Built to bring you closer to the sea, Carnival Vista opens things up with outdoor spots.
Explore the shipLocated just an hour outside of downtown Houston, the port of Galveston is one of the fastest growing cruise ports in the world – it's now the fourth largest in the US, and largest outside of Florida. Before you head to your ship you can relax on Galveston's 50km of shoreline, grab some high-octane thrills at the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, or dig deeper into the city's past at one of several museums in the Strand District.
It's rare to find such stunning natural beauty, glass-clear aquamarine seas, and vast marine life combined with top-flight visitor services and accommodations, and as a result Cozumel's devotees are legion. Divers sharing stories of lionfish and sharks sit table-to-table with families tanned from a day at the beach club, while Mexican couples spin and step to salsa music in the central plaza. There's plenty to explore off the beaten track – deserted, windswept beaches, wild and vibrant natural parks, and 600 miles of coral reef are all yours for the discovering. Just 19 km (12 miles) off the coast, Cozumel is 53 km (33 miles) long and 15 km (9 miles) wide, making it the country's third-largest island.
Belize City is more of a town than a city—few of the ramshackle buildings here are taller than a palm tree, and the official population within the city limits is barely over 50,000, though the metro population is near 90,000. Not far beyond the city center, streets give way to two-lane country roads where animals outnumber people. Any dining room downtown could leave the impression that everybody knows everybody else in this town, and certainly among the elite who can afford to dine out, that's probably true. Belize City offers the most varied shopping in the country, and it’s the only place to find sizeable supermarkets, department stores, and the Belizean version of big box stores. There is always some little treasure to be discovered in a shop with mostly junk. All in all, it's far more interesting than any modern mall. Belize City is the commercial, social, sports, and cultural hub of the country. It's even the political hub, despite the fact that the capital, Belmopan, is an hour west. Still—and we can’t overemphasize this—you do have to be careful, as crime is not limited just to certain areas: When you’re in Belize City, bring your street smarts and exercise caution at all times.
Cruise to Mahogany Bay and you’ll feel like you won the island lottery. With silky-sand beaches and diamond-clear seas, the island of Roatan is one of the Caribbean’s hidden gems. And there’s no better way to experience this natural paradise than on a cruise to Honduras. The largest of Honduras’s Bay Islands is a real beauty, built on a backbone of volcanic rock and ringed by the world’s second largest coral reef. Carnival cruises to Roatan promise superb diving and fishing, plus totally swoon-worthy beaches. The lush landscape of the wildlife reserves and pristine marine parkland of Roatan awaits you on your cruise to Mahogany Bay in Honduras.
Located just an hour outside of downtown Houston, the port of Galveston is one of the fastest growing cruise ports in the world – it's now the fourth largest in the US, and largest outside of Florida. Before you head to your ship you can relax on Galveston's 50km of shoreline, grab some high-octane thrills at the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, or dig deeper into the city's past at one of several museums in the Strand District.
Built to bring you closer to the sea, Carnival Vista opens things up with outdoor spots.
You've got a foodie in you — everyone does! Awaken and delight yours on a Carnival cruise with delicious main dishes, tempting desserts and general yumminess everywhere you look. You can sample great food from all over the world. They've got everything from a specialist steakhouse to 24-hour pizzas and complimentary, round-the-clock room service. And if that isn’t quite enough to satisfy your appetite, you can treat yourself to a multicourse VIP dinner at the Chef’s Table. It’s an eating experience you’ll never forget.
Nobody knows Mexican dining like a blue iguana. That’s why it should come as no surprise that the BlueIguana Cantina features freshly... Read more
So maybe you’ve had sushi on a cruise before, but you’ve never had it like Bonsai Sushi, the onboard seafood-and-soy-sauce spot. Dine... Read more
Say arrivederci to ordinary and ciao to an exciting dining experience at the restaurant that pays homage to a unique heritage. Italian-American... Read more
Carnival has teamed up with best-selling author, restaurateur and Food Network personality Guy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a... Read more
A modern dining spot inspired by a millennia-old society, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen serves up enticing dishes in an eclectic space that... Read more
Featuring a nice variety of casual dining options like Mongolian Wok, Chef's Choice, Salad Bar, Carnival Deli and more, the Lido Restaurant... Read more
If the Lido Deck is the center of fun, Pizzeria del Capitano is good taste central. Having taken the Italian mojo of... Read more
Get into an island state of mind before you even set foot on one. RedFrog Pub is our laid-back, no-worries, oh-so-lively Key... Read more
Forget what “they” say — the most important meal of the day is brunch. Slumberers can sleep in and still enjoy breakfast... Read more
A good seafood dish is quite the catch. However you like yours served — whether it’s on a roll, in a salad... Read more
Every night at dinner you'll find your menu featuring a selection of favorites... and perhaps future favorites, new and surprising dishes to... Read more
High cuisine meets great atmosphere at Fahrenheit 555, a dining experience that stands toe-to-toe with some of the best steakhouses on land.... Read more
When you cruise Carnival, take a seat at The Chef's Table. At this gathering of fellow foodies you'll indulge in a cascading... Read more
A voyage to new destinations is the perfect time to try new things… and here’s the perfect place: The Taste Bar. Stop... Read more
Why should you eat on anyone’s schedule but your own? Munch to the beat of your own clock at the dining room... Read more
You don’t have to leave behind your desire for great barbecue when you cruise. Fat Jimmy, the resident expert, simmers, sauces and... Read more
Maybe you take your coffee straight-up, or perhaps you prefer your pick-me-up with an upgrade. From the simply caffeinated to the simply... Read more
Here's your chance to dip a toe into onboard entertainment, activities, bars and more… so that when you cruise, you're ready to dive headfirst into the fun.
