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Eater’s A Global Culinary Celebration at Pier 36 NYC-2026

In honor of soccer’s biggest weekend, Eater is hosting a one-day food extravaganza celebrating global cuisine.

Grab your soccer jersey and TSA-approved bottle of ranch, because Eater is hosting a sprawling, one-day-only culinary event — our largest ever! — To commemorate the biggest weekend in international soccer.

On Saturday, July 18 at Pier 36 in New York City,  Eater World’s Fare, an immersive, family-friendly event where food-lovers can congregate and eat their way through delicious representations of food from around the globe, prepared by heavy-hitter chefs and some of the most seasoned folks in the food game.

Eater’s World’s Fare borrows from the world’s fairs of old, which famously brought a vast array of nations together in the name of culture and innovation. We’re giving that idea a delicious update for a new generation —and a bigger appetite.

As Eater Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Wu says, “We wanted to create an experience that brings together the very best of food and sports, and celebrate the many, many communities that make up this city, at a time when all eyes are on New York.”

Eater World’s Fare tickets started at $30, granting Fare-goers access to 30+ dishes by many of Eater’s favorite chefs from across the country. Consider your matchday squad stacked with the likes of Golden Diner, Mokbar, Caffe Panna, and Win Son Bakery; expect Charles Pan Fried Chicken, Banh Anh Em, Sally’s Apizza, and dozens of other Eater-fave restaurants, all with specialty dishes available for purchase. Plus, all guests can score 10+ complimentary bites and wander through interactive fan experiences thanks to brand partners including Cathay Pacific, Square, Maruchan, Milagro Tequila, Dole, San Pellegrino, Edible Arrangements, Lifeway Kefir, and Manhattan Beer.

A limited number of VIP tickets permitted entry to an exclusive lounge presented by award-winning airline Cathay Pacific. VIPs received access to complimentary culinary creations from Dominique Ansel, South Philly Barbacoa, Sushi Noz, and the Jose Andres Group’s Mercado Little Spain — oh, and an open bar.

Attendees had an experience with Gourmega, a dining pop-up from the acclaimed Ghetto Gastro collective, showcasing small and local NYC businesses powered by Square. Dole offered a tropical smorgasbord of its world-famous pineapple juice, refreshing fruit bowls, and other juicy favorites. Morton Salt handed out tote bags and offer different varieties of salt as toppings.

Official event waters Sanpellegrino and Acqua Panna will be complementing the food, and presenting flavors of Sanpellegrino CIAO! Sparkling water.

There was a pitch-side concession stand by Edible Arrangements doling out free fruit and baked goodies, as well as an interactive soccer challenge using a larger-than-life, inflatable Lifeway Kefir bottle by Lifeway Foods. (Wash down all the excitement with complimentary probiotics.).

It was a very well attended event thousands of people in attendance from all over the world, some wearing their soccer jerseys, where everyone was getting ready for the Argentina VS Spain final (Which Spain won by one goal , winning their 2nd FIFA Cup.

It was a soccer atmosphere, with different signage and design at PIER 36. It definitely was great all the foods from around the world.

I enjoyed Sally’s Pizza from New Haven Connecticut, it was a small pie, tasted so fresh and one of the best pizza’s I have tasted for a long time.

The Executive Chef and Director of Culinary at the legendary Sally’s Apizza in New Haven, Connecticut, Bret Lunsford, went on to say, they have been in business since 1936,  four locations in Connecticut and 2 more locations in  Massachusetts.

Mr Lunsford went on to say, we have other food and dishes to offer our customers. If you are in Connecticut next time, do make a stop at Sally’s Apizza, and tell them World Liberty TV, sent you.

Thousands of people in attendance, I enjoyed myself very much trying many desserts, and food dishes, it was our first time at Eater World’s Fare event we look forward to attending future events.

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Social Commerce Summit New York, Sony Hall -2026

By: Gloria Smith, Associate Editor for World Liberty TV Senior leaders from top consumer brands, agencies, and commerce companies gathered for a one-day summit focused on what is driving growth in social commerce. The people building social commerce's next chapter came to New York, NY on July 16th. Social Commerce...
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Eight Annual Peruvian Day Parade & Festival Jackson Heights NY -2026

BY: Adal Hussain, Chief  Editor for World Liberty TV, @ 37th Ave & 69th St Jackson Heights  Queens NY, Sun July 12th  2026

The 2026 theme is “Peruvian Heart, Hispanic Soul: Millennia of Culture, One Single Community.”

