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It's one thing to be fun, but it's another thing to be first. Carnival Dream was at the forefront of a recent wave of amazingly innovative and fun Carnival ships. As the genesis of the Dream class, Carnival Dream set the direction for the ships that followed in her footsteps — first Carnival Magic and then Carnival Breeze. But back to Carnival Dream: the ship itself is a unique experience with the way-fun RedFrog Rum Bar ® and the very cool BlueIguana Tequila Bar ™ . Get your appetite ready, because you're gonna need it. Carnival Dream features two dual-level dining rooms, a gourmet steakhouse and dedicated sushi spot Bonsai Sushi ™ . It's also got a full menu of our latest and greatest casual spots for a bite: BlueIguana Cantina ™ , Pizzeria del Capitano, Guy's Burger Joint ™ and Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse ™ . (That's Guy as in Guy Fieri, by the way — so you know the food's delish.) Carnival Dream also features the borderline-magical Alchemy Bar ® and Ocean Plaza, which combines tasty treats with perhaps even tastier entertainment. Entertainment options are all up and down the ship, and so is soaking-wet fun, from the heart-racing waterslide action at Carnival WaterWorks ™ to the soul-soothing Thalassotherapy pool at the Cloud 9 Spa ™ . Despite its name, Carnival Dream is definitely a reality. Can't believe it? Pinch yourself... and book your dream cruise today.

• 130,000 Gross Tonnage
• 3646 Guest Capacity
• 1004 Length In Feet
• 1367 Onboard Crew

INSIDE THIS SHIP

Just like a delicious cake, your ship is made of layers. Find out which fun ingredients — staterooms, dining, activities — go into each deck.

YOUR STATEROOM

Cloud 9 spa interior.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa ™ staterooms and suites:

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
• Unlimited use of Hydrotherapy Pool
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded ELEMIS in-stateroom toiletries

Plus, every room includes:

• Dedicated stateroom attendant
• Soft, cozy linens
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• In-room safe for valuables
• Stateroom climate control

Interior with Picture Window (Walkway View)

Every room includes:

Interior Upper/Lower (Porthole)

Interior upper/lower, cloud 9 spa ocean view (walkway view).

The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Deluxe Ocean View

On Carnival Dream, Deluxe Ocean View staterooms are a great choice for families who want to let the sun shine in as they sail. Rooms of this type feature great views, a full bathroom — plus a separate washroom — and while stateroom configurations vary, certain Deluxe Ocean View rooms have space to sleep up to five cruisers.

Deluxe Ocean View (Obstructed View)

On Carnival Dream, Deluxe Ocean View staterooms are great for families. These rooms feature a full bathroom — plus a separate washroom — and while stateroom configurations vary, certain Deluxe Ocean View rooms have space to sleep up to five. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Premium Vista Balcony

Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Dream, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea — and yes, take in even more of that sunshine.

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important — take the ocean breeze in, then let it out — you're already getting the hang of the whole spa thing!

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon Carnival Dream's gentle wake from your spacious balcony.

Balcony (Large Balcony)

We designed Carnival Dream Balcony staterooms for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, and this stateroom features a balcony that's even wider than our standard balcony. Enjoy the extra outdoor space, along with all the standard Carnival stateroom amenities.

Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Dream. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.

Cove Balcony

Love the sea? Carnival Dream's Cove Balcony staterooms are the best way to see the sea — these rooms get you close to the waterline, and feature balconies that let you make the most of your location. Enjoy things from a whole new perspective: one amazing up-close view of the wake and seafoam as the ship cruises along.

Grand Suite

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Dream features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Amenities exclusive to suites:

• Priority check-in and boarding
• Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
• Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 Am
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattress

Cloud 9 Spa Suite

A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things — with a large room and balcony — and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom.

Plus, all suites include:

Ocean Suite

A Carnival Dream suite is the ultimate way to cruise. With more space for stretching out indoors, plus a large balcony for kicking back outdoors, try an Ocean Suite to experience private, luxurious relaxation. Ocean Suites also include VIP check-in, walk-in closet and bathroom with whirlpool tub.

Junior Suite (Obstructed View)

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Dream, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into full-size luxury in a smaller package. Featuring a standard-size balcony, in a Carnival Dream Junior Suite you'll find everything else there is to love about a suite, including VIP check-in, a walk-in closet; and even a whirlpool tub for relaxing. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

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CARNIVAL DREAM (ULTIMATE GUIDE)

The ultimate guide to the Carnival Dream. Everything you need to know about the Dream cruise ship, from staterooms to restaurants to activities.

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We sailed on the Dream when our kids were 12 & 14 years old. We had a fantastic time and loved this ship.

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Carnival Dream is one of 3 ships in Carnival’s Dream class of ships.

How big is Carnival Dream?

The Carnival Dream is 130,000 gross tonnes, 1,004 feet long and can carry 3,646 passengers in addition to 1,367 crew members.

For reference, Carnival Celebration which is scheduled to debut in 2022 is 180,000 gross tonnes, 1,130 feet long and can carry 5,374 passengers plus 1,735 crew.

Carnival Ecstasy and Carnival Sensation (two of Carnival’s older ships) are 70,367 gross tonnes, 855 feet long and can carry 2,056 passengers as well as 920 crew members.

CARNIVAL DREAM HIGHLIGHTS

Water park area with twister and drain pipe waterslide.

The Carnival Dream Waterworks area is fun for everyone. In addition to the 2 large waterslides, there are two smaller side-by-side racing water slides.

Serenity deck

On Carnival, the Serenity Deck is the adult only area with plush lounge chairs, some clam shell double loungers. Carnival Dream has 2 whirlpools in the Serenity area. Many people call them hot tubs, Carnival uses the term whirlpools, probably because they are never very hot.

Adults 21+ can access this quieter area free of charge.

Cloud 9 Spa with thalassotherapy pool and thermal suites

There is a charge to use the spa. The standard spa treatments such as massages and facials are offered. There is also a nice relaxation area with tile loungers and a thalassotherapy pool (like a hot tub or whirlpool).

The relaxation areas also have a charge unless you are staying in one of the spa rooms (more on those below). Weekly and day passes are often available but are limited.

Guy’s Burger Joint

Guy’s burgers serves delicious poolside burgers (my family’s favorite). They are open for lunch and an early dinner. There is no cost to eat here.

Blue Iguana Cantina

Blue Iguana Cantina features yummy breakfast and lunch burritos as well as tacos. This is also another popular poolside food venue that is included in your cruise fare.

Carnival Dream has many more great features, these were just some of what I consider to be highlights.

CARNIVAL DREAM ROOM TYPES

Rooms on a cruise ship are more commonly known as staterooms or cabins.

There are several room types within each category (full details can be found on Carnival Cruise Line’s site ), but here are the main stateroom categories on the Dream.

CARNIVAL DREAM INSIDE (INTERIOR) STATEROOMS

Inside staterooms (also referred to as interior cabins or staterooms) are the least expensive rooms on a cruise ship.

