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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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Why should i book a carnival cruise.

If you're looking for an unforgettable vacation, Carnival cruises are a perfect choice. Carnival is one of the best cruise lines in the industry, with a successful history of providing excellent service and luxurious experiences. The Carnival cruise vacations take you to some of the world's most beautiful and fascinating destinations. They’re sure to have features to please everyone in your group.

How to find the best Carnival cruise deals?

There are many different Carnival cruise deals to choose from depending on your destination and the experiences you would most like to enjoy. These deals let you include additional features for a lower price to make your vacation even more comfortable. You can find the best deals by searching for your destinations, and filtering by your desired cruise lines. This way only the companies you wish to travel with will appear. You can also sort your results by price and length of time.

How to choose your cruise with Carnival?

If you want to book aCarnival cruise there are plenty of amazing Carnival cruise deals available. Add your destination, cruise vacation, and number of travelers. Then you can sort your results by price, duration, and departure date. You can also filter by cruise line, cruise ship and cabin type. You’ll find different amenities to suit your vacation needs on each Carnival cruise. For example, youth programs, fitness facilities, and spa facilities.

What do I need to look out for when booking a Carnival cruise?

When booking your 2025 Carnival cruise it’s important to consider a few practical tips. Check what the cost covers, and what you may need to budget for or need insurance for. Think about any amenities or onboard service you’ll require, depending on the length of the Carnival cruise. For example, youth programs, entertainment, fitness facilities, spa facilities, and room service. Secondly, research the weather conditions for your journey and destination. In some locations, summer and winter weather can vary a lot. Another tip is to go over the ship layout to see where you’d like to pick a cabin. Don’t forget to check visa requirements and any flight logistics.

When is the best time to book a Carnival cruise?

You can book a Carnival cruise as early as you like depending on availability. There’s a higher chance of finding cheaper Carnival cruise prices by booking between 6 months to 12 months in advance. But there are also lots of last-minute cruise deals closer to your preferred departure date, but this will depend on your flexibility.

Are last minute deals available with Carnival?

Yes, you can find last-minute Carnival cruises on Expedia. Add your travel dates to the cruise finder and sort your results to find the best price available. Cruise deal discounts are indicated by a green box above the Carnival cruise price.

How do I book a cruise with Carnival?

To book a Carnival cruise on Expedia select your Carnival destination and filter by cruise line. You can also browse our extensive selection of pre-selected cruise deals and find the perfect cruise for you. Once you have found the one you want, choose your dates and the port of departure. You can also refine your search by cabin experiences, or cruise ship. Each ship will have amenities to suit your needs including room service, spa facilities, and fitness facilities.

Is Carnival great value for money?

Carnival cruises are excellent value for money if you're looking for an enjoyable and relaxing cruise vacations. A Carnival cruise offers a high standard of service, a great selection of dining, modern amenities, friendly staff, and exciting activities. The exceptional quality of the experience is worth the price.

Can I cancel a Carnival cruise booking?

Yes, you can cancel your Carnival cruise. We all have unfortunate circumstances where we need to cancel a booking, so Expedia makes it easy to do so. All you have to do is head to your My Trips page on Expedia and click on the cancellation button. Another option is to contact customer service, where you’ll receive help with cancelling. Do make sure that you’re aware of the refund policy that applied to your booking, to see if you’re entitled to a full refund.

Carnival Cruise Guide

Since Carnival entered the cruise scene in 1972, they have founded dozens of new ships dedicated to providing millions of passengers with memorable vacations ashore! Prepare to have the time of your life on Carnival’s innovative cruise ships equipped with high tech entertainment facilities and features, like live stage shows, casinos, spas, waterslides, deck parties and more! Carnival’s "Fun Ships" are floating playgrounds for those looking for an adventurous escape. Allow yourself to relax and experience the sheer bliss of traveling with Carnival. With great onboard amenities, and an extensive choice of activities and dining options you're sure to meet new friends, create lasting memories, and have more fun than you ever thought possible. With sailings to the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii, Canada, Alaska, Europe and more, Carnival will make sure you have an enjoyable time every step of the way.

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Carnival Ships

• Carnival Horizon
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• Carnival Vista
• Carnival Radiance
• Carnival Mardi Gras
• Carnival Freedom
• Carnival Liberty
• Carnival Dream
• Carnival Breeze
• Carnival Magic
• Carnival Sunshine
• Carnival Imagination
• Carnival Ecstasy
• Carnival Victory
• Carnival Elation
• Carnival Inspiration
• Carnival Sensation
• Carnival Fascination
• Carnival Fantasy
• Carnival Paradise
• Carnival Pride
• Carnival Conquest
• Carnival Legend
• Carnival Glory
• Carnival Miracle
• Carnival Valor

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Complete Guide to Cruising on Carnival Cruise Line

This complete guide to cruising on Carnival is your handy guidebook to its ships, trips, and all the onboard fun this cruise line offers. 

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Carnival and its FUN ships have long been synonymous with cruising. The ubiquitous carefree cruise line celebrated 50 years of sailing in 2022, with no plan to slow down in sight.

If you’re considering a Carnival cruise as a first-timer, or you haven’t sailed in many years, it’s time for a refresh. Consider this complete overview of cruising on Carnival your handy guidebook to its ships, trips, and every last onboard amenity. 

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Who Should Cruise Carnival?

Carnival is the cruise line for anyone who wants to come as they are, let loose, and have a good time. A Carnival cruise is an ideal getaway for young couples, big groups and families of all ages, including multi-gen travelers. Adding to its convenience as a vacation option, Carnival offers departure ports across 10 states in the U.S.

Part of the Carnival appeal is also its value for money. Carnival is one of the cheapest cruise lines , without sacrificing dining or entertainment — especially when it comes to family-friendly options. Plus, its variety of homeports mean that many cruisers have the ability to drive to their ship, rather than fly.

Ship design as well as bar and restaurant concepts have gone trendier and more upscale with some newer vessels. But at the end of the day, Carnival is known for its friendly service and no-frills approach to cruising.

