Carnival (NYSE:CCL) & plc is a global leisure travel company that operates cruise lines and related vacation businesses. Its cruise brands serve travelers in North America, Europe, Australia, and other international markets, offering ocean voyages to destinations throughout the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, Asia, Australia, and other regions.
The company’s brand portfolio includes Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Cunard, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises, and P&O Cruises Australia. These brands provide a range of cruise experiences, from contemporary family-oriented vacations to premium and luxury travel, across ships with accommodations, dining, entertainment, recreational activities, and shore excursions.
Carnival traces its origins to Carnival Cruise Lines, founded in 1972 by Ted Arison. The company expanded through acquisitions and brand development, becoming one of the largest cruise operators in the world. Carnival Corporation & plc has a dual-listed corporate structure, with shares traded in the United States and the United Kingdom. Micky Arison serves as chairman, and Josh Weinstein serves as chief executive officer.
