7 BIG Changes Coming to Carnival Cruise Line in 2026 — watch before your cruise!
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Although people should not expect a brand new ship in 2026, as Carnival Festival isn't scheduled to enter service until 2027, Carnival is making some big changes that will impact the overall guest experience.
Starting on June 1st, 2026, Carnival Cruise Line will no longer base guest loyalty tier progression on the number of nights sailed.
Now, Carnival cruisers who achieve diamond status by May 31st of 2026 will retain their status for life in the Carnival Rewards program.
Carnival Horizon, for example, will embark in a 13-day Carnival Journeys sailing from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, Florida on June 15th, 2026.
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