Carnival Venezia is currently making her way across the Atlantic to her homeport in New York City and guests onboard are getting the first look at the fleet’s luxury brands and exclusive collections in its retail spaces.
Carnival Cruise Line partnered with Starboard Cruise Services to create an elevated shopping experience that embodies the “Carnival Fun Italian Style” spirit of Carnival Venezia.
“We are thrilled to bring the essence of Italy to life with fresh offerings under the newly unveiled ‘Carnival Fun Italian Style’ banner,” said Lisa Bauer, Starboard’s president and CEO. “The vibrant brand assortment aligns perfectly with the Carnival Venezia experience and reflects the fun atmosphere guests expect.“
Included in the “Carnival Fun Italian Style” shopping experiences are luxury boutiques and brands. The Cartier boutique will carry signature fragrances. There is a shop featuring TAG HEUER watches, and Bvlgari is onboard with even more fragrance and watch options. The Front Street Watches store is displaying pieces from Bremont, Gucci, Longines, Michele and Philip Stein. Also onboard is ICaftani which features print designs for purchase.
There is a dedicated leather shop featuring accessories and handbags designed by Marc Jacobs and Emporio Armani while the What Goes Around Comes Around store features pre-loved designer leather handbags and accessories.
Additionally, cruisers will have the opportunity to purchase exclusive collections. The Italian-inspired collections include Venezia Masquerade Accessories, Carnival Venezia Racing Stripes Collection, and Carnival Venezia Inaugural Collection.
Carnival Venezia is expected to arrive at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on June 13, 2023 where her naming ceremony with godfather Jay Leno will take place the next day. Then on June 15, 2023, she will begin sailing in the United States with a four-day cruise to Bermuda. Carnival Venezia will sail 22 itineraries from Manhattan Cruise Terminal to include 25 ports and 14 countries.