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Strong bookings at Carnival leading to higher prices
Carnival Cruise Lines is reporting record wave season bookings, with strong reservations activity for 2010 departures. In a press release, the company says:
“As a result of the strong booking volumes, a general price increase will be implemented effective March 22 for summer sailings in June, July and August.”
For the period of Jan. 1 through Feb. 21, 2010, bookings were at unprecedented levels for the line’s 22 ships which operate three- to 15-day voyages.
Carnival President and CEO Gerry Cahill said prices will be up as high as five percent.
Cahill attributed the record booking activity to a wide range of factors, including strong travel agent partner support and targeted marketing initiatives, among other reasons.
Carnival Cruise Lines says it is the largest and most popular cruise line in the world, with 22 "Fun Ships" operating voyages to destinations that include The Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Alaska and others.
By David Wilkening
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