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Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line is a contemporary cruise line best suited to broad, budget-conscious mass market skewing young and family-heavy - first-time cruisers, families, groups and 20s-40s partygoers drawn to the 'Fun Ship' vibe.

Founded1972
HeadquartersDoral, Florida, USA
Parent companyCarnival Corporation & plc
Reference fleet size29 ships

The experience

What stands out

Broad, budget-conscious mass market skewing young and family-heavy - first-time cruisers, families, groups and 20s-40s partygoers drawn to the 'Fun Ship' vibe.

  • Affordability and value for money
  • Lively 'Fun Ship' party-forward atmosphere
  • Family-friendly with strong kids/teen programs
  • Many short 3-5 night itineraries and convenient U.S. homeports
  • Casual, unpretentious culture

Commonly included

What the fare may cover

  • Main dining room meals
  • Buffet & casual eateries
  • Shows, comedy & live music
  • Kids' & teens' clubs
  • Pools, hot tubs & water parks
  • Fitness center
  • Basic non-alcoholic drinks

Plan for extras

What may cost more

  • Gratuities$17 / guest / day
  • Specialty diningPer meal
  • Alcoholic drinksPer drink
  • Soda & specialty coffeePer drink
  • Wi-Fi$22 / device / day
  • Shore excursionsPer person
  • Spa treatmentsPer treatment

Fare and package reference

Ways Carnival Cruise Line bundles the trip

$89.94 / guest / day (~$83.94 pre-cruise)

Cheers! Beverage Program

All spirits, cocktails, beer and wine by the glass priced $20 or less · Sodas, specialty coffee, hot tea and energy drinks · Bottled water and other non-alcoholic drinks · Limit 15 alcoholic drinks per 24 hours; must be bought for every adult in the cabin

~$41.99 / guest / day

Cheers! Zero Proof

Unlimited sodas and juices · Premium coffees and teas · Zero-proof cocktails and alcohol-free beer · Smoothies, protein shakes and energy drinks

from ~$79.95 / stateroom

Faster to the Fun (FTTF)

Priority check-in, security lane and boarding · Early cabin and bag drop, expedited luggage · Dedicated Guest Services line · Priority tender and debarkation

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