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Carnival Studios: Inside Carnival’s Onboard Entertainment

Have you even wondered how those amazing shows on Carnival Cruise Line’s ships are created? We’ve got your backstage pass as we tour Carnival Studio.

From concept to opening night onboard, the process of creating new shows for the ships of Carnival Cruise Line can take 2 years of planning, development and production. I recently had the opportunity to spend the afternoon at the Carnival Studios located in South Florida. In this post, I’ll share some of the work that goes on behind the scenes at the busy facility and also provide details on a brand-new show coming to Carnival’s newest Ship, Carnival Panorama.

Studios Overview

Opened in 2017, Carnival Studios took 3 years of development. The 44,500 square foot complex is comprised of 21 separate spaces designed to be used simultaneously, providing soundproof rehearsal environments which include 9 band rooms, 4 vocal studios and 3 dance studios. Each of the rehearsal spaces are setup to represent specific ship class stage spacings, so that prop placement, lighting, and dancer positions can be incorporated into the shows production before even steeping foot onboard the ship.

Playlist Productions

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest lineup of production shows onboard their ships, known as Playlist Productions, combines a world class talented cast with the latest technology in sound, lighting and visual effects including giant walls of high-resolution LEDs to create amazing moving backdrops. Each Playlist Production cast is made up of 8 members with an equal number of female and male singers and dancers. On the largest ships, there are 4 additional dancers.  When new shows are in production, the creative team led by Director Kerry Stables, work from the studios.

These dedicated and talented performers come from all over the globe. Many have completed multiple contracts with Carnival Cruise Line over several years. They typical spend 2-5 weeks rehearsing at the studios and 2-3 months for inaugural productions. Performers and studio team members have a short commute to work every day as they are housed in townhomes next door while at the studios for rehearsals.

Wardrobe/Costuming

Although not a large space, the wardrobe room is a busy hive of activity with a team of designers and tailors creating incredibly designed costumes that are also functional, wear resistant and able to accommodate several body types as new performers step into the roles.

The facility has 4,653 square feet dedicated to the storage of props and set pieces to be used in productions across the fleet.

At any one time there are 14 shows in rehearsal per week. In addition to the main production shows, Carnival needs to fill the complement of performers required for each ship’s various entertainment venues. On my visit to Carnival Studios, I was able to enjoy the following performances:

Singers/Dancers, Horn Trios, Rock Band, Classical Trios, Latin Quartets

Development Studio

The largest single rehearsal space at Carnival Studios is the Development Studio. At 5,200 square feet, it features a massive LED wall made up of 6 automated sections, re-configurable lighting rig and sound equipment and the ability to be re-staged to every ship class theater layout. This space is also used to provide full dress rehearsals of productions.

Rock Revolution

As part of the tour, we also received a sneak peek preview of “Rock Revolution”, a brand-new show exploding with hit music from the summer of ’69’, set to debut on Carnival Panorama in December 2019. The show features as solid cast of performers belting out chart-topping hits after another. While we were told that the preview was at around 80% developed, from the synchronized dance moves, vocals, sound and lighting, this was a ship worthy performance.

Carnival Panorama will be launched as Carnival’s first new ship on the west coast in 20 years. The third Vista-class vessel, will have most of the features found on sister ships Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon, like SkyRide, SportSquare and popular eateries, however, the IMAX theater will be replaced by a brand new concept at sea, SkyZone, an indoor trampoline park. Carnival Panorama will sail weekly cruises to the Mexican Riviera from Long Beach, California with stops at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare for every performance with a thorough body warm up and cool down.
• Attend rehearsals and sound checks for all shows in a timely manner.
• Assist the Dance Captain and Vocal Supervisor, as needed, in teaching choreography throughout the contract and prior to cast change.
• Assist with the maintenance of assigned costumes, including basic repairs, and laundering.
• Demonstrate commitment to Carnival Service Values
• Actively participate in assigned activities including, but not limited to trainings, drills, safety briefings, including “Port Manning”, meetings, Just Ask and performances as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experienced stylistic dancers with strong performance qualities that can sing should apply.
• Must have a strong personality onstage and be able to carry solo numbers with confidence.
• A positive outlook, outgoing personality along with good people skills is essential.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• Resume outlining previous musical employment, education and performance experience in PDF format.
• Promotional photo.
• Prepare 2 vocal selections with accompaniment (no a capella) that best display your range and style.
• Link to video footage of previous show work that may help determine your level of experience and personality and performance abilities.
• Demo reel featuring kicks (front and side) Pirouettes (double or triple on both sides) a Lyrical and Jazz or Hip Hop combination; include video footage of previous show work that may help determine your level of experience and personality and performance abilities.
• Submissions should not exceed five minutes in length.

Singers who Dance

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 

1.Resume outlining previous musical employment, education and performance experience in PDF format.

2.Promotional photo.

3.Prepare demo reel with 2 vocal selections from the list below only (required):

• Female Vocal Link
• Male Vocal Link

4.Prepare demo dance reel featuring kicks (front and side); Pirouettes (double or triple on both sides); a Lyrical and Jazz or Hip Hop combination; include video footage of previous show work that may help determine your level of experience and personality and performance abilities.

5.Link of video footage of previous show work that may help determine your level of experience and personality and performance abilities. (optional)

6.Submissions should not exceed five minutes in length.

• Experienced singers with strong performance qualities that can dance should apply.

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Playlist Productions

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Carnival Horizon Will Debut Three New Playlist Productions Shows

The new Carnival Horizon is nearing completion and today we are learning more about the entertainment that will be onboard Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship.

And it involves one of my favorite, nighttime activities — the Playlist Productions that take place in the ship’s theater. Singing, dancing, lights and more — definitely my kind of fun!

Carnival Cruise Line has announced three new shows –  Soulbound, Celestial Strings  and  Vintage Pop  – will debut on Carnival Horizon when it enters service in April 2018.

A fourth show,  Amor Cubano:  A Caribbean Dance Romance,  has been brought to Carnival Horizon following an incredible debut on Carnival Vista last year.

