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Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that Polar Expeditions to Antarctica, beginning October 2027 through March 2028, are now available for booking. Featuring 23 expedition departures, including six extraordinary Holiday voyages, this season introduces enhanced amenities, including new Junior Suites and expanded Fly the Drake options. Guests will enjoy the luxury of Atlas’ expedition yacht fleet—World Traveller and World Navigator—with fewer than 200 fellow explorers on board.
“Antarctica remains the crown jewel of expedition travel, and we are excited to unveil our most diverse season yet,” shares Atlas Ocean Voyages President and CEO James Rodriguez. “With new itineraries, enhanced amenities, and exclusive savings opportunities, our 2027/2028 season offers travelers unparalleled ways to experience the Seventh Continent.”
On board Atlas Ocean Voyages’ sleek expedition yachts, guests will embark on journeys ranging from 9 to 12 nights, with selected longer itineraries. Most expeditions sail round-trip from Ushuaia, Argentina. In contrast, others offer Fly & Sail options from King George Island, allowing guests to bypass the Drake Passage or experience it one-way. Every voyage includes a pre-cruise hotel night stay and private charter air for seamless convenience. Explorers will also enjoy Zodiac safaris, captivating landings, and wildlife encounters guided by Atlas’ expert expedition team.
Exploring the Last Continent: 11-night round-trip from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller, departing November 10, 2027, and March 6, 2028. Best available fares from $12,520 per guest with up to 20% bonus savings.
Drake Fly & Sail: 9-night voyage aboard World Navigator, sailing Ushuaia to King George Island, departing November 19, 2027. Best available fares from $13,098 per guest with 10% bonus savings.
Antarctic Discovery: 9-night round-trip from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller, departing March 8, 2028. Best available fares from $10,498 per guest with 20% bonus savings.
Holiday Expeditions: Six festive voyages across the season, offering unique opportunities to celebrate amid Antarctica’s pristine landscapes.
NEW! The Explorers Table
A recent addition to each Antarctica sailing aboard Atlas Ocean Voyages is The Explorers Table. This exclusive omakase-style dining experience for up to 10 guests features global culinary highlights from Spain, Korea, France, Argentina, and North America. The multi-course tasting menu is elegantly paired with a selection of premium wines and served in the Dome Observation Lounge with stunning scenery of Antarctica serving as a majestic backdrop. Limited reservations are available at $179 per person and may be reserved beginning 60 days before sailing.
Premium activities are now available for booking, providing more opportunities to personalize your voyage with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, such as kayaking among icebergs and whales, or camping overnight on shore.
For a limited time, guests can save up to 30% Bonus Savings and may also combine with our Explorer’s Choice offer, available through December 31, 2025. With Explorer’s Choice, travelers can elevate their journey by selecting one of three valuable amenities: a $2,000 air credit per stateroom, a convenient pre-night Hotel stay or Land Package in Buenos Aires, or enhanced unlimited Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity throughout their expedition.
For information and reservations, call a travel advisor or 1.844.44.ATLAS or visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com.
The wait is over—The best deal of the year is here with our Black Friday Sale! Cruise from $199, plus get up to $1,000 Onboard Credit* and Kids Sail Free*. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway in The Bahamas or a more extended cruise to Caribbean treasures, your next holiday delivers must-see destinations with our signature blend of European style and American comfort. Think global flavors, heart-pumping attractions, late-night dancing, and more. Let’s Holiday. Hurry, this sale ends soon!
Rates are per person based on double occupancy and quoted in USD. Lead rate of $199 is based on IB category. Offer is valid for U.S. residents only and on new bookings only. Subject to availability while supplies last. Government fees and taxes are included in the price. Offer is capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Offer is not applicable to group bookings and cannot be combined with any other promotion. One (1) of the following discounts may be applied as applicable per stateroom: MSC Voyagers Selection; Civil Service; Military; Senior; Interline. MSC Cruises reserves the right to pass on any fuel surcharge without prior notice to all guests and refuse to honor any prices/sailings that are erroneously printed or quoted. Cruise deposit: 0-4 nights: $99 per person; 5-14 nights: $199 per person; 15+ nights: $300 per person.
Kids seventeen years old and under sail free on select sailings as 3rd/4th guests but must still pay government fees and taxes*. MSC Yacht Club staterooms excluded, subject to availability. Kids Sail Free, subject to availability, and sailings may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply.
Onboard Credit: For sailings on or before March 31, 2026; 2-4 nights – $25 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $35 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $100 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. 5-9 nights – $50 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $75 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $150 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. 10 nights & longer – $100 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $125 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $500 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. For sailings on or after April 1, 2026; 2-4 nights – $50 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $75 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $250 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. 5-9 nights – $100 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $150 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $350 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. 10 nights & longer – $200 per stateroom on Inside and Oceanview; $250 per stateroom on Balcony & Suites; $1,000 per stateroom on Suites & MSC Yacht Club. Onboard Credit can be used onboard the ship and on our exclusive private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. Onboard credit is nonrefundable, nontransferable, and cannot be redeemed for cash. Other restrictions may apply.
