Carnival Expands 2026/27 Cruise Offerings
Carnival Cruise Line is broadening its 2026/27 cruise schedule with more voyages from New York City aboard Carnival Venezia and additional departures from Long Beach on Carnival Firenze and Carnival Radiance.
Cruises Departing from New York City
Carnival Venezia is set to provide a selection of cruises lasting between four and eight days from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal during the 2026 season. Bermuda remains a favorite destination with four itineraries offering one-, two-, and three-day stays. Guests interested in Canada can embark on a five-day cruise stopping in Saint John and Halifax. Those wishing to travel to the Caribbean can select itineraries visiting Nassau, Half Moon Cay, and Grand Turk, including voyages featuring Carnival’s new exclusive destination, Celebration Key. Before its seasonal service from New York, the ship will move from Port Canaveral in March, embarking on an 11-day Carnival Journeys cruise that stops at Celebration Key, Aruba, Curacao, and St. Thomas before reaching New York.
“Our two Carnival Fun Italian Style ships offer great options from the east and west coasts, conveniently connecting New York and Long Beach to popular destinations, while delivering unique experiences on board. Additionally, Carnival Radiance’s itineraries for 2026/27 offer something for every type of traveler – from quick weekend escapes to two-week adventures exploring Hawaii.”
Fred Stein
Vice president of itinerary planning for Carnival Cruise Line
Exciting Long Beach Departures
Carnival unveils an extensive lineup of short cruises to Mexico from Long Beach for Carnival Firenze’s 2026/27 schedule. Three-day weekend cruises, leaving on Fridays, will visit the lively port of Ensenada, Mexico. The four-day trips, starting on Mondays, will stop at Catalina Island and Ensenada.
Carnival Radiance’s Diverse Itinerary
Carnival Radiance’s 2026/27 schedule features various Mexican Riviera cruises and multiple Carnival Journeys cruises to Hawaii. Mexico-bound cruises include three- and four-day Baja Mexico trips stopping at Ensenada and Catalina Island, plus five- and six-day cruises featuring Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada. A special eight-day journey explores Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, and La Paz. Seven notable 14-day Carnival Journeys to Hawaii are available, visiting Maui, Oahu, Kauai, and Hawaii.
Year-Round Sailings on Carnival Panorama
Carnival Panorama also offers year-round sailings from Long Beach during 2026/27, with voyages to Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, and La Paz. Carnival operates more cruises from California than any other line, with three ships running year-round from Long Beach and seasonal departures from San Francisco.
YOU ASKED…
What ships are involved in Carnival’s 2026/27 expansion?
The expansion features Carnival Venezia, Carnival Firenze, and Carnival Radiance, with additional sailings from Carnival Panorama.
What destinations are offered from New York on Carnival Venezia?
Carnival Venezia offers cruises visiting Bermuda, Canada (Saint John and Halifax), and the Caribbean, including a new destination, Celebration Key.
What are the highlights of Carnival Radiance’s schedule?
Carnival Radiance offers Mexican Riviera cruises and multiple 14-day Carnival Journeys to Hawaii, visiting Maui, Oahu, Kauai, and Hawaii.
Which Mexican ports are included in Carnival Firenze’s itineraries?
Carnival Firenze’s itineraries include stops at Ensenada and Catalina Island, with longer trips visiting Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, and La Paz.
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