Carnival Cruises

For family-friendly fun and American-style cruising on some of the world’s most popular cruise ships, look no further than Carnival cruise line. Having expanded dramatically since starting in 1972, and boasting a fleet of more than 20 ships, each with a different take on the Carnival theme, the perfect ship is waiting for you to hop onboard. Offering a huge range of restaurants, live shows and entertainment, and exciting activities for every age, a Carnival cruise opens up a whole world of possibilities when it comes to choosing how to spend your time at sea, while at the same time transporting you to some of the most popular ports in the world.

Carnival Cruise Ships

Carnival Cruise Line boast an astonishing 29 ships in their fleet, so there’s a perfect vessel for all different kinds of cruisers; singles, couples, families with little children, or families with bigger kids! See below for an overview of Carnival Cruises' ships and classes;

Of these 29 ships and counting, these are some of the most popular;

Carnival Fascination

This ship has a grand, art deco feel which transports passengers to the great classic Hollywood era. It has popular facilities such as Guy’s Burger Joint, the fantastic Playlist Productions theatre, and the well-loved WaterWorks water park.

Carnival Horizon

Carnival Horizon is a real land of fun. Whether you’re eight or forty-eight you’ll love the range of onboard activities, from the incredible SkyRide and the whimsical Dr Seuss Waterworks water park to the hilarious Lip Sync Battle game.

Carnival Breeze

This ship is about eclecticism and good times, featuring cuisine from all over the world such as Mexican at BlueIguana Cantina, Japanese at Bonsai Sushi, the Mongolian Wok, and of course North American classics at Guy’s Burger Joint.

Carnival Magic

Carnival Magic has an exciting charm that'll put a smile on anybody’s face. With more than 10 dining venues to choose from, and activities ranging from the gorgeous Cloud 9 Spa and Serenity Adults Only Retreat, to the laughter-filled Hasbro Game Show, no cruiser will spend a minute bored.

Carnival Mardi Gras

Named after the original, 1972 Carnival cruise ship, Mardi Gras is both classic and innovative. Made up of six zones, this huge ship offers thrills and variety all over – from the first rollercoaster at sea, BOLT, to the ropes course and games at SportsSquare.

Scroll down to access pages about all of Carnival Cruise Line ships.

Carnival Cruise Destinations

Carnival Cruise Line offer itineraries all over the world, but their Caribbean, Mexico riviera, and Bahamas cruises are especially popular. They do also offer some brilliant Alaska itineraries, and a Carnival Mediterranean cruise remains a favourite among families.

Many Carnival itineraries depart from the United States, so for the British market, the line is popular for fly-cruise holidays which can begin at four large UK airports: Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester, and Glasgow. Regional flights from other UK airports are available at a supplement.

Carnival Cruise Things to Do

With a wealth of onboard amenities, time spent onboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship will be full of choice and exciting times. Read on for a handful of the most popular dining options and activities.

Carnival Cruise Food

Carnival Cruises boast a great many choices when it comes to dining. Here are a few of our favourites:

• Guy’s Burger Joint – for your fix of American-style burgers will all the fixin’s
• Mongolian Wok – try something new and flavoursome at this authentic Asian venue
• Seafood Shack – get stuck into a delicious meal of New England-style fish dishes like a classic lobster roll

Read more about dining with Carnival.

Best Things to do on a Carnival Cruise

Enjoy all sorts of pastimes onboard with Carnival, providing memories for a lifetime. Some of the most popular include:

• Lip Sync Battle – show off your skills in this hilarious game of celebrity-miming!
• SkyRide – pedal yourself around the top deck on this fantastic elevated pod, offering outstanding sea views
• Bolt – this one of a kind rollercoaster allows you to take charge of the speed, so everyone can enjoy with ease

Learn more about activities onboard Carnival cruise ships.

Carnival for Kids

If you are considering taking your first cruise holiday, or have children and are interested in cruising, Carnival Cruise Lines are a great choice. There are a number of children’s clubs on each cruise catering for kids aged between 2 and 17, from teenage hangouts to late-night programmes to an immersive Dr Seuss experience (adults are allowed too!). Imaginative activities, parties and a world of fun and games await you! Discover more about Carnival for families.

Carnival VIFP

The cruise line has a brilliant loyalty scheme in which you can earn points with every cruise you go on. It’s called the Carnival VIFP Club – or Very Important Fun Person Club. Find out more about how it works, and about the fantastic benefits you can enjoy with the Carnival Cruises VIFP Club.