2016 CCL Vista Inaugural Book

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2016 Commemorative Inaugural Book

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VISTA 2016 Commemorative Inaugural Book

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CARNIVAL VISTA | Welcome Aboard!

CARNIVAL VISTA | A Ship Is Born

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CONTENTS

WELCOME ABOARD! Dear Valued Guest

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A warm welcome from our top executives: Micky Arison, chairman of the board, Carnival Corporation & plc; Arnold Donald, president and CEO, Carnival Corporation & plc; and Christine Duffy, president, Carnival Cruise Line.

A View From the Bridge

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Meet the captain and senior officers.

THE MAKING OF THE SHIP A Ship Is Born

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It took a team of thousands to conceive and bring to life Carnival Cruise Line’s biggest, most innovative ship.

WHAT’S ONBOARD Everything you could want in a dream vacation: spacious, comfortable staterooms and suites; mouth-watering dining to suit anyone’s appetite; exciting entertainment; exclusive shopping; sports and fitness adventures.

Best. Ship. Ever.

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Carnival Vista is all about creating new ways to experience everything you love about a Carnival cruise, including some never before seen at sea.

The Future of Family Fun

With lots of special spaces and plenty of fun, Carnival Vista creates the ultimate family vacation.

PLACES TO GO

Here’s an introduction to the unforgettable destinations you can experience, including some shopping tips to help you make the most of your cruise.

ADVERTISER INDEX

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DEAR VALUED GUEST: Welcome aboard Carnival Vista, the newest ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet.

Carrying 3,954 guests and a full complement of 1,450 crew members, Carnival Vista is the largest ship ever built for Carnival Cruise Line. Our new flagship represents the pinnacle of more than 30 years of shipbuilding experience and expertise, and is a testament to our longstanding relationship with Italy’s Fincantieri shipyard.

The construction of Carnival Vista has been a fascinating journey — from the day the first steel was cut to the moment first guests came aboard. The payoff is seeing the marvel in guests’ eyes as they experience for the first time this ship’s unique blend of beauty, innovation and craftsmanship.

Carnival Vista is the result of thousands of dedicated people working toward a single goal — to deliver an oceangoing environment that delivers fun, memorable vacations for each and every guest.

Micky Arison Chairman

Bon Voyage,

Micky Arison Chairman Carnival Corporation & plc

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On behalf of all of us at Carnival Corporation & plc, I invite you to explore Carnival Vista and experience for yourself all this wonderful ship has to offer.

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Our singular focus is to deliver a phenomenal guest experience.

So it is with great pleasure that I welcome you aboard our newest flagship, Carnival Vista — the largest and most innovative vessel in Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet.

This 133,500-ton ship has an array of new venues, accommodations, amenities and activities that have been designed, in combination with our amazing crew, to provide an unparalleled guest experience.

Carnival Vista features the first IMAX theater at sea, the RedFrog Pub & Brewery — North America’s first shipboard beer-making facility — and an exciting new aerial attraction called SkyRide, providing breathtaking views of the sea.

For families, Carnival Vista offers Family Harbor, with staterooms and suites designed to accommodate multiple generations, and the new Havana staterooms and suites that offer a distinctive Cuban vibe in the middle of the ocean.

For kids, Carnival Vista offers the Kaleid-o-Slide, the fleet’s longest and wildest waterslide, which is part of the ship’s massive WaterWorks aquapark.

A variety of dining venues and lounges await, so there’s something for every taste and preference.

These features and the many others onboard are engineered so that collectively they give you, our guest, the Carnival experience that has made Carnival Cruise Line the first choice of those who love to share fun.

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Carnival Vista represents the latest evolution of the guest experience aboard Carnival Cruise Line as we continue to find exciting ways to hopefully exceed your expectations.

I know you’ll enjoy your time aboard this beautiful new ship.

Arnold Donald President and CEO

Sincerely,

Arnold Donald President and CEO Carnival Corporation & plc CARNIVAL VISTA

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On behalf of all of us at Carnival Cruise Line, please allow me to personally welcome you onboard Carnival Vista, the newest member of the “Fun Ship” family!

When I joined Carnival Cruise Line in February 2015 there was an abundance of excitement in the air as we prepared for Carnival Vista’s grand debut — with thousands of people working tirelessly, all around the world, to bring her to life. And now that she is here, we are even more excited to share her with you!

With one-of-a-kind onboard experiences, innovative features, world-class dining options and our widest array of stateroom accommodations, there’s something unique for each and every one of our guests.

I invite you to take advantage of everything this ship has to offer. And on behalf of all of us at Carnival, thank you for giving us the privilege of helping to make memories with you.

Bon Voyage,

Christine Duffy President Carnival Cruise Line

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Christine Duffy President

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And of course our talented and passionate team members onboard look forward to taking great care of you, helping to create memorable experiences from your vacation that will last a lifetime. The service and hospitality of our team members are what make a vacation onboard a Carnival “Fun Ship” so special.

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WE PROUDLY SALUTE THE NEW ADMIRAL OF THE FLEET

VISTA Fincantieri proudly salutes the arrival of a groundbreaking ship. She will change your way to watch and enjoy the oceans.

The brand new ship built for Carnival, the largest and most amazing one.

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A VIEW From the Bridge

Meet the captain and senior officers of the new cruise ship.

Rocco Lubrano Captain / Master After graduating from maritime school and serving apprenticeships on various cargo ships, Rocco Lubrano joined Carnival Cruise Line in 1986, when the company’s fleet consisted of just five vessels. He was promoted to captain in 2002. Over the course of his career, he has commanded virtually every vessel in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet.

Lubrano is a native of Procida, Italy, an island approximately 12 miles off the coast of Naples. His nautical career was inspired and mentored by his father, Donato, who served as a chief engineer for cargo vessels for 40 years.

He currently resides in Salisbury in southwest England with his wife, Vicki, and their three children, Alessandro, Isabella and Antonio. When he’s not aboard ship, Lubrano enjoys playing soccer and watching live games of his favorite team, UK’s Chelsea Football Club. His family recently adopted a new member of the family — a friendly and sweet cocker spaniel called Luna.

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Rocco Lubrano Captain / Master

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In his role as captain, he has overall responsibility for the shipboard team — which comprises more than 1,500 crew members from 50 countries around the world — while ensuring the safe and secure operation of the vessel for all guests and crew onboard.

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Diego Michelozzi Staff Captain Italian-born Diego Michelozzi joined Carnival Cruise Line in 2000 and was named to his current position, staff captain, in 2012. In this capacity, he is second in command of the vessel and oversees all of the ship’s safety and security functions.

His favorite Carnival Service Value is, appropriately enough, Ensure Safe, Reliable and Secure Operations.

Diego Michelozzi Staff Captain

In his spare time, he enjoys watching TV, going to the gym and practicing Krav Maga, a form of martial arts.

Cesare Boldrini Chief Engineer Cesare Boldrini joined Carnival Cruise Line in 1995, serving as an engine cadet following his graduation from the Merchant Marine Academy Nazario Sauro in La Spezia, Italy. He was named chief engineer in 2011.

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Over the course of his career he has worked on virtually every Carnival ship and was part of the start-up teams for Carnival Liberty, Carnival Freedom and Carnival Dream. His favorite Carnival Service Values are Positive Attitude and Pride.