Here’s a look at what Carnival Cruise Line has to say about these new shows —

Three, New Playlist Productions Shows for Carnival Cruise Line

·        Soulbound:   Hosted by Carnival Horizon’s very own “soul catcher,” this fun, high-energy show offers a gothic-inspired journey through New Orleans with stops at recognizable Crescent City landmarks like a haunted paddlewheel ship, an apothecary shop and cemetery highlighted by levitating chairs and other spookily stunning illusions.  As spirits are playfully captured and brought back to life through dazzling special effects, cast members belt out R&B favorites like Superstitious, Soul Man and Born Under a Bad Sign.

·        Celestial Strings:   Billed as a “breathtaking performance beyond your wildest dreams,” Celestial Strings merges the beauty of classical music with modern pop beats that takes place in an elegant and enchanted garden that seamlessly transforms from season to season, stimulating the senses with unbelievable visual imagery, 3D cast interactions and aroma-infused sets to bring the garden to life.  The first Playlist Productions show to feature a live string trio, Celestial Strings is truly a multi-sensory symphony for the soul.

·        Vintage Pop:   Taking viewers back to the Great Gatsby and Cotton Club era with contemporary songs like All About that Bass, That’s What I Like and Work transformed into classic jazz interpretations, Vintage Pop features a toe-tapping six-piece live band performing in a modern-day speakeasy.  Highlighted by a show-stopping burlesque number that leaves audiences breathless, Vintage Pop ends with a rollicking after party in the atrium where guests can dance and interact with the flapper- and zoot suit-outfitted cast members.

·        Amor Cubano: A Caribbean Dance Romance:    This exciting get-on-your-feet show blends classic Latin songs with today’s hits and features an authentic reproduction of Carnival Horizon’s sizzling Havana Bar.  The show is highlighted by a seven-piece Cuban-inspired band that performs songs by Gloria Estefan, Celia Cruz and others amid a tropical, multi-hued backdrop of Cuba and Miami, the latter of which will be the ship’s eventual year-round homeport.

Take A Look Behind the Scenes

Check out this great video of the Playlist Productions team in rehearsal and see what it takes to bring these beautiful shows to life each night. I’m always fascinated with the technology involved and this video takes a look at what’s to come for Carnival Horizon.

Get Ready to Sail on the Carnival Horizon

The Carnival Horizon sets sail on its maiden voyage April 2, 2018, with a 13-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona – the first of four round-trip departures from that port.  From there, Carnival Horizon will reposition with a14-day trans-Atlantic crossing from Barcelona to New York May 9-23, 2018.

Following a summer schedule from New York City with four-day Bermuda and eight-day Caribbean departures, Carnival Horizon will move to Miami for a year-round schedule of six- and eight-day Caribbean cruises beginning Sept. 22, 2018. (Here’s  more information on Carnival Horizon 2018 itineraries .)

Keep Up With the Latest Carnival Horizon News

For the latest news on the  Carnival Horizon , be sure to follow along on the  Carnival Cruise Line Facebook page  and on Twitter at  @CarnivalCruise  and on the  Carnival Cruise Line Instagram page .

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Exhilarating playlist production shows among array of entertainment options aboard new carnival horizon.

MIAMI , Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- For its newest ship, Carnival Horizon , Carnival Cruise Line's talented in-house entertainment team has partnered with leading creative directors from Broadway , Los Angeles and London's West End to create three brand new shows that are designed to raise the bar on cruise ship entertainment.

Part of the line's popular Playlist Productions revues, the new shows make maximum use of the ship's sophisticated and interactive LED screens while showcasing the talents of the shows' performers to deliver unforgettable evenings of high-caliber entertainment.

Three new shows – Soulbound, Celestial Strings and Vintage Pop – will debut on Carnival Horizon when it enters service in April 2018 . A fourth show, Amor Cubano:  A Caribbean Dance Romance, has been brought to Carnival Horizon following an incredible debut on Carnival Vista last year.

Sarah Beth Reno , Carnival's vice president of entertainment. "Whether you're enjoying an amazing Playlist Productions show, checking out the hilarious entertainers at the Punchliner Comedy Club or participating in our legendary deck parties, our team will make sure your Carnival Horizon vacation is one you'll never forget," she added. 

The Playlist Productions shows on Carnival Horizon include:

• Soulbound: Hosted by Carnival Horizon's very own "soul catcher," this fun, high-energy show offers a gothic-inspired journey through New Orleans with stops at recognizable Crescent City landmarks like a haunted paddlewheel ship, an apothecary shop and cemetery highlighted by levitating chairs and other spookily stunning illusions. As spirits are playfully captured and brought back to life through dazzling special effects, cast members belt out R&B favorites like Superstitious, Soul Man and Born Under a Bad Sign.                                                          
• Celestial Strings: Billed as a "breathtaking performance beyond your wildest dreams," Celestial Strings merges the beauty of classical music with modern pop beats that takes place in an elegant and enchanted garden that seamlessly transforms from season to season, stimulating the senses with unbelievable visual imagery, 3D cast interactions and aroma-infused sets to bring the garden to life. The first Playlist Productions show to feature a live string trio, Celestial Strings is truly a multi-sensory symphony for the soul.                                                          
• Vintage Pop: Taking viewers back to the Great Gatsby and Cotton Club era with contemporary songs like All About that Bass, That's What I Like and Work transformed into classic jazz interpretations, Vintage Pop features a toe-tapping six-piece live band performing in a modern-day speakeasy. Highlighted by a show-stopping burlesque number that leaves audiences breathless, Vintage Pop ends with a rollicking after party in the atrium where guests can dance and interact with the flapper- and zoot suit-outfitted cast members.                                                          

The new shows complement Carnival Horizon's vast array of entertainment offerings which include family-friendly and adults-only performances at the Punchliner Comedy Club and the family-favorite Hasbro , The Game Show, a live action game show incorporating larger-than-life adaptations of popular Hasbro games, along with an IMAX Theatre showcasing first-run blockbusters, documentaries and family favorites, and the multi-sensory Thrill Theater , the latter of which are part of the Carnival Multiplex entertainment concept.

At night, Serenity, the ship's outdoor adults-only retreat, is transformed into a South Beach-style club under the stars complete with spectacular lighting effects and a crowd-pleasing mix of popular music spun by one of Carnival's professional DJ's. Live bands along the promenade, solo artists in the new Smokehouse Brewhouse BBQ restaurant and brewery and the line's legendary deck parties will also be offered.

