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Galveston Cruise Ship Parking Lots Discounts and Coupon Codes

10/10/2026

Save money on Galveston Texas cruise parking by looking for discount codes, promo codes, and specials offered by parking lots. Galveston has cruise lines including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC, or Disney Cruise sailing from the port during 2026. This post will take a look at some of the different discount programs and coupon codes available to cruisers looking to park for a Galveston cruise. I will also share a few tips on getting the best deal and cheapest rate possible when booking parking for a Galveston based cruise ship.

Last Updated: 10/10/2026

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Galveston Cruise Parking Coupon Codes & Discounts:

I have checked the websites of some of the parking lots near the Galveston Texas cruise terminals for discounts, coupon codes, loyalty programs, and other misc. cost savings that might be posted online. Please note, this list below does not include all parking lots or parking companies and there may be discounts available that I have not mentioned here. It is difficult to stay on top of all discounts, but I will periodically be checking and updating the below information. Not all parking lots serve each cruise line and discounts may not be available for every cruise. I am not affiliated with any of the parking lots below and do not endorse any parking lots over another.

Port of Galveston Parking Lots:

The Port of Galveston frequently posts discount codes on their social media accounts. The Port of Galveston's Parking Facebook shared a $5.00 October 2026 off promotional code on 10/10/2026. Click Here for the Port of Galveston's Parking Facebook (link will take you away to Facebook).
The Port of Galveston's website states that they have a program for disabled veterans to save money when online booking a parking reservation. As of the time of writing this discount is 15%. The full information on how to be a part of this program can be found by clicking here (link will take you to the Port of Galveston's website).
The Port of Galveston has a rewards program for parking. If you park in the Port of Galveston's lots you can earn points for your purchase which can be redeemed for money off. Click Here to visit the Port of Galveston's website to learn more.

EZ Cruise Parking:

EZ Cruise Parking offers a Park & Walk price for some cruises (typically ones departing Cruise Terminal 25 or 28). This rate allows guests to save by not taking the shuttle to or from the cruise terminal.
EZ Cruise Parking's Facebook will usually post discount codes. EZ Cruise Parking's Facebook page posted a $10.00 off promotional code on 10/1/2026. Click Here for EZ Cruise Parking's Facebook (link will take you to Facebook).
EZ Cruise Parking's website states they offer a loyalty program. This loyalty program can give guests booking parking a discount. For more information about EZ Cruise Parking's loyalty program click here (link will take you to EZ Cruise Parking's website).

Lighthouse Parking:

Lighthouse Parking has a page on their website with some discount codes. As of the time of writing, two discount codes are available on the website. One is for a discount on covered parking and the other is for a discount on uncovered parking. Click Here for the Lighthouse Parking website's discount codes page.
The Lighthouse Parking FAQ page gives information on a veteran discount and how someone can go about claiming the discount. Please see the last question on the FAQ page (click here to view). This link will take you to Lighthouse Parking's website.

Patriot Cruise Parking (Located At Former Falstaff Cruise Parking Address):

The Patriot Cruise Parking website says they have a loyalty program. Click Here for Patriot Cruise Parking's Loyalty Program page.
Patriot Cruise Parking's Facebook occasionally posts discounts and deals. Click Here for Patriot Cruise Parking's Facebook (link will take you to Facebook).

Port Parking

Port Parking's Facebook will sometimes post promo codes/discount codes for the month. On 10/6/2026 Port Parking posted a 10% off promotional code for October 2026. Click Here for Port Parking's Facebook page.
The Port Parking website says they have a Travel Agent Incentive Program. For more information click here to go to the Port Parking website.
The Port Parking website says they have a cruise parking loyalty program which appears to allow guests to earn points for every dollar spend. Click here for more information about Port Parking's loyalty program.
Please note: Despite the name, Port Parking is separate from the Port of Galveston's parking.

