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ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL

Royal Caribbean International has been delivering innovation at sea since its launch in 1969. Each successive class of ships is a record-breaking architectural marvel that revolutionizes vacations with the latest technology. Today, the cruise line continues to dial up the guest experience for adventurous travelers, offering bold onboard thrills, spectacular dining options, breath-taking entertainment and world-class accommodations. All while sailing exciting itineraries to 270+ destinations in 60+ countries on six continents. Royal Caribbean has been voted Best Cruise Line Overall for 21 consecutive years by Travel Weekly readers. And Perfect Day at CocoCay, its private island in The Bahamas, has been recognized as the Private Island Destination by Travel Weekly readers for four years running.

OUR LEADERSHIP

JASON LIBERTY

President and Chief Executive Officer, Royal Caribbean Group.

Naftali Holtz

Chief Financial Officer, Royal Caribbean Group.

MICHAEL BAYLEY

President and Chief Executive Officer, Royal Caribbean International.

Kara Wallace

Chief Marketing Officer, Royal Caribbean International.

VICKI FREED

Senior Vice President, Sales, Trade Support & Service.

MICHAEL GOLDNER

Senior Vice President, Revenue Management.

EFY PAPAGIANAKIS

Vice President, Finance and Administration.

Senior Vice President, Marine Operations.

JAY SCHNEIDER

Chief Product Innovation Officer.

Senior Vice President of Entertainment.

SEAN TREACY

Senior Vice President, Hotel Operations.

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Norwegian Cruise Line has been the premier innovator in the cruise line industry for over 57 years. We were the first to eliminate set dining times and provide guests with the freedom to cruise on their schedule to over 450 incredible destinations around the world. Our award-winning fleet provides an unparalleled onboard experience and will continue to expand with the arrival of our Prima Class ships.

Guests are welcomed aboard with a wide variety of complimentary and specialty dining options, entertainment that ranges from live music and comedy to shows straight from Broadway and our wide range of accommodations that are perfect for any type of traveler.

In the coming years, Norwegian’s commitment to innovation will continue to raise the bar for the cruise industry.

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Our award-winning fleet is constantly being improved and expanded. From our newest ships, like Norwegian Encore and Norwegian Bliss, to vessels that have been updated from bow to stern and beyond, our guests are provided with the best on board experience. That's what has made us World Travel Award's "World's Leading Cruise Line" and "North America's Leading Cruise Line" five years in a row.

Where to next? Norwegian Cruise Line will take you there. Only Norwegian Pride of America sails year-round from Honolulu and takes you to 4 islands in 7 days. The best way to experience Alaska is with the youngest fleet cruising the Last Frontier. Visit the Old Continent with "Europe's Leading Cruise Line" 13 years running. Our private island paradise, Great Stirrup Cay, and The Caribbean's premier resort-style destination, Harvest Caye, along with our amazing sailings, have earned us the title of "Caribbean's Leading Cruise Line" eight years in a row.

Get a taste of the world without leaving the ship. With a variety of superb restaurants and no set dining times, you can enjoy our wide selection of up to 28 specialty and complimentary dining options on your schedule. A three-course meal awaits you however, whenever, and with whoever you want at our three main dining rooms. Starbucks ® cafes and kiosks are now available fleetwide so you can start your day in your favorite way. Take a tour of Italy with the authentic Tuscan cuisine at La Cucina. Premium cuts of steak will welcome you on The Waterfront at Cagney’s Steakhouse. Want to step outside your comfort food zone? Food Republic will take your taste buds on a culinary expedition.

Find your home away from home no matter where you roam in our wide selection of contemporary staterooms. Cruise in the lap of luxury in The Haven, our exclusive enclave with our most luxurious accommodations located at the top of the ship. Enjoy the spacious and beautifully appointed Concierge Class accommodations aboard Norwegian Joy. If you're looking to start your days with ocean views, our Balcony Suites will greet you with seaside sights every morning. Bringing the whole family? Our larger and connecting staterooms will let everyone cruise in comfort. For those cruising alone, our award-winning Studios are specially designed for solo travelers and include access to an exclusive private lounge.