Cesare Boldrini Chief Engineer

When he’s not aboard ship, Boldrini enjoys sailing his sailboat in the summer and skiing in the winter.

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Raffaele Nappi Staff Chief Engineer Raffaele Nappi joined Carnival Cruise Line in 2003 and was named to his current position, staff chief engineer, in 2011. Prior to joining Carnival, he spent five years working on a cargo ship as well as nine years as a project manager for a land-based company in his native Italy.

Carnival Vista is his third new-build project.

He previously worked on Carnival Freedom and Carnival Dream. His favorite Carnival Service Value is Warmly Welcome Our Guests and Team Members to Our Home and Make Them Feel Like Part of the Carnival Family.

An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys tennis and cycling when not aboard ship.

Raffaele Nappi Staff Chief Engineer

Pierre B. Camilleri Hotel Director

Carnival Vista is the second new-build project for Camilleri, following Carnival Breeze in 2012.

His favorite Carnival Service Value is Show Care and Respect for Each Other, Our Ships and the Places We Visit.

Prior to joining Carnival, Camilleri managed land-based hotels in his native Malta, as well as in Europe, North Africa and China. When he’s not aboard Carnival ships or in shipyards, he enjoys traveling, reading, swimming and spending time with his family.

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Pierre B. Camilleri Hotel Director

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Pierre Camilleri joined Carnival Cruise Line in June 2004 and was named to his current position, hotel director, in September 2004. In his role as hotel director, Camilleri oversees all hotel functions, including food operations, beverage operations, housekeeping, entertainment, casino, guest services, shore excursions and spa.

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MEMORIES THAT LAST FOREVER

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CARNIVAL VISTA | The Making of the Ship

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A SHIP IS BORN

It took a team of thousands to conceive and bring to life Carnival Cruise Line’s biggest, most innovative ship.

The future of fun is here. And it’s huge — 133,500 tons, to be exact. “Carnival Vista genuinely does represent the future of our brand,” says Christine Duffy, Carnival Cruise Line president. “Our whole mission is to provide fun, memorable and exceptional vacation experiences for our guests, and the ship elevates the guest experience like never before.”

“A tremendous amount of thought was put into the design of this ship,” she continues, “all to provide guests a feeling of being connected to the sea through beautiful views at every turn — hence the name Carnival Vista.”

Planning and Dreaming The ship was under construction for more than two years, says Ben Clement, Carnival’s vice president of new builds. “As our largest and most innovative ship, this is the result of years of planning and the efforts of thousands of workers who designed and constructed this magnificent vessel.”

The planning and dreaming began long before the first piece of steel was cut.

Leadership from across all departments met in early 2012, bringing wish lists of items they wanted to include on the new vessel. “Our goal was to continue the evolution of fun,” Clement says.

Seems like they did it. “It takes the Carnival cruise experience to unprecedented heights,” Clement says, “with a number of unique innovations not found on any other ship.” Guests have an array of innovative options, from family fun and outdoor recreation to entertainment, fine dining and relaxation.

They can stroll a wraparound promenade deck, dine in up to a dozen venues featuring outdoor seating, and even pedal 150 feet above the ocean’s waves.

THIS SHIP IS SO BIG . . .

150,000 TONS

Amount of pure sheet metal used to build the ship

15 STORIES

Height of initial superstructure in dry dock

6 BASEBALL DIAMONDS

Size of the ship’s staircases when laid out

3 FOOTBALL FIELDS

Width of steel-cutting area in shipyard

6 TONS

Weight of each steel panel

55 ELEPHANTS (300 TONS)

Size of one steel block

1,000 TONS

Maximum weight of sections (stacks of steel blocks)

200 FEET

Height of crane used to lower each section to the ship

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Number of people used to lower each multi-ton section into place

The ship sets sail for fun and adventure.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | The Making of the Ship Carnival didn’t look for innovation just in the elements of the ship, but also in the designers themselves. Clement says the new-builds team intentionally chose architecture and design firms that hadn’t worked on cruise ship projects.

“They didn’t feel encumbered with preconceived ideas of what a cruise ship should look like, or ‘the way it’s always been done,’” Clement says, “which everyone found refreshing.”

A Massive Team Effort Getting it all done took more than 10,000 individuals: designers, engineers, carpenters, contractors, machinists, foremen, electricians, mechanics and welders. Personnel from countries all over the globe came together to produce this beautiful ship.

Duffy praises their teamwork. “It takes a huge amount of organization, commitment and teamwork to not only build a cruise ship but to operate one as well. It’s really quite extraordinary when you consider the number of people from around the world who were involved in the construction.”

Of course, teamwork doesn’t stop after the ship is launched, she notes. “Once the ship is in service, the Carnival teams both shipboard and shoreside will continue to do an amazing job of providing our guests with an exceptional experience, from the moment they book their cruise to when they walk off the gangway at the end of their incredible voyage.”

Gus Antorcha, executive vice president, guest shipboard operations, agrees.

“Carnival Vista represents the future for our brand, and I think our guests are going to absolutely love it.”

AT A GLANCE

DATES TO REMEMBER INITIAL CONTRACT February 2012

ORDER DATE

February 2013

STEEL CUTTING KEEL LAYING October 2014

BIG TIME DESIGN

Dining: Main dining rooms

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DRY DOCK

October 2014 - June 2015

COIN CEREMONY June 2015

The design firms and the spaces they created

Accommodations: Family Harbor staterooms/suites, Family Harbor Lounge Bars and Lounges: Limelight, Liquid, Warehouse Dining: Bonsai Sushi, Cucina del Capitano, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Lido Marketplace, RedFrog Pub Entertainment: Casino, IMAX Multiplex Fitness and Recreation: Cloud 9 Spa, pools, SportSquare Public Spaces: Atrium, lobbies, Ocean Plaza, promenade

The Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, where the ship was built, serves more than 6 million meals each year. It took 26 months to build the ship, with thousands working in shifts around the clock to meet every deadline.

That’s a lot of pasta.

February 2014

WHO CAME UP WITH THIS STUFF? PARTNER SHIP DESIGN

MANY MOUTHS TO FEED

FLOAT OUT LAUNCH BY DESIGN

Youth and Teens: Camp Ocean, Circle C, Club O2, Dr. Seuss Bookville

CARNIVAL DESIGN DEPARTMENT

Accommodations: Havana Cabanas and Suites Bars and Lounges: Havana Bar & Pool, RedFrog Rum Bar, BlueIguana Tequila Bar, BlueIguana Cantina Dining: Guy’s Burger Joint, The Chef’s Table, Seafood Shack, Pizzeria del Capitano, Fat Jimmy’s C-Side BBQ Fitness and Recreation: Serenity, Skybox Shopping: Cherry on Top™, The Fun Shops

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WET DOCK

July 2015 - April 2016

INTERIOR OUTFITTING July 2015 - April 2016

CREW ARRIVAL March 2016

SHIP DELIVERY April 2016

VITAL STATS TONNAGE

133,500 tons

DECKS 15

LENGTH

1,055 feet

MAX SPEED 23 knots

GUEST CAPACITY 3,954

ONBOARD CREW 1,450

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DOLPHIN CAY AQUAVENTURE MARINE HABITATS

ALWAYS AMAZING Atlantis holds a lifetime of spectacular memories. Visit Aquaventure, one of the world’s largest and most amazing water parks, where every day is filled with non-stop fun, thrills and adventure. Get nose to bottlenose with playful dolphins and interact with friendly sea lions at Dolphin Cay. And don’t miss a unique opportunity to Snorkel the Ruins of Atlantis, or journey through iconic attractions and amazing ocean life with the Discover Atlantis Tour.

