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Taking a look back at the cruising industry: 1990s

by - 28 Jun 2019

The 90s saw plenty of ships being launched, many of which are still sailing today or even were the first ships for what are now some of the world’s most popular cruise lines!

We decided to take a look back at the ships that launched the 1990s and see which vessels set sail in the nineties.

• Royal Caribbean acquired Viking Serenade from Royal Admiral Cruises. The ship was converted from a cruiseferry into a cruise ship by the line and sailed for 12 years under Royal Caribbean.
• Celebrity Cruises was formed! Their first ship, Meridian, joined the fleet in February and a second ship, Horizon, joined in May.
• Fred. Olsen Lines also received MS Bayard, which sailed between Norway and Denmark. She was sold the following year and is now sailing as MS Moby Zazà with the Italian shipping company, Moby Lines.
• Carnival Fantasy completed her maiden voyage, though she was just called Fantasy back then. The ship was built as the lead ship of the Fantasy-class of ships for the line and was rebranded as Carnival Fantasy in 2007. She still sails for the line out of Alabama cruise port, Mobile as the oldest ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet!
• The last ship to join the Royal Caribbean fleet without ‘ of the Seas’  set sail in 199o. Nordic Empress was the first mainstream cruise ship designed for the three- and four-day cruise market. She was renamed in 2004 as Empress of the Seas and continues to sail for the line today!

• Another Carnival Cruise Line ship sets sail – Carnival Ecstasy. This ship was also launched without the prefix ‘ Carnival ‘  to her name, when she was christened by television hostess, entertainer and longtime Carnival spokesperson, Kathie Lee Gifford. She is still in operation with Carnival Cruise Line, sailing from ports in the US to the Caribbean.
• Regal Princess also had her maiden voyage in 1991, not to be confused with the Regal Princess we know and love today! The initial Regal Princess was officially named by the former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in August ’91, from which the ship entered service for the Caribbean. She was eventually transferred to the P&O Australia fleet in 2007 where she was rebranded as Pacific Dawn for sailings to the South Pacific.
• Monarch of the Seas set off on her maiden voyage as Royal Caribbean’s second ship in the third generation Sovereign Class. At her time of completion, Monarch of the Seas was one of the largest cruise ships in the world! She now operates under Pullmantur Cruises as MS Monarch.

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• Adding a third ship to the fleet, Celebrity Cruises received their first new-build ship, Zenith, in 1992. She was used for sailings from Florida to the Caribbean and Bermuda islands, before being sold on to Pullmantur Cruises as MV Zenith.
• Dreamward also set off on her maiden voyage this year, as the tenth ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet. She was renamed Norwegian Dream in 1998, before being sold to Star Cruise and renamed SuperStar Gemini.
• Royal Caribbean’s Majesty of the Seas joined the fleet in 1992, offering short sailings in the Caribbean from Florida. She also has a 1/8th scale model ship which launched in 2005 and offers river cruises around Paris!

• Carnival Sensation joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in 1993, as the third ship in the Fantasy class. She still sails for the line today, offering short sailings in the Bahamas.
• December 1993 saw Holland America Line’s MS Maasdam join the fleet as the Statendam Class, which she continues to sail in today. When launched, her class proved to be one of the world’s most technically advanced and optimised cruise ships in the world!
• Norwegian Cruise Line also expanded its fleet with Windward, the sister-ship to Dreamward. In 1998, she was lengthened by 130-feet and renamed Norwegian Wind, before being transferred to Star Cruises as SuperStar Aquarius.

• The fourth Fantasy-class ship joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet. Fascination was built in Helsinki and christened by Jeanne Farcus, wife of Joe Farcus – the interior designer behind most of the line’s fleet. She was renamed Carnival Fascination in 2007 following a line-wide rebrand.
• Ryndam joined the Holland America Line as another ship in the Statendam Class. She was sold to P&O Cruises Australia in 2015 and renamed Pacific Aria where she continues to sail out of Australia ports year round.
• MSC Cruises , then Lauro Lines, acquired two ships – Symphony and Monterey – ahead of her name change to MSC Cruises in 1995. Symphony retired in 2000 and Monterey in 2006.
• Silversea’s Silver Cloud entered service as the cruise line’s first ship. She continues to sail for Silversea today and underwent a refurbishment in 2017 to become an expedition cruise ship.

• Celebrity Cruises’ Century-class launches with Century, to be renamed Celebrity Century in 2008. She was eventually passed to Marella Cruises to become Marella Explorer 2.
• Disney Cruise Line launches! The line commissioned two ships, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder , which would later launch in 1998 and 1999.
• Another Fantasy-class ship also joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in 1995 as Imagination. She was renamed Carnival Imagination in 2007 and still sails on short sailings from California.
• Crystal Symphony started sailing for Crystal Cruises in 1995 and is the longest-serving ship in the Crystal Cruises fleet, continuing to sail still today!
• P&O Cruises’ first new ship joined the fleet as Oriana , now the smallest of seven ships currently in service. She also holds the Golden Cockerel as the fastest ship in the fleet, as well as the oldest and longest-serving.
• Princess Cruises’ Sun Class launched with Sun Princess which, at the time of completion, was one of the largest cruise ships in the world. Sun Princess also starred on the TV show, Love Boat: The Next Wave in the late 90s.
• Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas joined the fleet in 1995, to become one of the line’s most travelled ships having been based in Asia, Australia, South Pacific, Alaska, Central America, the Caribbean, the Baltics, the Mediterranean and the Middle East during her 19-year career! In 2016, Royal Caribbean sold the ship to Marella Cruises, then TUI Cruises, for her to be renamed Marella Discovery 2.
• Joining sister-ship, Silver Cloud, Silversea’s Silver Wind set sail on her maiden voyage in 1995 and still operates with the line today.

• At the start of ’96, Seabourn acquired Queen Odyssey from Royal Cruise Line and renamed her Seabourn Legend. During her service with the line, she was featured in the 1997 film  Speed 2: Cruise Control  starring Jason Patric, Sandra Bullock and William Defoe. She now operates under Windstar Cruises as Star Legend.
• Galaxy entered service for Celebrity Cruises , alongside sister-ship Century, where she operated week-long Caribbean itineraries. In 1998, Galaxy was the setting of BBC’s  The Cruise,  which made Jane McDonald famous! She was renamed Celebrity Galaxy in 2008, before being sold to Marella Cruises in 2017 as Marella Explorer.
• Carnival Cruise Line launched the first passenger ever built to be over 100,000 tons – known as Carnival Destiny – the lead ship of the Sunshine Class. In 2013, Carnival Destiny was renamed Carnival Sunshine following major renovations. She continues to sail to the Caribbean for the line today.
• Another Carnival Cruise ship joining the fleet in 1996 was Carnival Inspiration , then just Inspiration. She was renamed Carnival Inspiration in 2007.
• Norwegian Cruise Line’s Westward was sold to Fred. Olsen in 1996 to become Black Watch , currently the longest-serving ship still in operation for the line.
• MS Veendam was launched for Holland America Line, named after the capital of Northern Netherland’s peat colonies. She still sails for the line today, cruising to South America as well as Canada & New England.
• Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas launched the line’s Vision Class in 1996, of which she still continues to operate under. Splendour of the Seas also joined the Vision Class, though she was sold to Marella Cruises in 2016 to become Marella Discovery.

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• The second Century-class ship for Celebrity Cruises joined in 1997 as Mercury. She was renamed by the cruise line in 2008 to Celebrity Mercury, then eventually sold to Marella Cruises as Mein Schiff Herz where she operates beside sister-ship Marella Explorer, former Celebrity Galaxy!
• Holland America Line’s lead ship of the Rotterdam Class launched in ’97 as MS Rotterdam . She was the sixth ship in the fleet to bear the name, after SS Rotterdam (1959) and the city. She continues to sail for the line around Europe and South America.
• 1997 also saw MSC Cruises acquire StarShip Atlantic to become Melody. In 2012, MSC Cruises retired the ship where she was sold, renamed Qing and converted into floating accommodation. In 2016, the ship was sold again, this time for demolition and scrapping.
• Princess Cruises welcomed Dawn Princess to the fleet in ’97, built as a Sun-class ship and sister-ship to Sun Princess and Sea Princess. She was eventually sold to P&O Cruises Australia and renamed Pacific Explorer in 2017 when she was christened by Dora the Explorer!
• Royal Caribbean’s Vision Class expanded once again with Rhapsody of the Seas and Enchantment of the Seas , both ships still continue to serve for the line today!
• Saga acquired the Sagafjord in 1997 and renamed her Saga Rose. She sailed for the line until 2009 when she failed to meet the required regulations. Saga Rose was eventually moved to the Yangtze River where she was sadly scrapped in 2011. The ship still holds the world records for the most world cruises ever completed by a ship – at 44 altogether!

• Paradise joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in ’98, later to be renamed Carnival Paradise in line with the cruise line’s fleetwide rebrand. She was initially launched as the world’s first completely non-smoking cruise ship, though Carnival Cruise Line discontinued this due to poor revenue. She continues to sail today, offering short sailings to the Caribbean and Mexico.
• Elation also joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet this year, and too underwent the rebrand to Carnival Elation in 2007. The ship was the first to be fitted with Azipod propulsion units – offering better fuel efficiency.
• Princess Cruises also welcomed a ship to the fleet this year with Grand Princess . At the time, she was the largest and most expensive passenger ship every built and the flagship of the Princess Cruises’ fleet until Royal Princess took the title in 2013.
• Royal Caribbean’s Vision Class further expanded with the addition of Vision of the Seas – the last in the class. She continues to sail for the line on Northern European, the Caribbean and North American itineraries.
• Disney Cruise Line’s first ship, Disney Magic , launched. Her godmother is Patricia Disney, former wife of Walt Disney’s nephew Roy E. Disney. The ships were the first in the industry to be designed and built as family cruise liners, with the goal of accommodating parents and children.

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• In the last year of the 90s, Carnival Cruise Line welcomed Carnival Triumph. Earlier this year, she underwent a $200m refurbishment and was renamed Carnival Sunrise .
• Disney Cruise Line’s second ship to join the fleet was Disney Wonder , almost identical to her fleet mate, Disney Magic . She offers cruises to North America and will homeport in New Orleans from 2020.
• Holland America Line also expanded its fleet with MS Volendam , as the second ship in the Rotterdam class. She still sails with the fleet today.
• Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Sky joined the fleet in 1999 as part of the Sun Class. She was later renamed Pride of Aloha in 2004, before returning to her original name in 2008 as we continue to see her today.
• 1999 also saw Regent Seven Seas Cruises , then Radisson Seven Seas Cruises, launch Seven Seas Navigator . 90% of her staterooms had private verandas and the ship even featured in the movie,  After the Sunset,  starring Pierce Brosnan and Salma Hayek.
• Voyager of the Seas joined the Royal Caribbean cruise fleet as the lead ship in the Voyager Class. Upon departing on her maiden voyage, Voyager of the Seas was the largest cruise ship in the world, to be overtaken the following year by Explorer of the Seas . Voyager of the Seas was the first ship in the fleet to include a rock-climbing wall and the first ice-skating rink at sea.
• 1999 was the year Seabourn acquired Royal Viking Sun for the Royal Viking Line, where she was renamed Seabourn Sun. However, shortly after, Seabourn transferred the ship to Holland America Line as Prinsendam, so that they could concentrate on smaller vessels.

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A Guide to All 27 Carnival Cruise Ships

With 27 ships and hundreds of itineraries, there’s a Carnival cruise for everyone.

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Carnival Cruise Line offers numerous cruise options worldwide with a fleet of 27 ships. Their cruises include all the hits: celebrity chef-driven restaurants, onboard rollercoasters, dedicated kids venues, serene spa moments, adults-exclusive pool decks, and exciting destinations. Carnival has it all — and can be relatively affordable. But which ship is right for you?

After sailing on eight Carnival cruises, including voyages on its oldest ship, Carnival Elation , and the newer Carnival Celebration, I’ve learned that sailing on newer ships is generally more expensive, and older vessels are more budget-friendly. However, I often consider more than the total cost before booking a cruise. I look at the ports of call, the space-to-guest ratio, the amenities and onboard activities, and the launch point.

When I select a sailing, I book through Carnival Cruise Line’s reservation number to see if I can snag an exclusive deal not listed online. Carnival's free-to-join loyalty program, the Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club, offers deals like reduced deposits, onboard credit, and room upgrades. The more you book with the cruise line, the better your deals will be. 

Before committing to a cruise, I break down the price per person per night, particularly if I need multiple cabins because I'm traveling with a group. I recommend you take advantage of Carnival's convenient 24-hour reservation hold, which displays the total cost, itinerary, and a countdown timer so you know when to purchase to secure the locked-in price.

Here, find guidance on every Carnival cruise ship, from the newest to the oldest.

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Carnival Firenze

Inaugural Year: 2024

Ship Class: Venice Class

Ship Capacity: 4,126 double occupancy; 5,245 total guests

Standout Amenities: Amari bar for a peritivi and digestivi ; Serenity Adult-Only Retreat when you need time away from kids; and Pizzeria Del Capitano for hand-tossed pizza made with imported Italian ingredients  

Originally debuted in 2021 as part of the Costa Cruises fleet (an Italy-based subsidiary of Carnival), the Firenze will set sail as a Carnival ship — with an Italian twist — in Spring 2024. Across Firenze , you’ll see touches of Italy; think cute cafe set-ups that look like they were picked up from a Florence sidewalk. Terrazza staterooms access a private sun deck with whirlpools and a bar. Carnival’s fan-favorite dining options and amenities, like Guy’s Burger Joint and WaterWorks, will be on board.

Carnival Jubilee

Inaugural Year: 2023

Ship Class: Excel Class

Ship Capacity: 5,374 double occupancy; 6,631 total guests

Standout Amenities: BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster rollercoaster; relaxing Cloud 9 Spa thermal suites with adjustable humidity and temperature; pickleball courts for challenging family and friends

Carnival Jubilee is the newest Excel-class ship in the fleet, sailing from Galveston, Texas. The massive ship offers Camp Ocean, the onboard kids club. Adults also have their own space at the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat with swaying hammocks and a bar.

Carnival Venezia

Ship Capacity: 3,934 double occupancy; 4,977 total guests

Standout Amenities: The Gondola Lounge, themed after Venice's beautiful canals; a pool area with a retractable roof

Initially built in 2019 for Costa Cruises, this ship joined the Carnival fleet in 2023. Carnival Venezia is ideal if you’re looking for a ship that celebrates one of Italy’s most iconic cities. Venice is the inspiration behind the indoor and outdoor areas, including the atrium, modeled after Piazza San Marco, and the Carnevale Lounge, inspired by Venetian masquerades. Don't miss the Venetian Toast, where the ship’s captain greets guests and crew don Venetian masks.

Carnival Celebration

Inaugural Year: 2022

Standout Amenities: Space Cruisers, a kids camp in partnership with Kennedy Space Center; The Golden Jubilee Bar for vintage cocktails; BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster

Carnival Celebration is all about never-ending good times. During my recent sailing, I found all the Carnival classics, like the Alchemy Bar and Guy’s Burger Joint, a thrilling ropes course, dive-in movies, and plenty of themed deck parties. If you’re looking to relax, it has that, too. Rent cabanas or lounge in the ocean-view whirlpools at Loft 19, where attentive staff take care of everything, like delivering you fruit and chilled towels. My favorite spot to hang out was the aft Patio Pool because it wasn't ever super crowded, and the view of the ocean was unmatched. 