Tips For Saving Money When Booking & Researching Parking For A Galveston Cruise:

Research your parking options before the day of your cruise. Each parking lot has a different price and offers different amenities (such as covered or uncovered parking, shuttle or no shuttle, etc.). Understanding the price and what each parking lot offers can help you make an informed decision and possibly get the cheapest Galveston cruise parking possible.
Some parking lots offer better deals if you reserve online and pay when making your online reservation. Further, some parking lots fill up and may not be available if you show up the day of your cruise.
If you are booking in advance make sure you understand the terms & conditions of your particular parking lot's cancellation policy. Some will offer future credit, some may offer a full refund under certain circumstances, and others may not allow refunds for any reason.
Check the social media accounts and websites of any parking lots you are interested in to see if a sale is being run or a promotion is being held. Some parking lots frequently offer specials.
If you cruise from Galveston frequently and have a particular favorite lot, see if the parking lot has a loyalty program. This is usually displayed on the parking lot's website.
Check to see if your parking lot offers any discounts that you might apply to (i.e. military or travel agent discount). Some cruise parking lots in Galveston do and others do not (it really does vary from lot to lot).

What cruises leave from Galveston, Texas?
The Port of Galveston is home to Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line. Margaritaville at Sea is coming in 2027. Each of these cruise lines have a variety of ships and itineraries sailing from Galveston, whether seasonally or year-round. The exact parking options for each cruise line and ship can vary by date so it is best to research your cruise parking to get the best deal possible.

Galveston Cruise Parking Lot Reviews:
I recommend taking a quick look at the reviews left online of any parking lot you are considering making a reservation through. However, make sure you are aware that there can be bias in the reviews (both positive and negative).

Is there any free cruise parking for Galveston cruises?
Unfortunately, there is none that I am aware of. Some hotels offer packages that include parking.

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Have a great cruise from Galveston!

Any of the information contained within this page or website is subject to change at any time and may not be accurate in every situation. Please use this information as a starting point and I recommend doing further independent research.

Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber Sailing From Galveston 2027

9/20/2026

Galveston, Texas

Margaritaville at Sea will begin sailing from Galveston, Texas, in October 2027. Earlier this month, Margaritaville at Sea announced their newest ship, Beachcomber, will sail from Galveston.

First Galveston Sailing
The Beachcomber's first sailing for Margaritaville at Sea from Galveston is scheduled for Monday, October 4, 2027. This first cruise from Galveston is a 4 night cruise with a scheduled port of call of Cozumel, Mexico.

Other Galveston Sailings
The majority of the Beachcomber's scheduled sailings from Galveston are 7 night cruises departing on Fridays. Margaritaville at Sea created itineraries that sail to a variety of port of calls. There are numerous 7 night cruise itinerary combinations available. One option is to sail to ports such as Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Montego Bay. Another sails to Key West, Belize, and Cozumel. There is an option to sail to Veracruz, Cozumel, and Progreso. Margaritaville at Sea is also offering some more Bahamas based options with options to Key West, Freeport, and Nassau or another run that replaces Freeport with Bimini. Other itinerary combinations are available other than what is written here in my post.

Most of the sailings for the Beachcomber out of Galveston appear to be scheduled for Galveston's Cruise Terminal 28 with some sailings taking place out of Cruise Terminal 25.

For more information on the Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber I recommend checking out Margaritaville at Sea's website by clicking here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide).

Margaritaville at Sea Ship Location: Vessel Trackers For Each Margaritaville at Sea Ships

9/20/2026

Tracking Margaritaville at Sea ships is easy and a great activity before your cruise! This page shares links to various trackers I use to track Margaritaville at Sea ships so you can track your Margaritaville at Sea ship too!
Each ship listed below has a link to Marine Traffic and Vessel Finder's websites. Both of these websites will display a ship's location when the ship is considered in range to a terrestrial AIS system. When a ship's location is only available via satellite the ship will generally show as out of range. Each website is free to use to see a ship when it is considered in range, but each site offers the opportunity to pay for additional features (plans & features vary depending on the site). There are other trackers available outside of these two websites that you can find by searching yourself, but I have linked to the two sites I typically use the most. Please note, I am not affiliated with either of these sites and by clicking the link you will be leaving RyG's Cruise Guide and head to the respective site. I am not responsible for the content on either site, including the accuracy of the ship's location.