Feel like relaxing? A Beach Day offers all-day access to the beautiful Atlantis beaches, The Dig and our world-famous aquariums.

Atlantis. There’s no such thing as too much amazing.

To book one of these once-in-a-lifetime excursions, visit your Shore Excursion Desk.

“The Current” River Ride, Aquaventure

Sea Lion Interaction Perfect for all ages.

Snorkel the Ruins of Atlantis

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Shallow Water Interaction Free for kids 3 and under; if accompanied by a paying adult. Proof of age required.

Discover Atlantis Tour

Atlantis Beach Day

Deep Water Swim For ages 6 and up.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | What’s Onboard

BEST. SHIP. EVER.

Carnival Vista is all about creating new ways to experience everything you love about a Carnival cruise, including some never before seen at sea.

This ship takes the idea of fun and kicks it up — way up.

Not just movies, but the first IMAX theater at sea. Not just play spaces that make room for families, but entire areas devoted exclusively to parents and kids.

From mouthwatering dining to giant slides and rides that’ll take your breath away, it’s all about finding new ways to experience everything you’ve come to love about a Carnival cruise.

“With every new ship, we raise the bar,” says Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “This is especially true for Carnival Vista. With a bigger ship, we can offer guests more amenities, more activities, more choices — more of what makes a Carnival vacation experience fun, exhilarating and unforgettable.”

INSIDE OUT

Guests are brought closer to the sea than ever before, not only with the exciting SkyRide and Kaleid-o-Slide but also with dining and accommodations. A wide variety of dining options along the wraparound promenade deck attracts guests outside to behold more stunning sunsets, more incredible landscapes and seascapes. “What’s great is the whole indoor/outdoor experience,” Duffy says. “From wherever you are, you’re really drawn to the outside space.”

The Havana staterooms and suites, located at the stern of the ship on the promenade deck as well as decks 6 and 7, feature unique tropical décor. Step inside and feel like you’ve come home to your own island resort. The Havana Cabanas, conveniently near the Havana Bar and Pool, feature an extra-large outdoor lounging space. And Havana Cabana suites include a luxurious rain shower inside as well as an outdoor patio with chairs, table and welcoming hammock.

Havana Pool area.

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SkyRide zips along with riders suspended 150 feet in the air.

The Carnival Multiplex, featuring the Thrill Theater and the first IMAX at sea.

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The ship pushes the limits with exciting innovations, like the first-ever IMAX theater at sea. The massive screen, towering three decks high and almost as wide as the vessel itself, enhances every motion, immersing you in the film. Watch Hollywood blockbusters the week they’re released, recent hit films and IMAX shorts while cruising port to port. Sarah Beth Reno, Carnival’s vice president of entertainment, says movies are an important part of the ship’s appeal to families. “As a mom of three, I know how difficult it is to find time to see first releases in the theaters,” she says. “Now, busy families will actually have time to enjoy movies together on a big IMAX screen.”

The ship boasts another first-ever at sea: an onboard brewery. The RedFrog Brewery crafts its own microbrews and, like many of the dining options on the promenade deck, offers a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.

On a sweeter note, the Cherry on Top™ candyand-more store on the ship features a premium ice cream counter, with plenty of goodies for mixing and topping, as well as outdoor seating on the lanai.

Ready to make a splash? Head to WaterWorks, the biggest water park in the fleet. Be sure to hop inside the Kaleid-o-Slide, the cruise line’s first raft-riding tube slide. Take a 455-foot-long twisting trip down while enjoying brilliant light effects that simulate the feeling of sliding through a kaleidoscope. Down near SportSquare, enjoy mini-bowling, arcade basketball, sports video games and more at The Clubhouse, an indoor sports paradise.

THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: SkyBowl, one of many indoor games in The Clubhouse; Cherry on Top. OPPOSITE, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: RedFrog Rum Bar; the new RedFrog Pub; pouring a cold one.

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BUILDING A BREWERY

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Carnival is brewing up some adventure with the world’s first brewery at sea.

It’s the result of a unique collaboration between Carnival and Miami-based Concrete Beach Brewery.

The two companies worked closely together to produce three distinctive, original craft beers that will be brewed and served on the ship: ThirstyFrog Port Hoppin’ IPA, ThirstyFrog Caribbean Wheat and FriskyFrog Java Stout.

“Guests want to try new and exciting things,” says Eddie Allen, Carnival’s vice president of beverage operations. “We’re excited to offer them this unique experience, where they can watch the beer being made, sample the beer, tour the brewery and talk to the brewmaster.”

Just how did Carnival go about accomplishing this boozy feat? The tasks included transporting 4,000-pound glass brew kettles and assorted machinery onto the vessel at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, and then building the brewery within the existing space on promenade deck 5.

Carnival’s timing is impeccable. The craft beer market in the United States has seen tremendous growth in recent years. According to the Brewers Association, craft beer production increased by 18 percent in 2014 and experienced a 22 percent increase in dollar sales. Sales volume for the craft sector also experienced a significant bump, with 21,775,905 bottles sold.

“Our guests aren’t looking for a macro-brewed beer they can find anywhere. They’re looking for fun and exciting new things to try — and craft beer is that,” adds Allen.

“Plus, it gives me something to drink while I’m onboard!”

— Jackie Gutierrez-Jones

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GROUNDBREAKING TECHNOLOGY The largest ship in the Carnival fleet is also the most technologically advanced. “Eighty-five percent of the equipment installed on Carnival Vista has never been installed on any Carnival ship before,” says Cesare Boldrini, the ship’s chief engineer.

One item guests notice right away is the enormous LED column rising three decks high from the atrium bar. It’s an ever-changing visual delight. Here in the atrium, you can watch colorful underwater scenes such as schools of fish swirling around, or see light shows with vibrant shapes twisting about.

The ship also includes a truly revolutionary propulsion system. Underneath the waterline, at the very bottom of the aft end of the ship, are twin 170-ton propellers.

These Azipod propellers, designed to rotate a full 360 degrees, help optimize maneuverability and increase fuel efficiency.

Creators introduced even more efficiency measures to reduce the ship’s carbon footprint. (See “Technically Speaking.”) “What we have in place will set the standard for new builds going forward,” says Rabih Aboudargham, Carnival’s director of environmental operations. “It truly is an honor to be associated with a ship as environmentally friendly as this one entering the fleet.”

What’s more, the ship has been awarded the ECO Class Notation (Environmental, Construction and Operations beyond statutory requirement) certification from Lloyd’s Register. “This certification demonstrates Carnival’s commitment to go above and beyond the expected,” says Aboudargham, “by recognizing the voluntary standards we adopted for environmental ship design, construction and operation.”

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The three-deck-high LED column in the atrium bar.

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MAKING Building the world’s first IMAX theater at sea was no easy task. In fact, installing the huge screen proved to be extremely challenging.

At three decks high and nearly the width of the ship, the screen could not be bent during transport or installation, and any rips or tears could not be repaired. Since it couldn’t be folded or turned, the screen couldn’t be taken down corridors.