Ask for the “BLACK FRIDAY SALE” promotion when booking. Subject to change—ships’ registry: Panama and Malta. Offer valid through November 30, 2024.
Ernesto Faro (Credit: The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection)
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces the appointment of Ernesto Fara as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Fara succeeds Jim Murren, who will continue to serve as Executive Chairman.
“It’s been a privilege to lead The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection during such a meaningful chapter. Since joining, we’ve expanded from one to three yachts and established a strong foundation for continued global growth,” said Murren. “This brand was created to redefine luxury travel at sea, and that vision has resonated with guests who are looking for a more personal, thoughtful way to explore the world. Ernesto embodies that promise deeply, and I have every confidence he will carry it forward with care and clarity.”
As the brand continues to evolve the guest experience, expand its fleet presence, and define the future of luxury travel at sea, this transition supports the company’s ongoing growth and position at the forefront of the ultra-luxury cruise category. Fara’s strategic direction and proven record in performance execution will guide innovation and ensure the company delivers the highest standards of hospitality and guest satisfaction.
Fara joined The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in 2020 as CFO and Board Member, bringing extensive leadership experience in the luxury cruise industry across business development, sales and marketing, and operations. He oversaw company strategy and financial operations before being promoted to President in 2023. As President, Fara has led guest experience, operations, finance, sales, marketing, and technology. In his capacity as CFO, he oversaw the development and financing of the company’s newest yachts, Ilma and Luminara, which launched in September 2024 and July 2025.
“I’m honored to step into this role at such an important stage for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. With the successful launch of our third yacht, Luminara, and our continued expansion into new regions, we’re entering a thoughtful next phase of growth,” said Fara. “I want to thank Jim for his leadership and partnership over the past few years. He’s played a central role in shaping the brand, and I’m committed to carrying forward the vision we share for creating immersive and unforgettable guest experiences at sea.”
Get To Know The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection redefines luxury at sea, seamlessly blending the legendary service and refined amenities of The Ritz-Carlton® with the freedom and elegance of yachting. Offering bespoke voyages across the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific, and Alaska, the collection provides exclusive access to sought-after and hidden destinations, paired with serene accommodations, unparalleled onboard experiences, and curated excursions ashore that ignite curiosity and discovery at every turn.
The collection’s inaugural yacht, Evrima, launched in October 2022 and measures 624 feet, featuring 149 airy suites with private ocean-view terraces that accommodate up to 298 guests in an intimate and elegant ambiance. Ilma, the second superyacht, debuted in September 2024, spanning 790 feet and showcasing 224 spacious, light-filled accommodations for up to 448 guests, cultivating an extraordinary experience on the water. Luminara, which set sail in July 2025, continues this legacy, introducing new itineraries to both iconic cities and secluded harbors.
Each yacht reflects contemporary craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, boasting some of the highest employee-to-guest and space-to-guest ratios at sea. Guests enjoy highly personalized service, world-class dining, The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, a signature marina that connects them directly to the ocean, and an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication that fosters connection throughout the journey. Private charter options are also available for fully tailored and unforgettable moments.
Carnival Cruise Line debuted new ads for the “Find Your Fun Again” campaign starring Emmy-winning actor, author, and humorist Nick Offerman. The campaign is the first under the cruise line’s new brand platform, “Carnival Is Calling,” which launched on Nov. 1. Offerman serves as the face of the campaign – or more specifically, the gruff craftsman who found his grin.
“Find Your Fun Again” leverages Offerman’s sense of humor to tackle a perceived fun deficit currently in America. Raised in a family of cruisers and Carnival fans and known for his serious face and hidden sense of mischief, Offerman skillfully balances deadpan humor and playfulness. The ads were co-written with Offerman’s team of Parks and Recreation writers to make it unmistakably him.
Nick Offerman leads Carnival Cruise Lines’ new campaign, Find Your Fun Again. Nick Offerman leads Carnival Cruise Line’s new campaign, Find Your Fun Again (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
“We believe Nick Offerman is the best person to be our ‘unlikely hero of fun.’ His signature blend of wry humor and credibility is the perfect way to deliver our message,” said Amy Martin Ziegenfuss, chief marketing officer of Carnival Cruise Line. “Nick’s personal mission, which aims to get kids off their screens and start creating projects, aligns with our vision of encouraging people to get out, reconnect, and find their fun again, with Carnival.”