Carnival Horizon is set to debut April 2, 2018 , with a 13-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona – the first of four round-trip departures from that port – then reposition to the U.S. with a 14-day trans-Atlantic crossing from Barcelona to New York May 9-23 , 2018.  

Following its summer schedule of four-day Bermuda and eight-day Caribbean departures from the Big Apple, Carnival Horizon will shift to Miami and kick off a year-round schedule of six- and eight-day Caribbean cruises beginning Sept. 22, 2018 . Carnival Horizon will also offer a special two-day cruise to Nassau from Miami Sept. 20-22, 2018 .

For additional information and reservations, contact any travel agent, call 1-800-CARNIVAL or visit carnival.com . Carnival also can be found on:  Facebook ,  Instagram ,  Twitter and  YouTube . Journalists also can visit Carnival's media site,  carnival-news.com or follow the line's PR department on Twitter at twitter.com/CarnivalPR .

About Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Cruise Line , part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is "The World's Most Popular Cruise Line®" with 25 ships operating three- to 16-day voyages to The Bahamas , Caribbean , Mexican Riviera, Alaska , Hawaii , Canada , New England , Bermuda , Europe , Cuba , Australia , New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Two 133,500-ton Vista-class ships are currently scheduled for delivery - Carnival Horizon in 2018 and Carnival Panorama in 2019. Additionally, two new 180,000-ton ships are scheduled to enter service in 2020 and 2022.

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Each Carnival Journeys voyage will include some special shipboard activities to provide a truly unique vacation experience. These activities fall under three categories:  

Academy of Fun | Shipboard Team Member Connections | Throwback Sea Day  

Academy of Fun Who knew it would be fun to learn while on vacation?  You will be invited to attend a series of enrichment courses designed to help expand your horizons such as photography, stargazing and social media – these are just a few types of classes you might find on board. Shipboard Team Member Connections Here, Carnival Journeys participants can learn more about shipboard life held at different times throughout the voyage. 

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50s Dance Class Are you a dancing machine? Then swing down and get ready to bop, jive and boogie with our talented Playlist cast in a fun class for all levels! This activity is a crew connection with our onboard Playlist cast members. Once the dance is taught, the Playlist cast manager will select six couples who will receive private dance classes with our performers to learn a routine that you will perform in the ‘Back to the 50s’ show later on in the cruise. 

Back to the ‘50s Crew Show Swing into our one-of-a-kind show inspired by the Fabulous ‘50s and starring none other than your fellow guests and our crew as they rock, roll and sock-hop the night away!  The Crew Connections show is an interactive performance showcasing our singers and dancers and those guests that have been rehearsing all cruise long for the ‘big’ show. The show will also showcase some of the team members working on your ship.

At the Hop Deck Party A continuation of the ‘Back to the 50s' show, it is themed around a 1950s Sock Hop. This party will include guest competitions and line dances. Throwback Sea Day We are throwing ourselves back to 1987. Throwback Sea Day will turn the ship around to the wonderful decade of the 80s. All of our activities for the day will be recreated to resemble the way they were played in 1987 including a version of the old style ‘Carnival Capers’, the 1987 version of the 'Fun Times' newsletter and now the HUB App.

Dive In Movies Nothing better for an 80s-inspired Throwback Sea Day than some classic Action and Adventure flicks from circa 30 years ago. We have totally channeled that ‘Back to the Future’ vibe in addition to ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’. 

Trivia 80s Challenge Are you an everything-eighties expert? Put your knowledge to the test and join the Fun Squad as they take you through exciting trivia challenges! From sitcoms to dramas and everything in between, try our 80s-themed TV trivia and see if your rerun marathon days have paid off! Test your cinematic savvy from the days of big hair, big shoulder pads and big movies in our exciting 80s throwback movie trivia challenge! Or try our general knowledge trivia consisting of questions that would have been asked in 1987.

Walk-a-Mile Recreating a morning from 1987, working out has never been this fun! Join your Cruise Director and the Fun Squad for an exciting morning fitness class and start your day energized and invigorated!  

Morning Show Wake up on the fun side with your Cruise Director and special guests! What a great way to be in the know about all the exciting activities and events of Throwback Sea Day!  The Cruise Director will take calls from guests who will reflect on their favorite part of the 80s.

80s Dance Class From the Safety Dance to the Electric Slide, join our cast as they teach you the hottest dance moves from the 80s in this easy and fun class for all ages.

Bingo Swap the new with the old traditional bingo cage and balls.

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Captain’s Cocktail Party Join the ship’s senior officers for an unforgettable fun evening - just like the Captain's Cocktail Party from the 80s, guests will be greeted at the entrance of the main lounge by the Captain, followed by music, dancing and the introduction of the Captain and his senior officers by your Cruise Director.

Food Carving Demonstration Watch our ever so talented Culinary Team create sculptures out of food – a throwback to the popular Gala Midnight Buffet from the 80’s... and don't forget your camera!

Variety Show Get ready for some awesome entertainment! Hosted by your Cruise Director, join us for an amazing evening of fun and excitement that will surely be the talk of the ship tomorrow!

80’s Night at the Disco This 80s party won't be the same without you, so time to channel your inner Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey and hit the dance floor to show off those totally righteous moves!

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​ SOULBOUND was created for Carnival Cruise Line's Playlist Productions.

It debuted on the inaugural voyage of the CARNIVAL HORIZON on April 7th, 2018.  

As of January, 2022, it is also being performed on the CARNIVAL SUNRISE, CARNIVAL PANORAMA and CARNIVAL RADIANCE.

SOULBOUND takes some of the greatest classic R&B hits from across the decades and weaves them into a clever, fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek tale of unrequited love and dastardly deeds!  You'll be treated to songs by Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, The Blues Brothers, Chaka Kahn, Christina Aguilera, Wilson Picket and more!  

The story begins with our Witch Queen and Soul Collector as these long time partners leave their swampy lair to head into town to steal some souls from our unsuspecting cast of Goth inspired performers.  But everything seems to fall apart as the Witch Queen catches the lecherous Soul Collector flirting with some of the beautiful souls he has enslaved.  Furious, the Witch Queen hatches a plan to win back the attentions of the wandering Soul Collector but her spells keep misfiring as hijinks ensue.  With her spells exhausted, the Witch Queen realizes the only thing she has left to try is simply being herself, which wins the Soul Collector back to her side.  He collects his own soul and presents it to her to keep for eternity.  In celebration, all the enslaved souls are freed through a seance and happily make their way into the afterlife. 

