Every three to five years, carnival cruise lines cruise ships go into dry dock for not only routine maintenance, and also to have new features and upgrades added. At the staggering cost of usd 155 million, this really extreme makeover produced a brand new carnival ship in 20. On carnival sunshine, some of the additions were fun ship 2. To be renovated as part of carnivals multibillion dollar ship enhancement programme, the vessel will enter dry dock on 1 march 2019 and stay there for two months. Spend your days in the warm rays and enjoy all the fun a cruise ship has to offer. But, in 20, the carnival destiny entered drydock and became the all new carnival sunshine. Carnival triumph to become carnival sunrise after refit. Multistory sunshine atrium is a central meeting area and great peoplewatching hangout.
Many of carnival cruise lines latest concepts are in full. Carnival may focus on refurbs rather than new ships. The newly refurbished carnival spirit returns to sydney. With two of her four sisters, she is operated by carnival cruise line. See more ideas about cruise, carnival and cruise vacation. Comprehensive tour of carnival spirit after 2018 refurbishment. In 20, she entered drydock to become the cruise industrys biggest refurbishment project.
Carnival cruise passengers scream in terror as caribbean. Carnival sunshine interior category cruise deck plans. The transformed ship has been renamed the carnival sunshine. This video features the drydock crew and the folks that are helping the.
For those who do not already know, in this massive most complex ship refurbishment ever carnival has taken its first post 100,000ton ship, the carnival destiny built in 1996, and is remaking into a ship so radically different they decided to give it a new name, carnival sunshine. Carnival victory spa deck plan tour cruise deck plans. Our professionally researched guide will let you know we even give you an overview of the best and worst cabins on carnival sunshine. She left for cadiz on 4 march 2020 after her final voyage as carnival victory. Carnival sunshine cruise ship pictures 2020 cruise critic. This is a major refurbishment and the name of the ship will be changed to carnival radiance. Carnival sunshine refurbished, remodeled and remarkable. Major makeovers for older cruise ships miami herald. Carnival to renovate carnival victory as carnival radiance. Carnival sunshine complete ship and port tour in 4k. The following is a listing of all the cabins we have pictures or videos for on this deck for this ship and also on the sister ships.
Carnival cruises cruise deals on carnival sunshine. Is a carnival sunshine cruise right for your next family. Aboard the carnival sunshine call it the most ambitious overhaul of a cruise ship in the modern era. Carnival cruise line announces major dry dock makeover for. Carnival victory transformed to carnival radiance in 2020. Find out which fun ingredients staterooms, dining, activities go into each deck. Carnival victory deck plan tour of staterooms, suites, cabins and public spaces on the promenade deck. On carnival sunshine, everything the sunlight touches has been drenched with an extra dose of fun. Formerly known as carnival destiny, this ship was transformed into the carnival sunshine in 20. Carnival sunshine stateroom pictures and descriptions on.
Browse over 3,611 expert photos and member pictures of the carnival sunshine cruise ship. View carnival sunshine cabin 7188 pictures, location on the ship, and, learn about cabin 7188s amenities and features. Carnival also made a donation to the organisation as part of the naming festivities. Carnival sunrise will be the new sunshineclass cruise ship to enter service with. Carnival sunshine formerly carnival destiny is the lead ship of the sunshine class cruise ship of cruise ships. Browse all 36 types of carnival sunshine cabins and staterooms.
Updated carnival cruise lines ship dry dock schedule and. Please note that the staterooms shown below are samples only. During the 11day refurbishment of the tui cruises ship mein schiff 4 done in marseille france trimline uk interior outfitting company working with cm design and aisslinger transformed two restaurants, a lounge and a bar the ships cafe lounge had a full renovation and is now operating as a daytonight french bistro. We are already dense, says ben clement, carnival cruise lines senior vice president for new builds, ship refurbishment and product. The ship will join carnival s sunshine class and will be named carnival sunrise after a twomonthlong refurbishment that will take place in cadiz, spain. Carnival sunshine dry dock 2018 carnival cruise lines. Carnival cruise line ships and itineraries 2020, 2021, 2022. Carnivan sunshine complete ship and port tour youtube. But thanks to its latest refurbishment in february 2016, it now contains modern features like the waterworks. The refurbishment includes many new upgrades like the adultsonly serenity relaxation area with three decks, plenty of recliners, and a soothing waterfall. Carnival sunrise will be the new sunshine class cruise ship to enter service with carnival cruise lines, a brand of carnival corporation.
