• Reservations are now open for Carnival’s new Excel-class ship, Carnival Festivale, which will launch from Port Canaveral in May 2027.
• The ship will debut three new music-inspired zones: Studio 724, The Festival, and the multi-deck family zone, Sunsation Point.
• A main feature is Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, the largest water park in the fleet, which will include six slides and offer unique nighttime operations.
• The ship will sail six- and eight-day Caribbean voyages, and all itineraries will include a stop at Celebration Key, Carnival’s new private destination.

Get ready for a celebration of music and family fun as Carnival Cruise Line has officially opened reservations for its newest and most exciting ship, Carnival Festivale. Set to launch in May 2027 from Port Canaveral, this new Excel-class vessel is designed to transform the cruise experience into a non-stop festival of joy for all ages.

The ship will introduce three incredible new music-inspired zones. “Studio 724” is a vibrant hub that celebrates the creative process of making music with interactive lights and sound. “The Festival” captures the social energy of an outdoor music festival at sea with unique food-truck-style venues. The crown jewel is “Sunsation Point,” a three-deck family adventure zone anchored by Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, the largest and most family-friendly water park in the fleet. This amazing aquatic playground will feature six thrilling slides and even special nighttime hours.

As Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, beautifully puts it, the ship will amplify the unique connection that music brings to families and friends. With an increased number of family-friendly connecting staterooms and enhanced youth spaces, every detail is crafted for a perfect vacation. Sailing on six- and eight-day Caribbean itineraries that all feature a stop at the new Celebration Key, Carnival Festivale is shaping up to be a truly unforgettable holiday experience.