Norwegian Cruise Line offers an incredible lineup of award-winning entertainment. From Broadway hits like Kinky Boots, Jersey Boys and Rock of Ages, to the breathtaking acrobatics of Cirque Dreams and the Latin rhythms of Burn the Floor, it's never-ending excitement on board. Our fleet has a wide variety of venues where guests can enjoy live music, stop by for a hilarious comedy show or watch a live performance of their favorite shows, like Deal or No Deal. It's never a dull moment with Norwegian Cruise Line.

Get to Know Our Leadership Team

Harry Sommer

President and Chief Executive Officer, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

David J. Herrera

President, Norwegian Cruise Line

Chad Berkshire

Senior Vice President, Revenue Management, Norwegian Cruise Line

Senior Vice President of Guest Services, Norwegian Cruise Line

Adam Malone

Chief Marketing Officer, Norwegian Cruise Line

John Chernesky

Senior Vice President of North America Sales, Norwegian Cruise Line

Michael Tomoleoni

Chief Consumer Sales Officer, Norwegian Cruise Line

Daniela Jolodosky

Vice President, Brand Finance & Strategy Norwegian Cruise Line

Jason Krimmel

Chief International Sales and Marketing Officer, Norwegian Cruise Line

Neil Brodie

Vice President of Experiences At Sea, Charters, Meetings, and Incentives, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Sail & Sustain Our Environmental Commitment

We remain committed to being a responsible corporate citizen by fostering a culture of awareness and respect for our world's resources. Our core company values extend beyond our ships and encourages the preservation of the precious natural resources that are integral to our success. Our ability to offer fantastic guest experiences relies on the clean and healthy marine environment and well-being of the destinations we visit.

Awards & Accomplishments

From award-winning dining and entertainment, to year after year of itinerary accolades, Norwegian Cruise Line has been on hot lists and readers' choice awards since 2003. Visit our awards page for nearly two decades' worth of accomplishments.

We Take Great Effort to Maintain Safety & Security

Norwegian Cruise Line takes great effort in maintaining a safe and clean environment. We have stringent protocols in place for cleaning and sanitation on all of our vessels. According to CDC sanitation inspection reports over the last 10 years, Norwegian is one of the most hygienic cruise lines. Here is a link to an article detailing our sanitation record:

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Corporate Employment

We have exciting land-based opportunities at our corporate offices in Miami, Florida. In addition, we have sales and reservations offices in Sunrise, Florida and Mesa, Arizona. If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our future, click below to view available opportunities.

Shipboard Employment at Norwegian Cruise Line

Travelling as fast as 25 knots, it's tough to have a slow day at work. Find your place in the world at any of the hundreds of positions on board our fleet of ships to some of the world's best destinations.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a combined fleet of 28 ships with approximately 59,150 berths, these brands offer itineraries to more than 490 destinations worldwide. The Company will introduce nine additional ships through 2027.

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From its modest beginnings in 1965 with a single ship cruising to mexico, princess® has grown to become one of the premiere cruise lines in the world. today, its fleet carries more than a million passengers each year to more worldwide destinations than any other major line., princess cruises®.

Considered one of the most recognized cruise lines in the world, Princess is continually evolving.

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In April 2003 Princess Cruises became a part of Carnival Corporation.

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Carnival Corporation & plc embraces and values diversity and inclusion. It is reflected in our people, our brands, our ports of call, and our customers. It is who we are and part of our DNA.

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From the fascinating destinations we visit to our incredible ships and nearly everything we do onboard, you'll find that some of the most respected names in travel have singled out Princess Cruises as among the very best of the best.

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Brand Profile

Founded:  1969 Fleet:  24 ships Fleet Capacity (Double Occupancy):  77,061 Destinations:  Alaska, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Dubai, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada/New England, Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal and South America In 2017, Royal Caribbean will visit 256 ports, in 64 countries, on 6 continents

Our Management

Richard D. Fain, Chairman and CEO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Adam Goldstein, President and COO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Jason Liberty, Senior Vice President and CFO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International Harri Kulovaara, Executive Vice President — Maritime, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Vicki Freed, Senior Vice President — Sales, Trade Support & Service, Royal Caribbean International Mark Tamis, Senior Vice President — Operations, Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International appeals to adventure-seeking families as well as couples and singles in their 30s to 50s.  The median age is low-40s, slightly lower on three- and four-night cruises and slightly higher on longer cruises of 10 or more nights. Our guests have an appetite for new experiences and an interest in activities that take them out of the ordinary, connect them with other people and enable them to explore new places and learn about other cultures. They are keen travelers seeking a quality vacation at the best value, one that caters to an array of travel needs and preferences. About three-fourths of Royal Caribbean's guests have cruised before and more than a quarter have sailed with us previously — we enjoy one of the highest repeat passenger percentages in our market segment. Guests are almost evenly divided between men and women and about 60 percent are North American and the rest from international markets extending from Asia to Latin America.

