Carnival Corporation has announced a new multi-ship order for its first-ever liquefied natural gas-powered cruise ships.

The company is scheduled to take delivery of two 180,000-gross-registered-ton cruise ships in 2020 and 2022 which will be the largest in the company’s fleet.

Both ships will be powered by the company’s “green cruising” design, and will mark the first time an LNG-powered cruise ship is based in North America.

The ships, which will have an approximate capacity of 5,200, are being built by Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku.

“This new ship order signifies an extraordinarily exciting future for Carnival Cruise Line and the opportunities that lie ahead to introduce a variety of magnificent new features and innovations to further enhance our outstanding guest experience,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “We are also thrilled to be introducing Carnival Corporation’s ‘green cruising’ design platform to North America. Both of these ships will be fully powered at sea and in port by Liquefied Natural Gas, which is the world’s cleanest burning fossil fuel. These ships are being designed for maximum energy efficiency and environmental friendliness.”

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Antigua is a different kind of all-inclusive destination: its resorts are less crowded, but more luxurious and more intimate. They’re discerning resorts for discerning travelers. So choosing the best one isn’t easy, whether you’re looking for an ultra-boutique like Hermitage Bay or a clubby family resort like Curtain Bluff. But one Antigua All-Inclusive resort flies above the rest: The Galley Bay and Resort and Spa. The island’s signature all-inclusive is about the essence of Caribbean fantasy, from toes-in-the-sand rooms to rum shacks to stunning vistas, all set on one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches. Here’s why.

Simply put, Galley Bay is a quiet retreat, a place to find oneness with the Caribbean’s natural environment, all in a comfortable luxury hideaway, from its flagship Gauguin cottages to the fine dining at Ismay’s on the beach.

A toes-in-the-sand room at Antigua’s Galley Bay resort.

Simply put, this is the Best Antigua All-Inclusive Resort.

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It’s one of the world’s greatest beaches: Rendezvous Bay in Anguilla. It’s got perfect white sand, calm, lapping waves and soaring views of the green hills of nearby French St Martin. Here’s a quick trip to paradise.

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United has named Scott Kirby its new president, just a few days after Kirby finished his tenure as president of American Airlines.

In the newly-created role, Kirby will assume responsibility for United’s operations, marketing, sales, alliances, network planning and revenue management.

Kirby’s departure had been announced last week by American, where he was succeeded by Chief Operating Officer Robert Isom; he had served as president since the merger of American and US Airways in 2013.

Kirby will report to United CEO Oscar Munoz.

“Scott is a proven leader, whose deep airline experience and expertise will further accelerate our efforts to build the best airline in the industry,” Munoz said. “Scott’s appointment, along with other recent leadership announcements, is the culmination of the formation of my senior leadership team. This is just the latest step in our mission to be an agile and innovative industry leader.”

United has been expanding its Caribbean network in the last year.

— Caribbean Journal Staff

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The IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has named a new head of operations for the English-speaking Caribbean.

The organization has named Judith Green to the role, in which she will be responsible for coordinating the IFC’s program of investments and advisory services in countries including Belize, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Suriname, and Trinidad & Tobago.

Green, a native of Jamaica, will be based in Kingston.

“Judith brings tremendous professional experience and a deep knowledge of the Caribbean market,” said Luc Grillet, the IFC’s senior manager for Central and the Caribbean. “Through her leadership, we look forward to continuing our strong track record in the region, serving our clients and providing opportunities where they are needed most.”

The IFC’s clients in the Caribbean supported almost 30,000 jobs last year.

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