They are located in the interior of the cruise ship and don’t have a window or a balcony. There are a select few inside cabins that have a small round porthole window or obstructed view, but for the most part if you are booking an inside cabin expect no window.

How big are inside cabins on Carnival Dream?

Most inside cabins (staterooms) on the Dream are 185 square feet, there are a few at 220 square feet.

Interior staterooms sleep 2-4 people depending on the exact category. See the deck plan for exact information.

CARVIAL DREAM SPA INTERIOR STATEROOMS

The spa interior cabins on the Dream are the same size as the standard interior cabins (185 square feet) and are a little more expensive. They do however come with the added benefits of private spa access, priority spa reservations, free select fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites and thalassotherapy pool, the use of a bathrobe and slippers for the duration of your cruise as well as upgraded toiletries.

CARNIVAL DREAM OCEAN VIEW ROOMS

Ocean view staterooms have a window looking out at the ocean. These windows don’t open. Some categories are “obstructed views”. These have windows but the view will be blocked by a lifeboat or other object.

Cloud 9 Spa ocean view rooms all have an obstructed view.

How big are Carival Dream ocean view rooms?

Ocean view staterooms (cabins) on the Dream are 220-230 square feet depending on the exact category.

The standard ocean view staterooms sleep a maximum of 3 quests while the deluxe ocean view rooms sleep a maximum of 5 people.

What is a picture window on Carnival cruise?

A picture window on Carnival cruise ships are windows looking out at the ocean but they do not open. Picture windows are found in ocean view rooms.

CARNIVAL DREAM COVE BALCONY ROOMS

Cove balcony staterooms are located lower down on the cruise ship, closer to the water. The balcony enclosure is made of metal rather than glass like the standard balcony cabins.

How big are cove balcony rooms on Carnival Dream?

Cove balcony cabins on the Dream are 185 square feet of inside space plus a 45 foot balcony for a total of 230 square feet. Cove balcony staterooms can sleep up to 4 people.

CARNIVAL DREAM BALCONY STATEROOMS

Balcony staterooms on Carnival Dream are 185 square feet of inside space with balconies ranging from 35-75 square feet.

The standard balcony rooms have the 35 square foot balconies. These rooms sleep 2-4 people.

Some Dream balcony cabins are aft-view (back of the ship) with a 60 square foot balcony. The larger balcony cabins sleep 3 people maximum.

The Premium Vista balcony cabins on the Dream have a 75 square foot balcony and sleep just two guests.

CARNIVAL DREAM CLOUD 9 SPA BALCONY CABINS

The spa balcony staterooms are the same size as the standard balcony staterooms. The inside space is 185 square feet plus a 35 sq foot balcony. The Dream spa stateroom have the perks listed above under Cloud 9 Spa interior staterooms. These rooms sleep up to 4 people.

CARNIVAL DREAM SUITES

All suites on Carnival Cruise come with the added perks of priority check-in, priority dinner reservations, two complimentary large bottles of water, and the use of bathrobes for the duration of the cruise.

CARNIVAL DREAM JUNIOR SUITES

Junior suites on the Dream sleep up to 3 people. They have a whirlpool tub and a walk-in closet.

How big are Carnival Dream Junior Suites?

Junior suites on Carnival’s Dream are 275 square feet inside plus a 35 sqaure foot balcony. The balconies in the junior suites are the same size as the standard balconies.

CARNIVAL DREAM OCEAN SUITE

The ocean suites on Carnival Dream are 275 square feet inside plus a 65 square foot balcony for a total of 340 square feet.

Dream ocean view suites sleep up to 4 people, have a whirlpool tub, and a walk-in closet.

CARNIVAL DREAM CLOUD 9 SPA SUITES

The Cloud 9 Spa suites on the Dream are the same size as the ocean view suites, at 185 square feet of inside space plus a 65 square foot balcony for a total of 340 square feet.

The Dream Cloud 9 Spa suites have private access to the Cloud 9 Spa, priority spa treatment reservations, free select fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites and thalassotherapy pool, upgraded toiletries, a whirlpool tub, a walk-in closet and VIP check in.

Carnival Dream spa suites sleep up to 3 people.

CARNIVAL DREAM GRAND SUITE

The grand suite on the Dream cruise ship offers 345 square feet of inside space plus an 85 square foot balcony. The grand suite sleeps up to 4 people and of course offers all the perks listed above.

Be sure to check deck plans and specifics as there are some staterooms in each category with variations.

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CARNIVAL DREAM RESTAURANTS

There are an amazing selection of restaurants and a variety of food options on the Carnival Dream cruise ship. Many restaurants are included in your cruise fare and have no additional charge, while some of the specialty restaurants do have an additional charge.

CARNIVAL DREAM RESTAURANTS – INCLUDED (NO EXTRA CHARGE )

There are fabulous restaurants on board that are included in your cruise fare – there is no extra charge to eat there. Woohoo!

You could spend your whole cruise vacation eating at just the included restaurants and be more than happy.

GUY’S BURGER JOINT (INCLUDED)

Guy’s Burger Joint is located poolside and is open for lunch. As the name suggests, they serve burgers and fries. They also have veggie burgers, although they aren’t on the menu. You just have to ask for them.

The burgers and veggie burgers are delicious!! This was my family’s favorite Carnival Dream restaurant. Actually, the first thing they ask when we talk about booking another cruise is – “is there Guy’s Burgers?”

You can’t cruise on the Dream without trying Guy’s Burgers – so so good!

BLUE IGUANA CANTINA (INCLUDED)

The Blue Iguana Cantina is open for breakfast and lunch. It is located poolside beside Guy’s Burger Joint. The Blue Iguana Cantina is another must try restaurant on the Carnival Dream cruise ship. Be sure to try both the breakfast and lunch burritos.

GUY’S PIG & ANCHOR BAR-B-QUE (INCLUDED)

Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que is included in your cruise fare and is open for lunch. It is located on deck 5, mid deck. Here you will find cruise food such as smoked beef, sausage, chicken, and mac and cheese.

Check out the Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que menu here .

MONGOLIAN WOK (INCLUDED)

Mongolian Wok is included in your cruise fare, therefore there is no additional charge to eat here. It is open for lunch. You will find the Mongolian Wok mid ship on deck 10. Here you can create your own delicious noodle bowls.

CARNIVAL DELI (INCLUDED)

The Carnival Deli serves up sandwiches for both lunch and dinner at no extra charge. It is located on deck 10 in the Lido Marketplace.

PIZZERIA DEL CAPITANO (INCLUDED)

Pizzeria Del Capitano serves delicious pizzas 24 hours a day for no extra charge. This is the perfect spot for a late night snack. You will find the Pizzeria aft (back) of the Lido deck (deck 10) near the sunset pool.

LIDO MARKETPLACE (INCLUDED)

The Lido Marketplace is the big buffet restaurant you’d expect to find on a cruise ship. The Lido Marketplace serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is included in your cruise fare.

