Carnival’s ‘Your Peek at Paradise’ Events Generate Overwhelming Response
Carnival Cruise Line’s ‘Your Peek at Paradise’ events for travel advisors generated an overwhelming response nationwide this summer. The series, which made stops in Miami, Baltimore, and Atlanta, concluded with a final event in Chicago that brought hundreds of travel advisors together in person and thousands more virtually.
Throughout the series, 10 travel advisors won a VIP early-access trip to Celebration Key, before it opens to the public. All advisors in attendance also learned insights about the vision and inspiration behind Celebration Key from Carnival executives, including Adolfo M. Perez, senior vice president of global sales and trade marketing; Amy Martin Ziegenfuss, chief marketing officer; and Glenn Aprile, senior director of brand experience and product development.
"Celebration Key represents an exciting new chapter for Carnival, and sharing an inside look with our loyal advisors is a significant part of our job," said Perez. "We can’t wait to see them bring the magic of Celebration Key to their clients when it officially opens."
Presented in collaboration with The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation, the series gave attendees a taste of Celebration Key’s offerings. Each event immersed participants in Bahamian culture, featuring authentic performances from a Bahamian Junkanoo band, Bahamian flavors, and a peek into Celebration Key.
The events also included commemorative Travel Agents Rock t-shirts for donations to support the cruise line’s charitable partner St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Earlier this year, Carnival met its previous $33 million fundraising goal for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and set a new pledge goal of $50 million by 2030.
Celebration Key is the first port destination exclusively designed for Carnival Cruise Line guests on the island of Grand Bahama and will welcome its first guests in July 2025. The exclusive destination will offer guests two of the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoons*, a breathtaking white-sand beach, a 10-story-high "Suncastle" featuring two waterslides, and an array of Bahamian-operated retail, food, and beverage options.
Celebration Key will consist of five portals for all types of travelers – Paradise Plaza, the source of destination information welcoming guests upon their arrival; Calypso Lagoon, a vibrant atmosphere for adults; Lokono Cove, a variety of stores and kiosks joining an authentic Bahamian artisan market; Starfish Lagoon, a family-friendly portal for all ages and energy levels; and Pearl Cove Beach Club, an exclusive retreat that will offer a premium experience for guests 18 and older.
More than 500 sailings are open that feature Celebration Key across 10 homeports and 19 ships.
Conclusion
Carnival’s ‘Your Peek at Paradise’ events provided travel advisors with an unparalleled look at Celebration Key’s offerings and inspired them to bring the magic of this new destination to their clients. With its unique portals and amenities, Celebration Key is set to revolutionize the cruise industry and offer an unforgettable experience for all types of travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Celebration Key?
Celebration Key is the first port destination exclusively designed for Carnival Cruise Line guests on the island of Grand Bahama. - When will Celebration Key open?
Celebration Key will welcome its first guests in July 2025. - What amenities will Celebration Key offer?
Celebration Key will offer two of the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoons*, a breathtaking white-sand beach, a 10-story-high "Suncastle" featuring two waterslides, and an array of Bahamian-operated retail, food, and beverage options. - How many sailings feature Celebration Key?
More than 500 sailings are open that feature Celebration Key across 10 homeports and 19 ships.