If you didnt already know, the carnival magic will move to port canaveral in midapril. The latest in a video series that showcases the unprecedented refurbishment of the carnival sunshine focuses on the more than 3,000 workers who hail from 40 different countries from around the globe. Click on any highlighted link to view pictures andor videos video available. After the 49day drydock at fincantieri is completed, the ship will be renamed carnival sunshine. Jul 23, 20 aboard the carnival sunshine call it the most ambitious overhaul of a cruise ship in the modern era. The interior was stripped down, and then built back up as a brand new ship. Carnival magic refurbishment adds and expands new dining and beverage options. Carnival sunshine was the worlds largest ship in terms of weight. Balcony ss suite spa accommodations include private access, special amenities and priority reservations at the cloud 9 spa. Carnival sunrise will join the carnival sunshine class as a sister to. The last of the original destinytriumph class ships from carnival cruise line will undergo a major dry dock in 2020. Charleston was the nearest port so carnival sunshine was the only choice.
Latest carnival sunshine video highlights efforts of 3,000. See what 68 cruisers had to say about their carnival sunshine cruises. I have been on 10 other cruises on other lines but decided to try carnival and so far so good. Carnival sunshine is undergoing a dry dock at the grand bahama shipyard in freeport, bahamas. Carnival pride is a spiritclass ship that debuted in 2002. See photos, deck plans, staterooms, onboard activities, and itinerary options.
The trick to making a 180,000ton carnival cruise ship feel cozy. The carnival victory will go into dry dock for 38 days on march 18, 2020 and when she emerges, shell be loaded with new enhancements to dining, entertainment and activities and be sporting the new name of carnival radiance. The ship is being updated over two weeks and will be ready to sail from port canaveral on october 21. I will be building sunshine, and you can see my progress so far in the youtube video above. Carnival sunshine cruise day 1 embarkation and exploring the ship duration.
One of several videos posted to social media friday morning shows the allision of carnival cruise ships glory and legend in cozumel, mexico. Carnival paradise features a funpacked vacation with fresh new updates both indoors and out, so you can enjoy a slice of cruise ship paradise at sea. Formerly the carnival destiny, it went to dry dock where it was stretched, had decks added, and was. It shows the carnival vista being loaded, moved, and then unloaded from the facility. Carnival sunshine cruise ship information cruisesonly. The ship will join carnival s sunshine class and will be named carnival sunrise after a twomonthlong refurbishment that will take place in cadiz, spain, starting march 1. This cruise ship features incredibly fun onboard spaces inspired by elements of fantasy. Nov 26, 2015 the carnival sunshine has an amazing story. Sunrises twomonthlong refurbishment will begin march 1. On 16 october 2018, carnival cruise line announced that the ship will enter drydock on 18 march 2020 in cadiz, spain. Carnival sunrise cruise ship, united states of america.
Surveillance video showed smook climb over the balconys railing before falling into the water. Use the carnival hub app to share your cruise countdown with friends, then explore and book shore excursions, spa treatments, drink packages and more restricted for adults. Carnival magic refurbishment adds tasty and fun hotspots. When industry giant carnival took the 2,642passenger carnival destiny out of service. We talk with gus antorcha, chief operating officer at carnival cruise line about the refurbishment, and contributor richard simms stops by to give some insight. Carnival sunshine cruise ship, 2020, 2021 and 2022 carnival. Carnival replaced the elevators, airconditioning units, electrical stations and laundry machines. The color scheme in the standard cabins is a bit dated and the carpets are worn but the layout remains functional. Wavy the newly renovated carnival sunrise departed from norfolk monday evening on a 7day caribbean cruise the 893 foot long cruise ship docked at the decker half moone cruise. Is carnival sunshine stateroom 7188 underneath a noisy disco, or, in a hightraffic area. One of australias favourite ships, the carnival spirit, returned this morning after a twoweek dry dock in singapore where shes been fitted out with some amazing new features after 350,000 manhours, these are some of the cool features onboard.
Invite them all to come enjoy the vacation that this cruise ship is proud to offer. Updated by erica lamberg, cruise critic contributor. The most extensivelyexpensive of all ever was the carnival destinys drydock refittransformation. Built by fincantieri at its monfalcone shipyard in friulivenezia giulia, northern italy, she was christened. After a massive refurbishment from march 18 to april 26, 2020, that encompasses most aspects of the cruise ship carnival victory, the vessel will be renamed carnival radiance. Carnival glory is a conquestclass cruise ship operated by carnival cruise line. Please visit carnival s website for a complete list of cruises offered on the carnival sunshine. Programs biggest part was the carnival destinycarnival sunshine transformation in 20 usd 155 million, 49day drydock refit refurbishment. Carnival cruise line celebrates christening of carnival. Take a look at these photos of the newly refurbished cabins on carnival triumph. Launched in 1990, the 2,056passenger carnival fantasy is the fleets oldest ship. Carnival destiny transfroms to carnival sunshine, biggest. Download yearround carnival radiance cruise ship itinerary in a single pdf file for the season 20202021 sailings. The carnival sunshine sails various itineraries from various ports including.
