The line suggests cocktail dresses, pantsuits, elegant skirts and blouses for women. Dress slacks, dress shirts and sport coats (optional) are suitable for men. This is an opportunity for passengers to get dolled up to their liking. Carnival also hosts "Cruise Elegant" nights, once during a short cruise and twice on longer sailings. Both men and women can wear jeans, as long as they're not cutoff.
During the day, T-shirts, shorts, bathing suit cover-ups and flip-flops prevail.Įvening: At night, the dress code translates to T-shirts with khaki pants or shorts for men and billowy blouses with shorts or casual sundresses for women. Just click the button and that thin crust Hawaiian you've been craving will be delivered to you (for a fee) to wherever you are on the ship, night or day, in a pizza box - now that’s what we call service!ĭaytime: "Cruise Casual" is how Carnival describes its dress code. Top tip: not many people realize it, but the Hub even has a pizza delivery service. But you can also manage your account on the app, book shore excursions and even interact with the ship’s performers. It has all the obvious info like weather forecasts, deck plans and an updated version of what’s on where and when. While cruisers still receive the nightly Fun Times newsletter in their staterooms, the app offers so much more. It's also worth noting, the new Carnival Hub app is an extremely fun (and useful) addition to Valor. presidents, landmarks and major events you can identify in the artwork - keep your eyes peeled for the Apollo 11 moonwalk! Passing through the atrium, hallways and lounges almost feels like a scavenger hunt. Floors and cocktail tables are American flag print, and the trim is decked out with tiny Liberty Bells. Unlike some of the line's older ships that flaunt trippy colors and sculptures, Carnival Valor doesn't come across as ostentatious. Every crew member - from the cabin stewards and guest services receptionists to the bartenders and waiters - embodied the line's "Fun Ship" culture and made sure everyone was satisfied and having a good time.Īnother reason we fell in love with this ship? Its decor pays tribute to American history in a fun, creative way. The service is also some of the friendliest and most attentive we've experienced on a mainstream cruise ship. All ages and backgrounds come together at the main pool, outdoor movie nights and various deck games like Ping-Pong and cornhole (beanbag toss). Friends can let loose, families can bond and couples can play without the ship ever feeling like a spring break party or playground. One of Carnival Valor's most appealing attributes is that it doesn't seem to draw one particular type of traveler over another. Those who've sailed on the ship before also will notice the new Cherry on Top candy shop and changes to the kids' club.
The line's much-loved Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina are now open for lunch, while the BlueIguana Tequila Bar, RedFrog Rum Bar, RedFrog Pub and Alchemy Bar serve even more flowing drinks from morning to night. Many of its bars and restaurants were added during a May 2016 refurb - part of Carnival's $500 million Fun Ship 2.0 investment. And when the ship’s heading from one region to the other, we take the opportunity to sail unique Transpacific itineraries that stop in spots like Fiji, Tahiti, Hawaii, Japan and more.The 2,980-passenger ship stands out among its fleetmates with port-intensive itineraries (one sea day versus two on a five-night sailing, for example), and, like its fleetmates, embraces the "no shoes, no shirt, no problems" mantra with multiple pools, Tiki-style bars, a three-deck-high water slide and handful of complimentary dining options. So when you choose to sail on Carnival Luminosa, can we just say… great choice! There’s just one more decision to make: is Australia or Alaska more your cruising style? We ask because this world-traveling ship will kick things off with a season of sailings from Australia with plenty of itinerary options… before heading to Seattle in 2023 for a summer of Alaska cruises. And when you’re indoors, you can still expect great views and lots of natural light - the ship was built with plenty of windows. Guests setting sail on Carnival Luminosa can expect hospitality and fun that's pure, unmistakable Carnival, with so many fan-favorite onboard features like the flavors of Alchemy Bar ®, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse ™ and RedFrog ® Rum Bar the entertainment of Playlist Productions ™, Piano Bar 88 and The Punchliner ™ Comedy Club plus the relaxation of Cloud 9 Spa ™ and Serenity ™. Carnival Luminosa ® is new to the Carnival fleet… and we’d say this ship is all set to make a first impression.