SCARET & CRIMSON RESTAURANTS (INCLUDED)

Scarlet and Crimson are the two main dining rooms on the Carnival Dream cruise ship. You will be assigned to one of them. Both restaurants offer the same menu and the menus change nightly. There is no charge to eat in Carnival Cruise Line’s main dining rooms.

When booking your cruise, you will be asked if you prefer early dining, late dining or “your time dining”. The time you select is just a request, however Carnival does do their best to honor it.

Early dining is at 6 p.m., late dining is at 8:15 p.m. and “your time dining” is any time between 5:45 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

SWIRLS (INCLUDED)

Swirls is a soft serve ice cream station located just outside the Lido Marketplace buffet near the pool. While this isn’t a restaurant, it is till worth noting. There is no extra charge for the soft serve ice cream and it is available 24 hours a day.

CARVIVAL DREAM RESTAURANTS – EXTRA CHARGE

The additional charge restaurants are often referred to as specialty restaurants or specialty dining.

CARNIVAL DREAM SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS

Carnival dream steakhouse (extra charge).

The Steakhouse is a popular specialty restaurant on Carnival’s ships. The cost of Carnival Cruise’s Steakhouse (at the time of writing) is $38 USD per adult and $12 for kids 12 years old and younger. The price includes an appetizer, salad, entrée, side, and a dessert.

Reservations are highly recommended. You can make a reservation for the Steakhouse online once you have booked your cruise.

Carnival’s Steakhouse menu can be found here .

CARNIVAL DREAM BONSAI SUSHI (EXTRA CHARGE)

Bonsai Sushi offers a selection of sushi, sashimi, rolls, soups and sides. It is open for both lunch and dinner. You do have to pay to eat here, prices are per item.

See Carnival’s Bonsai Sushi menu and price list here.

CARNIVAL DREAM SEAFOOD SHACK (EXTRA CHARGE)

The Seafood Shack on the Dream is located by the sunset pool, aft (rear of) deck 10. This replaces the Tandori Grill that was there when we sailed in 2017. Seafood Shack is open for lunch and dinner and does have an additional charge.

You can see Carnival’s Seafood Shack menu and price list here.

CARNIVAL DREAM COFFEE BAR

Carnival Cruises’ Coffee Bar serves specialty coffees and teas, as well as delicious cakes and pastries for an additional charge. The Coffee Bar on the Dream is conveniently located on deck 5, the Promenade deck. Grab your morning specialty coffee and step outside for a stroll around the the Promenade deck. This was one of our favorite morning activities.

Carnival Cruise Line’s Coffee Bar drink menu can be found here.

CARNIVAL DREAM ACTIVITIES

There are so many fun things to do on a Carnival cruise, something for everyone. Here are just some of the activities on the Dream. Don’t forget also that your cruise vacation will include stops in multiple destinations for you to explore.

CARNIVAL DREAM DAYTIME ACTIVITIES

* Waterworks waterslides

* Mini golf

* Relax by the pools

* Partake in poolside games

* Bingo (additional cost)

* View art exhibit or take in an art seminar

* Play volleyball or basketball

* Go to the fitness gym

* Take a fitness class (additional cost)

* Play ping pong

* Mixology competition (select day and time)

* Browse the onboard shops

* Casino (additional cost)

* Enjoy a Cloud 9 Spa treatment (additional cost)

* Relax in the Cloud 9 Spa thalassotherapy pool or termal suites (additinal cost)

CARNIVAL DREAM GYM

The Carnival Dream gym is free to use and is located on deck 14. You will find a selection of cardio machines and weights. Fitness classes are available but there is a charge for most of these. Carnival Dream has a jogging track that is free to use 24 hours a day.

CARNIVAL DREAM EVENING ACTIVITIES

* Enjoy live music (there are several options nightly)

* Deck party – the evening deck parties are a lot of fun and not to be missed.

* Dive-in Movies – lounge poolside watching a movie on the big sreen, complete with blankets and popcorn.

* Comedy Club

* Take in a musical production show

* Casino (additional charge)

* Piano bar

* Night club – The Carnival Dream night club is called Caliente and is open to those 18+ years old.

CARNIVAL DREAM ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS

* Waterslides

* Basketball

* Volleyball

* Dive-in Movies

* Ping pong

* Arcade (extra cost)

* Build a Bear Workshop (extra cost)

* ZSpa teen spa treatments (extra cost) – see menu and pric e list here.

* Carnival Cruise Club O2 teen club for ages 15-17 year olds

* Carnival Circle C kids club for ages 12-14 year olds – see link to detailed post below

Carnival Cruise Line’s Circle “C” Program 12-14 year olds

The above are just some of the things to do on the Dream for teens.

CARNIVAL DREAM ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

Fun things to do on Carnival Cruise’s Carnival Dream for kids

* Seuss-A-Palooza story time

* Carnival Camp Ocean kids club for ages 2-11

* Waterslides and water park

* “Zumbini” a program for kids 2-5 to get them moving

* Build-A-Bear Workshop (extra cost)

* Green Eggs & Ham breakfast (extra $)

* Mini Golf

Activities can change and some aren’t offered everyday. This is meant only to give you an idea of what types of things there are to do on a cruise.

The Dream is a fun ship with something for everyone.

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Carnival Dream current position

Carnival Dream current location is at Gulf of Mexico (coordinates 25.38182 N / -85.79524 W) cruising at speed of 20.8 kn (39 km/h | 24 mph) en route to Key West. The AIS position was reported 40 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Carnival Dream

Carnival Dream current cruise is 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean . Prices start from USD 839 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 20 Apr, 2024 and ends on 28 Apr, 2024 .

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Carnival Dream Itineraries

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The 2009-built Carnival Dream cruise ship is one of the Carnival fleet's largest and the first Dream-class vessel, together with Breeze and Magic  as well as Costa Diadema .

The vessel (IMO number 9378474) is currently Panama- flagged (MMSI 370490000) and registered in Colon .

History - construction and ownership

Carnival Cruise Lines (CCL) is a US shipping company, trademarked brand and subsidiary of Carnival Corporation (shipowner). CCL was founded in 1972 as an independent company by Ted Arison (1924-1999, co-founder of NCL Norwegian ).

CCL has the Corporation's largest fleet as number of vessels and GT-tonnage (ship sizes/volumes and passenger capacities). In 2023, CCL had ~9% (by revenue) and ~19% (passengers) share of the cruise industry's worldwide market. In 2024, the parent company (Carnival Corporation) had ~51% stake in the US$64+ billion industry.

The 3646-passenger ship Carnival Dream was floated out on October 24, 2008. When first launched, Carnival Dream was the biggest ship operated by Carnival, though she was later surpassed by Carnival Magic and Carnival Breeze, which were delivered in 2011 and 2012, respectively.