Last Updated: September 20, 2026

Margaritaville at Sea Paradise Ship Location & Trackers
The Margaritaville at Sea Paradise's location can be tracked using one of the below links:
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise Marine Traffic
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise Vessel Finder

Margaritaville at Sea Islander Ship Location & Trackers
The Margaritaville at Sea Islander's location can be tracked using one of the below links:
Margaritaville at Sea Islander Marine Traffic
Margaritaville at Sea Islander Vessel Finder

Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber Ship Location & Trackers
The ship used to be the Costa Fortuna, but is now renamed to the Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber. Margaritaville at Sea's Beachcomber will not begin guest cruises until 2027 as the ship is going to have a dry-dock first to transition the ship over.
Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber Marine Traffic

Have a great cruise on Margaritaville at Sea!

Carnival Cruise Director Schedule: How To Find The Schedule

9/20/2026

Carnival Cruise Director Schedule 2026 & 2027

See the Carnival Cruise Director Schedule for 2026 & 2027 by cruise ship for the entire fleet. Carnival cruise directors are posted for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, and up to early Spring 2027 for some ships.

Last Updated: 9/20/2026

If you would like to view the latest cruise director schedule please click here to go to the Airtable site which is the source of information on this page. Cruise directors are subject to change at any time and the schedule is updated frequently! I also periodically update the list below to list out who are the cruise directors by ship to make checking easier, but may not update every ship at the same time! For more information about the cruise director schedule please check out the bottom section of this post.

Carnival Adventure Cruise Director Schedule:
Felipe Do Couto: 8/7/2026 - 11/30/2026
Ciara Crowley: 11/20/2026 - 2/10/2027
Lizzie Clough: 2/20/2027 - 6/17/2027

Carnival Breeze Cruise Director Schedule:
Mike D'Auria: 9/7/2026 - 1/11/2027
Simon London: 1/7/2027 - 2/26/2027
Simon London: 3/14/2027 - 5/22/2027

Carnival Celebration Cruise Director Schedule:
Joey Boyes: 7/12/2026 - 11/8/2026
Rainier Scholtz: 11/3/2026 - 1/17/2026
Joey Boyes: 1/17/2027 - 4/5/2027
Joey Boyes: 4/19/2027 - 5/30/2027

Carnival Conquest Cruise Director Schedule:
Edgar Toscano Murillo: 8/30/2026 - 9/28/2026
Filipe Mendes: 9/28/2026 - 11/27/2026

Carnival Dream Cruise Director Schedule:
Andy Mercer: 8/16/2026 - 11/14/2026
Shylock Edwards: 11/7/2026 - 2/6/2027
Andy Mercer: 3/6/2027 - 6/21/2027

Carnival Encounter Cruise Director Schedule:
Franco Spies: 7/4/2026 - 11/7/2026
Kieran Wilson: 11/3/2026 - 1/17/2027
Franco Spies: 1/9/2027 - 5/22/2027
Abbie Lockett: 5/15/2027 - 9/17/2027

Carnival Elation Cruise Director Schedule:
Ivan Estrada: 9/5/2026 - 1/9/2027
John Loney: 11/5/2026 - 3/6/2027

Carnival Firenze Cruise Director Schedule:
Amber Celen: 8/28/2026 - 1/4/2027
Gabe Coppolla: 12/28/2026 - 4/4/2027

Carnival Freedom Cruise Director Schedule:
Sara Taskowski: 10/4/2026 - 2/4/2027

Carnival Glory Cruise Director Schedule:
Rainier Scholtz: 9/7/2026 - 11/2/2026
Abbie Lockett: 11/2/2026 - 1/4/2027

Carnival Horizon Cruise Director Schedule:
Zach Paiement-Dockrill: 9/12/2026 - 2/21/2027
Rainier Scholtz: 2/17/2027 - 4/24/2027

Carnival Jubilee Cruise Director Schedule:
Kyndall Fire: 7/18/2026 - 11/14/2026
Andy Mercer: 11/14/2026 - 1/23/2027
Kyndall Fire: 1/23/2027 - 5/23/2027

Carnival Legend Cruise Director Schedule:
Simon London: 5/15/2026 - 11/16/2026
Frankie Portera: 11/12/2026 - 1/24/2027
Keegan Van Zyl: 3/7/2027 - 7/6/2027

