Eating a snack or meal late night on a Carnival Cruise is a cruise tradition for some and for others considered a normal dining time. The options for a late night snack or meal are limited, but there is always something to eat on the ship depending on what time you are hungry. This post will discuss Carnival Cruise Line's late night snacks and dining options available to guests that are complimentary as well as cost extra. Please note, the exact options & hours will vary by ship so your cruise may have more or less options than what is listed here.  

1. The Deli
             The Deli on Carnival Cruise ships is usually closed by 11pm though it may close earlier depending on your ship's hours. If you are looking for something to eat while the deli is open this venue is complimentary and has a variety of hot & cold sandwiches to pick from. The line at the deli may be long once you get into the later evening, especially when other dining venues have closed and further it takes time for the crew members to make the sandwiches. You should expect a wait, but hopefully it will not take too long.   
Click Here For More Information On The Carnival Deli 

2. Pizzeria
              Carnival Cruise Line's Pizzeria has a variety of menu items. At night on some Carnival ships the pizzeria will also serve some extras. Examples of the extra items served in the past include caesar salad, lasagna, and chicken parmigiana sandwich. The plus portion of the menu is usually served very late night and may vary by the ship. Carnival's Pizzeria is not open 24 hours a day so there will be a point in the night where the Pizzeria will close. You need to check your Carnival Hub App for the hours before heading to the pizzeria to make sure it is scheduled to be open. If you arrive during open hours in the night and do not find a line, there may be a bell for you to ring to get a crew member's attention. 
Click Here For More Information On Carnival's Pizzeria

3. Ice Cream
              Carnival no longer has self-service ice cream machines open 24 hours like in the past, but you can still get ice cream until approximately midnight. The exact hours & location of the machines that will be open can be found in the Carnival Hub App. Please note, sometimes Carnival has multiple ice cream machines on the Lido, but at a certain point in night will reduce the number of available machines to one. If the ice cream is scheduled to be open, but you come across a machine that is closed I recommend you walk around to see if one of the other machines (i.e. other side of the ship) is open. Carnival's self-service ice cream usually has vanilla, swirl, and chocolate ice cream and vanilla, swirl, and chocolate frozen yogurt. Cones & cups are typically available. 

4. Room Service
               Carnival's room service is available throughout the night, but each item will come with an extra charge. You can call room service from your stateroom phone and may also be able to order food through the Carnival Hub App.  Please note that late night dining is not complimentary. Beverages also cost extra on the room service menu. Ordering room service is probably your best option for a variety of snacks or meal choices available in the late night/very early morning.
Click Here For Carnival's Room Service Menu (menu effective October 2022)

Late night dining does not have the best choices on a Carnival Cruise, but there is always something to eat on the ship. If the complimentary dining options are closed, ordering something through room service is the way to get some food even though it will cost you some extra money. Some people will pick up a pizza or sandwich shortly before the venue closes and save it for a time when nothing else complimentary is available. I caution you to be careful not to let food or drink spoil & eat something that has gone bad as you do not want to get a foodborne illness. Just be cautious if this something you are planning!

        Carnival Cruise Line ships have been sailing from Galveston since 2000 and Galveston is  home to three year-round Carnival ships. The Carnival Dream, Carnival Breeze, and Carnival Vista all sail from Galveston and later in 2023 the Carnival Jubilee will come to replace the Carnival Vista. Galveston is a popular cruise departure homeport for Carnival guests. 
       This post will share some tips and information about Carnival Cruises from Galveston. I'll discuss some basic information about cruising from Galveston and share some tips/info about things that are a little different on the ship due to the sailing being from Galveston.

1. Carnival Cruise ships sailing from Galveston depart from either Cruise Terminal 25 (formerly cruise terminal 1) and Cruise Terminal 28 (formerly cruise terminal 2). These terminals are located right next to each other. If multiple cruise ships are docked in Galveston at the same time make sure you go to the correct cruise terminal & drop your luggage off at your ship's terminal. 

2. There is an above ground crosswalk between the Port of Galveston’s parking garage and Cruise Terminal 25, but it is not open for use! Do not be deceived seeing it and thinking you can cross. There are designated crosswalks at select points along Harborside Drive where cruise passengers can cross if coming from the Strand or a parking lot. 

