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Carnival's newest Excel class cruise ships, the fourth and fifth for the brand, will be named Carnival Festival and Carnival Tropic.

These names will certainly resonate with longtime Carnival enthusiasts as both are names of significant ships from the line's rich history.

The new Carnival Festival and Carnival Tropical represent a significant evolution from their namesakes.

It's a very thoughtful way to connect with the company's heritage and link it to its future.

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Check out the tour of the new Carnival Encounter for more details on Carnival's latest ships.

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QWhat are the names of Carnival's two new Excel class ships?
QWhy are the names significant for Carnival's heritage?

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Carnival Festivale and Carnival Tropicale are making a triumphant return to the seas on Carnival's largest and most advanced ships yet! Discover why this naming convention is so significant and what it means for the future of cruising with Carnival! But this isn't just about a sentimental nod to history. We delve into the incredible stories behind the original Festivale and Tropicale – from their pioneering roles in Carnival's early days to the unique legacies they left behind. Learn about the original Festivale's fascinating journey from a transatlantic liner to a fun-filled cruise ship, and how the Tropicale became Carnival's first-ever purpose-built vessel, complete with that iconic whale tail funnel! Fast forward to today, and these legendary names are being reborn on state-of-the-art, LNG-powered behemoths that are pushing the boundaries of cruise ship technology. Join us as we explore the significance of this connection between Carnival's heritage and its future, and share your excitement in the comments below! Are you ready to see the Throwback Titans sail again, bigger and better than ever? — ✓ Join to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join 🚢 Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com/ 📚 Buy books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books 👕 Buy cruise merch: https://chrisframeofficial.Teemill.com/ 🛳️ Learn about cruising: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/ 🌐 Frame & Cross Consultancy: https://frameandcross.com/ 🎥 OUR EQUIPMENT: Camera - DJI Mimo Pocket 2: https://amzn.to/3XjXwQn Vlogging Mic: DJI Mic: https://amzn.to/3D3idJP Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA Voice Over Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. -- Tags: #cruisenews #cruising #cruiseline #cruisenews #cruiseship #cruises #carnivalcruiseline #cunard #qm2 #oceanliner #carnivalcruise #royalcaribbean #norwegiancruiseline #ncl #cruisetour #oceanlinerdesigns #cruiseships #travel #carnivaltropicale #carnivalfestivale MUSIC: Some music is licensed under Pixabay license: https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/ Our thanks to Nikita Kondrashev: https://www.youtube.com/@NikitaKondrashevPiano Inspirational Epic Piano: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-inspirational-epic-piano-309319/ Historical Piano Documentary: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-historical-piano-documentary-263074/ Plus Island Breeze from YouTube Studio Library. IMAGERY: CC BY: Pacific Star (Ex. Tropicale) CC BY SA 2.0 John from Redcliffe, Australia - License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Fishing_at_Bulimba-01%2B_(228053469).jpg Tropicale Whale Tail CC BY SA 4.0 René Anderes License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:MS_Tropicale_1996_Martinique_Upperdeck.jpg SA Vaal leaves for Capetown by Roger Davies CC BY SA 2.0 License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:SA_Vaal_leaves_for_Capetown_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3159341.jpg Festivale in Barbados CC BY SA 3.0 Krdort License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:SS_Festivale_in_Barbados_-_1987-02-26.jpg SA VAAL CC BY SA 3.0 Wolfgang Fricke License: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:S.A_Vaal_IMO_5367623_P_Southampton_1967_(1).JPG Tropicale CC BY SA 4.0 Ocean History License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Carnivalcruises_tropicale.jpg BIG RED BOAT III (Ex. Festivale) C BY SA 4.0 Rich Turnwald License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%22The_Big_Red_Boat_III%22_%26_%22Rembrandt%22_-_Freeport,_2001.jpg Ocean Dream Stefan Grötsch CC.0: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Ocean_Dream_(ship,_1981)#/media/File:Ocean_Dream_in_Grand_Harbour,_Valletta,_Malta_in_Pullmantur_livery.jpg/2 Tropicale 1996, CC BY SA 4.0 René Anderes License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:MS_Tropicale_1996_im_Hafen_von_Martinique_(cropped).jpg STOCK: Video by Travelling Tourist: https://www.pexels.com/video/waverley-paddle-steam-ship-glasgow-scotland-27402586/ Video by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/video/video-footage-of-construction-site-855271/ Video by 23 Audiovisual from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/video/a-cruise-ship-is-docked-in-the-ocean-27758741/ Video by Jean Pablo Silva from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/video/aerial-view-of-a-cruise-ship-at-the-port-in-puerto-rico-15366340/ PR AND ARCHIVAL: Carnival Cruise Line - in video and thumbnail imagery Carnival News Room Ian Boyle: https://www.simplonpc.co.uk/TransvaalCastlePCs.html