February 18, 200422 yr Press Release Source: Carnival Cruise Lines Carnival Cruise Lines, Florida Marlins Team Up For Fun-Filled 'Marlins Championship Cruise' In November 2004 Friday February 6, 10:07 am ET Highlights of Four-Day 'Fun Ship' Imagination Voyage Include Player Autograph and Photo Sessions, Appearance by Billy The Marlin, Memorabilia Auctions and More MIAMI, Feb. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Players, coaches and executives from the defending 2003 World Champion Florida Marlins will participate in the upcoming "Florida Marlins Championship Cruise" aboard Carnival Cruise Lines' 2,052- passenger "Fun Ship" Imagination in November 2004. The four-day voyage will operate round-trip from Miami Nov. 4-8, 2004. Ports of call include Key West, Fla., and Cozumel, Mexico. In addition to myriad opportunities to interact with Marlins players and coaches throughout the voyage, Carnival's "Florida Marlins Championship Cruise" will feature exclusive autograph and photo sessions, a private cocktail reception, and appearances by the team's mascot, Billy the Marlin, and the Marlins Mermaids. An auction for baseball memorabilia benefiting various charities will also be offered. Other invitation-only events include a "Marlins Town Hall Meeting," an interactive Q&A session where fans can ask the organization's top executives questions about the team. A variety of youth baseball-themed events will be also featured. "Carnival is delighted to team up with the defending 2003 World Series Champion Florida Marlins to offer this one-of-a-kind cruise vacation experience," said Bob Dickinson, Carnival president and CEO. "The Marlins' dramatic season, including a thrilling playoff run and World Series victory, was truly unforgettable and this cruise offers baseball fans a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the league's rising stars. It will be a 'grand slam' event that baseball fans will never forget!" he added. During the "Florida Marlins Championship Cruise," participants can also enjoy the Imagination's wide range of on-board amenities, including 12 lounges, bars and nightspots, a 12,000-square-foot health club, full casino gambling, a duty-free shopping mall, and three restaurants -- two fine dining rooms and an expansive poolside eatery with breakfast, lunch and dinner alternatives and a 24-hour pizzeria. A sushi bar and complimentary 24-hour room service are also available. Other features include a jogging track, and indoor and outdoor children's play areas, part of the line's top-rated "Camp Carnival" children's program. A diversity of entertainment choices, including Vegas-style entertainment, midnight comedy shows, live bands, and other acts, are also included. Carnival is currently accepting reservations for the "Florida Marlins Championship Cruise." Prices begin at $499 per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for third and fourth guests sailing in the same stateroom are also available making this a great family vacation value. For additional information and reservations, contact any travel agent, call 1-800-CARNIVAL or visit carnival.com/promo/Marlins. Participants must request fare code CDML when making a reservation. Carnival Cruise Lines is a proud member of the exclusive World's Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, Windstar Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together, we offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.
February 18, 200422 yr Damnit! My cruise ship company should've gotten in on this. Oh well, sounds like fun for sure.
February 18, 200422 yr I work for Carnival and get 2 free cruises a year! Hopefully, I'll be on this one!
February 19, 200422 yr Sounds great, only thing that would make it better is celebrating our 3rd championship on board :hat .
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