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Aaron Jackson - Director

Jill Hillier - Choreographer

Scott Maher - Assistant Choreographer

JR White - Producer

THE ORIGINAL CARNIVAL HORIZON CAST

Lindsay Bridges as the Witch Queen

Thomas Owens as the Soul Collector

Heather Wagner as the Voodoo Doll

Kennen Butler as the Ghost

Ashlee Beare - Singer/Dancer

Chantelle Mullin - Singer/Dancer

Tory Ramirez - Singer/Dancer

Brett Tiernan - Singer/Dancer

Jade-Ashley Orr - Dancer

Katie Moorhead - Dancer

Eloir Xavier - Dancer

Josh Young - Dancer

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• You Gotta Get a Gimmick (Gypsy)

The Big Easy:

• At Last by Etta James
• Born on the Bayou by CCR
• Go to the Mardi Gras by Professor Longhair
• Hello Stranger by Barbara Lewis
• Hold on, I'm Comin'
• House of the Rising Sun by The Animals
• I Put a Spell on You by CCR
• In the Midnight Hour by Wilson Pickett
• Jambalaya (On the Bayou) by Hank Williams
• Jump, Jive, and Wail by Louis Prima
• Knock on Wood by Eddie Floyd
• Lady Marmalade by Patti LaBelle
• Lean on Me by Bill Withers
• Only You by the Platters
• Proud Mary by Tina Turner
• Queen of the Night by Whitney Houston
• The Thrill is Gone by B.B. King
• Way Down Yonder in New Orleans by Jimmie Noone
• When the Saints Go Marching In

Celebration

• Cabaret by Liza Minnelli
• Don't Rain on my Parade by Barbra Streisand
• Going Bananas by Madonna
• Hanky Panky by Madonna
• Hot Hot Hot by Buster Pointdexter
• That's Entertainment by Fred Astaire

Dream Voyage:

• Dream Voyage Let Me Be Your Fantasy
• The Magic Ballet
• Hey Pachucco
• This Business of Love
• Steppin' Out with my Baby

It Don't Mean a Thing

• Puttin' on the Ritz
• Stuff Like That There
• Billy A Dick
• Swing That Guy
• Fantastic Voyage
• Dance, Dance, Dance
• Boogie Wonderland
• Disco Inferno
• Shake Your Groove Thing
• Step Into the Badside
• Far From Over
• Eternal Flame
• Hold On, I'm Coming
• (I've Had) The Time of My Life
• Material Girl
• Rhythm Nation
• Walking on Sunshine
• What A Feeling
• Achy Breaky Heart
• Bad to the Bone
• Boot Scootin' Boogie
• Brand New Day
• Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
• Born to Be Wild
• California Girls
• Devil with the Blue Dress On
• Fun, Fun, Fun
• Good Vibrations
• Hot Hot Hot
• Lil' Darlin
• Livin' on a Prayer
• Let the Sunshine In
• Monster Mash
• Papa was a Rollin' Stone
• Rock and Roll is Here to Stay
• Rock Around the Clock
• Rockin' Robin
• Splish Splash
• Surfin' USA
• What's Going On
• What I Like about You
• Why Haven't I Heard from You

Singin' with the Big Band:

• Beyond the Sea
• The Candy Man
• Don't Mean a Thing If it Ain't Got that Swing
• Feeling Good
• Fly Me to the Moon
• I've Got the World on A String
• Jump, Jive, and Wail
• Let the Good Times Roll
• Mr. Bojangles
• My Shining Hour
• New York, New York
• Once in a Lifetime
• A Piece of the Sky
• Smile (Charlie Chaplin)
• What Kind of Fool

Standing Room Only:

• Ain't Misbehavin'
• A Chorus Line
• Miss Saigon
• My Fair Lady
• West Side Story
• All Shook Up
• Billie Jean
• Bohemian Rhapsody
• Burning Love
• Dancing on the Ceiling
• The Heart of Rock and Roll
• A Hard Day's Night
• I Can't Help Myself
• (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction
• I'm Too Sexy
• I Want to Hold Your Hand

Jailhouse Rock

• Let's Go Crazy
• Listen to Your Heart
• Livin' La Vida Loca
• New Attitude
• Rock and Roll all Nite
• Shake Your Booty
• Touched by an Angel

Wonderful World

• American from West Side Story
• Con Te Partiro
• Maybe It's Because I'm a Londoner
• One Night In Bangkok
• Refugio De Amor (You Are My Home)
• Step in Time
• Will You Be There
• Up, Up, and Away
• Yankee Doodle Dandy
• 2 weeks later...

Some other older shows.

Nightclub Express:

Dancing Fool

It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)

Stayin' Alive

Rock Down Broadway:

Jesus Christ Superstar

Saturday Night Fever

The Beat, another old show:

• Evil Ways by Santana
• Great Balls of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis
• I'm the Only One by Melissa Etheridge
• Musicology by Prince
• See You Through by Van Morrison

Here's Hollywood:

Ease on Down The Road from The Wiz

Gold from The Wiz

Hooray for Hollywood

Le Jazz Hot from Victor/Victoria

Razzle Dazzle from Chicago

Fascinatin' Rhythm by Tony Bennett

I Got Rhythm by Gene Kelly

Jump, Jive, and Wail:

Jump Jive and Wail

Hi de Ho Man

Lover Man (Oh Where Can You Be)

Bicycle Race

Don't Lose My Number

Endless Love

I Knew You Were Waiting For Me

Johnny B. Goode

Let Me Entertain You

Night Fever

Simply Irresitible

Up Where We Belong

We Will Rock You

Extreme Country:

Against the Grain by Garth Brooks

The Aggie Song by Dolly Parton

America, I Believe In You by Charlie Daniels

Baby Likes To Rock by the Tractors

The Devil Went Down to Georgia

Gimme 8 Seconds by Toby Keith

God Bless the USA

I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack

I Wanna Talk About Me by Toby Keith

Man! I Feel Like a Woman by Shania Twain

Pour Me by Trick Pony

Put Some Drive In Your Country by Travis Tritt

Right on the Money by Alan Jackson

Rocky Top by Osborne Brothers

Shameless by Garth Brooks

She's Got the Rhythm by Alan Jackson

She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy by Kenny Chesney

Stand By Me by Mickey Gilley

Take it Back by Reba McEntire

T-R-O-U-B-L-E by Travis Tritt

X-Treme Country by Hank Williams Jr.