Carnival Liberty Cruise Director Schedule:
Kiernan Wilson: 8/20/2026 - 10/25/2026
Lawrence West: 10/18/2026 - 2/21/2027
Lawrence West: 4/25/2027 - 8/29/2027

Carnival Luminosa Cruise Director Schedule:
Louie Claire: 7/2/2026 - 10/23/2026
Gary Blair: 11/8/2026 - 1/11/2027
Abbie Lockett: 1/6/2027 - 3/14/2027
Gary Blair: 3/12/2027 - 7/22/2027

Carnival Magic Cruise Director Schedule:
Sophie Gideon: 7/5/2026 - 11/8/2026
Ivan Estrada: 11/8/2026 - 1/17/2027

Mardi Gras Cruise Director Schedule:
Jacky Tang: 9/17/2026 - 1/2/2027
Filipe Mendes: 11/28/2026 - 12/5/2026
Filipe Mendes: 1/2/2027 - 3/13/2027

Carnival Miracle Cruise Director Schedule:
Gary Blair: 7/23/2026 - 11/5/2026
Adam Gilbert: 10/30/2026 - 3/7/2027
Frankie Portera: 3/5/2027 - 5/6/2027
Adam Gilbert: 5/6/2027 - 10/8/2027

Carnival Panorama Cruise Director Schedule:
George Cross: 7/18/2026 - 11/15/2026
Victor Pastrana: 11/7/2026 - 1/16/2027
George Cross: 1/16/2027 - 5/16/2027

Carnival Paradise Cruise Director Schedule:
Vanessa Fredrich: 9/10/2026 - 1/4/2027
Michelle O'Callaghan: 9/14/2026 - 11/15/2026
Vanessa Fredrich: 3/2/2027 - 7/5/2027

Carnival Pride Cruise Director Schedule:
Deon Williams: 7/26/2026 - 11/29/2026
Sam Thurgood: 11/29/2026 - 1/31/2027

Carnival Radiance Cruise Director Schedule:
Sam Thurgood: 9/28/2026 - 11/28/2026
Marq Anthony: 11/22/2026 - 4/1/2027
Amber Celen: 3/28/2027 - 8/2/2027

Carnival Spirit Cruise Director Schedule:
Jei Caro: 9/1/2026 - 11/8/2026
James Love: 11/8/2026 - 3/6/2027

Carnival Splendor Cruise Director Schedule:
Victor Pastrana: 7/31/2026 - 10/1/2026
Lizzie Clough: 10/1/2026 - 11/28/2026
Jei Caro: 11/21/2026 - 2/4/2027

Carnival Sunrise Cruise Director Schedule:
Cryssi St Cyr: 7/20/2026 - 1/9/2027
Cryssi St Cyr: 3/29/2027 - 7/27/2027

Carnival Sunshine Cruise Director Schedule:
Alex Siegler: 6/28/2026 - 11/8/2026
Sofia Tosches: 11/8/2026 - 1/9/2027
Alex Siegler: 1/9/2027 - 5/15/2027

Carnival Valor Cruise Director Schedule:
Sinclair Hammerbach: 9/10/2026 - 1/9/2027

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Carnival Venezia Cruise Director Schedule:
Robby Howell: 7/1/2026 - 11/8/2026
Tyler Meehan: 11/1/2026 - 3/14/2027

Carnival Vista Cruise Director Schedule:
Keegan Van Zyl: 8/22/2026 - 1/9/2027

Viewing Carnival's CD Schedule Through Airtable:
I have included a link to Carnival's Cruise Director Schedule here as well as below included a simple listing of cruise directors by Carnival ship. 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.

About Carnival's Cruise Director Schedule:

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Does the schedule change?
The schedule can change at any point in time. For this reason, I do not recommend booking a cruise solely to have a certain cruise director because I do not want you to be disappointed if the schedule changes. I do understand that having a well liked cruise director is a great reason to want a certain cruise, but just realize things could change with the schedule. You may show up to the cruise ship on embarkation day and find a completely different person as cruise director than the schedule reflects. Sometimes last minute changes may be made.