3. Some parking lots in Galveston offer a Park & Walk special. Typically this means the guest will park in the lot, but instead of taking a shuttle will  have walk to the cruise terminal. This option is generally cheaper and can be a good savings depending on the parking lot. If your parking lot of choice offers this be aware that you will have to walk to the ship & cross Harborside Drive. Additionally, be prepared for any type of weather forecast as you might get wet if it is raining. Not all parking lots offer this option so I recommend shopping around and checking out the websites of different parking lots to look for the best deal for you. 

4. Carnival will add sales tax on drink purchases made the first day while the ship is docked in Galveston up until the ship has sailed & reached international waters. 

5. The Cheers beverage package is an alcoholic beverage program offered on Carnival's ships. Out of Galveston, the Cheers package cannot be purchased for use on Day #1. For sailings out of Galveston the Cheers program will take effect on Day #2. Any drinks purchased on Day #1 will not be covered under the Cheers program.  

6. Galveston sail-a-way usually takes roughly 30-40 minutes. If the ship has to turn around prior to leaving Galveston's Harbor this will add some additional time to sailing away. 

7. Carnival does not open the casino onboard until the ship has departed Galveston and is in international waters. The opening time of the casino can be found in the Carnival Hub App. 

8. The onboard Fun Shops are closed until the first evening of the cruise. This means you cannot make purchases in the Fun Shops until the ship has departed Galveston. You can check the Carnival Hub App for the exact opening times for the first evening of your cruise or walk by the Fun Shops onboard & see the opening time posted. 

9. During debarkation TABC will be present and ask you to pay taxes on any beverages you are bringing back into the state. Carnival does not charge taxes when you make the purchase onboard in international waters, but the State of Texas has laws regarding taxation that you must follow when getting off the ship. 

10. The Strand in Galveston is located across the street from the cruise terminals in Galveston where Carnival docks. If you are looking for somewhere to browse shops or dining pre/post cruise, I recommend checking out The Strand. If you are looking around on embarkation day before boarding, just make sure you get to the cruise terminals timely. 

11. Make sure you allow plenty of time to get to Galveston, especially if you are traveling in on the day of your cruise departure. Depending on where you are coming from, you may have to deal with traffic, construction, or other road delays. This isn't Carnival specific, but traffic can be unpredictable so make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to make it to the cruise terminal & check-in on time. 

Have a great Carnival Cruise from Galveston!

       This morning Carnival Cruise Line's brand ambassador, John Heald, announced a new VIFP Platinum & Diamond gift is going to be coming soon. 
         The upcoming new VIFP Platinum & Diamond gifts are pieces of a collection. This VIFP collection consists of a tote bag, fanny pack, and then a toiletry bag. According to John Heald's video, the first piece of the collection will be the tote bag. Guests will be given one piece of the collection as their gift per cruise. This means you do not get the whole three piece collection on one cruise! It is unclear how many tote bags or how long the tote bag will be given, but shortly after the tote bag the next gift (fanny pack) will be distributed. Then at some point not yet announced, the toiletry bag will be given as the third piece of the collection. 

​First New Gift: Tote Bag 
          The first part of the collection is going to be a tote bag. Based on the video stream on John Heald's Facebook the tote bag appears to be navy blue with the handle piece in red. A Carnival logo is outside and shows "VIFP Club" written.
           On the inside of the bag, there is more writing. Based on seeing the video, it appears the inside of the bag has the Carnival Logo and says "Very Important For Pool days". 

Second New Gift: Fanny Pack
                   The second part of the new VIFP Platinum & Diamond gift collection is a fanny pack (or as John Heald called it a bum bag). This fanny pack appears to be navy blue with a red zipper area based on the video. The same Carnival logo and writing "VIFP Club" is on the fanny pack. John Heald did not show the insides of the fanny pack so I have no further details on what the inside of the bag looks like.

Third New Gift: Toiletry Bag 
                   The third part of the new VIFP Platinum & Diamond gift collection is a toiletry bag. The outside of the bag appears to be navy blue and the zipper appears to be red. ​ Based on the video, the inside of the bag has the Carnival logo and says "Very Important For Packing". 

Can guests switch out a a duplicate for another piece of the collection?          
John Heald mentioned more details will be announced later for guests who acquire all 3 pieces. It is unclear what Carnival will do in this case if a guest does not want duplicate items. 

When will the new gifts be available on the Carnival ships?
​                   John Heald said the gifts will be available in the coming weeks. As of the time of writing, they are not yet on the ships. 

