Carnival Celebration debuted in November 2022 with a transatlantic crossing from Southampton and is the second ship in Carnival's Excel class, a subclass of the Excellence platform. At 183,521 gross tons she carries 5,374 guests at double occupancy and up to 6,500 at full capacity.
The ship is divided into six zones: Celebration Central, The Gateway, Summer Landing, 820 Biscayne, Lido and the Ultimate Playground. The Gateway includes the Golden Jubilee bar, decorated with pieces from retired Carnival ships. Celebration sails from Miami.
Highlights
BOLT roller coaster
An 800-foot, all-electric coaster on the top deck that reaches up to 40 mph (extra cost).
The Golden Jubilee
A bar in The Gateway zone that displays memorabilia from retired Carnival ships.
Emeril's Bistro 1397
A Creole-inspired restaurant from Emeril Lagasse.
Family Feud Live
An interactive game show based on the TV series.
WaterWorks
A waterpark with multiple slides for kids and adults.
Best for
- Families and groups on a value-focused budget
- Fans of casual comfort food like Guy's Burger Joint and Big Chicken
- Travelers flying into Miami
Good to know before you book
- BOLT costs extra and has height requirements; it may close in high winds.
- Loft 19 is a private retreat for Carnival Excel suite guests only.
- The 19-deck figure is the total deck count.
Where Carnival Celebration sails
Deployments change by season and year. Recent and announced itineraries include:
Regions: Caribbean
Home ports: Miami
Carnival Celebration questions
Does Carnival Celebration have a roller coaster?
Yes. BOLT is an all-electric roller coaster on the top deck with an 800-foot track and speeds up to 40 mph. It costs extra.
Where does Carnival Celebration sail from?
Carnival Celebration sails Caribbean cruises from Miami.
How big is Carnival Celebration?
She measures 183,521 gross tons and carries 5,374 guests at double occupancy, up to 6,500 at full capacity, with about 1,735 crew.
Sources and fact-checking (last checked October 14, 2026)
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