Find Your Fun Again
Offerman joins a long line of Carnival celebrity spokespeople and brand ambassadors, including Shaquille O’Neal, Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse, Jonathan Bennett, and of course, Kathie Lee Gifford, who launched Carnival and cruising into a mass market consumer brand and lifestyle.
Find Your Fun Again campaign (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
This campaign was made possible by Cabin, Carnival Cruise Line, Coffee & TV, EG+Team, Initiative, Meredith Jenks Photography, O Positive, Omnicom Production, and TBWA\Chiat\Day NY.
Carnival is Calling (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation on Carnival, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit www.carnival.com, or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
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So you got a great deal on that Caribbean cruise. Scouring the Internet, checking with a travel agent or booking directly with the cruise line, you saved a pile of money on the cruise fare.
Cruise Travel Hacks
Happy that price includes port charges, taxes and fees, you can now board the ship. Doing anything onboard? That’s another story. That will cost you but not have to break the bank.
Booze! – No Smuggling Needed
Most cruise lines allow guests to bring aboard a bottle of wine to celebrate a special occasion. While replacing that cheap grocery store wine with vodka probably won’t work (but it might be worth a try), there are real vintages that are ‘better’ than others.
If ‘better’ means maximizing the effects of alcohol on your human body, skip the grocery store and go to a wine store.
Ask for wine with a higher alcoholic content to use in wine cocktails. There will be plenty of choices. The standard 750ml wine bottle holds about 19 shots of liquid. Do the math.
Better Service With Cash In Hand
Most big ship cruise lines automatically add the suggested amount of gratuities on a daily basis. At the end of the cruise, those are supposedly divided up among the crew members. That’s fine, allow that if you want to or feel the need, but be aware of the flexibility possible with this system.
Because this is still called a gratuity, you can still have them removed, choosing instead to tip the crew as you feel necessary. Start that process on day one, tipping as you go to room stewards, bartenders and waiters. Money still talks.
Play Their Game Or Get Off The Ship
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Those new to travel by cruise ship really have nothing to compare to. It’s the old timers who have sailed for ten or more years that fondly remember the olden days when more was included in the price. A better mindset: it is what it is.
If a more inclusive experience is what you want, there are a number of cruise lines doing that. Some offer inclusive pricing that often totals up to not all that much more than your inexpensive nothing-is-included cruise fare + what you paid onboard.
While it is indeed possible to walk on a big ship cruise and not spend one cent more on the experience, most travelers do. Actually, an increasing number of cruise travelers spend as much or more onboard than they paid for the ticket to board. What used to be called “nickle and diming” us to death is just business as usual these days.
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Royal Caribbean International has been delivering innovation at sea for over 50 years. Each new class of ship has been considered an architectural marvel featuring the latest technology and guest experiences. Royal Caribbean currently has 29 cruise ships in service. The cruise line continues to revolutionize vacations with itineraries to more than 270 destinations in 72 countries on six continents, including Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, the first in the Perfect Day Island Collection.
List of Royal Caribbean Ships By Age
Here is a complete list of Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships, newest to oldest. We hope this list will be helpful to you, as the cruise line has ships that range in size from 73,000 gross tons (Vision Class) to the new Icon class, which exceeds 250,000 gross tons.
Here is every cruise ship with Royal Caribbean currently and planned to be delivered to the fleet, sorted by newest first:
Star of the Seas is the second ship in the Icon Class and is 248,663 GT. She carries5,610 passengers (based on two per cabin) with an international crew of 2,350. The 20-deck ship took her maiden voyage on August 31, 2025. View the ship’s FACT SHEET
Utopia of the Seas is the sixth ship in the popular Oasis Class and is 236,860 GT. She carries5,668 passengers (based on two per cabin). Utopia of the Seas is the second ship in the Oasis Class to feature eight neighborhoods and the first to feature Royal Railway – Utopia Station, Pesky Parrot Lounge, The Spare Tire (food truck bites), Uzumi in the Park, and Solarium Suites.
Icon of the Seas – 2024
Royal Caribbean International’s highly anticipated Icon of the Seas arrived in Miami for the first time ahead of its official debut on Jan. 27. Photo by Royal Caribbean
Icon of the Seas is the first ship in the Icon Class and is 250,800 GT. She carries 5,496 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 6,826. The 20-deck ship took her maiden voyage from Miami in January 2024.
Wonder of the Seas is the fifth ship in the popular Oasis Class and is 235,600 GT. She carries 5,734 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 7,084. Wonder of the Seas is the first ship in the Oasis Class to feature eight neighborhoods with the addition of the new Suite Neighborhood. She also received other design enhancements to the Windjammer Café and other areas, and is the first ship to include the popular restaurant, The Mason Jar. The Godmother of the ship is Marie McCrea.
Odyssey of the Seas is the fifth ship in the popular Quantum Class and is 169,000 GT’s. She carries4,198 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 5,498. This 16-deck ship features popular features like the North Star, Seaplex, and a Bionic Bar. The Godmother of the vessel is Erin Brown.
