Carnival Cruise Lines, the world’s largest cruise operator, and Whodunit Productions, the leading organizer of mystery cruises at sea, have teamed up for a series of “Whodunit Cruises” aboard the 2,052-passenger “Fun Ship” Carnival Paradise from Long Beach, Calif., in 2008 and 2009.

 Eight different three-day “Mystery Cruises” will be offered, the first of which will depart, appropriately enough, on Halloween - Oct. 31, 2008. Other departure dates include Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13, May 1, July 17, Oct. 30, and Dec. 4, 2009.  The “Whodunit Cruises” on the Carnival Paradise will encompass a variety of exciting activities taking place throughout the various public rooms and areas aboard the massive 70,000-ton SuperLiner – all with the objective of solving the mystery at the end of the voyage.

 When participants arrive on board, they are given their own role to play and are encouraged to utilize the traits of their character to find out “whodunit.” “Mystery Cruise” participants also can interact with professional actors hired specifically to set the tone for the mystery by creating an unforgettable atmosphere of suspense and intrigue.  A variety of top-secret clues, everything from notes slipped discreetly under stateroom doors to instructions for various clandestine missions, are provided throughout the cruise. As the clues unravel, participants have to solve the mystery – before it’s too late!

  Reservations are currently being accepted for the “Whodunit Cruises” aboard the Carnival Paradise. Rates start at $348 per person, based on double occupancy (includes all “Mystery Cruise” activities).