The screen was taken out of its box, rolled up and “threaded” through a three-foot hole cut into the side of the theater. A stateroom and balcony across the corridor of the theater wall was dismantled to facilitate the process. In addition, a temporary platform had to be built so workers, stationed every two feet, could help guide, lift and feed the screen from the crane through the balcony and stateroom, across the corridor and through the hole into the theater. To make matters even more difficult, the hole had just a two-inch clearance all the way around the rolled-up screen.

“It was rather like trying to thread a needle with a long, long sausage,” says Nigel Stables, director of technical entertainment for Carnival. The end result was well worth all the effort.

Imagine the challenge of getting this screen on the ship.

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AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Several efficiency measures are in place to reduce the ship’s carbon footprint: • Efficient engines: Different engine sizes allow for better optimization of the engine loading.

• Indirect cooling glycol system: This type of system reduces the amount of refrigerant in circulation onboard the ship.

• Non-ODS (Non-Ozone-Depleting Substance) freon: Both refrigerants used for the air-conditioning system and for provision rooms are non-ozone-depleting.

• Optimized hull design: Carnival worked with outside naval architects to reduce the hull’s drag in the water by optimizing its shape.

• Waste heat recovery: This is the first Carnival ship in the fleet to be fitted with a power-generating steam turbine to help recapture the exhaust heat of the engines.

WITH CARNIVAL HUB, THAT’S HOW. It’s a free mobile app for both Apple and Android smartphones. It provides a convenient, at-a-glance view of the many shipboard facilities and features along with updates on what’s happening onboard.

HERE’S SOME OF WHAT IT OFFERS: • A “chat” feature that, for a small fee, allows guests to communicate with anyone onboard from their mobile devices • A “favorites” feature that allows guests to see what events and activities their sailing companions are participating in • Information on Guy’s Burger Joint and other casual dining options • Searchable deck plans with key areas highlighted • Itinerary details, including current ship time and arrival/departure times for upcoming port calls • Real-time information on guests’ Sail & Sign shipboard account balance Gus Antorcha, executive vice president of guest shipboard operations, says the app reflects “the increasingly important role that technology plays in people’s daily lives. These new enhancements provide our guests not only with helpful tools for getting the most out of their cruise but also a convenient and cost-effective way for keeping in touch with their family and friends onboard.”

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TECHNICALLY SPEAKING

How can you keep up with all the details of your cruise vacation, especially with your group going in so many fun directions?

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THE FUTURE OF FAMILY FUN Specially designed spaces, family-centric services and amenities, fun-filled activities and programs — it’s the ultimate family vacation.

Nothing brings a family together like sharing a few thrills, whether you’re riding 150 feet in the air on SkyRide or taking in the action on a three-deck-high IMAX movie screen. Splash it up at WaterWorks, have a parents-against-kids shooting contest on the SportSquare basketball court, or share a few family-friendly laughs at the Punchliner comedy club. Finish up with sundaes at Cherry on Top™, and you’ve all had quite a day!

And when it’s time for bed . . .

ALL RIGHT, KIDS — GO TO YOUR SUITE!

Family Harbor staterooms and suites, exclusive to this ship, feature fun, nautical décor and are spacious enough for the whole family to spread out and relax in comfort. There’s even a curtain that closes off a portion of the stateroom. Kids can tuck themselves into a nook and have their own private area.

SkyRide above SportSquare.

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JUST LOUNGING AROUND Guests staying in Family Harbor staterooms and suites have access to the Family Harbor Lounge, a 24-hour spot serving breakfast in the morning and snacks like cookies and milk during the day. They can also take advantage of the lounge’s concierge service, great for making specialty dining reservations, shore excursion plans and more. Family Harbor guests enjoy other benefits too. Kids can eat free in most specialty onboard restaurants, and parents get a night off — yes! — with a free evening of Night Owls babysitting service.

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BOOK YOUR TOUR IN BOOKVILLE Looking for a bedtime (or anytime) story? Step into Dr. Seuss Bookville. With its bright colors and madcap contraptions, this special space will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into one of the author’s famous books. Have a seat on wacky furniture, see your favorite Dr. Seuss characters on the walls and take your pick from shelves brimming with books for hours of reading-time fun.

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CAMP OCEAN Here’s the place where even small fries have an awesome time. Camp Ocean is a dedicated, fully supervised space especially for 2- to 11-year-olds. Campers are divided into three age groups, each enjoying ocean-themed activities sure to keep them busy, engaged and happy.

Penguins (ages 2 to 5) can play Musical Icebergs and Ocean Bingo. Stingrays (ages 6 to 8) will enjoy Pirate Game Night, making sea salt art and creating their own aquarium. And the Sharks (ages 9 to 11) can play Marine Life Trivia and even create a massive sea life mural.

Most important, camp counselors, each with education or childcare experience, are right there, making sure everyone has the best time ever.

OPPOSITE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Welcome to Camp Ocean and Dr. Seuss Bookville; Camp Ocean features aquatic creatures; so does Bookville, in a more fanciful form. RIGHT, FROM TOP: The wonders of the deep inspire Camp Ocean.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | What’s Onboard Havana staterooms and suites overlook the Havana Bar and Pool.

STATEROOMS AND SUITES Welcome to some of the most inviting spaces at sea, taking comfort to a whole new level.

Vibrantly decorated and thoughtfully outfitted with all manner of delightful amenities, these accommodations are meant to suit a variety of travelers. Family Harbor brings parents and kids together like never before, while the Havana staterooms and suites serve comfort with a Latin accent. And you’ll find plenty more fun, fresh places to rest and refresh before your next adventure on the ship.

HAVANA STATEROOMS AND SUITES

With their unique tropical décor, these staterooms and suites are like personal island resorts. And guests staying in these accommodations have exclusive access during the day to the nearby Havana Bar and Pool. What’s more, Havana Cabanas have an extra-large outdoor lounging space, and Havana Cabana suites feature a luxurious rain shower inside plus a lounge-ready hammock outside on a private lanai.

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TOP: Havana Cabana suite.

BOTTOM: The suite’s extra-spacious outdoor area, complete with its own hammock.

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FAMILY HARBOR STATEROOMS AND SUITES

Families have lots of room to spread out and relax in Family Harbor staterooms and suites, each featuring nautical décor. All families staying in these accommodations enjoy access to the Family Harbor Lounge, a 24-hour spot offering breakfast, snacks and concierge service as well as Hasbro board games, family movies, video games and more.

CLOUD 9 SPA STATEROOMS AND SUITES

It’s all about indulgence here, from little goodies — Elemis toiletries, plush bathrobes and slippers — to major treats like priority spa reservations, unlimited access to the thermal suites, free fitness classes and exclusive discounts.

INTERIOR STATEROOMS

Cozy up to inside accommodations that are more comfy than you might have expected. Were you expecting a full private bathroom, free 24-hour room service and top-quality linens? Well, you got ‘em.

OCEAN VIEW STATEROOMS

If you can take your eyes off the sea outside your window, check out the roominess of this room. It’s a little bit bigger than an Interior stateroom; the better to fit the generous couch for lounging as you plan your day or evening.

BALCONY STATEROOMS

You’ll get all the pleasures of the Interior and Ocean View staterooms, plus a spacious balcony that’s the perfect perch for your journey. Just slip outside with your morning coffee or your special someone, and lose yourself in your own personal oasis.

