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May 29, 2017: Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan
Japan turned on perfect weather for our day in Kyoto.
Nijo castle presented a fascinating insight into the life of a Shogun, who ruled Japan as a military dictators for over 700 years. The castle’s nightingale floors squeaked under foot as we viewed the stunning paintings of the famous Kano school lining the walls of the Shogun’s audience rooms.
Next stop was the famous Golden Pavilion or Kinkakuji temple which …

 
Following the history-making launch of cruises from the U.S. to Cuba on Carnival Corporation’s Fathom brand last year, the company’s namesake and largest cruise brand — Carnival Cruise Line — has now received approval to sail to Cuba.  The Cuban capital of Havana will be added to select Carnival Paradise voyages from Tampa beginning in June 2017.
The overnight visits to Havana will be featured on 12 four- and five-day cruises aboard Carnival Paradise departing from the Port of Tampa starting June 29, 2017, providing vacationers with a rare and exciting …

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SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (June 17, 2015) – Princess Cruises is joining the International Maritime Organization in celebrating the 5th annual Day of the Seafarer on June 25, which is also a United Nations international observance day. Day of the Seafarer brings awareness to and recognizes the world’s 1.5 million seafarers to thank them for their service and contribution during their career at sea.Around the world, there are organizations that support the well-being of seafaring crew by providing imp…
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