In travel news for May 4, 2023 we talk about a new limited time promotion from the Luxury Cruise line Seabourn, the U.S. Government not extending the deadline for aircraft to be 5G compliant, and Carnival Cruise Line sales for sailings on the Carnival Spirit.
Seabourn Unveils Exciting Offers for Luxury Cruises in 2023-24: A Treat for Travelers
Seabourn, a Luxury Cruise line, has introduced two limited-time promotions for 2023-24 voyages, available for booking through July 10, 2023. The "Bon Voyage Event" offers a two-category Veranda Suite upgrade, a 10% deposit reduction, and up to $2,000 per person air credit on select itineraries. The "Finale Sail" promotion provides up to 30% savings on select suite categories for last-minute bookings on specific 2023 and 2024 sailings. While these promotions cannot be combined, they can be used alongside other ongoing offers. Seabourn President Natalya Leahy emphasized the exceptional ultra-luxury experience guests can expect onboard, including impeccable service and world-class culinary experiences.
Deadline for 5G-Related Airplane Upgrades Holds Firm: What Travelers Need to Know
The US administration has confirmed that the July 1 deadline for airlines to upgrade airplane altimeters to prevent potential interference from 5G wireless technology will not be extended. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg urged airlines to aggressively retrofit their planes. The FAA announced that planes lacking approved upgrades by the deadline might face diversion during low-visibility landings, and they will not receive approval to fly starting next year. Boeing assured that it will work to "ensure long-term stability and help mitigate operational restrictions." Travelers should be aware of potential flight disruptions during the busy summer travel season as airlines expedite the necessary upgrades.
Carnival Cruise Line Introduces Exciting 2024-25 Sailings from Mobile, Alabama
Carnival Cruise Line has opened sales for its 2024-25 cruises from Mobile, Alabama on Carnival Spirit, featuring a variety of Caribbean itineraries, including five-, six-, and eight-day cruises and a 12-day Carnival Journeys Southern Caribbean Cruise. Highlights include an eight-day Exotic Western Caribbean Cruise, an eight-day Bahamas Cruise, and a 12-day Carnival Journeys Cruise. Additionally, Carnival Spirit's newly opened Carnival Journeys sailings include a 15-Day Carnival Journeys Hawaii Cruise and a 16-Day Carnival Journeys Panama Canal Cruise. Carnival Spirit will begin homeporting in Mobile for the first time in October 2023, operating a series of six- and eight-day sailings from fall 2023 through spring 2024.