Where do Diamond & Platinum guests pick up the gift?
               The VIFP Diamond & Platinum gift is usually available for pick-up in the Pixels Photo Gallery. Before your cruise, you should have an email sent to you by Carnival that lists out your VIFP benefits and where to redeem the benefit. Please note, these gifts are not delivered to your stateroom (it used to be this way before the pandemic but the stateroom delivery went away when Carnival restarted cruises). 

This gift collection looks like it will be a great program and I hope to collect all three pieces! If any additional details are announced I will update here. Once this gift is being distributed if you have questions about how collecting the pieces will work I recommend asking the crew member onboard as you pick up your gift. Please keep in mind the VIFP gifts are subject to availability and the experience may vary depending on which gift is being distributed on your cruise. Any information is subject to change as Carnival introduces this new VIFP gift. 

       If you are going on a Carnival Cruise to Alaska or thinking of planning an Alaskan cruise vacation, there are some things you should know before you go. This post will give some basic Carnival Cruise Alaska information and share some things that hopefully will make your cruise vacation better! 

​Carnival Cruises To Alaska: Basic Info!
                  Cruises to Alaska are not offered year-round on Carnival. Each year around the April timeframe through September Carnival typically deploys ships to sail up to Alaska. 
            In 2023, Carnival has scheduled three cruise ships to sail Alaska cruises. The Carnival Spirit and Carnival Luminosa are scheduled to sail from Seattle, Washington. The Carnival Miracle is scheduled to sail 10 night cruises that depart from San Francisco, California. 

Scenic Cruise Days In Tracy Arm Fjord
                   Many of Carnival's Alaska cruise itineraries offer a day in Tracy Arm Fjord. The day listed for Tracy Arm Fjord is not a port of call, but instead a scenic cruise day. This means the ship will not dock or anchor for guests to get off. At a specific point during the day the ship will be scheduled to sail through Tracy Arm Fjord. Be on the lookout for a Tracy Arm Fjord shore excursion that allows guests to get on a smaller boat that gets even closer to the glacier. This tour is usually sold through the cruise booking manager in advance of the cruise or onboard at the shore excursions desk if space is available.  

Dinner Time Options Differ For Alaska Cruises
               The dining room seating options vary for Alaska cruises. Carnival's website shows that Your-Time Dining opens at 5:15pm and closes at 9:00pm. The Early Seating dining room is at 5:30pm and the Late Seating dining room option is at 7:45pm. These times are earlier than normal domestic US or Europe cruises. When you book your cruise you should be able to select the dining option you want or waitlist for an option if what you want is full. Guests who book themselves can complete this in the online cruise manager. If you use a travel agent or book a cruise with one of Carnival's agents, they should be able to help you complete this action.

Pools & Waterslides Onboard
                   I recommend packing your swim suit because depending on the weather you might be able to enjoy the pool & waterslide. When I cruised the Carnival Miracle to Alaska back in 2013 the temperature was warm and the pools & hottubs were open outside. The waterslide opened for a brief period during the cruise too. Whether these amenities will be available during your cruise is likely dependent on the weather & temperature, but you should be able to find out onboard by checking the Carnival Hub App. 

Bringing Kids On Your Alaska Cruise: Are youth programs available?
​                  When I cruised Alaska, there were many families on the ship with kids (though probably fewer compared to a Caribbean cruise). Carnival's youth programs are usually open on Alaska cruises. Camp Ocean is open for kids 2-11, Circle C is for 12-14 year olds, and Club 02 is for 15-17 year olds. Each of the different age groups has age appropriate activities. You can find out more about the activities offered in these programs once you are onboard. Parents/guardians must register their children for the youth programs - this can be done pre-cruise as part of online check-in or once onboard.

Should I avoid getting an interior stateroom for a Carnival Alaska cruise?
                 Alaska cruises are great for looking out and seeing the scenery/nature as the ship passes by. Many people will get a room with a window or balcony in order to be able to lookout at the views from their room. However, an interior room is often one of the cheapest rooms and great for those who want to get onboard cheaply (this is me). If you decide you want to stay in an interior room, there are other ways you can enjoy the view. You can go outside to the ship's public decks to look outside. Carnival ships also have TV channels showing the view from the front of the ship which you can use to see outside while in your stateroom. The only thing with an interior room that you are giving up is the ability to quickly look outside directly from your stateroom. 

