03 July 2026
Carnival Cruise Line Hosts America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration in Tampa
Carnival Cruise Line hosted a celebration on Thursday honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary aboard the Carnival Paradise at Port Tampa Bay.
Carnival welcomed local community partners, veterans, business leaders and government officials to commemorate the historic milestone and reinforce Carnival’s deep connection to the Tampa community.
“As America’s cruise line, we’re proud to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in our homeport cities,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “We’re bringing people together to honor our nation, celebrate the local community and thank those who protect our freedom.”