Carnival Cruise Ships

The Carnival Cruise Line fleet will consist of 27 ships by 2024. Our Carnival ship guide breaks down every ship by size, the date it debuted, and its ship class.

Carnival currently has nine ship classes in its portfolio: Fantasy Class, Spirit Class, Conquest Class, Splendor Class, Dream Class, Sunshine Class, Vista Class, Excel Class, and Venice Class.

Excel Class is the newest and largest class of Carnival cruise ships. It includes Mardi Gras; Carnival Celebration , launched in 2022; and Carnival Jubilee, which debuts at the end of 2023.

While there are of course differences, Carnival provides consistency in many of its onboard offerings across its fleet.

Carnival Cruise Costs

Carnival Cruise Line is generally an affordable family choice, but you might be wondering how much a Carnival cruise costs. These cruise costs can vary greatly based on itinerary, ship, and individual preferences like cabin selection and onboard extras.

Still, we share some guidelines for an idea of how much you’ll spend before your cruise and once onboard. This way you can set a realistic budget for your family vacation on a Carnival FUN ship.

Cabin Categories on Carnival Ships

Carnival has several different types of cruise rooms to cater to groups or couples. There are options for those looking to splurge on a suite and those looking to sail on a budget as well. Additionally, Carnival Cruise Line now offers three different types of specialty staterooms from spa cabins intended for wellness and relaxation to family staterooms that come with kid-friendly perks. Note that specific cabin categories will vary from ship to ship.

All Carnival cabins come with 24-hour room service (free Continental breakfast), climate control, a stateroom attendant, TV, closet and drawer space, and an in-room safe. Some cabins feature connecting doors.

A list of Carnival cabin categories include:

• Interior : Affordable, inside cabins can sleep up to five and are considered roomy by industry standards.
• Ocean View : These rooms with a view feature a picture window and can sleep up to five people.
• Balcony : Balcony cabins vary in size but feature a full, outdoor balcony.
• Suite : Despite their roomier size, suites still sleep up to five people comfortably. Perks of a suite include a balcony, pillow-top mattress, two complimentary bottles of water, fuzzy bathrobes, and priority embarkation/debarkation and dinner reservations. 
• Cloud 9 Spa : These serene cabins are located on select ships near the spa. They include free, unlimited access to the thermal suite as well as free fitness classes and discounts on treatments. All Cloud 9 staterooms feature Elemis bath products as well as spa-branded robes and slippers.
• Havana : Havana cabins are like their own tropical resort. Guests in the Havana will have exclusive access to the Havana pool, adjacent to the cool Havana Bar. Havana Cabanas feature a large outdoor lanai with cozy, swinging hammock chairs in addition to Cuban-inspired décor. Guests must be 12 years or older to stay in the Havana complex, which is located onboard Carnival Panorama, Vista, Celebration, Horizon, Jubilee, and Mardi Gras.
• Family Harbor : Carnival’s newest cabin category has been custom designed to give families all the perks they need for the perfect vacation at sea. Available onboard Carnival Panorama, Vista, Celebration, Horizon, Jubilee, and Mardi Gras, Family Harbor rooms feature access to the exclusive Family Harbor Lounge; specialty dining access for your kids; and one free night of Night Owls babysitting.

Accessibility

Carnival offers several accessible cabin categories for cruisers with mobility issues. The brand also offers some other amenities to accommodate cruisers of all abilities.

For guests with physical limitations, fully accessible cabins (for use with wheelchairs or scooters) and ambulatory accessible cabins (for an individual using a cane or with limited mobility) are available across the fleet. Features might include grab bars, prime location near elevators, wider door dimensions, and clear floor space for maneuvering, as well as shower seats.

Guests with audiovisual needs onboard can request a visual-tactile cabin alert system, a teletypewriter, assisted listening devices, a sign language interpreter, large-print daily programs, computers with screen reading, and Braille signage.

Carnival is the first cruise line to be certified as sensory inclusive by KultureCity, a nonprofit dedicated to accessibility and inclusion for sensory and invisible disabilities including autism, ADHD, PTSD, or Down Syndrome. KultureCity sensory bags can be checked out free of charge for the duration of the cruise. They include fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones, and more.

Further, certified working service dogs are welcome onboard all Carnival ships.

Destinations

Carnival is known for short and sunny Caribbean or Bahamas cruises. However, the cruise line actually sails far beyond warm-weather islands to a variety of worldwide destinations.

Cruisers looking to book a Carnival sailing can choose from itineraries to Alaska , Hawaii, Europe , Bermuda , Canada/New England, Greenland, Panama Canal, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Cruisers who don’t mind a sea day can also book transatlantic or transpacific voyages.

Of course, Carnival’s bread and butter remains a variety of itineraries across the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and Mexico.

Departure Ports

A definite pro in favor of Carnival Cruise Line is its extensive range of departure ports within North America. Carnival currently lists 20 total departure ports, with 14 of them spread across both coasts of the U.S.

At the time of publication, Carnival ships are homeported in Mobile, Galveston , Charleston, Norfolk, New Orleans, Baltimore, New York, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. A large number of Carnival ships are based in Florida , including the ports of Miami, Port Canaveral, Tampa and Jacksonville.

International departure ports for Carnival ships currently include London, Rome, Barcelona, Brisbane, Sydney, and Singapore.

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Private Islands

Not only do Carnival cruise ships visit a variety of global destinations, there are also exclusive destinations that you can only visit on a cruise ship. These locales are for cruise guests and have come a long way over the years.

Cruisers have the opportunity to visit up to five different private ports and islands , depending on their itinerary.

Carnival has preferred docking rights in Grand Turk, the capital island of the Turks & Caicos. Docked not far from historic Cockburn Town, cruisers can also enjoy the beaches, cabanas, shopping, and dining of Carnival’s 18-acre cruise center.

Half Moon Cay

Half Moon Cay is a private island in the Bahamas frequented by Carnival Cruise Line as well as a few other Carnival-owned cruise brands, like Holland America Line. This island experience is a serene one, with aquamarine waters, a lagoon, and plenty of nesting birds. Take a snorkel tour or a bike ride to learn more about Half Moon Cay’s flora and fauna.

