all guest rooms, lobby, conference rooms, ballrooms, and outdoor event space. The new hotel promises to incorporate the hospitality, charm, and character of park founders, Walter and Cordelia Knott in this unique, cozy 322-room guesthouse on the farm.
    Come explore more in 2024 by using #KnottsBerryFarm on social media or visit www.knotts.com
     
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    About Knott’s Berry Farm and Cedar Fair Entertainment Company:  Knott’s Berry Farm is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), one of the largest regional amusement resort operators in the world, and is a publicly traded partnership headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio. The Company owns and operates 13 properties, consisting of 11 amusement parks, four separately gated outdoor water parks, and resort accommodations totaling more than 2,300 rooms and more than 600 luxury RV sites. Its parks are in Ohio, California, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Missouri, Michigan, Texas, and Toronto, Ontario.
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    SeaWorld San Diego’s Iconic Fireworks are Back to Light up the Holiday Season

    A Christmas Wish Fireworks Show returns with heartwarming Christmas wishes told during a pyrotechnics display of festive colors
    Starting Saturday, December 9, A Christmas Wish Fireworks Show will return and light up the sky above SeaWorld San Diego every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday this month. As of December 22, the spectacular fireworks will be daily through December 31. Guests will love hearing heartwarming Christmas wishes told during this brilliant pyrotechnics display, as the show begins 10 minutes prior to park close for guests to view and enjoy the festive colors. This iconic show is the perfect way to end a special day at SeaWorld and create a treasured memory for the whole family. Special fireworks displays will be held on December 9 to kick off the Mission Bay Boat Parade at 5:30 p.m., and December 31 to celebrate New Year’s Eve at 9:00 p.m.
                                
                                 Guests who visit the park on select dates through January 7 can celebrate festive cheer and special traditions during Christmas Celebration. Nominated for 2024 Best Theme Park Holiday Event by USAToday 10Best, guests can explore the magic and wonder of SeaWorld’s beautifully decorated outdoor park grounds and the iconic SkyTower Tree of Lights, San Diego’s biggest Christmas tree. Plus, enjoy a 30 ft. Christmas tree with twinkling lights and Christmas songs programmed to the movement of multiple lighting designs. Event offerings include the All-New O.P Otter’s Holiday Sing-A-Long, Mrs. Claus’s Christmas Parade, live reindeer, a daily tree lighting of a twinkling 30-foot Christmas tree, and more. A Hanukkah display celebrates the Jewish holiday where guests can enjoy a menorah lighting, holiday décor, and Hanukkah music.
     
    For a limited time, guests can save up to $45 on tickets during the Holiday Sale and experience the magic of fireworks and SeaWorld’s Christmas celebration. Or guests can visit all year long and save with 2024 Annual Passes for as low as $13.50 per month, and 2024 Fun Cards for $99. Annual Pass Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more.
     
    For more information on SeaWorld and to purchase Annual Passes and Fun Cards visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

    Fireworks will take place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through December 22 and will then be daily from December 22 through December 31.
    ABOUT:              
    ​    SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date.  The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent.  A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).  SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE:SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.
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    CARNIVAL JUBILEE JOINS CARNIVAL FLEET AS AMERICA’S CRUISE LINE CONTINUES CAPACITY EXPANSION

    New Ship Now Sailing Home, Increasing Carnival’s Capacity from Galveston As Carnival Adds Fifth of Six New Ships to Fleet Since 2021
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    ​MIAMI, Dec. 4, 2023 – Carnival Cruise Line today welcomed Carnival Jubilee, the third ship in its award-winning Excel-class, during a delivery event with ship builder Meyer Werft in Bremerhaven, Germany. As the 26th Fun Ship in the Carnival fleet, Carnival Jubilee begins its journey to Galveston, Tex. where it will bring added capacity and offer an exciting mix of new entertainment, dining and fun to one of the cruise line’s most popular homeports.

                Carnival President Christine Duffy, alongside Ben Clement, Carnival’s SVP of New Builds, Refurbishments & Product Innovation, and the ship’s senior officers, joined Meyer Werft Managing Director Jan Meyer, to welcome Carnival Jubilee, the first Carnival ship to be built in Papenburg, Germany. Once in Texas, Carnival Jubilee and her team will welcome guests for the first time on Dec. 23. The ship will sail from Galveston year-round on week-long Western Caribbean voyages. 

                “Carnival Jubilee is the fifth additional ship we’ve welcomed into our fleet since 2021 and an integral part of our growth strategy. This ship will bring our most dynamic offering of fun to one of our most popular homeports and will be a great addition to our plans to remain the number one cruise line in Galveston,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “From the thrill of the roller coaster, BOLT, to a piece of paradise at the Serenity retreat, and so much more, we’re delivering a new level of fun for our guests sailing from Galveston that will complement our current and upcoming operations there.”

                In addition to Carnival Jubilee, additions to the Carnival fleet since 2021 include Mardi Gras (2021), Carnival Luminosa (2022), Carnival Celebration (2022), and Carnival Venezia (2023). Carnival Firenze will join the fleet in April 2024.

                Carnival Jubilee ushers in a significant expansion of capacity from Galveston, one of Carnival’s top homeports. Carnival was the first cruise line to sail year-round from Galveston in 2001, and the new ship with a Texas star on its bow is a Texas-sized symbol of the cruise line’s loyal and intense following by guests and travel advisors in the region.  Carnival Jubilee will join Carnival Breeze and Carnival Dream at the port as part of a four-ship deployment plan that will be complete when Carnival Miracle repositions to Galveston in October 2024.

    Over the past month, Carnival Jubilee’s captain and senior officers have led the final trials to test the ship’s seaworthiness, completing many technical and nautical operations ahead of its transatlantic voyage and arrival to Galveston on Dec. 20. The 183,000 gross-ton ship can accommodate approximately 6,400 guests at full capacity, plus 1,750 crew. The ship is Carnival’s third to be powered by a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) propulsion system, the first cruise ship to run on LNG from Galveston and will operate out of Terminal 25 at the Port of Galveston which underwent a recent $53 million investment to accommodate the ship and provide an enhanced guest experience.
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    For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation on Carnival, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit http://www.carnival.com, or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
     
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    ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
    Carnival Cruise Line, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is the first cruise line to sail over 100 million guests and is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line, for carrying more Americans and serving more U.S. homeports than any other. For over 51 years, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise industry and popularized the cruise vacation as an affordable and fun travel option. Carnival operates from 14 U.S. and two Australian homeports and employs more than 40,000 team members representing 120 nationalities. Carnival currently sails 26 ships and continues an exciting period of growth with another ship joining the fleet next spring and an all-new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, set to debut on Grand Bahama in summer 2025.