As part of an ongoing effort to streamline the embarkation process, Carnival Cruise Lines has installed self-service check-in kiosks at its Port of Miami cruise terminal. The state-of-the-art kiosks provide guests with a fast and convenient way to check in for their cruise.

Windstar Cruises has published its 2010 and winter 2011 Sailing Atlas with artwork by acclaimed California artist Nicholas Wilton. In conjunction with the atlas release, Windstar is offering a $500 per couple, or $250 per person, shipboard credit to those who book their 2010 voyage by Sept. 30.

MSC Cruises’ new MSC Splendida was christened in Barcelona on July 13, bringing the fleet total to 10 ships.

Paul Gauguin Cruises, which operates the Paul Gauguin in the South Pacific, has announced a limited number of openings in a collection of seven- and 10- night itineraries aboard the Paul Gauguin throughout 2010, including some featuring two-for-one, limited-time savings.

Discovery Cruise Line, which offers cruise service between South Florida and Grand Bahama Island daily except Wednesdays, is offering a free cruise to Grand Bahama Island to passengers who buy commercial transportation to the destination at a price lower than Discovery’s $99.99 per person roundtrip fare.

SeaDream Yacht Club is offering value pricing on select Caribbean sailings in October, November and December, including year-end holiday voyages.