Princess Cays

Located at the southern end of Eleuthera, a Bahamian island, is the private port of Princess Cays. This resort-style port of call offers a beach barbecue, plenty of sun loungers, and a playground for kids as well as a roped-off relaxation area for adults. This island is accessible to passengers with Carnival as well as Princess Cruises.

Along the Amber Coast of the Dominican Republic, Carnival Corporation has developed a 30-acre cruise port called Amber Cove . Here, families can spend the perfect port day lazing by a swimming pool and splash area surrounded by lush greenery or riding the zip line. Excursions are available into Puerto Plata or the waterfalls of Damajagua. Cabanas here guarantee incredible views.

Mahogany Bay

The largest Bay Island in Honduras is Roatan. It is here that cruisers can encounter Mahogany Bay, on its southern shores, where Carnival has positioned its private port near clear shores and the nature of Gumbalimba Park. West End Village is a collection of shops and restaurants, including local boutiques. Guests can ride the “Magical Flying Beach Chair” to reach Mahogany Beach from the cruise port welcome center.

Carnival Onboard Dining

Your dining experience onboard a Carnival ship might range from the crave-worthy burgers of Guy’s Burger Joint to the expertly crafted rolls of Bonsai Sushi or a fresh slice from the 24-hour Pizzeria del Capitano. Carnival’s restaurants and dining options are as varied as its cruisers.

From ample included meals at the buffet, main dining room, (and yes, those burgers!) to a special night out at an alternative restaurant, here are just a few examples of some of Carnival’s signature dining experiences. Don’t be surprised to see some famous faces behind the kitchens of Big Chicken (Shaquille O’Neal, Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer) or Emeril’s Bistro (Carnival’s Chief Culinary Officer, Emeril Lagasse).

INCLUDED Dining Options on Carnival Ships

Dining Room : Carnival’s main dining rooms are open nightly for dinner, either at an early or late seating. The menu rotates each evening, including locally inspired dishes, as well as an always-available menu. Waiters will get to know returning diners, and possibly their penchant for Carnival’s famous chocolate melting cake. Your Time Dining allows cruisers to just drop in for dinner, though they will likely want to make a reservation to avoid long wait times. The MDR is open for breakfast and lunch on select sea days.

Lido Marketplace : Carnival’s buffet-style venue offers freestyling cruisers the chance to sample dishes from a variety of stations, whether it’s pizza, the Carnival Deli, or Indian staple Masala Tiger. The options are endless, the soft-serve is free flowing, and this venue is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Guy’s Burger Joint : Celebrity chef and TV personality Guy Fieri has a longstanding partnership with Carnival, from his fleetwide Lido burger joint to his finger-licking barbecue restaurant on select ships. Lovers of juicy burgers and fries must make at least one trip (if you can limit yourself) to try one of Guy’s patties smothered in secret sauce. There’s even a vegetarian option.

BlueIgunana Cantina : On the pool deck, you’ll also find the BlueIguana Cantina, serving up Mexican-style tacos and burritos made to order. Finish off your plate with a variety of salsas and a slice of fresh watermelon. Our favorite part? The lesser-known breakfast burritos available in the morning. 

Seaday Brunch : Passengers can delight in a breakfast/lunch hybrid of pancakes and sandwiches on the Seaday Brunch menu, served in the dining room. Sea days not only mean you can sleep in, but you won’t miss any of these culinary delights. Items like huevos rancheros and loaded mac ‘n’ cheese are served until the late afternoon.

SPECIALTY Restaurants on Carnival Ships

Steakhouse : Every Carnival cruise features a steakhouse, whether it’s Fahrenheit 555 or by another name. With an award-winning wine list and a plethora of cuts to choose from, each steakhouse offers diners a mouth-watering menu for a satisfying night out. Cover charges are approximately $48 per adult and $13 for children 11 and younger.

Bonsai Teppanyaki : Complementing its sushi bar, Bonsai Teppanyaki is a coveted seat at the hibachi grill. Here, chefs whip and flip delicious, Asian-style teppanyaki dishes — and a show. With limited seating, this venue is highly coveted and costs $38 for dinner with a slight discount of $35 per person for lunch.  

Cucina del Capitano : Say ciao to boring Italian food and book a dinner at Carnival’s signature Italian restaurant, found fleetwide. Inspired by the childhood recipes of Carnival’s Italian captains and officers, Cucina evokes a local trattoria with iconic red-and-white checked tablecloths and family-style portions. This specialty venue is a bargain at $18 per adult or $6 per child. On Mardi Gras, Celebration, and Jubilee, the price is even better — it’s free.

Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast : Drawing upon its partnership with the World of Dr. Seuss, Carnival offers this eye-catching dining option once per cruise. For $8 per child and $10 per adult, imaginations take flight as Thing 1 and Thing 2 (with special appearance from the Cat in the Hat) guide you through a breakfast like no other. With options like Truffula Tree pancakes and cereal-encrusted French toast, what’s not to love. Of course, there is also the namesake green eggs and ham for brave eaters.

Looking for a sneak peek at the dining options onboard the new Carnival Celebration? Check out this guide to Celebration’s restaurants with menus .

Bars & Lounges

You won’t have to go very far to find a fruity cocktail or ice-cold beer onboard a Carnival cruise. While bars can vary from ship to ship, there are some hallmark Carnival watering holes that you should be on the lookout for during your next sailing.

Alchemy Bar : Elevating the cruise line’s mixology, this modern, apothecary-style cocktail bar concocts some of the tastiest tipples at sea. Including all-new nonalcoholic versions.

Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse|Brewhouse : On select ships, you can find surprisingly inventive cocktails at Guy Fieri’s barbecue haven, like a bourbon blend smoked to perfection.

RedFrog Pub & Brewery : Even if you don’t have the full venue or active brewery onboard your ship, you are likely to be able to try Carnival’s very own ThirstyFrog craft brews across the fleet.

RedFrog Rum Bar : Out on the pool deck, the good vibes are flowing and so is this menu of rum-based punches and coladas.

BlueIguana Tequila Bar : Adjacent to the rum bar is this hotspot for the margarita lovers.

