Beginning in 2014, family cruisers will have the opportunity to sail with the Cat-in-the-Hat, the Lorax, and other kids’ favorites in a brand-new “Seuss at Sea” program. Announced in early December 2013, this initiative brings together two brands known far and wide for their playful fun: Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Carnival Cruise Lines.
“Seuss at Sea” will eventually roll out to all of Carnival’s 24 ships over 18 months, starting with the Carnival Splendor in February 2014. The program includes a range of fun activities aimed at entertaining the entire family. The first sea day of every cruise will offer a “Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast” menu with items like crazy-colored pancakes, “moose juice,” and, of course, green eggs. A zany “Seuss-a-palooza Parade” featuring favorite Dr. Seuss characters will sweep up kids and parents in a conga line of dancing and singing. On select evenings, the crew will show animated movies like “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” on the lido deck.
When it is refurbished later in 2014, the Carnival Freedom will boast a dedicated play area, where kids can read books, play games, and enjoy colorful decor in the whimsical style of Dr. Seuss’ beloved stories. The Carnival Vista will offer a similar playscape when it launches in 2016.
Dr. Seuss is a natural match for Carnival, the line that popularized the “Fun Ship Freddy” mascot. Every year, the cruise line carries over 700,000 children to destinations all over the world. Incorporating a Dr. Seuss theme is just one more way Carnival strives to make its ocean vacations memorable for its family cruise passengers.
In announcing “Seuss at Sea,” Carnival continues a trend among cruise lines partnering with family-friendly cartoon brands. Disney Cruise Line has featured their classic characters since entering the cruise business in 1998. Norwegian Cruise Line teamed up with Nickelodeon in 2010 to offer entertainment featuring characters like SpongeBob SquarePants. That same year, Royal Caribbean also added DreamWorks characters, such as Shrek, to its lineup of activities.
