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B M & T ••• November/December 2016 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 48 ROYAL CARIBBEAN EXTENDS SPECIAL "TICKET TO ADVENTURE" TO DRIVERS NATIONWIDE WHO NEED A VACATION FROM PARKING VIOLATIONS Thankfully For Ships,There is No Alternate Side Parking or Tow Away Zones T here are approximately 214 million registered drivers in the United States, all of whom inevitably find themselves circling the block or lot for a place to park. Seems easy enough to park a car, but who hasn't returned to their vehicle to find a ticket affixed to their front windshield, or even worse, discovered that it's been towed? Frustrating? Yes, but there is always a silver lining. As part of its recently launched "Ticket to Adventure" promotion, Royal Caribbean International is on a mission to turn some of the worst tickets in America into the best ones. Royal Caribbean is addressing the pain point that is parking tickets by inviting plagued drivers to "park it" onboard the cruise line's newest ship Harmony of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship that will make her U.S. debut in November. Consumers from across the country have entered to win one of 55 trips for two onboard Harmony during an exclusive preview sailing out of Fort Lauderda le, FL in November. Harmony of the Seas is the world's largest cruise ship with the world's best features. Nowhere else on land or sea can travelers find such a bold and unexpected lineup of thrilling experiences, imaginative dining, unparalleled entertainment and the latest technology, including VOOM, the fastest internet at sea. Harmony combines the iconic seven neighborhood concept that sister ships Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas are known for, with some of the most modern and ground- breaking amenities and offerings that will appeal to guests of all ages. From The Ultimate Abyss, a dramatic 10-story tall slide, to unparalleled entertainment including Broadway's hit musical Grease and distinct high diving, acrobatic performances in the ship's trademark Aqua Theater, sophisticated dining in venue's ranging from Jamie's Italian Cuisine by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver to Royal Caribbean's whimsical restaurant Wonderland, which is a unique culinary adventure for the senses, and robot bartenders, there is an adventure for everyone onboard Harmony of the Seas. Harmony of the Seas spans 16 guest decks, encompasses 227,000 gross registered tons, carries 5,497 guests at double occupancy, and features 2,747 staterooms. For more information about Harmony of the Seas, please visit RoyalCaribbean.com/HarmonyoftheSeas. For additional information or to make reservations, planners should call their travel agent; visit RoyalCaribbean.com; or call (800) ROYAL- CARIBBEAN.