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Carnival Breeze to sail first in Europe and then the Caribbean. Just announced Summer 2012 sailing schedule.   by Raye & Marty Trencher Cruise Traveler Magazine It’s official! The Carnival Breeze, sister ship to the Carnival Magic, will sail from Europe her first season in Summer 2012 before heading to Miami for an innovative Caribbean schedule! 12-Day Mediterranean Cruises  •   The ship will kick off its inaugural 2012 season with a special 12-day maiden voyage that will depart Venice on June 3, and arrive in Barcelona June 15, 2012. •   Carnival Breeze will then commence a summer schedule of 12-day Mediterranean voyages from Barcelona from June 15 through October 25, 2012.  Stops will include Marseilles or Monaco; Livorno; Naples; Dubrovnik; Venice; Civitavecchia (Rome), and Messina. •   Carnival Breeze will sail one additional special voyage departing from Venice on August 26,  arriving in Barcelona on September 7, 2012. Six-Day Caribbean Cruises from Miami •   As part of its innovative Miami-based cruises, Carnival Breeze will offer a year-round three-port, six-day cruise program operating Sunday-Saturday beginning December 2, 2012. •   This schedule will be offered on alternating weeks and will feature visits to three popular ports of call: Grand Turk, B.W.I.; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; and Nassau, The Bahamas. Eight-Day Itineraries from Miami •   Carnival Breeze will offer two distinctly different four-port, eight-day itineraries year-round from the Port of Miami operating Saturday-Sunday beginning November 24, 2012. •   The Saturday-to-Sunday rotation is particularly attractive as it maximizes your guests’ vacation time, with eight full days of cruising across two weekends. •   These cruises include a southern Caribbean itinerary that will feature Grand Turk, La Romana (Dominican Republic), Curacao, and Aruba, along with an eight-day eastern Caribbean route visiting St. Thomas/St. John, Antigua, Tortola and Nassau. For more information on booking the Carnival Breeze, click here.

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ENJOY A LIVELY, FUN FILLED CRUISE. OR JUST TAKE IT BREEZY.

• Culinary options galore, including two dining rooms, a steakhouse, and Italian family-style fare at Cucina del Capitano.

• SportSquare's fitness and fun options. Get your game on!

• The laid-back Key West vibe of RedFrog Pub

• Carnival WaterWorks, the center of splash

• Serenity, the adults-only place where relaxation comes together

• European Home Port: Barcelona, Spain

• Home Port: Miami, FL

• 1,004 feet long

• Capacity: 3,690 guests (double occupancy); Total staff: 1,386

• Features all the best of its sister ships Carnival Dream and Carnival Magic, plus more to be announced over the coming months.

• Includes contemporary furnishings and new tropical décor for staterooms.

• Launches in June 2012

Onboard Amenities:

On Carnival Breeze, you will find everything there is to love about a Carnival "Fun Ship," in a whole new setting. You know how much better a pool is when you're surrounded by the ocean, how much better the food tastes when there's literally tons of it to choose from, and how much more fun the kids have when they're spending time making new friends (and you, when they're keeping busy!). Yep, that's our promise to our guests, and that's what Carnival Breeze delivers. You may not, however, have experienced the pleasure of The Lanai, Carnival Breeze's outdoor promenade. Or ever enjoyed amazing vistas at sea as you relax in an outdoor whirlpool? (You will!) Indoors, Carnival Breeze even features a range of comfy staterooms with tropical décor and a new guest-friendly layout.

Deck Plans:

The Breeze is the newest member of our "Fun Ship" fleet and sailing to Europe and the Caribbean - she is loaded with great spaces for everyone! As you prepare your cruise vacation, check out the Carnival Breeze deck plan and find the perfect spot just for you.

Itineraries:

And, for the perfect ports of call – Carnival Breeze is open for reservations, book now – choose from any of the thrilling Breeze itineraries. June 2012 – November 2012 offers 12 day Mediterranean sailings and a 15 day Transatlantic offering amazing ports of call including Naples, Venice, Rome and more! Also, sailing out of her home port of Miami from November 2012 – Spring 2013, your clients can sail 6 day Caribbean, 8 day Southern Caribbean and 8 day Eastern Caribbean visiting beautiful Grand Turk, Ocho Rios, Aruba, Tortola and more.

Sneak peeks:

Please enjoy these ‘hot off the press’ ship renderings and join us in the excitement as we get to watch the newest ship go from construction to introduction.

