As a component of a continuous push to cater to the guests variety of tastes with an abundance of choices at sea, Carnival Cruise Line is absolutely changing its shipboard shopping experience with remodelled spaces and famous items from a segment of the world’s best-known retailers, including Victoria’s Secret, Swarovski, Pandora, TAG and others.
As per Carnival’s Vice President of Retail William Butler, the updated retail venues and extended offerings are the consequence of periods of escalated research and information gathering to modify its onboard shopping choices to coordinate the inclinations of Carnival guests.
“We’re committed to enhancing every aspect of our operations – which includes, of course, onboard shopping – and our expanded and enhanced retail offerings provide guests with an opportunity to enjoy some ‘retail therapy’ and take home a unique and memorable keepsake from their Carnival vacation,” he said.
Here’s a breakdown on a portion of the numerous new offerings accessible over the fleet:
Effy (12 ships) – one of the biggest manufactures of fine jewellry in the U.S., Effy’s tax- and duty-free items highlight a lifetime guarantee and run the gamut from colored gemstones and diamonds to tanzanite and other top notch items.
Swarovski (25 ships) – one of the world’s driving forces of fashion jewellry offering custom jewellry, pearls, sterling silver and more.
TAG (24 ships) – a leading manufacturer of top of the line extravagant timepieces, TAG’s advancing line of fine watches are worn by famous people and sport stars the world over.
Invicta (25 ships) – this top of the line retailer offers a full line of fashion watches with many distinct jewellry, trinkets, T-shirts, real expressions and specialties made by neighborhood craftsmans.
Pandora (10 ships) – the nation’s top costume jewelry provider offers a selection of custom bracelets, rings, necklaces, and charms, including, appropriately enough, some tied to a vacation theme with cruise ships, palm trees and sandals.
Victoria’s Secret (22 ships) – purveyor of high-class beauty products offering an assortment of well known items and accessories, including mists, lotions and perfumes, with convenient displays divided by the categories of Prestige, VS Fantasies and Rollerballs.
Los Cincos Soles (4 ships) – this Mexican-themed retailer offers sterling silver jewelry, souvenirs, T-shirts, authentic arts and crafts created by local artisans.
Furthermore, the line’s Cherry on Top desserts shops offering mass confections, novelty items and clothing are as of now accessible on 20 ships.
Carnival’s shipboard retail encounter has additionally been improved with fun activities, special promotions, and giveaways, in-store parties and more. Select ships likewise highlight stand-alone kiosks with “wearable tech” extras that incorporate the most recent wellness trackers, pedometers, and heart rate screens by brands like Fossil and others. Carnival has made a significant investment in digital marketing across the fleet directing guests to marquee retail events and upcoming deals during their cruise.
Over the previous year, Carnival has totally revamped the shopping outlets on Carnival Sensation, Carnival Elation, Carnival Conquest and Carnival Valor with Carnival Victory, Carnival Fascination, Carnival Legend and Carnival Paradise booked for retail renovations in the coming year.
The new Carnival Horizon, set to make a big appearance in spring 2018, will take the line’s retail offerings to the following level with the line’s biggest, most detailed and different shopping knowledge to date with two decks of shops, boutiques and presentations including top-name retailers.
