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Carnival Jubilee Review | Excel Class Cruise Ship from Galveston (2025)

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Caribbean · 7 nightsFrom GalvestonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I spent 7 days on board testing everything from $15 roller coasters to cocktails with squid ink.

The entertainment was the highlight of my cruise.

This ship has the best bar lineup I've seen at sea.

Specialty dining was where Jubilee really impressed.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get to the piano bar early to avoid standing for hours.
Consider renting a cabana at Loft 19 on port days for half price.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Lower deck feeling cheapIt felt like the best seat in the house, close to entertainment and with balcony views.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Carnival Jubilee just a party ship?
QWhat is the full experience like on Carnival's newest Excel Class ship?

Topics Covered

Service Crew2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness3 Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Galveston4 Happy Bacon
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Carnival Jubilee review – Carnival’s newest Excel Class ship sailing from Galveston, Texas in 2025. Full tour including cabins, food, bars, entertainment, spa, Loft 19, and more. Carnival Jubilee Review | Excel Class Cruise Ship from Galveston (2025) Welcome aboard the Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line’s newest Excel Class ship sailing from Galveston, Texas. In this full Carnival Jubilee review, I’ll take you through every part of the ship — from cabins and dining to bars, entertainment, the spa, and Loft 19. 🚢 Ship Overview Launched in December 2023, the Carnival Jubilee is bigger, bolder, and packed with more amenities than Carnival’s earlier ships. This 7-day Western Caribbean cruise departs year-round from Galveston, and it’s already becoming one of the most popular Carnival cruises of 2025. 🍔 Food & Restaurants     •    Big Chicken (Shaq’s fried chicken spot)     •    Guy’s Burger Joint 🍔     •    Pig & Anchor Smokehouse 🍖     •    Chibang & Cucina del Capitano     •    Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse 🥩     •    Bonsai Sushi & Teppanyaki 🍣 Plus desserts like Carnival’s legendary Chocolate Melting Cake! 🍹 Bars & Drinks This ship has some of Carnival’s best bars:     •    Dr. Inks, Ph.D (famous bubble cocktails)     •    The Golden Mermaid ✨     •    Alchemy Bar 🍸     •    Piano Bar sing-alongs 🎹     •    Red Frog Tiki Bar 🌴 🎭 Entertainment From high-energy production shows like Texas Tailgate and Rio Carnival, to comedy clubs, karaoke, live bands, and 80’s parties — there’s never a dull moment onboard. 🛏️ Cabin Tour We stayed in a Cloud 9 Spa balcony cabin with special access to the thermal suite — a must for anyone who loves to relax in saunas, steam rooms, and heated loungers. 🏖️ Pools & Relaxation     •    Serenity adults-only retreat 🌊     •    Loft 19 luxury cabanas (worth it on port days!)     •    Main pool deck with Red Frog Tiki Bar     •    Ropes course, mini golf, and even the Bolt roller coaster 🎢 💆 Spa & Wellness The Cloud 9 Spa is one of the best features of Jubilee, with a thermal suite, salt room, and relaxing lounges. ⚓ Ports of Call This cruise included Cozumel — where we chose to enjoy Loft 19 onboard instead of leaving the ship! ✨ If you’re planning a Carnival Jubilee cruise from Galveston, this video will give you all the details you need: cabins, food, drinks, entertainment, tips, and honest opinions. 👍 If you enjoyed this review, please give it a like and hit subscribe for more cruise reviews, hotel tours, and travel vlogs. I have more Carnival cruises in 2026 already booked — so come along for the adventure! #️⃣ Hashtags #CarnivalJubilee #CarnivalCruise #CruiseReview #CarnivalJubilee2025 #GalvestonCruise