Are the same activities offered on Carnival Cruises to Alaska compared to Caribbean/Mexico cruises?
                  You will see a lot of same types of activities offered on a Carnival Cruise to Alaska. For example, you will likely see day-time events such as trivia, karaoke, & games scheduled throughout your Alaska cruise. Evening events such as comedy shows, Playlist Productions shows, piano bar entertainment, and more are also usually held on Alaska cruises too. These is a lot of overlap when it comes to the onboard events & activities scheduled on an Alaska cruise & Caribbean/Mexico cruises. The exact line-up of what is scheduled for your Carnival Cruise to Alaska can be found onboard through the Carnival Hub App. 

Does Carnival ever run sales or deals on Alaska cruises?
                    Yes, Carnival does run sales and deals on Alaska cruises. You can check Carnival's website, your VIFP profile for offers, or check with your travel agent to find out about sales or deals going on related to Carnival's Alaska cruises. 

Is the casino open during Alaska cruises? 
                      The casino will open during your Alaska cruise, but the casino can only be open when it is legal. Very likely the casino will open the first day after your ship has left the homeport and entered international waters. On my Carnival Miracle cruise to Alaska the casino was open while the ship was at sea in international waters and closed while the ship was docked in ports of call. After the ship has departed the port of call (except the last night if docked in Victoria, B.C.) the casino will likely open. There will be chances to play in the casino during your Alaska cruise so make sure you check your Carnival Hub App daily for the hours. 

Why does my Alaska cruise make a very brief stop in Victoria, B.C.? 
                          The Carnival Luminosa and Carnival Spirit's Alaska cruises from Seattle commonly stop in Victoria, B.C. Generally this stop is the last evening of the cruise and only 5-6 hours. This is required because the ships are required to make a foreign port of call stop prior to returning to the US. Despite the time in the port of call being short there are usually shore excursions for sale and further you can get off the ship. Make sure you get back on the ship on-time!

Do the gift shops sale Alaska themed merchandise?
                   This is hard to answer because it is not guaranteed. However, when I cruised to Alaska in 2013 the gift shops sold Alaska t-shirts, magnets, postcards, and all sorts of Alaska related items. If you get onboard and don't see the items you are wanting, check the gift shops in the ports of call your cruise visits. 

Alaska Ports of Call: Does Carnival make guests use water shuttles ever?
                     A water shuttle is a smaller ship that takes guests from the ship to shore when the ship cannot dock at the port, but instead has to anchor off-shore. Carnival's website states that water shuttles are sometimes used in Alaskan ports such as Icy Straight Point, Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka. Further, Carnival's website notes that the availability of accessible water shuttles can vary by sailing and is based on local availability. If you need to use an accessible water shuttle you need to check with Carnival in advance of your cruise to see if one will be available. 

Is the Behind the Fun Tour offered on Alaska cruises?
                     The Behind the Fun Tour is an onboard excursion where a limited number of guests can pay for the opportunity to see some behind the scenes area. At the time of writing, the Behind the Fun Tour is not yet back. However, when it returns it is expected the Behind the Fun Tour will be offered on Carnival's Alaska cruise itineraries. 

Are 2024 Alaska cruises available for sale yet?
                       Carnival has already opened Alaska cruises for the 2024 season. The ships sailing & itineraries for the 2024 Alaska Cruise season are similar to 2023. The 2025 Alaska cruises are not yet open for sale. 

5 Random Tips For Scenic Cruise Days: 
1.  The outside decks can get crowded on scenic cruise days, especially when the ship is entering a fjord or nearing a glacier. Arrive early outside if you want to make sure you get a good spot to stand.
2.  If you are planning on using a camera to take pictures, I recommend keeping an extra battery in your pocket. 
3.  Bring binoculars! You may want to get a closer view of the wildlife. 
​4.  Dress appropriately if you plan on being outside. 
5.  During the ship's time scenic cruising there will still be activities & events held onboard, but there may be fewer organized things to do. 

If you are planning a Carnival Cruise to Alaska I hope you have found this information helpful. Alaska is a great cruise destination. 

      Carnival Cruise Line VIFP Club Diamond guests receive a special event invitation from the ship's captain each cruise. Most of the time this special event will take place as a lunch that is for Diamond VIFP club members. Diamond guests have sailed 200+ days with Carnival and are at the highest tier of Carnival's VIFP loyalty program.
           According to John Heald, the lunch menu has been the same for a long time, but that is now changing. A brand new Diamond Lunch menu has been introduced and there are plans to update the menu quarterly.  Below are the food options on the VIFP Diamond Lunch Menu as released by John Heald in January 2023:

The menu is subject to change, especially once the next quarter's menu is released. I will come back to update if the updated version of the menu is released. 