Our Financial Status

In fiscal 2016, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. reported net income of $1.31 billion.  The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:RCL).

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A Global Leader in the Cruise Industry

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a combined fleet of 32 ships with over 65,500 berths, these brands offer itineraries to approximately 700 destinations worldwide. The Company has five additional ships scheduled for delivery through 2028, comprising of over 16,500 berths.

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At Holland America Line, we believe travel has the power to change the world. We consider it our higher purpose to help make the world a better place through opening minds, building connections, and inspiring a shared humanity.

For 150 years, Holland America Line has been a recognized leader in cruising. If you are looking for some of the most spacious and comfortable ships at sea, award-winning service, exquisite dining, extensive activities and enrichment programs and compelling worldwide itineraries, you've come to the right place.

Our fleet of 11 modern classic ships offers more than 500 sailings a year visiting all seven continents. Cruises include both popular and less-traveled ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mexico, South America, the Panama Canal, Australia, New Zealand and Asia — as well as unique voyages to the Amazon, Antarctica and our extended Grand Voyages.

Holland America Line is proud of its environmental program. The company earned its initial ISO 14001 certification in June 2006. As the internationally recognized standard for environmental management, ISO 14001 encompasses virtually every aspect of our ships' operations. Holland America Line has been recertified to meet that standard again and again — demonstrating our belief that the safeguarding of our guests, crews, ships and the environment in which we live and operate is not only the right thing to do, it is essential to the successful conduct of our business.

As part of our collective social responsibility, the company, employees, and guests have joined together to give back to communities and organizations around the world. Whether it's donating shipboard items to an orphanage, cleaning up a neighborhood park, walking 5K onboard to raise funds for cancer research, or donating money to disaster relief, Holland America Line and our employees share time and resources to make a difference.

Every Holland America Line employee is committed to providing a truly extraordinary experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

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Carnival Corporation & plc engages in the provision of leisure travel services in North America, Australia, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: NAA Cruise Operations, Europe Cruise Operations, Cruise Support, and Tour and Other. It operates port destinations, private islands, and a solar park, as well as owns and operates hotels, lodges, glass-domed railcars, and motor coaches. The company offers its services under the Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises, and Cunard brand. Additionally, it sells its cruises primarily through travel agents, tour operators, vacation planners, and websites. Carnival Corporation & plc was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

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MSC Cruises is the world’s third-largest cruise brand as well as the leader in Europe, South America, the Gulf region, and Southern Africa with more market share in addition to deployed capacity than any other player. It is also the fastest-growing global cruise brand with a strong presence in the Caribbean, North America, and the Far East markets.

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Seabourn pioneered small-ship, ultra-luxury cruising, and continues to represent the pinnacle of that unique style of travel. Our fleet of intimate, all-suite ships, carrying between 458 and 600 guests each, sail to the world’s most desirable destinations at their peak seasons. On board, guests are served by an award-winning crew numbering nearly as many as the guests, hand-picked and extensively trained to deliver Seabourn’s signature style of thoughtful, personalized and heartfelt hospitality. Seabourn’s ships attract accomplished people who enjoy traveling well, and sharing fun and adventures with other interesting people. A great many of them have found the Seabourn cruise experience to be their preferred method of travel, and return regularly to sail with us again and again. We would welcome the opportunity to explore whether that might be true for you.

Adora Cruises: the new Chinese cruise line

Adora Cruises is the name of the new cruise line, which will cater to the Chinese market, born from the joint venture between Carnival Corporation and China State Shipbuilding Corporation.

“ Adora Cruises will develop more products tailored for Chinese passengers that combine global and domestic cruise market highlights,” said Roger Chen, CEO of CSSC Carnival Cruise Shipping .

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The company will begin operations in late 2023 with their first Vista-class ship, currently under construction at Waigaoqiao Shipyard in Shanghai , the name of which is not yet known. Meanwhile, a second ship, also of the Vista class, is already under construction.

