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Carnival Splendor

Carnival Splendor ™

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It’s hard to tell which onboard space best represents Carnival Splendor — they all seem to hint at the amazing time you’re going to have. El Morocco Lounge hosts comedy shows, musical performances, karaoke and more… and wears its 1930s namesake clearly on its nameplate. The words “Royal Flush Casino” incite visions of winning, while our onboard jazz club — The Cool — simply says it all without saying a word. And Fahrenheit 555 ™ can be found not only at the height of elegant dining, but at the actual apex of the ship. If you like your fun to flow, there are options aplenty. If you list “splishing” and “splashing” among your favorite things to do, there’s Carnival WaterWorks ™ . Those into sitting and sliding are invited to try the all-new Green Lightning thrill-slide. How about floating or swimming around? Carnival Splendor has pools all over the place, including the midship pool featuring a retractable roof that makes any day a pool day. So whether you splish or splash, you’ll find hydro-excitement galore. If relaxation is your thing, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat ™ is more your place. Or if you’re looking to take relaxation to the extreme, direct your attention to the Cloud 9 Spa ™ , featuring more (and better) ways to kick back than just about anywhere else, on land or at sea. You haven’t lived until you’ve relaxed in a Thalassotherapy pool, or chilled — so to speak — in a dry heat chamber.

113,573 Gross Tonnage
3,012 Guest Capacity
952 Length In Feet
1,150 Onboard Crew

INSIDE THIS SHIP

Just like a delicious cake, your ship is made of layers. Find out which fun ingredients — staterooms, dining, activities — go into each deck.

YOUR STATEROOM

Cloud 9 spa interior.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa ™ staterooms and suites:

Unique welcome ritual
Priority spa reservations
Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
Unlimited use of Hydrotherapy Pool
Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
Complimentary body composition analysis
Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
Upgraded ELEMIS in-stateroom toiletries

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Stateroom climate control

Interior with Picture Window (Walkway View)

Every room includes:

Interior Upper/Lower (Porthole)

Interior upper/lower, cloud 9 spa ocean view (walkway view).

The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Scenic Ocean View

Your Scenic Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Splendor provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you'll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of looking-glass for gazing at the natural wonders of the sea... and let's not forget sunrise and sunset.

Ocean View (Obstructed View)

Premium vista balcony.

Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Splendor, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea — and yes, take in even more of that sunshine.

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important — take the ocean breeze in, then let it out — you're already getting the hang of the whole spa thing!

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon Carnival Splendor's gentle wake from your spacious balcony.

Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Splendor. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.

Captain's Suite

This is the best room you can get… without bunking up with the guy himself. A Captain’s Suite aboard Carnival Splendor features tons of indoor space, and a huge balcony when you need a little more. Back inside you’ll find a king-size bed, two full bathrooms (one with whirlpool tub), plus a separate living room that sleeps another three. And VIP check-in? Naturally.

Amenities exclusive to suites:

Priority check-in and boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 Am
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress

Grand Suite

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Splendor features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Cloud 9 Spa Suite

A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things — with a large room and balcony — and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom.

Plus, all suites include:

Ocean Suite

A Carnival Splendor suite is the ultimate way to cruise. With more space for stretching out indoors, plus a large balcony for kicking back outdoors, try an Ocean Suite to experience private, luxurious relaxation. Ocean Suites also include VIP check-in, walk-in closet and bathroom with whirlpool tub.

Junior Suite

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Splendor, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into full-size luxury in a smaller package. Featuring a standard-size balcony, in a Carnival Splendor Junior Suite you'll find everything else there is to love about a suite, including VIP check-in, a walk-in closet; and even a whirlpool tub for relaxing.

ONBOARD ACTIVITIES

Onboard dining, sailings on carnival splendor.

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* Taxes, fees, and port expenses are included.

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Carnival Splendor

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Sydney (NSW Australia)

Carnival Splendor current position

Carnival Splendor current location is at East Australia (coordinates -33.85921 S / 151.21032 E) cruising en route to AUS SYD - NC NOU. The AIS position was reported 5 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Carnival Splendor

Carnival Splendor current cruise is 3 days, round-trip Getaway . Prices start from USD 319 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 25 Apr, 2024 and ends on 28 Apr, 2024 .

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Carnival Splendor Itineraries

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The 2008-built Carnival Splendor cruise ship belongs to Costa's Concordia-class liners - with sisterships Concordia (sunk in 2012), Favolosa , Fascinosa , Serena and Pacifica . Splendor was the largest "Fun Ship" until the debut of Carnival Dream in 2009.

The vessel (IMO number 9333163) is currently Panama- flagged (MMSI 372808000) and registered in Colon .

It was first announced that the ship would be repositioned to China in early 2019, then transferred to the fleet of P&O Australia in late 2019. At the end of September 2017 was officially announced that Splendor will stay with Carnival.

History - construction and ownership

Carnival Cruise Lines (CCL) is a US shipping company, trademarked brand and subsidiary of Carnival Corporation (shipowner). CCL was founded in 1972 as an independent company by Ted Arison (1924-1999, co-founder of NCL Norwegian ).

CCL has the Corporation's largest fleet as number of vessels and GT-tonnage (ship sizes/volumes and passenger capacities). In 2023, CCL had ~9% (by revenue) and ~19% (passengers) share of the cruise industry's worldwide market. In 2024, the parent company (Carnival Corporation) had ~51% stake in the US$64+ billion industry.

The 3006-passenger ship Carnival Splendor is a big ship with a huge personality, which has already set herself apart in grand style. For first-time cruisers, Splendor has inaugurated a new cabin category, the spa cabin. The retractable sky cupola that covers Carnival Splendor's pool deck is also a novelty for Carnival. With Carnival Splendor, the line introduced its first-ever route in the Baltic and South America, a remarkable expansion for the fleet.

Decks and Cabins

Carnival Splendor staterooms (1508 total, in 33 categories) include 54 Suites, 537 Balcony, 363 Oceanview and 585 Inside cabins, most of which are sized 170-185 ft2 / 16-17 m2. CCL Splendor ship also has 66 Cloud 9 Spa cabins and 29 wheelchair-accessible cabins. Most cabin balconies are sized 35 ft2 / 3 m2. The largest are the Captain’s Suites (500 ft2 / 46 m2 plus 200 ft2 / 19 m2 terrace) accommodating up to 5 passengers.

The boat has 13 passenger decks , of which 8 are with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

Carnival Splendor offers everything that's become a cruise industry standard, along with innovative surprises: a superb alternative restaurant, Indian tandoori grill, sushi bar, and stir-fry station. The premium coffee bar and Pinnacle supper club are the only onboard venues that come with an extra charge. The rest are all included in the fare you pay. Splendor's MDRs - The Gold Pearl and The Black Pearl, are grandiose dining venues. Dinner tables are assigned and the majority can accommodate 4-6-10 diners. Seatings are at 6 pm and 8:15 pm, orchestrated like a fine watch. Everyone knows it is time to say goodnight when Splendor's maitre d' starts singing and waiters jump up to dance on the tables.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Splendor restaurants and food bars.

The Black Pearl Restaurant (744-seat forward Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings and Your Time Dining; offers Seuss At Sea-themed breakfast for $5)
The Gold Pearl Restaurant (1122-seat aft Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings and open seating for Breakfast and Lunch)
Splendido Lido Buffet Restaurant (1396-seat, self-service buffet restaurant with various food stations; operates as a bistro in the evenings)
The Pinnacle Steakhouse (108-seat, reservations only specialty restaurant for steaks and seafood, with dance floor and live music)
California Roll Sushi (sushi bar, complimentary)
Fahrenheit 555 (added in 2019) is where guests can try the finest aged beef, that is seared to exact specifications to lock in flavor at the precise temperature of 555 deg. Fahrenheit. Set in an elegant setting and offering a menu of some of the best cuts, Fahrenheit 555 is the best venue for celebrating special occasions or indulging in the evening. The upscale steakhouse incurs an additional charge.
Masala Tiger (added in 2019) is a new modern dining concept created with the Australian palette in mind. It offers an authentic dining experience with Tandoori-style cooking. Passengers can enjoy a selection of chargrilled veggies and meats, curries, and naan bread fresh from the oven. The menu is included in the cruise fare and changes daily. Masala Tiger is to be located in the adults-only Serenity Retreat, also sheltering a nearby bar and Carnival Deli.
Seafood Shack (added in 2019) is a seaside spot featuring New England-style, where passengers can tuck into a serving of fish and chips, Lobster BLT, or enjoy oysters, all at an additional charge.
Pizzeria del Capitano (added in 2019) pays homage to Italian heritage of a lot of Carnival Captains. The pizzeria features hand-made pizzas with imported Italian flour, delectable toppings, and fresh mozzarella, all included in the cruise price.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Carnival Splendor marks a new class of ship for Carnival. One of her most awesome features is the luxury, 21,000-square-foot spa, the most elaborate in the fleet. Pan-Asian in design, the Cloud 9 Spa spans on two decks and features a state-of-the-art fitness center which rivals any other at sea. There are many beauty and health rooms for treatment, as well as the first Thalassotherapy pool. With 24 lounges and bars, outdoor movies, a water slide and a singing maitre d', Splendor delivers exactly what Carnival cruisers expect: fun. Splendor's shipboard entertainment is not confined to evenings. Live music is all over the ship, day and night.

