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FIRST-EVER ‘ELVIS CRUISE’ SCHEDULED TO SET SAIL AUGUST 30, 2007 ON CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES’ CELEBRATION
Four-Day, Full Ship Charter to Feature Variety of Elvis-Inspired Activities
and Events, Including an Elvis Tribute Contest with $10,000 in Prize Money
“
The Elvis Cruise”
the first authentic, fully licensed specialty cruise that celebrates the
music and life of the legendary Elvis Presley. The four-day cruise is scheduled
to depart from Jacksonville, Fla., on August 30, 2007, and will feature visits
to Freeport and Nassau, The Bahamas.
This one-of-a-kind voyage will be hosted by Jerry Schilling, longtime friend
and confidant of the late Elvis Presley, and author of the book, Me and a
Guy Named Elvis. Entertainment during the cruise will include live shows
from artists who performed with Elvis and have been recognized for continuing
his musical legacy, including the TCB Band, the Jordanaires, the Imperials,
the Dempseys, Ronnie McDowell, Terry Mike Jeffrey & Band, Ruby Wilson
and others.
“The Elvis Cruise” will celebrate the various phases of Elvis’ musical
life and career and include tributes to Elvis’ performances in Memphis,
Hawaii and Vegas, his dedication to Gospel and his gold hits. A number of themed
events also will be featured, including an Elvis tribute contest, open to all
guests, which will award $10,000 in prize money. Other activities will range
from autograph and Q&A sessions with the musicians and hosts, to the Elvis
Cruise T-Shirt Party, Elvis-themed bingo and more.
“This cruise provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for Elvis fans to come
together and enjoy the exceptional music and memories of one of the most celebrated
performing artists of all time, combined with a truly outstanding vacation experience,”
Carnival’s “Fun Ship” Celebration features a diverse selection
of lounges, bars and nightspots, along with a health and fitness center, Wi-Fi
Internet access, cellular phone service, and three pools, one of which features
the line’s signature “Twister Waterslide.”
The 1,486-passenger vessel also houses three restaurants, including two elegant
main dining rooms with extensive menus and wine lists, and a poolside eatery
offering a wide variety of cuisine, in addition to 24-hour pizza and self-serve
ice cream/frozen yogurt. A sushi bar and complimentary 24-hour stateroom service
are also available.