Just a Reminder: The special invitation Diamond event listed on Carnival's website as a benefit is subject to change at any time. ​The event could take place in a different form than a lunch or if circumstances arise could be cancelled. 

      Carnival Cruise ships with a Seaside Theater will show movies in the evening as part of Carnival's Dive In Movies program. The movies shown typically change each month. On your cruise if you are interested in Dive In Movies, check your What's Happening daily newsletter or the Carnival Hub App for movie offerings and the time the movie will be shown. Please keep in mind these movies are subject to change!

February 2023 Carnival Dive In Movies List! Now Posted!
          John Heald posted the movies for February 2023 on January 27, 2023 These movies are scheduled to be shown on ships that have Seaside Theaters that can host Dive-In Movies. If you are scheduled to cruise in February 2023 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show. 

• Black Adam
• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
• Amsterdam
• Jurassic World Dominion
• Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
• Minions: The Rise of Gru
• The Woman King
• Top Gun: Maverick
• The Notebook  (For Valentine's Day)
• Fatal Attraction (For Valentine's Day)
  Please check out my Carnival Cruise Food Guide:  Click Here To View

What ships have Dive-In Movies? The ships that show Dive In Movies will have Carnival's Seaside Theaters. The following Carnival ships have Dive In Movies: Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Conquest, Carnival Dream, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Magic, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Valor, Carnival Vista, and Mardi Gras. The Carnival Jubilee and Carnival Venezia are expected to have Dive In Movies.

          Carnival Cruise Line has published a schedule of cruise directors for 2023 that includes a listing of who the cruise director is at a particular time. This schedule is available to everyone online and according to Carnival's social media is updated as changes are made.
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Viewing Carnival's CD Schedule:
               The easiest way to find Carnival's cruise director schedule is by having the direct link. Here is a direct link to the cruise director schedule:
Click Here To View The Schedule 
​                    By clicking this link you will be taken away from RyG's Cruise Guide and to a website called AirTable which is what Carnival uses to manage its cruise director schedule.

Want To Find Your Cruise Director On Social Media?  I have started compiling a list of public Facebook or Instagram pages some of the cruise directors have to connect with guests. Click Here To View Cruise Director Social Media Pages

          Carnival Cruise Line has two ships with the Carnival Multiplex onboard. This includes an Imax Theater and Thrill Theater. In this post I will discuss some information about the Imax Theater onboard Carnival ships and the movie schedule. 

Which Carnival ships have the Imax Theater onboard?
               As of January 2023, the Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon are the only Carnival Cruise ships to have an Imax Theater onboard. This is a part of the Carnival Multiplex on both of these ships, which also includes the Thrill Theater.  

Imax Movie Schedule For Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon: How can I find out which movies or documentaries are being shown on my Carnival cruise?
                   Unfortunately, Carnival no longer releases the Imax movies scheduled to show on the Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon. The movies do vary by cruise, but Carnival does not publish a schedule in advance. Once a guest is onboard the ship they will be able to find out what movies are scheduled to play. 

Where on the Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon can I find the Carnival Multiplex? 
​                       The main location of the Carnival Multiplex is on Deck 6 and can be easily found from the front elevator/stairwell area. The Carnival Multiplex's main area has a desk where tickets can be purchased as well as a desk that sells concessions. When I cruised on the Carnival Vista a kiosk was available for self-service ticket purchasing.

What times and days of the cruise are movies shown?
                            This ultimately can vary by cruise. On my Carnival Vista cruise the Imax Theater had movies scheduled on all days of the cruise, including the first day & port of call days. The number of showings on sea days was higher than the days the ship was going to be in a port of call. 

Does the Carnival Panorama have a Carnival Multiplex?
                            The Carnival Panorama does not have the Carnival Multiplex experience despite being considered a Vista Class cruise ship. Instead this area on the Carnival Panorama is home to the Sky Zone experience.

How much is the cost to see a movie?
                           When I cruised on the Carnival Vista in 2019, the cost was based on the type of movie. Documentaries cost $5.50 per guest. Movies that were considered Hollywood Blockbusters cost $12.95 for adults and were discounted at $9.95 for kids 12 & under or senior citizens (55+). Pricing has likely changed since my cruise in 2019, but I wanted to share this so you can have an idea of the cost from a few years ago. Prices should be posted when you go to buy your tickets on your cruise. 

