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These segments are sponsored by MSC Cruises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dylan Dreyer will travel to Ketchikan, Alaska, where she will explore marine conservation organization ORCA\u2019s ongoing whale conservation initiatives, including the research being captured aboard the MSC Poesia to help prevent vessel strikes. The segment will air Thursday, August 13, with Dylan live from Ketchikan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following two prior segments, Al Roker will head to Ocean Cay, Bahamas, to follow up on coral restoration efforts and the importance of preserving coral reef ecosystems. The segment will air in late November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first time, TODAY viewers will get an exclusive discount code towards MSC Cruise bookings. Details will be shared following Thursday&#8217;s segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on the shoots and sponsorship with MSC Cruises visit TODAY.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To cover the stories or attend as an affiliate please reach out to TODAY PR at NBCNewsMediaRelations@nbcuni.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong># # #<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About MSC Cruises<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately-owned MSC Cruises is the world\u2019s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.msccruises.com\/\"> MSC Cruises<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About TODAY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NBC\u2019s TODAY is a morning show that seeks to inform, entertain, inspire, and set the agenda each day for Americans. 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