Piano Bar : This bar takes requests — not just you drink order, but for the song you’d like to sing along to until the early hours.

Sports Bar : Catch the game, have a brew, and unwind at this bar where there is always some kind of competition taking place on the flatscreen TVs. 

Curious what the bars are like on an Excel-class ship? Check out the this guide to the bars on Carnival Celebration — with menus!

Beverage Packages

While some beverage options like non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate, and non-specialty coffee and tea are free, other drinks will cost you extra money. Drinks like bottled water, soda, specialty coffees, and alcoholic beverages will come at a price on a Carnival cruise.

Given all the onboard bars and lounges, Carnival Cruise Line offers beverage packages for purchase. There is the alcoholic drink package, also known as the Cheers! Beverage Program. There is also the unlimited soda program, called the Bottomless Bubbles package.

Considering whether it’s worth it to purchase a drink package? Here is everything you need to know about beverage packages on Carnival Cruise Line . We cover all the details from the drink inclusions, to prices, to FAQ’s.

Onboard Activities/Entertainment

There is a ton to do onboard a Carnival ship, whether you’re with young kids or old friends. The best part is that much of Carnival’s entertainment and activities are free.

Families can check out game shows like “Family Feud” or head to the Seuss at Sea reading room. They can also play a game of mini-golf on the SportsSquare or join a Build-A-Bear workshop (for an extra charge). The first Sky Zone at sea can also be found on select ships, including Carnival Panorama.

Each Carnival ship is equipped with pools as well as a water park. Carnival WaterWorks slides, splash areas and layouts vary by ship but are always free to guests and always guarantee a fun way to cool off. Newer vessels feature more elaborate top-deck attractions as well, such as the pedal-powered SkyRide or the Bolt Sea Coaster.

Free cooking demos will inspire, but true foodies can sign up for immersive culinary classes onboard ships with Carnival Kitchen. Adults itching for something else aside from pool time can attend an art seminar, play a round of trivia, join a martini tasting, or try their luck at Bingo.

By night, all ages can enjoy Carnival’s short but dynamic stage shows called Playlist Productions. Select ships feature IMAX movies, while all ships offer Dive-In Movies on the pool deck. Adults looking for after-hours amusement can hit the nightclub or take in an un-censored comedy show at the Punchliner Comedy Club. Live music, including a piano bar and karaoke, is abundant throughout the Carnival fleet.

A feature of all Carnival ships is the casino. Carnival casinos vary in layout and location by cruise ship, but include a variety of slot machines, table games, blackjack tables, poker and more. A Casino Bar is also conveniently located here, for refreshments while you play.

The Carnival Players Club earns you points on casino play when you use your Sail & Sign card. Guests 18 years and older can join. The more points you earn the more perks you will receive, like free drinks in the casino or invitations to special tournaments. Guests must be 21 years or older to consume alcohol onboard Carnival ships.   

Spa and Fitness

Cloud 9 is Carnival’s onboard spa and fitness center (branded differently on select ships). While features might vary by ship, guests can book a variety of treatments here, from massages to salon services.

The Cloud 9 Spa also features a thermal suite, with a variety of amenities including dry saunas, steam rooms, a relaxation room, aromatherapy showers and a thalassotherapy pool. Guests may purchase access to the thermal suite by day (about $40 each) or for the length of a cruise (approximately $139 per person, for a weeklong sailing). Those staying in Carnival’s Cloud 9 Spa Staterooms have an included pass to the thermal suite for the length of their cruise.

Guests must be 18 years or older to book a spa treatment or use the thermal suite. However, Carnival offers a range of teen-specific treatments called ZSPA. Parents or guardians can book these treatments.

The fitness center onboard Carnival ships is open from about 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. It comes equipped with Life Fitness machines, plus a variety of classes from Pilates to yoga. A cycling studio is featured onboard newer ships, but all classes incur an additional fee.

Carnival’s Youth Program accommodates kids from 6 months to 17 years old. Children are grouped together by age, with activities tailored to their age group. Parents should register their kids on embarkation day . The Youth Program hosts an open house for families to visit, meet the staff and learn more about the various spaces and programming. 

Camp Ocean is the kids’ program, with Penguins (age 2 to 5); Stingrays (6 to 8); and Sharks (9 to 11). Activities for these groups might include dance classes, ball games, arts and crafts, trivia, video games, and more.

Teen programming on Carnival ships consists of Circle “C” for teens 12 to 14 and Club O2 for those aged 15 through 17. There is no sign in/out policy for clubs in these age groups. They are able to come and go freely. Scavenger hunts, karaoke, and themed parties are among the planned activities for teens, though many use the space as a casual hangout with friends.

Infants under the age of 2 can join the Turtles, offering sensory activities, music, and educational games. Children do not need to be potty trained to join Camp Ocean. But, they must be in order to use any of the onboard water facilities.

Night Owls is supervised playtime for children 6 months to 11 years, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. This slumber party atmosphere allows littles to interact (or rest) while their parents enjoy an evening out. The Night Owls program is $7.50 per hour plus 18 percent gratuity per child. Carnival does not offer in-room babysitting on its ships.

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What’s Included and What’s Not on Carnival

When booking a cruise, it’s important to know what is rolled into the cruise fare. A Carnival cruise is considered a great value because of the many inclusions for the price. Check out everything that’s included on a Carnival cruise , from breakfast burritos to water parks.

In brief, while many things are part of your Carnival cruise fare, other items will cost you extra money. As previously mentioned, specialty dining and many beverages come at an additional fee. Spa treatments, fitness classes, and babysitting services are extra too. As are some onboard activities and attractions like the BOLT roller coaster, Carnival Kitchen cooking classes, and Bingo.

Cruisers should also budget extra money for items like shore excursions , WiFi, and gratuities .

Carnival offers three Wi-Fi internet plans for purchase. The Social plan is $12.75 per person, per day with access to social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. The Value plan is $17 per person, per day for basic internet access but not streaming. The Premium plan is $18.70 per person, per day. It grants access to services such as Skype and Zoom with speeds up to three times faster.

A 15 percent discount is applied if a W-Fi package is purchased online prior to boarding.

