Category: Carnival

Carnival Sunshine’s CDC Inspection Reveals Concerning Issues The Carnival Sunshine recently underwent a routine health inspection by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), scoring an 89. This score narrowly avoids failure, as ships need to score at least 86 to pass. During the March 8 inspection, the CDC identified 26 violations on board,…

Carnival’s Request for Early-Boarding Guests Carnival Cruise Line is making an important request to its early-boarding guests: please leave your cabin after dropping off your luggage. This applies to: Brand Ambassador John Heald shared this plea on Facebook, emphasizing its importance for smooth embarkation day operations. The housekeeping team needs time to prepare cabins between…

Carnival Cruise Line Welcomes Two New Ships Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure, formerly of P&O Cruises Australia, are undergoing a transformation to join the Carnival Cruise Line fleet. The two-week wet dock will revamp both ships, bringing them into the Carnival family with a fresh look and exciting features. The new paint job is particularly…

Slot Pull Tournaments on Carnival Cruise Line Jumping into a slot pull tournament can enhance your cruise ship experience. Carnival Cruise Line allows privately organized tournaments, but approval must come from the ship’s casino team while you’re on board. John Heald, Carnival’s Brand Ambassador, emphasizes that a friendly chat with the casino host on embarkation…

Carnival Glory Balcony Fire Incident A girls’ getaway on the Carnival Glory took an unexpected turn when a fire broke out on their cabin balcony on February 22, 2025. The incident occurred while the ship was returning from Nassau. Crew members quickly extinguished the flames, and the ship’s schedule continued without major disruption. No injuries…

Carnival Firenze Unveils New 2025 Itineraries from Long Beach Carnival Cruise Line is expanding its offerings from the West Coast with exciting new itineraries for the Carnival Firenze in 2025. Departing from Long Beach, California, the cruise line will offer: These cruises promise a blend of relaxation and cultural experiences, featuring Italian-themed dining and entertainment…

Carnival Cruise Line is charting a course for a truly unforgettable 2025, unveiling new adventures that promise to delight both seasoned cruisers and first-time explorers alike. With the addition of two freshly renovated vessels – now reimagined as Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter – from P&O Cruises Australia, the iconic “Fun Ship” experience is about…

15. Carnival Firenze Carnival Firenze, originally part of Costa Cruises, brings Italian elegance to the Carnival fleet. This Vista-Class vessel accommodates over 5,200 guests, offering an environment filled with Florentine charm. Grand statues, murals, and stylish lounges embody this sophisticated theme. Firenze distinguishes itself with dining experiences that reflect its heritage. Il Viaggio presents upscale…

Carnival Vista’s Earlier Departure: A Ripple Effect Across the Fleet Carnival Vista is setting a new course – literally. Starting March 2, 2025, the ship will depart at 3:30 p.m. instead of 4 p.m. This adjustment affects 113 cruises through 2027, impacting Vista’s Eastern and Southern Caribbean itineraries. Despite the earlier departure, all scheduled ports…

Carnival Cruise Line Advances Departure Times for Enhanced Guest Experiences Carnival Cruise Line has implemented earlier departure times for over 100 Carnival Celebration sailings, aiming to enhance guest experiences and allow more time at ports of call. This change is facilitated by: For travelers, these changes mean: The earliest impacted voyage, departing in March 2025,…