The 270-sq.foot theater screen on Lido Deck is constantly used, showing movies, headline news and concerts. And, just like any Carnival cruise, there are trivia contests, bingo, bean bag tosses, Love and Marriage game, even men's hairy chest contest.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Splendor lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

Spectacular Theatre (1349-seat, 3-level show lounge for grand shows and musical productions; also used for daily trivia game shows, movies, bingo sessions).
Splendor Atrium Lobby (7-deck high open floor area with Splendor Lobby Bar for live performances)
The Pink Pearl (28-seat Card Room); Art Room Gallery; The Golden Atrium; The Alexandria Library
The Fun Shops (offer Bon Voyage items, duty-free liquor, jewelry, fashion boutiques, souvenirs, logo items);
Formalities Shop (tuxedo rentals, special occasion gifts);
S&S Card LCD kiosks;
Photo Gallery and Shop
Club O2 (teens' club lounge for video games, movies, karaoke, and themed parties); Video Games Arcade
Our House Bar (55-seat sports bar); El Mojito Bar (30-seat wine bar); Alchemy Bar; Grand Piano Bar (100-seat piano bar); The Cool Lounge (88-seat jazz bar); Robusto Bar (147-seat cigar bar with live music)
Royal Flush Casino (484-seat, served by Oceanview Bar); Centuries Promenade Bar (23-seat)
The Coffee Shop (50-seat specialty coffee bar)
Red Carpet Disco and Nightclub (211-seat)
El Morocco Lounge (425-seat, with dance floor; El Morocco Bar; hosts Punchliner Comedy Club)
RedFrog Rum Bar (Caribbean rums selection, ThirstyFrog Red draught beer, burgers, and fries)
Carnival Cloud 9 Spa (with Thermal Suite, Oriental Steam Bath, Aroma Steam Bath, Laconium, Thalasso Pool, Saunas, Fitness Center with Aerobics Studio, Beauty Salon)
Sports Deck (multi-sports court, Tennis Tables, Shuffleboard); 9-hole Mini Golf Course; Jogging Track.
Circle C (kids' club lounge, complimentary)
The Web (24-hour Internet computers room)
Splendido Pool area (with stage; served by Splendido Bar)
Liner Pool area (with two Whirlpools, served by Liner Bar)
Thunderball Pool area (with Twister Waterslide, kids AquaPark, 1 Whirlpool); Splash Park (with 3 waterslides, fountains, and sprays)
Carnival Seaside Theatre (LED screen outdoor cinema)
Serenity (adults only area with Serenity Bar, two Whirlpools, padded lounges)
Camp Carnival (kids' club lounge area, complimentary programs, supervised activities, with outdoor Kids Pool area).

Itineraries

Carnival Splendor itinerary program was initially based on departures from NYC New York (to Canada/New England and the Caribbean), from Miami Florida (to Eastern and Western Caribbean), as well as roundtrips to The Bahamas, Caribbean and Cruises to Nowhere out of Norfolk VA .

In 2019, the ship was repositioned from Los Angeles USA to Australia (homeport Sydney NSW ) for year-round deployment. Operations started in November 2019, following the relocation voyage from Singapore to Sydney NSW. In Singapore, the liner was drydock-refurbished and new dining options were added for the Australian source market. It was previously suggested that Splendor in 2019 would join the P&O Australia fleet.

Bookings on Carnival Splendor Australia 2019 program (departures November 25 through December 28) were opened on March 23, 2018.
The Asia-Australia repositioning itinerary visited Indonesia (Benoa Bali, Komodo Island) and Darwin AU.

From Australia, Carnival Splendor initially offered 3 itineraries (Sydney roundtrips) to South Pacific islands.

8-NIGHT (2 sea days, Noumea, Lifou, Isle of Pines, 2 sea days), from AUD 1130 pp / double inside cabin rates
9-NIGHT (2 sea days, Noumea, Mare, Lifou, 3 sea days), from AUD 1649 pp / double inside cabin rates
9-NIGHT (2 sea days, Isle of Pines, Mare, Lifou, 2 sea days), from AUD 1699 pp / double inside cabin rates.

The longest Carnival cruise ever was the 24-night Transpacific crossing on Splendor - departing on October 5, 2019, from LA-Long Beach CA. The ship crossed the Pacific Ocean to Asia (Singapore), arriving on October 30. After extended stops in Honolulu and Maui, the liner visited Guam and Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia), then Saigon (Vietnam) - all the 3 ports were first for CCL (never visited before). The relocation cruise also featured the traditional ceremony held during International dateline crossings. Prices started from just USD 1650 pp ($69 pp per day) with double occupancy.

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, the CCL Splendor ship was paused for 2+ years (March 2020 thru May 2022), and was planned to restart from Sydney NSW on May 31st. Splendor's Australia 2022 itinerary program was based on:

3-day Getaways (themed cruises to nowhere )
4-day Tangalooma - Moreton Island
5-day Tasmania (Port Arthur, Hobart)
8-9-10-days "Great Barrier Reef" (Airlie Beach, Cairns, Port Douglas, Willis Island, Moreton Island, Willis Island)
8-10-11-12-days "South Pacific Islands" (New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji/including Dravuni Island )
10-12-days "New Zealand" (Wellington, Lyttelton-Christchurch, Port Chalmers-Dunedin, Fiordland NP)

However, in early-February 2022, Splendor's Australian schedule 2022 (June 10-Sept 26) and Carnival Spirit 's Australian schedule (June 5, 2022, thru October 5, 2023) were both canceled. Carnival Splendor was redeployed to Alaska (May 2 thru August 30), and the Australian program was scheduled to start from Sydney on Oct 9th. Carnival Spirit was redeployed to the Caribbean and homeported in Jacksonville Florida (March 7th thru April 9th), then to Alaska from Seattle (May 3-Sept 13).

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Carnival Splendor Wiki

Fun Ship 2.0 upgrade was done in 2016. Splendor is Carnival's sole vessel of Costa Cruises Concordia-class liners, with sisterships Concordia , Serena , Pacifica , Fascinosa , Favolosa .

The vessel has Fincantieri Sestri Ponente yard/hull number 6135, volume 113573 GT-tons, DWT-deadweight tonnage 11553 tons, max draught 8,3 m. The powerplant is based on Wartsila marine diesel engines (model 12V46C) with combined output 75,6 MW (101380 hp).

In December 2016, Carnival announced that Splendor will be transferred to P&O Cruises Australia in late 2019. However, in 2017 this decision was canceled.

Fun Facts: this ship was originally designed to be part of Costa Cruceros fleet. That is why the boat has the largest Spa installed on a Fun Ship (2-deck area sized 21000 ft2 / 2000 m2) with winter garden and traditional tea house. Splendor also has fleet's largest kids playroom (sized 5500 ft2 / 510 m2). The main pool area is covered with a 2-deck-high retractable glass roof/dome.

In early 2013, CCL Splendor was relocated from LA (Long Beach) to NYC via itinerary route around South America. The reason for that long repositioning cruise was that (as Post-Panamax vessel) Splendor was not able to transit through Panama Canal .

Carnival Splendor refurbishment 2019 review

Carnival Splendor's next drydock refurbishment is currently scheduled for 2024 (August 5-24) to be conducted in Singapore (by either Sembcorp or Damen).

The ship's last drydock refurbishment was in 2019 (October 30 through November 24) done in Singapore (at Sembcorp Marine Shipyard). The USD 60 million drydocking project aimed to adapt the vessel for the Australian market as well as receiving Carnival's signature Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades .

The project included general maintenance works, technical overhauls, refreshed interior spaces, adding new dining venues and bars (RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint), Serenity Retreat (adults-only sundeck), redesigned waterpark (with a free-fall drop waterslide).

Drydock 2016 was in the period March 6-20.

In late-2019, the ship was deployed to Australia (for roundtrips from homeport Sydney NSW ) and transferred from CCL to Carnival Asia (subsidiary). In Spring 2018, the liner was repositioned to Asia for roundtrips from China. Carnival Asia cruise shipping operations are partnership between Carnival Cruise Lines and Costa Asia ( Carnival Corporation 's subsidiary on the Asian market). The second Carnival ship in Asia was Carnival Spirit (2017-2018 winter season only).

As part of the "Carnival Journeys" itinerary program (offering longer enrichment voyages), in 2018 (August 25 - September 8) Carnival Splendor operated a 14-day roundtrip Alaskan cruise from Long Beach (Los Angeles) California. The itinerary featured Hubbard Glacier and Icy Strait Point (day-long stay, whale and bear watching, world's longest zip-line). The list of onboard activities included Alaska-themed cultural and culinary events and themed seminars (photography, arts, crafts, cooking, celestial navigation). The list of Alaskan shore excursion included hiking, sea kayaking, canoeing, helicopter flightseeing tours, lake snorkeling. In 2017 (September 2-16), Carnival Miracle operated company's first-ever roundtrip to Alaska from California.

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Carnival Splendor Overview

Sail aboard the Carnival Splendor and discover more fun around every corner, from the miniature golf course and waterslide to the Red Carpet Dance Club. When you’re ready to unwind, head to the Mojito Wine Bar or the two-story, 21,000 square foot Cloud 9 Spa. The Carnival Splendor even has a pool with a retractable roof, so swimming is never out of the question. When you aren’t relaxing or partying, fill up on the delicious cuisine served at The Black Pearl Restaurant or at the Lido Grille Restaurant, featuring foods from around the globe.

Passenger Capacity: 3,012 (double occupancy)
Year Built: 2008
Last Refurbished: 2019

Carnival Splendor Cruise Destinations

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Carnival Splendor Departure Ports

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Carnival Splendor Deck Plans

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Balcony (86)

Balcony (8m).

Balcony (BL)

Any balcony stateroom, or better, depending on availability.

Balcony (8A)

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Balcony (8c), balcony (8d), balcony (8e), balcony (8f), balcony (84).

Balcony (85)

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Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important - take stateroom has carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and color television showing first-run films. Our SuperLiners all feature staterooms above ocean level for a more comfortable cruise. Twin beds do not convert to king when two uppers in use.

Balcony (8P)

Inside (4F)

Inside (4g).

Inside (1A)

A Carnival Splendor Interior Upper/Lower stateroom creatively maximizes space for a pair of cruisers. These staterooms feature all the same amenities as other Interior staterooms, with a different layout - including one Twin bed, and either an upper Pullman or sofa bed. They also feature linens from the Carnival Comfort Collection, a full private bathroom and more.

An Interior stateroom is the most affordable way to cruise, and Carnival Splendor's interiors are not just cozy, but are full of things you'd expect from any Carnival stateroom: a full private bathroom, Carnival Comfort Collection linens and just-a-call-away 24-hour room service.

Inside (4A)

Inside (4b), inside (4c), inside (4d), inside (4e), inside (45).

Inside (44)

Inside (4J)

An Interior with Picture Window stateroom on Carnival Splendor gives you a view beyond your stateroom, out to the observation deck outside including a great sky view. (Note that the view will be partially obstructed.)

Inside (IS)

Any inside stateroom, or better, depending on availability.

Inside (PT)

Carnival Splendor's Porthole staterooms give you the classic seafarer's view times two - a pair of round windows providing an affordable view of the ocean. If you tire of ocean-gazing, there's plenty more to do onboard, but 24-hour room service is one amenity you can enjoy as you continue to take in the view.

Inside (4S)

We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spas and infused it into spa staterooms on Carnival Splendor. Your room is the perfect place to do less, actually: just relax and take some you-time, anytime. All Cloud 9 Spa accommodations feature private spa access, special amenities and priority spa reservations.

Oceanview (PT)

Oceanview (64)

Oceanview (65), oceanview (ov).

Any Ocean View Stateroom, or better, depending on availability.

Oceanview (6A)

Catch a glimpse of what's going by from your Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Splendor, where you'll get views you won't find anywhere on land. Don't miss sunrise and sunset at sea - your comfy stateroom is the best way to experience these!

Oceanview (6B)

Oceanview (6c).

Oceanview (6S)

Oceanview (6K)

Oceanview (6J)

A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things - with a large room and balcony - and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom.

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Splendor features even more space than the standard suite - plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Any suite, depending on availability.

This is the best room you can get... without bunking up with the guy himself. A Captain's Suite aboard Carnival Splendor features tons of indoor space, and a huge balcony when you need a little more. Back inside you'll find a king-size bed, two full bathrooms (one with whirlpool tub), plus a separate living room that sleeps another three. And VIP check-in? Naturally.

Photo Gallery for Carnival Splendor Cruise Ship

Imagine the fun that’s waiting for you on a Carnival Cruise. The drinks, the games, the sights and the sun! Take a look at this photo gallery to help you envision your perfect vacation.

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Mojito Wine Bar onboard the Carnival Splendor

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Sea Side Theater

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Learn about Carnival Cruise Lines' handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with special needs or disabilities - including special staterooms, accessible elevators, dietary accommodations and more.

Carnival Splendor Dining Vendor Experience

Savor dining aboard Carnival cruises, including Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Cucina del Capitano, Bonsai Sushi, the Asian Kitchen, Main Dining Room, Steakhouse, Pizzeria, Coffee Bar, Seadogs, Shake Spot and more.

Entertainment

Enjoy Carnival's onboard entertainment, including stage shows, Thrill Theater, game shows, comedy clubs, live music, DJs, seaside theater, karaoke and more.

Onboard Activities

Take advantage of Carnival's onboard activities, including WaterWorks water slides, pools, sports courts, ropes course, mini-golf, video arcade, sports bars, casino, duty-free shopping, bars and lounges, art gallery and more.

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Learn how Carnival takes care of your every need with an extensive list of onboard services by attentive, cheerful staff. Plus, view Carnival Cruise Lines' awards.

Spa & Fitness

Relax at Carnival's Serenity Adult Retreat, Cloud 9 Spa, fitness center, jogging track, beauty salon, yoga or pilates courses. Carnivals treatments include massages, body wraps, facials, thermal suites and more.

Special Events

From weddings to parties, celebrate your special events at sea with Carnival Cruise Line.

Carnival Splendor Staterooms Vendor Experience

View Carnival's cruise ship staterooms, including suites, balconies, oceanviews and interior staterooms. Plus, Cloud 9 Balconies bring health and wellness to your room.

Youth Programs

Learn about cruising with children aboard Carnival. There's Camp Carnival for ages 2 - 11, Circle C for young teens and Club O2 for ages 15 - 17. Plus, Camp Carnival Night Owls will watch kids until 3 am.

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About Carnival Splendor

The 113,300-ton, 3,006-guest Carnival Splendor is both delightful and lovely. With an incredible variety of entertainment, accommodations — many designed for families, diverse restaurants and activities, she offers an exciting vacation. She is better-than-ever after Fun 2.0 upgrades in 2015, with new bars, a Mexican restaurant, poolside burger joint and much more.

Expect an amazing time as you enjoy the ship's many amenities, including a tranquil area just for adults where they can enjoy some "me time," perfect for when the kids are enjoying themselves with supervised youth activities designed for different age groups. Rejuvenate at the large spa and work on your tan at the pools, including one with a retractable roof. Keep ship-shape at the fitness center and go shopping at the boutiques.

Fabulous dining is offered at the main restaurants while elegant dinners are featured at the New York-style supper club and classic American steakhouse. Casual choices include a myriad of incredible international dishes at the buffet, a sushi bar, 24-hour pizza and fabulous New York-style deli sandwiches. Convenient 24/7 room service is also featured. A special multi-course dinner will make foodies happy, at a culinary evening of gourmet delights, decadent desserts and fabulous wines.