A daily gratuity is added to each passenger’s account (over the age of 2). These tips go directly to crew members. The daily gratuity for guests booked in standard cabins is $16 per person, per day. For guests staying in suites, the gratuity is $18 per person, per day.

Guests can pre-pay tips or settle the bill at the end of the voyage. If service wasn’t up to a guest’s standards, an adjustment may be made at Guest Services while still onboard.

An 18% gratuity is added to each beverage purchase along with cover charges or a la carte fees at specialty dining venues.

Carnival’s Loyalty Program

The VIFP (Very Important Fun Person) Club is Carnival’s loyalty program. Every cruise earns members points. There are five VIFP loyalty tiers: Blue (first cruise); Red (second cruise, up to 24 points); Gold (25-74); Platinum (75-199); and Diamond (200 or more points).

Perks of joining the loyalty program immediately include a member e-newsletter with special offers, followed by a complimentary 1.5-liter bottle of water, and then member pins and a free drink (on cruises of five days or longer) at Gold level.

At Platinum, Carnival cruisers can expect priority boarding and debarkation, as well as priority spa, shuttle, and dining reservations; a special loyalty cocktail party; arcade credits; a logo gift; priority line at Guest Services; and complimentary laundry service, among other perks.

Carnival Tips & Tricks

If you are planning a Carnival cruise or already have one booked, we have plenty of other info to help you make the most of your cruise vacation. From ship reviews, to ship-specific dining guides, and more, we cover it all on eatsleepcruise.com .

For starters, you may want to read up on all of Carnival Cruise Line’s tips and tricks . From Carnival-specific money-saving advice to the location of a secret deck, we share insider advice that only the experts know.

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The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Carnival Cruise Line ship

Some cruise lines offer voyages to every corner of the world. Others are more focused on where they operate.

Carnival Cruise Line , one of the world's largest cruise brands, is firmly in the second category.

Carnival is all about relatively short, affordable cruises from U.S. ports. You'll find at least one of its ships sailing out of pretty much every major port city around the country, but it's rare to find them based anywhere else.

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Catering heavily to budget travelers who reach its ships by car, Carnival only rarely offers voyages in Europe, Asia and South America — destinations that are much more integral to the schedules of such rival lines as Royal Caribbean , Princess Cruises and Holland America .

However, Carnival is the undisputed leader in cruises out of U.S. ports to the Caribbean and Bahamas, with a wide range of sailings to the regions from ports on the East Coast and along the Gulf of Mexico.

Some of Carnival's East Coast-based ships also sail to Bermuda, New England and Canada. For Carnival ships based on the West Coast, sailings to Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska are the norm.

Carnival also offers some Panama Canal voyages.

Related: The ultimate guide to Carnival Cruise Line

The overarching idea for Carnival's ship deployments is that a large percentage of the U.S. population can reach one of the line's ships by car, saving the cost of flights. For that reason, it takes a much broader approach to ship deployments around the U.S. than other lines.

Carnival's biggest operations are out of PortMiami and Port Canaveral in Florida; Galveston, Texas; Long Beach, California; and New Orleans — all major cruise hubs. You'll also find Carnival ships in secondary cruise ship ports such as Baltimore; Charleston, South Carolina; Mobile, Alabama; and Jacksonville, Florida.

For the most part, Carnival ships sail relatively short voyages of three to eight nights.

Here's our take on the five best places Carnival sails.

The Caribbean and Bahamas

Carnival is, quite simply, the king of Caribbean and Bahamas cruises. If you're looking for a quick, easy and — perhaps most importantly — very affordable cruise getaway to the region, Carnival is your line.

Carnival currently has 19 of its 25 ships scheduled to sail to the Caribbean and the Bahamas for at least part of the coming year, including its newest and biggest ships, the 5,282-passenger Mardi Gras and sister vessel Carnival Celebration .

To put that in perspective, that's more ships than exist in the entire fleet of Norwegian Cruise Line , which itself is a major player in Caribbean cruises.

Carnival offers a broad range of Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries from no fewer than 11 U.S. ports.

If you're looking for something short, the line has you covered in the form of quick three- to five-night trips to the Caribbean and the Bahamas from Florida ports such as Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville and Port Canaveral, as well as from Mobile, Alabama; New Orleans; and Galveston, Texas.

Related: The 8 types of Carnival ships, explained

From the Eastern ports, these itineraries often focus on stops in the Bahamas and Grand Turk Island. From the Gulf ports, they often focus heavily on the ports of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, including Cozumel and Progreso.

Carnival is also big in the market for six- to eight-night sailings to Caribbean and Bahamas ports, which break down into three broad categories:

• Eastern Caribbean voyages
• Western Caribbean voyages
• Southern Caribbean voyages

A typical seven-night Carnival sailing to the Eastern Caribbean includes stops in San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Amber Cove, Dominican Republic; and Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos.

However, each of Carnival's six- to eight-night Eastern Caribbean itineraries is a little different. There are typically three and sometimes four calls on these Eastern Caribbean cruises.

Carnival's six- to eight-night Western Caribbean voyages will typically include three or four stops in some mix of the following destinations: Mexico (Cozumel and Costa Maya), Honduras, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Belize.

The line's Southern Caribbean itineraries — typically eight nights in length — will often bring visits to Aruba and Curaçao, as well as one or more northerly Caribbean ports such as Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic.

Carnival also offers a handful of longer, 10- to 14-night sailings in the Caribbean, but not many.

Related: The best Caribbean cruises for every type of traveler

The Mexican Riviera

Carnival is one of the leaders in cruises to the Mexican Riviera — the string of resort towns running down the west coast of Mexico.

Carnival operates cruises to the west coast of Mexico out of the California ports of Long Beach and San Francisco, with Long Beach being its main West Coast hub.

Notably, Carnival is the only cruise line to base ships in Long Beach year-round for voyages to Mexico. One of the line's newest vessels, the 4,008-passenger Carnival Panorama , is based year-round in Long Beach for seven-night Mexican Riviera voyages. The smaller, 2,764-passenger Carnival Radiance operates three- and four-night trips out of Long Beach year-round to Mexico.