The liner features facilities similarly designed on the previous CCL ships while presenting some new features. Significant alterations were made to Deck 5's public areas and the exterior promenade running the boat's entire perimeter. A comedy club and a couple of themed bars were added during the 2012 drydock refurbishment . An interesting fact is that around 20 minutes of the "Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked" movie was filmed on Carnival Dream.

Decks and Cabins

Carnival Dream staterooms (1823 total) include 56 Suites, 841 Balcony, 221 Oceanview and 719 Inside, including 254 connecting, 35 wheelchair-accessible, 61 Spa and 193 Family cabins, in all 34 grades. On Carnival Dream were introduced the fleet's new categories "Deluxe Oceanview", "Cove Balcony" and "Cloud 9 Spa" cabins.

Most staterooms are sized 170-185 ft2 / 16-17 m2. Most cabin balconies are sized 35-45 ft2 / 3-4 m2. Deluxe Oceanviews are with two separate washrooms and advertised as "Family cabins" having max capacity 5 passengers. Cove Balcony (located beneath the lifeboats on Deck 2) have partially enclosed verandas.

The boat has 14 passenger decks of which 9 are with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The two formal dining rooms on Carnival Dream are Scarlet (1122 seats) and Crimson (744 seats). Both restaurants are the focal point of dining onboard and feature red decors with Murano glass chandeliers. For those who like laughter with their food, is the Punchliner Comedy Brunch, taking place in the MDR (main dining room) only on sea days. The real foodies who are curious about how the galley feeds so many people, have to check out Chef's Table. For US$75 per person, you'll be able to meet the head chef and tour the galley, as well as dine on a multi-course meal at a private table, while watching the chefs at work.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Dream restaurants and food bars.

• Crimson Restaurant (744-seat forward Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings and “Anytime Dining”)
• Scarlet Restaurant (1122-seat aft Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings, open seating breakfast and lunch; "Seuss At Sea"-themed breakfasts for $5 cover charge)
• Wasabi Bar (sushi bar, complimentary; serves as salad bar during the day)
• The Gathering Lido buffet restaurant (825-seat self-service restaurant with various complimentary takeaway food stations)
• The Chef's Art Steakhouse (108-seat, reservation-only specialty restaurant, serving seafood and prime beef).
• Seafood Shack (added in 2018; open only for lunch and dinner at an additional cost; offers New England clam chowder in a bread bowl, fried buffalo shrimp, steamed lobster, and other options; prices range from around US$5-$12 and orders can be made at the counter).
• Guy's Pig and Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse (added in 2017) is an open-air complimentary BBQ restaurant on Promenade Deck.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The Lanai's outdoor seating areas are one of the best features aboard Carnival Dream. Ocean Plaza is another important venue and meet-and-greet hub, often missing on smaller Carnival ships. It offers a little something for everyone with a specialty coffee bar, dance floor, and bars offering drinks-of-the-day. In 2012 two new bars were added as part of Carnival's Fun Ship 2.0 refurbishment program. BlueIguana Tequila Bar and RedFrog Rum Bar offer tequila and rum-based cocktails, as well as the signature ThirstyFrog Red beer of Carnival.

Carnival Dream is the first Carnival ship to boast (as a newbuild) a water park with multiple slides. Dream also features a wide outdoor promenade with an outdoor cafe and whirlpools in four different places along the outside edge of the deck.

The following official YouTube video reviews Carnival's Dream-class vessels (Breeze, Dream, and Magic) as facilities and onboard amenities.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Dream lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Encore! Theatre (1400-seat show lounge for a live show and music productions; features the “Playlist Productions” live musical mixes and “Hasbro Game Shows")
• Dream Atrium (11-deck high midship open floor area, featuring Dream Lobby Bar with piano and dance floor)
• Cherry on Top (candy shop; offers branded gear, special occasions gifts, tuxedo rentals)
• Rendezvous Lounge (a 23-seat club with bar)
• FunHub (24-hour Internet computers room; free Intranet offered for information on onboard programs, menus and scheduled events)
• Circle C (complimentary kids' club and lounge area with video games, parties, movies, planned activities)
• Club O2 (teens only lounge with movies, karaoke, video games, themed parties); Warehouse Video Video Games Arcade
• Jackpot Casino (484-seat, with slot machines and gaming tables; features gambling tournaments and complimentary classes)
• FunHub (with Internet/Intranet computers)
• The Lanai (60-seat promenade with Lanai Bar-BQ Bar and four cantilevered Whirlpools; Power Walking/Jogging Track)
• Ocean Plaza (270-seat lounge with Plaza Cafe)
• Caliente Disco and Nightclub; Sam’s Bar; Burgundy Lounge (hosts the Punchliners Comedy Club); Song Lounge and Bar
• BlueIguana Tequila Bar (for Mexican drinks)
• RedFrog Pub (120-seat, with indoor and outdoor seating, games, live music, international beers selection and Thirstyfrog/RedFrog beer)
• Sunset Pool area; Waves Pool area
• Camp Carnival (complimentary kids play area)
• Cloud 9 Spa (Thermal Suite, Oriental Steam Bath, Aroma Steam Bath, Steam Rooms, Sauna, Lacanium, Thalassotherapy pool)
• Carnival WaterWorks (kids pool play area with Twister water-slide and AquaPark)
• Seaside Theatre (with a huge LED screen for movies, sports events, concerts, with a stage for live performances)
• City Sports Park (featuring outdoor relaxation area, 18-hole mini golf course, Ping-Pong Tables, multisport court and Sports Bar)
• Serenity (adults only relaxation area and Serenity Bar).

Itineraries

Carnival Dream cruise itinerary program is based on departures from New Orleans LA to Eastern and Western Caribbean. Feature port destinations include Cozumel Mexico, Nassau Bahamas, Belize , Jamaica, Roatan , Grand Cayman (George Town) .

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Carnival Dream Wiki

The Fincantieri Monfalcone -built Carnival Dream was one of the biggest stars in the movie "Alvin and the Chipmunks - Chipwrecked" (2011). Dream is Carnival's first vessel of the DREAM-class, and at the time the biggest-ever built in Italy (until 2016 when was launched Carnival Vista ). Sisterships from this series are Breeze and Magic , and also Costa Diadema .

Carnival Dream drydock 2021

In 2021 (July-August) Carnival Dream was drydocked at Chantier Naval de Marseille (CNdM Shipyard in Marseille France ) for mainly general maintenance works.

During the drydock, the liner's old hull design (white hull, with a red line running its entire length) was replaced with the new trademarked livery (red-white-blue) introduced on Mardi Gras.