Carnival Luminosa

Ship Class: Spirit Class

Ship Capacity: 2,260 double occupancy; 2,826 total guests 

Standout Amenities: Carnival fan-favorite Alchemy Bar; Circle “C” tween club; Cloud 9 Spa hydrotherapy pool for rejuvenating soaks

Carnival Luminosa (formerly the Costa Luminosa ) is for you if you want to sail to destinations like Alaska and Australia. It also offers occasional itineraries through scenic transpacific spots like Fiji, Tahiti, Hawaii, and Japan. The ship has all of the brand’s classic amenities, like the RedFrog Rum Bar and Punchliner Comedy Club, plus an array of dining options, including sushi, pizza, ice cream, and an over-the-top brunch.

Carnival Mardi Gras

Inaugural Year: 2021

Ship Capacity: 5,282 double occupancy; 6,456 total guests

Standout Amenities: BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster for adrenaline junkies; Havana Bar for Cuban drinks and live music; Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse and Brewhouse

Carnival Mardi Gras is a nod to Carnival’s first ship, also named Mardi Gras, which was launched in 1972. The vessel has six onboard zones where families can have fun together, including the Ultimate Playground, where BOLT and the SportsSquare are located. Of course, there’s no Mardi Gras without New Orleans, so the French Quarter zone is where you’ll find Big Easy-inspired amenities like an Emeril Lagasse restaurant.

Carnival Radiance

Inaugural Year: 2021 (formerly Carnival Victory , which set sail in 2000)

Ship Class: Sunshine Class

Ship Capacity: 2,984 double occupancy; 3,873 total guests 

Standout Amenities: BlueIguana Tequila Bar for great margaritas; ZSPA for teens who want a spa day; an outdoor gym on the ship's top deck

Carnival Radiance has culinary delights and family fun in spades. If you're a foodie, try Guy’s Burger Joint for loaded burgers straight from Flavortown or Shaq’s Big Chicken for the basketball star's incredible fried chicken sandwiches. Kids will love seeing The Cat in the Hat characters during activities like character parades, story time, and character breakfasts.

Carnival Panorama

Inaugural Year: 2019

Ship Class: Vista Class

Ship Capacity: 4,008 double occupancy; 5,146 total guests

Standout Amenities: Sky Zone trampoline park where families can bounce and play games; Skyride, a suspended bike on the top deck with great ship and ocean views; Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse and Brewhouse featuring Carnival Cruise Line exclusive craft beers

Carnival Panorama is smaller than today's mega-ships, but it packs a ton of fun into its 15 decks. Rooms are spacious; some come with exclusive perks like access to the Havana Pool area or unlimited use of the spa’s thermal suites. Kids will also love that there’s an onboard waterpark, kids club, and a Build-a-Bear Workshop at Sea.

Carnival Sunrise

Ship Capacity: 2,984 double occupancy; 3,973 total guests

Standout Amenities: Cloud 9 Spa cabins with access to the thermal suites; Lucky Bowl restaurant, which is only on Carnival Sunrise and only open for lunch

Carnival Sunrise  (formerly Carnival Triumph ) features an exciting splash zone for kids and a piano bar where adults can sing along to their favorite songs all night. The ship sails on two to five-night and six to nine-night cruises from Miami, Florida, to the Bahamas.

Carnival Horizon

Inaugural Year: 2018

Ship Capacity: 3,960 double occupancy; 4,977 total guests

Standout Amenities: IMAX movie theater for a family night out; Dr. Suess Bookville for family story time and character appearances; volleyball court where adults can test their skills or just hit the ball around

Carnival Horizon has all the makings of a fun family vacation. The kids clubs have dedicated counselors who ensure children are always having fun, and parents can slip away to an adults-only bar for a cocktail or the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat to catch some sun. Then, as night falls, you can come back together for a special meal in the main dining room or JiJi Asian Kitchen, which specializes in regional Asian cuisine.

Carnival Vista

Inaugural Year: 2016

Standout Amenities: The thrilling SkyRide suspended bike for great ship and sea views; Thrill Theater for a 3-D show with water, lighting, wind, and chair movement effects; RedFrog Pub & Brewery, the first brewery at sea in North America

Carnival Vista is perfect for new cruisers. Sailings range from two to nine days out of Port Canaveral, so you can get a taste of what a cruise is like without committing to a more traditional weeklong sailing. Expect an onboard brewery, incredible restaurants, and family-friendly fun.

Carnival Sunshine

Inaugural Year: 2013

Ship Capacity: 3,002 double occupancy; 3,758 total guests

Standout Amenities: Carnival WaterWorks with multiple slides and water features; BlueIguana Tequila Bar for poolside libations; an onboard steakhouse with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for its exceptional wine list

Carnival Sunshine (formerly Carnival Destiny ) is 10 years old and a fan favorite. The lower guest capacity, at just over 3,000 for double occupancy, means you won’t have to fight hoards of people to get to and from activities. Families who want even more cabin space should book one of the aft-view extended balcony rooms with great wake views and ample private outdoor space.

Carnival Breeze

Inaugural Year: 2012

Ship Class: Dream Class

Ship Capacity: 3,690 double occupancy; 4,724 total guests 

Standout Amenities: Cloud 9 Spa for next-level relaxation; Mongolian Wok lunch restaurant; pickleball courts to get competitive with your family; waterslides

Carnival Breeze is ideal for a short cruise out of Galveston, Texas. The ship has plenty of activities throughout the day, including bingo, trivia, and live performances in the comedy club.

Carnival Magic

Inaugural Year: 2011

Ship Capacity: 3,690 double occupancy; 4,724 total guests

Standout Amenities: Cloud 9 Spa; a thrilling ropes course; Chef’s Table dining experience

Carnival Magic sails for a week or more from Miami, Florida. The ship debuted the restaurant Cucina del Capitano, which is now onboard multiple ships in the fleet. It’s also home to the original Guy’s Pig & Anchor. I sailed the Carnival Magic years ago, but I vividly remember spending an entire day enjoying the amenities at the Cloud 9 Spa and eating at the Mongolian Wok quick-service restaurant almost every afternoon for lunch.

Carnival Dream

Inaugural Year: 2009

Ship Capacity: 3,646 double occupancy; 4,631 total guests

Standout Amenities: Ocean Plaza, a multi-use entertainment venue that’s family-friendly during the day and a nightclub after dark; Guy’s Burger Joint for standout smash burgers; Cloud 9 Spa for adults to relax

Carnival Dream is known for exciting entertainment and food and beverage offerings, including Alchemy Bar, a vintage-themed cocktail "pharmacy." The ship sails from Galveston, Texas, on six to nine-day cruises. I loved playing the onboard mini-golf course.

Carnival Splendor

Inaugural Year: 2008

Ship Class: Splendor Class

Ship Capacity: 3,012 double occupancy; 3,734 total guests

Standout Amenities: Masala Tiger Indian restaurant, which is only open for lunch and only on this ship; a mini-golf course; a pool with a retractable cover

Carnival Splendor sails the Southern Hemisphere around Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific on cruises that range from two to 10 days. The ship has Carnival’s only quick-service Indian restaurant and boasts a pool with a retractable roof, so you can swim without worrying about the weather.

Carnival Freedom

Inaugural Year: 2007

Ship Class: Conquest Class

Ship Capacity: 2,980 double occupancy; 3,754 total guests

Standout Amenities: Space Cruisers kids program in partnership with Kennedy Space Center; RedFrog Pub, with Key West-inspired food and drinks; Dr. Seuss Bookville, a kids library that's themed after the famous author’s characters

Carnival Freedom is ideal for first-time cruisers because of the lower guest capacity and the smaller ship size. But don’t let the numbers fool you; this ship is packed with high-energy activities for all ages; from the kid's clubs to the casino, there’s no lack of fun to be had.

Carnival Liberty

Inaugural Year: 2005

Ship Capacity: 2,974 double occupancy; 3,576 total guests

Standout Amenities: Punchliner Comedy Club for family-friendly laughs during the day and adults-only fun at night; SkyBox Sports Bar to keep up with the big games back home; Mongolian Wok, a prime lunch spot with custom bowls

Looking to relax? Prefer a high-energy vacation? Carnival Liberty can do it all. Head to the main theater for enchanting live performances and shows every night, enjoy tacos and burgers on the pool decks, or find a lounge chair around the pool and soak up the sun.

Carnival Valor

Inaugural Year: 2004

Ship Capacity: 2,980 double occupancy; 3,756 total guests

Standout Amenities: Dive-in movies where you can catch a family-friendly flick under the stars; BlueIguana Tequila Bar for tequila and Mexican beer-based cocktails; Scarlett’s Steakhouse, where perfect steaks and impeccable sides await

Carnival Valor is almost 20 years old and still showing cruisers a good time. The ship's home ports are New Orleans, Louisiana, and Barcelona, Spain, and it offers two to over 10-night sailings. Don’t miss the epic Seaday Brunch, where you'll find all kinds of treats like huevos rancheros, french toast, loaded burgers, and chicken and waffles.

Carnival Miracle

Ship Capacity: 2,124 double occupancy; 2,680 total guests

Standout Amenities: Serenity Adult-Only Retreat where the 21-plus crowd can enjoy a kid-free space; pickleball courts that have great views of the ocean and ports of call

Fantasy worlds and elements inspired Carnival Miracle . Around the ship, you’ll find spaces like Phantom Lounge and Dr. Frankenstein’s Lab, where you can see shows or dance the night away. When you’re ready to soak up the sun, find a lounge chair at the adults-only pool deck or splash down on one of the slides at WaterWorks.

Carnival Glory

Inaugural Year: 2003

Standout Amenities: Camp Ocean kids club for children ages two to 11; AquaTunnel waterslide; 24-hour pizza delivery to anywhere on the ship

Carnival Glory is a vibrant ship inside and out. Think nightly dance parties in White Heat Dance Club, movies under the stars on the pool deck, and tacos from BlueIguana Cantina. The ship sails around the Bahamas, Caribbean, and more on two to 10-day itineraries.

Carnival Legend

Inaugural Year: 2002

Ship Capacity: 2,124 double occupancy; 2,610 total guests 

Standout Amenities: White Hot Night Party; jogging track with panoramic ocean views; Build-A-Bear Workshop at Sea where kids can make a new friend to bring home

Carnival Legend, themed around legends and lore around the world, has two pools and plenty of places to grab a bite, including the Golden Fleece Steakhouse for a stunning multi-course dinner. You're sure to return home with tales.

Carnival Conquest

Standout Amenities: Pickleball courts so you can keep up with weekly family matches; '80s Rock-In-Glow Party for an evening of throwback fun; Guy’s Burger Joint for tasty and quick meals between activities

Carnival Conquest takes cruisers to the Bahamas and the Caribbean on two to 10-day sailings. Special programs allow kids to see their favorite Dr. Seuss characters at sea, and adults can enjoy the enticing Alchemy Bar for one-of-a-kind cocktails.

Carnival Pride

Inaugural Year: 2002 

Standout Amenities: Mid-ship pool with a retractable roof; Heroes Tribute Bar, which recognizes each branch of the American military

For an extended cruise from Tampa, Florida, or Baltimore, Maryland, look to Carnival Pride . The ship has something for every type of traveler, including three kids clubs, adult-only spaces, and over a dozen different dining options.

Carnival Spirit

Inaugural Year: 2001

Ship Capacity: 2,124 double occupancy; 2,610 total guests

Standout Amenities: Domed swimming pool; two-deck fitness center; a pizza window open until 4 a.m.

Carnival Spirit sets sail from home ports around the United States to Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, and the Panama Canal. The ship offers a wide range of entertainment options, including mini-golf, a jogging track, kids clubs, and adult-centric entertainment.

Carnival Paradise

Inaugural Year: 1998

Ship Class: Fantasy Class

Ship Capacity: 2,052 double occupancy; 2,606 total guests

Standout Amenities: Serenity Adult-Only Retreat when you need a place without kids; twin racing waterslides for all ages

With two to nine-day cruises from Tampa to the Caribbean and the Bahamas, Carnival Paradise literally takes cruisers to paradise islands. The ship brims with fun amenities like the WaterWorks splash zone and the relaxing Cloud 9 Spa.

Carnival Elation

Ship Capacity: 2,052 double occupancy; 2,606 total guests 

Standout Amenities: Duke’s Piano Bar for nightly sing-a-longs; Alchemy Bar for custom cocktails; BlueIguana Cantina for breakfast and lunch options with a Mexican twist

Carnival Elation is currently the fleet's oldest ship, debuting in March 1998, and the only cruise ship from any cruise line that sails from Jacksonville, Florida. Even though the ship is small, with a total guest capacity of 2,606, it’s ideal for a quick weekend away if you want a mix of relaxation and high-energy activities. I've sailed the most on Carnival Elation since the ship sails from my hometown of Jacksonville. Even though it's the oldest in the fleet, I love that the sailings are short weekend trips where I can sit outside in the sun enjoying a Guy's Burger Joint smash burger before heading inside to see a show or play bingo. And because the ship is so small, it's easy to navigate, and I always end up making friends with the delightful crew onboard.

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Carnival Destiny Cruise Liner

Built by Fincantieri Cantieri Navali in Italy, Carnival Destiny was the first cruise ship to exceed 100,000gt and, as su

Gross tonnage

Approximately 85,700

Maximum 38.8m

Built by Fincantieri Cantieri Navali in Italy, Carnival Destiny was the first cruise ship to exceed 100,000gt and, as such, set new standards in design and construction. Carnival Destiny sails every Sunday from the Port of Miami, alternating eastern and western Caribbean itineraries. Her sister vessel is Carnival Triumph. The Panama-flagged vessel is built to Lloyd’s Register classification.

The 101,353gt vessel is 272.2m long, with a beam of 35.48m and a draught of 8.2m.

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Carnival Destiny is powered by a diesel-electric plant, based on six Sulzer medium-speed turbo-charged diesel generator sets providing power at 6,600V, 60Hz: four are 16 cylinders in V form with a rated output of 11,520kW at 514rpm, and two are twelve cylinders in V form with a rated output of 8,640kW at 514rpm. The vessel is fitted with an ABB Industria electrical propulsion pack.

Carnival Destiny has a cruising speed of 20 knots and is able to operate at sea for up to 17 days continuously.

The vessel is fitted with six thruster units with controllable pitch propellers, three forward and three aft, each driven by one 1,720kW motor, and has computer-controlled retractable fin stabilisers from the UK-based firm, Brown Brothers.

The vessel is equipped with 22 Harding lifeboats that are fitted in a wholly-dedicated semi-open deck (deck 4). Each boat can carry 150 people and allows full emergency embarkation in the stowed position. They can be lowered in a single operation, reducing the overall time required for boarding and launching.

Carnival Destiny has a maximum passenger capacity of 3,360 and carries a crew of 1,000. The vessel has a total of 1,321 passenger cabins, including eight 36m² penthouse suites, 40 suites of 27m² and a further 756 standard outside cabins, measuring approximately 18m², with balconies or windows. The standard inside cabins measure appoximately 16m².

