SANTA CLARITA, Calif.,
March 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/
-- Beginning this summer, Princess Cruises guests sailing to
the colorful Caribbean will
experience a new immersive cultural experience with the"Rhythm of
the Caribbean," offering an
authentic dive into island life. From the moment guests step aboard
their Caribbean cruise, they will
be swept away in the lively spirit of the islands with enticing
cuisine, signature cocktails, exhilarating entertainment,
enrichment and authentic regional experiences.
"We passionately opened our hearts and minds to the diverse
local experiences to design 'Rhythm of the Caribbean' ultimately allowing our guests to
be inspired by the wonders of the Caribbean and instill a passion for
discovering new cultures and destinations," said Rai Caluori, Princess Cruises executive vice
president of guest experience and product development.
Guests can also take advantage of insider tips on must-do
excursions at each port, dance beneath the stars to vibrant
Caribbean rhythms and immerse
themselves in one-of-a-kind cultural activities – from concerts to
crafts, to enthralling presentations from local experts like shark
and treasure hunters.
"Rhythm of the Caribbean"
launches aboard Caribbean Princess in May
2018 and is scheduled to roll out to additional ships for
the upcoming fall/winter Caribbean
season. Offerings include:
- Caribbean Festival – presented in association with
Princess Cruises' "Festivals of the World," the spirit of the
Caribbean comes to life onboard as
guests celebrate the local sights, sounds, and vibrant energy of
the tropical islands with themed parties, enriching activities and
lively musical performances.
- Authentic Island Cuisine - savor the diverse fusion of
flavors drawn from the Caribbean's
coasts, with dishes like Jamaican jerk chicken, delicious red
snapper, creole black mussels, Puerto Rican mofongo, pineapple
crème brulée and more.
- Colorful Caribbean Cocktails - from rum punch to
tropical coolers, colorful coladas, refreshing mojitos and more,
Princess Cruises is planning to combine the history of the region
with locally inspired ingredients to create not just a Caribbean cocktail, but an adventure in a
glass. Guests can even indulge in a regional rum tasting.
- Party Like a Local -sail away with an exciting
high-energy party hosted poolside on the top deck – complete with
live music, thrilling performers and lush cocktails. Or spend a
night dancing under the vast Caribbean-starred sky at the Terrace Pool Gold
Party – inspired by the tales of treasure-laden pirate ships and
sunken gold.
- Parrots in the Piazza - meet local parrots and macaws up
close and personal in the ship's Atrium while learning fun and
interesting facts about their habits and habitat.
- Indoor Planetarium Experience - Princess Cruises and
Discovery at SEA invite guests on a voyage to the stars. Venture
into the night sky and view constellations, the moon, planets and
spectacular galaxies from the Caribbean night sky.
- Stories from Deep Sea Explorers - meet real life
treasure and shipwreck hunters onboard as they share first-hand
tales of their incredible adventures exploring the Caribbean by boat, investigating legends of
lost treasure and recovery operations. Or gain a greater
understanding about the fascinating lives of the feared, yet highly
misunderstood, apex predators of the sea during an onboard
encounter from a real-life shark diver, Martin Graff (on select voyages).
- Pirate-Themed Activities - young landlubbers will
enjoy some swashbucklin' fun as they learn how to talk like a
pirate, dress like a pirate, and even dance like a pirate during a
themed party for the whole family.
Princess sails year-round to the Caribbean, with a variety of cruises roundtrip
from Ft. Lauderdale. More information about the "Rhythm of the
Caribbean" and cruises can be
found at www.princess.com/caribbean.
Princess Cruises is a recognized destination leader in the
cruise industry, named "Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean" by U.S. News & World
Report for 2015 and the cruise line's private island beach in
the Bahamas, Princess Cays, was
ranked among the "Top Cruise Line Private Island Destinations" by
Cruise Critic for 2017.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS or
by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a
global premium cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 17
modern cruise ships renowned for their innovative design and wide
array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all
provided with the experience of exceptional customer service. As an
award-winning destination leader offering international cruise
vacations, Princess carries two million guests each year to more
than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150 itineraries
ranging in length from three to 114 days. The company is part of
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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