How far out does the schedule go?
Since Carnival's schedule is updated frequently this could change. Generally for most ships, the planned cruise director is announced through the end of 2026 with several ships now extending into spring 2027.

What does it mean when my ship has dates that look like two cruise directors are onboard?
Typically this means your Carnival Cruise ship is about to change cruise directors. Sometimes Carnival will send the next cruise director onto the ship a little early so they can learn the ropes and plan. You may get some entertainment from both cruise directors in this case, but typically the cruise director that has already been on the ship will be the main presence. It could vary!

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Carnival Cruise Dive In Movies List

9/20/2026

Carnival Cruise Seaside Theater

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 FunTimes 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!

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October 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for October 2026. 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 October 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Super Girl
McFarland USA
Project Hail Mary
Disclosure Day
Backrooms
Toy Story 5
Hoppers
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Star Wars: Mandolorian
Minions & Monsters
Michael
Hocus Pocus 2
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
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September 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for September 2026. 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 September 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Michael
Star Wars: The Mandolorian & Grogu
Tron Ares
Hoppers
Goat
Project Hail Mary
The Sheep Detective
Disclosure Day

August 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for August 2026. 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 August 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Michael
Star Wars: The Mandolorian & Grogu
Tron Ares
Hoppers
Goat
Zootopia 2
F1: The Movie
Now You See Me Now You Don't
The Bride
The Bad Guys 2
Mercy
Solo Mio
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
You, Me, & Tuscany

July 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for July 2026. 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 July 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

The Bride
Solo Mio
You, Me, & Tuscany
Mercy
Eternity
Zootopia 2
Wicked 2
Now You See Me Now You Don't
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Blind Side

June 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for June 2026. 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 June 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

The Bride
Solo Mio
Mercy
Eternity
Zootopia
Wicked 2
Now You See Me Now You Don't
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Blind Side

May 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for May 2026. 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 May 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Solo Mio
Mercy
Eternity
Zootopia
Wicked 2
Now You See Me Now You Don't
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2

April 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for April 2026. 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 April 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Mercy
Eternity
Zootopia
Wicked 2
Now You See Me Now You Don't
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2

March 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for March 2026. 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 March 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Zootopia
Wicked Part 2
Now You See Me Now You Don't
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
The Fall Guy
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2
The Blind Side

February 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for February 2026. 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 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Wicked
Now You See Me Now You Don’t
Roofman
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
The Fall Guy
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2
The Blind Side
Lilo & Stitch

January 2026 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for January 2026. 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 January 2026 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Now You See Me Now You Don't
Downton Abbey
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
The Fall Guy
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2
The Blind Side
Lilo & Sitch

December 2025 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for December 2025 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 December 2025 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Downton Abbey
F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
The Fall Guy
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
The Bad Guys 2
Freakier Friday
The Blind Side
Lilo & Stitch
Moana 2
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Magic
Wonka
Polar Express
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November 2025 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for November 2025 and the last week of October 2025 on Facebook. 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 November 2025 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

F1: The Movie
Nobody 2
The Fall Guy
The Bad Guys 2
Freakier Friday
The Blind Side
Lilo & Stich
Moana 2
Grown Ups
The Cup (only on Carnival Splendor, Adventure, & Encounter)
Ongoing Updates! Please check out my Carnival Cruise Food Guide by clicking here!

October 2025 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for October 2025 on Facebook. 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 October 2025 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

F1 The Movie
Megan 2.0
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Part 2
Lilo & Stitch
Karate Kid: Legends
The Proposal
Ballerina (R)
Thunderbolts
Wicked
Hotel Transylvania
Halloween
Haunted Mansion
Ongoing Updates! Please check out my Carnival Cruise Food Guide by clicking here!

September 2025 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for September 2025 on Facebook. 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 September 2025 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Lilo & Stitch
Karate Kid: Legends
The Proposal
Ballerina (rated R)
Thunderbolts
Captain America
Minecraft The Movie
Gladiator 2
Wicked
Moana 2
Ongoing Updates! Please check out my Carnival Cruise Food Guide by clicking here!

August 2025 Carnival Dive In Movies List!
John Heald posted the movies for August 2025 on Facebook. 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 August 2025 on a ship that does Dive-In Movies make sure to check your Carnival Hub App/FunTimes for the times that the movies for the day are scheduled to show.