The International Peruvian Parade of New York (International Peruvian Festival) marches down 37th Avenue every summer as the centerpiece of Jackson Heights’ Peruvian Independence celebration. If you want to feel Peru’s culture without leaving New York City, this is where to go.International Peruvian Parade 2026, 37th Avenue from 69th to 87th St Jackson Heights, Queens Sun, July 12, 2026 | 12noon.

Some of the Honorees and guests included; Mariana Lopez is Madrina Internacional,,NIcole Maguina Urbano is Reina Cultural,  Ashley Misaray is Reina del Club Libertad en Nueva York,  Almendra Barrón is Miss Huacho 2026,  La Cuya Huachana Bailarina (Guinea Pig mascot) is marching,  Giselle Vanegas is a Queen Candidate, Crystal Lino is a Queen Candidate and  Jennifer Pajuelo is a Queen Candidate.

The International Peruvian Parade is the signature event of the broader International Peruvian Festival, Jackson Heights’ Peruvian Independence celebration timed near Peru’s national holiday on July 28.

Alongside the parade, the festival includes a Queen Coronation and a Floral Altar, drawing marchers and spectators from across Queens and beyond.

Its mission is simple: introduce New Yorkers of every background to Peruvian folklore, music, and history, while giving the local Peruvian community a stage to celebrate where they come from.

Dance troupes, community organizations, and local dignitaries march together along 37th Avenue, filling the avenue with color.

Past editions of the parade have brought out thousands of spectators, many of them Peruvian New Yorkers reconnecting with home, alongside neighbors from Colombia, Ecuador, and beyond who join in the celebration.

Ahead of the parade, the festival holds a Queen Coronation, a press conference, coronation, and reception that kicks off the celebration with formality and pride. It’s typically held at a local Peruvian restaurant in the neighborhood.

Beauty contests are popular in Latin America, but this isn’t just about beauty. It’s also about understanding Peruvian culture and being able to represent the community.

Adela Nicole Salas is Miss Perú New York 2026. She is also a candidate for Miss Perú Universo.

The Floral Altar, The Floral Altar on Calle Perú adds a quieter, more reflective note to the festival, honoring Peruvian tradition through flowers and community gathering.

The highlight of the parade was live Llamas and alpacas, total four of them were in attendance at the parade, as well as marching people were very happy to see them, as they took pictures with them as well as petted them.

Llamas and alpacas dressed in colorful costumes is a common sight in Andean towns. Though it feels very “touristy” there is a longstanding cultural tradition to dress up these animals that symbolize power, respect and reverence among indigenous people of Peru.

There were six beautiful stallions from SAGASTUME’S Ranch from Windsor in Connecticut. These stallions were from Netherlands, and Spain.

They are show horses, well groomed, looking very fit and pretty and taking steps and walking in style. They marched in the parade many people taking pictures and getting a glimpse of these beautiful animals.

The parade had thousands of people in attendance, from all over the USA, and Peru in attendance to be part of this wonderful Peruvian celebration.

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8th Annual Peruvian Parade and Festival Jackson Heights NY -2026

BY: Liliana Rocio, Senior Editor for World Liberty TV, @ 37th Ave & 69th St Jackson Heights Queens NY, Sun July 12th 2026 The 2026 theme is “Peruvian Heart, Hispanic Soul: Millennia of Culture, One Single Community.” The International Peruvian Parade of New York (International Peruvian Festival) marches down...
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NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller Center NYC- July 2026

Opening today, the NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller Center becomes the global gathering place for soccer fans and the heart of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ celebration.

Rockefeller Center brings together 14 FIFA commercial partners to celebrate the world’s game at New York City’s most iconic destination.

The Fan Village will feature live match broadcasts, the exclusive FIFA Museum presented by Hyundai, fan activities and giveaways, photo moments, programmed events, specialty food and drink, official FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise shops, and more.

The Fan Village is open Monday, July 6 through Sunday, July 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET on match days and 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET on non-match days.

Featured Experiences: The Pitch featuring Live Spanish-Language Match Broadcasts by Telemundo

At the heart of the Fan Village, The Rink at Rockefeller Center is transformed into a first-of-its kind soccer field and live match viewing destination with daily broadcasts from Telemundo on jumbo 26-foot LED screens. Between matches, fans can experience youth clinics, movie nights, themed games, and more.

Champions’ Garden: Rockefeller Center’s Channel Gardens has been transformed into Champions’ Garden, a tribute to the eight championship-winning nations that have hoisted the FIFA World Cup™ trophy, celebrating the history and spirit of the tournament with a photo exhibition curated by the FIFA Museum.

The experience features oversized soccer inspired installations created in collaboration with the LEGO Group and viral florist Mr. Flower Fantastic.