From stunning spa accommodations and generous standard cabins, to a high percentage of staterooms with ocean views and private balconies, relax in your comfortable retreat — your home away from home offering the utmost in comfort, including the ultra-comfy beds. Watch first-run movies on the flat-screen TV.

Nights, like the days on Carnival Splendor are lots of fun, offering a bevy of entertainment options, including the state-of-the-art theater with a gigantic 270-square-foot LED screen outdoors where you can watch movies, sports events and shows, ideal for the entire family. Go dancing at the disco and try your luck at the slots and other games at the popular casino. Meet up with friends at the many bars and lounges and chill-out at the jazz club. Join in on the sing-alongs at the fun piano bar and enjoy fabulous large stage productions and high-energy revues at the main lounge and join the laughs at the comedy club.

Carnival Splendor will give the entire family a splendid cruise vacation.

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Cloud 9 Spa Suite

Grand Suite

Ocean Suite

Junior Suite

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This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Premium Vista Balcony

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

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Scenic Grand Ocean View

Scenic Ocean View

Cloud 9 Spa Oceanview (obstructed view)

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A picture window gives you views of scenery you won’t find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your stateroom. Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television Stateroom climate control.

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Cloud 9 Spa Interior

We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus you’ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation.

Interior with Picture Window (obstructed view)

Your picture window gives you a view beyond your stateroom, to the observation deck outside, including a great sky view. (Note: view will be partially obstructed.)

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code 4G (Interior)

This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a long day of fun.Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

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Interior Porthole

A pair of round windows in your room give you the classic seafarer’s view times two, a view of the ocean without breaking the budget.Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

Interior Upper/Lower

These staterooms are great for a pair of cruisers on a budget, creatively maximizing space with a different layout — featuring one Twin bed, and either an upper Pullman or sofa bed.

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Deck: 9 Lido

Cooking for a little taste from the old neighborhood? Pile 'em high at the Carnival Deli. Enjoy old time favorites like a hot pastrami on rye, grilled Reuben, or roasted turkey breast on a country roll. Our sandwiches and wraps are always hand-carved and served fresh with cole slaw or relish. Come by, satisfy your craving for a great sandwich and make sure you don’t forget the kosher dill.

Dining Room Annex

Deck: 3 Lobby

Dining Room Annex.

Ol' Fashioned BBQ

Deck: 10 Panorama

Ol' Fashioned BBQ.

Pizzeria Del Capitano

Pizzeria Del Capitano.

The Black Pearl Restaurant

Decks: 4 Atlantic 3 Lobby

The Black Pearl Restaurant.

The Gold Pearl Restaurant

The Gold Pearl Restaurant.

Lido Marketplace

Featuring an amazing variety of casual dining spots, each just a few flip-flopped steps from the last, Lido Marketplace always has a special something ready to satisfy your latest craving spectacularly. Here we do it with dozens of what-to-eat options... great choices like BBQ, a deli counter, salad bar, an Asian station and a pasta bar... plus one spot where the chef serves up a different surprise daily! At Lido Marketplace, there’s tons of indoor and outdoor seating made for gathering around, so you can enjoy your personal faves in your favorite company for lunch or dinner, or even breakfast! Lido’s also where you can find soft serve, frozen yogurt and fresh pizza... which so far seems to be enough to satisfy everybody.

Javablue Cafe

Deck: 5 Promenade

Javablue Café.

Juice & Java

Guy's Burger Point

When we went looking for someone to help us grill up the best burgers at sea, we found just the guy. Carnival teamed up with best-selling author, restaurateur and Food Network personality Guy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a roadside burger shack to Guy’s Burger Joint, the cool poolside spot for hot burgers and hand-cut fries. Try a fresh-off-the-grill burger Guy’s way, or take it off-road to our toppings bar and truly make it your own.

Seafood Shack

A good seafood dish is quite the catch. However you like yours served — whether it’s on a roll or a platter — Seafood Shack’s™ the place to cast your net. Imagine a New-England-style seaside spot where you can take it all in, enjoying a great meal complete with a side of ocean view. On a Carnival cruise is where you’ll find this shack by the sea, wherever in the world you happen to be!

Masala Tiger

Even at sea, the aromatic delight of Indian food is unmistakable. Cooked at over 1000 degrees in our traditional clay oven, Masala Tiger serves up a wide variety of signature Indian delights that are uniquely spiced, yet delicately flavoured. Enjoy tandoori chicken or fish with cumin pilaf, succulent beef kebabs, or dip hot naan bread into sweet chutney, all straight from the tandoor. Here, you’ll always find an arousing array of vegetarian options made from fresh produce. Add in some masterfully seasoned side dishes and your first bite will transport you — like naan other — straight to the heart of India.

Fahrenheit 555

Deck: 11 Spa

Deck: 4 Atlantic

Waiting room

Waiting room.

Royal Flush Casino.

A trip to the salon is an opportunity to relax, to chat with others, to focus on yourself. It’s about more than just getting your hair or nails done… but it’s definitely about getting your hair or nails done! Even though you’re on vacation, you won’t have to settle for anything less than the salon style you’re used to back on land. And these good looks go beyond the usual — we even offer services like teeth whitening… great for taking those ‘I’m on vacation and I’m looking great!’ smiles to the next level.

Aroma Steam Bath

Aroma Steam Bath.

Fitness Center

We have some bad news for you — your ship has a gym. In other words, there’s no excuse for leaving your fitness routine back on land. That’s great news, however, for your body, which will definitely benefit from all the extra energy that vacationing pumps directly into you. And let’s not forget the extra time you’ll have, since you won’t be waking up and spending most of the day at the office or anything like that.

Fitness Studio

Fitness Studio.

Mud Treatment

Deck: 12 Sun

Oriental steam Bath

Oriental steam Bath.

When families cruise Carnival, even the smallest fish in the pond have a big, awesome time. Okay, so it’s actually way more than just a pond — it’s Camp Ocean. At Camp Ocean, 2–11 year-olds stay busy, keep active and have fun as they enjoy all new ocean-themed activities and entertainment made for kids

Guest Services

Guest Services.

Alchemy Bar

Alchemy Bar.

Grand Piano Bar

Play it again, Sam. Or Diana. Or whatever your name is. Because this is the bar where you call the shots – and the songs. Pull up a seat, order your favorite cocktail, and let your friendly piano player know the songs you'd like to hear. Then join the sing-along for a hand-clapping, foot-tapping, finger-snapping good time. Don't feel like flexing your vocal cords? No worries. Shy songbirds are welcome here, too. And since it's open from early evening to late at night, it's the perfect spot for a before-dinner drink or singing 'til the wee hours of the evening.

Our House Sports Bar

Our House Sports Bar.

The Cool Lounge

The Cool Lounge.

Deck: 14 Sky

Ah, imagine a perfect day out on the links, the golfer's zen of the ball, the hole and nothing in between but well-manicured fairway... plus one cactus, a treasure chest... and wait, is that a windmill in the way? Just who designed this course anyway? Whoever it was, they had one thing in mind — maximum fun for mini-golfers, big and small! That's precisely why you'll find a course on every Carnival ship, where you can hit the holes and take in everything you’d expect, like the sights and the sounds... plus the seagulls.

Jogging Track

Jogging may not immediately come to mind when you think of things to do at sea, but it probably should. You don’t have to walk on water, you just have to get on a Carnival cruise. After all, if you’re going to jog, you’d be hard-pressed to find a place to do it with a more scenic view, or a more refreshing breeze — both of these are available in abundance when you go for an open-air jog on the upper-deck. Jogging tracks are available on all Carnival ships, and are even padded for long-distance comfort.

The Golden Atrium

Decks: 4 Atlantic 3 Lobby 5 Promenade

The Golden Atrium.

The Splendor Atrium

Decks: 4 Atlantic 5 Promenade

The Splendor Atrium.

Carnival Adventures

Decks: 3 Lobby 5 Promenade

Dreams Studio

On the same ship with the waterslides and conga lines is actually a photographic oasis. Everybody looks their best, smiles their biggest smiles on vacation… and at Dreams Studio our professional photographers beautifully capture this side of individuals, couples, groups or families. Reserve your session and your journey begins. We’ll lead you to the best photo spots on the ship, in our onboard photo studio… or even ashore in some picturesque destinations. You’ll end up with amazing prints or high-quality digital files, and don’t forget to check out our photo packages, custom photobooks, collages and large prints.