• 3 weeks later...

Matt Mitcham posted a video, of him dancing to Take My Breath Away from Top Gun, during the show, Flick.

ccruisequeen

Really??? Seems like the answer to "Which song does not belong with the rest?"... :D

Ship it is not the Devo version.

It's by the Dazz Band

Let It Whip

Love to see you whip it

Sure can treat you right

Give me just a minute

of your time tonight

We both are here to have some fun

Let it Whip

I know you're into goovin'

love your body language

Baby let me know

You've got me so anxious

Whip it baby, Whip it right

Whip it baby, Whip it all night

It's just a trip

No no, child

Common Whip, Common Whip

Now that you can see

How you goove with me

What else can I do

to get closer to you

We both are here to have so fun

I want to see you movin'

Love your body language

Let me be your paperman

Love to be in your command

We are here to have some fun

Ahhhhhhhhhh

There is no time to lose

Your the one I choose

(Your so right now, your so right now...)

Can't you see that I

Won't waste your time

I sense something devine

Devine in you

Songwriters: L. CHANCLER, R. ANDREWS

© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

For non-commercial use only.

Data from: LyricFind

Carnival Vista Cast posted a video of them singing "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith, during Flick.

• 1 month later...

Heart of Soul:

After the Love Has Gone by Earth, Wind, and Fire

Green Onions by Booker T. & The M.G.'s

I Got You (I Feel Good) by James Brown

I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You) by Aretha Franklin

I Wish by Stevie Wonder

Just the Two of Us by Grover Washington

Land of 1000 Dances by Wilson Pickett

Let's Stay Together by Al Green

River Deep by Tina Turner

Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours by Stevie Wonder

(Sitting On) The Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding

Take Me to the River by Al Green

This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) by Natalie Cole

What'd I Say by Ray Charles

You're All I Need To Get By by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Which ship is this show on?

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Just off the six day cruise on the Vista. The shows were America Rocks, Studio VIP, and Flick.

America Rocks:

Any Way You Want It by Journey

Boogie Nights by Heatwave

Call Me by Blondie

Centerfold by The J. Geils Band

Drive by the Cars

Dude Looks Like a Lady by Aerosmith

Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Freeze Frame by The J. Geils Band

Heartbreaker by Pat Benatar

Hit Me with Your Best Shot by Pat Benatar

Hotel California by the Eagles

Lady by Styx

Long Train Runnin’ by The Doobie Brothers

25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago

One Way or Another by Blondie

R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A. by John Mellencamp

Rock and Roll all Nite by Kiss

Rock and Roll Band by Boston

Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Walk This Way by Aerosmith

You Give Love a Bad Name by Bon Jovi

Eye of The Tiger by Survivor

Footloose by Kenny Loggins

Harry Potter Theme

Indiana Jones Theme

I Don't Want to Miss a Thing by Aerosmith

I'm a Believer by Smash Mouth

I Have Nothing by Whitney Houston

(I've Had) the Time Of My Life by Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes

Ice Dance from Edward Scissorhands

I Like to Move it by Real 2 Reel from Madagascar

I Will Always Love You by Mariah Carey

I’m a Believer by Smash Mouth

Jurassic Park Theme

My Heart Will Go On by Celine Dion

Over the Rainbow by Judy Garland

Pure Imagination by Gene Wilder

Skyfall by Adele

Star Wars Theme

Superman Theme

Take My Breath Away by Berlin

Studio VIP:

Boogie Wonderland by Earth, Wind, and Fire

Dancing Queen by Abba

Dim All the Lights by Donna Summer

Flashback by Imagination

Flash Light by Parliament

Funkytown by Lipps, Inc

Get Down Tonight by KC & Sunshine Band

He's the Greatest Dancer by Sister Sledge

The Hustle by Van McCoy

I Love the Nightlife by Alicia Bridges

Last Dance by Donna Summer

Le Freak By Chic

MacArthur Park by Donna Summer

More More More by Andrea True

Saturday Night Fever by Bee Gees

You Should Be Dancing by Bee Gees

Y.M.C.A. by Village People

You're the First, the Last, My Everything by Barry White

I forgot to add a couple of songs.

America Rocks: Born in the USA by Bruce Springsteen

Flick: Lord of the Rings Theme.

• 2 months later...

They announced today the Carnival Horizon is going to have 3 new shows, as well as Amor Cubano.

The shows will be:

Soulbound: "Hosted by Carnival Horizon’s very own “soul catcher,” this fun, high-energy show offers a gothic-inspired journey through New Orleans with stops at recognizable Crescent City landmarks like a haunted paddlewheel ship, an apothecary shop and cemetery highlighted by levitating chairs and other spookily stunning illusions. As spirits are playfully captured and brought back to life through dazzling special effects, cast members belt out R&B favorites like Superstitious, Soul Man and Born Under a Bad Sign."

· Celestial Strings: "Billed as a “breathtaking performance beyond your wildest dreams,” Celestial Strings merges the beauty of classical music with modern pop beats that takes place in an elegant and enchanted garden that seamlessly transforms from season to season, stimulating the senses with unbelievable visual imagery, 3D cast interactions and aroma-infused sets to bring the garden to life. The first Playlist Productions show to feature a live string trio, Celestial Strings is truly a multi-sensory symphony for the soul."

· Vintage Pop: "Taking viewers back to the Great Gatsby and Cotton Club era with contemporary songs like All About that Bass, That’s What I Like and Work transformed into classic jazz interpretations, Vintage Pop features a toe-tapping six-piece live band performing in a modern-day speakeasy. Highlighted by a show-stopping burlesque number that leaves audiences breathless, Vintage Pop ends with a rollicking after party in the atrium where guests can dance and interact with the flapper- and zoot suit-outfitted cast members."

