News - Carnival Dream

2008, August 05

Carnival Dream Construction

BUILDING A DREAM

Set to debut in Europe September 21, 2009, the new 130,000-ton Carnival Dream is beginning to take shape at Fincantieri’s Monfalcone shipyard. Pictured below are some of the upper decks being pieced together as construction continues on the 3,646-passenger "Fun Ship."

The largest Carnival Cruise Lines ship ever constructed, Carnival Dream will offer a variety of on board amenities and features including a huge WaterWorks aqua park and "scenic whirlpools" that extend over the ship’s beam. A number of innovative stateroom accommodations, including a two-bathroom configuration that will be ideal for families, will also be offered.

Following its European debut, the massive SuperLiner will offer two voyages from New York and then reposition to Port Canaveral, Fla., for year-round 7 day Caribbean cruises beginning Dec. 5, 2009.

Carnival Dream cruise ship construction

Deck construction in progress.

Carnival Dream cruise ship construction

Close-up shot of deck construction.

A wide shot of CARNIVAL DREAM and the Fincantieri shipyard.

Cranes are used to lower the upper decks.

A close-up shot of the cranes used for construction.

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2008, July 18

New Dream Renderings

This just in...the latest renderings of the magnificent Carnival Dream.

Go ahead and make your reservations to sail to the Caribbean on the Carnival Dream.

Can't you just imagine the view from the deck, or the scenic whirlpools of this amazing ship as you gaze at this rendering of the Carnival Dream.

Envision yourself sailing to the islands in the Caribbean on this spectacular floating resort.

Take it all in...the captivating and awe inspiring feelings you get as the Carnival Dream cuts through the warm Caribbean waters.

Coming at you...the stately Carnival Dream and all it's glory; scenic whirlpools, Carnival WaterWorks and the famous "Funnel."

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2008, May 28

130,000-TON CARNIVAL DREAM TO OFFER HOST OF ON-BOARD INNOVATIONS

Picture yourself lounging on CARNIVAL DREAM's beautiful lido deck.

The new 130,000-ton Carnival Dream – the largest "Fun Ship" ever constructed, offering a host of on-board innovations and amenities – is slated to debut September 21, 2009, operating a diverse inaugural schedule that features visits to magnificent European and Caribbean destinations. Currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, the 3,646-passenger SuperLiner will be a new class of vessel for the line and usher in a new era of "Fun Ship" cruising. With a new layout, sleek hull and distinctive profile, Carnival Dream is designed as the ultimate vacation experience.

One feature unique to Carnival Dream will be the Ocean Plaza. This stunning indoor/outdoor complex will be home to live entertainment, full bar service, an espresso bar and --of course -- stunning ocean views. Guests can also look forward to wireless internet access; the most elaborate children’s facilities at sea, including expansive play areas and a huge Carnival WaterWorks aqua park; "scenic whirlpools" that extend over the ship's beam; and a variety of new stateroom categories, including those specifically catering to families. Carnival Dream will also offer many other exciting and innovative features that will be announced in the coming months.

We’ve taken everything we’ve learned about shipbuilding and incorporated it into the magnificent Carnival Dream. By offering the widest variety of all-inclusive facilities and features at sea, we will create fun, memorable vacations for our guests, all at an incredible value," said Gerry Cahill, Carnival president and CEO. "From a bold new entertainment concept called Ocean Plaza to innovative new larger stateroom categories and the most elaborate children’s facilities ever featured on any Carnival "Fun Ship" - all of which are included in the initial cruise fare and accessible to everyone on board. Carnival Dream was specifically designed with our valued guests in mind," he added.

Exciting Inaugural Schedule
Carnival Dream is scheduled to enter service September 21, 2009, with an inaugural 12-day Grand Mediterranean cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia) featuring seven spectacular ports: Naples, Livorno and Venice (two-day call), Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Messina, Sicily; Monaco; and Barcelona, Spain. Two additional 12 day Grand Mediterranean cruises will be offered on October 3 and October 15, 2009.

The ship will then sail on a 16 day Transatlantic crossing departing Rome (Civitavecchia) Oct. 27 and arriving New York Nov. 12, 2009. Featured ports include Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and Malaga, Spain; Las Palmas, Canary Islands; and King’s Wharf, Bermuda (overnight call).

From New York, Carnival Dream will operate two 8 day Bahamas/Florida cruises departing Nov. 15 and 23, 2009. These voyages include a call at Port Canaveral (in proximity to Orlando-area attractions), followed by a visit to Nassau and Freeport in The Bahamas.

