First-Ever 'Elvis Cruise' to Sail on August 30, 2007

"The Elvis Cruise," the first authentic specialty cruise that celebrates the music and life of the legendary Elvis Presley, will sail from Jacksonville, Florida on August 30, 2007 on Carnival Cruise Lines' Celebration for a 4-day cruise including Freeport and Nassau, The Bahamas.

The cruise is sponsored by both Carnival and St. Louis, Missouri-based Jazz Cruises, LLC, a provider of full-ship charter music cruises.

The one-of-a-kind voyage will be hosted by Jerry Schilling, longtime friend and confidant of the late Elvis Presley, and author of the book, Me and a Guy Named Elvis. Entertainment during the cruise will include live shows from artists who performed with Elvis and have been recognized for continuing his musical legacy, including the TCB Band, the Jordanaires, the Imperials, the Dempseys, Ronnie McDowell, Terry Mike Jeffrey & Band, Ruby Wilson and others.

Celebrating Elvis Presley's Musical Life and Career

“The Elvis Cruise” will celebrate the various phases of Elvis’ musical life and career and include tributes to Elvis’ performances in Memphis, Hawaii and Vegas, his dedication to Gospel and his gold hits. A number of themed events also will be featured, including an Elvis tribute contest, open to all guests, which will award $10,000 in prize money. Other activities will range from autograph and Q&A sessions with the musicians and hosts, to the Elvis Cruise T-Shirt Party, Elvis-themed bingo and more.

Carnival’s “Fun Ship” Celebration features a diverse selection of lounges, bars and nightspots, along with a health and fitness center, Wi-Fi Internet access, cellular phone service, and three pools, one of which features the line’s signature “Twister Waterslide.”

Three Restaurants on the Ship and a Poolside Eatery

The 1,486-passenger vessel also houses three restaurants, including two elegant main dining rooms with extensive menus and wine lists, and a poolside eatery offering a wide variety of cuisine, in addition to 24-hour pizza and self-serve ice cream/frozen yogurt. A sushi bar and complimentary 24-hour stateroom service are also available.

Jazz Cruises is currently accepting reservations for the upcoming “Elvis Cruise” aboard Carnival’s Celebration. Prices begin at $750 per person based on double occupancy and include all “Elvis Cruise” activities.

For additional information or to book, call Jazz Cruises, LLC at 1-800-704-3034 or visit www.theelviscruise.com.