With a total of 16 decks, the configuration of Carnival Destiny makes it easy for passengers to find their way around, the main entertainment and recreation decks being located between the passenger decks. A total of 27 Schindler elevators, 18 of which are for passenger use, facilitate movement around the ship.

All the main public areas radiate from the rotunda, a central nine-deck atrium. The rotunda’s flagship bar on deck 3 offers a view up through the skylight on sun deck 11.

With an auditorium occupying three decks and a stage complex that takes up five, Carnival Destiny’s main theatre, the palladium show lounge, is the largest seen on any cruise ship and can seat 1,600 people. A separate aft lounge seats 600 people.

The ship has two main restaurants, both occupying two decks. The main restaurant is aft and seats 1,050 while the forward restaurant seats 750. The upper-deck sun and sea lido seats 868. In addition, passengers can choose from the 24-hour pizza parlour, buffet and salad bars, Italian and Chinese buffets and the grille, which serves American-style fast food.

New innovations on Carnival Destiny include the side deck, consisting of open promenades that run the length of the ship on both sides and a 525ft long, fully-enclosed double-width promenade called destiny’s way. Comprising bars and cafés, a tuxedo rental, a flower shop and a video game and virtual reality emporium, destiny’s way ends in the three-deck high captain’s hall.

The ‘millionaire’s club’ casino offers high-rollers tables, with minimum chips of $100.

Sports facilities on-board include a gymnasium, an aerobics room, whirlpools, and sauna, steam and massage rooms. The nautica jogging track on sun deck 11 is positioned over the sun and sea pool.

The ship offers a teenage entertainment programme and separate children’s facilities, including a play centre with its own gym and pool.

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Carnival Cruise Line currently has 26 cruise ships in service. Carnival Cruise Line is the largest cruise company in the world, based on passengers carried, and the flagship brand of Carnival Corporation & plc. Known as “America’s Cruise Line” for carrying more Americans and serving more U.S. homeports than any other cruise line .

List of Carnival Cruise Ships By Age

Carnival Cruise Line has revolutionized cruising during its fifty-one years by making cruise travel fun for families and those new to cruising. This is why they also carry more children and families than any other cruise line . We hope you enjoy our comprehensive list of Carnival cruise ships .

Carnival Jubilee – 2023

Carnival Jubilee is the third ship in the  Excel Class  and sister to  Carnival Celebration  and  Mardi Gra s. She is 182,800 GRTs and carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). She is the first ship to feature a Texas Star on her bow. She is the first brand new Carnival Cruise Line ship to be based in the Port of Galveston.

Carnival Venezia – 2023

Carnival Venezia  was initially launched in 2019 for the Costa Cruises brand, is 133,500 GRTs, and carries 4,977 passengers. She is the first ship in the brand new Venice Class  and was the former  Costa Venezia .

Carnival Celebration – 2022

Carnival Celebration is the second ship in the popular Excel Class and sister to Mardi Gra s. She carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Cassidy Gifford. The ship takes her name from a former Carnival cruise ship, Celebration, that was part of the Holiday class. The name also pays homage to the company’s long history, as the ship was delivered during Carnival Cruise Line’s 50th birthday year.

Ship Highlights:

• Features on-board roller coaster (BOLT)
• Powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)

Carnival Luminosa – 2022

Carnival Luminosa is considered part of the Spirit Class and was the former Costa Luminosa . She was renamed and refurbished for service in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet starting in 2022. She was originally launched in 2008 for Costa Cruises and carries 2,826 passengers.

Mardi Gras – 2021

Mardi Gras is the first ship in the Carnival’s Excellence Class or Excel Class and sister to the Carnival Celebration. She carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez. The ship takes her name from a former Carnival cruise ship, Mardi Gras, that sailed for twenty years in the brand’s early days. The new Mardi Gras was the first ship in North America to be powered by Liquified Natural Gas (LNG). It also made history as the first ship to feature BOLT, the Ultimate Speed Coaster, the first-ever roller coaster at sea.

Carnival Panorama – 2019

Carnival Panorama is the third ship in the Vista Class . She carries 4,008 passengers (based on two per cabin). Godmother Vanna White christened her. The ship debuted Carnival Kitchen, a first-in-fleet culinary center that offers more than 15 different interactive cooking, baking, and decorating demonstrations.

Carnival Horizon – 2018

Carnival Horizon is the second ship in the Vista Class . She carries 3,960 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is rapper, actress, and singer Queen Latifah.

Carnival Horizon introduced several new innovations at the time, including Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse|Brewhouse and the first Dr. Seuss-themed water park.

Carnival Vista – 2016

Carnival Vista is the first ship in the Vista Class . She carries 3,934 passengers (based on two per cabin). This new class of ship came packed with more ways to have fun, such as a Multiplex featuring two theatres including a full-sized IMAX movie theatre, the Red Frog Pub And Brewery, a larger Carnival Waterworks, SportSquare including the SkyRide and the Havana Bar & Pool and much more.

Carnival Breeze – 2012

Carnival Breeze is the third ship in the Dream Class . She carries 4,724 passengers (based on two per cabin). Godmother Traci Mourning christened her.

Carnival Magic – 2011

Carnival Magic is the second ship in the Dream Class . She carries 4,724 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was christened by her Godmother, Lindsey Wilkerson.

Carnival Dream – 2009

Carnival Dream is the first ship in the Carnival Cruise Line’s Dream Class . She carries 4,631 passengers (based on two per cabin). Godmother actress Marcia Gay Harden christened her. Carnival Dream was the first in the Carnival fleet to include a water park with multiple slides. She also features an 18-hole miniature golf course and ‘The Lanai’ which is a wide outdoor promenade deck that includes an outdoor café and a whirlpool Jacuzzi’s in four places along the edge.

Carnival Splendor – 2008

Carnival Splendor is the only ship in the Splendor Class . She carries 3,012 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship was initially designed and ordered for  Costa Cruises , but she was transferred to Carnival Cruise Line during construction. Being the only  Concordia -class (Costa Cruises) ship in the Carnival fleet, she is called a  Splendor- class ship. The Godmother of the ship is a British musician, singer, presenter, model, and businesswoman, Myleene Klass.

Carnival Freedom – 2007

Carnival Freedom was the fifth ship built in the Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest , Carnival Valor , Carnival Liberty, and Carnival Glory . She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is American author, entrepreneur, fashion designer, philanthropist, and fashion model Kathy Ireland.

Carnival Liberty – 2005

Carnival Liberty was the fourth ship to be built in the popular Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Valor, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the Ship is an Academy Award-winning actress, documentary filmmaker, United Nations Goodwill Ambassador, and lifelong champion of victims of social injustice, Mira Sorvino.

Carnival Miracle – 2004

Carnival Miracle is the fourth ship in the popular Spirit Class of ships. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Spirit Class ships offer guests the highest percentage of space compared to other ships in the fleet.

Carnival Valor – 2004

Carnival Valor was the third ship to be built in the popular Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest , Carnival Liberty , Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory . She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is the American journalist and presenter Katie Couric.

Carnival Glory – 2003

Carnival Glory is the second ship in the Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Valor. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is American astronaut and physicist Dr. Sally Ride. On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to fly in space. She was an astronaut on a space shuttle mission.

Carnival Conquest – 2002

Carnival Conquest is the first ship built in the Conquest Class and was launched on Dec. 1, 2002. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was initially homeported in New Orleans, LA, and made news due to the power lines as the largest ship to ever sail from New Orleans at the time. The ship features many nods to its original homeport. The ship’s godmother is Corrine Lindy Claiborne Boggs.

Carnival Legend – 2002

Carnival Legend is the third ship of the Spirit Class and sister to Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, and Carnival Miracle. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Dame Judi Dench. This “all-weather” Spirit Class ship features a retractable roof in case of cold or stormy weather. The Spirit Class ships also offer guests the highest percentage of space based on passenger capacity and ship volume. This is a measurement of how spacious a ship may feel once onboard. This is one of our overall favorite ship classes in the Carnival Fleet for an overall great cruise experience.

Carnival Pride – 2002

Carnival Pride is the second ship of the famous Spirit Class and sister to Carnival Spirit, Carnival Legend, and Carnival Miracle. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Dr. Tamara Jernigan. This Spirit Class ship offers guests the highest percentage of space in the Carnival fleet based on passenger capacity and ship volume. This is a measurement of how spacious a ship may feel once onboard. This class of ship often sails from Tampa and other ports where bridges limit taller/bigger ships.

Carnival Spirit – 2001

Carnival Spirit is the first ship of the popular Spirit Class of ships. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Spirit Class ships offer guests the highest percentage of space in the Carnival fleet based on passenger capacity and ship volume. It also has unique features like an all-weather retractable roof pool in case of cold or stormy weather. It has a glass-roofed supper club for romantic dinners under the ship’s funnel. The ship’s Godmother is Dr. Tamara Jernigan. This ship and her sisters have become a favorite of seasoned Carnival cruisers due to their extra space, beautiful amenities, and the more intimate cruise experience often felt on smaller ships.

Carnival Radiance – 2000

Carnival Radiance is the third ship of the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Sunrise. She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). This ship originally entered service in 2000 as the former Destiny Class ship named the Carnival Victory. In 2021, the Carnival Victory received a massive transformation that resulted in its being renamed and also reclassified as a Sunshine Class ship. The ship’s godmother is Dr. Lucille O’Neal.

Carnival Sunrise – 1999

Carnival Sunrise is the second ship to the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Radiance . She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is Kelly Arison. This ship originally entered service in 1999 as the former Destiny Class ship named the Carnival Triumph . In 2019 the Carnival Triumph received an incredible $200 million transformation that resulted in it being renamed and also reclassified as a Sunshine Class ship.

Carnival Elation – 1998

Carnival Elation is a Fantasy Class ship and sister to Carnival Paradise . Carnival Cruise Line previously had a full complement of eight Fantasy Class ships before cost-saving measures resulted in scrapping many of them. She carries 2,052 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s Godmother is Shari Arison.

Carnival Paradise – 1998

Carnival Paradise is the second ship of the Fantasy Class and sister to Carnival Elation. Carnival once had a full complement of eight Fantasy Class ships before scrapping many due to cost-saving measures. She carries 2,052 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s Godmother is Paula Zahn.

Carnival Sunshine – 1996

Carnival Sunshine is the first ship of the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunrise and Carnival Radiance. She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). This ship initially entered service in 1996 as the former Carnival Destiny and also the first in the Destiny Class of the ships. In 2013, the Carnival Destiny received an amazing 49-day, 155-million dollar transformation that resulted in its being renamed and reclassified as the first Sunshine Class ship. The ship’s godmother is Lin Arison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the three newest carnival ships.

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ships are the Carnival Celebration, Carnival Luminosa, and Mardi Gras.

When was Carnival’s first cruise?

The original Mardi Gras was a converted ocean liner that sailed from Port Miami. She left for her first Caribbean cruise on March 11, 1972, with 530 passengers and 200 crew members on board. Unfortunately, the loaded ship ran around while exiting Port Miami’s shipping channel. This caused competitors to call the vessel “Mardi Gras On The Rocks”. However, Founder Ted Arison and the Carnival Cruise Line brand he created has had the last laugh. The Carnival Cruise Line brand continued to grow and become what it is part of today in Carnival Corporation & plc. Carnival Corporation & plc is currently the largest cruise vacation company and operates over 87 cruise ships sailing under nine different brands. 

Has a Carnival cruise ship ever sunk?

No, Fortunately, none of the Carnival Cruise Line brand ships have ever sunk.

What’s the oldest Carnival cruise ship?

Technically, the oldest cruise ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet is the Carnival Sunshine . However, Back in 2013, the ship was previously named Carnival Destiny . She was given a 49-day 155-million dollar transformation that resulted in her being renamed and almost like new.

What is Carnival’s biggest ship?

Carnival Cruise Line’s largest ship as of December 2023 is the Carnival Jubilee. She is the newest and largest ship in Carnival’s fleet, weighing 183,521 gross registered tons with a maximum passenger capacity of 6,631 in 2,687 staterooms.

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THE CRUISES OF '97

Cruise itineraries are always subject to change, and rates can vary according to season. For up-to-date information, contact a travel agent. In the cruise schedules, each entry lists, in order, the cruise line, ship, departure date, length of cruise, itinerary and minimum rate in U.S. dollars. These rates are the lowest available, per person, based on two people in one cabin. Since these lowest-priced accommodations are booked early, they may not be available. Listings were compiled by freelance writer and editor Frances Shemanski. CARIBBEAN FROM ARUBA

Seawind Cruise Line (Seawind Crown), every Sunday, 7 days; alternating itineraries; Curacao, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, Aruba and Trinidad, Tobago, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba: $1,245 (including air). FROM BARBADOS Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), March 17, 9 days; Grenada, Mayreau, St. Lucia, St. Barthelemy, St. Thomas, Virgin Gorda, West Palm Beach: $4,960. Star Clippers (Star Clipper), March 1, 15, 20; April 12, 7 days; Carriacou, Grenada, Union Island, St. Vincent, St. Lucia, Barbados: $1,395. March 8, 22; April 5, 7 days; Martinique, Dominica, St. Lucia, Tobago Cays/Bequia, Barbados: $1,395. Windstar Cruises (Wind Star), March 1, 15, 29, 7 days; Nevis, St. Martin, St. Barthelemy, Iles des Saintes, Bequia, Barbados: $2,295. March 8, 22, 7 days; Tobago Cays, Tobago, Bequia, Martinique, Iles des Saintes, St. Lucia, Barbados: $3,395. FROM FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. Celebrity Cruises (Galaxy), every Sunday through April 13, 7 days; Key West, Cozumel, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $1,875 (through March 30); $1,725 (April 6, 13) (including air). Celebrity Cruises (Mercury), every Saturday through April 19, 7 days; Jet West, Cozumel, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $1,875. Celebrity Cruises (Century), March 1, 15, 29; April 12, 26; May 10, 24; June 7, 21, 7 days; San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $1,875 (March 1, 15, 29; June 21); $1,725 (April 12 through June 7) (including air). March 8, 22; April 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31; June 14, 28, 7 days; Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Key West, Fort Lauderdale: $1,875 (March 8, 22; June 28); $1,725 (April 5 through June 14) (including air). Costa Cruise Lines (Costa Romantica), March 2, 16, 30; April 13, 7 days; Key West, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $845 (March 2, 16, 30); $795 (April 13). March 9, 23; April 6, 20, 7 days; San Juan, St. Thomas/St. John, Serena Cay/Casa de Campo (Dominican Republic), Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $845 (March 9, 23); $795 (April 6, 20). Costa Cruise Lines (Costa Victoria), March 2, 16, 30; April 13, 27, 7 days; San Juan, St. Thomas/St. John, Serena Cay/Casa de Campo (Dominican Republic), Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $845 (March 2, 16, 30); $795 (April 13, 27). March 9, 23; April 6, 20, 7 days; Key West, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $845 (March 9, 23); $795 (April 6, 20). Holland America Line (Ryndam), March 6, 16, 26; April 5, 14, 10 days; St. Maarten, St. Lucia, Barbados, Guadeloupe, St. John, St. Thomas, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $2,258 (March 6, 16, 26); $2,198 (April 5, 15). Holland America Line (Statendam), March 8, 18, 10 days; Curacao, La Guaira (Caracas), Grenada, Dominica, St. John, St. Thomas, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $2,268. Holland America Line (Westerdam), every Saturday through March 29, 7 days; San Salvador (cruising), St. Maarten, St. John, St. Thomas, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $1,398. April 26, May 10, 24, 7 days; Key West, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $1,348. Holland America Line (Veendam), every Sunday through April 6, 7 days; St. Kitts, St. John, St. Thomas, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $1,548 (through March 30); $1,498 (April 6). Norwegian Cruise Line (Dreamward), every Sunday through April 6, 7 days; Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Cancun, Great Stirrup Cay, Fort Lauderdale: $1,649 (including air). April 13, 13 days, Aruba, Antigua, Tortola, St. Thomas, San Juan, Hamilton (Bermuda), New York: $1,929. Norwegian Cruise Line (Norwegian Crown), every Saturday through April 12, 7 days; Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Great Stirrup Cay, Key West, Fort Lauderdale: $1,749 (including air). Princess Cruises (Crown Princess), March 8, 18, 28; April 7, 10 days; Nassau, St. Thomas, Guadeloupe, Barbados, Dominica, St. Maarten, Princess Cays, Fort Lauderdale: $1,949 (March 8, 18, 28); $1,899 (April 7). Princess Cruises (Star Princess), every Sunday through April 13, 7 days; Princess Cays, St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $1,149 (through March 30); $1,099 (April 6, 13). Princess Cruises (Sun Princess), every Saturday through April 26, 7 days; Princess Cays, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Fort Lauderdale: $1,349 (through March 29); $1,299 (April sailings). Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Pride), March 21, 10 days; Key West, New Orleans, Houston, Havana (Cuba), Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Fort Lauderdale: $5,850. FROM MARTINIQUE Club Mediterranee (Club Med 1) March 1, 7 days; Les Saintes, St. Barthelemy, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Martinique: $2,030. March 8, 29, 7 days; Les Saintes, St. Martin, Tintamarre, San Juan, Virgin Gorda, St. Kitts, Martinique: $2,030. March 15, 7 days; St. Lucia, Union Island, Grenada, La Blanquilla (Venezuela), Trinidad, Mayreau, Martinique: $2,030. March 22, April 5, 7 days; St. Lucia, Tobago Cays, Bequia, Mayreau, Barbados, Carriacou, Martinique: $2,030. FROM MIAMI Carnival Cruise Lines (Carnival Destiny), March 2, 16, 30; April 13, 27; May 11, 25; June 8, 22, 7 days; San Juan, St. Croix, St. Thomas, Miami: $1,399. March 9, 23; April 6, 20; May 4, 18; June 1, 15, 29, 7 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Ocho Rios, Miami: $1,399. Carnival Cruise Lines (Imagination), every Saturday, 7 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Ocho Rios, Miami: $1,399.

