Carnival Splendor returned to its homeport of Sydney on Friday, marking the latest exciting chapter in the rebuilding of Australia’s $5 billion-a-year cruise industry.

During Covid19 cloud-cover cruising, as we used to know it, ceased to exist. The pre-dawn arrival of Carnival’s Cruise Ship, SPLENDOR heralds the return of the vessel, after more than 900 days away from her home port of Sydney Harbor.

The Fabulous ship arrived under cover of darkness, and she was not alone.  Carnival Splendor was escorted into Sydney Harbour by sister brand ship, P&O Cruise’s Australia’s Pacific Adventure. Spectacular at any hour.

Carnival Splendor weighs in at 113 Tons and Pacific Adventure at nearly 109,000 tons are both loaded to the railings with fabulous eateries, activities and amenities, catering to a variety of cruising client interests.

The reigniting of CARNIVAL Cruise’s investment was highlighted from the Sydney Opera House with comments from Carnival Australia and P&O Cruises Australia President Marguerite Fitzgerald and Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy. Fabulous speakers, candidates for cloning. Minister for Tourism, Ben Franklin shared comments on the full, positive impact Cruising had on the New South Wales economy.  The pre-dawn footage of the sister ship’s arrival in Sydney was exceptional and highly emotional for the audience of perhaps 150 travel professionals, suppliers and media. The “Welcome Home” mat was truly out for the return to business as better-than-normal.

Carnival Recaptures the Cruising Throne…

About Carnival Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises is the largest cruise line in the world with over 5 million guests travelling every year. It celebrates 10 years of sailing in Australia this year. The brand has two ships deployed in Australia ~ Carnival Splendor, the largest ship, is registered with its homeport in Sydney year-round, with the newly announced Carnival Luminosa (92,000 tons) arriving in November of 2022 to be based in Brisbane. Both ships boast over 45 activities to enjoy each day of cruising.

About P & O Cruises: P & O Cruises have been visiting Australian ports of call since 1932. Itineraries vary, from 2-5 night vignettes to 7 & 13-day itineraries in the South Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The Pacific Adventure & Pacific Encounter ships both boast 5 & 8 berth family rooms, more balconies and nearly a baker’s dozen eateries as dining experiences. A new, 24-hour ‘Magrodome’ pool and enhanced family lounges and activities. Love a good Show? P & O presents original Australian productions.

For more information and bookings see your travel agent.

Written by: Mark William Sheehan

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