Thunderbolts
Captain America
Minecraft The Movie
Gladiator II
Wicked
Moana 2
IF
Kung Fu Panda 4
Dune: Part Two
The Fall Guy
Despicable Me 4
It Ends With Us
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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 Adventure, Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Conquest, Carnival Dream, Carnival Encounter, Carnival Firenze, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Magic, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Valor, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista, and Mardi Gras.

Galveston Cruise Webcams To Watch To See Cruise Ships

9/20/2026

Carnival Freedom Docked In Galveston

One of my favorite pre-cruise activities is to watch cruise ships arrive, depart, or sit docked in Galveston on webcams. Luckily there are some free webcams that typically show Galveston cruise ships on days when they are docked.
Below are some links to the video webcams I watch when cruise ships are either arriving, departing, or docked in Galveston. Galveston's cruise lines include Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, and starting in October 2027 Margaritaville at Sea.

Page Last Updated: 9/20/2026

Galveston.com's Cruise Video Cam
The Cruise Cam on Galveston.com is my favorite webcam. Generally, when a cruise ship is docked at terminal 25 the webcam will zoom in to see part of the cruise terminal's pier and part of the ship. When a cruise ship arrives or departs this webcam is controlled by a volunteer camera operator that follows the ship as far as the webcam can show.
Click Here To Go To The Galveston.com Cruise Video Cam
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Galveston.com's Emerald Cam
This webcam is located on the top of the Emerald in Galveston. When a cruise ship is arriving or departing this webcam will generally be operated by a volunteer camera operator that follows the ship in or out. While a cruise ship is docked in Galveston, ships at cruise terminal 25 or cruise terminal 28 can usually be seen. During times when a cruise ship is not docked, the webcam generally rotates to show different spots of Galveston Island.
Click Here To Go To The Galveston.com Emerald Video Cam
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Galveston.com's Marina Cam
This webcam is located on the top of the Marina Bar & Grill in Galveston. When a cruise ship is arriving or departing this webcam will generally be operated by a volunteer camera operator that follows the ship in or out. This webcam offers a great view of Cruise Terminal #10 which is used by Royal Caribbean ships. When a cruise ship is not docked, this webcam usually rotates to show various parts of the harbor.
Click Here To Go To The Galveston.com Marina Video Cam
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Galveston Harbor Webcam on Visit Galveston's Website
This webcam is located on top of the Harbor House Hotel and is streamed from Saltwater Recon. It allows visitors to request a turn to control the webcam and has many pre-set views available. This webcam is great to see cruise ships docked at cruise terminal 25 or cruise terminal 28 depending on what cruise ships are docked where on a given day.
Click Here To Go To the Galveston Harbor Webcam on Visit Galveston
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Port of Galveston's Cruise Terminal 16 Webcam
This webcam is on the Port of Galveston's website and shares a view of Galveston's Cruise Terminal 16.
Click Here To View On Port of Galveston's Website
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Port of Galveston's Cruise Terminal 25 Webcam
This webcam is on the Port of Galveston's website and shares a view of the pier at Cruise Terminal 25.
Click Here To View On Port of Galveston's Website
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Port of Galveston's Cruise Terminal 28 Webcam
This webcam is on the Port of Galveston's website and shares a view of the pier at Cruise Terminal 28.
Click Here To View On Port of Galveston's Website
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

Port of Galveston's Cruise Terminal 10 Webcam
This webcam is on the Port of Galveston's website and shares a view of Cruise Terminal 10.
Click Here To View On Port of Galveston's Website
(When the page loads you might have to scroll down a little bit to see the webcam.)

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Please note, RyG's Cruise Guide does not own nor operate these webcams. I simply providing a link to them and you will be taken to Galveston.com's website. I am not responsible for any of the content shown on the webcams or if there are any technical issues with the webcams.