Spectrum of the Seas is the first ship in the new Quantum Ultra Class and is 168,666 GT. She carries 4,246 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 5,622. This 16-deck ship was specifically designed for the Chinese market. You will also find popular features like the North Star, Seaplex, and a Bionic Bar. The Godparents of the ship are Angelababy and Huang Xiaoming.
Symphony of the Seas is the fourth ship in the Oasis Class and is 228,081 GT. She carries 5,518 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 6,680. The 18-deck ship includes seven neighborhoods and the Ultimate Family Suite. You can also take a ride on the Ultimate Abyss, which is a 10-story dry slide. The GodFamily of the ship is the PeneVegas family, which includes Alexa, Carlos, and Ocean.
Ovation of the Seas is the third ship in the Quantum Class and is 168,666 GT’s. She carries 4,180 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of4,905. The 16-deck had her maiden voyage on April 17, 2016. The Godmother of the ship is the Chinese actress Fan Bingbing.
Harmony of the Seas is the third ship in the Oasis Class and is 226,963 GT’s. She carries5,479 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of6,687. The 18-deck ship took her maiden voyage on May 29, 2016. Her Godmother is Brittany Affolter.
Anthem of the Seas is the second ship in the Quantum Class and is 168,666 GT. She carries 4,180 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 4,905. The 16-deck ship took her Maiden voyage on April 22, 2015. The Godmother of the ship is British historian and author Emma Wilby.
Quantum of the Seas is the first ship in the Quantum Class and is 168,666 GT. She carries 4,180 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 4,905. With 16 decks, this new class of ship is packed with amazing features like the North Star, Seaplex (Bumper Cars), Ripcord by IFLY, Bionic Bar, and much more. The Godmother of the ship is American actress Kristin Chenoweth.
Allureof the Seas is the second ship in the Oasis Class and is 226,963 GT. She carries 5,496 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 6,826. The 18-deck ship took her maiden voyage on December 5, 2010. The vessel features seven different neighborhoods and highlights featuring a Central Park, Carousel, Zip Line ride, and an Aquatheater. Her Godmother is Princess Fiona.
The revolutionary Oasisof the Seas is the first ship in the Oasis Class, measuring 226,838 GT. She carries 5,602 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 6,771. The ship features seven different neighborhoods and highlights like the Portside BBQ, Ultimate Panoramic Suite, Music Hall, Ultimate Abyss (10-story dry slide), The Perfect Storm waterpark, and more. Her Godmothers are Gloria Estefan, Michelle Kwan, Dara Torres, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Shawn Johnson, Jane Seymour, and Daisy Fuentes.
Independence of the Seas is the third ship in the Freedom Class and is 154,407 GT. She carries 3,634 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of4,375. She took her maiden voyage on May 2, 2008. Her Godmother is Elizabeth Hill.
Liberty of the Seas is the second ship in the Freedom Class and is 154,407 GT. She carries 3,798 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 4,960. She took her maiden voyage on May 19, 2007. Her Godmother is a travel agent, Donna Madeley.
Freedom of the Seas is the first ship in the Freedom Class and is 156,271 GT. She carries 3,926 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of4,635. She took her maiden voyage on May 11, 2006. Her Godmother is foster-mother, Katherine Louise Calder.
Jewel of the Seas is the fourth ship in the Radiance Class and is 90,090 GT. She carries 2,191 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,702. She took her maiden voyage on May 8, 2004. Her Godmother is (National Teacher of the Yearfor2004), Kathy Mellor.
Serenade of the Seas– 2003
Serenade of the Seas
Serenade of the Seas is the third ship in the popular Radiance Class and is 90,090 GT. She carries 2,143 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,476. She took her maiden voyage on August 25, 2003. Her Godmother is Whoopi Goldberg.
Mariner of the Seas– 2003
Mariner of the Seas
Mariner of the Seas is the third ship in the Voyager Class and is 138,279 GT. She carries 3,114 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 3,807. The 15-deck ship took her maiden voyage on November 16, 2003. Her Godmother is Jean Driscoll.
Brilliance of the Seas– 2002
Brilliance of the Seas
Brilliance of the Seas is the second ship in the Radiance Class and is 90,090 GT. She carries 2,142 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of2,543. She took her maiden voyage on July 15, 2002. Her Godmother is Marilyn Ofer.
Navigator of the Seas– 2002
Navigator of the Seas
Navigator of the Seas is the third ship in the Voyager Class and is 137,276 GT. She carries 3,114 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 3,807. The 15-deck ship took her maiden voyage on November 18, 2001. Her Godparents are Tara Stackpole (FDNY), Kevin Hannafin (FDNY), Margaret McDonnell (NYPD), Sgt. Richard Lucas (NYPD)
Radiance of the Seas– 2001
Radiance of the Seas at Hubbard Glacier
Radiance of the Seas is the first ship in the Radiance Class and is 90,090 GT. She carries 2,143 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,466. The 13-deck ship took her maiden voyage on April 7, 2001. Her Godmother is Margot Pritzker.
