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Princess Connoisseur Voyages Feature In-Depth Exploration of Africa
and India in 2006-07

Pacific Princess Sails on 25-Day or Longer Adventures to World's Most
Intriguing Destinations

SANTA CLARITA, CA
Adventurous cruisers wanting to sail between continents and to visit
some of the globe's most intriguing destinations, will delight in
Princess' extended Connoisseur Voyages to Africa and India in 2006-07.
The intimate, 670-passenger Pacific Princess will offer several unique
journeys of 25 days or longer to ports on multiple continents,
offering travelers the opportunity to go on safari in Kenya, meet the
Xhosa people in South Africa, experience the unique cultures of West
Africa, or enjoy the beauty of Indian Ocean islands such as Réunion
and Mauritius.

"These special Connoisseur Cruises truly do offer our passengers
adventures they'll remember for a lifetime," said Jan Swartz, senior
vice president of customer service and sales for Princess. "India and
Africa are on many people's travel wish lists, and we have years of
experience taking passengers to these exotic destinations complete
with the comfort of Princess' famed service, multiple dining options
and private balconies."

The four upcoming Africa and India voyages on Pacific Princess
include:

Africa/India/Southeast Asia -- A 27-day journey combining the intrigue
of Asia with the adventure of Africa. Pacific Princess sails from
Bangkok to Cape Town on September 16, 2006 for a cruise to Ho Chi Minh
City, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Chennai (India), Colombo (Sri Lanka),
Seychelles Islands, Mombasa, Zanzibar and Durban. In Kenya's Mombassa
passengers can choose an optional overnight safari to the famed Tsavo
National Park to view the local wildlife.

Indian Ocean & Australia -- Returning by popular demand, this 28-day
voyage from Cape Town to Sydney takes passengers to East London (South
Africa), Durban, Nosy Bé (Madagascar), Réunion Island, Mauritius,
Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne and Tasmania. The cruise departs on October
13, 2006.

West Africa & South America -- Combining the Caribbean, South America
and West Africa in one 28-day journey, Pacific Princess sets sail from
Ft. Lauderdale to Cape Town on March 9, 2007. Passengers will enjoy
ports of call at St. Kitts, Dominica, Trinidad, Devil's Island,
Fortaleza (Brazil), Dakar (Senegal), Tema (Ghana), Lomé (Togo), and
Walvis Bay and Lüderitz in Namibia.

Africa/India/Southeast Asia -- Similar to the September sailing, this
25-day version from Cape Town to Singapore featuring calls at Durban,
Zanibar, Mombassa, the Seychelles Islands, Colombo, Chennai and Kuala
Lumpur. Passengers on this cruise may also opt to view the lions,
zebras, giraffes, elephants and other wildlife in Kenya's Tsavo
National Park with an overnight safari. The cruise departs on April 6,
2007.

Passengers will travel on the line's popular Pacific Princess,
offering a the line's trademark "big ship choice" in a smaller, more
intimate cruise environment providing many of the onboard options that
have become Princess trademarks. Passengers will find a wide variety
of dining experiences including alternative dining options that
include Princess' renowned Sabatini's trattoria and the premium
Sterling Steakhouse. And, with 92 percent outside staterooms -- with
over two-thirds of these including a private balcony -- the vessel
provides the perfect venues for enjoying the scenery of these exotic
ports.

Early booking fares for Africa & India Connoisseur Cruises begin at
$3,745 per person, based on double occupancy, for a 25-day sailing.
Additional information is available through a professional travel
agent.


About Princess Cruises:One of the best -known names in cruising,
Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet
of 14 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array
of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an
environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in
worldwide cruising, Princess offers its passengers the opportunity to
escape to the top destinations around the globe, with sailings to all
seven continents, ranging in length from seven to 30 days. The
company, which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2005, is part of
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

Princess Cruises is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines.
Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland
America, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, Windstar Cruises and The Yachts
of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment
to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of
lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer exciting and enriching
cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.