Red Frog Pub

Get into an island state of mind before you even set foot on one. RedFrog Pub is our laid-back, no-worries, oh-so-lively Key West-inspired pub. Sample Caribbean fare, dominate at the foosball table, enjoy some sweet tunes from live musicians and sip our tasty signature private-label brew, ThirstyFrog Red. So kick back and feel the island vibe come to life. You’ll be a local here before you know it.

The Oceanview Promenade

The Oceanview Promenade.

Oceanview Bar

Oceanview Bar.

Cherry On Top

A cruise is the perfect time to treat yourself to something sweet, and Cherry On Top™ happens to be the perfect place. You'll find this well-stocked candy-and-more-store not only great for enjoying some of your confectionery favorites, but the place to pick up food and apparel gifts for that special someone, even if — admit it — that someone happens to be you!

Carnival Seaside Theatre

Carnival Seaside Theatre.

Spectacular Spectacular Main Lounge

Decks: 3 Lobby 4 Atlantic 5 Promenade

Spectacular Spectacular Main Lounge.

Decks: 3 Lobby 5 Promenade 9 Lido

The Alexandria Library

The Alexandria Library.

The Board conference Room

The Board conference Room.

Relax Room.

The Splendor Lobby.

Red Carpet Dance Club

Red Carpet Dance Club.

Splendido Lido Pool

Splendido Lido Pool.

Basketball court

You may think basketball is all about the hoop and getting the ball in there, but you may not have ever played on a Carnival ship. Here, it’s all about the journey to the hoop: the view and the sea breeze you take in as you drive your way past defenders to put the rock in the bucket. Say, that actually reminds us of cruising — the destinations may rock, but it’s all about getting there.

El Morrocco Aft Lounge

El Morrocco Aft Lounge.

Sliding Sky Dome

Sliding Sky Dome.

Sports Deck

Sports Deck.

The Photo Gallery

The Photo Gallery.

What does the “C” in Circle “C” stand for? Well, “chill,” “connect” and “cool,” just to name a few. It’s where young teens ages 12 to 14 go to hang out, meet new friends, and enjoy some pretty awesome activities like dance parties, games, outdoor movies and more, in the special Circle “C” area or around the ship. It’s all supervised by friendly and fun-loving counselors who want your young teens to have the best vacation ever.

Your parents deserve a nice vacation… but then again, so do you. So let’s let them go do their thing while you do yours. Where to? Club O2. Hang out and do stuff like watch movies, listen to music from this decade, play sports and video games, join karaoke jam sessions… maybe even have a pool party or two, all with other high schoolers ages of 15 to 17.

The Fun Shops

The Fun Shops.

Decks: 5 Promenade 3 Lobby

The Warehouse

The Warehouse.

Blueiguana Tequila Bar

BlueIguana Tequila Bar is the onboard spot to chill and enjoy a slushy tequila drink or an ice-cold Mexican cerveza. The menu offers up Mexican favorites, including several brands of tequila and a slew of Mexican brews. There’s a lineup of frozen concoctions, cocktails and margaritas served by the glass or by the pitcher, and even a special Mexican beer cocktail (yes, really). Where can you find this little slice of Mexican paradise? Next to the pool, of course. So stay cool and take in the bar’s vacation vibe while you kick back on your cruise – that’s what official bar mascot Blue the Iguana would tell you.

Redfrog Rum Bar

Guests have told us we hit on something special with the cool Caribbean chill of the RedFrog Pub. We've taken the best parts and brought them poolside with the RedFrog Rum Bar, where the frog keeps the fun hopping day and night with all the island flava you know and love. Join the party at this poolside bar featuring a great selection of frog-approved Caribbean rum-based concoctions available by the glass or pitcher, plus plenty of Carnival’s signature private-label draft beer, ThirstyFrog Red.

Decks: 9 Lido 10 Panorama

Splashy Cove

Splashy Cove.

Carnival Waterworks

Thermal Suite

Thermal Suite.

Tepidarium.

Hydrotherapy Pool

Hydrotherapy Pool.

Flotation Therapy

Flotation Therapy.

Vip Suite Spa

Vip Suite Spa.

Topside Bar

Topside Bar.

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Trip Report/Review of Carnival Splendor

By oskarNZ , January 8, 2020 in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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I enjoyed reading your review OskarNZ. I look forward to reading the next installment.

1 hour ago, possum52 said: I enjoyed reading your review OskarNZ. I look forward to reading the next installment. Leigh

Thanks Leigh.

I will try hard not to rabbit on too much 😆

After looking at your Reflection review, I look forward to the rest of the Splendor review.

Thankyou for taking the time to review the Splendor. I was slack and didn't get around to posting anything on the repositioning from Singapore to Sydney, Xmas/New Year came around to fast!!

Look forward to your experience and thoughts, especially now that Splendor has settled in 😉

A Quick Summary

For those who don’t have the time to read a whole report, but are interested in a quick review, in summary we liked Carnival.

I would cruise with them again, but as with all cruises we pick, it would need to be the right price, right dates and right itinerary. I did not like Carnival enough to become loyal to it, which could be said for all cruise companies we have sailed with so far. We thought some aspects, such as entertainment and service, were very good and others, such as muster and some organisational systems, were terrible. The food and ship itself varied and as such can be summed up with the word ‘fine’.

Passenger Demographic

I’d let myself become put off Carnival in the past after reading far too many reports from people who’d hated the line. Basically the implication from avid fans of other lines was that Carnival attracts ‘lower class’ cruisers who are just after a booze cruise. However, given that I put us in a middle class, middle age, demographic that happens to prefer casual dinner attire and enjoys a good 80’s cover band, then perhaps Carnival would suit us well? Despite loving a lot about Celebrity, my main criticism is that the ships are sleepy and entertainment is a bit lacklustre. I wanted to try a company known for being a bit more lively.

As it turns out, I didn’t see an overly drunk person once the whole cruise. The demographic ranged from young groups in their 20s, to families, to older couples. Everyone was represented.

There were, like every cruise I’ve been on, people who were rudely hogging chairs and seats in the bars and theatre (once I saw one woman trying to hold about a dozen chairs in the lobby on her own) and there was the occasional unruly group of kids who pushed every button in the elevator or ran loudly down the hallways. But in general, the majority of passengers were polite and friendly. I would guess that about 90% of passengers were Australian.

We always arrived early for any events we were really keen on and as such, we rarely had issues getting a good seat in the bars, theatre and lobby. We aren’t pool loungers, so never really had to worry about seats around the pool. But had we wanted a good seat on a sunny sea afternoon, we probably would have struggled to find one.

Embarkation and Muster

If you don’t like reading the negative stuff, it’s perhaps best to skip this section. It’s where my biggest gripes lie. We prebooked ‘Faster to the Fun’ (FTTF) for this cruise and I think because of this, our experience was much better than it could have been. It didn’t look like many families did pay for this perk which surprised me as I thought it was really worthwhile, especially for the priority tenders (more about them later).

Anyway, we arrived at the port early (approx 10:30) as we wanted to be amongst the first to board. I wanted to book National Park passes in Jinek Bay and was aware that with only 200 passes per day allocated, on a ship of 3000+, these would go fast. About 11am they started letting people into the cruise terminal. Staff didn’t seem to be talking to each other and messages were mixed (one minute we were being told by a staff member that FTTF couldn’t enter yet and literally a minute later another staff member told us we should have entered ages ago). That was pretty much the theme of the day. It felt like systems were messy and nothing was well aligned.

It took us longer to get through Customs then expected due to some sort of glitch with our exit forms, which unfortunately meant we lost a bit of our FTTF head start. But as soon as I got onboard, I motored it to the shore excursions desk where I was about 6th in line. I can’t complain as within 10 minutes the line went all the way back to the theatre and was very slow moving.

Why oh why oh why does Carnival Australia not let you book excursions online before the cruise??? It is insane that a massive, slow moving line is what they want people’s first impression of their cruiseline to be, especially when simple online systems would help avoid this. I was unpleasantly surprised to discover that the total of my 3 excursions was about $100 more than I was expecting. I’d bought print outs of the cost online only to be told that online prices were just a guide and varied from cruise to cruise depending on the time of year. Hmmmm.... perhaps this is why they don’t let you prebook? Either way, it feels misleading as it stops you from making a fair comparison with independent companies.

After getting my excursions locked in, I then wanted to lock in a few different onboard experiences such as the Mad Hatters Tea Party and the Green Eggs and Ham breakfast and also check with the dining room that we had a table for 3. Would you believe that I had to go to three different places to sort these 3 dining experiences. Again, systems didn’t seem well aligned.

