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Carnival Cruise Line Voted 'Best Ocean Cruise Line' In USA Today's '10Best' Readers' Choice Awards 2025

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE VOTED ‘BEST OCEAN CRUISE LINE’ IN USA TODAY'S '10BEST' READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2025
Carnival Also Voted ‘Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions’ and ‘Best Alaska Cruise’ with Carnival Spirit
MIAMI, Jan. 15, 2025 – Carnival Cruise Line has once again earned top honors in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, being named Best Ocean Cruise Line for the third consecutive year. Carnival was also voted the Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions and Carnival Spirit received the distinction of Best Alaska Cruise.
“Winning ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ for three consecutive is a remarkable achievement that reflects the loyalty and enthusiasm of our guests as well as the stellar service our team members are known for across the fleet,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “These awards highlight the unforgettable vacation experiences we strive to deliver every day – whether that’s through our exceptional onboard offerings or our shore excursions that cater to various interests and help our guests maximize the time they spend on land – from cultural immersions and historical tours to adventurous activities like snorkeling and zip-lining.”
Nominations for the 10Best Awards were selected by a panel of cruise industry experts, with voting taking place online by USA Today readers who were asked to rank cruise lines in a variety of product and service-based categories.
Carnival continues to enhance its offerings for guests with the opening of its new exclusive destination, Celebration Key on Grand Bahama. Starting in July, Celebration Key is set to be a highlight of many itineraries, offering guests a day in paradise, however they define it, with endless options for relaxation and recreation. Carnival will also expand service in Australia this spring, with the addition of two ships. The cruise line is set to grow its fleet further with the addition of two Excel class ships in 2027 and 2028 respectively, preceding the delivery of three additional new ships of an innovative class currently under development.
For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit 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. Since its founding in 1972, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise industry and popularized the cruise vacation as an affordable and fun travel option. Carnival operates from 13 U.S. and two Australian homeports, as well as seasonally from Europe and employs more than 48,000 team members representing 120 nationalities.
Carnival’s fleet of 27 ships reflects an exciting period of growth that continues with the addition of seven ships through 2033: two ships joining in February 2025 when P&O Cruises Australia integrates into Carnival; a fourth and fifth Excel class ship scheduled for 2027 and 2028 respectively; followed by three additional new ships from an innovative new class currently under development. Carnival’s next new guest offering will be the all-new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, set to debut on Grand Bahama next summer.
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