A third Carnival ship, the 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle, operates four- and five-night sailings to Mexico out of Long Beach on a seasonal basis during the winter and also offers some Mexican Riviera cruises out of San Francisco.

In addition, a fourth Carnival ship — the not-yet-in-the-fleet Carnival Firenze — will begin sailing four- and five-night cruises to Mexico out of Los Angeles in May 2024.

The typical seven-night Carnival voyage to the Mexican Riviera brings stops in Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta.

Three- and four-night Carnival trips to the west coast of Mexico typically only feature a single Mexico call in Ensenada and, at times, a stop at Catalina Island off the coast of California.

Related: Everything you want to know about cabins and suites on Carnival ships

Carnival isn't the biggest player in Alaska cruises. The giants of cruising to Alaska are Princess Cruises and Holland America , which are sister lines to Carnival that control a large percentage of the market. Still, Carnival has sent more vessels to Alaska in recent years than in the past, and for 2023, it has three ships sailing to the destination.

Carnival's fun-focused, affordable ships are a popular pick with families looking to visit Alaska during the short Alaska cruise season, which lasts roughly from May to September.

For 2023, Carnival has deployed the following ships to the Alaska market:

• Carnival Luminosa: The 14-year-old vessel is mostly operating seven-night voyages to Alaska round-trip out of Seattle. Most departures feature calls at Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia. It also visits the Tracy Arm fjord in Alaska for glacier viewing. A few sailings have a slightly different line-up of ports.
• Carnival Miracle: The 19-year-old vessel mostly operates 10-night voyages to Alaska round-trip out of San Francisco. It calls at Skagway, Juneau, Icy Strait Point in Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia. It also visits Tracy Arm for glacier viewing.
• Carnival Spirit: The 22-year-old vessel operates seven-night voyages to Alaska round-trip from Seattle. It calls at Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia. It also visits Tracy Arm for glacier viewing.

Unlike some lines such as Princess, Holland America and Royal Caribbean, Carnival does not offer Alaska "cruise tours" that combine an Alaska cruise with multiple days of overland touring.

Related: How to find the right Alaska cruise for you

At least a couple of Carnival ships typically sail to Bermuda every year between May and October.

While the line doesn't offer a huge number of Bermuda departures, it usually operates Bermuda trips out of at least three ports every year: New York, Baltimore and Norfolk, Virginia.

Most of the sailings are six nights in length and include two days in Bermuda. The line also typically offers a few shorter four- and five-night Bermuda sailings and, occasionally, a longer seven-night Bermuda sailing.

Note that the shorter Bermuda sailings can offer very little time in the country, sometimes as little as eight hours.

For 2023, Carnival is offering sailings to Bermuda on three ships: the 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic, the 2,124-passenger Carnival Legend and the 4,208-passenger Carnival Venezia . The latter ship is a Costa Cruises vessel that Carnival began operating in May 2023 . Costa is a sister line to Carnival with similarly designed ships.

Related: Does a short cruise to Bermuda make sense?

Carnival may be all about cruises from U.S. ports. However, not all its vessels always are based in North America.

In what might seem an unusual diversion for a line known for short, easy-to-reach, affordable voyages for Americans, Carnival, in recent years, has deployed two of its vessels to Australia to operate trips from Sydney and Brisbane.

The two ships — most recently the 2,260-passenger Carnival Luminosa and 3,012-passenger Carnival Splendor — typically operate a mix of three- to 10-night sailings along the Australian coast and to New Zealand.

Carnival's Australia trips, notably, aren't really aimed at Americans. They're aimed at Australians. A few years ago, Carnival discovered that Australians love the sort of fun-focused, affordable cruises it offers just as much as Americans, and it set out to build a business in Australia catering to them.

That doesn't mean an American can't book one of the trips.

The typical Carnival cruise along the coast of Australia includes stops at Airlie Beach, Cairns and Willis Island. Some longer Australia voyages add in stops at Port Douglas or Moreton Island.

Shorter Australia voyages might include a stop at just one of the above destinations or even no stops at all — a so-called "cruise to nowhere."

Related: The ultimate guide to Carnival's VIFP loyalty program

Bottom line

Carnival focuses heavily on cruises in North America.

If you're looking for a voyage to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda or the west coast of Mexico, you'll find an unparalleled array of choices from Carnival.

If a cruise vacation in Europe, Asia or South America is what you're after, you probably should focus on another line.

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11 Top Carnival Cruise Deals You Don’t Want to Miss

If there is anything better than a cruise, it’s getting a great deal on that trip. And if you’re looking for a deal, then Carnival is one of your best options.

The cruise line is well-known for offering a lot of value, specifically with cruise fares that are generally lower than the competition. If you know what to look for, then you can hunt down trips that offer some ridiculously low pricing.

That’s why we searched Carnival’s schedule out more than a year from now to scout some of the most attractive deals in a variety of categories. From the least expensive cruises overall to great deals on cruise itineraries you don’t see every day, this list should give you a good idea of what sort of offers are out there.

How to Find Your Own Cruise Deal on Carnival

While we have a number of ideas below, if you want to find your own Carnival cruise deal then you can search Cruise Critic for deals here . To help narrow things down, we do have some suggestions on how to find the best offers.

Sail Older Ships The biggest and newest ships get lots of buzz and publicity, but they also generally carry a higher price tag. That’s why if cost is a major factor for you, then look for cruises on older ships. Generally you can find similar cruises, but for less than taking a trip on the newest ship.

Sail When Kids Are in School Below, you may notice that many of the best deals sail in the fall. That’s not a coincidence. If you search, you’ll find that there’s a correlation between cruise prices and the school year. Sail during the summer, Christmas holidays, or Spring Break, and fares will be higher than sailing times like the fall or winter.

Price Doesn’t Mean Value One final thing to consider is that just because a price is low doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best value. In fact, we cover a number of cruises below that DON’T have the lowest prices. Yet, they are unique due to some characteristic of the trip that make them a compelling cruise.

Note: This article contains links to Cruise Critic. We earn commission for clicks made on their website, at no charge to you. Keep in mind that prices may vary from when this article was published.