After that we headed to our room since FTTF gives you early access to your cabin. Despite multiple staff telling us we were out of bounds, they were fine once we explained why we were there.

Our Sea Passes, like our boarding passes, didn’t have any mention of FTTF on them and we felt a bit fraudulent having to explain to multiple staff throughout the day that we had in fact paid for it. While everyone believed us, it did annoy me to see that other passengers had it clearly mentioned on their passes. I’d called a few months earlier to question the lack of it on our boarding passes and had been told that this is the common process (not the case). Anyway, it was sorted quickly with a visit to guest services later in the day and it is worth mentioning that another benefit of FTTF is that you get to use the priority line at guest services. The length of the standard line during the first two days of our cruise was horrendous and I was pleased I never had to stand in that line.

After getting all our bookings sorted we had some lunch and explored the ship. It wasn’t long before it was time for muster drill and I can say without doubt that it was the worst muster I’ve done on a cruise. We were lined up and packed tightly onto the hot deck like cattle. Due to literally being crushed in a dense crowd some years ago, I get quite anxious having people surrounding me closely on all sides and I was feeling quite panicked. We arrived on time and were then made to wait a really long time while they hunted down what felt like every single passenger. When you’re feeling anxious, every minute felt like 10 and making people wait like that for latecomers was unfair. Punish them, not us.

Anyway, if you’re still reading, the good news is that things mostly got better from this moment. Once muster was over, the fun began.

To be continued.

Pink everywhere

The refurbished pool deck

1 hour ago, By The Bay said: After looking at your Reflection review, I look forward to the rest of the Splendor review.

Thanks By the Bay 😊

1 hour ago, cheznandy said: Thankyou for taking the time to review the Splendor. I was slack and didn't get around to posting anything on the repositioning from Singapore to Sydney, Xmas/New Year came around to fast!! Look forward to your experience and thoughts, especially now that Splendor has settled in 😉

I wish I could say all technical issues are ironed out, but the ship still has a few things to work on.

But overall, it’s adjusting to the Aussie market well.

The muster was a disaster for us too, exactly as you describe but there was no staff showing "how to put on the life vest" it was only when it was over that they noticed there was no one in our section!!

For us it was the worst, unorganised, sardine packed muster ever.

Thank you for posting. I had just been about to start a new thread to ask a question but see that you have answered it.

Two of my daughters plus their families are going on this cruise in late March to the Sth Pacific and one daughter told me that they can't book excursions online.

I have been on a small number of cruises (P &O and Princess) and to be honest, I thought she had to have it wrong as we were always able to book excursions online ages before we went.

In fact, I think Carnival have online booking in US plus the facility for someone to pay for an excursion for a gift. Such a shame that doesn't apply here.

They are going to some of the same places you went to, I think. Between them they have 4 children, ages will range from almost 3 to 5, plus the 4 adults. Do you have any advice re enjoyable excursions that might be suitable? I was thinking of gifting a glass bottom boat experience.

This FTTF you pre booked. Does the booking have to be done when booking the cabins or can it be done anytime? What queues does it apply to eg does it apply to the excursion line queue? Just to get on the tenders first though would be a bonus!

MicCanberra

Cheers for the report/review.

41 minutes ago, cheznandy said: The muster was a disaster for us too, exactly as you describe but there was no staff showing "how to put on the life vest" it was only when it was over that they noticed there was no one in our section!! For us it was the worst, unorganised, sardine packed muster ever.

Interesting and disappointing. There are so many more pleasant ways to run muster on ships nowadays (including in comfortable spaces like the restaurants) that it’s disappointing that Carnival are doing it in such a disorganised way.

We had an elderly out-spoken gentleman on our cruise who was yelling quite aggressively at staff about how it’s the worst muster he’s ever attended. While I agreed with all he was saying, his approach wasn’t exactly helping the situation.

11 minutes ago, sherri3802 said: Thank you for posting. I had just been about to start a new thread to ask a question but see that you have answered it. Two of my daughters plus their families are going on this cruise in late March to the Sth Pacific and one daughter told me that they can't book excursions online. I have been on a small number of cruises (P &O and Princess) and to be honest, I thought she had to have it wrong as we were always able to book excursions online ages before we went. In fact, I think Carnival have online booking in US plus the facility for someone to pay for an excursion for a gift. Such a shame that doesn't apply here. They are going to some of the same places you went to, I think. Between them they have 4 children, ages will range from almost 3 to 5, plus the 4 adults. Do you have any advice re enjoyable excursions that might be suitable? I was thinking of gifting a glass bottom boat experience. This FTTF you pre booked. Does the booking have to be done when booking the cabins or can it be done anytime? What queues does it apply to eg does it apply to the excursion line queue? Just to get on the tenders first though would be a bonus!

She is unfortunately correct. It shocked me too that you couldn’t prebook any excursions through Carnival Australia. Hopefully that changes soon.

FTTF can be booked at anytime until it’s sold out. I think in the USA it books out quite quickly, but I think it’s less well known in the Australian market as it didn’t seem many on our cruise had booked it.

Details of what it includes are here:

https://www.carnival.com.au/fun-shops/faster-to-the-fun.aspx

I will detail excursions in an upcoming post, but for a quick summary we booked:

- A Catamaran snorkelling tour in Noumea which Was great but probably isn’t suitable for kids that young.

- In Isle of Pines we booked nothing and would do the same again. The beach is free and an absolute highlight. - In Lifou we booked the Jinek Bay snorkel. There isn’t a huge amount of selection on the Island and I didn’t see anything else there that I would have rather done.

- In Mare we booked the bus to the beach which I think the majority of the ship also booked as there isn’t a lot else on offer at Mare. It was a nice beach.

23 minutes ago, MicCanberra said: Cheers for the report/review.

You’re welcome 😊

I did their crazy muster in Singapore, on a hot day (as they always are in Singapore). Luckily we were on the shady side of the ship. I was glad we weren't on the sunny side.

25 minutes ago, By The Bay said: I did their crazy muster in Singapore, on a hot day (as they always are in Singapore). Luckily we were on the shady side of the ship. I was glad we weren't on the sunny side.

Were you on the repositioning as well?

25 minutes ago, cheznandy said: Were you on the repositioning as well?

Last year on Spirit.

Decor, Wifi and Cabin

Anyone who’s done at least 10 minutes research into the Splendor will know that it’s called the ‘Pink Ship’ and pink it is. Prior to the cruise, I was quite worried that I would find the decor an eyesore and was therefore disappointed to hear that the pink wasn’t toned down during the big refurb. (It seems not a whole lot was done during the refurb... but that’s another story). However, perhaps my low expectations were a good thing as I ended up finding the decor quite charming in a kitschy kind of way. I think it represented the intended vibe of the ship.

My husband, however thought it was garish and mentioned multiple times how much more he preferred the clean, modern lines of Celebrity. I too preferred the decor of Celebrity Reflection and, even more so, the old school elegance of the Disney Fantasy, but I also don’t think Carnival’s intention is for their aesthetic to be comparable with others. It’s meant to be fun and whimsical and I would argue that it is.

The ship was showing it’s age. While it was always immaculately clean, there was the occasional technical issue (eg broken elevators, blocked toilets, problematic air-conditioning) which were mostly fixed very quickly, but were still noticed. My husband is an engineer and notices things that I wouldn’t, such as poor welds and crude fixes, and he pointed such things out regularly. None of these issues worried me, but they did irk him a bit.

Our cabin was an outside/window cabin on the second floor and it was perfectly functional. Again, it was a bit dated, but it was a decent size, it had heaps of storage, a nice big window and the bed was comfortable. There was a faint sewerage smell in the bathroom and outside in the hall that hung around the whole cruise, but we couldn’t smell it in the main part of the cabin which was good.

The onboard laundrette got busier as the week went on, but we still managed to squeeze in a couple of laundry runs. Due to the pay machines not working, both the washers and dryers were running for free which was a bit of a bonus.

Our room steward was friendly and kept our cabin really clean. He asked at the start of the cruise whether we wanted a morning or evening clean which took me a bit by surprise as I am used to cabins being cleaned at both times on cruises. However, given that once is more than enough for us, it wasn’t an issue. We opted for the evening clean as it’s so nice to return from dinner to a clean cabin, a printed schedule for the next day and a towel animal. Plus (and this might just be a complete misconception) but our room steward seemed much more happy and energetic than past stewards who have had to rush through 2+ cleans per room per day. Our room steward on the Celebrity Reflection always looked downright exhausted and overworked which always made me feel guilty about him cleaning our room.

