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Carnival expands coastal cleanup effort across its fleet

Shipboard and shoreside teams joined port partners and community groups for cleanup operations during September.

Explora Journeys’ first ship carries up to 900 guests and features private terraces, four pools and six main restaurants.

The 2023-built Celebrity Cruises ship accommodates up to 3,260 guests and features 32 food-and-beverage experiences.

Fernando Pacheco says advance itinerary planning, local dialogue and onboard technology can help address tourism pressures in the Balearic Islands.