Cheapest Overall Carnival Cruise for 2023

• Date: October 9, 2023
• Ship: Carnival Conquest
• Ports: Miami, Nassau
• Price: $194

If inexpensive is what you’re going for, as we go to press it doesn’t get any cheaper than this. The cruise aboard Carnival Conquest from Miami is only three days, helping keep the price low. An interior cabin on the October 9, 2023 sailing starts at just $194 per person.

The trip itself is as basic as it gets, going from Miami to Nassau and back. Still, if you want to take a cruise and not spend a lot of money, this is one of your best options. It’s also one of your best options if you’re wanting to let loose as the short trip and low cost should lead to a festive atmosphere. Learn more about this cruise here .

Cheapest Overall Carnival Cruise for 2024

• Date: September 30, 2024
• Ports: Miami, Half Moon Cay, Nassau
• Price: $179

When it comes to the least expensive cruise of 2024, you have several itineraries to choose from at $179 per person for an interior room, but they are all aboard the Carnival Conquest sailing from Miami. We chose this trip because it is four days with two port stops, including the Half Moon Cay private destination.

This particular cruise departs in late September, heading to The Bahamas. Other trips at this price point include a three-day cruise to Nassau, and a four-day cruise with stops at Princess Cays and Nassau. Learn more about this cruise here.

Most Interesting Itinerary

• Date: August 22, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Panorama
• Ports: Los Angeles, Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, Kushiro, Aomori, Yokohama
• Price: $2,069

If you want a cruise that’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience, this trip fits the bill. In fact, it’s essentially two cruises in one. First, you’ll sail from LA to Alaska with three ports of call and sailing the Endicott Arm. We’re big fans of sailing Alaska and consider it a must-see.

But that’s only the first part of the cruise. From there, you’ll head to the Far East, crossing the international date line before three more ports of call in Japan. This includes Kushiro in the northern part of the country and Aomori, followed by Yokohama, just outside of Tokyo.

And in an unusual move for these sort of lengthy trips, the cruise is aboard Carnival Panorama — one of the newer ships in the fleet. Learn more about this cruise here .

Most Expensive Carnival Cruise of 2024

• Date: April 1, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Luminosa
• Ports: Brisbane, Guam, Okinawa, Yokohama, Seward, Juneau, Ketchikan, Seattle
• Price: $3,449

It makes sense that Carnival’s most expensive trip is also its longest, but on a per day basis it’s actually a decent deal considering the experience. This month-long cruise repositions from Australia to Seattle. It will feature lots of time at sea as you cross the Pacific but also feature stops in amazing places.

From Brisbane you’ll visit Guam, five different ports of call in Japan, crossing the date line, then a cruise through Alaska including stops in Seward, Juneau, and Ketchikan, before finishing up in Seattle.

The price tag is high — nearly $3,500 per person for an interior cabin. But on a per-day basis, that comes out to just a shade over $100. Learn more about this cruise here .

Best Deal on a New Ship

• Date: September 7, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Jubilee
• Ports: Galveston, Mahogany Bay, Costa Maya, Cozumel
• Price: $599

If you want to sail the nicest, newest ships then you normally have to pony up some cash. As a rule of thumb, newer ships have higher price tags to sail. After all, there’s normally strong demand for a new ship.

But with Carnival, there are still opportunities to sail with a great deal. In this case, Carnival Jubilee (which debuts in late 2023) will sail from Galveston on September 7, 2024 on a 7-day cruise. You can get aboard this cruise for just $599 per person for an interior cabin.

The round trip cruise has stops in Mahogany Bay (Carnival’s private port in Roatan), Costa Maya , and Cozumel before returning home. There’s a lot to do on this ship, so being able to sail for a week will give you time to get it all done. Learn more about this cruise here.

Best Deal for an Alaskan Cruise

• Date: May 7, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Spirit
• Ports: Seattle, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Victoria
• Price: $699

When it comes to cruises, trips to Alaska should be a bucket-list item. Given the remoteness and size of this part of the country, a cruise offers the best way to see the most in a relatively short period of time. However, these cruises are usually more expensive than similar length Caribbean trips.

We found this deal, however, that represents the least expensive Alaska cruise of 2024. Starting at $699 per person for an interior cabin, the cruise takes you from Seattle to Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, and Victoria (Canada) before returning home. That’s a line-up of classic ports in this part of the country that shouldn’t be missed. Learn more about this cruise here.

Cheapest 7-Day Cruise of 2023

• Date: September 23, 2023
• Ports: Los Angeles, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas
• Price: $439

If you’re wanting a deal on a vacation this year, then check out this 7-day cruise from Los Angeles (technically Carnival sails from Long Beach). The cruise aboard Carnival Panorama is for seven nights and takes you to all the hotspots on the Pacific side of Mexico.

You’ll visit Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Cabo San Lucas, and don’t forget days at sea to work on your tan. From LA it’s a classic itinerary that shouldn’t be missed. And while the price isn’t as cheap as the lowest fares of 2024, it’s still a strong deal. Learn more about this cruise here.

Cheapest 7-Day Cruise of 2024

• Date: September 8, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Magic
• Ports: Miami, San Juan, Amber Cove, Grand Turk
• Price: $369

If you want inexpensive but also want to cruise more than three or four nights, this is the least expensive 7-night cruise we found for all of 2024. The cruise aboard Carnival Magic departs Miami, headed to the eastern Caribbean.

From there you’ll have stops in San Juan, Amber Cove (Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic), and Grand Turk , along with some time at sea just to relax and enjoy the sunshine.

At $369 for an interior cabin, that comes out to just about $50 per person, per day to sail on what is a great itinerary. Learn more about this cruise here.

Great Deal From Galveston

• Date: September 15, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Dream
• Ports: Galveston, Costa Maya, Belize, Cozumel
• Price: $399

September is a great time for cruise deals as kids are back in school, meaning lower demand from families to sail. Meanwhile, the weather is still warm so you can enjoy getting some sun and water even before you reach the Caribbean.

In this case you can do just that on a 6-night cruise from Galveston. The trip aboard Carnival Dream stops in Costa Maya, Belize, and Cozumel. And the deal runs just $399 per person for an interior cabin, or about $65 per day. Learn more about this cruise here.

