Everything New on Carnival Encounter After Dry Dock
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Carnival Encounter is back after dry dock - but what has actually changed?
This was not a complete overhaul. This was just a minor refresh with a few additions
One of the biggest upgrades to encounter is the addition of a Cloud9 thermal spa with brand new thermal suites
I think it's nice to have a little bit more of that Australiana impact or feel in these ships
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Carnival Encounter is back after dry dock - but what has actually changed? In this first look, I step onboard Carnival Encounter following her latest refurbishment to uncover what’s new, what’s been refreshed, and what hasn’t changed as much as you might expect. From the brand new Bonsai Sushi Express and updated Cloud 9 Spa thermal suites, to refreshed spaces like The Pantry, pools, and more - this is your complete guide to the ship after its latest updates. Carnival has made it clear that this wasn’t a full transformation, with much of the work happening behind the scenes - but there are still some noticeable improvements that will impact your onboard experience. So whether you’ve already sailed on Carnival Encounter or you’re considering booking your first cruise, this video will give you a clear, honest look at what to expect in 2026. If you’re planning a cruise from Australia, or just love keeping up with the latest cruise news, ship updates, and onboard reviews, make sure you’re subscribed for more. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛳️ My website hosts one of the world's most powerful cruise search engines where you can research and even book your next cruise or land holiday. Take a look here: www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🛒 Shop my Amazon Cruise Essentials here: https://www.thecruiseandtravelguy.com.au/cruise-essentials - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🤳🏼 Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/thecruiseandtravelguy www.instragram.com/adrianthecruiseandtravelguy Music by Master Planned Music 0:00 Introduction 0:36 Bonsai Sushi 0:58 The Pantry 1:48 Cloud 9 Thermal Suite 3:03 Pool Decks and Edge 4:19 General Efficiency 5:15 Cabins 6:26 Kids Clubs