They announced today the Carnival Horizon is going to have 3 new shows, as well as Amor Cubano.   The shows will be:   Soulbound: "Hosted by Carnival Horizon’s very own “soul catcher,” this fun, high-energy show offers a gothic-inspired journey through New Orleans with stops at recognizable Crescent City landmarks like a haunted paddlewheel ship, an apothecary shop and cemetery highlighted by levitating chairs and other spookily stunning illusions. As spirits are playfully captured and brought back to life through dazzling special effects, cast members belt out R&B favorites like Superstitious, Soul Man and Born Under a Bad Sign."   · Celestial Strings: "Billed as a “breathtaking performance beyond your wildest dreams,” Celestial Strings merges the beauty of classical music with modern pop beats that takes place in an elegant and enchanted garden that seamlessly transforms from season to season, stimulating the senses with unbelievable visual imagery, 3D cast interactions and aroma-infused sets to bring the garden to life. The first Playlist Productions show to feature a live string trio, Celestial Strings is truly a multi-sensory symphony for the soul."   · Vintage Pop: "Taking viewers back to the Great Gatsby and Cotton Club era with contemporary songs like All About that Bass, That’s What I Like and Work transformed into classic jazz interpretations, Vintage Pop features a toe-tapping six-piece live band performing in a modern-day speakeasy. Highlighted by a show-stopping burlesque number that leaves audiences breathless, Vintage Pop ends with a rollicking after party in the atrium where guests can dance and interact with the flapper- and zoot suit-outfitted cast members."

I'd love to see these on the West coast ships, maybe on the new ship coming to Long Beach

Where can I find the shows for the 8 day southern Caribbean on the Conquest in September?

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Where can I find the shows for the 8 day southern Caribbean on the Conquest in September?     Sent from my iPhone using Forums

Here is a list of which shows are on which Carnival Ship.

Updated as of March 15, 2018

https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=3235

Organized Chaos

We loved Epic Rock. Looking forward to seeing it again aboard the Glory in about six weeks. Disappointed it doesn't have the 80's show, my favorite genre of music. Not interested in the Latin hits and I'm not sure how I feel about Getaway Island. I just watched a video of it on YouTube and, even though I like some of the songs, the performance didn't look all that great.

Motor City: ABC by Jackson 5 All Night Long by Lionel Richie Baby I Need Your Lovin' by The Four Tops Brick House by Commodores Come See about Me by the Supremes Dancing in the Street by Martha & Vandellas Do You Love Me? By the Contours Heat Wave by Martha & Vandellas I'm Coming Out by Diana Ross I Want You Back by Jackson 5 Night Shift by Commodores Respect by Aretha Franklin Right Back Where We Started From by Maxine Nightingale The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss) by Betty Everett The Way You Do the Things You Do by the Temptations Whip It by Devo

Here is a list of which shows are on which Carnival Ship.   Updated as of March 15, 2018   https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=3235

Vintage Pop:

• That's What I Like by Bruno Mars
• All about that Bass by Meghan Trainor
• Work by Rihanna
• Feeling Good by Michael Buble
• Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)
• I Got Rhythm
• On the Sunny Side of the Street
• Side to Side by Ariana Grande
• It Don't Mean A Thing (If it Ain't Got That Swing)
• Shape of You by Ed Sheeran
• A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got) by Fergie

Celestial Strings:

• Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol
• Come What May from Moulin Rouge
• Fields of Gold by Sting
• Kiss from a Rose by Seal
• Live and Let Die by Paul McCartney
• Nothing Else Matters by Metallica
• Roxanne by The Police
• Show Must Go On by Queen
• Uninvited by Alanis Morrisette
• Viva La Vida by Coldplay
• We Found Love by Rihanna

Born Under a Bad Sign by Albert King

Haunted by Beyonce

I Put a Spell on You by Creedence Clearwater Revival

I'm Every Woman by Whitney Houston

In The Midnight Hour by Wilson Pickett

Rescue Me by Fontella Bass

Something's Gotta A Hold on Me by Etta James

Soul Man by Sam and Dave

Spirit in the Dark by Aretha Franklin

Superstition by Stevie Wonder

Unchain My Heart by Joe Cocker

(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman by Aretha Franklin

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THIS IS ALL THE SONGS FROM GETAWAY EPIC ROCK 88KEYS AND 80S POP TO THE MAX

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The 8 best Hawaii cruises in 2024 and 2025

C ruising the Hawaiian Islands offers U.S. travelers an immersive South Pacific escape with all the comforts of home. In fact, the Aloha State is in many ways an ideal cruise destination. It has year-round sunny weather, four main islands featuring varied topographies — including sandy beaches, cascading waterfalls, volcanic mountains and vibrant green valleys — and a wide array of land- and water-based activities.

The main caveat? Hawaii cruise options are somewhat limited — just a fraction of what's available in the Caribbean — and many itineraries involve multiday crossings from the West Coast. Only one cruise line offers Hawaii itineraries throughout the year; most others visit during specific months or when repositioning ships in spring and fall.

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Looking for the Hawaiian Islands sailing that's right for you? Here's a look at the eight best Hawaii cruises for every type of traveler.

Norwegian Cruise Line's 7-night Inter-island Hawaii

For travelers who want more aloha time than the typical eight-hour port call allows, Norwegian Cruise Line has a solution. Its 2,186-passenger Pride of America lets vacationers sample four Hawaiian islands over seven days, with overnights in Maui and Kauai, plus port calls on both Hilo and Kona on the island of Hawaii. In total, this itinerary offers nearly 100 hours of shore time.

Pride of America sails round-trip from Honolulu every Saturday year-round. As a U.S.-flagged ship, it's the only large vessel permitted to sail this way. Not only do you skip the long Pacific crossing that most cruise ships do to reach Hawaii, but passports are not required for U.S. citizens, and you can tack on pre- or post-cruise stays on Oahu.

The overnights on Maui and Kauai also mean it's possible to try several of Hawaii's signature experiences that most port calls don't allow. Passengers can catch dusk or dawn from atop Maui's massive 10,023-foot dormant volcano with sunrise and sunset excursions to the Haleakala Crater. And with the ship in port all night on Kauai, guests who want to enjoy traditional Hawaiian cuisine, music and hula performances can book the Luau Kalamaku for a fun evening out.

Pride of America, which has been cruising Hawaii since 2005, doesn't have the onboard thrills (race track, virtual-reality gaming, waterslides) of Norwegian's newer ships , but that's okay because the islands, not the ship, are your main destination. Its American-themed decor celebrates U.S. cities in a vibrant, and at times, kitschy way, but a 2021 refurbishment left its cabins and public spaces feeling refreshed.

