Carnival Cruise Line, one of the world's leading cruise operators, has set sail towards a thrilling new adventure for its guests. The company announced the opening of sales for approximately 400 cruises destined for Celebration Key™, its groundbreaking exclusive cruise port destination in the Bahamas. These exciting journeys are scheduled to begin with the first calls in July 2025, and passengers can start booking these exceptional voyages today.
As Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy proudly stated, "As the first port destination exclusively designed for Carnival Cruise Line guests, Celebration Key will provide the ultimate Carnival fun in the sun, immersed in the natural beauty of Grand Bahama. Our guests have a wide range of ships, homeports, and itineraries that visit our new exclusive destination to choose from."
Located on the captivating south side of Grand Bahama Island, Celebration Key promises to be a paradise tailored to every guest's definition of fun, relaxation, and adventure. Whether it's lounging on the pristine mile-long beach, indulging in authentic Bahamian shopping and dining, or embarking on exciting excursions to explore the island's beauty, there will be endless ways to enjoy this destination.
One of Celebration Key's standout features will be the largest freshwater lagoons in the Caribbean, offering many recreational and leisure activities for families and adults. To facilitate easy access, Carnival ships will dock at an adjacent cruise pier designed to accommodate up to two of Carnival's Excel-class vessels simultaneously, providing guests with direct access to Celebration Key.
Carnival Cruise Line has been working closely with the Bahamian Government and the local Grand Bahama community to make Celebration Key the premier exclusive cruise port destination in the Caribbean. "This is so exciting for the people of Grand Bahama as we watch Celebration Key come to life. We have a bold vision of how Grand Bahama can become the premier destination for entertainment and events in the region," said Ginger Moxie, Minister for Grand Bahama.
The 12 Carnival ships that will visit Celebration Key regularly in 2025 and 2026 include:
From PortMiami:
Carnival Celebration (seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from July 20, 2025)
Carnival Conquest (three- and four-day Bahamas sailings beginning July 18, 2025)
From Port Canaveral:
Mardi Gras (seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from July 19, 2025, plus special Transatlantic voyages)
Carnival Freedom (four- and five-day Bahamas sailings beginning July 19, 2025)
Carnival Glory (three- and four-day Bahamas sailings from July 21, 2025)
From Galveston:
Carnival Dream (eight-day Eastern Caribbean sailings from July 26, 2025)
Carnival Legend (10-day Exotic Eastern Caribbean cruises)
From New Orleans:
Carnival Liberty (seven- and eight-day Eastern Caribbean voyages from July 20, 2025, and a 14-day Carnival Journeys Panama Canal cruise in January 2026)
From Jacksonville:
Carnival Elation (four- and five-day Bahamas cruises from July 21, 2025)
From Norfolk, VA:
Carnival Sunshine (six- and eight-day Bahamas cruises from October 18, 2025)
From Mobile, AL:
Carnival Spirit (six- and eight-day Bahamas cruises beginning November 2, 2025)
Carnival Cruise Line plans to open more than 100 additional Celebration Key itineraries on six additional ships in the coming months.
The company remains committed to working closely with the Government of The Bahamas, local Grand Bahama officials, and community leaders to ensure the success of Celebration Key. This commitment extends to providing business and job opportunities for vendors, excursion operators, construction workers, and local residents involved in the development of this exciting destination.
Carnival Cruise Line also plans to release further details regarding phase one features and the development timeline for Celebration Key in the near future. The journey to this exclusive paradise in the Bahamas is set to redefine the cruise experience for Carnival guests, promising unforgettable memories and endless adventures in the Caribbean.