Adventure of the Seas – 2001
Adventure of the Seas
Adventure of the Seas is the third ship in the Voyager Class and is 137,276 GT. She carries 3,114 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 3,807. The 15-deck ship took her maiden voyage on November 18, 2001. Her Godparents are Tara Stackpole (FDNY), Kevin Hannafin (FDNY), Margaret McDonnell (NYPD), Sgt. Richard Lucas (NYPD)
Explorer of the Seas is the second ship in the Voyager Class and is 137,308 GT. She carries 3,286 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of4,290. The 15-deck ship, along with an international crew of 1,185 and passengers, took her maiden voyage on October 28, 2000. Her Godmother is retired American track and field athlete Jackie Joyner-Kersee.
Voyager of the Seas– 1999
Voyager of the Seas
Voyagerof the Seas is the first ship in the Voyager Class and is 137,276 GT. She carries 3,602 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 4,000. The 15-deck ship took her maiden voyage on November 21, 1999. This would be the first ship with a revolutionary new interior promenade area with shops, dining venues, and more. Her Godmother is two-time Olympic champion figure skater, Katarina Witt.
Vision of the Seas– 1998
Vision of the Seas
Vision of the Seas is the fourth ship in the Vision Class and is 73,817 GT. The vessel was built at Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France. She carries 1,998 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,416. The 12-deck ship took her maiden voyage on May 2, 1998. Her Godmother is Helen Morin Stephan, wife of Royal Caribbean’s founder and former Vice Chairman, Edwin Stephan.
Enchantment of the Seas is the third ship in the Vision Class and is 82,910 GT. The vessel was built at Kvaerner Masa-Yards, Helsinki, Finland. The 12-deck ship took her maiden voyage on July 13, 1997. This ship is unique in that it was lengthened by 73 feet in June 2005, with a new section inserted in its mid-section. The result is a very distinctive look and a greater size than her sisters. She carries2,252 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of2,730. Her Godmother is Colleen Fain, wife of Royal Caribbean Chairman and former CEO Richard D. Fain.
Rhapsody of the Seas is the second ship in the Vision Class and is 73,817 GT. The vessel was built at Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France. She carries 1,998 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,416. The 12-deck ship took her maiden voyage on May 19, 1997. Her Godmother is Bodil Wilhelmsen, wife of Royal Caribbean principal shareholder Gjert Wilhelmsen.
Grandeur of the Seas is the first ship in the Vision Class and is 73,817 GT. She carries 1,992 passengers (based on two per cabin) with a total guest capacity of 2,440. The 12-deck ship took her maiden voyage on December 14, 1996. This new class of ship was known as “Ships of glass” with the large amount of glass used in the ship’s exterior. This was a novel approach to ship design at the time and helped create a more luxurious, resort-like atmosphere. Her Godmother is Aviva Ofer, wife of Sammy Ofer and mother of Eyal Ofer, a member of Royal Caribbean’s Board of Directors.
Royal Caribbean also has two more Icon-class cruise ships on order, with deliveries expected in 2026 and 2027. They also have another Oasis Class scheduled to arrive in 2028.
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Star of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s newest ship and began service on August 31, 2025. She is the second ship in the revolutionary Icon Class.
What is the oldest ship of Royal Caribbean?
Grandeur of the Seas is currently the oldest ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet. She began service on December 14, 1996. She was the first popular Vision Class.
What is the smallest Royal Caribbean ship?
Grandeur of the Seas is currently the smallest ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet, coming in at 73,817 GRT.
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Carnival Cruise Line currently operates 29 cruise ships. Based on the number of passengers carried, it is one of the largest cruise companies in the world and the flagship brand of Carnival Corporation & plc. It is known as “America’s Cruise Line” for carrying more Americans and serving more U.S. homeports than any other cruise line.
List of Carnival Cruise Ships By Age
Carnival Cruise Line has revolutionized cruising over its fifty-three years by making cruise travel enjoyable for families and those new to the experience. This is why they also carry more children and families than any other cruise line. We hope you enjoy our comprehensive list of Carnival cruise ships.
The Carnival Encounter is the former Pacific Encounter, which was transferred to the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in March 2025 following the shutdown of the P&O Cruises Australia brand.
Carnival Encounter is the second ship in the new Adventure Class and is the sister to CarnivalAdventure. She is 108,865 GRTs and carries 2,636 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was initially built in 2002 for P&O Cruises before being converted to a Carnival Cruise Line brand ship in 2025. View this ship’s FACT SHEET.