Lastly, the onboard wifi only worked well in our cabin. It occasionally worked in the dining room, but pretty much nowhere else on the ship. That was okay as it was in our cabin that we liked to browse the internet. But had we paid extra for the $9 per person onboard messaging service (that is attached to the otherwise free Carnival Hub app) I would have asked for my money back. Only being able to use it when your whole family are in the same room (ie your cabin) renders this function useless. The app was otherwise quite good.

I had paid for both my husband and I to get the middle-priced wifi package that allows for more than just social media sites, but doesn’t allow you to watch videos of any description or stream music. That is exactly what I got, but for some reason my husband could still access video sites such as You Tube. I wondered if perhaps they had upgraded his package for free since the wifi around the ship wasn’t working that well.

5 hours ago, By The Bay said: Last year on Spirit.

Opps. 2018. No longer last year. 🙂

I just realised that I forgot to mention the layout of the ship in the section above. If you read online reviews, you will see that it is a bit of a contentious issue. Putting the galley in the middle of decks 3 and 4 demonstrates a design plan that wasn’t well thought through. It takes a few days to adjust to this, but once you do, it is not really an issue.

We were told on the first night to remember the Dolly Parton song ‘9 to 5’ as decks 5 and 9 are both good decks for traversing the ship. This was good advice as it was helpful.

Entertainment

I really liked the entertainment on the Splendor and it was one of the highlights for me of cruising Carnival. I am an active relaxer who likes to do activities that keep my brain active. I therefore enjoyed all the trivia and games that were happening around the ship during sea days. I was disappointed there wasn’t more arts and crafts (especially since I have read that the Spirit has a dedicated space for this), but the daily entertainment was still better than what I have encountered on any other cruise, including Disney. The evening stage shows were not as good as Disney’s (which is to be expected given that Disney has made its money through the entertainment industry) but the shows were much better than what we have experienced on Celebrity. I particularly loved the 80s show and the Rock show which both really appealed to my nostalgic music tastes.

There were plenty of onboard musicians and they were all really good. I particularly liked the guy in the Piano Bar who did awesome Elton John and Beatles tribute shows. Get there early if you want a seat near the piano - it’s particularly worth it for his Elton John show. The only downside is that Piano Bar REALLY needs air-con.

The comedy club was something I hadn’t experienced on a cruise before and I really enjoyed it. There were 4 comedians on our cruise and they all did a couple of PG shows and a couple of R18 shows. We got to 3 of the PG shows and they were great. I think it takes a real talent to make a joke funny to adults without the need for sexual references or cuss words.

We also attended a few of the R18 shows and while I really disliked the one that relied on the F word in every sentence to try and make it funny, there was one comedian who made up his routine on the spot by heckling the audience and he was hilarious. I loved it, as did my husband, who I think found the comedy club the entertainment highlight of the cruise.

My son didn’t attend the Circle C kids club at any stage as he is quite a shy boy and wasn’t keen. However, he did love the water slides and went on these multiple times on his own. Plus he was just happy to hang out with us at the quizzes etc and read his books. There was always a break during meals where the wait staff broke into song and dance. I liked this, it was a bit of fun, and I liked how many customers dressed up for dinner to match the theme of the evening (80’s, Island night and Mexican Night). If I was to cruise Carnival again, I would be a bit more prepared this time with some dress up clothes. As Lee, the cruise director, kept saying, “Fun is what you make it” and the people getting into the theme of each evening were certainly having fun.

Tina Turner singalong at dinner

The piano guy was awesome

On 1/9/2020 at 1:57 PM, By The Bay said: Last year on Spirit.

i had that bad side. on that day.. Then we didn't sail for another 3 or 4 hours. Still loading. Great cruise though..

Hi. I stumbled across your review and I'm enjoying it. We have booked Celebrity Solstice for a round trip cruise to New Caledonia and Vanuatu out of Sydney on Jan 2021. So your trip report is an interesting read.

Thank you again for your advice for our NZ cruise that we took last month. While on board I met a couple that was on a roll call that was still mulling over whether to sign up for the Dunedin to Milford Sound overland tour. I told them how you thought it was really worthwhile, and I don't know if it convinced them, but they bought the tour and they said they loved it afterward.

It was nice to meet you on Reflection a year ago. It was such a nice cruise. Our very first cruise was with Carnival and it got my wife and I hooked on cruising. I'll be interested in seeing your comparison between the two cruise lines. And I'll be interested in reading about your ports.

23 minutes ago, mahdnc said: @oskarNZ , Hi. I stumbled across your review and I'm enjoying it. We have booked Celebrity Solstice for a round trip cruise to New Caledonia and Vanuatu out of Sydney on Jan 2021. So your trip report is an interesting read. Thank you again for your advice for our NZ cruise that we took last month. While on board I met a couple that was on a roll call that was still mulling over whether to sign up for the Dunedin to Milford Sound overland tour. I told them how you thought it was really worthwhile, and I don't know if it convinced them, but they bought the tour and they said they loved it afterward. It was nice to meet you on Reflection a year ago. It was such a nice cruise. Our very first cruise was with Carnival and it got my wife and I hooked on cruising. I'll be interested in seeing your comparison between the two cruise lines. And I'll be interested in reading about your ports. David

Great to hear from you. I agree it was really nice to meet you last year on the Reflection. Can you believe that a whole year has passed? I get Facebook memories reminding me of that cruise daily at present with today’s memory of Curacao. Tomorrow will be Bonaire which I think was my favourite port of the whole cruise, so I’ll enjoy that reminder.

Your post has reminded me that I need to surge on with this review. I’ve been a bit distracted the last week starting to plan the next vacation and to be honest I wasn’t sure anyone was overly interested in this review 🤣 so I took a bit of a break. But I will carry on. What ports are you visiting on your cruise as if any overlap with the ones we did (Noumea, Lifou, Isle of Pines, Mare) I’ll start with those?

Phew. I’m so happy that the people you spoke to enjoyed their overland trip. I know how expensive those excursions are, but it’s also a great way to see our beautiful mountain/lake districts if your time in NZ is limited to the length of the cruise. I might be a bit biased though since it’s the area I live and love. 😂

I really need to go and read your review so I can remind myself of what excursions and activities you and your family picked. I hope you enjoyed them all.

We work be visiting 6 ports. Your four ports plus Mystery Island and Vila, Vanuatu.

Nice pictures, by the way.

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The terminal of Cruise Port Amsterdam is an all year round destination. In this calendar you’ll find all the information regarding the arrival and departure dates.

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Carnival Firenze cruise ship arrives at new home in Long Beach

The Long Beach Cruise Terminal has a new resident — a 1000-foot-long, 5,200-guest cruise ship by the name of Firenze .

The Carnival cruise ship arrived Tuesday after traveling from Europe to Long Beach , which will be its permanent home base as it sails year-round, offering multi-day cruises to the Mexican Riviera.

The Firenze is an Italian-inspired ship that is named after the city of Florence. It was originally part of a fleet of cruise ships belonging to Costa Cruises, a popular cruise line in Italy, and a subsidiary of Carnival.

It was built and delivered to Costa Cruises in December 2020, but in June 2022 , it was announced Firenze would be coming stateside as part of the company’s “ Costa by Carnival ” initiative, alongside its sister ship, Carnival Venezia, which calls New York City home.

Both cruise ships feature Italian-themed restaurants, bars and entertainment, and unique Italian-inspired design and architecture.

It’s the third Carnival cruise ship to sail from Long Beach to Baja Mexico and the Mexican Riviera, joining the Carnival Panorama and Radiance ships. Firenze is the largest of the three and has the highest maximum passenger capacity of more than 6,500 combined guests and crew.

The ship is over 323 meters long with 135,300 gross tonnage, a measurement of a ship’s total internal volume, and has more than 2,100 passenger cabins, according to its specification page .

Firenze’s maiden voyage —from Long Beach, at least — will take place on Thursday, with an “Italian-inspired” inaugural event and naming celebration being held the day before at the Carnival Cruise Terminal.

Carnival Cruise Line executives will be on hand, as well as actor Jonathan Bennett, known for several holiday romance films and his portrayal of Aaron Samuels in the classic teen-comedy “Mean Girls.”

