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Jul
For at least the next decade, Carnival cruise ships are expected to continue to call Seattle its homeport for cruises to Alaska. Port of Seattle commissioners on June 25 approved a decade-long “preferential berthing agreement” through 2033 with Carnival Corporation, whose brands encompass the Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Cunard brands. “This long-term agreement provides economic certainty for the port and local businesses who depend upon cruise, while also strengthening our partnership,” port Executive Director Steve Metruck said. The agreement also includes a five-year optional extension and builds on sustainability efforts at the port and by…