Carnival Cruise Lines (Sensation), every Saturday, 7 days; San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Miami: $1,399. Dolphin Cruise Line (Sea Breeze), March 2, 23; April 6, 27; May 18, 7 days; Nassau, San Juan, St. John, St. Thomas, Miami: $995 (March 2, 23; April 6); $895 (April 27, May 18). March 9, 16, 30; April 13, 20; May 4, 11, 25, 7 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Miami: $995 (March 9, 16, 30; April 13, 20); $895 (May 4, 11, 25). Norwegian Cruise Line (Norway), every Saturday through March 29, 7 days; St. Maarten, St. John, St. Thomas, Great Stirrup Cay, Miami: $1,599 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Grandeur of the Seas), every Saturday, 7 days; Labadee (Haiti), San Juan, St. Thomas, Coco Cay, Miami: $1,699 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Majesty of the Seas), every Sunday, 7 days; Labadee (Haiti), Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Miami: $1,599 (including air). FROM NEW ORLEANS Carnival Cruise Lines (Celebration), every Friday through June 27, 7 days; Tampa, Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, New Orleans: $1,399. Overlapping cruise with Sunday departures from Tampa. Commodore Cruise Line (Enchanted Isle), every Saturday (except April 26, Sept. 6), 7 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, New Orleans: $978 (March 1, 8; April 12, 19; May 3, 10); $998 (March 15, 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19). April 26, Sept. 6, 7 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Roatan, Puerto Cortes, New Orleans: $978 (April 26); $948 (Sept. 6). Holland America Line (Nieuw Amsterdam), every Saturday through April 19, 7 days; Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, New Orleans: $1,448 (through March 29); $1,398 (April 5, 12, 19). FROM PORT MANATEE, FLA. Regal Cruises (Regal Empress), March 1, 22, 6 days; Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, Key West, Port Manatee: $599. FROM SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

Carnival Cruise Lines (Fascination), every Saturday, 7 days; St. Thomas, Guadeloupe, Grenada, La Guaira (Caracas), Aruba, San Juan: $1,399. Carnival Cruise Lines (Inspiration), every Sunday, 7 days; St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Dominica, Barbados, Martinique, San Juan: $1,399. Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), March 3, 10, 7 days; St. Thomas, Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, St. Barts, San Juan: $1,899. March 28, 10 days; St. Thomas, Martinique, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Barts, Antigua, St. Maarten, San Juan: $1,899. Celebrity Cruises (Zenith), every Saturday through April 12, 7 days; St. Thomas, Guadeloupe, Grenada, La Guaira (Caracas), Aruba, San Juan: $1,875 (including air). April 19, 7 days; St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Bermuda, New York: $1,875 (including air). Celebrity Cruises (Horizon), every Saturday through April 19, 7 days; Catalina Island, Barbados, Martinique, Antigua, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,875 (through March 29); $1,725 (April 5 through 19) (including air). Celebrity Cruises (Meridian), March 7, 10 days; Aruba, La Guaira (Caracas), Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, Martinique, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,995 (including air). March 28, 8 days; St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Martinique, St. Barts, Tortola, Fort Lauderdale: $1,595 (including air). Norwegian Cruise Line (Windward), every Saturday through April 12, 7 days; Barbados, St. Lucia, St. Barts, Tortola, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,899 (including air). Norwegian Cruise Line (Seaward), March 2, 16, 30; April 13, 7 days; Aruba, Curacao, Tortola, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,669 (including air). March 9, 23; April 20, 7 days; Barbados, Martinique, St. Maarten, Antigua, St. Thomas, San Juan: $2,669 (March 9, 23); $1,569 (April 20) (including air). April 27, May 11, 25, 7 days; Santo Domingo, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,569 (including air). May 4, 18, 7 days; Santo Domingo, Barbados, Dominica, Antigua, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,569 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Nordic Empress), every Friday through March 28, 3 days; St. Thomas, St. Maarten, San Juan: $799 (including air). Every Monday through March 31, 4 days; St. Croix, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $949 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Splendour of the Seas), every Saturday through March 29, 7 days; Aruba, Curacao, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,699 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Monarch of the Seas), every Sunday, 7 days; Martinique, Barbados, Antigua, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $1,699 (including air). FROM ST. THOMAS Cunard Line (Sea Goddess II), every Saturday through March 29, 7 days; St. John, St. Martin, St. Barts, Antigua, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, St. Thomas: $4,900 (including air). April 5, 12, 4 days; St. Barts, St. Martin, Virgin Gorda, St. Thomas: $2,300 (including air). April 9, 16, 3 days; St. Barts, Jost Van Dyke, St. Thomas: $1,900 (including air). Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), March 10, 7 days; St. Martin, St. Barthelemy, Antigua, St. Lucia, Grenada, Mayreau, Barbados: $3,980. Windstar Cruises (Wind Spirit), every Sunday through March 16, 7 days; Saba, St. Martin, Iles des Saintes, St. Barthelemy, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, St. Thomas: $3,396. March 23, 5 days, to same ports, same costs. FROM TAMPA, FLA. Carnival Cruise Lines (Celebration), every Sunday through June 20, 7 days; Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, New Orleans, Tampa: $1,399. Overlapping cruises with Friday departures from New Orleans. Holland America Line (Noordam), every Saturday through April 12, 7 days; Grand Cayman, Tomas de Castilla (Guatemala), Punta Venado (Mexico), Tampa: $1,448 (through March 29); $1,398 (April 5, 12). FROM TORTOLA Tall Ship Adventures (Sir Francis Drake), every Saturday through March 29, 7 days; alternating itineraries: Peter Island, Cooper Island, Marina Cay, Long Bay, Bitter End, Leverick Bay, the Baths and Spanish Town on Virgin Gorda, Salt Island, West End/Tortola, Norman Island, Roadtown/Tortola; Roadtown/Tortola, Cooper Island, the Baths and Spanish Town on Virgin Gorda, Beef Island, Marina Cay, Long Bay and Leverick Bay, Peter Island, Jost Van Dyke, West End/Tortola, Norman Island, Roadtown/Tortola: $995. BAHAMAS/BERMUDA FROM FORT LAUDERDALE Celebrity Cruises (Meridian), 7 days, April 5, 12, 19; King's Wharf, Fort Lauderdale: $1,095. Dolphin Cruise Line (Ocean Breeze), every Friday, 3 days; Nassau, Blue Lagoon Island, Nassau, Fort Lauderdale: $325 (through April 11); $295 (April 25 through June 12). FROM MIAMI Carnival Cruise Lines (Ecstasy), every Friday, 3 days; Nassau, Miami: $669 (through March 28); $609 (April 4 through June 6). Majesty Cruise Line (Royal Majesty), every Friday through April 19, 3 days; Nassau, Key West, Miami: $439 (through April 4); $399 (April 11, 18). Norwegian Cruise Line (Leeward), March 7, 21, 3 days; Nassau, Great Stirrup Cay, Miami: $679. March 14, 28, 3 days; Key West, Great Stirrup Cay, Miami: $679. Royal Caribbean Cruises (Sovereign of the Seas), every Friday, 3 days; Nassau, Coco Cay, Miami: $699 (including air). Every Monday, 4 days; Freeport, Nassau, Coco Cay, Miami: $849 (including air). FROM NEW YORK Celebrity Cruises (Zenith), every Saturday, April 26 through Oct. 18, 7 days; Hamilton, St. George's, New York: $1,495 (April 26 through June 13; Aug. 23 through Oct. 18); $1,695 (June 21 through Aug. 16). Celebrity Cruises (Meridian), every Sunday, June 22 through Aug. 31, 7 days; King's Wharf, New York: $1,095 (June 22 through Aug. 17); $895 (Aug. 24, 31). Cunard Line (QE2), Aug. 30, 5 days; Hamilton, New York: $970.

Norwegian Cruise Line (Dreamward), every Saturday, April 26 through Sept. 13, 7 days; St. George's, Hamilton, New York: $1,699 (April 26, May 3 through 31; June 7, Aug. 16, 23, 30; Sept. 6, 13); $1,799 (June 14 through Aug. 9) (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Song of America), every Sunday, May 4 through Oct. 26, 7 days; St. George's, Hamilton, New York: $1,479 (May 4 through 25; June 1, Aug. 17, 24); $1,549 (June 8 through 29; July 6 through 27; Aug. 3, 10); $1,299 (Aug. 31 through Oct. 26) (including air). FROM PALM BEACH, FLA. Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), March 25, 3 days; Nassau, Berry Islands, Palm Beach: $1,770. FROM PORT CANAVERAL, FLA. Cape Canaveral Cruise Line (Dolphin IV), every other day, 2 days; Freeport, Port Canaveral: $169 (through April 11; June 12 through Aug. 23; Dec. 19-31); $149 (April 13 through 29; May 23 through June 19); $129 (May 1 through 21; Aug. 25 through Dec. 17). March 2, 16, 30; April 13, 27; May 11, 25; June 8, 22; July 6, 20; Aug. 3, 17, 31; Sept. 14, 28; Oct. 12, 26; Nov. 9, 23; Dec. 7, 21, 4 days; Key West, Freeport, Port Canaveral: $359 (through March 30); $329 (April 13, 27; May 25 through June 8); $279 (May 11, Aug. 31 through Dec. 7). Carnival Cruise Lines (Fantasy), every Thursday, 3 days; Nassau, Port Canaveral: $669 (through March 27); $609 (April 3 through June 5). Every Sunday, 4 days; Freeport, Nassau, Port Canaveral: $779 (through March 30); $709 (April 6 through June 1). Premier Cruise Lines (Atlantic), every Thursday, 3 days; Nassau, Port Lucaya, Port Canaveral: $549 (through March 20); $639 (March 27) (including air). Every Sunday, 4 days; Nassau, Port Lucaya, Port Canaveral: $549 (including air). Premier Cruise Lines (Oceanic), every Friday, 3 days; Nassau, Port Lucaya, Port Canaveral: $549 (March 7, 14); $639 (March 28) (including air). Every Monday, 4 days; Nassau, Port Lucaya, Port Canaveral: $649 (March 3, 10, 17); $739 (March 24, 31) (including air). FROM SAN JUAN