Carnival Dream FunTimes Activity and Dining Newsletters

8/1/2026

Carnival Dream FunTimes Activity & Dining Newsletters

What are FunTimes? The Carnival Dream's FunTimes are Carnival's daily activity newsletter that give information about activities, events, and dining that occur on the ship through each day of the cruise. These newsletters typically vary by cruise and depend on the cruise director, itinerary, and ship. Please only use these as a general idea of the food, activities, and events that occur onboard.
The Carnival Hub App also displays similar information. If onboard plans changes the Carnival Hub App is usually updated whereas Carnival does not re-print the FunTimes activity newsletters.

Below are links to scanned PDF copies of my Carnival Dream 2026 6 day cruise FunTimes. Follow the link with the name of the cruise day to go to Google Drive. Link will open in a separate window away from RyG's Cruise Guide.

Day 1 Galveston Texas FunTimes
Day 2 Sea Day FunTimes
Day 3 Sea Day/Costa Maya FunTimes
Day 4 Belize FunTimes
Day 5 Cozumel FunTimes
Day 6 Sea Day FunTimes

Onboard events and activities are subject to change. There is not a way to see the exact FunTimes ahead of your cruise, but once you are onboard you can preview all events on the Carnival Hub App and daily should receive a copy of the FunTimes activity newsletter.

Carnival Cruise Dining Room Dinner Menus

7/19/2026

Carnival Cruise Line is implementing new dining room dinner menus on ships throughout 2026. As of July 2026, some ships in the fleet have the new menus. Roll-Out Schedule Note: This post will share some of the new main dining room menus from my July 2026 Carnival Dream cruise which was 6 nights. Not all ships have the new menus yet and therefore you may not see these if depending on the ship you cruise on.
Most items served in the Main Dining Room are complimentary and you can generally have multiple appetizers or desserts if you would like. You can get two main courses complimentary, but any additional courses will cost $5 per main course. Any items that are an additional charge will be reflected on the menu and the charge will be made to your Sail & Sign card onboard spending account.

Last Updated: 7/19/2026

General Reminder Regarding Menus: Please note, menus are subject to change at any time as supplies and staffing can dictate which menu items are able to served. Additionally, please note that the exact presentation & ingredients that come with a certain dish are subject to change. If you have allergies or cannot eat a certain ingredient please consult with Carnival to determine if a dish is suitable for your consumption (it's always better to be safe than sorry so please be careful to avoid a serious allergic reaction or other issue).

Menu 1 - Welcome Aboard Menu
This menu is typically served on the first night of the cruise. Click any menu photo to make it larger!

Carnival Cruise Dining Room Dinner Menus

Menu 2 - First Cruise Elegant Evening
This is the elegant evening (formal night) dining menu for shorter cruises that have one elegant evening. On longer cruises (6+ days) this is the first elegant evening's menu. Lobster is not complimentary on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!

Menu 3
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Menu 4
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Menu 5 - Second Cruise Elegant Evening
These are the new menus for the second elegant evening on longer cruises. Carnival includes lobster tail as one of the included entrees that guests can choose on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!

Menu 6 - Memories and Farewell Menu
Click any menu photo to make it larger!

For more Carnival Cruise Food pictures, tips, & information please check out my Unofficial Carnival Cruise Food Guide:
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Have a great next cruise!

Carnival Cruise Sea Day Brunch New Menu and Food Pictures

7/12/2026

Carnival Cruise Line's Sea Day Brunch is typically offered on days the ship is at sea. The brunch menu offers guests a cross between breakfast favorites and lunch favorites. Carnival Cruise Line has been rolling out new Sea Day Brunch menus to ships during 2026. This post will take a look at Carnival Cruise Line's new 2026 Sea Day Brunch menus.

Below are screenshots of the Sea Day Brunch menu from the Carnival Hub App:

Below are a few food pictures from the new Sea Day Brunch menu:

Cranberry Bear Claw

Cinnamon Roll

Strawberry Scone

Acai Bowl

Classic Cobb Protein Bowl

Breakfast Power Wrap

Carnival Cruise Sea Day Brunch Beef Brisket Hash

Beef Brisket Hash (without eggs)

Dulce De Leche

Oatmeal

Strawberry, Yogurt, Chia Seeds Parfait

Sweet Potato Muffin

Carnival Cruise Sea Day Brunch Chocolate Crossant

Chocolate Crossant & Cinnamon Roll

Superfood Salmon Bowl

Chicken Taco

Crepes

Please keep in mind menus are not available on all ships, especially as the implementation is in progress. Menu offerings and food presentation may vary. If you have allergy or food ingredient concerns please make sure to discuss with Carnival.

