Bonsai Sushi Express on Carnival Cruise ships is a counter space where guests on select Carnival ships can purchase grab & go sushi. This space is based on Carnival's popular Bonsai Sushi venue that serves sushi, sashimi, rolls, and more. This post will take a look at Bonsai Sushi Express's menu, prices, and location on ships.

Carnival's Bonsai Sushi Express Menu
​Below represents the Bonsai Sushi Express menu from my recent cruise as of March 2025. Prices are subject to change at any time and menu items may vary by ship. I included a picture of the menu as well as the text from the menu as the picture can be a little difficult to read. 

Ships With Bonsai Sushi Express
Carnival Cruise ships with Bonsai Sushi include the Carnival Elation, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Miracle, and Carnival Paradise. Carnival ships with Sushi at Sea counter branding that serve similar menu items include Carnival Conquest, Carnival Glory, and Carnival Valor. 

Where is Bonsai Sushi Express located on each ship that has it?
Carnival Elation - Promenade Deck 9 near Casablanca Casino
​Carnival Freedom - Lido Deck 9 within Freedom Restaurant 
Carnival Luminosa - Deck 2 near Ocean Plaza and Casino
Carnival Miracle - Lido Deck 9 by Pizzeria
​Carnival Paradise - Promenade Deck 9 near Majestic Casino

How do I pay for Bonsai Sushi Express onboard?
You will pay for each Bonsai Sushi Express item onboard ala carte. The charge will be on your Sail & Sign card, which is connected to your onboard spending account. 

What times is Bonsai Sushi Express typically open?
The exact hours of Bonsai Sushi Express onboard can vary. Typically, the venue is open for dinner each night of the cruise and the service is grab & go style instead of sit-down. On sea days, Carnival typically will open the Bonsai Sushi Express venue and the venue is often not open for lunch on days when a ship is in a port of call. 

I'm looking for Bonsai Sushi information. Where can I find that?
If you are looking for Bonsai Sushi (the sit-down venue) please click here for my post. I include Bonsai Sushi's menu and information within that page. 

How can I get more information? 
​Please visit Carnival's website by clicking here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide and to Carnival's website). 

If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions please do not use any information on this website to make any decisions about whether this item is suitable for your consumption because this information may not include all ingredients or facts related to food dishes Consult Carnival to discuss ingredients and to make sure the food item is able to be consumed by you. Food items, menus, and the way a dish is prepared can vary greatly. Additionally, please note that onboard amenities and dining options are subject to change due to a variety of factors. ​

          The deli menus on most Carnival Cruise ships have a Turkey & Swiss sandwich. This has become one of my favorite deli sandwiches onboard. According to Carnival's Deli menu the Turkey & Swiss comes with "lettuce, tomato, mayo on pretzel bun". Of course, the turkey and swiss are on it too! This post will take a quick look at Carnival's Turkey and Swiss sandwich and discuss why I enjoy it! 
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Overall Rating:
I used to try to rate food in the blog using a 5 star scale, but now have decided to just focus on if I liked the dish or not. I greatly enjoyed the Turkey & Swiss sandwich on my Carnival Miracle cruise in March 2025 and Carnival Breeze cruise in November 2024. Each time I have eaten Carnival's Turkey & Swiss sandwich it has been consistently good and I enjoy the pretzel bun. 

• Moderate Portion:   I found this sandwich to be a very good size, but not too large. On my sandwich I had a few slices of turkey, at least 1 tomato, lettuce, cheese, and mayo. The mayo has been more than I like, but you can request the crew to put less (or more) mayo if you would like more or less. 
• Customization Is An Option:   Carnival's deli menu is very standardized, but most crew members are willing to make small customization to sandwiches. 
• Fries and Cole Slaw:  The deli fries that I eaten at the same time as the Turkey & Swiss have consistently been served hot, crunchy, and taste good. I have not eaten Carnival's deli cole slaw, but this is another side option that is typically available to guests upon request. 
• Pretzel Bun: I really liked the pretzel bun the Turkey & Swiss is served on. The bun has a good flavor and texture. I wish Carnival served other sandwiches on the pretzel bun because I have really enjoyed it each time I have eaten it. 

​The review of this sandwich reflects my opinion. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions please do not use this review to make any decisions about whether this item is suitable for your consumption, because this information may not include all ingredients or facts related to the food dish. Consult Carnival to get a full listing of ingredients. 
​Also, food items and menus served can vary by cruise. ​

For more Carnival Cruise Food photos visit my Unofficial Carnival Cruise Food Guide by clicking here. 
​Have a nice day!

