Carnival Jubilee sailed her maiden voyage from Galveston, Texas, on December 23, 2023, and has been based there since. She is the third ship of Carnival's Excel class and shares the big-ship features of Mardi Gras and Carnival Celebration, including BOLT, WaterWorks and six themed zones.
Jubilee's zones are Grand Central, Currents, The Shores, Summer Landing, Lido and the Ultimate Playground. Dining includes Emeril's Bistro 717, Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse, Big Chicken and Bonsai Sushi, and the ship runs on liquefied natural gas.
Highlights
BOLT
The roller coaster at sea on the top deck (extra cost).
Emeril's Bistro 717
Emeril Lagasse's restaurant on Jubilee.
Big Chicken and Guy's Burger Joint
Casual comfort-food spots that are part of Jubilee's dining lineup.
WaterWorks
Waterslides and a splash area on the top decks.
Best for
- Texas and Gulf Coast travelers who can drive to the port
- Families who want Excel-class features without flying to Florida
- Western Caribbean beach lovers
Good to know before you book
- Published figures for Jubilee's tonnage and passenger capacity conflict, so we list only verified numbers.
- Galveston is about an hour from Houston Hobby Airport and further from Houston Bush Intercontinental, so plan the transfer.
- BOLT costs extra and may close in high winds.
Where Carnival Jubilee sails
Deployments change by season and year. Recent and announced itineraries include:
Regions: Western Caribbean
Home ports: Galveston
Carnival Jubilee questions
Where does Carnival Jubilee sail from?
Carnival Jubilee has sailed from Galveston, Texas, since her maiden voyage on December 23, 2023.
Does Carnival Jubilee have BOLT?
Yes. Jubilee has the BOLT roller coaster on its Ultimate Playground deck. It costs extra.
What zones are on Carnival Jubilee?
Jubilee has six zones: Grand Central, Currents, The Shores, Summer Landing, Lido and the Ultimate Playground.
Sources and fact-checking (last checked October 14, 2026)
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