Carnival Corporation has joined U.S. Embassy-hosted celebrations in The Bahamas and Belize commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, highlighting its commitment to the Caribbean and the communities where it operates. “We are honored to support these important celebrations and to stand alongside our U.S. Embassy partners in recognizing a milestone that highlights the enduring connections between the U.S. and the Caribbean,” said Marie McKenzie, vice president of government and destination affairs. On June 26, Carnival sponsored the U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas’ anniversary celebration at its new Shirley Street location in Nassau. In addition, Carnival and Princess Cruises supported the Fourth of July celebration hosted by Ambassador Kevin Cabrera at the U.S. Embassy in Panama. Carnival Corporation stated that it has maintained a presence in the Caribbean for more than five decades, working alongside governments, local businesses and community partners to support tourism, economic development and destination stewardship.