Carnival Cruise 2026 Halloween Cruises and Decorating Schedule

6/18/2026

Carnival Cruise Line has released the 2026 Halloween decoration schedule. Each year Carnival Cruise ships hold a variety of Halloween themed events and activities. Carnival has some information about 2026's Frightfully Fun Halloween events and activities, but more information is expected to be released in the coming weeks. See the Carnival Cruise 2026 Halloween decoration schedule below. Please keep in mind this is subject to change.

Carnival Adventure Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Adventure is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 29, 2026 cruise. Additional Halloween sailings include October 8, 12, 16, 19, 27, & 31.

Carnival Breeze Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Breeze is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 1, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Breeze Halloween sailings include October 5, 10, 15, 19, 24, & 29.

Carnival Celebration Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Celebration is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Celebration Halloween sailings include October 4, 11, 18, & 25.

Carnival Conquest Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Conquest is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 1, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Conquest Halloween sailings include October 5, 9, 12, 15, 19, 23, 26, & 29.

Carnival Dream Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Dream is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 3, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Dream Halloween sailings include October 10, 17, & 31.

Carnival Elation Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Elation is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Elation Halloween sailings include October 3, 8, 12, 17, 22, 26, & 31.

Carnival Encounter Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Encounter is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 3, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Encounter Halloween sailings include October 10, 13, 17, 25, & 31.

Carnival Firenze Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Firenze is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Firenze Halloween sailings include October 2, 5, 9, 12, & 19.

Carnival Freedom Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Freedom is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 9, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Freedom Halloween sailings include October 17 & 30.

Carnival Glory Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Glory is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Glory Halloween sailings include 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, & 19.

Carnival Horizon Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Horizon is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 4, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Horizon Halloween sailings include October 10, 18, & 24.

Carnival Jubilee Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Jubilee is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Jubilee Halloween sailings include October 3, 11, 17, 25, & 31.

Carnival Legend Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Legend is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 2, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Legend Halloween sailings include October 11 & 23.

Carnival Liberty Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Liberty is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Liberty Halloween sailings include October 4, 11, 18, & 25.

Carnival Luminosa Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Luminosa is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Luminosa Halloween sailings include October 9.

Mardi Gras Halloween Cruises - The Mardi Gras is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 3, 2026 cruise. Additional Mardi Gras Halloween sailings include October 10, 17, 24, & 31.

Carnival Miracle Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Miracle is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 26, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Miracle Halloween sailings include October 12, 22, & 26.

Carnival Panorama Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Panorama is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 4, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Panorama Halloween sailings include October 10, 18, & 24.

Carnival Paradise Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Paradise is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Paradise Halloween sailings include October 4, 8, 12, 18, 22, & 26.

Carnival Pride Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Pride is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Pride Halloween sailings include October 4, 11, 18, & 25.

Carnival Radiance Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Radiance is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 3, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Radiance sailings include October 11, 25, & 29.

Carnival Spirit Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Spirit is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 8, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Spirit Halloween cruises include October 24, & 31.

Carnival Splendor Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Splendor is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the October 1, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Spirit cruises include October 5, 9, & 12.

Carnival Sunrise Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Sunrise is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Sunrise Halloween cruises include October 3, 8, 17, 22, 26, & 31.

Carnival Sunshine Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Sunshine is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Sunshine Halloween cruises include October 3, 11, 17, 25, & 31.

Carnival Valor Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Valor is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 28, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Valor Halloween cruises include October 3, 8, 12, 17, 22, 26, & 31.

Carnival Venezia Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Venezia is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 29, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Venezia Halloween cruises include October 10 & 18.

Carnival Vista Halloween Cruises - The Carnival Vista is scheduled to be decorated for Halloween and have themed activities starting with the September 27, 2026 cruise. Additional Carnival Vista Halloween cruises include 3, 11, 17, 25, & 31.

Please keep in mind the information here is subject to change. The information was obtained from John Heald, Carnival's Brand Ambassaor, on a Facebook post in June 2026.

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