The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

Quick briefs on announcements, ships, destinations, drama, and unusually good fares.

Local residents wave off Carnival Sunshine from Sydney

Nichole Young and Florence Young greeted passengers from shore as the Carnival cruise ship departed the Port of Sydney on Thursday evening.

The bank retained its US$330 price objective after a reported 26% decline in the cruise company’s shares.

The company’s plans include Icon- and Discovery-class vessels, beach clubs, new entertainment and a multilevel family suite.

BofA Securities expects an initial EBITDA contribution and has upgraded Royal Caribbean from neutral to buy.