• Reservations Now Open: Bookings are now available for the new Carnival Festivale, which sets sail in 2027 from its homeport of Port Canaveral.
• Maiden Transatlantic Voyage: The ship’s inaugural journey will be a 15-day transatlantic cruise from Southampton, England, beginning May 2, 2027.
• Caribbean Itineraries: Regular sailings will include a variety of six and eight-day cruises to the Eastern and Southern Caribbean.
• Exclusive Stop at Celebration Key: Every sailing aboard Carnival Festivale will include a visit to Celebration Key, Carnival’s newest private destination in the Bahamas.

Get ready for a new wave of fun, as Carnival Cruise Line is now accepting reservations for its much-anticipated new ship, Carnival Festivale. Launching in 2027, this incredible ship is designed to be a non-stop celebration of music and family fun, and it is set to sail from the convenient homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida. Eager travelers can be among the first to experience the ship on its spectacular 15-day maiden transatlantic voyage from England, which begins on May 2, 2027, and features captivating calls in Spain and Portugal before arriving at its new home.

Once in Florida, Carnival Festivale will embark on an exciting schedule of Caribbean cruises. The regular sailings will offer a wonderful variety of six and eight-day itineraries to the beautiful Eastern and Southern Caribbean. A major highlight for every guest will be a visit to Celebration Key, Carnival’s brand-new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama. Many voyages will also include a stop at Carnival’s other award-winning private paradise, Half Moon Cay.

Guests can look forward to exploring popular ports such as San Juan, St. Thomas, and St. Maarten, with Southern Caribbean sailings also visiting the stunning ABC islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. With more than 50 voyages now available for booking, including a special New Year’s cruise, there are plenty of amazing opportunities to plan an unforgettable vacation and join the celebration at sea.