Carnival Cruise Lines
Carnival Cruise Line is one of the largest cruise lines in the world, carrying millions of guest every year.
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Recommendations
We recommend Carnival Cruise Line to a wide range of guests, including first time cruisers, families and those looking for plenty of onboard activities such as the world’s first roller coaster at sea,
Carnival has had the reputation of being the party and “booze cruise” line, however they have been shedding this reputation in recent years, particularly with their new Excel Class of ships (Mardi Gras, Celebration, Jubilee)
We find Carnival’s selection of complimentary fast-casual dining options some of the best, including Guy’s Burger Joint and Shaq’s Big Chicken (currently on select ships)
Carnival will tend to cater to a pretty wide demographic and will have a more laid back vibe then some of the premium and luxury cruise lines. With a wider demographic than other lines, we believe that your experience may vary a bit more than other cruise lines which cater to a more focused demographic. Other family friendly lines would include Royal Caribbean, NCL and Disney.
Destinations
Carnival Cruises primarily sails from US based ports, however also sails from a number of international ports. Select ships sail out of Spain, Australia, London, Rome, Singapore and Portugal.
US home ports include Galveston, TX, Long Beach, CA, New York, NY, Port Canaveral, FL, Miami, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Tampa, FL, Seattle, WA, Mobile, AL, San Francisco, CA, Charleston, SC, Norfolk, VA, New Orleans, LA, Baltimore, MD
Destinations include the Caribbean, Alaska, The Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada & New England, Europe, Greenland & Canada, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.
The Ships
Carnival’s fleet currently consists of 27 ships. Partnerships include Dr. Seuss, Guy Fieri, Shaquille O’Neal and Emeril Lagasse
Excel Class
Carnival’s newest class of ships is the Excel Class. The first ship in this class was Mardi Gras, which began service in 2021, followed by Celebration which launched in 2022, and finally Jubilee which launched at the end of 2024. Unique features of this class of ship includes the first roller coaster at sea, Bolt, a unique Grand Central Atrium
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Seabourn is Carnival Corporation’s luxury line, small ship, all suite brand. Seabourn Odyssey, a 229 suites sails in Alaska. Seabourn is a mostly-inclusive brand, including most features other than shore excursions.
Viking Ocean Cruises is a well known luxury brand sailing 10 night one-way itineraries on their 930 guest Viking Orion.
Regent Seven Seas is Norwegian Cruise Line’s ultra-luxury brand, and includes an all-inclusive experience, including
- Free roundtrip air on domestic trips
- Unlimited shore excursions
- Free 1-night pre-cruise hotel package
- Unlimited Beverages
- Open bars and lounges
- Pre-paid gratuities
- Specialty restaurants
- Airport transfers
- Unlimited wi-fi
- Free valet laundry service
About Us
We are the Griffins and are a cruising family (since the ’90’s)! We specialize in individual, group and for-a-cause / fundraising cruises.
After founding and operating multiple successful businesses for over 20 years, we purchased our Cruise Planners franchise in 2018 after operating an independent travel agency since 2016.
We are client advocates and provide unbiased suggestions based on your specific needs.
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