CARNIVAL Cruise Line’s Carnival Jubilee (pictured) has floated out, revealing a Texas star on her bow. Hundreds of spectators gathered at the German shipyard Meyer Werft to get the first look at Jubilee. To accompany the float-out, Carnival is bringing a fun “Texas tailgate”-style party to Meyer Werft, complete with...
CARNIVAL Cruise Line’s Carnival Jubilee (pictured) has floated out, revealing a Texas star on her bow.
Hundreds of spectators gathered at the German shipyard Meyer Werft to get the first look at Jubilee.
To accompany the float-out, Carnival is bringing a fun “Texas tailgate”-style party to Meyer Werft, complete with snacks and drinks from Carnival partner PepsiCo.
Jubilee now moves into her next phase of construction, alongside the shipyard’s outfitting pier, before her sea trials in Nov.
Over the weekend, Jubilee will briefly cast off from the pier to conduct various tests on the bow thrusters and stabilisers.
Jubilee will begin sailing year-round on Western Caribbean itineraries beginning in late Dec.
“The Texas star on Carnival Jubilee’s bow is a symbol of our commitment to the Port of Galveston,” President Christine Duffy said.
“As the first cruise line to sail year-round from Galveston, we have a long history with the community, and our next new ship is our latest investment in support of the local economy’s impressive growth while delivering innovative experiences for our guests.
“I’m looking forward to Carnival Jubilee showing off her Texas pride starting later this year.”
The new Jubilee is four times larger than her predecessor, which first sailed from Galveston in 2002.
Jubilee is part of its groundbreaking Excel-class, and will offer BOLT: The Ultimate Seacoaster, one of the first roller coasters at sea.
She will also include six fun-filled zones, two of which are completely unique to Jubilee, themed to celebrate the ocean and offer extensive dining, beverage, and more.
