ProgRockCruiser Posted November 7, 2018 #1 Share Posted November 7, 2018 I haven't seen any chatter on this, so I thought I'd bring it up here (my apologies if this is already covered somewhere): John Heald has mentioned on his FB page that Carnival will be making some "big" announcement on 13 November (of 2018, for those reading this in the far future. Hello, people of the future! Do we have flying cars yet?) He has implied (or I have inferred) that it is something super fun, something along the lines of "they said yes". (Actually, this is the exact thing he wrote, now that I found his post.) "...news that I have been hoping to share with you for a couple of years now..." is in another of his posts. Anyone have any hints as to what he is hinting at? Sharing VIFP points across all Carnival Corp lines? Sailings to Greenland and Iceland? Enforced dress codes for true "formal nights" (not just "elegant night" any more), Yak rides on the Lido deck? 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser_1977 Posted November 7, 2018 #2 Share Posted November 7, 2018 I am hoping for Ferris Wheels and petting zoos...the "real" Carnival experience 🙂 3 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger0613 Posted November 7, 2018 #3 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Who would have to clean up after the yaks? 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgasaway Posted November 7, 2018 #4 Share Posted November 7, 2018 9 minutes ago, Tiger0613 said: Who would have to clean up after the yaks? The chair hogs. 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProgRockCruiser Posted November 7, 2018 Author #5 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Just now, mgasaway said: The chair hogs. ooh, good one! "Sorry sir/ma'am, if you want your personal belongings back you have to clean up a yak's-worth of droppings. Here is a shovel and a bag." 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bury me at sea Posted November 7, 2018 #6 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Not holding my breath. But will apologize if warranted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainbowflag Posted November 7, 2018 #7 Share Posted November 7, 2018 The Carnival beards said yes to eliminating Platinum and now you have to go from Gold to Diamond. Current Diamond guests will no longer get the free Steakhouse dinner for two but a contribution to Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital will still be made in their name. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1025cruise Posted November 7, 2018 #8 Share Posted November 7, 2018 I'm guessing the Iceland/Norway itinerary he's been trying to get, or that the Panorama will now sail a regular TA/TP with passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bury me at sea Posted November 7, 2018 #9 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Goodness knows my memory is faulty, at best. It seems to me one of the last times an announcement was slated for a future date, it involved an itinerary to Cuba that was pretty much bare boned, ridiculously expensive, and short lived. Or maybe it was the brilliant announcement of reducing platinum and gold level VIFP benefits. Life goes on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff92k7 Posted November 7, 2018 #10 Share Posted November 7, 2018 My guess (serious) is that is when they will finally announce the Carnival Reflection - the new XL ship coming in 2020 - as well as the dancing of the ships for 2020. The news that he has wanted to share for a couple of years would fit with the announcement of the new XL ship. Carnival Corp ordered those years ago. The first one, the Aida Nova, has already been delivered (or is finishing up now), and there is one or two more already under construction for other Carnival brands. The new Carnival brand XL ship is supposed to be the fourth one delivered. As far as the "they said yes" comment... I'm betting that is something different entirely and not directly related to any special Carnival news. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakersdozen12 Posted November 7, 2018 #11 Share Posted November 7, 2018 (edited) Based on past history of Carnival’s “exciting announcements” it will be the dancing of the ships. Which makes sense because now is the time that they should be announcing the rest of the 2020 itineraries. Edited November 7, 2018 by bakersdozen12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moviela Posted November 7, 2018 #12 Share Posted November 7, 2018 They are building a pier in Cleveland. Summer sailings only at first, but an ice breaker has been ordered. 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treyatl2006 Posted November 7, 2018 #13 Share Posted November 7, 2018 I thought it was on the 15th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillyFan33579 Posted November 8, 2018 #14 Share Posted November 8, 2018 There have been all sorts of predictions on Facebook. My guess is it will be something underwhelming like what they are adding to Panorama to replace the IMAX and Thrill Theater or he will announce his retirement to spend more time with his mother. A lot of people on Facebook believe it will include some kind of change to the VIFP program. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lottacruises Posted November 8, 2018 #15 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Hopefully it's something that the majority will enjoy and not some overhyped nonsense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chervil Posted November 8, 2018 #16 Share Posted November 8, 2018 I wonder if it has anything to do with this:https://www.twst.com/update/carnival-corporation-carnival-corporation-launches-cruise-joint-venture-in-china/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted November 8, 2018 #17 Share Posted November 8, 2018 16 minutes ago, Chervil said: I wonder if it has anything to do with this:https://www.twst.com/update/carnival-corporation-carnival-corporation-launches-cruise-joint-venture-in-china/ Sine it was already announced probably not. BTW since the new company has nothing really to do with CCL cannot see how it could be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wo5m Posted November 8, 2018 #18 Share Posted November 8, 2018 My bet is they will be announcing what will be replacing the IMAX on Panorama. Don't put too much stock in this but, my co-workers's collage friend's sister is dating a guy who's mother's Pastor's fitness trainer said the Panorama will feature the first Whirly Ball at sea!! What is Whierly Ball you ask?? Well its best described as "a combination of lacrosse, hockey, basketball, and bumper cars". Google it! Just imagine if it were true(its not), its just as fun to watch as it is to play. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare shof515 Posted November 8, 2018 #19 Share Posted November 8, 2018 39 minutes ago, wo5m said: My bet is they will be announcing what will be replacing the IMAX on Panorama. Don't put too much stock in this but, my co-workers's collage friend's sister is dating a guy who's mother's Pastor's fitness trainer said the Panorama will feature the first Whirly Ball at sea!! What is Whierly Ball you ask?? Well its best described as "a combination of lacrosse, hockey, basketball, and bumper cars". Google it! Just imagine if it were true(its not), its just as fun to watch as it is to play. i would much prefer to see a real life version of the video game rocket league instead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KmomChicago Posted November 8, 2018 #20 Share Posted November 8, 2018 I vote for them buying back a small ship and running Great Lakes cruises out of Cleveland. So I can drive to port and take 3 Voyages every year!! 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KmomChicago Posted November 8, 2018 #21 Share Posted November 8, 2018 13 hours ago, Moviela said: They are building a pier in Cleveland. Summer sailings only at first, but an ice breaker has been ordered. Yeah that seems so far fetched but combo vacations with Cedar Point and a 3 day cruise would be fantastic! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSHLOT Posted November 8, 2018 #22 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Maybe they will be adding Oprah Winfrey as the new spokeperson for CCL. lol Or maybe they will start handing out masks for non-smokers in the casino. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted November 8, 2018 #23 Share Posted November 8, 2018 (edited) Here's what I'm hoping for. The balcony doors will all be equipped with sensors that will record each time someone allows their balcony door to slam shut. The first time it happens, the occupant(s) will receive a letter asking that they kindly not allow this to happen. After the second offense, they will receive a letter stating that if this occurs one more time, the balcony door will be automatically locked, and that they will not have access to their balcony for the duration of the cruise, and that there will be NO compensation (financially or otherwise) for this. In addition, there will be a call button on the balcony to contact Security that someone has been locked out on their balcony. Edited November 8, 2018 by beachbum53 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseHealing Posted November 8, 2018 #24 Share Posted November 8, 2018 The announcement on the 12th will be that there will an announcement on the 13th. The big announcement on the 13th will be an announcement that will be more announcements in 2019! 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grillinchillin Posted November 8, 2018 #25 Share Posted November 8, 2018 My guess it is a change in tier plans! Why? Why not! Would not be surprised to see a new upper level Tier and some sort of timeframe to maintain a tier, not unlike <insert name here> Loyalty Program. That's how Airlines, Hotels and Casinos work (for the most part - please don't throttle me with all of the exceptions). Unless you are a "Million Miler" at Delta, it's all about what have you done for me lately and your Tier for next year is based on what you did this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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