Carnival Adventure – 2025
Carnival Adventure
The Carnival Adventure is the former Pacific Adventure, which was transferred into the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in March 2025 following the shutdown of the P&O Cruises Australia brand.
Sailing from Sydney, plus select cruises from Melbourne and Singapore, Carnival Adventure has a massive variety of activities on board, including exciting waterslides, four relaxing pools, a thrilling Edge Adventure Park, plus a vast range of bars, entertainment, and dining options.
Carnival Adventure is the first ship in the new Adventure Class and is the sister to CarnivalEncounter. She is 108,865 GRTs and carries 2,636 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was initially built in 2001 for P&O Cruises before being converted to a Carnival Cruise Line brand ship in 2025. View this ship’s FACT SHEET.
Carnival Firenze is the second ship in the Venice Class and is the sister to CarnivalVenezia. She is 133,500 GRTs and carries 4,090 passengers (based on two per cabin). Originally the Costa Firenze, she entered service in 2020 and was transferred to the Carnival Cruise Line brand in 2024, where she was renamed. She features Carnival Fun Italian Style with new entertainment, dining, and beverage experiences that are unique to this new class of ship.
Carnival Jubilee is the third ship in the Excel Class and sister to Carnival Celebration and Mardi Gras. She is 182,800 GRTs and carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). She is the first ship to feature a Texas Star on her bow. She is the first brand new Carnival Cruise Line ship based in the Port of Galveston.
Carnival Venezia was initially launched in 2019 for the Costa Cruises brand, measuring 133,500 GRTs and carrying 4,977 passengers. She is the first ship in the brand-new Venice Class and was formerly theCosta Venezia.
Carnival Celebration is the second ship in the popular Excel Class and sister to Mardi Gras. She carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Cassidy Gifford. The ship takes its name from a former Carnival cruise ship, Celebration, that was part of the Holiday class. The name also pays homage to the company’s long history, as the ship was delivered during Carnival Cruise Line’s 50th birthday year.
Restaurants from partners Guy Fieri (Guy’s Burger Joint and Guy’s Smokehouse Brewhouse, where they brew beer onboard), Emeril Lagasse (Emeril’s Bistro 1397), Rudi Sodamin (Rudi’s Seagrill), and Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal (Big Chicken)
Carnival Luminosa – 2022
Carnival Luminosa was formerly the Costa Luminosa. The ship was renamed and refurbished for the Carnival Cruise Line brand in 2022. She was originally launched on June 27, 2008, for Costa Cruises.
Carnival Luminosa is considered part of the Spirit Class and was formerly known as Costa Luminosa. She was renamed and refurbished for service in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet starting in 2022. She was initially launched in 2008 for Costa Cruises and carries 2,826 passengers.
Mardi Gras is the first ship in Carnival’s Excellence Class or Excel Class and sister to the Carnival Celebration. She carries 5,282 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez.
The ship takes its name from a former Carnival cruise ship, the Mardi Gras, which sailed for twenty years in the brand’s early days. The new Mardi Gras was the first ship in North America to be powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). It also made history as the first ship to feature BOLT, the Ultimate Speed Coaster, the first-ever roller coaster at sea.
Carnival Panorama is the third ship in the Vista Class. She carries 4,008 passengers (based on two per cabin). Godmother Vanna White christened her. The ship debuted Carnival Kitchen, a first-of-its-kind culinary center on the fleet that offers more than 15 different interactive cooking, baking, and decorating demonstrations.
Carnival Horizon is the second ship in the Vista Class. She carries 3,960 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is rapper, actress, and singer Queen Latifah.
Carnival Horizon introduced several innovations at the time, including Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse|Brewhouse and the first Dr. Seuss-themed water park.
Carnival Vista is the first ship in the Vista Class. She carries 3,934 passengers (based on two per cabin). This new class of ship came packed with more ways to have fun, such as a Multiplex featuring two theatres, including a full-sized IMAX movie theatre, the Red Frog Pub and Brewery, a larger Carnival Waterworks, SportSquare, including the SkyRide, and the Havana Bar & Pool, and much more.
Carnival Magic is the second ship in the Dream Class. She carries 4,724 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was christened by her Godmother, Lindsey Wilkerson.
Carnival Dream is the first ship in the Carnival Cruise Line’s Dream Class. She carries 4,631 passengers (based on two per cabin). Godmother actress Marcia Gay Harden christened her. Carnival Dream was the first in the Carnival fleet to include a water park with multiple slides. She also features an 18-hole miniature golf course and ‘The Lanai’, an expansive outdoor promenade deck that consists of an outdoor café and a whirlpool Jacuzzi at four locations along the edge.
