REG-Carnival PLC: Carnival Extends Operational Pause Through September 30

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22/06/2020 14:05

Carnival Cruise Line Extends Operational Pause Through September 30

MIAMI, June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Cruise Line today advised
guests and travel agents that it has extended its operational pause in North
America through Sept. 30, 2020.

"During this unprecedented pause in our business, we have continued to assess
the operating environment and confer with public health, government and
industry officials," Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy told
booked guests and travel agents in a letter sent today.  But she added that
following the cruise industry's announcement on Friday that it would
voluntarily extend its pause in North America, Carnival Cruise Line is now
cancelling all cruises through September 30.  

"We have watched with great interest as commerce, travel and personal
activities have begun to start back up, and once we do resume service, we will
take all necessary steps to ensure the health and safety of our guests, crew
and the communities we bring our ships to in order to maintain public
confidence in our business.  Nevertheless, we apologize for disrupting your
vacation plans and appreciate your patience as we work through these
decisions," Duffy said in the letter.

Carnival initially announced a voluntary 30-day pause in operations on March
13, and has now extended that pause three times, reflecting the public health
challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.  It is currently completing
the repatriation of nearly 29,000 crew members to more than 100 nations who
serve its fleet of 27 ships.  As with previous pause announcements, Carnival
is giving guests who wish to move their booking to a later date a rebooking
offer that combines a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) and either a $300 or $600
Onboard Credit (OBC) that has proven very popular with their guests.  Guests,
as always, have the option to receive a full refund.  The process is fully
automated so that guests can submit their preference online and they have
until May 31, 2021 to make a selection. 

"We appreciate the patience and support of our loyal guests, and recognize how
much they want to get back to cruising.  When the time is right, our
outstanding onboard team will be waiting to welcome them back and give them
the great vacation that they deserve," said Duffy. 

CONTACT:  Vance Gulliksen, 305-406-5464/media@carnival.com



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