Global Fan Plaza: Across Rockefeller Plaza, multiple fan engagement pop-ups will bring the energy of the World Cup to life through interactive experiences, giveaways, photo moments, games, food and beverage offerings, and fan-driven activities.

Top of the Rock, NYNJ World Cup 26 Official Viewpoint: Top of the Rock Observation Deck features a NYNJ World Cup 26 Official Viewpoint experience, taking fans 70 floors above Manhattan for live Spanish-language match broadcasts, exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise discounts, special photo moments, fan giveaways, and more.

The FIFA Museum Presented by Hyundai: The FIFA Museum presented by Hyundai Motor Company brings the special exhibition “Legacies of Champions” to Rockefeller Center through July 19, celebrating nearly a century of FIFA World Cup™ history.

Hyundai’s longstanding journey with FIFA will also be showcased. Admission is free with a timed-entry ticket, and priority access can also be added to Top of the Rock tickets purchased through July 19.

There is so many companies who are sponsoring major events, during NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller Center.

The good thing is that all these events are free, everyone can have a FIFA 2026, experience.

ABOUT ROCKEFELLER CENTER: For more than 90 years, Rockefeller Center has been a global icon in the heart of New York City. Conceived by John D. Rockefeller Jr. as a “city within the city,” the Center comprises 13 buildings connected by an underground concourse.

Under the stewardship of owner and operator Tishman Speyer, the Center has become the city’s most dynamic place to work, play, dine, shop, and celebrate.

Rockefeller Center is home to New York’s leading attractions including The Rink, offering ice skating from

October to March each year; and the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, featuring two experiences: The Beam, recreating the iconic 1932 photo, and SKYLIFT, elevating visitors on an open-air glass platform three stories above 30 Rock’s 70th-floor rooftop for unrivaled, unobstructed 360-degree views.

Live entertainment is offered throughout the year across NBC Studios, Radio City Music Hall, the Today Show Summer Concert Series, and iNDIEPLAZA by Rough Trade.

The Center stretches along Fifth Avenue and offers nearly 50 shops on two levels for discerning shoppers seeking the best in global and local brands. The Center is also a coveted retail destination for families and kids, featuring flagship stores from LEGO, FAO Schwarz, Nintendo, and McNally Jackson.

The Channel Gardens at Rockefeller Center, located between Fifth Avenue and The Rink, offer a thoughtfully curated retail experience.

Lined with vibrant seasonal plantings and fountains, this elegant corridor is home to distinguished brands including Aesop, Tiffany & Co., and Todd Snyder—creating a distinctive shopping destination in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

Hailed by The New York Times as the “Restaurant Event of the Year,” the Center is home to restaurants by Michelin-starred and James Beard-winning chefs such as NARO, Le Rock, and Jupiter, as well as casual eateries such as Daily Provisions, Ace’s Pizza, and Black Seed Bagels. Rockefeller Center is also home to Under 30 Rock, a curated collection of day-to-night restaurants, bars, takeaway counters and shops under 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

The varied selection of dining options includes affordable destinations from family-friendly spots to lively bars.

Located on Rockefeller Center’s Rink Level, just steps from the iconic skating rink and accessible via the Rockefeller Center subway stop and elevators on the north and south side of the main plaza, Under 30 Rock is a microcosm of New York City’s vibrant and diverse dining options.

About the New York New Jersey 2026 World Cup Host Committee

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ New York New Jersey Host Committee: Is the local organizing body responsible for delivering eight FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches in the NYNJ region, including the Final match.

The organization coordinates between key city and state stakeholders and FIFA to ensure world-class planning and delivery of infrastructure, facilities and services.

The committee’s goal is to create the most engaging, accessible and impactful FIFA World Cup 2026™ experience for all fans, athletes, partners and NYNJ communities.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises: NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others.

The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico.

Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences.

Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media.

The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup™ and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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Curaçao Southern Caribbean Tour May 2026

By: Dr. Adal Hussain (AKA) Dr. Abbey, Travel Editor@ Large for World Liberty TV We had the pleasure of touring Curaçao southern Caribbean, you will learn the history of this beautiful island, historic locations, beaches, food, entertainment and much more. Curaçao is a southern Caribbean island and constituent country...
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Grand Bahama island In Bahamas Tour Celebration Key – May 2026

By: Dr. Adal Hussain (AKA) Dr. Abbey, Travel Editor @ Large for World Liberty TV A new exclusive destination from Carnival, nestled on the south side of Grand Bahama Island, that's designed for Carnival guests. It’s perfect for adults, families with kids… everybody who appreciates fun and natural beauty. Get...
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Aruba Southern Caribbean Tour May 2026

