MIAMI -- Carnival Cruise Lines guests should be on the lookout for
the line's brand-new mascot: "Fun Ship" Freddy.
The fun-loving mascot won't be hard to miss: Fun Ship Freddy is
tall, and red and he sort of resembles Carnival's distinctive
winged funnel; plus, he has big eyes and a huge white smile
passengers will be able to spot from anywhere on the ship.
So far, about 20 Freddy actors have been hired to don the Freddy
costume -- he dresses like a member of the cruise staff, although
he does break out a tux on formal nights -- and walk around the
ships to hang out with kids of all ages.
Clients can even take Freddy home: Plush toys of the unique
mascot already are available on the Carnival Glory.
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