Mayor Stimpson issues statement on Carnival Cruise Lines
Feb 4th, 2022
- February 4, 2022 -
For Immediate Release:
Mayor Stimpson issues statement on Carnival Cruise Lines
"Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy contacted me yesterday evening to share that they will be halting cruises out of Mobile from October 15, 2022, through September of 2023. In her message, she relayed that Carnival is planning on returning to Mobile after adjusting its operations in 2023.
We are obviously very disappointed with this news. However, we are confident in our relationship with Carnival and its leadership moving forward. Christine Duffy is planning to be in Mobile to personally welcome guests and celebrate the company’s 50th Anniversary with us when cruises resume on March 5, 2022 — further signaling their commitment to the City of Mobile and our port.
Despite the recent news, we remain excited about the resumption of cruises between March and October, which will provide a needed shot in the arm for the dozens of businesses that serve the guests who come to cruise out of Mobile. The focus of our staff and the City’s leadership will continue to be providing the best service we can for any cruise liner that wishes to operate out of Mobile." — Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson