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On Dec. 23, 2021, Holland America Line's Zuiderdam resumed its service from San Diego, marking its return as the second ship to do so since the industry's pause. This festive event featured a holiday celebration onboard with crew welcoming guests. Zuiderdam starts with a 10-day cruise to Mexico and the Sea of Cortez, followed by voyages through the Panama Canal and South Pacific. Holland America anticipates more than 81,000 guests visiting San Diego this season, contributing over $35 million to the local economy.

Princess Cruises announced the successful completion of sea trials for its newest ship, Discovery Princess, marking a significant milestone in its preparation for service. The trials spanned five days in Italy, testing steering, navigation, and propulsion systems. The ship will embark on its inaugural cruise to the Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles on March 27, 2022. With a capacity of 3,660 guests, Discovery Princess features luxurious accommodations, new experiences, and Medallion Class technology, enhancing guest service and connectivity.

Carnival Corporation (CCL, CUK) has partnered with Jabil (JBL) to open a manufacturing facility for Experience IoT consumer wearables in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. This facility marks the first production site outside of Asia for the Princess Medallion, a device designed to enhance guest experiences on cruise ships.

With this partnership, Carnival aims to support Caribbean economic development while boosting production capacity. The Medallion enables touchless interactions and personalized services for cruise guests.

Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL) has partnered with Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) to manufacture and fulfill the Princess Medallion® in Bajos de Haina, Dominican Republic. This new facility will enhance just-in-time, direct-to-port fulfillment for the Princess Fleet. It features over 60,000 square feet of manufacturing space and employs over 600 workers, with more jobs expected in the next three years. The partnership aims to address logistics challenges and support the growing demand for experiential IoT wearables.

Carnival Corporation (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) reported a fourth quarter 2021 net loss of $2.6 billion, with adjusted net loss at $2.0 billion. Despite losses, the company holds $9.4 billion in liquidity and reported a 4% increase in revenue per passenger cruise day compared to 2019. Over 61% of capacity is currently operational, with expectations for full fleet operation by Spring 2022. Customer deposits rose by $360 million to $3.5 billion, marking consistent growth. Carnival’s sustainable practices and enhanced health protocols have been highlighted, with a CDP score improvement to B.

Princess Cruises has launched its Best. Sale. Ever, running from Dec. 15, 2021 to March 2, 2022. This promotion includes five perks valued at over $695 for 7-day cruises. Benefits include drinks, unlimited Wi-Fi, crew appreciation coverage, stateroom location upgrades, and specialty dining. The sale is applicable to all cruise and cruisetour bookings for destinations like the Caribbean, Alaska, and Europe. The initiative aims to encourage travelers to book their 2022/2023 vacations.

Holland America Line launches its 'Ultimate Upgrade Event' from Dec. 14, 2021 to Feb. 28, 2022, offering enticing promotions for summer 2022 to spring 2023 cruises. Guests booking by Jan. 20, 2022 can receive a free stateroom upgrade and up to $200 onboard credit. The promotion includes $75$799 for Caribbean and $849 for Alaska cruises, exclusive of taxes and fees.

Princess Cruises has officially named its latest ship, Enchanted Princess, during a ceremony featured in the original production Our World, Enchanted on YouTube. The event highlighted the ship's innovative features and was hosted by notable figures including President John Padgett. The ship, part of the Royal Class fleet, can accommodate 3,660 guests and began its inaugural cruise season on November 10, 2021, offering 10-day Southern Caribbean itineraries. Three distinguished women from The Explorers Club serve as its godmothers, honoring their contributions to oceanography.