SUITES

This is where it really gets good. As a suite guest, not only will you get special features that include a whirlpool tub in your bathroom, but you’ll also enjoy VIP status, entitling you to priority boarding and disembarking.

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Celebrating the launch of Carnival Vista.

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DINING CHOICES

Get ready for a culinary adventure that takes your palate around the world without ever leaving the ship.

“There’s something for every taste and preference,” says Cyrus Marfatia, Carnival vice president of culinary and dining programs. “Guests will also find a good balance between restaurants that are included as part of their cruise and those that charge an additional fee for a special menu or experience.” Many of the dining venues feature al fresco seating on the promenade deck, so you can marvel at the breathtaking seascape while delighting your taste buds.

Guy’s Burger Joint is still the place to get your burger on.

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BlueIguana Cantina.

DINING: STYLE TO SAVOR Designers serve “Oh wow! moments” in the main dining rooms.

To create the look and feel of the ship’s two main dining rooms, Carnival chose Big Time Design Studios, a Miami company known for its hip, high-concept spaces. We asked Big Time Design owner Callin Fortis how it all came about.

Ji Ji Asian Kitchen.

Tell us about the two venues Big Time Design worked on.

We worked on what I consider to be the flagship venues — in the aft [Reflections] and forward [Horizons] sections. The aft is the one that, in my humble opinion, gets your heart beating a little faster as you enter. It isn’t just another culinary journey — it is the space with double-height ceiling volumes and the most amazing vista (pun intended) of any space I’ve ever designed.

For the forward location, the mission was to create the excitement and drama we have in the aft, but without the soaring ceilings. Therefore, the design language was developed initially for the aft — and the challenge presented itself by bringing the same magic to a space (forward) that didn’t have the inherent drama in its architecture.

What was the inspiration behind each venue?

Working with Carnival is a dream come true for a designer. They provided us with a very detailed and brilliant concept and story. Our role, aside from the obvious, was really to tell a compelling story that is both aspirational and experiential. We want people to feel as though the design reacted with them — not to them.

Things are meant to be touched and savored, not just looked at. If we could help create an environment that resulted in an “aha” moment and one that made you say “Wow” as you came or left, then we were successful in our design.

How did Big Time bring its hip, high-concept sensibility to this ship?

We pride ourselves on having a strong brand ethos for the space. Carnival is fun. Cruising is fun. Fun has many faces. The envelope or frame that we created is not just fun to look at, but functional as well. We brought in larger-thanlife interior elements to this space. There are features that are intentionally meant to be on the side of awe-inspiring as well as elements that you react with as opposed to react to.

The finishes we chose are warm, inviting and accessible, while still feeling unique and fresh.

Just like the food!

What’s the one thing that sets the design of the dining options apart?

Sharing and sense of community played a big part in our design. There is a central hub as you enter the aft dining room that really was meant to be a social gathering place and to create the “Oh wow!” moment. I believe we are the only [restaurant] with a center core island bar in the dining room. Much like many high-end restaurants you see today.

What are some aspects of the design that you feel will surprise guests?

That a space so dramatic can feel as intimate and familiar as it does. There is a feature wall that I believe will be an instant social media backdrop. There is an accessible elegance, without being pretentious, that comes through in the wood tones, bar feature and lighting.

There is not a finish nor texture in this that you wouldn’t be proud to have in your home.

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HERE ARE THE DELICIOUS DETAILS

Hungry? Have a seat at one of these delightful dining venues:

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Seafood Shack, Cucina del Capitano, Bonsai Sushi, RedFrog Pub.

BlueIguana Cantina. Your go-to taco and burrito place, BlueIguana Cantina serves freshly made meals the way you like.

Be sure to fire it up at the salsa bar. In the Lido Marketplace.

Bonsai Sushi. Fresh, delectable fare is just the way it rolls at Bonsai Sushi. Choose from a menu of tantalizing catches, along with soups, sides, sakes and dessert.

Cherry on Top™ Ice Cream Parlor. The ship’s sweetshop now has a premium ice cream parlor complete with lots of candy, nuts and more to mix in.

Cucina del Capitano. Share your day’s adventures over dishes of Italian favorites served family style.

Fahrenheit 555. Your choice of steak cuts, lobster, lamb and more paired with exceptional beverage offerings from the full bar.

Guy’s Burger Joint. Sink your teeth into a juicy burger, expertly designed by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, in a setting reminiscent of a roadside burger shack. Located in the Lido Marketplace.

Ji Ji Asian Kitchen. Savor exotic and familiar dishes in an eclectic space featuring Asian prayer rolls and Mongolian-inspired fabrics.

Main Dining Rooms. Bring your group to one of two strikingly designed restaurants: Horizons, in the ship’s forward section; and Reflections, in the aft section.

RedFrog Pub. Sample Caribbean selections while sipping Carnival’s private-label brew, ThirstyFrog Red, at this Key West–inspired pub.

Seafood Shack. At this casual New England–inspired seafood restaurant, enjoy fresh catches on a roll, in a salad or atop a platter, complete with an incredible ocean view.

The Chef’s Table. Join fellow foodies on a culinary voyage, where your chef will delight you with course after amazing course — and you can enjoy a behind-the-scenes galley tour.

Fahrenheit 555.

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“Unlike other ships in the fleet, Carnival Vista features a purposebuilt Chef’s Table venue inside the galley. Being so close to the action creates a more personal, interactive experience.”

— Cyrus Marfatia, vice president of culinary and dining programs

AND THE WINNER IS …

Brownie Buoy, a scrumptious part of the menu at Cherry on Top’s premium ice cream parlor, was chosen as the candy shop’s featured flavor by a very special panel of experts: the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

In July 2015, more than 70 St. Jude patients and their siblings gathered together for a special ice cream party at the hospital, where they sampled three yummy flavors selected by Carnival® Facebook fans. Brownie Buoy — made with sweet cream ice cream, brownie bits, fudge and caramel — got the most votes and is now proudly served at Cherry on Top™.

What’s even better is that proceeds from each sale of this signature treat will benefit St. Jude, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Carnival has raised more than $8 million for programs at St. Jude, and it plans to raise $10 million more over the next five years.

How often do you get to help others by treating yourself? Sweet!

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Dare to Dream of the Splendor that awaits in Cloud 9 Spa. Refreshing like a Breeze and warm like Sunshine on your face, let our treatments work Magic on mind and body, so you can imagine new horizons and of course a whole new Vista ahead.

The Onboard Spa by Steiner congratulates Carnival Cruise Line on the launch of its newest flagship, Carnival Vista. We are honored to be your spa partner for over 25 years.

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ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOPPING

With so many fun choices on this ship, you may wonder where to start first. Let us offer some suggestions . . .

Enjoy a first-run movie in an IMAX theater or in 3-D, or both. LOL with your BFFs at comedy shows running well into the night. Challenge your family to a ginormous — we’re talking bigger-than-life — game of Connect 4. Shop for the perfect outfit, stunning jewelry, gifts to share and treasures to keep. And take Lady Luck out for a date to remember at the casino.

RIGHT: Get ready for action in the Vista Casino.

OPPOSITE: Family-friendly laughs at the Punchliner comedy club.

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CARNIVAL MULTIPLEX FEATURING IMAX

“Several executives at Carnival are movie buffs,” says Sarah Beth Reno, vice president of entertainment.