Many of Norwegian's specialty dining venues (which incur a surcharge) are on board, including Cagney's Steakhouse, Le Bistro (here, it's Jefferson's Bistro), Moderno Churrascaria and Teppanyaki.

Who should go: Anyone seeking a convenient way to island-hop — and see a lot of Hawaii — by making the most of the generous shore time with a combination of independent exploration and shore excursions. Most sailings attract couples ages 50 and older, although summer and holiday sailings have plenty of families on board.

Related: Best time to cruise Hawaii

UnCruise Adventures' 7-night Hawaiian Seascapes

Cruisers seeking a less traditional, more carefree Hawaii experience can have it from November to April aboard UnCruise Adventures ' 36-passenger Safari Explorer. The seven-night Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary, which begins either on Molokai or the island of Hawaii, is an unconventional one designed for those who enjoy going off the beaten path in an intimate and more authentic setting. U.S. passports aren't required to sail.

UnCruise visits four islands — Maui and Lanai plus Molokai and Hawaii — and focuses on not only their striking landscapes and underwater beauty but also the cultural traditions, cuisine and music of the Hawaiian people. On Molokai, where there's not a single traffic light and the lifestyle is slow-paced, passengers get a chance to "talk story" with locals and enjoy a pa'ina (feast) and evening jam session. Lanai activities range from snorkel, paddleboard and kayak excursions to off-road adventures exploring the privately owned island's dramatic sea cliffs, red rock formations and vast fields once filled with Dole pineapples.

Most UnCruise sailings are during Maui's humpback whale season, so sightings while cruising off the coast of Maui are possible. You might also catch glimpses of dolphins and sea turtles. A "Captain's Choice" day is a wild card determined by the weather, marine life in the area and other factors, while the final two days are spent exploring the Big Island of Hawaii — including a hike up Hualalai volcano and a skiff ride along the rugged coast.

Constructed in 1998, Safari Explorer was designed with adventure itineraries in mind (in summer the U.S.-flagged ship repositions to Alaska). Its size allows it to navigate areas larger ships can't reach, which in Hawaii means bays and coves ideal for snorkeling or watersports.

With such a small number of passengers aboard, guests get to know each other — and Safari Explorer's friendly and knowledgeable crew — quite well. Passengers come together over meals featuring locally sourced ingredients, and as all UnCruise fares include unlimited wines, spirits and microbrews, shipmates can raise a glass without worrying who's buying a round. It all lends itself to an exclusive yet utterly relaxed week of cruising.

Who should go: The ship's laid-back onboard vibe paired with its land- and water-based activities make the Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary ideal for active travelers seeking a nature-focused itinerary — although cruise fares (which start around $5,900 per person) are among the priciest for a Hawaii cruise.

Related: Why it's easier to meet new people on a smaller cruise ship

Holland America's 17-night Circle Hawaii

Travelers who have more than two weeks to spare and who prefer to arrive in Hawaii via ship rather than an airplane can do so on Holland America 's 17-night Circle Hawaii itinerary. They'd better also love sea days because crossing the Pacific from San Diego or Vancouver to Honolulu and back requires 10 days.

That means passengers enjoy five or six days in Hawaii on Kauai, Oahu, Maui and the island of Hawaii. Some itineraries stay in select ports overnight. Cruises departing from San Diego also call on Ensenada, Mexico. With either departure port, passports will be required.

The itinerary is offered in 2024 and 2025 on the 2,650-passenger Koningsdam and 1,432-passenger Zaandam.

Travelers with more time on their hands can also visit Hawaii as part of longer Pacific island cruises with Holland America. Koningsdam will sail a 35-night Hawaii, Tahiti & Marquesas itinerary in 2025 that combines visits to four Hawaiian islands with calls on five islands in French Polynesia and Fanning Island, Kiribati (and 20 sea days).

Related: Holland America unveils epic cruise to Hawaii and Alaska for 2025

Zaandam will also sail 51- to 56-night Tales of the South Pacific itineraries that visit multiple islands in Hawaii and French Polynesia along with ports in the Cook Islands, American Samoa and Fiji.

Holland America is popular with cruisers ages 60 and older, many of them retired, who have time to enjoy longer itineraries on ships that offer good value with a focus on culinary and musical enjoyment. Two of Koningsdam's most popular venues are its live entertainment area with three venues — B.B. King's Blues Club (for Memphis-style rhythm and blues), Billboard Onboard (for chart-topping hits played by a live pianist) and Rolling Stone Rock Room (for a live band playing classic rock), and World Stage, a theater with a 270-degree screen used for both special BBC Earth in Concert and theatrical productions.

Onboard specialty dining options (at an added cost) include Pinnacle Grill for steaks and seafood, Tamarind for Pan-Asian cuisine and Rudi's Sel de Mer for French Brasserie specialties and seafood.

Who should go: Mature travelers who prefer not to fly and who enjoy a more traditional cruise experience. They should also love sea days as much (or even more so) than port exploration.

Related: 16 mistakes cruisers make on cruise ship sea days

Princess Cruises' 15- or 16-night Hawaiian Islands

Princess Cruises is also a good option for longer sailings. The cruise line offers numerous round-trip itineraries to Hawaii from Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in the fall and winter.

The majority of sailings are aboard the 3,080-passenger Crown Princess and Ruby Princess from San Francisco, and the 2,600-passenger Grand Princess and 3,080-passenger Emerald Princess from Los Angeles.

Ships are in port for nine to 11 hours in Hawaii (Hilo), Kauai and Maui and for 16 hours in Oahu. Itineraries include a stop in Ensenada, Mexico (so passports are required), plus nine or 10 sea days.

The ships feature many of Princess' popular dining venues, including Alfredo's Pizzeria (a sit-down venue serving personal-size pizzas), Crown Grill for steaks and Sabatini's Italian Trattoria. There's plenty of outdoor space for soaking up the sun — including an adults-only sun deck — and a dazzling Piazza for enjoying cocktails, gelato and pop-up street performers.

Fans of Princess' Movies Under the Stars poolside screenings (with free popcorn) and Discovery at SEA enrichment programming will have ample time to enjoy these perks on a Hawaii sailing.