Great Deal From Port Canaveral

• Date: October 13, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Vista
• Ports: Port Canaveral, Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, Amber Cove

A great deal on a fall cruise is this trip that departs Port Canaveral in mid-October. Depart from the Orlando area and you’ll have stops at Half Moon Cay (Carnival’s private destination), Grand Turk, and Amber Cove.

And this trip won’t set you back much. An interior cabin starts at just $369 for nearly a week on the ship. Plus, it’s aboard Carnival Vista. This ship isn’t the newest, but was built just a few years ago as the start of the Vista class, Carnival’s second largest style of ship. That means it has all the latest features you’d expect on a Carnival ship. Learn more about this cruise here.

Great Deal From Jacksonville

• Date: November 2, 2024
• Ship: Carnival Elation
• Ports: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays
• Price: $209

Finding a cruise that’s under about $75 a night is a decent deal. Under $50 is (nearly) unheard of. This trip comes in at just around $40 per day .

For that price there are some trade-offs. First, it sails from Jacksonville which isn’t as busy a port as Miami or Port Canaveral. As well, it’s on Carnival Elation, which is one of the oldest ships in the fleet.

Even so, the price tag is too tempting to pass up. The cruise will take you south to Nassau and Princess Cays for literally the price of visiting a nice steakhouse for two. Learn more about this cruise here.

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O ne person is dead and several others injured after a shuttle bus rammed into them at a Honolulu cruise terminal in Hawaii on Friday, according to police and Carnival Cruise Line.

The cruise port bus was dropping off people near a pier when a bystander informed the driver that the bus was moving forward. The driver jumped into the driver’s seat and tried to stop the bus, but pressed the gas pedal instead of the brakes, police said.

“Somebody screamed, and then I looked over and the bus hit into the crowd. It just kept going until it hit the wall there,” witness Janet Lightfoot told CNN affiliate KHNL/KGMB.

The bus struck concrete barriers and 11 people, five of whom were transported to hospitals for treatment, according to the police. One woman died from her injuries, while the others were listed in good condition and have since been discharged, police said. Six people refused treatment.

“This is sad case where their Hawaiian vacation turned into a tragedy,” said Jessica Lani Rich of the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii, a nonprofit that is assisting the victims.

Carnival Cruise Line said nine guests from the Carnival Miracle ship were among those involved in the accident, including the woman who died. The Illinois woman was celebrating her wedding anniversary with a family cruise, Rich said.

“She was traveling with her husband, who was also injured and is expected to recover,” the cruise line said.

The woman’s husband was taken to the emergency room along with several other family members, the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii told CNN.

Police said investigations are ongoing, but so far speed does not appear to be an issue in the accident. “It is unknown if drugs or alcohol were contributing factors to this collision,” the Honolulu Police Department said.

CNN has reached out to the shuttle bus company and is awaiting a response.

The Carnival Miracle is midway through a 15-day sailing journey that left Long Beach, California.

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Woman dead after bus crashes into pedestrians at Honolulu cruise ship terminal

Five pedestrians were taken to the hospital, police said.

One woman has died and 10 others were injured after a shuttle bus crashed into the transportation area outside a Honolulu cruise terminal Friday, according to police.

The ship, Carnival Miracle, was on a 15-day journey, departing Long Beach, California, on April 6, according to Carnival Cruise Line. Nine of the people hit by the vehicle were cruise ship passengers.

"Sadly, one guest has died from her injuries. She was traveling with her husband, who was also injured and is expected to recover. Members of the Carnival Care Team are assisting the guests. Our thoughts are with the guests affected and their loved ones," Carnival Cruise Line said in a statement to ABC News.

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A 57-year-old man was dropping off customers at pier 2 when a bystander told him that his vehicle was moving forward. He then jumped into the drivers seat, trying to stop the vehicle, but he accidentally pressed the gas pedal instead of the brakes, colliding with two concrete barriers and eleven pedestrians, according to the Honolulu Police Department.

Five pedestrians were transported to the hospital -- one of whom was later pronounced dead and four others are in good condition. Six other pedestrians refused treatment on the scene, police said.

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1 dead, several injured in Honolulu after shuttle bus crashes outside cruise terminal

One person has died and multiple people were injured in a shuttle bus crash in Honolulu , Hawaii on Friday.

"Nine Carnival Miracle guests were hit by a shuttle bus in the transportation area outside the Honolulu cruise terminal on Friday morning," Matt Lupoli, senior manager of the Carnival Cruise Line , told USA TODAY. "Sadly, one guest has died from her injuries. She was traveling with her husband, who was also injured and is expected to recover."

The shuttle bus crashed into pedestrians and two concrete barriers at the terminal. The shuttle bus driver mistakenly stepped on the gas pedal instead of the break when they attempted to stop the bus from moving, Hawaii News Now reported.

All of the victims were taken to local hospitals and are being treated for their injuries. The victims are in different conditions ranging from serious to stable, the news outlet said.

"Members of the Carnival Care Team are assisting the guests. Our thoughts are with the guests affected and their loved ones," Lupoli said.

USA TODAY has reached out to the  Honolulu Police Department and the Honolulu Emergency Medical Services for comment.

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Eyewitnesses share their experience after the Honolulu shuttle bus crash, reports state

Eyewitness told KITV Island News that the relaxing Friday morning turned deadly after the shuttle bus crash.

"We heard the tire of a vehicle screeching," Lillian Le, a visitor from Denver told the broadcast station. "We looked and it was a bus running over people and hit against a wall."

An employee at the complex said he has never experienced this before.

"We saw the first responders coming, it was substantial, probably about 10 a.m., four or five ambulances, two fire trucks, ten cop cars, looked pretty bad - it's really distressing," Mark Elwell, an employee at the complex wher the accident occurred. "I've worked here 21 years, I've never seen anything to this magnitude, really sad to see, obviously people were hurt pretty bad to be taken away by ambulance."

Jessica Lani Rich, a visitor at the Aloha Society of Hawaii told KITV Island News that the woman who died was celebrating her 46th wedding anniversary with her husband.

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