Carnival horizon cruise ships carnival cruise line. Carnival sunshine cruise accommodations, staterooms and suites. Carnival sunshine became the cruise industrys biggest refurbishment to date. Live from the carnival sunshine carnival cruise lines. Just like a delicious cake, your ship is made of layers. Challenge your friends to a game, or just see if you can beat the top score. But before the,000ton ship heads to a new home on floridas space coast, the carnival magic will undergo a multimillion dollar renovation and refurbishment. This cabin was fully exposed to outside temperature on 2. I asked the captain specifically about a seafood shack as i loved it on the vista and his reply was exactly one year from today well be in dry dock and well be adding the seafood shack. When the time comes, you may also checkin and obtain your boarding documents.
Carnival triumph getting new restaurants, bars and. The ceremony also included a speech with us tv host and longtime carnival partner kathie lee gifford. Video arcade onboard video games carnival cruise line. The following is a listing of all the cabins we have pictures or videos for on this ship and also on the sister ships. The hull and much of the technical equipment are left over from the destiny, the worlds largest cruise ship when it was delivered in 1996, but its public spaces have been brought into the 21st century.
So get some tokens from the vending machine and let the fun times begin. Actual cabin decor, details and layout may vary by stateroom category and type. The balcony partitions can be opened between some staterooms see specific stateroom below to see if the balcony partition does connect with a specific stateroom. The new creative studio named soulplay is a space for the entire family to let lose their creative flair. Carnival sunrise and carnival radiance will join her class in april 2019 and april 2020 respectively. The 3,002passenger sunshine was the first in the fleet to receive fun ship 2. Carnival sunrise cruise ships carnival cruise line. Carnival sunshine passengers frightened by sudden listing. Workers have been busy onboard before the transformation into carnival sunrise dry dock has even begun.
Virtual tour of carnival sunshine unveiled crew center. I will be building sunshine, and you can see my progress so far in the youtube video. Carnival sunshine cruise ship, 2020, 2021 and 2022. If you are interested in the old carnival destiny, that ship is also available on my page.
Hello all, i was on the sunshine in october 2017 and was told the dry dock for october 2018 would contain adding a seafood shack. As the sun shines on the carnival sunshine you can find passengers laughing, smiling and screaming in delight as they are climbing in the ropes course, sliding down a giant waterslide or cheering on their favorite team at the ea sports bar. Carnival sunshine, formerly carnival destiny, is currently homeported at port canaveral, florida, and is the lead ship of the destinyclass of cruise ships. Carnival sunshine built 1996 as carnival destiny, renamed sunshine after a major refit and refurbishment in 20, last refurbished in 2018 october is the first of two converted carnival ships in the sunshineclass with sistership carnival sunrise former triumph. Browse over 106 expert photos and member pictures of the carnival sunshine cruise ship. Carnival sunshine ship details, destinations, deck plans and more. Carnival sunshine sh stateroom descriptions deck 8. Find out where the ship is located at the exact date with arrival and departure times. When the sun sets on the carnival sunshine, a whole different kind of fun emerges. This is my 2nd cruise on carnival with my 1st being on the fantasy last year.
The carnival sunshine went to drydock 100718 102018, according to goccl. The 102,853ton, 3,006guest carnival sunshine, formerly the carnival destiny, was transformed after a multimilliondollar refurbishment in 20 and now offers a myriad of updated features and a variety of fun ship 2. Cabins on carnival sunshine are generally sized well and offer ample storage space. See 0 candid traveler photos of the dining, entertainment, bars, fitness, kids areas and more. Carnival glory was first drydocked in november 2012 for refurbishment. Carnival cruise lines carnival sunshine went through a fun ship 2. As you prepare for your vacation, download the ultimate cruise app.
Newly renovated carnival sunrise makes its debut in norfolk. It will also feature a warehouse, which will have different video and arcade games. View information on the carnival sunshine and discover what it offers. When we say that carnival miracle takes you to another world, we mean that in every sense. The minecraft carnival sunshine is just as amazing as the real life ship. When i first heard that carnival cruise line was going to transform the nearly 20year old carnival destiny into a totally new and contemporary ship, i had my doubts. She came out of drydock with all 25 of carnivalss funship 2. Ccl carnival radiance cruise itinerary 2020 2021 and. Carnival pride is a treat for your eyes, your taste buds and of course, your fun buds.