Carnival Paradise Undergoing Massive, Month-Long Renovation That Will Add New Water Park, New Cabins, Balconies To Existing Staterooms And Exciting Food And Beverage Innovations

MIAMI, Feb. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Paradise is undergoing an extensive, multi-million-dollar refurbishment that will add a wide variety of spaces and innovations, including a spectacular water park, 38 new cabins, 98 balconies to existing staterooms, and an a host of exciting food and beverage concepts.

Following the month-long dry dock, which takes place in Freeport, The Bahamas, Carnival Paradise will resume its year-round schedule of four- to eight-day cruises from Tampa, Fla., March 26, 2018.

The new features include:

    --  Guy's Burger Joint: a free-of-charge poolside venue developed in
        partnership with Food Network personality Guy Fieri serving hand-crafted
        burgers and fresh-cut fries enjoyed amidst a décor that celebrates the
        chef's California roots and love of car culture.
    --  RedFrog Rum Bar: a poolside watering hole offering the quintessential
        Caribbean vacation vibe with refreshing Caribbean rum-based frozen
        drinks and beers, including Carnival's own private label draught brew,
        ThirstyFrog Red.
    --  BlueIguana Cantina: a complimentary poolside Mexican eatery where guests
        can enjoy authentic freshly made burritos and tacos on homemade
        tortillas, as well as an elaborate toppings and salsa bar.
    --  BlueIguana Tequila Bar: a fun and festive outdoor bar offering a
        laid-back Mexican-themed atmosphere and tequila-based frozen drinks and
        beers, perfect for chillin' by the pool.
    --  Camp Ocean: a colorful marine-inspired play area designed for kids ages
        2-11 that showcases the wonders of the sea through fun and engaging
        interiors and more than 200 ocean-themed activities, including arts and
        crafts, science-oriented programming, and more.
    --  New Cabins, Stateroom Enhancements: Thirty-eight cabins have been added
        - two Grand Vista suites offering floor-to-ceiling windows, 22 junior
        suites, two scenic ocean view cabins and 12 interior accommodations.
        Additionally, private verandahs have been added to 98 existing
        staterooms, creatingspacious new 230-square-foot balcony staterooms. All
        staterooms will offer new island-inspired interiors with bright colors
        and soothing pastels inspired by Carnival Paradise's tropical
        itineraries.
    --  WaterWorks Aqua Park: Located on Verandah Deck, this expansive all-ages
        water park features an enclosed 300-foot-long Twister water slide full
        of exhilarating twists and turns, two 82-foot-long racing slides, and a
        splash zone for kids.
    --  Miniature Golf Course: A nine-hole miniature golf course has been
        relocated to Deck 14, providing a fun and relaxing pastime for families
        to enjoy in the fresh sea air.
    --  Retail and Photo Enhancements: The ship's retail shops are being
        completely reimagined with a new design and enhanced product offerings
        with multiple brand boutiques, including Pandora and Guess. A guest
        favorite, the Cherry on Top sweets shop, is also being added, while the
        printed photo gallery is being replaced with a digital Pixels-branded
        platform that allows guests to identify and purchase images via their
        smartphones or at a nearby kiosk.

Carnival Paradise's Tampa-based schedule includes four-day cruises to Cozumel and five-day cruises to Cozumel or Mahogany Bay (Roatan), Grand Cayman or Key West. The ship also sails to Cuba with four-day cruises visiting Havana, five-day cruises calling at Havana and Cozumel or Key West, and eight-day voyages to Havana, Key West and Grand Cayman.

To learn more about Carnival Cruise Line, visit Carnival.com. For reservations, contact any travel agent or call 1-800-CARNIVAL.

Carnival can also be found on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitterand YouTube. Journalists also can visit Carnival's media site, carnival-news.com or follow the line's PR department on Twitter at twitter.com/CarnivalPR.

About Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is "The World's Most Popular Cruise Line®" with 25 ships operating three- to 16-day voyages to The Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, New England, Bermuda, Europe, Cuba, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Two 133,500-ton Vista class ships are currently scheduled for delivery - Carnival Horizon in 2018 and Carnival Panorama in 2019. Additionally, two new 180,000-ton ships are scheduled to enter service in 2020 and 2022.

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