By: Dr. Adal Hussain (AKA) Dr. Abbey, Travel Editor@ Large for World Liberty TV We had the pleasure of traveling to Aruba Southern Caribbean. In May 2026, we will share more information and history of Aruba and also some of the destinations we attended in Aruba. Aruba is most...
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Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Tour May 2026

By: Dr. Adal Hussain (AKA) Dr. Abbey, Travel Editor@ Large for World Liberty TV St. Thomas, a primary island of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, is a 32-square-mile volcanic island known for its stunning harbors and rugged, hilly terrain. Located about 40 miles east of Puerto...
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Grand Bahama island In Bahamas- May 2026

A new exclusive destination from Carnival, nestled on the south side of Grand Bahama Island, that’s designed for Carnival guests.

It’s perfect for adults, families with kids… everybody who appreciates fun and natural beauty.

Get ready for unforgettable experiences like a mile-long white sand beach, the largest freshwater lagoons in the Caribbean† and five “portals” for you to enjoy.

Paradise Plaza™ will be the first portal to explore, welcoming you ashore with guest information, live music, photo ops and more.

Starfish Lagoon™ is made for families — and kids of all ages — with Flash Flamingo and Mach III Marlin waterslides, Guppy Grotto splash pad, and a selection of sports courts offering basketball, beach volleyball and pickleball action.

Calypso Lagoon™ is designed for adults ready to relax… or go for more of an active vibe, with lagoon-side swim-up and swings bars, a DJ island and more.

Pearl Cove Beach Club™ welcomes adults — and only adults — to take paradise to the next level with great ocean views, infinity pool, swim-up bar, elevated dining, plus attentive service poolside or beachside.

Lokono Cove™ offers goods from local artisans, plus showcases Bahamian art, music, history and culture.

Celebration Key™ is just one of a family of exclusive cruise destinations, with each one showcasing a different side of paradise, featuring top beaches, excursions and more.

Celebration Key visit kicks off at Paradise Plaza. So, believe your eyes! That is the world’s largest sandcastle off in the distance.

They call it The Suncastle. Also, believe your ears! Live music is always in the air at Paradise Plaza.

This portal isn’t just a picturesque welcome point, but a place to get info that will help you find your way around Celebration Key.

If you’re looking for the largest freshwater lagoon in the Caribbean†, look no further — it’s right here.

Relax the day away in a unique cabana, daybed or super villa along Calypso Lagoon.

A bar where the seats are swings and the floor is made of lagoon? Come on by, we made Sunshine Swings Bar for you! Friendly competition lives at the sports courts, where we get down to some basketball or volleyball.

You’ll find DJ Island in the middle of the lagoon, and that’s where the crowd-rocking beats come from!

If the world’s largest swim-up bar sounds like your kind of watering hole, meet Long Necks Swim-Up Bar.

At Mingo’s Tropical Bar and Kitchen, island atmosphere teams up with favorites like coconut curry chicken, locally-caught fish,  coconut shrimp, burgers and fajitas, plus frozen tropical drinks.

At Surf N’ Sauce BBQ & Brews, we start the smoker early so you can drop by and enjoy authentic barbeque among the palm trees anytime, plus local craft beer.

Food trucks here are run by local vendors. Discover a variety of casual beachside favorites and Bahamian specialties. Enjoy grab-and-go choices like wraps and salads at snack shacks throughout Calypso Lagoon.

Lokono Cove is a colorful showcase of Bahamian culture and shopping whose authenticity extends from the name to much of what’s for sale. Among the kiosks, stores and straw market, some highlights you’ll find in this portal — named for Grand Bahama’s earliest settlers, the peaceful Lucayans — are vibrant mural walls and artisanal goods made by Bahamian vendors.

Bring home a piece of paradise for yourself, or a gift with a great story behind it. And if you’re seeking some sparkle, get ready for duty-free jewelry and diamond shopping.

Bring home something spectacular and duty-free, whether it’s sparkly or simply unique.

Take a break at Suncastle Grounds Coffee and pick up some delicious fuel: hot, iced or frozen. Explore the traditional Bahamian artisan market for handmade treasures.

Starfish Lagoon is Celebration Key’s family-friendly portal, which means it’s the ideal spot to enjoy it all, all together.

Things heat up with friendly competition for kids and adults at the sports courts, while the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoon gives everyone plenty of space to cool down.

And we wouldn’t forget Guppy Grotto, a splash pad made for bringing big splashes to Celebration Key’s smallest guests.