      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 March 2025.

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. To see John Heald's Facebook please click here (link will take you to Facebook). 

If you have a food allergy or dietary concern please consult with Carnival. This post is not intended to be comprehensive of all food ingredients. 

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 Line is celebrating Easter Sunday onboard with a special main dining room dinner menu. In 2025 Easter Sunday will be on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Each ship's main dining room will be serving a special Easter dinner menu that offers some of the typical Carnival classic dishes, but also has several special options for the holiday. Carnival's Brand Ambassador, John Heald, posted a copy of the menu to Facebook on 3/22/2025. As the image was grainy I typed the main items on the menu to share on here. 

Carnival ships also have gluten free and vegan menus available when viewing the Carnival Hub App, but John Heald did not post these menus. Guests with dietary needs or questions should ask onboard. ​

Steakhouse Selections: 
​$23 surcharge is applied per entree 
Surf & Turf 
lobster tail & filet 
Broiled Filet Mignon
9 oz. premium aged beef
New York Strip Steak
14 oz. of the favorite cut for steak lovers
Grilled Lamb Chops
double cut, lamb au jus

Have a Happy Easter! Please keep in mind exact menu options are subject to change or vary. 

        If you will be on a Carnival Cruise during Easter your ship may hold some events & activities to celebrate Easter. This post will discuss some of the events & activities Carnival lists on their website for Easter Sunday as well as discuss Carnival's policy regarding religious clergy & services onboard.   
            Easter Sunday for 2025 is Sunday, April 20, 2025. The events & activities scheduled onboard will depend on the ship's location for the day as well as the entertainment department onboard.   

Does Carnival have Easter church services onboard for Easter Sunday?
                 According to Carnival's website a non-denominational service is listed as being planned for ships that are not in their homeport on Easter Sunday. This means ships that are undergoing debarkation & embarkation on Easter Sunday will not have any type of service held onboard. Carnival's website does not give any additional information about who will lead a non-denominational service on ships that are having services. 

What Easter themed activities & events are scheduled to take place for Easter Sunday?
      Carnival's website states that a Family Easter Hop N' Stop event and Family Easter Flower Hunt are scheduled to take place. Guests onboard during Easter should be able to learn the information from the ship's entertainment team regarding these events. Carnival also states that "Easter Egg-stravaganza" bingo is scheduled to take place. Bingo onboard typically costs extra and I'm not exactly sure how the game will be done with an Easter theme. Carnival also mentions an Easter Traditions Trivia is one of the events that will take place. The Carnival youth programs will also be hosting onboard events & activities. 
         The main dining room at dinner is scheduled to serve a special Easter menu. Click Here for my post showing the 2025 Carnival Cruise Easter 2025 main dining room menu. Ships with a steakhouse onboard and that are at sea on Easter Sunday are also scheduled to serve a special lunch menu that guests can book a reservation onboard. 

What is Carnival's policy regarding religious services and clergy?
                    Carnival's website references the religious services policy around multiple holidays (this is not Easter specific information). Carnival does not place clergy onboard their ships. Clergy that are traveling on a Carnival Cruise ship are able to volunteer to conduct a service while on the cruise. The clergy traveling should contact Guest Services and leave their name, stateroom number, and description of the services they offer. Additionally, the clergy member must leave a letter showing good standing with their religious organization with Guest Services. Per Carnival's website the final determination of approval will be based on factors such as the letter, schedule suitability, and venue availability. 

Where I can I get more information from Carnival? 
​                The FAQ section of Carnival's website has great information regarding the Easter Sunday holiday celebration as well as the religious services policy. I highly encourage you to check out both of these policies as these are the sources of my information to write this post.   
Carnival Cruise Celebrating Holidays Information:  Click Here 
Carnival Cruise Religious Services Policy Information:  Click Here

This post was updated on March 22, 2025 after being originally posted on January 16, 2023 due to some updates made on Carnival's website. ​

Carnival Cruise 2025 Faster to the Fun Price
                   Carnival Cruise Line's Faster to the Fun program in 2025 has prices a little higher compared to 2024. Prices vary based on itinerary length and some ship classes have programs that cost more. The following are the prices/cost per cabin of purchasing Faster to the Fun: 

• 2-3 day length cruises: $79.95 per cabin
• 4-5 day length cruises: $109.95
• 6-8 day length cruises: $149.95 per cabin - On Excel class ships (Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration, and Carnival Jubilee) the price will be $169.95
• 9+ day length cruises: $209.95

Please note: Prices are subject to change and may vary specific by cruise.