Royal Caribbean Cruises (Song of America), April 27, 7 days; Hamilton (Bermuda), New York: $1,299 (including air). MEXICO FROM ACAPULCO Crystal Cruises (Crystal Symphony), May 12, 7 days; Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles, San Francisco: $2,995. FROM CANCUN Windjammer Barefoot Cruises (Fantome), every Sunday, 7 days; Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Tulum/Xel-ha, Cozumel, Akumel, X-Caret, Cancun: $875. FROM FORT LAUDERDALE Dolphin Cruise Line (Ocean Breeze), every Monday, 4 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Key West, Fort Lauderdale: $395. FROM LOS ANGELES Carnival Cruise Lines (Holiday), every Friday, 3 days; Ensenada, Los Angeles: $669 (through March 28); $609 (April 4 through June 6). Every Monday, 4 days; Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles: $779 (through March 31); $709 (April 7 through June 2). Carnival Cruise Lines (Jubilee), every Sunday, 7 days; Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles: $1,399. Royal Caribbean Cruises (Song of America), every Sunday through April 6, 7 days; Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles: $1,399 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Viking Serenade), every Friday, 3 days; Ensenada, Los Angeles: $599. Every Monday, 4 days; Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles: $629. FROM MIAMI Carnival Cruise Lines (Ecstasy), every Monday, 4 days; Key West, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Miami: $779 (through March 31); $709 (April 7 through June 2). Majesty Cruise Line (Royal Majesty), every Monday through April 7, 4 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Key West, Miami: $579. Norwegian Cruise Line (Leeward), every Monday through April 21, 4 days; Key West, Cancun, Cozumel, Miami: $839. FROM PORT MANATEE Regal Cruises (Regal Empress), March 7, 11, 28, 4 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Port Manatee: $399. FROM SAN DIEGO Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), April 21, 3 days; Catalina, Ensenada, San Diego: $1,770. HAWAII FROM ACAPULCO Royal Caribbean Cruises (Legend of the Seas), April 12, 11 days; Hilo, Kailua-Kona, Lahaina, Nawiliwili, Honolulu: $3,099 (including air). FROM ENSENADA Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), April 21, 11 days; Nawiliwili, Kahului, Hilo, Kona, Honolulu: $1,999. Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), April 24, 11 days; Kona, Lanai, Honolulu: $5,580. FROM HONOLULU American Hawaii Cruises (Independence), every Saturday, 7 days; Nawiliwili, Kahului, Hilo, Kona, Honolulu: $1,145. Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), May 2, 12 days; Kahului, Kona, Hilo, Nawiliwili, Vancouver: $2,099. Royal Caribbean Cruises (Legend of the Seas), April 23, 11 days; Nawiliwili, Kailua-Kona, Hilo, Lahaina, Vancouver: $3,099 (including air). Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), May 5, 11 days; Nawiliwili, Lanai, Lahaina, Kona, Ensenada: $5,580. FROM LOS ANGELES Holland America Line (Statendam), April 10, 16 days; Ensenada, Hilo, Nawiliwili, Honolulu, Kona, Lahaina, Ensenada, Los Angeles: $4,445. April 26, 19 days; Ensenada, Lahaina, Kona, Honolulu, Nawiliwili, Hilo, Ensenada, Los Angeles, Vancouver: $4,745. TRANS-CANAL FROM ACAPULCO Crystal Cruises (Crystal Harmomy), March 2, April 13, 10 days; Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Grand Cayman, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Fort Lauderdale: $3,370. March 23, 10 days; Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Aruba, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan: $3,370. Holland America Line (Maasdam), March 13, April 2, 10 days; Santa Cruz Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Puerto Caldera, Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $2,665 (March 13); $2,520 (April 2). Princess Cruises (Royal Princess), March 15, 10 days; Puerto Caldera, Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Cartagena, Aruba, St. Thomas, San Juan: $3,343 (including air). April 5, 14 days; Puerto Caldera, Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Curacao, St. Croix, St. Thomas, Bermuda, New York: $4,293 (including air). Royal Caribbean Cruises (Legend of the Seas), March 1, 22, 11 days; Puerto Caldera, Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Aruba, Curacao, Santo Domingo, St. Thomas, San Juan: $3,099. FROM COLON, PANAMA American Canadian Caribbean Line (Mayan Prince), March 14, 12 days; El Provenir, San Blas Islands, Portobelo, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Tobago, Isla del Rey, Contadora, Le Esmeralda, Puerto Alegre, Balboa: $1,599. Clipper Cruise Line (Yorktown Clipper), March 15, 27, 8 days; Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Darien jungle, Marenco Biological Station, Curu Wildlife Refuge, Puerto Caldera: $2,150. FROM FORT LAUDERDALE Celebrity Cruises (Galaxy), April 20, 15 days; Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, Los Angeles: $3,995 (including air). Crystal Cruises (Crystal Harmony), March 12, 11 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco: $3,680. Crystal Cruises (Crystal Symphony), May 1, 11 days; Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco: $4,690. Cunard Line (Vistafjord), March 6, 15 days; Grand Cayman, Cartagena, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles: $5,260 (including air). Holland America Line (Maasdam), March 3, 23, 10 days; Grand Cayman, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Santa Cruz Huatulco, Acapulco: $2,665. Holland America Line (Statendam), March 28, 21 days; Curacao, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles, Ensenada, Gilo, Nawiliwili, Honolulu: $5,365. Holland America Line (Veendam), April 13, 20 days; Bonaire, Curacao, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Santa Cruz Huatulco, Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas (cruising), San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver: $3,845. Holland America Line (Ryndam), April 25, 16 days; Curacao, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, Vancouver: $3,445. Princess Cruises (Regal Princess), March 10, 20, 30, 10 days; Princess Cays, Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), Cristobal, partial Panama Canal transit to Gatun Lake, Cristobal, Cartagena, Cozumel, Fort Lauderdale: $2,468 (including air). Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), March 29, 23 days; Cozumel, Santo Tomas de Castilla (Guatemala), Roatan Island (Honduras), San Andres Island, San Blas Islands, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, San Diego: $10,830. FROM LOS ANGELES Cunard Line (Vistafjord), March 21, 15 days; Zihuatanejo, Puerto Caldera, Balboa, Panama Canal transit, Cristobal, Aruba, Grand Cayman, Fort Lauderdale: $7,040 (including air). FROM NEW ORLEANS Holland America Line (Nieuw Amsterdam), April 26, 21 days; Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, Cartagena, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Santa Cruz Huatulco, Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles, Victoria, Vancouver: $3,785. FROM NEW YORK Holland America Line (Rotterdam), April 27, 20 days; Fort Lauderdale, Aruba, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Santa Cruz Huatulco, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles, Vancouver: $2,595. FROM SAN JUAN Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), March 17, 11 days; St. Thomas, St. Barts, St. Lucia, Aruba, Cristobal, partial Panama Canal transit to Gatun Lake, Cristobal, Ocho Rios, San Juan: $1,999. April 7, 14 days; St. Thomas, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, San Diego: $2,549. Celebrity Cruises (Meridian), March 17, 11 days; La Guaira (Caracas), Cristobal, partial Panama Canal transit to Gatun Lake, Cristobal, San Blas, Cartagena, Martinique, St. John, St. Thomas, San Juan: $2,145. Celebrity Cruises (Horizon), April 26, 15 days; Aruba, Cartagena, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, Los Angeles: $3,795. Crystal Cruises (Crystal Harmony), April 2, 11 days; St. Thomas, St. Barts, Aruba, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco: $3,680. Norwegian Cruise Line (Windward), April 19, 16 days; Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Puerto Vallarta, San Francisco, Vancouver: $3,159 (including air). Princess Cruises (Royal Princess), March 4, 25, 11 days; St. Thomas, Martinique, Grenada, La Guaira (Caracas), Curacao, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Acapulco: $3,486 (including air). Radisson Seven Seas Cruises (Radisson Diamond), March 24, 9 days; St. Thomas, Curacao, Cartagena, San Blas Islands, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera: $3,746. Royal Caribbean Cruises (Legend of the Seas), March 12, April 2, 10 days; St. Thomas, Santo Domingo, Curacao, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera: $2,899. FROM TAMPA, FLA. Holland America Line (Noordam), April 19, 12 days; Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, Aruba, Cristobal, Panama Canal transit, Balboa, Puerto Caldera, Santa Cruz Huatulco, Acapulco: $2,735. ALASKA FROM JUNEAU, ALASKA Alaska Sightseeing Cruise West (Spirit of '98), April 13, 10 days; Glacier Bay (cruising), Skagway, Haines, Tracy Arm (cruising), Sitka, Wrangell, El Capitan (cruising), Misty Fjords National Monument (cruising), Ketchikan, Seattle: $2,695. Spirit of Glacier Bay on same 10-day cruise, April 17: $2,495. FROM KETCHIKAN, ALASKA Clipper Cruise Line (Yorktown Clipper), May 31, June 14, Aug. 16, 7 days; Misty Fjords (cruising), Wrangell, Baranof Island, Sitka, Glacier National Park (cruising), Inian Islands/Elfin Cove, Tracy Arm (Sawyer Glaciers), Juneau: $2,100. Reverse 7-day cruise itinerary, June 7, Aug. 9 at same cost. FROM LOS ANGELES Celebrity Cruises (Galaxy), May 6, 10 days; San Francisco, Victoria, Sitka, Juneau, Glacier Bay (cruising), Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $2,345. Celebrity Cruises (Horizon), May 11, 12 days; San Francisco, Victoria, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $2,495. FROM SAN FRANCISCO Crystal Cruises (Crystal Symphony), May 29, June 10 and 22, July 4, 16 and 28, 12 days; Victoria, Vancouver, Inside Passage (cruising), Misty Fjord (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Sitka, Pacific Ocean (cruising), San Francisco: $5,170. Princess Cruises (Sky Princess), May 13, 24, 11 days; Victoria, Vancouver, Juneau, Skagway, Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Ketchikan, San Francisco: $2,799. Seabourn Cruise Line (Seabourn Legend), May 24, 17 days; Victoria, Inside Passage (cruising), Misty Fjords (cruising), Wrangell Narrows transit, Petersburg, Glacier Bay (cruising), Juneau, Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm (cruising), Sitka, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Seattle, Eureka, San Francisco: $11,650. FROM SEATTLE Alaska Sightseeing Cruise West (Spirit of '98), April 3, 23, 10 days; Ketchikan, El Capitan (cruising), Wrangell, Sitka, Tracy Arm (cruising), Skagway, Haines, Glacier Bay (cruising), Juneau: $2,495 (April 3); $2,895 (April 23). Spirit of Glacier Bay on same 10-day cruise, April 7, 27: $2,296 (April 7); $2,695 (April 27). Spirit of Alaska on same 10-day cruise, May 5: $2,495. Clipper Cruise Line (Yorktown Clipper), May 4, 7 days; Cowichan Bay, Alert Bay, Bella Coola/Elcho Point, Laredo Inlet, Prince Rupert Island, Misty Fjords (cruising), Ketchikan: $1,700. Reverse cruise itinerary, 7 days, May 11 at same costs. May 18, 13 days; Cowichan Bay, Alert Bay, Bella Coola/Elcho Point, Laredo Inlet, Prince Rupert Island, Wrangell, Sitka, Glacier Bay National Park (cruising), Juneau, Tracy Arm (cruising), Petersburg, Misty Fjords (cruising), Ketchikan: $3,620. FROM SEWARD, ALASKA Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), May 24, June 4, 18; July 2, 16, 30; Aug. 13, 27; Sept. 10, 24, 7 days; Prince William Sound (cruising), College Fjord (cruising), Columbia Glacier (cruising), Valdez, Yakutat Bay (cruising), Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Lynn Canal (cruising), Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,299 (May 24, June 4, Sept. 10); $1,699 (June 18; July 2, 16, 30; Aug. 13); $1,659 (Aug. 27). Celebrity Cruises (Horizon), June 6, 20; July 4, 18; Aug. 1, 15, 29, 7 days; Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Sitka, Juneau, Tracy Arm (cruising), Skagway, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,995. Princess Cruises (Sun Princess), May 17, 31, 7 days; College Fjord (cruising), Glacier Bay (cruising), Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,599 (May 17); $1,799 (May 31). Princess Cruises (Star Princess), May 19, 7 days; College Fjord (cruising), Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,399. Princess Cruises (Crown Princess), May 26, 7 days; College Fjord (cruising), Glacier Bay (cruising), Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,599. FROM VANCOUVER Carnival Cruise Lines (Tropicale), May 14, 28; June 11, 25; July 9, 23; Aug. 6, 20; Sept. 3, 17, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Endicott or Tracy Arm (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Lynn Canal (cruising), Sitka, Prince William Sound (cruising), Columbia Glacier (cruising), College Fjord (cruising), Seward: $1,399 (May 14, 28; Sept. 3, 17); $1,549 (June 11); $1,699 (June 25 through Aug. 20). Celebrity Cruises (Galaxy), May 16, 23; Sept. 12, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Glacier Bay (cruising), Skagway, Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan, Vancouver: $2,095. May 30 through Sept. 6, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Haines, Glacier Bay or Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Ketchikan, Vancouver: $2,145 (May 30 through Aug. 29); $1,845 (Sept. 5). Celebrity Cruises (Horizon), May 23, Sept. 6, 12, 19, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Glacier Bay (cruising), Juneau, Tracy Arm (cruising), Skagway, Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,795. May 30, June 13, 27; July 11, 25; Aug. 8, 22, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Valdez, College Fjord (cruising), Seward: $1,995. Holland America Line (Ryndam), May 11, 25, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, Glacier Bay National Park (cruising), College and Harriman Fjords (cruising), Seward: $1,665 (May 11); $1,785 (May 25); Noordam on same 7-day cruise May 18: $1,358. Reverse cruise itinerary Ryndam, May 17, and Noordam, May 25, at comparable costs. Holland America Line (Veendam), May 12, 19, 26, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,598 (May 12); $1,718 (May 19); $1,832 (May 26). Statendam on same 7-day cruise, May 15, 22, 29, at comparable costs. Nieuw Amsterdam on same 7-day cruise, May 17, 24, 31: 1,331 (May 17); $1,452 (May 24); $1,565 (May 31). Holland America Line (Rotterdam), May 23, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, Hubbard Glacier (cruising), St. Elias National Park (cruising), Valdez, College and Harriman Fjords (cruising), Seward: $1,498. Reverse 7-day cruise itinerary, May 30: $1,382. Norwegian Cruise Line (Windward), May 5, 12, 19; June 2, 16, 30; July 14, 21, 28; Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Haines, Glacier Bay (cruising), Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,499 (May 5 through June 2; Aug. 18, 25); $1,659 (June 16 through Aug. 11). May 26, June 9, 23; July 7, Sept. 1, 8, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Haines, Sawyer Glaciers (cruising), Ketchikan, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,499 (May 26, June 9, Sept. 1, 8); $1,649 (June 23, July 8). Princess Cruises (Sun Princess), May 10, 24, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), College Fjord (cruising), Seward: $1,499 (May 10); $1,699 (May 24). Dawn Princess on same 7-day cruise, May 31: $1,799. Princess Cruises (Regal Princess), May 11, 18, 25, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), Sitka, Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,399 (May 11); $1,499 (May 18); $1,599 (May 25). Princess Cruises (Star Princess), May 12, 26, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Hubbard Glacier (cruising), College Fjord (cruising), Seward: $1,299 (May 12); $1,499 (May 26). Princess Cruises (Crown Princess), May 19, 7 days; Inside Passage (cruising), Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay (cruising), College Fjord (cruising), Seward: $1,499. Royal Caribbean Cruises (Legend of the Seas), May 4, 11, 18, 25; 7 days; Outside Passage (cruising), Hubbard Glacier (cruising), Skagway, Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords (cruising), Inside Passage (cruising), Vancouver: $1,599. TRANSATLANTIC FROM BARBADOS Star Clippers (Star Clipper), April 24, 13 days; Ponta Delgada (Azores): $1,150. Windstar Cruises (Wind Star), April 5, 14 days, Lisbon: $2,895. FROM FORT LAUDERDALE Costa Cruise Lines (Costa Victoria), March 30, 16 days; Nassau, St. Kitts, Guadeloupe, Funchal (Madeira), Casablanca, Barcelona, Cannes, Genoa: $2,890 (including air). Costa Cruise Lines (Costa Romantica), April 13, 14 days; Nassau, Tortola, St. Barthelemy, Funchal (Madeira), Barcelona, Genoa: $2,740 (including air). Crystal Cruises (Crystal Harmony), April 23, 12 days; Hamilton (Bermuda), Horta (Azores), Lisbon: $3,635. Cunard Line (Vistafjord), April 5, 16 days; Funchal (Madeira), Lisbon, Ceuta, Barcelona, Naples: $5,410 (including air). Cunard Line (Royal Viking Sun), April 27, 15 days; Hamilton (Bermuda), Funchal (Madeira), Malaga, Alicante, Civitavecchia (Rome): $5,670 (including air). Holland America Line (Maasdam), April 12, 10 days; Hamilton (Bermuda), Ponta Delgada (Azores), Lisbon: $2,195. 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Royal Caribbean Cruises (Splendour of the Seas), April 19, 13 days; Barbados, Tenerife, Funchal (Madeira), Tangier, Barcelona: $2,799 (including air). FROM ST. THOMAS Cunard Line (Sea Goddess II), April 19, 9 days; Tenerife: $5,800 (including air). Windstar Cruises (Wind Spirit), March 28, 14 days; Lisbon: $2,895.

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From smaller, older ships like the Carnival Fantasy (in service since 1990) to huge, brand-new ships like the Carnival Horizon (in service since 2018), the cruise line has a ton of variety in the ships that it sails. One common theme, however, is the distinctive red funnel that is a trademark of Carnival’s ships.

And if you are looking for that funnel, we have just the map for you. With more than 20 ships in service, it can be tough to keep trap of which ships call which port home. In addition, the line regularly moves ships to ports around the country, making it even more difficult to know which ship is cruising from where.

