Carnival Cruise Line has always given military veterans special recognition on its ships. That's not limited to American military members, both active and retired; it also includes Canadian military members and veterans.
The cruise line recognizes these brave men and women on every sailing.
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"The biggest kudos come during the cruise: at the Military Appreciation Gathering. Here we not only honor their courage and commitment...but of course, that of their families too. We hold this event on absolutely every cruise — always during Military Appreciation Day — and everyone’s welcome to come and show their support," the cruise line shared on its website.
Carnival (CCL) also offers special recognition to the longest-serving military member in the room. That passenger "brings home a special hero coin, while all members leave with a commemorative pin," it added.
Many Carnival ships also offer the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge.
"There’s a place in our heart for heroes…and now there’s a spot to salute them! We’re talking about the military folks you can count on to take a mission that matters and get it done. You’ll find proof of our commitment to them on board at Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge, an ongoing recognition of sacrifices made by Armed Services personnel and their families," according to Carnival.
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Carnival offers a special Veteran's Day drink
A day before Veterans' Day, Carnival Cruise Line decided to offer a special drink onboard. Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald shared a message he received from the cruise line's vice president of beverage operations.
Here is what he sent me:
John,
Nov 11th is Veterans Day in the US. To recognize that we have special cocktail that is available at all of our Heroes Bars onboard.
Heroes Tribute Martini Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Good Boy Vodka
- 1 oz. St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
- 1 oz. Cranberry Juice
- 0.5 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
- Top with Domaine Ste. Michelle (1 oz) OR any other sparkling wine
- Garnish with a lemon wedge
"Carnival does the BEST Veteran's Day tributes on 11/11, in addition to the veterans' gatherings on every sailing. Better than any other cruise line I've sailed," Lauran Henshaw shared.
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Gloria Lanhardt agrees.
"Seriously, we love how Carnival honors the military. My husband was Coast Guard starting back in 1969 serving 13 years. It could be a hard life some days but a very rewarding one that he loved very much. He goes to every get-together on the ship. Thank you to all who served," she wrote.
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