​Can guests with Faster to the Fun Go To Their Stateroom Upon Boarding?
                Staterooms are usually closed to guests when boarding begins. Guests with Faster to the Fun are allowed to drop their belongings by their stateroom, but cannot stay in their stateroom until the designated time that all guests can access staterooms. Stateroom stewards are usually working to clean and turn-around rooms so their process is disrupted when guests come to the stateroom early to stay.

​Should Platinum, Diamond, and Suite guests purchase Faster to the Fun? 
             If you are a VIFP Platinum & Diamond guest or a suite guest that has priority boarding benefits, you do not need to purchase Faster to the Fun for your stateroom. You should already have priority boarding that will be before Faster to the Fun guests. 
                       For embarkation day and check-in, guests with Faster to the Fun will follow posted signage at the cruise terminal to make sure they are going into the correct check-in lines and in the designated place for boarding. 

        Carnival Cruise Line has designated areas for smoking onboard and these designated areas will vary by ship. Where can I smoke on a Carnival Cruise ship? Can I smoke in the Carnival Cruise casino? These are both common questions that guests ask and are ones that I hope to address through this post. Please note, the smoking areas are subject to change at any time and while you are on your cruise you need to make sure you are smoking in a designated place when it is allowable. Further, there is no smoking onboard allowed when the ship is refueling. This means areas that normally allow smoking will not allow smoking during the refueling process. Smoking is never allowed in staterooms or on balconies. Further, Carnival does not allow smoking at the casino bar regardless of whether smoking is allowed while playing machines. Below are the designated smoking areas inside & outside for each Carnival ship: 
Last updated: 3/20/2025

Carnival Sunshine Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Sunshine Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar. 
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Port Side FWD & Deck 10 Starboard Side Mid-Ship ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Sunrise Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Sunrise Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard FWD & Deck 10 Starboard AFT​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Radiance Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Radiance Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard FWD & Deck 10 Starboard AFT​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Spirit Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Louis XIV Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard Side FWD, Deck 9 Starboard Side FWD, & Deck 10 Starboard Side FWD​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. ​
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Pride Smoking Areas

• Interior:  The Winner's Club Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed).
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard Side FWD, Deck 9 Starboard Side FWD, & Deck 10 Starboard Side FWD​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Legend Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Club Merlin Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard Side FWD, Deck 9 Starboard Side FWD, & Deck 10 Starboard Side FWD​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Miracle Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Mr. Lucky's Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). 
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 3 Starboard Side FWD, Deck 9 Starboard Side FWD, & Deck 10 Starboard Side FWD​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Luminosa Smoking Areas
Carnival has the smoking area policies for the Carnival Luminosa divided into US cruises and Australia cruises. 
Australia Carnival Luminosa Cruises:

• Interior: There is no smoking permitted in any interior areas of the Carnival Luminosa. 
• Outside:  Designated areas on Deck 10 AFT Port Side. 
• Guests are allowed to use cigarettes, including electronic cigarettes and personal vaporizers, cigars, and tobacco pipes in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

US Departing Carnival Luminosa Cruises:

• ​Interior: The Luminosa Casino allows smoking when you are playing at a machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside: Designated areas on Deck 10 AFT Port Side. ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Conquest Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Tahiti Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 3 Starboard Side and Deck 10 Starboard Side (Mid-Ship & Aft) In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. ​
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Glory Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Camel Club Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 3 Starboard Side and Deck 10 Starboard Side In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area.
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony.  
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Carnival Valor Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Shogun Club Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 3 Starboard Side and Deck 10 Starboard Side In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Liberty Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Czar's Palace Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 3 Starboard Side and Deck 10 Starboard Side In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Freedom Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Babylon Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 3 Starboard Side and Deck 10 Starboard Side (Mid-Ship) In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 10 Starboard Mid-Ship. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Dream Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Jackpot Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port Side Aft (Lanai) and Deck 11 Starboard Side Aft ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. ​
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Magic Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Hat Trick Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port Side Aft (Lanai) and Deck 11 Starboard Side Aft ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking areas on Deck 5 Port Side AFT and Deck 11 Starboard Side AFT. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 

