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From Frodo to Fiordland - Carnival Legend takes the Fun to New Zealand This Summer

CarnivalCruise Line is taking its legendary brand of family fun across the Tasman inJanuary, with guests set to enjoy a one-off, action-packed school holidaycruise to New Zealand.

DepartingSydney on January 7, 2017, the 10-night Carnival Legend cruise will call atthree New Zealand holiday hotspots, with the ship making Carnival's maidenvisit to Dunedin, as well as calling at the country's capital Wellington and Akaroain the South Island. Guests will also have the chance to witness the majesticbeauty of Fiordland National Park during a scenic cruise through its famousSounds.

Holidaymakerswill be able to enjoy plenty of family-friendly fun onshore, with Carnivaloffering a host of exciting excursions including a chance to follow in thefootsteps of the Lord of the Rings in Wellington, swim with Hector's Dolphinsin Akaroa and get close to nature during an off-road cross country tour whilein Dunedin.

CarnivalCruise Line Vice President Australia Jennifer Vandekreeke said Carnival's NewZealand cruise was a perfect option for adventurous families seeking analternative to a traditional flop and drop beach break this summer.

"NewZealand is a fantastic family destination with plenty of outdoor action onoffer for kids and parents alike, whether they want to get up close with thelocal wildlife or try a great adventure activity like sea kayaking around theOtago Peninsula from our latest destination Dunedin," Ms Vandekreeke said.

Familiesonboard the 2680-guest, 12-deck Carnival Legend will also be able to enjoyCarnival's renowned hospitality as they cross the Tasman, with the shipoffering more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges, as well as its popularGreen Thunder – the fastest and steepest waterslide at sea – and a splash park,sports court and mini-golf. Entertainment includes world class productionsshows as well as offerings unique to Carnival like Hasbro, The Game Show andthe whimsical Seuss at Sea program.

Thecruise will be the only opportunity for Carnival guests to sail to NewZealand's shores in 2017, with the cruise line due to next return to thecountry in January 2018.

Fareson the 10-night cruise start from $1890* per person twin share.

Formore information and bookings call 13 31 94 or visit www.carnival.com.au

AboutCarnival Cruise Line

CarnivalCruise Line is the largest cruise line in the world with more than four and ahalf million guests travelling every year. The cruise line has two shipsdeployed in Australia, Carnival Spirit – the largest and newest cruise ship tobe based in Sydney year round – and sister ship Carnival Legend, sailing fromSydney each summer. With 45 activities to enjoy each day, both ships offerfun-loving families and couples memorable and great value holidays.

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