The 16-story ship will have a variety of entertainment and recreational facilities, including a dining hall, performance and entertainment areas, and a shopping plaza.

The company also acquired the Costa Atlantica and Costa Mediterranea, which will then be part of the fleet.

Adora cruises thus aims to be Asia’s largest cruise ship fleet, offering departures from several ports in eastern, southern and northern China.

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A company is turning former cruise ships into floating hotels — see inside its largest 'floatel'

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Some old and unwanted cruise ships meet their demise at ship-breaking yards , where they are disassembled and sold for scrap.

Other vessels find a more fortunate fate, receiving a second chance to do what they already do best: serve as floating hotels.

Canada-based Bridgemans Services Group buys and charters former cruise ships to turn into "floatels," outfitted with standard cruise amenities like daily housekeeping, buffets, and relaxing lounges.

But the ships aren't designed to transport tourists from one destination to another anymore. Instead, companies turn to Bridgeman when they need to house workers for a long-term project, whether it be the construction of an offshore wind farm in Europe or the shooting of a major film in a remote destination.

Floatels can accommodate workers in remote destinations where hotels might not be an option.

In more metropolitan areas, Bridgemans says its ships could lessen the stress an inundation of workers might have on the local housing market.

And once they are no longer needed, the vessels depart and "leave no trace behind," the company said.

Over the last decade, Bridgemans has deployed its ships for 15 projects on every continent, Brian Grange, the company's president, told Business Insider.

Grange said that its deployments — most often for liquified natural gas companies — last for an average of two years.

In the past, it has also provided accommodations for MSC Cruises at its Ocean Cay private island and housing for more than 1,000 workers in the Philippines' on a project for the Manila International Airport during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The company's three ships range from 150 to 652 cabins.

The floatel operator acquired its largest ship, the 561-foot-long MV Isabelle X, in 2023.

In its past life, the 35-year-old vessel sailed around the Baltic Sea as one of Estonia-based Tallink Gruipp's cruise ships.

But gone are its days of leisurely cruising. The 35,000 gross-ton ship is now on its first deployment in Howe Sound, just north of Vancouver, where it's housing more than 600 workers who are building Woodfibre LNG's "net zero" LNG export facility.

Isabelle X underwent a six-month retrofit before it was sent to Howe Sound.

The process included updating the ship's cabins and adding amenities like a game room and an 8,000-square-foot gym.

The latter two are especially important: "We need to make sure we delineate between work and home," Grange told BI. "We have to create a social environment on board these vessels that makes it attractive for workforces around the world."

During their free time, workers can play billiards, relax in the outdoor lounge, or use the ship’s WiFi to catch up on social media.

The sports lounge has large television screens, while the games lounge has darts, ping pong tables, and air hockey.

The 'quiet lounges' are the go-to space for people who need to unwind after a long work day.

Or, they could recharge and catch up on the latest shows in their cabins, which all come with desks, storage, and 32-inch televisions.

Like a typical cruise ship, Bridgemans' vessels have buffets with live cooking stations, a dessert bar, and the occasional themed night.

The ships' chefs tailor their menus to the demographic and dietary restrictions of the workers on board, the company's president told BI.

Residents can expect at least four protein options, plenty of veggies, and handmade bread and desserts.

Unlike most cruise lines, Bridgemans can pre-purchase all the food it needs before deployment.

Grange says this allows the ships to maintain food quality and consistency in remote locations.

Remember that deployment in the Philippines during COVID-19? He said the ship had packed almost 800 tons of food ahead of the project.

He wouldn’t disclose the cost to rent one of Bridgemans’ floatels.

But he did note that the cost of a cabin on the Woodfibre LNG project in Howe Sound is comparable to a hotel room in nearby Vancouver, as is the case with most of its projects near major cities.

The company’s most recent acquisition, the 150-cabin Diamond XI, is currently being retrofitted and would be ready for deployment this year.

According to the company's president, the vessel is small and high-end, likely to be used for sporting events and movie shoots.

It could also be the start of a greater expansion: He hopes to add two or three more vessels to its fleet in the next five years.

"The world has opened up to this as a valued alternative to housing," Grange told BI.

Who knows, the next time you see a cruise ship off the coast, there's a slim but possible chance it could be housing workers — not vacationers.

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