Carnival Breeze Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Winner's Luck Casino on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5) - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port Side Aft Outside The Nightclub and Deck 11 Starboard Side Aft ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Vista Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Vista Casino on Deck 4 - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Per Carnival's website smoking is not allowed at the casino bar, but I believe the casino bar was removed in 2021.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port & Starboard Side FWD on the Lanai and Deck 11 Fwd & Aft Starboard In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 5 Starboard Side Fwd and Deck 11 Starboard Side Aft
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 
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Carnival Horizon Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Horizon Casino on Deck 4 - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Per Carnival's website smoking is not allowed at the casino bar, but I believe the casino bar was removed in 2021.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port & Starboard Side FWD on the Lanai and Deck 11 Fwd & Aft Starboard In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas.  However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 5 Starboard Side Fwd and Deck 11 Starboard Side Aft
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 
  
  

Carnival Panorama Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Panorama Casino on Deck 4 - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Per Carnival's website smoking is not allowed at the casino bar, but I believe the casino bar was removed in 2021.
• Outside:  Deck 5 Port & Starboard Side FWD on the Lanai and Deck 11 Fwd & Aft Starboard In Designated Areas​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area. 
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Mardi Gras Smoking Areas

• Interior:  Mardi Gras Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar. Please note, there is a designated non-smoking section of the casino. 
• Outside:  1) Designated Outdoor Bar Area of Bar Della Rosa On Deck 8 Starboard Mid-Ship  2) Designated Area of Deck 17 Starboard Aft ​
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior smoking areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 17 Starboard AFT.
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 
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Carnival Celebration Smoking Areas

• Interior: Empress Casino - In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino. Please note, there is a designated non-smoking section of the casino. ​
• Outside: 1) Designated Outdoor Bar Area Of Bar 820 On Deck 8 Starboard Mid-Ship 2) Designated Area Of Deck 17 Starboard Aft 
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 17 Starboard AFT.
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. 
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Carnival Jubilee Smoking Areas

• Interior: Jubilee Casino -  In order to be allowed to smoke in the casino you must be playing at a designated machine or table during the casino's open hours (smoking is not allowed at any tables or games when the casino is closed). Smoking is not allowed at the casino. Please note, there is a designated non-smoking section of the casino. 
• Outside:  1) Designated Outdoor Bar Area Of Marina Bar (Deck 8 - Starboard Mid-Ship).  2) Designated Area of Deck 17 Starboard Aft 
• Cigarette smoking which includes electronic cigarettes & personal vaporizers is permitted in the interior and exterior areas. However, cigar and tobacco pipes is only permitted in the outside smoking area on Deck 17 Starboard AFT.
• You are not allowed to smoke in your stateroom or on a stateroom balcony. ​

Carnival Adventure Smoking Areas
To Be Added Soon

Carnival Encounter Smoking Areas
​To Be Added Soon

        Getting around your Carnival Cruise ship can be made easier if you have a copy of the ship's deck plan. For those that are not familiar, a deck plan is essentially a map of the ship that shows which lounges, attractions, or areas are on on each deck of the ship. 
             This first part of this post will give links to Carnival's online deck plans for each ship. This will allow you to look at your ship's deck plans pre-cruise. The second part of this post will share ways to use deck plans while on your cruise. 

Originally Published: 9/25/2020
Last Updated: 3/20/2025

Pre-Cruise: Viewing The Ship's Deck Plan
              Before your cruise I highly recommend taking a quick look at your ship's deck plan. Carnival's website has interactive deck plans available as well as a PDF copy of the deck plan that should be printable. The interactive deck plan is a helpful tool for pre-cruise research. Carnival has a feature built into the interactive deck plan where you can type your stateroom number and it will pull the stateroom up on the deck plan. 
                     The PDF deck plan is great because it is printable. If you are a first time cruiser or have never been on the particular ship before, I highly recommend printing out the PDF deck plan. 
                       Each of the links below will take you away from this website to Carnival's website. The  "PDF Deck Plan" links are directly to PDF documents that can be found on Carnival's website of the deck plan. All links will open in a new window. Your computer will need to have the ability to open a PDF document if you try to view one of the PDF deck plans. If a link has changed or is broken please let me know! 

