Carnival Cruise

Spring break is one of the most popular - and expensive - times of the year to take a cruise. With kids and college students off school, it’s the perfect opportunity to let loose and have some mid-semester fun on vacation.

Because of this, cruise ships are typically filled to capacity with spring breakers from March to April, cultivating a rowdier-than-normal crowd onboard. And, if there’s any cruise line that spring breakers gravitate towards, it’s Carnival Cruise Line.

Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line are two of the most popular cruise lines in the industry. Both companies operate a large fleet of cruise ships that appeal to a wide demographic of travelers.

Are you looking forward to your upcoming Carnival cruise but unsure where to find the menus? Perhaps you are debating booking one specialty restaurant over another but want to base the decision on the menus. You're not alone! 

Carnival ships have a variety of complimentary and specialty dining. While each restaurant has its own menu, some rotate daily, such as the menus in the Main Dining Rooms. 

Carnival Cruise Line announced today that the company has finalized an agreement with German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build another giant cruise ship. The new ship is scheduled to debut in spring 2027, according to the cruise line. This fourth Excel-class cruise ship is the first new-build order placed by Carnival Corporation in five years.

Carnival's newest private destination, Celebration Key, will change how loyal cruisers vacation. Slated to open in July 2025, the brand-new port will offer a unique experience that combines Carnival's signature fun with the natural beauty of the Bahamas. 

The private retreat on the island of Eleuthera will feature family-friendly areas as well as adult-only escapes. Plus, guests will have access to multiple dining options, including traditional beachside bites to local favorites and fresh seafood. 

Both Royal Caribbean and Carnival have their own private islands within The Bahamas — Perfect Day at CocoCay and Half Moon Cay — that can only be visited when sailing on one of their respective ships. 

You won't, for instance, find a cruise onboard the revolutionary Icon of the Seas to Half Moon Cay. Similarly, Carnival Conquest won't be visiting CocoCay. 

While spending four nights onboard Carnival Conquest, I noticed some common cruise mistakes that could have been easily avoided. 

Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or about to board your first-ever ship, it is important to be aware of some do's and don'ts, so you can save yourself time, money, and sanity. 

When the majority of people think of taking a cruise, they usually envision sailing on the latest and greatest available. 

Today, there's no shortage of onboard activities on cruise ships that will have you wondering how in the world you can go ice skating, ride a roller coaster, or race around a go-kart track at sea! 

When packing for your upcoming Carnival cruise, you might be wondering what exactly you should or shouldn’t pack in your suitcase. If you’re in the process of packing for your cruise, you’ll want to review which items are prohibited from bringing onboard your Carnival cruise ship.

While some prohibited items are obvious - such as weapons and fireworks - you might be surprised by the long list of items that Carnival Cruise Line does not want you to bring onboard. You can view Carnival’s list of prohibited items on the cruise line’s website.