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Keep in mind that this table and map will change regularly. As the seasons change, so do the cruise ship locations. For example, Seattle sees an influx of ships in the summer for the Alaskan cruising season, but those ships depart in September for other trips.

As well, Carnival continues to add to its fleet. The next ship from the cruise line, Carnival Panorama , is set to debut in late 2019 and sail from the Port of Long Beach.

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Current itinerary of Carnival Sunrise

Carnival Sunrise current cruise is 5 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean . Prices start from USD 469 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 20 Apr, 2024 and ends on 25 Apr, 2024 .

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The 1999-built/2013-reconstructed Carnival Sunrise cruise ship was built as "Carnival Triumph" and inaugurated on October 30, 1999. After a major refurbishment in 2013 ( Fun Ship 2.0 ), the liner received a second emergency backup generator and top-notch fire detection technology. The Triumph was also re-decorated; with added new bars, lounges and entertainment options. As vessel class, Carnival Triumph is second of all three Destiny-class sisterships - together with Destiny-Sunshine and Victory-Radiance .

The vessel (IMO number 9138850) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI 308045000) and registered in Nassau .

IMPORTANT : Due to the Coronavirus crisis, Carnival Sunrise was taken out of service in 2020-2021, and planned to restart cruises on March 3, 2022 (2-night itinerary out of PortMiami to Nassau Bahamas ).

• A total of 92x Carnival Sunrise cruises scheduled for the period between November 5, 2020, and April 30, 2022, were canceled. The canceled program was based on homeporting in Fort Lauderdale (Nov 2020 - May 2021) and Miami (May 2021 - Apr 2022).
• The canceled Fort Lauderdale cruise schedule included roundtrips to Western Caribbean (5-day Ocho Rios Jamaica and Grand Cayman), Bahamas (4-day Half Moon Cay and Nassau), Eastern Caribbean (5-day Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, Nassau) plus a 6-day Eastern Caribbean itinerary visiting Amber Cove, Grand Turk Island and Half Moon Cay.
• The canceled Miami cruise schedule included roundtrips to Eastern Caribbean (8-day Half Moon Cay, St Thomas USVI, San Juan Puerto Rico, Amber Cove Dominican Rep), Eastern Caribbean (7-day Grand Turk, San Juan Puerto Rico, St Thomas USVI, Amber Cove), Eastern Caribbean (6-day Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, Amber Cove), Eastern Caribbean (5-day Grand Turk, Princess Cays, Nassau), Southern Caribbean (8-day Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, Aruba, Curacao), Western Caribbean (7-day Grand Cayman, Roatan, Belize City, Cozumel).

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 3000-passenger ship Carnival Triumph's theme was ”Great Cities of the World”. In 2019 (March-April) the ship entered drydock for ~USD 200 million refurbishment , after which it was renamed "Carnival Sunrise". The refitted liner was transformed into Sunshine-Class vessel - having the same facilities and amenities as the sistership Carnival Sunshine (former Carnival Destiny, refitted in 2013 for USD 155 million).

Decks and Cabins

Carnival Sunrise staterooms (1492 total, in 32 categories) include 54 Suites, 522 Balcony, 326 Oceanview and 611 Inside cabins, most of which are sized 185 ft2 / 17 m2. CCL Sunrise ship also has 89 Cloud 9 Spa cabins and 46 wheelchair-accessible cabins. Most cabin balconies are sized 35 ft2 / 3 m2. The largest are the Captain’s Suites (500 ft2 / 46 m2 plus 150 ft2 / 14 m2 terrace) accommodating up to 5 passengers.

The boat has 13 passenger decks , of which 10 are with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

Carnival Sunrise offers many of the Fun Ship 2.0 additions in terms of dining - Guy's Burger Joint, Cucina del Capitano, BlueIguana Cantina. The line made a few adjustments to the existing venues and also added the outstanding specialty restaurant, Chopsticks. There are two Main Dining Rooms onboard the Sunrise: Sunset, at the midship, and double-deck Sunrise located aft. The complimentary Punchliner Comedy Brunch, which is a sea day exclusive, features 5-minute teasers every hour on the hour from 9 am to 1:30 pm.

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

• Sunset Restaurant (forward Main Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings, or “Your Time Dining”)
• Sunrise Restaurant (aft Main Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings; offers themed breakfasts - “Seuss At Sea”, for $5 cover charge; hosts Punchliner Comedy Brunch).
• Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse (alternative, reservations only restaurant, serving prime steaks and seafood at a surcharge; also hosts “Chef’s Table” VIP dining, $75 PP surcharge)
• Fat Jimmy’s C-Side BBQ (offers pork sandwiches, complimentary lunch barbecue)
• Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse (fast food bar)
• BlueIguana Cantina (Mexican complimentary restaurant; offers house-made tortillas, burritos, tacos)
• Lido Marketplace buffet restaurant (complimentary self-service restaurant with various food stations; operates as a bistro in the evenings)
• Seafood Shack (open for lunch and dinner casual restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating)
• Cucina del Capitano (Italian reservations-only restaurant; offers a la carte dinner at a surcharge and complimentary lunch)
• Pizzeria del Capitano (complimentary, 24-hour, self-serve Pizzeria)
• Chopsticks Asian Kitchen (serves Chinese food, Mongolian Wok)
• Bonsai Sushi Bar (complimentary) and Bonsai Express (poolside food bar)
• JavaBlue Cafe
• On the Sunrise ship, Carnival in November 2019 introduced the Guy's Burger Joint breakfast menu .

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Carnival made a heavy investment in lights and sound for its shows on Carnival Breeze and has taken a step further on Sunrise. An ultra-HD graphics package is beamed onto a vast screen and the performers use it as a backdrop of their show. A number of themed shows take place in ship's Liquid Lounge, which doubles as the 800-seat main Theater. Because the room was initially designed as a theater with two stories, it's impossible to feature an intimate atmosphere.

The Sunrise ship offers a complete list of activities and entertainment for each age group and taste - from ballroom scene dancing, classical music concerts, tea time and art auctions to a hairy chest and knobby knees contests, bingo, and karaoke.

In comparison to Carnival Sunshine, Sunrise has smaller-sized WaterWorks located midship (aft on Sunshine).

Sunrise also lacks SkyCourse (rope course adjacent to WaterWorks).

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

• Sunrise Atrium (9-deck high midship open area served by Lobby Bar)
• FunHub (24-hour Internet computers room)
• Liquid Lounge and Theater (800-seat, 2-level main show lounge and multi-purpose venue)
• Limelight Lounge is home to the Punchliner Comedy Club with a line-up of comics that later transforms into a night club
• Ocean Plaza (entertainment area; features live music and trivia)
• The Library Bar; Piano 88 Bar; Skybox Sports Bar; Java Blue Cafe; The Taste Bar; Alchemy Bar
• RedFrog Pub (English pub with live music; offers international beers selection and the private label Thirstyfrog/RedFrog beer)
• RedFrog Rum Bar (serves Caribbean rums selection and ThirstyFrog Red drought beer)
• BlueIguana Tequila Bar (offers Mexican beer, margaritas, drink specialties)
• Pixels Photo Gallery and Shop; Dreams Photo Studio; Cherry On Top (candy shop, offers the Fun Shops catalog, “Bon Voyage” store menu, souvenirs, watches, jewelry, logo merchandise, duty-free liquor, fashion boutiques)
• Circle C (kids' complimentary club lounge with movies, video games, parties, planned activities)
• 24-hour Warehouse Video Games Arcade; Club O2 teens' lounge for movies, karaoke, parties
• Sunrise Casino (served by Sunshine Casino Bar)
• Seaside Theatre (LED screen outdoor cinema)
• Serenity (fore-located) is an adults-only Sun Deck / sunbathing area with outdoor furniture (daybeds, hammocks, loungers, low tables) and waiter-service by Serenity Bar (drinks and refreshments - cocktails, beer/buckets, wine, frozens, smoothies, shakes, soda).
• Beach Pool area (with two Whirlpools); Carnival WaterWorks Aqua Park (with 2 slides; 1 Whirlpool, SplashZone for kids)
• Camp Carnival (kids' club lounge with a complimentary programme and play area)
• Cloud 9 Spa and Fitness complex (with Gym, Fitness Studio, Sauna, Steam Room, Thermal Suites, Beauty Salon, 15 Treatment Rooms; offers ZSpa teenagers program)
• SportSquare (Basketball/Volleyball Court, Jogging Track, Tennis Tables, 9-hole Mini Golf Course, Shuffleboard).

During drydock 2024 was added Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge. The CCL's new signature venue is via a partnership with Operation Homefront (2002-founded, USA-based nonprofit organization providing services and support to military families and veterans). The Heroes Tribute fetures comfortable seating (leather armchairs with low tables) and large TVs (for live sporting events).

Itineraries

With inaugural cruise departure on April 29, 2019, Carnival Sunrise operates on 7-day roundtrips from  Norfolk VA . Follow 4-5-day itineraries leaving roundtrip from homeport  Port Everglades/Fort Lauderdale  to The Bahamas and Western-Eastern Caribbean.

In 2019-2020, the renamed Carnival Triumph-Sunrise ship started a new itinerary program of 4- to 14-day roundtrips from the USA homeports NYC New York , Fort Lauderdale Florida and Norfolk Virginia.

• From homeport NYC, were offered five 4-day Bermuda cruises (May 23, June 20, July 18, Aug 15, Sept 12), one 6-day Bermuda (Sept 16, 2019, overnight) and one 8-day Caribbean and Bermuda (June 24, with 2 overnights in Bermuda and visiting Grand Turk). The ship also has scheduled three 7-day Canada New England cruises (Sept 22, 29, Oct 6) plus two 8-day Caribbean (to Grand Turk, Puerto Rico and Amber Cove, departures July 2, 10, 30, Aug 7, 27, Sept 4), one 8-day roundtrip (to Puerto Rico, St Thomas USVI and Grand Turk (July 22, Aug 19), one 10-day Eastern Caribbean itinerary (June 10, to Puerto Rico, Tortola BVI, St Maarten, St Thomas USVI, Grand Turk), one 14-day "Carnival Journeys" (May 27, to Panama Canal / Colon, Grand Turk, Grand Cayman, Limon Costa Rica, Half Moon Cay Bahamas).
• From homeport Fort Lauderdale were offered 4- and 5-day roundtrips (April 2019) and between November 2019 - April 2020). The 4-day Bahamas itineraries (Thursday departures) visited Nassau and Half Moon Cay (or Princess Cays). The 5-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries (Saturday departures) visited Grand Turk, Nassau, Half Moon Cay/Princess Cays. The 5-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries (Monday departures) visited Ocho Rios Jamaica and Grand Cayman.
• In 2019, from homeport Norfolk VA, the ship operated 5- and 6-day Bahamas itineraries roundtrip from Half Moone Cruise Center. Two 5-day Bahamas itineraries (May 12, 17) visited Nassau and Freeport. The 6-day itineraries (May 6, Oct 14, 20) visited Half Moon Cay, Nassau, Freeport.
• Starting mid-December 2019 and in early-2020, the ship offered regular 5-day Bahamas and Cuba cruises from Fort Lauderdale to Half Moon Cay and Havana .

Carnival Triumph itinerary program was based on 4- and 5-day Western Caribbean short-breaks from Galveston TX to Mexico. Feature port destinations included Cozumel and Progreso Yucatan . Starting April 4, 2016, Triumph offered new itineraries from homeport NOLA New Orleans .

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Triumph was Carnival's first-ever liner with mobile phone systems ("Cellular At Sea" by Wireless Maritime Services). This partnership (between AT&T and MTN Sat / Maritime Telecommunications Network) allowed passengers to use their cell phones at sea to call directly at any time.

The Fincantieri Monfalcone -built Carnival Triumph was christened by godmother Madeleine Arison - wife of Micky Arison (Carnival Corporation's Chairman). This is a Post-Panamax vessel (can't pass through Panama Canal ), launched on July 1 and with its inaugural cruise/maiden voyage on October 30, 1999. Th

e interior design theme is "Great Cities of the World".

Fun Ship 2.0 upgrade  was done in 2013.

Fun fact is that this Carnival ship had a namesake - the 2017-launched "MOL Triumph". The vessel is among the world's largest boxships/container carriers (capacity 20170 TEUs) and is operated by MOL Shipping .

Sunrise ship's godmother is Kelly Arison - daughter of Micky Arison. The vessel's christening ceremony was on May 23, 2019, held at Manhattan Cruise Passenger Terminal in Port NYC New York . The naming ceremony featured a 4-ft (1,2-m) high champagne bottle sculpture (filled with confetti) which was custom-made by Romero Britto (1963-born Brazilian artist).

Sunrise ship's Captains are Bruno Palomba (during the drydock) and Isidoro Renda (after the launch). Captain Isidoro Renda (Italian, Naples graduate) is with Carnival since 2010 (starting as Second Officer) and Captain since 2016. Its previous service was with TIRRENIA Ferries and MSC Cruises . Ship's other officers include Mauro Fabbrini (Chief Engineer), Nicola Tonelli (Chief Engineer), and Caroline Bourke (Hotel Director).

Carnival Sunrise refurbishment 2024 review

The vessel's first drydocking (as Carnival Sunrise) was in 2022, conducted in February-March 2024, at Navantia Cadiz. The ship left Miami on Feb 1st and arrived in Cadiz on Feb 10th.

The 2-week drydocking project was for general maintenance works (technical overhaul, classification inspections, minor steel works), indoor renovation works, as well as hull cleaning/painting, including the addition of CCL's new hull livery (red-white-blue).

Refurbishment/renovations received all public areas (facilities and venues) as well as all passenger staterooms.

During the drydocking was also added CCL's new signature lounge the Heroes Tribute Bar.

Carnival Triumph-Sunrise ship conversion 2019 refurbishment review

Following the 38-day long drydock refit in 2019 (February 26 - April 28, at Navantia Shipyard in Cadiz Spain ), Carnival Triumph becomes "Carnival Sunrise".

The new liner has 12 new bar and dining options, plus fleetwide facilities, among which are company's signature RedFrog Pub (Caribbean rums and beers, Carnival ThirstyFrog Red Ale), Chef’s Table (multi-course VIP dining), SportsSquare (ropes course, basketball court, jogging track, 9-hole minigolf course), Carnival Waterworks park with waterslides (203 ft / 62 m and 212 ft / 65 m long), Serenity Retreat (adult-only lounge), Video Gaming Arcade, Fun Shops, comedy club, new theatre.

CCL Sunrise has 4 new suites - two Captain’s Suites (850 ft2 / 79 m2) and two Grand OceanView Suites (320 ft2 / 30 m2). All passenger staterooms were thoroughly updated. Captain’s Suites have max capacity 5 passengers and are located next to Navigation Bridge.

