Carnival

Dream big. A little bigger. Bigger still. Now, welcome onboard Carnival Spirit – the newest, largest ship to call Australia home year round. With 12 decks of action and relaxation and over 40 activities each day there is something for everyone. Take the plunge on Green Thunder – the steepest, fastest waterslide at sea, kick back and relax in the child-free Serenity retreat or pamper yourself at the Day Spa. Or do nothing at all. You decide!

Carnival Spirit offers a range of 8-13 day cruises sailing from Sydney and Melbourne to enticing destinations in the Pacific Islands and New Zealand and 3-7 day Australian coastal cruises.

 

Founded: 1972

 

2012/13 Fleet & Pax

  • 24 ships including Carnival Spirit sailing from Australia: 2,124 pax

 

Demographic

  • Fun loving Aussie couples and families, aged 30-55, who are easy going, are ready to have a go and eager to try something new

 

Language & Onboard Currency

  • Language: English
  • Currency: AU$

 

Destinations

  • Carnival Spirit: Pacific Islands, New Zealand and the Australian coastline
  • Other Carnival Cruises: Mexico, Caribbean, Bahamas, Europe

 

Accommodation

  • Variety of spacious & contemporary accommodation
  • Carnival Spirit has more balcony cabins (over half the cabins onboard) than any other home-ported cruise ship sailing year round from Australia
  • Interconnecting and quad balcony cabins – perfect for families!

 

Dining & Beverages

  • 4 restaurants offering local & international cuisine
  • La Playa Restaurant – casual dining with international cuisine from 10 food stations
  • Empire Restaurant – three course fine dining – Set and open dining times available
  • Nouveau* – speciality restaurant offering the finest food and an extensive wine list
  • Fat Jimmy’s C-Side BBQ – where Aussie BBQ meets Southern American cook-out
  • Tempting pastries and coffee at the cafe*
  • Unlimited Pizza and Ice Cream 24/7
  • 24 hour room service*

 

Entertainment

  • 16 bars and lounges including Night Club, Casino, Sports Bar, Piano Bar and Jazz Club
  • The Punchliner Comedy Club featuring Aussie comedians
  • SuperStar Live Karaoke – sing out your favourite song, backed by a live band
  • Main show lounge featuring full-scale International live shows
  • Over 40 different activities to choose from every day

 

Ship Facilities

  • 16 bars and lounges
  • 3 swimming pools and 4 heated spas
  • Carnival WaterWorks with a splash park, Twister Waterslide and Green Thunder – the steepest, fastest waterslide at sea
  • Large, open-air, child-free Serenity area with a pool, spa, bar and sun beds
  • Two-deck fitness centre, mini golf, sports court and jogging track with 360° views
  • Luxurious day spa with massages, pedicures & more*
  • Library and Internet Cafe

 

Children’s Facilities

  • Fun, youth programs for kids aged 2-17 years
  • Onboard babysitting and Infant care available*
  • Night Owls Program* – late night activities for kids aged 2-11 years

 

Cruise Price Inclusions

  • Onboard main meals and snacks
  • Live entertainment and stage shows
  • Full schedule of onboard activities
  • Use of ship’s pools, water park, fitness centre and sporting equipment
  • Child-free Serenity area
  • Award winning youth programs
  • Port taxes