Carnival Splendor is the only ship in the Splendor Class. She carries 3,012 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship was initially designed and ordered for Costa Cruises, but she was transferred to Carnival Cruise Line during construction. Being the only Concordia-class (Costa Cruises) ship in the Carnival fleet, she is called a Splendor-class ship. The Godmother of the ship is a British musician, singer, presenter, model, and businesswoman, Myleene Klass.
Carnival Freedom was the fifth ship built in the Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Valor, Carnival Liberty, and Carnival Glory. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is American author, entrepreneur, fashion designer, philanthropist, and fashion model Kathy Ireland.
Carnival Liberty was the fourth ship to be built in the popular Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Valor, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the Ship is Academy Award-winning actress, documentary filmmaker, and United Nations Goodwill Ambassador Mira Sorvino, a lifelong champion of victims of social injustice.
Carnival Miracle is the fourth ship in the popular Spirit Class of ships. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Spirit Class ships offer guests the highest percentage of space compared to other vessels in the fleet.
Carnival Valor was the third ship to be built in the popular Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is the American journalist and presenter Katie Couric.
Carnival Glory is the second ship in the Conquest Class and sister to Carnival Conquest, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Valor. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is American astronaut and physicist Dr. Sally Ride. On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to fly in space. She was an astronaut on a space shuttle mission.
Carnival Conquest – 2002
Carnival Cruise Lines’ Carnival Conquest cruises off the coast of Cozumel, Mexico. The ship is longer than three football fields and can accommodate 3,700 guests and 1,200 officers and staff. (Photo by Andy Newman/CCL)
Carnival Conquest is the first ship built in the Conquest Class and was launched on Dec. 1, 2002. She carries 2,980 passengers (based on two per cabin). She was initially homeported in New Orleans, LA, and made news due to the power lines as the largest ship to ever sail from New Orleans at the time. The ship features numerous nods to its original home port. The ship’s godmother is Corrine Lindy Claiborne Boggs.
Carnival Legend is the third ship of the Spirit Class and sister to Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, and Carnival Miracle. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Dame Judi Dench. This “all-weather” Spirit Class ship features a retractable roof in case of cold or stormy weather. The Spirit Class ships also offer guests the highest percentage of space based on passenger capacity and ship volume. This is a measurement of how spacious a ship may feel once onboard. This is one of our overall favorite ship classes in the Carnival Fleet for a great overall cruise experience.
Carnival Pride – 2002
Carnival Cruise Lines’ 88,500-gross-registered-ton Carnival Pride sails off Belize. The vessel’s onboard amenities include four swimming pools, a water slide, a duty-free shopping mall, an elegant two-level restaurant, and a steakhouse-style supper club. Photo by Andy Newman/CCL
Carnival Pride is the second ship of the famous Spirit Class and sister to Carnival Spirit, Carnival Legend, and Carnival Miracle. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s godmother is Dr. Tamara Jernigan. This Spirit Class ship offers guests the highest percentage of space in the Carnival fleet based on passenger capacity and ship volume. This is a measurement of how spacious a ship may feel once onboard. This class of ship often sails from Tampa and other ports where bridges limit taller/bigger ships.
Carnival Spirit is the first ship of the popular Spirit Class of ships. She carries 2,124 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Spirit Class ships offer guests the highest percentage of space in the Carnival fleet based on passenger capacity and ship volume. It also features a unique design, including an all-weather retractable roof pool, which is ideal for use in cold or stormy weather. It has a glass-roofed supper club for romantic dinners under the ship’s funnel. The ship’s Godmother is Dr. Tamara Jernigan. This ship and her sisters have become a favorite of seasoned Carnival cruisers due to their extra space, beautiful amenities, and the more intimate cruise experience often felt on smaller ships.
Carnival Radiance is the third ship of the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Sunrise. She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). This ship originally entered service in 2000 as the former Destiny Class ship named the Carnival Victory. In 2021, the Carnival Victory underwent a massive transformation, resulting in its renaming and reclassification as a Sunshine Class ship. The ship’s godmother is Dr. Lucille O’Neal.
Carnival Sunrise is the second ship in the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Radiance. She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). The Godmother of the ship is Kelly Arison. This ship originally entered service in 1999 as the former Destiny-class ship, named the Carnival Triumph. In 2019, the Carnival Triumph underwent a remarkable $200 million transformation, resulting in its renaming and reclassification as a Sunshine Class ship.
Carnival Elation is a Fantasy-class ship and sister to Carnival Paradise. Carnival Cruise Line previously had a full complement of eight Fantasy-class ships before cost-saving measures resulted in the scrapping of many of them. She carries 2,052 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s Godmother is Shari Arison.
Carnival Paradise is the second ship of the Fantasy Class and sister to Carnival Elation. Carnival once had a full complement of eight Fantasy Class ships before scrapping many due to cost-saving measures. She carries 2,052 passengers (based on two per cabin). The ship’s Godmother is Paula Zahn.
