The company said net earnings last year were $530.6m,against $432.2m in 2012.

This was from revenue of $7.96bn, compared to $7.68bn, as itenjoyed strong demand for sailings in Europe and Asia, as well as good on-boardsales.

RCL said it had reached a deal in principle to sell Pullmantur'snon-core businesses so it can focus on its cruise operation and Latin Americanoperations.

The offloaded units include a land tour company and aSpanish travel agency.

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