Who should go: These sailings will appeal to couples or groups of friends who prefer to have a wide choice of sailing dates, can take the time to enjoy a leisurely Pacific crossing and appreciate Princess' focus on quality cuisine and a sun deck designed for relaxation rather than thrills.

Related: Best Hawaii cruise shore excursions

Celebrity's 9- to 12-night Hawaii Cruise

Travelers seeking modern interior decor on a ship designed with couples in mind can visit Hawaii aboard Celebrity Cruises ' 2,852-passenger Celebrity Solstice or 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge on itineraries ranging from nine to 13 nights — but only if the timing is right. That's because the line offers only two sailings per ship each year (in spring and fall) as the ships reposition between Alaska and destinations in the Pacific. The itineraries are one-way (Vancouver to Honolulu or vice versa) with passports required.

These cruises call on three ports on two islands: Honolulu (Oahu) and Hilo and Kona (Hawaii), with one or two overnights in port and 10 hours ashore on one-day visits. All include five days in a row at sea. Since the itineraries either begin or end in Honolulu, there's also a chance for some pre- or post-cruise exploration.

Sea days offer opportunities to enjoy the chic, grown-up ambience and amenities aboard these ships. Each vessel offers multiple complimentary and extra-fee specialty restaurants. Celebrity Solstice features Tuscan Grille for Italian specialties and steak and Murano for modern French cuisine, while Celebrity Edge offers the whimsical Le Petit Chef and the international Eden Restaurant.

Celebrity's signature Martini Bar and many other onboard watering holes keep the grown-up vibe going day and night. Choose cruise fares that include alcohol and Wi-Fi, or pay a lower rate and pay for your drinks as you go.

Who should go: The slightly shorter one-way sailings and the ships' contemporary ambience make these itineraries ideal for couples and groups of friends seeking a relaxing escape — especially Gen Xers in their 40s and 50s, who are Celebrity's target market.

Related: 6 national parks you can reach by cruise ship (and 2 are in Hawaii)

Carnival's 14- or 15-night Hawaii from Los Angeles

If fun is your cruise mantra, the "Fun Ship" brand Carnival Cruise Line offers a handful of round-trip sailings to Hawaii from Los Angeles (Long Beach) aboard the 2,984-passenger Carnival Radiance. Like other roundtrips from the West Coast, these itineraries spend just five days in Hawaii, offering eight to 14 hours of shore time in ports on four islands: Maui, Kauai, Oahu and Hawaii. Along with enjoying eight sea days, guests will also call on Ensenada, Mexico, so passports are required.

Carnival Radiance first sailed under that name in 2021, but it's not a new ship. Before an epic makeover, it sailed for the cruise line as Carnival Victory. Ship features include many of Carnival's signature complimentary and extra-fee dining venues, including Guy's Burger Joint and Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, BlueIguana Cantina, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse and Bonsai Sushi Express.

Additional guest favorite destinations on board include the RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar and WaterWorks aquapark. Expect high-voltage theater shows from Playlist Productions at night and poolside interactive contests by day.

Who should go: Socially inclined cruisers who love Carnival's emphasis on onboard fun and can appreciate a colorful ship with a lively ambience and lots of day and evening activities.

Related: Best Hawaii cruise tips for getting the most from your island-hopping trip

Royal Caribbean's 9- to 13-night Hawaii Cruises

A megaship cruise experience to Hawaii is available, too — with pricing that's quite affordable. Royal Caribbean cruises there on two vessels in one of its newer classes of ships: the 4,180-passenger Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas.

All are one-way cruises just before or after the Alaska cruise season (so late April or early October) between Oahu and Vancouver (or vice versa). The ships call on two Hawaiian islands and spend four or five days in a row at sea. Passports are required since these itineraries begin or end in Vancouver.

Ovation of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas feature a mix of thrills for all ages. These include RipCord by iFly simulated sky diving, FlowRider simulated surfing, bumper car racing in the SeaPlex indoor activity complex and the North Star sightseeing capsule, which ascends 300 feet above the top deck for 360-degree views.

Both ships also offer 14 dining venues, including the innovative Wonderland, Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver and kid-favorite Dog House, as well as bar options that include Schooner Bar for by-request piano tunes, Boleros for mojitos and merengue and Bionic Bar for drinks poured by robotic bartenders. Entertainment includes live cover bands in the Music Hall and multimedia music and dance performances in Two70.

Who should go: Cruisers who love a big ship with a wide array of dining choices, all kinds of evening entertainment and plenty of exciting activities to pass the time on sea days. Quantum-class ships are great for families, but the sail dates might not work for those with school-age kids.

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Viking's 16-night Hawaiian Islands Sojourn

For a guaranteed adults-only sailing in a relaxed, boutique-style setting, upscale cruise line Viking also offers round-trip Hawaii cruises from Los Angeles in late 2024 and early 2025 on its 930-passenger Viking Neptune.

What sets Viking apart from most of the other lines offering Hawaii cruises is that it includes a free shore excursion in every port. These include a highlights tour of Honolulu and Pearl Harbor on Oahu and a visit to a scenic waterfall and the Kilohana sugar plantation on Kauai. Additional excursions can be booked at an extra charge.

The 16-night Hawaiian Islands Sojourn sailings visit four islands — Hawaii (Hilo), Oahu, Kauai and Maui — and like other round-trip sailings from the West Coast include 10 sea days and a call on Ensenada, Mexico, so passports are required.

Viking Neptune will also do 32-night Grand Hawaii and Polynesia sailings round-trip from Los Angeles in late 2024 and early 2025 that visit four islands in Hawaii and four in French Polynesia.

The ship, which debuted in 2022, features sleek Scandinavian-inspired decor, a soothing spa with a complimentary thermal area, an aft infinity pool and hot tub, a panoramic Explorer's Lounge and five onboard restaurants. Specialty restaurant Manfredi's serves an extensive menu of Italian specialties, while The Chef's Table offers rotating five-course themed menus, including Asian, French and California-inspired.

In addition to the free shore excursions, pricing includes complimentary wine or beer with lunch and dinner, specialty dining at no extra charge, crew gratuities and transfers.

Who should go: Couples who prefer the quieter ambience of a ship that doesn't allow anyone under 18 onboard, doesn't have a casino and offers presentations by regional experts that enhance immersion into local culture. Viking cruisers are generally over age 55.

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