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Carnival Festivale News: Bookings Now Open plus New Ship Features Revealed!

thiscruiselife
thiscruiselife
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👁️ 5K views📅 10 months ago⏱️ 7:04
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Transatlantic · Spring · 15 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's a super unique itinerary and we're betting that this sailing is going to sell out fast.

Carnival Festival will be powered by LG and will feature guest favorites from the Excel class.

Carnival promises 70% more interconnecting cabins than our sisters, helping groups and families stay connected throughout the cruise.

The new Carnival Festival is made to change how you enjoy vacation, one beat at a time.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the first sailing from Southampton on May 2, 2027, as it's a unique itinerary and may sell out fast.
Reach out via text or email to get booked on the Carnival Festivale.
Stay tuned for construction updates, ship walkthroughs, and deck plan overviews.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the details of Carnival's newest ship, Carnival Festivale?
QWhen do bookings open for Carnival Festivale?
QWhat are the new features and zones on Carnival Festivale?

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Port Highlights

Funchal4 Happy Bacon
Grand Turk4 Happy Bacon
La Coruña3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

It’s official: Carnival’s newest Excel-class ship, Carnival Festivale, just opened for bookings at midnight EST on August 13, 2025. We’ve got all the details you need to know! In this quick update, we break down everything you need to know: - First sailing: May 2, 2027 — a 15-day transatlantic from Southampton to Port Canaveral - Ports 🌍: La Coruña, Vigo, Funchal (Madeira), Tenerife, Grand Turk - Ship highlights: LNG-powered, capacity up to 6,400 guests, 70% more interconnecting cabins for families - Music everywhere! Two all-new immersive zones: Studio 724 and The Festival (featuring Pizza Palooza + Rhythm and Rolls Deli) - Sunsation Point 🌞: Six waterslides (including SunSoaker & Turning Tides), splash pads, mini-golf, arcade, and night water-park hours - Fan-favorite eats: Guy’s Burger Joint, Big Chicken, BlueIguana, Pig & Anchor, plus specialty dining We’ve sailed every Excel-class ship for Carnival Cruise Line and will be on board the very first voyage for Carnival Festivale! Over the next year and a half, we’ll be bringing you construction updates, deck plan overviews, ship tours, and more as we count down to 2027. 📅 Booking tip: This is a rare itinerary and we expect it to sell fast. If you’re ready to cross the Atlantic Ocean on Carnival’s newest ship, reach out to Rocky to secure your spot! ➡ https://thiscruiselife.com/travel 💡 Don’t miss a beat — SUBSCRIBE now and hit the notification bell for all the latest Carnival Festivale news. #carnivalfestivale #carnivalcruise #cruisenews #cruisetips #transatlanticcruise #excelclass