“And they wanted to bring a real movie experience to a Carnival ship.”

Boy, did they ever. Carnival Vista features the first-ever IMAX theater at sea, as well as the Thrill Theater, an ultra-cool 3D experience. Together they make up the Carnival Multiplex, showing first-run movies, recent releases, family favorites and more.

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ENTERTAINMENT CARNIVAL MULTIPLEX FEATURING IMAX “Several executives at Carnival are movie buffs,” says Sarah Beth Reno, vice president of entertainment.

“And they wanted to bring a real movie experience to a Carnival ship.” Boy, did they ever. Carnival Vista features the first-ever IMAX theater at sea, as well as the Thrill Theater, an ultra-cool 3-D experience.

Together, they make up the Carnival Multiplex, showing first-run movies, recent releases, family favorites and more.

Carnival is serious about comedy. “I’m excited to bring the highest-caliber comedians onboard each week for shows that rival comedy clubs all over the U.S.,” says Reno. Adults-only and family comedy segments run every evening, so everyone has a chance to laugh it up.

TOP: Carnival Multiplex.

BOTTOM: Late-night entertainment.

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PUNCHLINER COMEDY CLUB

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HASBRO, THE GAME SHOW Team up with friends and family onstage to play giant versions of your favorite board games: Sorry!, Connect 4, Yahtzee and other classics.

CARNIVAL LIVE

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While in port, watch leading singers, musicians and comedians perform for you in a small theater setting aboard the ship. “We try to align the Carnival LIVE entertainers with concert tours that are going on within the U.S.,” says Reno. “That way, we’ll be sure to secure the best possible entertainment for the guests onboard.”

Past artists have included comedian Kathy Griffin, legendary rock band Journey and country star Trace Adkins. “The Carnival Vista Theater is very intimate, so any Carnival LIVE experience onboard will be amazing and feel larger than life.”

Connect 4 is one of several live versions of classic competitions in HASBRO, The Game Show.

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SHOPPING

SHOP ’TIL YOU . . . WELL, YOU KNOW Shopping is a big deal on Carnival Vista — a really big deal. The Fun Shops take up two levels on decks 4 and 5 (promenade and mezzanine), offering almost 40 percent more dedicated square feet of retail delight compared to Carnival Breeze, says William Butler, vice president of retail services. “It’s the largest amount of square footage we’ve allotted exclusively for shopping, making for a truly enhanced shopping experience.”

This is Carnival’s most adventurous, most attention-getting retail world ever. From the glamour of the main shopping venue, Effy Fine Jewelry, to the fun of a dedicated pop-up shop, it’s designed to keep guests coming back again and again for new brands, new products and especially for new experiences.

Trendsetting timepieces at The Fun Shops, where you’ll find the perfect gift or memento of your cruise vacation.

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Carnival’s onboard boutiques have always offered an incredible variety of treats and treasures from the top names in cosmetics, fragrance, fashion, jewelry, watches and liquor, including many choices you’ll find only onboard. But it’s not really about the things you buy; it’s about the memories they capture. The Fun Shops’ expert associates love nothing more than helping you commemorate the cruise by guiding you to the perfect purchase, especially when they can help orchestrate an unforgettable wedding proposal, graduation celebration or other special happening.

Shopping promises to be even more exciting with the newest version of The Fun Shops, which includes a pop-up shop and a trio of stores reflecting today’s “fast fashion” trend.

Deck 5 is home to The Main Event™, a pop-up shop where theme- and event-driven shopping experiences change daily — or more often. “Guests will have the opportunity to join us in The Main Event multiple times throughout the voyage,” Butler says.

“The space will rotate merchandise daily, allowing us to expand our retail footprint while testing new merchandise assortments that are not featured in the core sales floor assortment.”

Even better for fashionistas at sea is HipFish™, on deck 4. It’s a set of three stores offering, respectively, accessories, fashion watches and sunglasses. “The trio drives the fashion-forward mind-set, featuring the latest trends,” Butler says. “Fast fashion has officially hit the high seas.” HipFish takes a more contemporary approach than the ship’s other apparel and timepiece stores, like Rum Cay Clothing Company™ and Front Street™ Watches.

PHOTOS BY: (COUPLE SHOPPING) DOTSHOCK/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

FLASH-FORWARD FASHION

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Shopping itself is an experience at The Fun Shops.

ALL ABOUT THE BRANDS

PHOTOS BY: (COUPLE SHOPPING) DOTSHOCK/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

A big part of the The Fun Shops’ appeal is the brands you’ll find here, both the favorites you’ve dreamed of possessing and new ones to discover.

Carnival is giving them the attention they deserve with beautiful spaces specially designed to enhance their appeal. To name just a few: apparel from Tommy Bahama, Rip Curl and Pia Rossini; handbags from DeSigual and Fossil; watches from TAG Heuer, Citizen and Ben Sherman; fashion jewelry from Ralph Lauren, Swarovski and Thomas Sabo; beauty products from Estée Lauder, Lancôme and Clinique; eyewear from Tom Ford, Oakley and Ray-Ban. From Effy’s dazzling jewels to the surprises in store at The Main Event™, Carnival Vista offers a shopping space with many different moods and atmospheres. It’s all about the fun of discovery — whether you find yourself picking up a t-shirt with a clever inscription or a diamond with a “Wow, what a deal” price.

“Retail onboard a Carnival cruise ship should always be fun and engaging,” Butler says. “Our passion is to create memories that will last a lifetime, striving for a best-in-class shopping experience. Besides, you’re on vacation!

How else can you have this much fun shopping?”

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CARNIVAL VISTA | What’s Onboard Effy Fine Jewelry brings its innovative diamond and gemstone creations to the new ship.

Effy Jewelry is proud to introduce a brand-new store right here onboard Carnival Vista, featuring more than 2,500 bold and unique designs just steps from your stateroom!

EFFY: DEFINING DESIGNS You’ve probably seen the Effy Fine Jewelry boutique on other Carnival ships, but you haven’t seen Effy like this before. Located on deck 5, it’s Carnival Vista’s shopping anchor and the cruise line’s largest Effy boutique at sea.

The new boutique offers a larger selection of diamonds than the company’s other boutiques at sea, in addition to its signature colored gemstones.

Effy’s bold, stylish jewelry fuses an adventurous sensibility with meticulous craftsmanship. The flawlessly made, trend-driven pieces are instantly recognizable thanks to vivid gemstones that appeal to your inner explorer. Exotic touches and global influences make each piece of Effy jewelry stand out.

“Remarkable customer service is the cornerstone for Effy,” says Butler. “The family-operated company offers an incredible, unique assortment of jewelry at a variety of price points.”

The boutique will carry “the full breadth of Effy’s portfolio,” he says.

Plus one thing you haven’t seen: In the ship’s inaugural year, the boutique will offer special designs created exclusively for Carnival Vista.

Effy was founded more than 30 years ago by Effy Hematian, who built his jewelry business into one of the most admired and respected in the industry. The company is especially renowned for its colored gemstones and for the quality and craftsmanship that go into each design. Effy uses more than 150,000 carats of precious gemstones each year, and they’re hand sorted at the company’s New York City factory.

Hematian takes his inspiration from the panther — “my life’s muse,” he says. “I strive to carry its beauty and fearlessness into my work each day.”