Carnival Dream refurbishment 2017 review

The list of deckplan changes after the 2017 drydock refurbishment (January 30 - February 11) in Freeport Bahamas included:

(Promenade Deck 5) "Guy's Pig & Anchor Barbeque Smokehouse" is a complimentary, open-air complimentary restaurant located on the Lanai Promenade. The Smokehouse is designed by Guy Fieri (Food Network). Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse's menu features BBQ favorites, like pork butt, blue ribbon chicken, sliced smoked beef, smoked Andouille sausage, Guy Fieri's traditional sides and gourmet burgers, a variety of BBQ sauces, hot sauce bar. Signature menu items are named Mac Daddy Mac'n Cheese, Old Skool Potato Salad, Scratch-Made Slaw, Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey, Molasses Baked Beans with Bacon and Burnt Ends.

(Lido Deck 10 / portside, replacing the "Pizzeria" poolside bar) BlueIguana Cantina is a complimentary poolside Mexican cuisine eatery. Among the specialties are fresh-made burritos and tacos on homemade tortillas, salsa bar, a huge selection of toppings.

(Lido Deck 10 / starboard, replacing the "Grille" poolside bar) Guy's Burger Joint is a complimentary poolside premium burger bar.

(Promenade Deck 5) Alchemy Bar is the Carnival's "cocktail pharmacy"-themed lounge with professional mixologists (dressed in lab coats) "prescribing" traditional and exotic (moniker) concoctions from a variety of liquors and ingredients.

(Promenade Deck 5) Bonsai Sushi is a premium sushi restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, bento "ships", plus popular Japanese beers, sakes, cocktails.

(Lido Deck 10) Pizzeria del Capitano offers 5 different varieties of hand-tossed pizzas - Margherita, Quattro Formaggio, mushroom, prosciutto, pepperoni. It is complimentary, and open 24 hours a day. All pizzas are traditionally oven-baked.

The ship's drydock in June 2021 (at Chantier Naval de Marseille shipyard in Marseille France ) included mainly general maintenance works as well as repainting of the hull.

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About Carnival Dream

Live the dream on Carnival Cruise Line's 130,000-ton, 3,690-guest Carnival Dream. Exciting amenities and activities, a host of enticing dining choices and spacious accommodations make her a perfect choice for a multigenerational cruise vacation. Stroll along the promenade, a 20-foot wide outdoor walkway with an outdoor seating area that opens up to one of the ship's highlights — Ocean Plaza, filled with live music, dancing, bars, and a variety of food venues.

Highlights also include the adults-only, outdoor two-level Serenity area for a delightful retreat where you can melt your cares away. Start the day with a dip in the Thalassotherapy pool followed by a massage at the Cloud 9 Spa that will leave you feeling new and rejuvenated. Find a favorite souvenir at the boutiques and browse the duty-free shops. Soak up the sun at three swimming pools and delight your senses in whirlpools that extend over the side of the ship providing unforgettable views. Thrills galore away at the WaterWorks aqua park with an exhilarating four-deck spiral slide.

Family-friendly throughout, Carnival Dream offers Camp Ocean, where kids ages 2 to 11 are kept busy with lots of fun ocean-themed activities and entertainment designed just for them according to age. "Seuss at Sea" and the character parade will give ear to ear smiles.

Bring your appetite because out-of-this-world cuisine is served on Carnival Dream, which boasts a myriad of fabulous dining choices , including casual, formal and al fresco options. International dishes and American favorites are served at the two-level main dining rooms, Crimson and Scarlet, where you can dine in beautiful settings. Head to the popular Lido restaurant called The Gathering, which features pizza, burrito and pasta stations, a New York-style deli, Indian Tandoor, Mongolian Wok and more. Classic steakhouse fare is offered at The Chef's Art and savory delicious sushi is offered at Wasabi. Convenient room service is also available 24/7.

Make yourself at home in spacious and comfortable accommodations — many with ocean views and balconies. Special "cove balcony" staterooms offer "up-close" sea views and more interior space. Guests in Cloud 9 Spa staterooms and suites have additional in-room, spa-related amenities, as well as a soothing and relaxing spa theme.

Enjoy conversation and your favorite drink with friends at various fun lounges and watering holes, such as the popular RedFrog Rum Bar, where you can try Carnival's very own ThristyFrog Red Beer. Other chic venues include the always popular BlueIguana Tequila Bar and Sam's Piano Bar where you can hear your favorite tunes. Dance at the popular Liquid Nightclub and watch a show at Ovation, the main lounge. Try your luck at the aptly named Jackpot Casino. You will be dancing in your seat at Playlist Productions and watch a movie outdoors at the huge screen at the Carnival Seaside Theater. Sing your heart out at The Song Karaoke bar and settle in for a delightful night under the stars at Dive-in Movies where blockbuster films are shown on an immense poolside screen. Let your dreams come true on the Carnival Dream.

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Grand Suite

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Dream features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Cloud 9 Spa Suite

A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things — with a large room and balcony — and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom.

Ocean Suite

A Carnival Dream suite is the ultimate way to cruise. With more space for stretching out indoors, plus a large balcony for kicking back outdoors, try an Ocean Suite to experience private, luxurious relaxation. Ocean Suites also include VIP check-in, walk-in closet and bathroom with whirlpool tub.

Junior Suite

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Dream, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into full-size luxury in a smaller package. Featuring a standard-size balcony, in a Carnival Dream Junior Suite you'll find everything else there is to love about a suite, including VIP check-in, a walk-in closet; and even a whirlpool tub for relaxing.

Premium Vista Balcony

Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Dream, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea — and yes, take in even more of that sunshine.

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important — take the ocean breeze in, then let it out — you're already getting the hang of the whole spa thing!

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon Carnival Dream's gentle wake from your spacious balcony.

Balcony Stateroom

Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Dream. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.

Cove Balcony

Love the sea? Carnival Dream's Cove Balcony staterooms are the best way to see the sea — these rooms get you close to the waterline, and feature balconies that let you make the most of your location. Enjoy things from a whole new perspective: one amazing up-close view of the wake and seafoam as the ship cruises along.

Cloud 9 Spa Oceanview (walkway view)

The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

On Carnival Dream, Deluxe Ocean View staterooms are a great choice for families who want to let the sun shine in as they sail. Rooms of this type feature great views, a full bathroom — plus a separate washroom — and while stateroom configurations vary, certain Deluxe Ocean View rooms have space to sleep up to five cruisers.

Deluxe Ocean View

Oceanview Stateroom

A picture window gives you views of scenery you won’t find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your stateroom.Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

Cloud Spa 9 Interior

We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus you’ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation. Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

Interior with Picture Window

Your picture window gives you a view beyond your stateroom, to the observation deck outside, including a great sky view. Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

A pair of round windows in your room give you the classic seafarer’s view times two, a view of the ocean without breaking the budget.Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

Interior Stateroom

This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a long day of fun.Dedicated stateroom attendant, Soft, cozy linens, Plenty of closet and drawer space, In-room safe for valuables, Television, Stateroom climate control.

Interior Upper/Lower Stateroom

These staterooms are great for a pair of cruisers on a budget, creatively maximizing space with a different layout — featuring one Twin bed, and either an upper Pullman or sofa bed.

