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Royal Caribbean International is a
contemporary and global brand that
offers memorable and rejuvenating cruise
vacations to families, couples, and singles
of all ages looking for active experiences,
onboard and shoreside. Its revolutionary
and innovative ships are renowned for
amenities such as rock-climbing walls,
ice-skating rinks and surf simulators. Its
20 ships will be joined by Oasis of the Seas
in 2009 and Allure of the Seas in 2010.
www.royalcaribbean.com
Pullmantur is a contemporary cruise and
tour operator based in Spain, where it is
the cruise industry’s market leader. There
is a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere
onboard its six ships, which visit the
Mediterranean, Baltic, Caribbean, Mexico,
and South America. Acquired by Royal
Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in 2006, the
company also provides tour operations
in Europe and Africa and operates three
aircraft. www.pullmanturcruises.com
Celebrity Cruises is a premium brand that
provides personalized service, exceptional
dining, and a sophisticated, upscale cruise
experience. Noted for four of the ten “Top
Cruise Ships in the World” in the large-ship
category, as voted by the readers of Condé
Nast Traveler (February 2009 readers’ poll),
its eight ships will be joined by Celebrity
Equinox in 2009, Celebrity Eclipse in 2010,
a fourth Solstice-class ship in 2011, and a
fifth in 2012. www.celebrity.com
CDF Croisières de France is a contemporary
brand serving the French market. Estab-
lished in 2007, its first ship, Bleu de France,
began sailing in May 2008. While sailing
in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, the
experience is refined, friendly, and distinctly
French, from cuisine to entertainment to
décor, all of which celebrate the art of
living. www.cdfcroisieresdefrance.com
Azamara Cruises is a deluxe brand
whose 700-guest ships unlock the
hidden corners of the world for those
seeking to immerse themselves in rich
exploration. Established in 2007, its
two ships both entered service that year.
Unique, intimate, and exceptional
onboard and shoreside experiences
assist guests in appreciating the
luxurious difference between visiting a
destination and the joy of sailing there.
www.azamaracruises.com
TUI Cruises is a joint venture of Royal
Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and German-based
TUI A.G. Established in 2008, the brand
will serve the German contemporary
cruise market. Its first ship, Mein Schiff
(My Ship), enters service in May 2009. The
family and couples focused line will take
guests on Nordic, Baltic, Mediterranean,
and Caribbean cruises. www.tuicruises.com