So, be the first to know all about Carnival’s newest ship – to launch June 2012 - and let Carnival Breeze gently sweep you away!

For more information visit www.carnival.com

RedFrog Pub		SportSquare
RedFrog Pub is our new laid-back, no-worries, but oh so lively Key West inspired pub. Sip a frosty house brew, sample tasty Caribbean fare or dominate at the foosball table.		Game on! Our new sports complex has something for everyone... adventure seekers, sports enthusiasts and spectators alike. Like a challenge? Take your pick: the first at sea ropes course, a two-level mini golf, foosball, table tennis and more. Or just sit back and take in the action from the sports bar.
Cucina del Capitano		Carnival WaterWorks
Enjoy a unique family-style Italian dining experience at Cucina del Capitano. Dinner calls for an á la carte menu inspired by the recipes from our Italian captains' and officers' childhoods.		Twist and turn down the Twister and DrainPipe waterslides or watch the little ones scamper around in SplashZone.
Serenity Adult-Only Retreat!		Ocean Plaza
Chill out in this kid-free oasis that's the hub of relaxation aboard Carnival Breeze. Take in the ocean view, hop into one of two hot tubs, or just kick back under the shade of a big umbrella.		Hear that? The music is pumping and calling you to demo your best dance moves. Your reward? Will it be something super chocolaty from the café or extra smooth from the Plaza Bar? Oh... decisions...
Cloud 9 Spa		Delectable Dining
Chillax and indulge in pure bliss with salon beauty and body treatments galore then get your "quick-gym-fix" at the state-of-the-art fitness center.		When it comes to food, you can never have too many options with two spectacular dining rooms, a casual Lido restaurant, Sushi Bar, 24-hour pizza, tender steaks at our Steakhouse, and so much more. The Carnival Breeze offers a generous variety of culinary pleasures designed to delight your heart as well as your palate. Are you hungry yet?
Pools		Biggest Screen You've Ever Seen!
Pools are places where the good times flow, and to make sure Carnival Breeze has enough good times for all, we're including two pools. So mix things up a little; maybe check out the resort-style pool on even-numbered days, and aft pool on odd ones.		Watch movies, concerts, news, sporting events, and even watch others shake their "groove thing" on Carnival Breeze's Seaside Theatre. A 12'x22' jumbo-sized LED screen with a crystal-clear picture and a 70,000-watt, easy-to-hear sound system.
Camp Carnival		Circle "C"
From finger painting to cartoon time, the little ones will also have a blast with our supervised camp for kids 2-11.		One of the coolest spots is Circle "C" and it's just for kids 12-14...video games, dance parties, late night movies, Karaoke and more. What could be funner?
Club O2		Hit the Jackpot
The place to be for teens 15-17 - They can enjoy their own cool parties, movies and shore excursions.		Feeling lucky? Sure you are. Try your hand at poker, blackjack, roulette, craps and more - Just a sampling of the games the Casino has in store.
CARNIVAL BREEZE SHIP FACTS   Gross Tonnage: 130,000 tons Length: 1,004 feet Cruising Speed: 20 knots Guest Capacity: 3,690 (double occupancy) Total staff: 1,386 Registry: Panama

CRUISE TIPS

Booked on a Special fare or Discount? It is important that at least one guest per stateroom be eligible to be considered in compliance with a restricted price program, such as a Senior, Military, or Resident rate. It is also important to note that non-compliance of the restricted price program terms will result in the reservation being re-priced to the lowest available fare for that particular day. Furthermore, you will be responsible to pay for any differences immediately or else your boarding rights will be denied.

Traveling with a minor without the parent or legal guardian?
Should the last names of the parent and minor child traveling with them differ, the parent is required to present the child's valid passport and visa (if required) and the child's birth certificate (original, a notarized copy or a certified copy). The name of the parent(s) and the child must be linked through legal documentation.

Adults who are not the parent or Legal Guardian of any minor child traveling with them are required to present the child's valid passport and visa or the child's birth certificate (original, a notarized copy or a certified copy) and an original notarized letter signed by at least one of the child's parents. The notarized letter from the child's parent must authorize the traveling adult to take the child on the specific cruise, must authorize guardian to sign legal documentation/waivers for participation in any activities requiring them and must authorize the traveling adult to supervise the child and permit any medical treatment that must be administered to the child. If a non-parent adult is a Legal Guardian, the adult must present a certified certificate of Guardianship with respect to the child.

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