Next are compared "Triumph-Sunrise" ship's capacity changes as cabins and facilities:

• passengers - 2758-2984 (max capacity 3310-3730)
• crew/staff - 1040-1110
• Passengers space ratio - 31-27
• lounges/bars - 18-22
• swimming pools - 4-3
• cabin decks - 8-10
• staterooms - 1379-1492
• Captain Suite - 0-2
• Grand Suite - 8-10
• Ocean Suite - 40-41
• Junior Suite - 2-1
• Premium Balcony - 8-8
• Balconies - 464-494
• Scenic Oceanview - 0-6
• Oceanviews - 317-302
• Interior with Picture Window - 19-12
• Porthole - 6-6
• Inside cabins - 497-594
• Small Interior - 18-17

Carnival Triumph refurbishment 2013 review

The list of deckplan changes made during ship's 2013 drydock refurbishment included:

• new dining options (Lido Deck 9): Guy’s Burger, Bluelguana Cantina
• new bars: BlueIguana Tequila Bar (Deck 9), Alchemy Bar (Promenade Deck 5), EA SPORTS (Deck 5, replacing the Olympic Bar), RedFrog Rum Bar (Deck 5)
• Various technical enhancements were also implemented.

Carnival Triumph's last drydock was in 2016 (March 21 - April 6).

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

• Triumph Atrium Capitol Lobby (9-deck high midship open area served by Capitol Lobby Bar)
• Internet Cafe (24-hour Internet computers room)
• Rome Theatre (1500-seat, 3-level main show lounge)
• Washington Library; Oxford Bar (153-seat cigar bar); Olympic Bar (55-seat sports bar); Vienna Cafe; Alchemy Bar; California Bar; The Big Easy Bar (100-seat piano bar); Venezia Lounge and Bar (jazz lounge) 
• RedFrog Rum Bar (serves Caribbean rums selection and ThirstyFrog Red drought beer)
• BlueIguana Tequila Bar (offers Mexican beer, margaritas, drink specialties)
• Club Rio Lounge (425-seat; hosts Punchliner Comedy Club/brunch)
• Photo Gallery and Shop; Photo Studio; The Fun Shops (“Bon Voyage” store menu, souvenirs, watches, jewelry, logo merchandise, duty-free liquor, fashion boutiques); Formalities Shop (tuxedo rentals; special occasion gifts)
• 24-hour Underground Tokyo Video Games Arcade; Club O2 teens' lounge for movies, karaoke, parties
• Club Monaco Casino (184-seat, served by World’s Bar)
• Hollywood Disco and Nightclub (211-seat)
• Serenity (adults only relaxation area with Serenity Pool, Serenity Bar, Spa Whirlpool, cascading waterfall, loungers, and hammocks)
• Continent Pool area (with two Whirlpools, two Continent Bars, stage for live performances); New World Pool area (with two Whirlpools, New World Bar, pizza and grill; has SkyDome glass roof); Aqua Park (Universe Pool area which is connected to Twister Waterslide; with one Whirlpool, splash pools, fountains)
• Camp Carnival (kids' club lounge with a complimentary program and play area)
• Spa Carnival complex (with Gym, Fitness Studio, Saunas, Steam Rooms, Beauty Salon, Treatment Rooms)

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

• London Restaurant (forward Main Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings, or “Your Time Dining”; offers themed breakfasts - “Seuss At Sea”, for $5 cover charge)
• Paris Restaurant (1114-seat aft Main Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings; open seating Breakfast and Lunch)
• Guy’s Burger Joint (fast food bar)
• BlueIguana Cantina (Mexican complimentary restaurant; offers house-made tortillas, burritos, tacos)
• South Beach Club Lido Buffet Restaurant (1252-seat, 2-level complimentary self-service restaurant with various food stations; operates as a bistro in the evenings).
• Sushi Bar (complimentary).

These Travelers Have a Secret: They Love Cheap Cruises on Old Ships

R oyal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, a cruise ship over five times as large as the Titanic, is preparing for its inaugural voyage in late January. A subset of die-hard passengers are saying they would much prefer the opposite of that mammoth boat.

Picking an older, smaller cruise might make for less fancy travel, but it comes with obvious advantages. Lower demand for the aged vessels in cruise lines’ fleets can prompt some big-deal savings. Some of these ships sail more exotic itineraries, and passengers enjoy greater attention from crew members without feeling so crowded. A cruise ship can start to show its age at around 15 years.

“Each ship has its own personality,” says Mari Marks, a luxury-travel adviser with Protravel International in Beverly Hills, Calif. “Because not everybody is going to love being with over 5,000 of their new best friends.”

Royal Caribbean operates the six largest cruise ships in the world. The Icon is now the largest. It can hold more than 7,000 passengers and comes with everything from an ice-skating arena to six waterslides.

A well-traveled boat

A few years ago, cruise regular and Las Vegas resident David Di Vito went on his first cruise aboard the Oasis of the Seas, which was once the world’s largest cruise vessel. Since then he has sailed on multiple Royal Caribbean ships. His favorite is the less-heralded Vision of the Seas.

Vision of the Seas has been in service since 1998. Di Vito and his fiancée, Marina Vail, appreciated that they weren’t overwhelmed by crowds and could do the activities they wanted.

While the older vessel didn’t have the many niceties of the Oasis of the Seas, they enjoyed themselves. Di Vito liked grabbing a deck chair and watching the ocean. Vail peeled off for trivia games and scavenger hunts.

Fewer people also meant better service, Di Vito, a 34-year-old sound engineer, says. He recalls that the Wi-Fi was more reliable, guest services was more responsive and booking excursions at ports of call wasn’t a hassle.

Such trips are often also cheaper. A seven-night sailing on the Icon of the Seas started at around $2,536 a person on a recent search for an interior stateroom before applying discounts. A three-night cruise to the Bahamas from Port Canaveral, Fla., in early September on Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, which will have its maiden voyage in July, started at $827 a person for an interior cabin before discounts.

Meanwhile, a four-night cruise to Cozumel, Mexico, out of Tampa, Fla., on the Grandeur of the Seas, the cruise line’s oldest ship, around that same time started at $519 a person for an interior room before discounts.

Royal Caribbean didn’t respond to requests for comment.

The big get bigger

Other cruise companies have introduced gargantuan vessels in recent years. MSC Cruises entered the MSC World Europa into service in December 2022. The ship can hold more than 6,700 passengers and more than 2,100 crew members.

Carnival’s flagship, the Celebration, had its maiden voyage in late 2022. That ship has a maximum capacity above 6,500 passengers—and boasts the first roller coaster at sea.

“Larger ships offer more operational efficiencies, more revenue-generating opportunities and more space to offer a variety of accommodations, dining, entertainment and recreational features,” says Chris Chiames, chief communications officer for Carnival Cruise Line.

A cruise’s cost generally depends on factors including the length of the trip and demand for the itinerary, travel advisers say. But the ship’s age can also factor in.

Phil Perrey, a minister from St. Charles, Mo., says he and his wife wanted to sail on one of Royal Caribbean’s newer and larger ships. By the time they finished pricing it out, they realized they could pay at least $300 less to sail on the Celebrity Equinox, which first entered service nearly 15 years ago.

“And that’s for a higher-end cruise line,” Perrey says.

A ship pro tip

When booking cruises, Perrey takes an approach recommended by many travel advisers. Instead of looking at when a ship first sailed, he checks when it was last refurbished during what is known as a dry dock.

“A 10-year-old ship that hasn’t been through dry dock is going to feel older than a 20-year-old ship that got out of dry dock two years ago,” he says.

Carnival uses the dry-dock process to install features on its more-mature ships, such as the adult-only Serenity section, Chiames says. Three of its ships—the Sunshine, the Radiance and the Sunrise—were renamed following extensive renovations.

Older ships can come with drawbacks, even if they are recently renovated. They tend to have smaller rooms and fewer cabins with balconies, says Rob Clabbers, president of Q Cruise and Travel in Chicago.

Keeping older ships in a fleet enables cruise lines to serve a wider array of destinations. Newer megaships can be too big to dock in certain harbors, including Tahiti.

“We intentionally place our smaller ships in more exotic destinations with longer, port-intensive itineraries that offer a more immersive experience that our guests love,” says David Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line.

Adam Carnevale, a small-business owner from Hickory, N.C., has sailed most often with Carnival. He and his wife regularly take advantage of offers they get since they frequent the casino.

Many of his cruises have been aboard the Carnival Sunshine. The ship sails out of Charleston, S.C., about four hours from home. They also appreciate the hometown vibe of the ship: They frequently recognize passengers and crew members from previous sailings.

Carnevale was less enthusiastic about a cruise he took out of Miami on the Celebration last summer. He says he found the food and service not up to the same level of quality as what he experienced on the Sunshine. He also wasn’t wowed by the ship’s many amenities, which he compared with an ice-cream cone overloaded with toppings.

“You don’t have to give me all the fancy stuff,” he says. “Sometimes vanilla is good.”

Less showy boats

The five oldest Royal Caribbean ships:

Grandeur of the Seas (Maiden voyage: December 1996)Rhapsody of the Seas (Maiden voyage: May 1997)Enchantment of the Seas (Maiden voyage: July 1997)Vision of the Seas (Maiden voyage: May 1998)Voyager of the Seas (Maiden voyage: November 1999)

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Royal Caribbean vs. Carnival

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Royal Caribbean International and Carnival Cruise Line have quite a bit in common.

Trying to choose between Royal Caribbean and Carnival for your next cruise? Check out the comparison chart below, then read on for more details.

Winner: Royal Caribbean

When it comes to fleet size as well as the features available on cruise ships, Royal Caribbean has an edge over Carnival Cruise Line. That's because Royal Caribbean already has 28 ships in operation, including its incredible Oasis Class, Quantum Class and Quantum Ultra Class ships. Oasis Class vessels like Allure of the Seas , Symphony of the Seas , Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas are some of the largest in the world – and Royal Caribbean Group is constantly rolling out new, even bigger cruise ships with better amenities and new features. For example, the new Icon of the Seas (scheduled to debut in 2024) plans to have the largest water park at sea, the largest swimming pool at sea, and a range of over-the-top cabins and suites for families of all sizes.

Meanwhile, Carnival currently operates 25 different vessels with a few more on the way. Newer ships like Carnival Celebration and Carnival Venezia aren't as large and grand as Royal Caribbean ships, nor are the brand-new vessels the company is planning for late 2023 and 2024. For example, the new Carnival Jubilee that is set to begin sailing later in 2023 will have 15 passenger decks and capacity for up to 6,631 guests, compared to 18 guest decks and 7,600 passengers on Icon of the Seas.

Read: The Largest Cruise Ships in the World

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Comparing cabins across cruise lines as a whole isn't an easy feat, mostly because companies tend to offer larger suites and cabins with a better layout on their newer ships . You'll therefore likely have a nicer cabin on one of Carnival's newest vessels compared to an older ship from Royal Caribbean, and of course the opposite is also true. Cabin sizes and layouts also vary widely across the vessels of both brands, and that's true even for basic interior, ocean view and balcony cabins.

That said, Royal Caribbean still comes out ahead in this category, since the line boasts more square footage in some of the most basic cabins as well as more over-the-top luxury accommodations, especially for families.

As an example, most inside cabins on Allure of the Seas feature 172 square feet of space, whereas Carnival Celebration's inside cabins are slightly smaller at 158 square feet. Meanwhile, the largest suites on Celebration are the Carnival Excel Presidential Suite, with 1,120 square feet of space including the balcony, and the Carnival Excel Aft Suite, which has 861 square feet of interior and balcony space. Compare those options to the Sky Loft Suites on Allure of the Seas, which feature 1,132 square feet across the room and balcony, and the spacious two-bedroom AquaTheater Suites with 1,595 square feet including the balcony.

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Winner: Tie

Food options vary widely across vessels within any cruise brand, and this is especially true with Royal Caribbean and Carnival. For example, older ships from both cruise lines offer fewer specialty dining options overall along with the main dining rooms and buffet options cruisers come to expect, whereas newer ships from both lines feature a lot more unique and innovative options.

When you view the cruise dining options from both lines, you'll quickly find that both Carnival and Royal Caribbean pull out all the stops when it comes to food. For example, Carnival ships include a range of eateries from large and expansive buffets to main dining rooms to unique offerings like Big Chicken, Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina. Meanwhile, specialty dining on Carnival vessels features options like teppanyaki, Emeril's Bistros at Sea and Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse.

Royal Caribbean ships feature convenient buffets and main dining room experiences, as well as included options like pizza kitchens, noodle bars and casual fast food. Specialty dining on Royal Caribbean ranges from the brand's Chef's Table experience to Johnny Rockets' burgers and shakes to innovative fine dining at Wonderland.

Drink packages

Both Carnival and Royal Caribbean offer drink packages that cruisers can purchase as part of their vacation to get a more all-inclusive feel . Then again, the value of these packages depends on how much you drink over the course of your trip. Also note that the cost of drink packages across all cruise lines can vary depending on the ship, itinerary, travel dates, length of trip and more.

Royal Caribbean comes out slightly ahead in this category because the line offers three tiers of drink packages for guests with different needs. Choose from the Classic Soda Package; the Refreshment Package, which includes soda along with coffees, juices and even milkshakes at Johnny Rockets; and the Deluxe Beverage Package, which adds in beer, cocktails and wine by the glass. Meanwhile, Carnival offers just two different drink packages: the Bottomless Bubbles package, which covers soft drinks and juice, and the Cheers! drink package, which adds in spirits and cocktails, beer, wine by the glass, specialty coffee, energy drinks and more.

Read: Cruise Drink Packages: Your Options by Cruise Line

Onboard activities

Analyzing onboard activities across cruise lines isn't always easy – you really have to break down this category by ship for a true comparison. When you do that with Carnival and Royal Caribbean, you'll find that both lines offer fun activities for all ages, from onboard water parks to hosted games, casinos and more.

That said, Royal Caribbean does take things up a notch in this category, especially on the line's newer ships. Some Royal Caribbean vessels offer escape rooms, surf simulators, zip lines, game shows and over-the-top water parks with incredible slides for thrill-seekers. For example, Freedom of the Seas boasts huge onboard waterslides, glow-in-the-dark laser tag, mini-golf and more. Don't forget about Icon of the Seas with its massive water park and pool offerings in the works. Meanwhile, standout activities on Carnival ships include Family Feud Live, onboard water parks and the thrilling SkyRide.

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Live entertainment

The quality of cruise ship entertainment varies widely based on the quality of the talent booked for individual ships. Both Carnival and Royal Caribbean offer their share of live music and entertainment, including performances by bands and singers, karaoke, and piano bars. Meanwhile, both lines also boast their own theaters on every vessel, which often feature Broadway-style shows, singing and dancing, comedy acts, and more.

Royal Caribbean comes out ahead in this category since its vessels feature award-winning musicals like "Hairspray," "Mamma Mia!" and "Cats." The open-air AquaTheater on Oasis Class ships also wows guests with incredible diving feats, stunts and aerial acrobatics. Some Royal Caribbean ships even have onboard ice skating performances and ice games.

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Winner: Carnival

Both cruise lines have kids clubs that cater to younger guests of all ages, with each one offering supervised care so parents can drop the kids off for some alone time or a quiet dinner on the ship. However, Carnival stands out slightly in this category due to the six different clubs offered across the fleet for children and teens between 6 months and 17 years old. Carnival also offers supervised Night Owls services for kids 11 and younger, which lets parents get out and have some late-night fun for an extra charge.

Royal Caribbean offers four kids clubs for children ages six months to 12, along with a separate club for tweens and teens . Supervised child care is available for free during the day, and you can opt for paid care after hours as well.

Read: The Top Cruises for Babies and Toddlers

Adults-only offerings

Both cruise lines offer their share of adults-only spaces and things to do, from onboard casinos to luxurious spas to bars that offer cocktails and live entertainment at all hours of the day and night. Carnival and Royal Caribbean also offer adults-only areas on some of their ships.