Delicious food and drink are always available at Parrot Fish Swim-Up Bar, Captain’s Galley Food Hall and Gill’s Grill. Beach villas and floating AquaBanas are just a couple of ways families can make this portal their home base. And, of course, the dedicated family beach is nearby.

Carnival’s Celebration Island is actually a very nice island VS some of the other cruises we have been on and the islands did not have too much activity’s to offer.

Carnival’s Celebration Island, has a wonderful beach, with Turquoise waters and white sand beaches stretching close to 1 mile.

I walked the beach, it was very interesting, and the weather was in the 90’s. The beach was very clean and was about 75% full people sunbathing, in their rented chairs many swimming in the ocean, some just taking walks and enjoying the scenery like myself.

The beach was very clean, no litter or food dumped anywhere, and I saw the working staff cleaning any litter immediately when the guests have left, the beach.

Alongside the beach there were private clubs, where one can join and participate, as I approached one of these private clubs, a security officer told me this section of the beach was only for members and not for the general public.

I also enjoyed mostly the traditional Bahamian Junkanoo parade, is a vibrant, cultural celebration featuring costumed dancers, goat-skin drums, cowbells, and whistles.

It serves as one of the main cultural highlights on Celebration Key. The parade route typically travels through Paradise Plaza (the central hub featuring the 10-story Suncastle) and winds its way to Lokono Cove.

The parade allows guests to step off the cruise ship and immediately immerse themselves in authentic Bahamian rhythms and arts.

The parade generally runs at least once per visit, allowing guests multiple chances to see local performers.

The Junkanoo parade on Celebration Key is an open cultural event that all visiting Carnival passengers can enjoy without needing a separate admission ticket.

Just before the parade started I was able to speak to Bahamian Peter, well dressed in his carnival outfit, who was playing music with an instrument that looked like a cheese grater.

Peter would dance and make music with the Cheese Grater instrument, the music beat was pretty good. You will able to see peter playing the instrument in our video at    .

There were between 15-20 entertainers dressed in many multi-color outfits, some playing music, some dancing and many walking proudly showing their Bahamian cultural outfits.

The parade started from end of the island and it went to Sandcastle and back. People was following the participants, taking pictures, dancing and I had the pleasure to walk in the Carnival , take many pictures of the entertainers and guests.

Shopping at Celebration Key. The destination features a dedicated portal called Lokono Cove, which serves as a vibrant retail hub designed to reflect Bahamian culture.

Artisan Market: Kiosks and open-air spaces featuring handmade crafts, souvenirs, and art from local Bahamian vendors.

Shopper’s Paradise: A larger retail zone offering Carnival-exclusive merchandise, duty-free items, and fine jewelry.

I met a very nice Artesian Vendor by the name of George, who was selling many bags, Bahamian style, hats, and many more items.

I bought a nice red flat hat with Bahamas name over it as a souvenir, to take back home with me. More than that it was a good way to support George, Artesian Vendor who had a family of 6 to support.

George wanted to give a deep discount, which I appreciated and I told him, I do not want a discount because I am buying only one item.

So I told him I will give him double for the hat, so he can help his family. After hearing this he agreed and I paid him $60.00 Dollars instead of $30.00 he wanted.

I felt good about this, as being a `Humanitarian, you want to give back and help people who need your help.

As I was wearing the hat, I met many people who asked me where I got the hat, I told them go to Georges Store and you can buy it there. Not sure how many went back to buy a hat or accessory from George. But a little kindness goes along way.

Mingo’s Tropical Bar & Kitchen: A full-service spot offering local Bahamian flavors like conch fritters and locally caught fish.

I tried a white fish, which was locally caught it was fried, tasted very fresh with fresh vegetables. That was my lunch for that day.

Virgin Piña Coladas & Strawberry Daiquiris were mocktails, (I Do not drink Alcohol) because of religious observation, these drinks were made with fresh fruit and fresh ingredients.

You can taste the freshness in the fruit as you take a sip, you want to immediately take another sip, as you immediately get addicted to the Mocktails. They are very well priced from $12-15 dollars per drink, you get a nice size glass, well worth your money.

This was a great experience, I really enjoyed a full day at Grand Bahama Island in Bahamas, Carnival’s private island, Celebration Key in the Bahamas.

Great weather, wonderful people, some of the best beaches in the Caribbean pristine white-sand beaches, one of the best Carnival parade you can see. From Artisanal shops to duty free to high end shopping all on one island.

Food freshly prepared with fresh ingredients, mouthwatering drinks that melt in your mouth.

This was truly a great experience, Carnival’s private island, Celebration Key in the Bahamas, is a must place to attend and of course book your cruise with Carnival to make this happen.

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