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Scarlet Restaurant

Decks: 3 Lobby 4 Atlantic

Scarlet Restaurant.

The Crimson Restaurant

Decks: 4 Atlantic 3 Lobby

Feast on culinary pleasures and choose to your heart’s delight, as well as your palate’s.

The Gathering Lido Restaurant

Deck: 10 Lido

Deck: 5 Promenade

Plaza cafe.

The Chef's Art Steakhouse

Deck: 12 Spa

Turn your special vacation in the direction of delicious — book a table for an unforgettably delectable evening at the Steakhouse. Our menu features mouthwatering premium cuts of beef cooked to your exact specifications, as well as a fantastic selection of seafood, entrées, gourmet appetizers and an extensive wine list. The atmosphere pairs remarkably well with — and perhaps even enhances — the culinary creations of our gourmet chefs.

Pizzeria Del Capitano

On Carnival ships, the captain tends to be kind of a big deal — almost a celebrity. On a few select ships, they’ve even got their own pizza kitchen. The best part? Pizzeria del Capitano is open to everyone, 24 hours a day! And since our captains tend to be Italian, you know the quality of the ingredients truly pass muster. (Sorry, nautical pun.) Hand-tossed dough, made from imported Italian flour, plus fresh mozzarella form a solid base, and a choice of toppings put the finishing touches on this piping hot, fresh-from-the-oven mealtime — or anytime — classic. (Also, try our caesar salad

Grand Buffet

Grand Buffet.

Mongolian Wok

Chow down on some delicious Asian goodness. First, select your noodles and veggies. Then tell one of our chefs which sauce and meat you want in the wok. Will it be mussels and Szechuan? Beef and Thai barbecue? Chicken and black bean? Don’t worry, the decision doesn’t have to be final — you can come back to Mongolian Wok and try all the combos your heart desires!

Blue Iguana Cantina

Nobody knows Mexican dining like a blue iguana. Well, our blue iguana, at least. That’s why it should come as no surprise that the BlueIguana Cantina features freshly made tacos and burritos stuffed specially for your enjoyment. Throw our homemade tortillas and salsa into the mix, and you have a casual dining experience that will make you say “mmmm” (which is actually Iguanese for “more, please”).

Guys Burger Joint

We went looking for someone to help us grill up the best burgers at sea, and we found just the guy. Carnival has teamed up with best-selling author, restaurateur and Food Network personality Guy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a roadside burger shack to Guy’s Burger Joint, the cool poolside spot for hot burgers and hand-cut fries. Try a fresh-off-the-grill burger Guy’s way, or take it off-road to our toppings bar and truly make it your own.

Bonsai Sushi

So maybe you’ve had sushi on a cruise before, but you’ve never had it like Bonsai Sushi, our onboard seafood-and-soy-sauce spot. Dine amidst expertly-pruned bonsai trees while enjoying sit-down service and an affordable menu of delectable sushi and sashimi… plus rolls, soups, sides, sakes and desserts. So the next time you’re taking an onboard stroll, stop at Bonsai Sushi for a little something satisfying.

Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse

Seafood Shack

Seafood Shack.

Deck: 3 Lobby

The Gathering

Deck: 11 Panorama

The Gathering.

Crimson Lounge1 & 2 Restaurant Annex

Traveling in a group? Reserve this space as your own private dining room.

Encore Main Lounge

Decks: 4 Atlantic 3 Lobby 5 Promenade

Encore Main Lounge.

Jackpot Casino Non Smoking

Jackpot Casino Non Smoking.

The Page Turner Library

Deck: 4 Atlantic

With wall-to-wall activities, most people wouldn’t think of their cruise vacation as a great time to read a book, but you’ll find the bibliophilic faithful stretched out on deck chairs, enjoying the sun, sea breeze… and a page-turner

Carnival Waterworks

Carnival Waterworks.

Sunset Pool

Sunset Pool.

Think palm trees, a cool breeze and relaxing with your favorite drink in your hand. Now make that a reality and head on over to our new Resort-Style Pool -- Swim or just chill out.

Carnival's Seaside Theatre

Carnival's Seaside Theatre.

Art Gallery

Art Gallery.

Upper Dream Street Promenade

Upper Dream Street Promenade.

The Photo Gallery

The Photo Gallery.

Shore Excursions

The best way to fill your day on shore is to explore our vacation destination's hot spots.

Your parents deserve a nice vacation… but then again, so do you. So let’s let them go do their thing while you do yours. Where to? Club O2. Hang out and do stuff like watch movies, listen to music from this decade, play sports and video games, join karaoke jam sessions… maybe even have a pool party or two, all with other high schoolers ages of 15 to 17.

The Warehouse Video Arcade

If you love to play video games, you’re in luck. Our video arcade boasts a huge array of games, and is open to players of all ages, all night and all day. So get some tokens from the vending machine and let the fun times begin. Challenge your friends to a game, or just see if you can beat the top score. After all, with the video arcade open 24 hours and an entire cruise ahead of you, you have plenty of time to try.

Decks: 15 Sky 11 Panorama 10 Lido 5 Promenade

Cloud 9 Spa staff are masters (or, maybe more like artists) trained in the craft of simply helping you chill. What’s their secret? Massages, facials, body wraps, thermal suites and more — plus, on certain ships, the amazing Thalassotherapy Pool — these are the tools of the trade. And the trade is ultimate relaxation.

Ocean Plaza

Ocean Plaza.

Sam's Piano Bar

Sam's Piano Bar.

Burgundy Aft Lounge

Burgundy Aft Lounge.

Rendezvous Club Lounge

Rendezvous Club Lounge.

The Lanai Promenade

Breathe in the salty sea air as you relax in the jacuzzi, stroll along the half-mile-long promenade and get spoiled by views, each more intoxicating than the last.

The Dream Atrium

Decks: 11 Panorama 10 Lido 9 Vista 8 Verandah 7 Empress 6 Upper 4 Atlantic 5 Promenade

The Dream Atrium.

The Dream Lobby

The Dream Lobby.

Dream Team Basketball Court

Deck: 14 Sun

Dream Team Basketball Court.

Fitness Studio

Fitness Studio.

A trip to the salon is an opportunity to relax, to chat with others, to focus on yourself. It’s about more than just getting your hair or nails done… but it’s definitely about getting your hair or nails done! Even though you’re on vacation, you won’t have to settle for anything less than the salon style you’re used to back on land. And these good looks go beyond the usual — we even offer services like teeth whitening… great for taking those ‘I’m on vacation and I’m looking great!’ smiles to the next level.

Treatments Room

Jogging Track

Jogging may not immediately come to mind when you think of things to do at sea, but it probably should. You don’t have to walk on water, you just have to get on a Carnival cruise. After all, if you’re going to jog, you’d be hard-pressed to find a place to do it with a more scenic view, or a more refreshing breeze — both of these are available in abundance when you go for an open-air jog on the upper-deck. Jogging tracks are available on all Carnival ships, and are even padded for long-distance comfort.