On Carnival, for example, cruisers will find the Serenity Adults-Only Retreat for sailors 21 and older with extra space and comfortable chairs for relaxation, along with its own bar nearby. On many Royal Caribbean vessels, on the other hand, the onboard Solarium for ages 16-plus has its own pool and extra space to find peace and quiet.

Carnival's Serenity relaxation area is included for guests. While Royal Caribbean's Solarium is typically also included, on certain sailings there is restricted access by fare class.

Read: The Top Adults-Only Cruises

Shore excursions

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Shore excursions offered by cruise lines are largely operated by third-party companies and are often the same across brands. Both Carnival and Royal Caribbean boast a broad selection of excursions in destinations around the world, from snorkeling and scuba tours in the Caribbean to city tours, horseback riding, cooking classes and more.

Both cruise lines offer private and custom tours you can book through your ship as well.

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Private island experiences

Royal Caribbean and Carnival each have their own private island in the Bahamas , which is included in most itineraries to this part of the world. These private islands provide a fun beach escape for families to enjoy, whether you want to relax in the sun or take part in some of the available activities.

Royal Caribbean's private island, called Perfect Day at CocoCay, is the more impressive option due to everything it includes: a heart-thumping water park, its own wave pool, a zip line, a hot air balloon experience and overwater bungalows you can book for the day, among other offerings. Meanwhile, Carnival's Half Moon Cay has a unique beached pirate ship to explore – but fewer amenities overall.

Note that both private islands have plenty of beach space for guests to spread out and relax, as well as restaurants and bars. You can also book excursions on both private islands, which include activities like snorkeling and water sports.

Read: The Top Cruise Line Private Islands

Comparing costs across cruise lines can be tricky since fares and available sales vary throughout the year, as well as based on the vessel booked, the cruise itinerary, the number and age of travelers, and more. To get an idea of who wins on price, we looked for two similar cruises on comparable ships from Carnival and Royal Caribbean, then priced out an option for a family of four with two children ages 8 and 10. For the purpose of this comparison, we used seven-night eastern Caribbean cruises on Carnival Celebration and Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, both of which began sailing in 2022.

The Carnival Celebration itinerary from Miami stops in Amber Cove, Dominican Republic; San Juan, Puerto Rico ; and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands . By comparison, the Wonder of the Seas sailing leaves from Port Canaveral, Florida, with stops in Philipsburg, St. Maarten ; San Juan; and Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.

The chart below shows the total cost (including taxes and fees) for a family of four in January 2024 in both an ocean view and a typical balcony cabin across both cruise lines. Note that, for the purpose of this comparison, we selected the least expensive room option in each category.

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Carnival Cruise Ships by Size: Biggest to Smallest

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• December 4, 2023

Carnival Cruise Line currently has 26 ships varying in size from 70,000 to 182,800 gross registered tons.

8 Classes of Carnival Ships

With eight classes of Carnival cruise ships, it can be confusing to track how old and big each vessel is and what amenities are available on each one.

In this article, we’ve compiled an overview of all ships in the Carnival fleet, organized from largest to smallest by gross registered tonnage.

Carnival Jubilee

What makes this ship notable?

Key Features: BOLT roller coaster, Shaq’s Big Chicken, WaterWorks aqua park, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, adults-only Serenity Retreat sundeck, Excel suites with exclusive Loft 19 access, Seafood Shack , NASA-inspired Space Cruisers programming for kids, and Alchemy Bar

Carnival Celebration

Key Features: BOLT roller coaster, Family Feud Live, the travel-inspired Latitudes bar, WaterWorks aqua park, Excel suites with exclusive Loft 19 access, Bonsai Sushi, Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Rudi’s Seagrill, Shaq’s Big Chicken, adults-only Serenity Retreat, and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse

Key Features: First Carnival ship powered by Liquified Natural Gas, BOLT roller coaster, Family Feud Live, RedFrog Tiki Bar, WaterWorks aqua park, Excel suites with exclusive Loft 19 access, Chibang! Mexican and Chinese restaurant, revamped Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Rudi’s Seagrill, Shaq’s Big Chicken, adults-only Serenity Retreat, a casino, and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse

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Carnival Venezia

Key Features: Venice-inspired atrium Piazza San Marco, Guy’s Burger Joint , WaterWorks aqua park, Bonsai Teppanyaki, adults-only Serenity Retreat sundeck, Tomodoro Mexican-Italian fusion restaurant, Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge, Amari bar, Gondola Lounge, and Terrazza staterooms with exclusive access to outdoor deck Terrazza Carnevale

Carnival Firenze

Features: Palazzo and Medici Restaurants, La Strada Grill, Tomodoro, Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, The Waterworks, The RedFrog Pub, Pools and Jacuzzis, Teatro Rosso, Tuscan Lounge, Casinos, and Spa and Fitness Center

Carnival Panorama 

Key Features: Sky Zone indoor trampoline park, Heroes Tribute Bar, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, WaterWorks aqua park, Bonsai Teppanyaki , SkyRide cycling attraction, Cucina del Capitano, other specialty dining options, and the adults-only Serenity Retreat. This was Carnival’s first brand-new west coast ship debut in almost 20 years. 

Carnival Horizon 

Key Features: WaterWorks aqua park, adults-only Serenity Retreat, SkyRide cycling attraction, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Bonsai Teppanyaki, Cloud 9 Spa , and BlueIguana Cantina

Carnival Vista

Key Features: SkyRide cycling attraction, RedFrog Pub & Brewery, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que, IMAX movie theater, Havana Bar, JiJi Asian Kitchen, Camp Ocean kids’ club, Seafood Shack, Cucina del Capitano, and the WaterWorks aqua park. The is the first ship in Carnival’s three-ship Vista class. 

Carnival Breeze

Key Features: BlueIguana Tequila Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Cloud 9 Spa, Alchemy Bar , Cucina del Capitano, Bonsai Sushi, WaterWorks aqua park, adults-only Serenity Retreat, and Camp Ocean kids’ club

Carnival Dream

Key Features:   Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que, Camp Ocean Kids’ Club, WaterWorks aqua park, Alchemy Bar, Seafood Shack, Cloud 9 Spa, Bonsai Sushi, Guy’s Burger Joint, Punchliner Comedy Club, and Lip Sync Battle: Carnival. This was the first ship in Carnival’s Dream class. 

This was the first Carnival ship to introduce the cove balcony concept . This is like a giant oval porthole type of balcony that is surrounded by steel and can close incase of bad weather. These balcony cabins are located on deck two.

Carnival Magic

Key Features: WaterWorks aqua park, Guy’s Burger Joint, Cloud 9 Spa, Seafood Shack, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que , BlueIguana Cantina, and the Alchemy Bar

Carnival Splendor

Key Features: Punchliner Comedy Club, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Guy’s Burger Joint, Cloud 9 Spa, Alchemy Bar, Camp Ocean Kids’ club, RedFrog Pub, Seafood Shack, and BlueIguana Cantina

MORE: Carnival’s Mardi Gras: Is An Aft Excel Suite Worth The Price?

Carnival Glory

Key Features: WaterWorks aqua park, BlueIguana Cantina, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Alchemy Bar, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Camp Ocean kids’ club, Guy’s Burger Joint, Seafood Shack, and Spa Carnival

Carnival Liberty

Key Features: Guy’s Burger Joint, SkyBox Sports Bar, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Alchemy Bar, Punchliner Comedy Club, Seafood Shack, BlueIguana Cantina, Camp Ocean Kids’ club, and Spa Carnival

Carnival Conquest

Key Features: Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Seafood Shack, Camp Ocean kids’ club, Alchemy Bar, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Punchliner Comedy Club, BlueIguana Cantina, and Guy’s Burger Joint. This is the first ship in the Carnival Conquest class. 

Carnival Valor

Key Features: Alchemy Bar, Camp Ocean Kids’ club, Punchliner Comedy Club, Seafood Shack, Guy’s Burger Joint, adults-only Serenity Retreat, BlueIguana Cantina, RedFrog Pub, and Spa Carnival

Carnival Freedom

Key Features: Seafood Shack, WaterWorks aqua park, BlueIguana Cantina, Punchliner Comedy Club, Alchemy Bar, Heroes Tribute Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint, SkyBox Sports Bar, Camp Ocean kids’ club, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, and Bonsai Sushi Express

Carnival Sunshine

Key Features: Havana Bar, WaterWorks aqua park, Punchliner Comedy Club, JiJi Asian Kitchen, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Guy’s Burger Joint, Cucina del Capitano, Camp Ocean kids’ club, and Guy’s Burger Joint

MORE: Everything You Need To Know About Carnival’s Drink Package

Carnival Sunrise

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Key Features: Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Seafood Shack, Cloud 9 Spa, Punchliner Comedy Club, Alchemy Bar, Cucina del Capitano, Camp Ocean Kids’ club, BlueIguana Cantina

Carnival Radiance

Key Features: Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge, Shaq’s Big Chicken, Cloud 9 Spa, Cucina del Capitano, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Seafood Shack, RedFrog Pub, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que, SkyCourse (a ropes course), and the Alchemy Bar

Carnival Luminosa

Key Features: RedFrog Rum Bar, Cloud 9 Spa, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Bonsai Sushi Express, JavaBlue Café, Camp Ocean kids’ clubs, Alchemy Bar, Cherry on Top, and Punchliner Comedy Club

Carnival Miracle

Key Features: WaterWorks aqua park, Alchemy Bar, Bonsai Sushi Express, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Camp Ocean kids’ club, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Guy’s Burger Joint, Punchliner Comedy Club, and BlueIguana Cantina

Carnival Pride

Key Features: Alchemy Bar, RedFrog Pub, Bonsai Sushi, Spa Carnival, Camp Ocean Kids’ club, WaterWorks aqua park, Guy’s Burger Joint, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, BlueIguana Cantina, and Punchliner Comedy Club

Carnival Legend

Key Features: Camp Ocean kids’ club, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Guy’s Burger Joint, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival, Bonsai Sushi, WaterWorks aqua park, Punchliner Comedy Club, and BlueIguana Cantina

Carnival Spirit

Key Features: Alchemy Bar, Punchliner Comedy Club, adults-only Serenity Retreat, Seafood Shack, Spa Carnival, Bonsai Sushi, Guy’s Burger Joint, RedFrog Pub, and BlueIguana Tequila Bar. This was the first of four Spirit-class ships. 

Carnival Paradise

Key Features: Camp Ocean Kids’ Club, Punchliner Comedy Club, WaterWorks aqua park, Spa Carnival, BlueIguana Cantina, RedFrog Rum Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint, and the adults-only Serenity Retreat

Carnival Elation

Key Features:  Camp Ocean Kids’ Club, Punchliner Comedy Club, WaterWorks aqua park, Spa Carnival, BlueIguana Cantina, RedFrog Rum Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint, and the adults-only Serenity Retreat

As a result of the 2020-2021 cruise industry shutdown, Carnival Cruise Line sold off five Fantasy-class ships. Parent company Carnival Corporation sold off 21 cruise ships in total.

Three were sold for scrap metal, including  Carnival Fantasy ,  Carnival Imagination , and  Carnival Inspiration . Carnival Fascination  was sold to another cruise line that never got off the ground, and it was eventually scrapped in December 2021.

In 2022, it was announced that Carnival Sensation and Carnival Ecstasy would also be leaving the fleet.

What does gross registered tonnage mean?

Gross registered tonnage (GRT) doesn’t measure how much the cruise ship weighs but the total space inside. Every 100 cubic feet is equivalent to one gross registered ton.

Do all Carnival ships have Starlink internet?

By 2024, all Carnival Cruise Line ships will have Starlink wireless internet service.

This article was originally published in January 2022. It was most recently updated in December 2023.

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Use recent weakness in cruise stocks as an opportunity.

At the moment, the top three cruise stocks are all oversold after a recent pullback. But that won’t be the case much longer with most already starting to pivot higher. Even the travel exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Defiance Hotel, Airline, and Cruise ETF (NYSEARCA: CRUZ ) is oversold and ready to pivot higher. Better, not only does the ETF offer you exposure to leading cruise stocks, like Royal Caribbean (NYSE: RCL ) and Carnival (NYSE: CCL ), but it also diversifies with leading hotel and airline stocks .

In fact, I’d also use weakness in the CRUZ ETF as an opportunity. Last trading at $21.38, I’d like to see it initially retest $23 a share immediate term. 

Or, if you’d rather just stick with some of the top, oversold individual cruise stocks, here are three top ones you may want to consider buying immediately. Most won’t stay this oversold for long.

Royal Caribbean ( RCL )

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After testing $140.58, Royal Caribbean pulled back to support at its 50-day moving average. Even better, RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R are all starting to pivot from over-extensions into oversold territory, as well. Last trading at $129.21, I’d like to see RCL initially retest prior resistance at $140.58 immediate term.

Helping, analysts at Mizuho just initiated a buy rating on the RCL stock , with a price target of $164. “The firm says the company should be able to drive incremental demand through the expansion of existing destinations, the development of new attractions, as well as differentiated ships,” according to TheFly.com .

Barclays’ analysts also raised their price target on RCL to $154 with an overweight rating ahead of the company’s earnings call on April 25. The firm expects to see positive demand and yield updates when RCL reports its earnings later this month. Goldman Sachs even added RCL to its Conviction List as part of the firm’s “U.S. Conviction List – Directors’ Cut.”

Carnival ( CCL )

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Carnival is also attractive on its latest pullback to $14.12 after testing a high of $17.68. It’s also over-extended on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R and is starting to slowly pivot higher. From its last traded price of $14.12, I’d like to see it initially retest $17.68 and potentially test $19.50.

Analysts at. Tigress Financial just raised their price target on CCL to $25 , with a buy rating. All thanks to record booking trends driven by strong consumer demand for cruising. Even Barron’s recently noted that CCL’s recent pullback is an opportunity worth buying. JPMorgan also raised its price target to $23 with an overweight rating on the stock. 

Barclays raised its price target to $25 with an overweight rating, noting “The company’s Q1 results were ‘solid’, with ‘particularly bullish’ pricing commentary and forward commentary on bookings/demand momentum that showed no discernible cracks,” as noted by TheFly.com .

Much like RCL, CCL should have plenty of smooth sailing ahead.

Norwegian Cruise Line ( NCLH )

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Even the pullback in Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE: NCLH ) is attractive.

After testing a high of about $21.50, it dipped to $17, where it became oversold on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R, as well. Much like RCL and CCL, NCLH is also starting to pivot higher. From its current price of $18.29, I’d like to see it retest $21.50 initially.

Even more attractive, the company just ordered eight new ships, which is the biggest order in company history. “We expect these strategic investments will secure our growth trajectory, significantly boost our earnings profile, and enhance shareholder value well into the future,”  added Chief Financial Officer Mark Kempa .

With earnings, for fiscal year 2023, the company posted a 32% jump in revenue, as compared to 2019. Revenue per passenger cruise day was up 17% from 2019. In addition, advance ticket sales at the close of 2023 were up 56% from 2019 to $3.2 billion. All of those numbers are only expected to increase from here, with much stronger demand.

On the date of publication, Ian Cooper did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com  Publishing Guidelines .

Ian Cooper, a contributor to InvestorPlace.com, has been analyzing stocks and options for web-based advisories since 1999.

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