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On deck at Carnival: children’s water parks and adults only areas
Carnival Cruise lines’ eight Fantasy-class ships are getting children’s water parks and “adults only” deck areas.
The new features are just part of Carnival’s $250 million “Evolutions of Fun” program, said Porthole Magazine.
“The Fantasy-class vessels are the most successful series of cruise ships ever introduced, as well as the industry leader in three- to five-day vacations, carrying nearly 1.6 million guests annually,” said Bob Dickinson, Carnival president and CEO.
The expanded outdoor recreation areas will initially be incorporated onto the 2,052-passenger Inspiration and Imagination during upcoming month-long dry docks this fall. The additions will be added to other “Fantasy-class” ships in during the next two years.
The updated pool and deck areas on the Inspiration and Imagination are just one component of extensive ship-wide refurbishments to these vessels that initially began in 2005 and include renovations to virtually every guest area.
Among the new features are fully remodeled staterooms and suites including new bathrooms, flat-screen televisions in staterooms and select public areas, atrium lobby bars, updated sound and lighting systems in various lounges and clubs, coffee bars, nine-hole miniature golf courses, new art and photo galleries, New York-style delis in the Lido restaurants, and purpose-built conference facilities.
With Carnival expected to carry a record 575,000 children this year, particular emphasis is being placed on family friendly amenities, with new and expanded play areas and other upgrades.
Report by David Wilkening
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