Carnival Elation                      Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan
​Carnival Paradise                   Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Sunshine                  Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Sunrise                     Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Radiance                  Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Spirit                         Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Pride                         Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Legend                     Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Miracle                      Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Conquest                  Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Glory                         Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Valor                         Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Liberty                     Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Freedom                  Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Splendor                  Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Dream                      Interactive Deck Plan               PDF Deck Plan 
​Carnival Magic                      Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Breeze                    Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Vista                       Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Horizon                   Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Panorama               Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Mardi Gras                            Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan 
Carnival Celebration             Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Jubilee                    Interactive Deck Plan                PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Luminosa                No Interactive Deck Plan          PDF Deck Plan     
Carnival Venezia                   No Interactive Deck Plan          PDF Deck Plan
​Carnival Firenze                    No Interactive Deck Plan          PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Adventure                No Interactive Deck Plan          PDF Deck Plan
Carnival Encounter                No Interactive Deck Plan          PDF Deck Plan

During Your Cruise:  How To View The Ship's Deck Plan Once On The Ship 

Option 1:   Carnival Hub App
                Carnival's Hub App is a useful tool for information onboard your cruise and once you have the app connected onboard you can view the ship's deck plan from the app. This app is free to download and is available for both Apple & Android phones. Once you are onboard the ship look for instructions on how to activate the app because most features of the app are not available until you are on the ship, in airplane mode, and connected to the ship's wi-fi network. 

Deck plans are a useful tool for finding your way around the ship. If you still cannot find something on the ship after looking at the deck plans, ask a crew member or at guest services! Most crew members know the ship's layout well and should be able to give you directions to what you are looking for.  Have a great cruise!

          Carnival Cruise ships have multiple bars onboard and some of the bars are themed. How much are drinks on a Carnival Cruise? These are the drink menus Carnival Cruise is starting 2025 with and answer the question of how much sodas, drinks, and other bar beverages cost on a Carnival Cruise. Please note, prices are subject to change at any time. I recommend looking at the drink options shown but do not focus on the price since it could easily change.  

​Last Updated: 3/20/2025

Accessing The Current Bar Menus Onboard Your Carnival Ship:
             Once you are onboard your Carnival ship, you can view the bar menu by using your phone to scan a QR code. If you do not have your phone with you, typically the bar staff have copies of the menu available to help you order. 

Currently I have shared the general bar menu, Texas Welcome Bar Menu, Red Frog Pub menu, Alchemy Bar menu, Serenity Adults Only Retreat Bar Menu, and Main Dining Room Wine Menu.

General Bar Menu 2025:
This bar menu the general bar menu on a Carnival Cruise ship. If you are not in a themed bar this will likely be the menu that comes up when you scan your QR code. This is also the menu typically shown in the main dining room on the bar QR code. Although this is the general bar menu, it does not include all of the choices available to guests. There are several drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) available to guests for order that aren't shown on the menu. 

Texas Welcome Bar Menu 2025:
The Texas Welcome Bar Menu is used before Carnival ships depart from Texas. Due to Texas state law, the drinks in Texas are taxed. Carnival limits what is available for serving until the ship reaches a certain mark offshore after sail-a-way. If you are planning on buying the Cheers alcohol program for sailing out of Texas, you will want to make sure to read the program description closely because the program typically does not take effect until Day 2. 

Red Frog Pub
The Red Frog Pub is on the Carnival Breeze, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Legend, Carnival Magic, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, and Carnival Valor. The menu below is from the Carnival Breeze. The Carnival Magic and Carnival Breeze typically have a food portion of the menu that may not be available on other ships. Other Carnival ships with the Red Frog Pub do not serve a food menu (though there may be snacks available for sale depending on the ship). ​

Main Dining Room Wine Menu
Carnival has a section of the main dining room menu which shows the wine available for purchase by the glass or bottle. These prices are as of March 2025 on the Carnival Miracle.

Carnival Alchemy Bar Menu 2025
The Alchemy Bar allows Carnival Cruise ship guests to enjoy cocktail creations in a themed "pharmacy" environment. Carnival offers Lyre's non-alcoholic spirits at the Alchemy Bar too. Although a lot of guests on Carnival Cruises enjoy custom cocktails at the Alchemy Bar there are some menu items. Prices may vary by ship and this bar is not available on all ships. Below are 2025 Alchemy Bar on Carnival Cruise menus: 

Serenity Bar Menu
Some Carnival Cruise ships have bars on the Serenity Adults Only Retreat. This area of the ship is for guests 21+ years of age. 

Carnival Cruise 2024 Coffee Bar Menus
Please click here for my post on the Carnival Cruise 2024 coffee bar menus with prices!

​Have a great cruise!

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