How do you pay for your movie tickets onboard?
                           It will be charged to your Sail & Sign Card account. This is your onboard spending account while on the ship. Ultimately, this is linked to your credit card, debit card, or backed by a cash account you setup. When you complete your pre-cruise online check in you will have to setup your Sail & Sign account.

           ​On my first cruise on the Carnival Ecstasy in 2007 the galley team onboard hosted a free galley tour. The galley tour was held on the last sea day of the cruise and met in the Wind Star Dining Room. When it was time for the tour to start, the galley team members led everyone that showed up into the galley. Galley crew members were stationed around to discuss the kitchen equipment, how the galley operated, and to answer any questions that guests had. 
             The Carnival Ecstasy left Carnival's fleet in October 2022 and in November 2022 arrived in Turkey to be beached. Now the ship is being dismantled and recycled. 
            This page of the website will share pictures from my galley tour of the Carnival Ecstasy in 2007. Guests were allowed to take pictures and actually encouraged to by the crew members onboard! Check out the pictures from the galley tour below:
Click any picture below to make it larger!

Entering The Carnival Ecstasy's Galley:
                   We entered the Carnival Ecstasy's galley from the crew entrance in the Wind Star Dining Room. The Wind Star Dining Room was the Carnival Ecstasy's mid-ship main dining room and located on the Atlantic Deck. Onboard the Carnival Ecstasy the galley was located on the Atlantic Deck in between the Wind Star and Wind Song Dining Rooms. 

As we walked through the galley, several food sculptures were on display. The chefs onboard were talented. This is similar to some of the displays Carnival used to offer at the midnight buffets. The midnight buffets are sadly gone nowdays. 

A crew member was in the galley showing off ice carving skills. In addition to this ice carving in the galley, Carnival also held ice carving on the Lido Deck outside. Guests from the pool would come by to watch this event. Ice carving still takes place on several Carnival Cruises as of 2023, so be on the look-out for this on your next cruise. 

One of the neat things to see on the Carnival Ecstasy's galley tour was food. The chefs were working in the galley on preparing food for lunch & dinner during our tour. The below pictures are of fruit sitting in the fridge waiting to be served as part of lunch. 

Below are more food carving pictures. This was neat to see while cruising on the Carnival Ecstasy!

The galley tour ended in the Carnival Ecstasy's Wind Song Dining Room. This dining room was the aft dining room onboard and was actually my dining room for the cruise. Back in 2007, Your-Time Dining did not exist yet so both dining rooms had early & late seating. 

I ate breakfast & lunch a couple of times in the Wind Star Dining Room on my first cruise. Below are a few pictures of the Wind Star Dining Room from this cruise. This was the same place where the galley tour started. 

The Carnival Ecstasy was a great ship. Out of my cruises on Carnival this was the only cruise that offered a free galley tour. Carnival eventually rolled out the Behind the Fun Tour that offered a small number of guests a chance to see many crew only areas, including the galley. This tour is expected to return in 2023 and guests can see the galley (and other behind the scene areas) for an additional fee. 

       Carnival Corporation signed an agreement with SpaceX's Starlink. The Starlink is expected to provide a faster and more reliable wi-fi experience onboard the cruise ships for both guests and crew. 
                The Starlink roll-out has started on Carnival Corporation's Carnival Cruise Line and Aida Cruises brands. However, there are plans to expand Starlink to other Carnival Corporation brands such as Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, P&O Cruises (Australia), Costa Cruises, P&O Cruises (UK), and Cunard. The specific timeline on the Starlink rollout has not been released for all of the Carnival Corporation brands.

Carnival Cruise Line Implementation Schedule
                 Several Carnival Cruise Line guests have asked which ships have Starlink and what the implementation schedule of Starlink is expected to be. Unfortunately, the rollout schedule is not yet available at the time of writing. According to Carnival's brand ambassador, John Heald, the timeline and specific rollout schedule across Carnival's fleet has not yet been finalized. 

​A Note About Carnival & Aida Ships:
                    With the way Carnival Corporation structured the press release it sounds like the rollout started in December 2022 but details are not yet fully known. It is unclear at this time how many Carnival or Aida ships already have Starlink installed, how many are in the process of getting Starlink right now, and what the future timeline of installation is. This is something to stay tuned on. 

This is an exciting development and one that will be worth following. 

For additional details please check out Carnival Corporation's press release by clicking here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide).