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Business Wars · July 2, 2026 · 00:45:20

ENCORE: Cruise Ship Wars | Making Waves | 2

After his bitter exit from Norwegian Cruise Line, Ted Arison launches his own cruise company, Carnival, with little money and one run-down ship. Meanwhile, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean battle to be the most luxurious cruise line. All three companies get an unexpected boost from Hollywood. This episode covers the early days of the modern cruise industry and the competition that shaped it.

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Ted Arison's New Start with Carnival
After a bitter exit from Norwegian Cruise Line, Ted Arison founded Carnival with limited funds and only one run-down ship.
The Luxury Cruise Competition
Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean competed to be the most luxurious cruise ship company on the market.
Hollywood's Boost to Cruising
All three cruise companies received an unexpected boost from Hollywood, helping the industry grow at a key moment.
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