Carnival Sunshine is the first ship of the Sunshine Class and sister to Carnival Sunrise and Carnival Radiance. She carries 2,984 passengers (based on two per cabin). This ship initially entered service in 1996 as the former Carnival Destiny and was also the first in the Destiny Class of ships. In 2013, the Carnival Destiny received an amazing 49-day, 155-million-dollar transformation that resulted in its being renamed and reclassified as the first Sunshine Class ship. The ship’s godmother is Lin Arison.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three newest Carnival ships?
Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ships are the Carnival Celebration, Carnival Luminosa, and Mardi Gras.
When was Carnival’s first cruise?
The original Mardi Gras was a converted ocean liner that sailed from Port Miami. She left for her first Caribbean cruise on March 11, 1972, with 530 passengers and 200 crew members on board. Unfortunately, the loaded ship ran around while exiting Port Miami’s shipping channel. This caused competitors to call the vessel “Mardi Gras On The Rocks”. However, Founder Ted Arison and the Carnival Cruise Line brand he created has had the last laugh. The Carnival Cruise Line brand continued to grow and become what it is part of today in Carnival Corporation & plc. Carnival Corporation & plc is currently the largest cruise vacation company and operates over 87 cruise ships sailing under nine different brands.
Has a Carnival cruise ship ever sunk?
No, Fortunately, none of the Carnival Cruise Line brand ships have ever sunk.
What’s the oldest Carnival cruise ship?
Technically, the oldest cruise ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet is the Carnival Sunshine. However, Back in 2013, the ship was previously named Carnival Destiny. She was given a 49-day 155-million dollar transformation that resulted in her being renamed and almost like new.
What is Carnival’s biggest ship?
Carnival Cruise Line’s largest ship as of December 2023 is the Carnival Jubilee. She is the newest and largest ship in Carnival’s fleet, weighing 183,521 gross registered tons with a maximum passenger capacity of 6,631 in 2,687 staterooms.
Carnival Cruise Line Crew Member Termination: A crew member says he was forced to leave with just one hour to pack
Carnival Valor (Credit: Trevor Johnson)
Most employees try to make their exits as graceful as possible. But one former Fun Squad member aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Valor says his departure was anything but orderly. – Read More
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Most employees try to make their exits as graceful as possible. But one former Fun Squad member aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Valor says his departure was anything but orderly.
Crew member Trevor Johnson says he submitted his resignation to the cruise line on November 4, 2025, and that he provided the customary two-week notice so the company could arrange a replacement and he could say proper goodbyes.
“I submitted my resignation on November 4th with the intention of leaving on November 20th — giving a full two-week notice,” Johnson wrote in a Facebook post that has gone viral.
“I wanted to allow time for a smooth transition, to help find a replacement, and to say goodbye properly to everyone who had become like family aboard the Valor,” he continued.
According to Johnson, his planned final day was November 20th, 2025 — a turnaround day when the Conquest-class ship was due in her homeport of New Orleans, Louisiana, between Western Caribbean sailings. A November 20th departure would have made getting home to family much easier for the Louisiana resident.
Instead, Johnson says the goodbye came much sooner. On November 12, 2025, while the ship was in Cozumel, Mexico, he says he received a 5:00 a.m. “knock” on his cabin door and was told he needed to disembark that day.
He was reportedly given just one hour to pack his belongings and leave the ship — a sudden instruction that, if accurate, required him to pack up what he described as his entire life at sea.
“How embarrassing and devastating it was to pack up my entire life in just one hour — with no chance to say proper goodbyes to my onboard family, and no time to think,”he recounted.
Johnson thanked HR, the hotel director, and the entertainment director for allowing him a few extra minutes to say goodbye. Still, the early disembarkation left him feeling “humiliated, disrespected, and deeply embarrassed.”
Every Story Has Two Sides
There’s significant chatter on social media and cruise news sites about what led to Trevor Johnson’s early disembarkation. Still, at present, we have only Johnson’s account, and there has been no public response from Carnival.
Carnival Cruise Line has not publicly commentedon the situation; the company typically does not discuss personnel matters involving individual crew members.
Why Disembarked In Cozumel?
Disembarking a crew member at the next suitable port of call is standard practice for cruise lines when customs, immigration, and transportation logistics permit repatriation. Ports like Cozumel often have the necessary facilities and flights that allow a crew member to travel home.
That said, a “no notice” or very short-notice disembarkation — such as the one-hour instruction Johnson describes — is more commonly associated with crew members who have been terminated for breach of rules or misconduct, according to industry reporting on crew procedures.
Johnson had planned to depart on November 20th during a turnaround in New Orleans, which would have been convenient for returning home. That makes his early removal in Cozumel seem unusual — unless there was an operational reason, such as a replacement crew member needing the cabin, or a disciplinary issue requiring immediate disembarkation.