“From day one,” he says, “I’ve been obsessed with quality and craftsmanship. If you have a true passion for what you do, anything is possible.”

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THE FUN SHOPS

When it’s time to treat yourself, here’s where to go: DECK 4

ALL THAT AND A CHERRY ON TOP Sweet indulgences are built right into your shopping experience, now that Cherry on Top, the ship’s candy store and premium ice cream parlor on deck 5, has been integrated into The Fun Shops. The new Cherry on Top is an indoor/outdoor venue, so you can enjoy your treat under the sunny sky or while savoring the ocean view from inside.

The largest Cherry on Top in the Carnival fleet, it’s also the first to host a premium ice cream parlor. Guests can mastermind their own ice cream creations with luscious toppings or choose a menu creation like Black and White Caramel Crunch, Crazy About Chocolate and The Happy Cherry. Some flavors are inspired by cruising, like Berries Ahoy, Tahiti Beach and, most special of all, Brownie Buoy — sales of which benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. (See “And the Winner Is” in the Dining section of this book.)

But wait — it gets even sweeter. Guests at Cherry on Top can choose from more than 120 kinds of bulk candy.

The store also features accessories for celebrations, plus great gifts to take home (assuming your sweet tooth doesn’t take over on the trip back).

All this is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. “Just when you thought the ‘sweetest place at sea’ couldn’t get any sweeter, we added ice cream! ” says Butler.

• HIPFISH™ ACCESSORIES • HIPFISH SUNGLASSES • HIPFISH WATCHES • PORT SIDE™ LIQUOR AND TOBACCO DECK 5

• CHERRY ON TOP™ • EFFY FINE JEWELRY • FRONT STREET™ WATCHES • FUNNEL GEAR™ • ISLAND TRADER’S™ GENERAL STORE • RUM CAY CLOTHING COMPANY™ • SEA BREEZE™ BEAUTY AND FRAGRANCES • THE MAIN EVENT™

The ship’s new Cherry on Top is adding ice cream to its sweet selections.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | What’s Onboard The Vista Casino.

STRIKE A POSE Midway down the promenade deck, Pixels Photo Gallery displays all the photos the ship’s photographers have taken throughout the sailing. The gallery is also a go-to place to buy a variety of cameras, including disposable and underwater cameras, digital cameras and items such as media cards, photo albums, picture frames and scrapbooks.

CASINO ACTION: FUN IS A SURE THING Step past the atrium on deck 4 and step into the wonderland that is the Vista Casino, filled with your favorite games of chance — and all the bells and whistles that go along with them. Watch roulette wheels whirl, hold or fold at poker, hit or stand at blackjack, and spin to win at slots. Steady your hand (and cross your fingers) as you play for amazing cash prizes and awesome electronics at gaming stations.

Whether you’re a new player or a high-roller, it’s the ultimate gaming action at sea. Keep your bets nice and low if you like, or head to the high-stakes tables for a chance to win big — really big. And if you’ve got a favorite game, join a casino tournament.

Feel the thrill as you play your way to the top of the leaderboard for a shot at exciting cash prizes.

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SPORTS & FITNESS

Come out and play!

And then experience the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation.

Take along the kids — and the kid in you — for one thrilling outdoor adventure after another. Be the first in your gang to take a selfie while hovering 150 feet over the waterline. Hop on a raft and twist down a gnarly tube slide, complete with a psychedelic light show. And go for a dip in a pool with a cool tropical vibe reminiscent of Old Havana.

A soothing massage would sound pretty good after all that outdoor action, wouldn’t it? Good thing you can relax, unwind and find your inner haven of peace at Carnival’s biggest spa ever.

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SkyRide.

Ready for some fun? Take it from the top (deck)!

SKYRIDE Care to pedal your way around a track suspended 150 feet above the ocean? You can on SkyRide, a thrilling industry first. Head to the Sports Deck, step inside one of the capsules and put the pedal to the air, powering your way around an 800-foot-long track encircling the ropes course. “I can’t believe how high it is,” says Sarah Beth Reno, vice president, entertainment. “Guests will really get an amazing view of the sea. It’s exhilarating fun, and it’s only on Carnival Vista.”

SPORTSQUARE SkyRide is just part of the indoor/outdoor action at SportSquare. Enter The Clubhouse for mini-bowling, arcade-style basketball and fun games like soccer, volleyball and ping-pong. If you prefer fresh ocean breezes while you’re hard at play, try the SkyGreens mini-golf course or the basketball court, or grab a rope and climb your way to the top of SkyCourse.

WaterWorks, including the amazing new Kaleid-o-Slide (the orange one).

CARNIVAL WATERWORKS Make a splash at the largest WaterWorks ever. Grown-ups can spiral down classic water slides and get drenched by a giant bucket of water while the little ones play with squirting water toys and more at the SplashZone.

And be sure to speed down the vibrant 455-foot-long Kaleid-o-Slide, Carnival’s first raft-riding tube slide.

Speed down together or solo, with brilliant light effects inside simulating the feeling of twisting through a groovy kaleidoscope.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | What’s Onboard Havana Bar and Pool.

HAVANA BAR AND POOL Exclusive tropical paradise by day and a lively musicand-dancing hotspot by night, the Havana Bar and Pool offers incredible ocean views in an old-time Cuban resort atmosphere. Take a dip in the pool, relax in the spa or just chill on a sun lounger. Find a seat at the nearby Havana Bar and sample complimentary Cuban-style snacks while sipping Cuban cocktails — try a classic mojito with muddled fresh mint or a traditional daiquiri.

SPA TIME: AFTER THE THRILL COMES THE CHILL Carnival’s biggest ship ever features the ultimate refuge for rest and relaxation. “I have been involved with creating the spa on Carnival Vista from initial concepts to drawings to the final layout,” says Daniel Materassi, vice president of spa operations. “I’m proud to know this beautiful, welcoming area will bring so much relaxation to our guests.”

Located on two decks, Cloud 9 Spa offers a sophisticated menu of therapies — massages, body wraps, facial treatments, medi-spa options, acupuncture, men’s services and more. Cloud 9 includes additional ways to ease mind, body and spirit with an elaborate thermal suite, a mineral-infused thalassotherapy pool and an infrared sauna. Don’t miss the sensory showers, where you can program water, audio, visual and even scent settings. And be sure to indulge in the hammam, a chamber similar to a Turkish bath.

Spin-class enthusiasts can pedal to their hearts’ content at the indoor cycling studio at the back of deck 14. The adjacent fitness center features all the latest cardio and resistance equipment and a range of classes — all with superb ocean views.

Reception area at Cloud 9 Spa.

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DESTINATIONS Fun is on the horizon (in some pretty cool places).

PORTS VISITED: 8, 10 AND 12 DAYS

It’s an exciting inaugural year for Carnival Vista: summering in Europe, crossing the Atlantic for a series of cruises from New York and then settling in Miami for year-round voyages to the Caribbean.

From the city that never sleeps to the sun-and-fun capital of the world — where else would you expect to find the ship that’s the future of fun?

EUROPE After her inaugural voyage from Trieste, Italy, the ship tours Europe on voyages of 8, 10 and 12 days.

These are Carnival’s first visits to Europe in several years, enabling guests to again explore some of the world’s most storied destinations. Worth the wait?

We think so!

DEPARTING FROM ATHENS

PHOTOS BY: TODORAN ANDREI/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

History comes into enthralling view on a cruise from Athens, capital of the ancient world. Among its other classic destinations is Izmir, Turkey, which leads to Ephesus and its many venerated sites. Guests can also experience the beauty of Florence (via Livorno) and the charms of Naples and the Amalfi Coast, among many unforgettable encounters.

ATHENS CAGLIARI CORFU CRETE DUBROVNIK IZMIR (EPHESUS) LIVORNO (FLORENCE/PISA) MARSEILLE MESSINA NAPLES (CAPRI/POMPEII) PALERMO PALMA DE MALLORCA RHODES ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA)

A cozy beach on the island of Corfu.

Destinations are subject to change. For full itineraries, visit carnival.com.

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DEPARTING FROM BARCELONA The Mediterranean is the focus of these cruises.

Several itineraries are offered, with varying ports included. Wherever you go, be sure to bring some sturdy walking shoes, a good camera and your appreciation for beauty and romance.

TRANSATLANTIC FROM BARCELONA

CARIBBEAN DEPARTING FROM NEW YORK In November 2016, Carnival Vista takes guests on unforgettable journeys: Carnival Journeys, to be exact. Launched in 2015, Carnival Journeys is a series of unique adventures in extraordinary ports, combining onboard entertainment and enrichment with immersive experiences on shore. They’re a little longer than the usual Carnival voyage, to allow for a fuller, richer visit.

Lifeguard tower on South Beach near Miami.

A village near Izmir, Turkey.

PHOTOS BY: ALEXANDER DEMYANENKO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM, ELXENEIZE/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM, MURATART/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

Carnival Vista will leave Europe in October 2016 for new adventures in the Caribbean. On her transatlantic crossing, she’ll depart from Barcelona and head to the charming port of Gibraltar. From there she’ll travel to Ponta Delgada, on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, to enjoy its exotic beauty. After overnighting in Bermuda she’ll stop in New York City for some very special sailings to the Caribbean.

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CARNIVAL JOURNEYS: EASTERN CARIBBEAN First stop: Amber Cove, Carnival’s gem of a destination on the sparkling north coast of the Dominican Republic. From there, guests visit four of the Eastern Caribbean’s most alluring destinations: from Antigua, with its 365 beaches and fascinating naval heritage, to St. Thomas, known for pirate lore and legendary shopping.

Beach in Barcelona at sunset.

CARNIVAL JOURNEYS: SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN

PHOTOS BY: ALEXANDER DEMYANENKO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM, ELXENEIZE/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM, MURATART/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

This extended voyage through the Southern Caribbean offers a little something for many active travelers, from sailing and snorkeling excursions to island adventure tours. The cruise ends in Miami, known for the nightlife of South Beach and the wildlife of the Everglades.

DEPARTING FROM MIAMI Carnival Vista comes home to Miami in November 2016 and will be based in the sunny South Florida port year-round. Several choices in mid-length cruises are offered, covering the full range of the Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean voyages include Amber Cove. Travelers to the Western Caribbean get to enjoy Mahogany Bay, Carnival’s port on Isla Roatán.

PORTS VISITED: 8, 10 AND 12 DAYS BARCELONA IZMIR (EPHESUS) LIVORNO (FLORENCE/PISA) MALTA MARSEILLE MESSINA NAPLES (CAPRI/POMPEII) RHODES ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA)

PORTS VISITED: 13 DAYS BERMUDA GIBRALTAR NEW YORK PONTA DELGADA, AZORES CARNIVAL VISTA

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WESTERN CARIBBEAN PORTS: 6 AND 7 DAYS Belize Cozumel Grand Cayman Grand Turk Key West Mahogany Bay, Isla Roatรกn Nassau Ocho Rios

EASTERN CARIBBEAN: 5, 7 AND 8 DAYS Amber Cove Grand Turk San Juan St. Kitts St. Maarten

SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN: 8 DAYS Aruba Bonaire Curaรงao Grand Turk La Romana San Juan St. Kitts St. Maarten Street in old San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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EASTERN CARIBBEAN PORTS VISITED: 11 DAYS AMBER COVE ANTIGUA SAN JUAN ST. MAARTEN ST. THOMAS

SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN PORTS VISITED: 11 DAYS AMBER COVE ANTIGUA SAN JUAN ST. MAARTEN ST. THOMAS

PHOTOS BY: SORIN COLAC/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

Various combinations of the following ports are featured on these cruises:

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Why is a cruise such a great time and place to shop?

In just a few days you can visit beautiful destinations which all have something unique to offer! Shopping is made easy with the shops onboard and the wealth of shopping opportunities in the ports of call.

How can a shopping expert or sales associate help me when I go shopping?

SMART SHOPPING

Tips from an expert on choosing the perfect remembrance of your visit in port.

When you’re not flying across the top deck on the SkyRide, thrilling to the big-screen movies of the IMAX Theater or sipping a cold one at the RedFrog Pub, there’s even more fun in port. Fascinating culture and exhilarating adventure await — along with the thrill of finding the perfect memento of your visit.

To help you make the most of your shopping time, we caught up with one of our shopping experts: Emily Bedwell, a seven-year veteran of cruise shopping. She shared some of her expert guidance for shopping on your cruise. Here’s some of our chat:

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A shopping expert is the person everyone needs to be best friends with when shopping on a cruise! They have done the homework for you and can tell you the very place that has exactly what you are looking for at the best price. They’ll also tell you the very person (manager/owner/sales associate) to speak to so you’ll be taken care of. There’s no need to have to traipse from store to store when you can find what you’re looking for straight away.

Are most people shopping for themselves, or is this a good time to get gifts for people back home?

Both! It’s a great time to shop for everyone! A cruise is the perfect time to indulge in something special for yourself — because of the selection, the pricing and the fact that you deserve it on vacation!

You must take home something that will be a treasured keepsake and reminder of your cruise vacation. When it comes to family and friends, they will be covered too! Stock up for birthdays, anniversaries — all the occasions that matter.

Finally, what is the one thing that’s most important to remember when shopping during a cruise?

Stick to reputable stores. And listen to your shopping expert.

They’ll give you their honest advice and make sure that you have the best experience on your cruise!

Most importantly, buy what you love! Shopping’s meant to be fun and create memories of a lifetime.

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CARNIVAL VISTA | Advertiser Index

ADVERTISER INDEX ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS BALTIC LINEN COMPANY

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ONBOARD MEDIA: THE VISION IN THE VOICE Stylish magazines, captivating video, plugged-in social media, high-energy promotional programs — each carries an important message to the customer. Onboard Media combines them into a single harmonious voice that speaks with the power of integrated media.

Onboard Media is a leader in the creation of custom integrated media for the global travel industry, offering an array of services that engage the audience in many ways.

Glossy in-stateroom magazines highlight onboard programs and give guests the flavor of their destinations, while also promoting the joys of shopping. These visual elements are reinforced by entertaining live promotions, engaging television programming, and supportive digital media.

Cruise-shopping promotion is a specialty we helped to create when we were founded in 1989. Since then, we have grown to offer a full selection of integrated media. We are honored to be part of LVMH Moët Hennessy • Louis Vuitton, world leader in luxury.

As Carnival Cruise Line’s publishing and promotions partner, we share Carnival’s pride in the launch of Carnival Vista. We can’t wait to see where she takes us next!

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