MIAMI, Jan. 17, 2002 -- Royal Celebrity Tours, the land- tour company created in 2000 by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., took possession of two new Wilderness Express train cars today. The new cars, the third and fourth in the series, will embark on a multi-city "Whistle Stop Tour" for the travel trade, through the East Coast and Midwest beginning January 30, before arriving in Alaska for the summer season.

"Based on the successful launch of our Alaska cruise tours last year, we've doubled our capacity so that more guests can experience a Celebrity Cruises or Royal Caribbean International cruise tour vacation," said Craig Milan, president of Royal Celebrity Tours.

The train cars boast the most dome glass of any double-deck train cars in the world, outdoor 360-degree viewing platforms, extra wide seats that recline and rotate, and onboard dining. The cars are also equipped with dome-level ADA-compliant seating, allowing physically challenged travelers to access both levels.

In May, guests on Celebrity Cruises' and Royal Caribbean International's Alaska sailings can select pre- or post-cruise land packages ranging from two to six nights featuring cities such as Talkeetna, Fairbanks, Alyeska, Denali and Anchorage. All Royal Celebrity Tours are hosted by expert tour directors, and have been carefully designed to offer guests the best of Alaska's wildlife, culture and outdoor activities.

Royal Celebrity Tours has also expanded operations into the Canadian Rockies, in conjunction with Rocky Mountaineer Railtours. Eleven- and 13- night cruise-tours are available on Royal Caribbean International's Radiance of the Seas, and Celebrity Cruises' Infinity in May.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a global cruise vacation company that operates Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Royal Celebrity Tours. Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have a combined total of 23 ships in service and six under construction or on firm order. Royal Celebrity Tours operates land-tour vacations in Alaska utilizing the world's largest glass-domed train cars. Additional information can be found on www.royalcaribbean.com, www.celebritycruises.com or www.rclinvestor.com.