Year-Round Cruising From Port Canaveral
Following its New York departures, Carnival Dream will reposition to Port Canaveral, Fla., where it will launch year-round 7 day Caribbean cruises Dec. 5, 2009. On its new Port Canaveral-based program, Carnival Dream will depart every Saturday on alternating weeklong cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean cruises will call at Nassau; St. Thomas/St. John, U.S.V.I.; and St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles; while exotic Western Caribbean voyages will visit Cozumel; Belize; Costa Maya; and Nassau. Carnival Dream will assume this route from the Carnival Glory, which will be redeployed to Miami to operate year-round 7 day Caribbean cruises beginning October 3, 2009.

Unique Features and Facilities
With a basis-two capacity of 3,646 passengers and spanning 1,004 feet in length, Carnival Dream is the largest and longest "Fun Ship" ever constructed and the line has made maximum use of the vessel's added size by creating some truly spectacular on-board facilities and features.

Carnival Dream will also take the traditional cruise-ship promenade to new heights with a half-mile, open-air promenade encircling the ship on Promenade Deck 5. Here, guests can take a stroll while enjoying spectacular ocean vistas, read a book, or just take in the sun from one of the many deck chairs that will line this unique open deck area.

Along the expansive promenade, four "scenic whirlpools" cantilever out over the sea providing magnificent sea views. Higher up, Lido Deck 10 will offer the most elaborate and expansive open-deck area of any Carnival ship with a tropical, resort-style main pool complete with a Seaside Theatre LED screen, a Serenity adults-only retreat, and numerous other features.

A wide variety of lounges, bars and nightspots - including a new dance club concept offering indoor/outdoor access - will be accessible via an 11-deck-high atrium whose ground level will offer a cantilevered bandstand atop a massive dance floor. Other features include an expansive 23,750-square-foot Cloud 9 Spa - Carnival’s largest and most elaborate health and wellness center to date.

CARNIVAL DREAM dance club

Vibrant colors shine in one of CARNIVAL DREAM's dance clubs.

Innovative New Staterooms

Cove balcony staterooms are just one of CARNIVAL DREAM's exciting innovations.

Particular attention was paid to Carnival Dream's accommodations, as several innovative new types of staterooms will be introduced. The line’s first-ever "cove" balcony staterooms – located closer to the water line – offer beautiful sea views and exceptional value.

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom

"Deluxe" is an understatement when it comes to CARNIVAL DREAM's ocean view staterooms.

New deluxe ocean view staterooms – featuring a unique, guest-friendly configuration with two bathrooms – will provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience for guests who can enjoy their unique spaciousness, particularly families. In addition to twin beds that convert to a king, ample closet space and elegant décor, the two-bathroom configuration will include one full bathroom and a second bathroom featuring a junior tub with shower and sink.

Balcony stateroom

Enjoy beautiful views and a fresh breath of sea air without leaving the comfort of your stateroom.

There are even staterooms that can accommodate five guests – a rarity in new ship construction and also ideal for families. Additionally, there will be a wide selection of balcony staterooms and suites from which to choose – all offering the best in scenic cruising. Additionally, adjacent to Carnival Dream's luxurious Cloud 9 Spa will be 65 spa staterooms and suites which will offer guests a number of exclusive amenities and privileges.

Planning on spending a lot of time in the spa? Reserve one of our Cloud 9 spa staterooms.

All Carnival Dream staterooms will feature the Carnival Comfort Bed sleep system with plush mattresses, luxurious duvets and high quality linens and pillows.

Families Will Live the Dream

Carnival Dream’s numerous family-friendly amenities will include separate, purpose-built facilities for the line’s three distinct children’s programs: "Camp Carnival" for kids ages 2-11, "Circle C" for 12- to 14-year-olds, and "Club O2" for teens ages 15 to 17, along with a full schedule of morning-til-night activities catering to each age group.

The four-story Twister Waterslide highlights CARNIVAL DREAM's WaterWorks.

Sure to be a hit with guests of all ages will be Carnival WaterWorks, an expansive aqua park offering exhilarating water slides.

All this, combined with the spacious two-bathroom staterooms and an attractive and convenient Port Canaveral/Central Florida homeport, will make Carnival Dream an exceptional family vacation.

Reservations Open July 1

Reservations will be accepted for all of Carnival Dream’s cruises starting July 1, 2008. A special online preview of the Carnival Dream is available now at carnival.com/dream. The site showcases a variety of the exciting features and amenities of this spectacular new ship.

For additional information and reservations, contact any travel agent, call 1-800-CARNIVAL or visit carnival.com.

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