Relax Lounge

Thermal Suite Tepidarium

Thermal Suite Tepidarium.

Hydrotherapy Pool

Hydrotherapy Pool.

Camp Ocean.

Blue Iguana Tequila bar

BlueIguana Tequila Bar is the onboard spot to chill and enjoy a slushy tequila drink or an ice-cold Mexican cerveza. The menu offers up Mexican favorites, including several brands of tequila and a slew of Mexican brews. There’s a lineup of frozen concoctions, cocktails and margaritas served by the glass or by the pitcher, and even a special Mexican beer cocktail (yes, really). Where can you find this little slice of Mexican paradise? Next to the pool, of course. So stay cool and take in the bar’s vacation vibe while you kick back on your cruise – that’s what official bar mascot Blue the Iguana would tell you.

Redfrog Rum Bar

Guests have told us we hit on something special with the cool Caribbean chill of the RedFrog Pub. We've taken the best parts and brought them poolside with the RedFrog Rum Bar, where the frog keeps the fun hopping day and night with all the island flava you know and love. Join the party at this poolside bar featuring a great selection of frog-approved Caribbean rum-based concoctions available by the glass or pitcher, plus plenty of Carnival’s signature private-label draft beer, ThirstyFrog Red.

Decks: 5 Promenade 4 Atlantic 3 Lobby

The Song Jazz Lounge

The Song Jazz Lounge.

Caliente Dance Club

Alchemy Bar

Alchemy Bar.

Dance Floor

Decks: 5 Promenade 3 Lobby

Dance Floor.

Jackpot Bar

Cherry On Top

A cruise is the perfect time to treat yourself to something sweet, and Cherry On Top happens to be the perfect place. You'll find this well-stocked candy-and-more-store not only great for enjoying some of your confectionery favorites, but the place to pick up food and apparel gifts for that special someone, even if — admit it — that someone happens to be you!

The Fun Shops

The Fun Shops.

Guest Services

Criental steam Bath

Criental steam Bath.

Coed Sauna.

Aroma Steam Bath

Aroma Steam Bath.

Decks: 14 Sun 15 Sky

Lower Dream Street Promenade

Lower Dream Street Promenade.

Aft Atrium.

Carnival Adventures

Jackpot Casino

Jackpot Casino.

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Gambling in Carnival Dream

The games offered aboard Carnival Dream are interesting machine games as well as table games . There are over 190 games that you can go and test your luck on. As long as you are sailing on the Carnival Dream cruise ship, you can visit the casino area anytime you want, as it is always open.

Casino Games

• Wheel of Fortune 3D
• 999.9 Gold Wheel Legend
• Bags of Cash
• 88 Fortunes
• 3 Card Poker
• Double Zero Roulette
• Face Up Blackjack
• Video Poker

Carnival Dream Review on Venues and Services

Enjoy the vacation of your dreams as you sail across the Caribbean in the 15-deck dream-class cruise ship called Carnival Dream. There are beautiful accommodation arrangements going over 1800 rooms and suites. And there is a pool for swimming and a spa for relaxation while you're sailing on Carnival Dream.

Carnival Dream in Doral FL is also big on entertainment . Enjoy anything from theater shows to live music as well as playing different sports to having dance classes. You won't have any dull moment at all aboard the cruise ship. Carnival Dream has more than a dozen feeding areas and watering holes, so you'll always find something for your taste buds.

Hotel, Spa, and Sports

Dining, bars, and entertainment.

Your taste buds are about to have some exquisite dishes service them as you visit the different restaurants on the ship. Get your favorite types of drinks at the lively bars on deck. And enjoy entertainment like comedy shows , movies, theater performances, partying, arcade gaming, whirlpool jacuzzi, water park with slides, and more.

• Guy's Burger Joint
• Bluelguana Cantina
• Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que
• Lido Marketplace
• Seafood Shack
• Bonsai Sushi
• Mongolian Wok
• The Carnival Deli

Bars & Night Life

• RedFrog Rum Bar
• Bluelguana Tequila Bar
• Alchemy Bar

Attractions and Entertainment

• Lip Sync Battle: Carnival
• Dive-In Movies

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.

Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?

My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

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If you are considering this on the 2015 June Baltic cruise on Voyager; my suggestion is don't. There is so much to do in St. Petersburg and although a train is one of my favorite ways to travel the time would be far better spent in St. P.

Thanks for the advice. Yes, this would be on the Voyager during the 2015 season but not yet sure exactly which cruise.

We did the Moscow excursion "on a different luxury line", but from your brief description it sounds very much like the same trip, so I will operate on that assumption. It is a VERY long day! We left the ship at 5:30 AM and returned at 12:30 AM. The highspeed train trip is comfortable, and while they call it "Business Class" it does not compare well to the equivalent class on say Rail Europe. When we did it in 2011, we did have highspeed both ways, and the trip back seemed much longer as the adrenaline and excitement had worn off!:D

Moscow itself is not that terribly different from any other big city in the world, but this Cold War kid never thought he would ever stand in Red Square, never mind walk the grounds of The Kremlin, or tour The Kremlin Palace, or see (but not visit) Lenin's Tomb, or visit The Armoury. But he did, and he loved every minute of it! Yes, it is a long day, and you barely scratch a scratch on the surface, but it is worth it. There is a tremendous amount to see in St. Petersburg, but every Baltic cruise goes to St. Petersburg, so you can go back if you choose to. Not every cruiseline offers you the chance to see Moscow.

I have not personally done this tour, but our last time in St Petersburg, the private guide that we hired for a day was leading the regent tour to Moscow on the high speed train the next day. He said it was way better than the previous alternative, which was flying to Moscow and back. He said that you actually got to Moscow faster because you didn't have to deal with airline checkin etc. it did seem like a very long day to me, and there is so much to see and do in st. Petersburg that I didn't consider doing it.

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We toured to Moscow from St. Petersburg via the hi-speed SAPSAN train last September, from a Baltic cruise on the Oceania Marina. You need to have a two-night, three day port call in St. Petersburg to take this tour because the tour typically leaves the ship around 5:00 - 5:30 AM and doesn't return until after midnight the next day. We didn't take the ship's tour; we made private arrangements with TravelAllRussia for three days of touring, the first and third days in St. Petersburg and the second day the tour to Moscow by train. Our cost for the private tour for three days was about the same as what the ship charged for the excursion to Moscow alone. There are a number of private tour agencies that operate in St. Petersburg and offer the Moscow train tours; we would strongly recommend them over the ship's tours.

All three days had private guides with car and driver. The second day, the driver picked us up at the ship and took us to the train, but we were alone on the train, and met in Moscow by the guide on the station platform. After our tour and dinner, we were brought back to the train and after the return train trip met by the driver and taken back to the ship. Because you are alone on the train you must have your own Russian visas.

