BRISBANE'S CARNIVAL ENCOUNTER RETURNS FROM DRY DOCK

Carnival Encounter

Carnival Encounter has returned home to Queensland from dry dock with a refreshed look inside and out, featuring a striking new hull design, a spa relaxation zone, and an exciting line-up of new entertainment.

Guests can unwind in the blissful sanctuary of the Cloud 9 Spa Thermal Suite featuring heated thermal lounges, saunas and steam baths.

All five pool areas have been revitalised, all seven jacuzzi tubs replaced, the sports court is bouncing with new life and the Twin Racer water slides are now faster than ever!

Carnival Encounter also has the new look of Carnival’s iconic red, white and deep blue livery.

“We are excited to be offering Queenslanders a whole new spa experience and fresh fun onboard the only cruise ship sailing year-round from Brisbane. Carnival Encounter provides a great value holiday at sea in autumn, winter, spring or summer,” said Anton Loeb, Carnival Cruise Line Assistant Vice President Sales and Marketing.

Behind the scenes, extensive energy-efficiency upgrades have been carried out throughout the ship, including the galleys, laundry and cold rooms.

The entertainment will be a smash-hit, featuring two brand new shows for Australian-based ships:

• Rock Revolution: Summer of 69 is a live rock concert-style show celebrating the iconic sounds and styles of 1969, featuring cutting-edge technology, a kaleidoscope of contemporary and commercial dance by our Playlist Performers along with live music from our onboard Rock Band.
• Broadway Beats is a journey through New York featuring famous show tunes reimagined and infused with modern electronic beats. Larger than life set pieces and cutting-edge media will transport audiences through New York neighbourhoods.

Plus, Carnival Encounter guests can also now enjoy:

• Dear Future Husband is packed with this century’s megahits, following the unforgettable adventure of our engaged couple as they journey toward the moment of a lifetime. This is a show with something for everyone and one wedding invitation you won’t want to miss!
• Seuss-a-Palooza Story Time – Green Eggs & Ham allows children to experience Dr. Seuss books like never before.

Sizzling cabaret show Blanc De Blanc Uncorked will continue to be a highlight of any voyage onboardCarnival Encounter while The Voice of the Ocean will be on voyages of seven days or longer.

Seuss-a-Palooza Story Time

“Our entertainment program is going to dazzle and delight our guests with a fantastic blend of fresh new shows and established favourites,” said Carnival’s Australian Director of Entertainment Jeremy Barnes.

From today, Carnival Encounter will resume year-round sailings to idyllic Aussie favourites and dreamy South Pacific destinations, including Airlie Beach, Great Barrier Reef, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji and Papua New Guinea.

For more information on Carnival Cruise Line and bookings call 13 31 94, see your travel agent or visit www.carnival.com.au.

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