09/12/2026
Exciting news!
Please note following sailings are now available for booking: Carnival Tropicale - 4, 5, 6 & 8 day Galveston April 2028- April 2029
CARNIVAL TROPICALE RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN, SETTING SAIL FROM GALVESTON IN 2028
Everything is bigger in Texas, and beginning April 15, 2028, Carnival Tropicale will bring a whole new level of fun to Galveston. As the newest ship sailing from Texas, Carnival Tropicale will proudly display the Star of Texas on her bow, honoring her connection to the Lone Star State. The ship will offer four-, five-, six- and eight-day cruises to connect guests to Carnival's exclusive Paradise Collection destinations, including Celebration Key, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, Isla Tropicale and Puerta Maya, as well as popular Caribbean ports like Progreso and Nassau.
A New Take on Family Fun
Carnival Tropicale is the fifth and final ship in the Excel class, offering guests the class’s newest features for experiencing Carnival’s signature fun at sea. One of the ship’s highlights will be Sunsation Point, a vibrant, multi-deck family fun zone designed to keep guests entertained from day to night. This area is anchored by Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, the most family-friendly water park at sea, featuring six waterslides, including SunSoaker, Turning Tides, Racing Currents and splash areas designed for younger cruisers.
Guests can also enjoy a variety of outdoor and indoor activities, including a redesigned Fairway 66 Mini Golf course inspired by Route 66, sports courts, the Treehouse Adventure Trail, featuring netted pathways and obstacles, and new arcade spaces, such as The Vault Retrocade, which blends classic favorites with modern gaming experiences. As the sun sets, the excitement continues with special evening activities and extended waterpark hours.
The Next Course of Flavors
The fun continues at the table, where Carnival Tropicale will feature The Next Course of dining concepts, bringing flavors from around the world. Guests will be able to enjoy Uku Lei Lei, offering Hawaiian-inspired cuisine with Asian influences; Fetaccine, blending Greek and Italian flavors; and Emeril’s Coastal Seafood, showcasing seafood dishes inspired by America’s coastlines and created in partnership with Carnival’s Chief Culinary Officer Chef Emeril Lagasse.
Inspired by the Golden Era of Show Businesses
Carnival Tropciale will also introduce new entertainment experiences and exclusive spaces inspired by the golden era of show business. Additional details about the ship’s entertainment and other experiences will be revealed in the months ahead, giving guests more to look forward.
Who is ready to secure a stateroom for 2028 or 2029?