If this is your first visit to St. Petersburg, I would agree there is much more to see there. We found Moscow somewhat a disappointment, particularly Red Square. The Kremlin and the cathedral in Red Square were also worth seeing. But the best thing we saw was the Moscow subway! I worked for the Washington Metro system back in the 1980s as it grew from 40 to 80 miles and although I was in the computer area, I learned a lot about the challenges of running a subway system. We used the Moscow system to get across the city from where we had dinner to the train station, and I was amazed at the cleanliness', speed of operation, the short headways maintained, and the courtesy of everyone involved. A very impressive experience!

We had been to St. Petersburg before, and so had the time to take a day and go to Moscow. Also, I really like trains, and the SAPSAN is a German train set running on Russian rails. Seats are like first class domestic air, spacious but not too plush or comfortable, but with enough room. Not too much recline, and almost 8 hours on the train in two shots is a lot for an old man. They come through and sell drinks, candy, etc. but the sellers don't speak English and no one around us helped, so we had just poor coffee once coming, and brought stuff with us for the trip back. Not too much to see from the train either, particularly on the return when it is night the whole way.

If you decide to go, take a private tour and avoid the overly expensive ship's tour. I'm glad we did it, but wouldn't bother to repeat the tour; we've seen Moscow.

Thanks so much to all of you for the thorough and thought insight. Yhe information you have provided is most helpful.

countflorida: Your detailed post is very helpful. We are not quite ready for a Baltic cruise but should do so within a year. Time enough to do our pre travel research, bookings and visa gathering.:) Thank you!

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.   Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?   My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

I did this on Seabourn. IMO DONT. Take Aeroflop (er Aeroflot). The train has non folding seats where you are literally knee to knee with your fellow passenger (facing each other). Further they don't believe in air conditioning. It's also the worlds slowed bullet train. I think I would have found more enjoyment wandering around the St. Petersburg and Moscow airports.

Countflorida,

This is a little off topic,, however we had planned a river cruise in Russia but decided we would rather stay on land and have booked about two weeks with Travel-All-Russia using the private guide and driver. I'm curious as to how you found them as a tour company.

The guides they provided were fine. We had a different guide each of the days in St. Petersburg, but both were flexible, pleasant, knowledgeable and spoke English very well, as did the guide in Moscow, incidentally. She was a bit aloof, distant, not too friendly, but otherwise fine. In fact, she was the one who suggested taking the Metro, which unexpectedly became one of the highlights of the Moscow excursion. If I have a complaint with AllTravelRussia, it is with their plan and its execution (more later).

I had requested emphasis on World War II (in Russia, the Great Patriotic War) sites and info. In scheduling us, they weren't careful about dates and a couple of the sites we wanted to see were scheduled on the third day, after we'd been to Moscow. But both sites were closed that day of the week, and that info was readily available, right on web sites describing them. Also, the included meals (lunches in St. Pete, dinner in Moscow) were not what we asked for: light meals with some choices, so we could avoid things we didn't like and choose things we did like. My request was ignored; we were given full Russian meals with a fixed menu, no choice. On the first day, a fish dish was the entre, but I am allergic to fish. Fortunately, I had the e-mail I'd sent with me and showed it to the guide, and she was able to change my entre to chicken, which was very good actually. But we didn't want a 3-4 course lunches or dinner (in Moscow). We had the guide drop the lunch the third day, although we never got any credit or refund. But, particularly in contrast to the ship's tours, the prices were so reasonable we didn't worry too much about it.

The people who were on the ship's tour to Moscow saw us boarding the same train for which they were forced to queue up and wait on the way back, and asked us what we had done. I was candid and open so they were not happy when I explained what we had arranged and particularly what it had cost. Also, when we returned to the ship, we found they had laid on a late supper for those who had gone to Moscow, so up we went and had something. Well, it turns out the late supper was supposed to be just for those on the ship's tour, but we and others on 'independent' tours, there were a dozen or more of us, crashed the party, actually got there first, and they didn't realize it until the larger group arrived and there weren't enough tables/places set. By that time, the 'independents' had all gotten served and were eating; what could they do?

A couple from the larger group sat down with us and asked us about our tour, and they were the ones I told about our arrangement and its cost. They turned to others who’d been with them and announced the details, loudly enough so the whole room heard, which started a lot of bitching and complaining. I gathered they weren't very happy with the ship's tour to begin with, and this was the straw that broke the camel's back. We finished up and beat it out of there, but overheard later that one of the excursion staff came to check on something and ran into a real mess. I caught a cold on the trip, which forced me to bed the second day following in Tallinn, so by the time we reappeared we heard about the contretemps' but apparently no one recalled who started it, thankfully.

Because of what happened to us, I would probably not use AllTravelRussia if I were to go again, or if I did, I would be sure to get confirmation of every detail of the tour. They do have good reviews generally, and we were certainly helped by their visa department and liked the guides and drivers. Their weakness, I say now with full 20:20 hindsight, is that once the sales person who plans the tour, sells it to you and collects your money, he (or she) transfers the plan to their Russia office for implementation; there is no follow-up to make sure it gets done right. And that is where our problems arose; we paid for a custom tour but got a standard package with a few destinations switched, and no one checked them out, even to see when they were open the day we were scheduled to go. If you check every detail that’s important to you, it should be OK, but that’s a hell of a way to have to do business, in my opinion.

Thank you for the 20/20 hindsight observation on your Russian tour operator, and better priced than the ship's excursion cost.

Thanks very much for the feedback.

We had the same experience as you so far as price. We originally booked a Viking Cruise but, hearing some things about the river cruises that made us unhappy, looked into other options. T-A-R cost the same or less than a cruise and had us in hotels for 11 days. We opted for the private tour. They have three tour levels, based on hotels. We originally opted for the four star as it did not cost much more than the three star hotels. Finally we decided to throw it all in and upgraded to five star. In Moscow we will be at the newly opened Kempinsky which is two blocks from Red Square. In St. Petersburg it is the Grand Hotel Europe, one of the most vaunted luxury hotels in Russia. Location is important for us as the tours use up only part of the day so being in the center of everything for our independent touring is important. As with many other cities, the less you pay, the farther out of the center of town you are.

We have been working with our salesman in D.C. and he seems to get back to us with the changes we want. He recently returned from Russia so is up on everything. When I asked they said they paid the full TA commission if I wanted so I got my usual TA on board so he is watching our back and giving us that extra level of comfort. He also set up our air, which I know pays him little or nothing, and got us business class for much less than T-A-R wanted for economy, though it took working for a while with a consolidator. He's happy to get his 10 percent on this trip without having booked it. He also took care of the trip insurance. We've been doing a lot of research on the CC sister site Trip Advisor and will write a report there. We will, I guess, become a source of info for CC members after having spent 5 days in Moscow and 6 in SP.

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Anybody considering a day trip to Moscow from St. Petersburg on the Sapsan may want to look at our travelogue filled with pictures.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1927687

Very informative. Thanks dor sharing. Jeff

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