Carnival Cruise Lines to open new routes in Mexico.

MEXICO CITY, Nov 27, 2003 (El Economista/Corporate Mexico by Internet Securities, Inc. via COMTEX) -- Due to the growing international demand for cruises, the company Carnival Cruise Lines is set to open three new cruise routes in Mexico next year, confirmed Arturo Musi, representative of the firm. He went on to urge the government to decide whether or not to support the development of the industry in the country and establish a policy for the sub-sector.

Musi said the company would begin takings its cruise ships to Topolobampo, Tampico and Veracruz, with a total of 26 arrivals in the year. However, he said it was essential to reduce bureaucratic procedures and improve security in the country's ports. He sad it should be considered that every cruiser leaves US$30,000 in taxes and fees, including port duties, payments to the captain of the port and migration fees.

Regarding the new destinations, Musi said ships would visit Topolobampo twice per month on average, while Tampico and Veracruz would receive five ships each in 2004.

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