the growth of the cruise-line industry? Answer: The global forces which have contributed to the growth of the cruise-line industry are- * Technological advance: the birth of industry was a direct respond to the technological advance in air travel that made liner travel less attractive to business people due the cost and time factors. * Market liberalization and international cooperation: the liberalization of cross border trade and resource movement had allowed the cruise line industry to
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For Reservations & Information 1-800-543-1915 International Callers | Business Hours Hi Chiquita, On Carnival Cruises, your cruise fare includes the following: Your Time Dining available in the main dining rooms from 5:45pm-9:30pm Casual Lido Buffets, offering grill stations, NY style delis, salad bars, carving stations, stir fry, seafood, pasta and desserts! Complimentary sushi bar (on most ships) 24/7 complimentary room service serving pizza, calzone, Caesar salad, ice cream and
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Dedicated employees most of the time work hard for their corporation and enjoy the work they do for that company. Employees tend to work more hours and are passionate about the brand they represent. Working for the cruise industry, for example, Carnival Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Lines are all huge corporations that have employees who enjoy their job. These companies present challenges and fun assignments while preforming the job. With every corporation comes changes, changes which help
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Introduction The cruise-line industry has changed drastically over the past several years. What was once thought of as a luxury to most people, is now affordable and convenient. The industry now focuses on targeting the working middle class, as well as the upper class. One cruise-line in particular, Carnival, has mastered the informal cruise for the mass market. Carnival offers numerous cruises that are inexpensive and exciting. Nevertheless, Carnival operates internationally with shipyards and
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Exhibit 1 Annual Passengers Year Carnival Passegers Carried Anual Growth CLIA Lines Passegers Carried Anual Growth 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 1035037 1185588 1343356 1517330 1535359 1837764 2044563 2290801 2482231 2854476 3037948 15,33% 14,55% 13,31% 12,95% 1,19% 19,7% 11,25% 12,04% 8,36% 15% 6,43% 4448000 4378000 4656000 5051000 5428000 5894000 6882000 6906000 7640000 8300000 8980000 -0,71% -1,57% 6,35% 8,48% 7,46% 8,59% 16,76% 0,35% 10,63% 8,64%
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Report on Strategic Management by Diana Romanova 100878 Strategy & Communication EHM3.SC-02 December 10, 2012 Abstract The purpose of the report is to discuss the current strategy of the Carnival Corporation, the world leader in the cruise industry. Based on the external and internal situation analysis the new growth strategy is formulated. The recommendations on the strategy implementation and evaluation are provided by terms of the various strategic theories and models. The projected internationalization
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Analysis of the Financial Statements of Star Cruises Limited Executive Summary Star Cruises Limited provides cruise service to the Asia-Pacific region as well as certain investment into resorts and casinos in Macau as well as in Philippines. The year 2008 was an eventful year for Star Cruises Limited (Star Cruises), with events such as the overwhelming financial crisis which had affected Star Cruises, as well as the deemed disposal of the Norwegian Cruise Line Corporation Ltd (NCLC), where NCLC
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Step 1 Vision statement Our vision is to empower and enable our Employees to deliver the best vacation experience for our Guests, thereby generating superior returns for our shareholders and enhancing the well-being of our Communities. Mission statement We always provide services with a friendly greeting and smile. We anticipate the needs of our customers. We take ownership of any problem that is brought to our attention. We are loyal to Royal Caribbean and Celebrity
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The Costa Concordia Disaster Molly Howe Southern New Hampshire University Abstract This case study examines the Costa Concordia disaster in the context of organizational behavior. It will provide an analysis on the following issues: the breakdown of communication, to much group cohesion resulting in groupthink, lack of strong leadership, and the lack of good decision-making. These issues resulted in the accident and the unnecessary loss of life. This case study will also look at possible solutions
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