Bennett is a longtime Carnival cruiser and even honeymooned on one of its ships, Carnival officials said. He sailed the first voyage of Venezia last May and has been given the unofficial title of Firenze’s “godfather.”

Firenze will offer several different itinerary options, with cruises ranging from three-day quick tips to seven-day excursions.

Cruises can be reserved by phone or online at carnival.com .

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KTLA.

Carnival Firenze arrives in Long Beach, its new permanent home, on April 23, 2024. (Carnival Cruise Line)

THE 10 BEST Moscow Boat Rides & Cruises

Boat rides & cruises in moscow.

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12. Lovely Russia Tours

13. Capital River Boat Tours - Moscow Centre

14. Alfa Centr

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16. Sup Outdoor

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19. Soho Sailing Style

20. Diving Center Crocodile

21. Mosparokhodstvo

22. Dive-Project

24. Kosinskiy Children Marine Club

25. Kayak Moscow

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such option offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!” wrote (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as this offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This website (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other website sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center: Hotel Ukraine and Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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Funtastic New Year's Cruises
Enjoy the evening your way and count down the last seconds of the year in the company of friends and family. There's even a Youth Program New Year's Eve celebration for the younger crowd, so you can dance the night away worry free. Wake up to a New Year and a fresh new start on a Carnival New Year's cruise. SHOP SAILINGS.
Carnival Splendor Cruise: Expert Review (2023)
Editor Rating. 4.0. Very Good. Overall. Tiana Templeman. Contributor. Carnival Splendor is a big vessel with a huge personality -- and it sets itself apart from the Carnival pack in grand style ...
Carnival Splendor Cruise Ship
Carnival Splendor. It's hard to tell which onboard space best represents Carnival Splendor — they all seem to hint at the amazing time you're going to have. El Morocco Lounge hosts comedy shows, musical performances, karaoke and more… and wears its 1930s namesake clearly on its nameplate. The words "Royal Flush Casino" incite ...
Carnival Splendor Itinerary, Current Position, Ship Review
The 2008-built Carnival Splendor cruise ship belongs to Costa's Concordia-class liners - with sisterships Concordia (sunk in 2012), Favolosa, Fascinosa, Serena and Pacifica.Splendor was the largest "Fun Ship" until the debut of Carnival Dream in 2009.. The vessel (IMO number 9333163) is currently Panama-flagged (MMSI 372808000) and registered in Colon.It was first announced that the ship would ...
Carnival Splendor Cruise Ship, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Carnival Splendor
Year Built: 2008; Last Refurbished: 2019; Free Cruise Planning. 1.800.377.9383. QUICK. FREE. EASY. ... delicious food and breathtaking views on an Australia and New Zealand cruise with Carnival Cruise Line. ... An Interior stateroom is the most affordable way to cruise, and Carnival Splendor's interiors are not just cozy, but are full of things ...
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor is a Concordia-class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line.As she is the only Concordia-class ship in the Carnival fleet, she is also referred to as a Splendor-class ship.Her other sister ships are part of the Costa Crociere fleet. The ship was originally designed and ordered for Costa Cruises but she was transferred to Carnival Cruise Line during construction.
Carnival Splendor full ship tour with deck plans 2023
This video is a ship tour of the Carnival splendor. Taken during the 2022-2023 New Years cruise. ... Taken during the 2022-2023 New Years cruise. Come and look at all the Amenities and locations ...
Day 1 Carnival Splendor
Hey everyone! This is day 1 of our 9 night new years cruise on the Carnival Splendor! We waited over 12 months for this cruise and we had an absolute ball on...
Carnival Splendor ship details, destinations, deck plans and more
The 113,300-ton, 3,006-guest Carnival Splendor is both delightful and lovely. With an incredible variety of entertainment, accommodations — many designed for families, diverse restaurants and activities, she offers an exciting vacation. She is better-than-ever after Fun 2.0 upgrades in 2015, with new bars, a Mexican restaurant, poolside ...
Carnival Splendor cruise review: After three years without cruising, I
THE DETAILS. CRUISE. Carnival Splendor's three-night cruises from Sydney to Moreton Island operate once a month until July 2023 and resume in October 2023. Fares for the February 9, 2023 departure ...
Trip Report/Review of Carnival Splendor
January 23, 2011. New Zealand. #1. Posted January 8, 2020 (edited) Kia ora from New Zealand. My family of 3 (2 adults and a 12 year old) just returned home from a New Years cruise on Carnival Splendor and I thought I'd write a bit of a report of our trip for those who are interested to learn more about the ship since it has only been cruising ...
Carnival Splendor Cruise Ship: Overview and Things to Do
As mentioned, when this ship debuted, she was the largest in the Carnival family. However, that was in 2008 and larger ships followed just a year later. Still, Carnival Splendor 's size is ...
Carnival Splendor 30th of December 2024. New Years Cruise
A group for anyone cruising onboard Carnival Splendor on the 30th of December 2024. New Years cruise departing Sydney to Noumea, Lifou and Mystery Island . Carnival Splendor 30th of December 2024.
10 Reasons Why Carnival Splendor Is the Cruise Ship for You
4. You're a fan of Dr. Seuss. Splendor is nearly unbeatable for its kid-friendly programming, and was the first ship to roll out Carnival's 2014-debuted Seuss at Sea program, which will be ...
Carnival Splendor Review
Carnival Splendor Cruises: Read 1476 Carnival Splendor cruise reviews. Find great deals, tips and tricks on Cruise Critic to help plan your cruise.
Day 9 & 10
I merged the last 2 days together, Again because I was sick and didn't do a whole lot of recording.We hope you guys enjoyed this cruise and will join us for ...
Carnival Splendor Cruise Review by jwong
5 out of 5. 23 Night Transpacific Carnival Journeys (Seattle To Sydney) Sail date: September 06, 2022. Ship: Carnival Splendor. Cabin type: Inside. Cabin number: 2417. Traveled as: Large Group. Reviewed: 1 year ago. Absolutely glad that we took a chance to book this 23 night cruise, was very relaxing, the variety of dinning options and the ...
All Carnival Cruise Ships By Age: Newest to Oldest
The ship started sailing for Carnival in 1972, and the "Fun Ships" have kept coming ever since! Mardi Gras was over 27,200 gross tons, a huge difference from the new Excel-class vessels. As of ...
The 8 classes of Carnival Cruise Line ships, explained
The arrival of Mardi Gras and Carnival Celebration has marked a major turning point for the line. The two vessels rank 15th and 13th, respectively, on the list of the world's largest cruise ...
Carnival Plants Thousands of Trees at New Private Island Destination
As with the majority of the mainstream cruise lines, Carnival Cruise Line has been prioritizing sustainability measures, including moving up its greenhouse gas reduction goal of 20% by four years ...
Buongiorno, West Coast! Carnival Firenze Named in Long Beach
The 5,000-guest Carnival Fun Italian Style ship is sailing year-round from the Port of Long Beach, building on the popularity of Carnival cruises by adding significant capacity and joining two Carnival ships currently sailing year-round -- the 5,100-passenger Carnival Panorama and the nearly 4,000-passenger Carnival Radiance.
Sea cruise calendar
The terminal of Cruise Port Amsterdam is an all year round destination. ... Type of call: Cruise call Cruiseline: Carnival Cruiselines Length: 294 meter Number of decks: 12 Passengers: 2124 Flag: Malta Details. 06 Aug. Norwegian Prima. ... Seven Seas Splendor.
Carnival Firenze cruise ship arrives at new home in Long Beach
The Long Beach Cruise Terminal has a new resident — a 1000-foot-long, 5,200-guest cruise ship by the name of Firenze. The Carnival cruise ship arrived Tuesday after traveling from Europe to Long ...
THE 10 BEST Moscow Boat Rides & Cruises (Updated 2024)
Explore the scenic and historic attractions of Moscow from the water with the best boat tours and cruises. Enjoy the views of the Kremlin, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and the Sparrow Hills on a relaxing or informative boat ride. Or, spice up your trip with some water sports and activities in Moscow. Find out more on Tripadvisor.
Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia's
Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.
Boat tours and river cruises through Moscow: where to take them
On this map you can see the details of the longest and most classic of the Flotilla Radisson boat tours: 2. Companies that do boat tours on the Moskva River. There are many companies that do cruises on the Moskva River, but the 4 main ones are: Capital River Boat Tour Company (CCK) Mosflot. Flotilla Radisson.