There's chuckle-funny, then there's laughing-so-hard-you-can-barely-breathe funny. To take our Punchliner Comedy Club talent way over the top, having teamed up with renowned... Read more
A spot that's intriguing by night and friendly anytime, step into the Havana Bar and be transported to antebellum Cuba preserved today... Read more
You don’t need to be a mix-master to appreciate Alchemy – you just have to be up for trying something new. We’ve... Read more
BlueIguana Tequila Bar is the onboard spot to chill and enjoy a slushy tequila drink or an ice-cold Mexican cerveza. The menu... Read more
Night time isn't the only time to see stars on your cruise. Day or night, find a spot on deck and check... Read more
A cruise is the perfect time to treat yourself to something sweet, and Cherry On Top happens to be the perfect place.... Read more
Ready to see stars? Park yourself in front of the big screen — the really big screen — and settle in for... Read more
Nobody can get the party started like a great DJ, right? That's why DJ IRIE is in the mix (pun intended) to... Read more
"Shop 'til you drop," right? Wrong — you still have a lot of vacation fun ahead of you! Get your shopping done... Read more
To compare the IMAX experience to “just seeing a movie” is like calling a Carnival cruise “just a vacation.” It sounds about... Read more
Internet cafés harken back to kinder, simpler times — bygone days when the Internet was a place you would visit and stay... Read more
Grab the mic and channel your inner rock king, pop princess or disco queen, when you join in the karaoke fun aboard... Read more
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... Read more
Want to rock 'n' roll every night and every day? Well, you've come to the right ship. Bringing some of the best... Read more
Get up and get down at the most happenin' club in the Caribbean. Our DJs are spinning today's hottest hits and yesterday's... Read more
Ocean Plaza’s where it all comes together — and all in all, it’s all kinds of delicious. Enjoy live music, coffee and... Read more
Play it again, Sam. Or Diana. Or whatever your name is. Because this is the bar where you call the shots –... Read more
When was the last time you got up and danced… at the theater? Playlist Productions takes tunes you know and presents them... Read more
Try to keep your excitement under control — at least for the time being — because you're gonna need a steady hand... Read more
Taking the best parts and brought them poolside with the RedFrog Rum Bar, where the frog keeps the fun hopping day and... Read more
Get hands-on with a game, a drink… and high-fives galore! SKYBOX Sports Bar gets you right onto the 50-yard line of onboard... Read more
Carnival onboard Health & Fitness facilities include sports events, a gym, as well as a spa and beauty salon.
You may think basketball is all about the hoop and getting the ball in there, but you may not have ever played... Read more
Sometimes you just need to get away… from all that vacation. Seriously? Look, we know that sitting at home now, it’s hard... Read more
For a game called dodgeball, everyone sure seems to focus on the throwing, when the real story is in the — pardon... Read more
We have some bad news for you — your ship has a gym. In other words, there’s no excuse for leaving your... Read more
You can have all the will in the world, a great attitude that keeps you working hard at the gym, but still... Read more
A trip to the salon is an opportunity to relax, to chat with others, to focus on yourself. It’s about more than... Read more
Jogging may not immediately come to mind when you think of things to do at sea, but it probably should. You don’t... Read more
Ah, imagine a perfect day out on the links, the golfer's zen of the ball, the hole and nothing in between but... Read more
POOL DAY! Whether today's the day for a bit of a dip, a dash of splash or even some swimming — or... Read more
Somebody at Carnival knows just what you need, and it's pretty much exactly the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat. Look, you'll still be on... Read more
The chance to complete an awesome challenge, high above it all… now that's what you want in a good ropes course. An... Read more
Your Carnival cruise may take you far, far away from the competitive daily rat-race, but you'll find an oasis of friendly competition... Read more
A Carnival cruise is all about service. There’s usually someone to take your dinner order, make your bed, bring you drinks, give... Read more
Wanna splish — and splash — the day away? Head on over to WaterWorks, Carnival's onboard waterpark. First up, there's the Twister... Read more
Has anyone told you lately that you’re a beautiful person? Now, with that said, they want to let you know that your... Read more
Hey man, been to the spa lately? Well, why let the ladies have all the fun? You can actually enjoy a lot... Read more
Every Carnival ship caters for children of all ages and that includes Camp Carnival Night Owls, so you can enjoy an evening together without the kids.
When families cruise Carnival, even the smallest fish in the pond have a big, awesome time. Okay, so it’s actually way more... Read more
What does the “C” in Circle “C” stand for? Well, “chill,” “connect” and “cool,” just to name a few. It’s where young... Read more
Your parents deserve a nice vacation… but then again, so do you. So let’s let them go do their thing while you... Read more
Let’s use your imaginations — just think what would happen if Carnival took a normal library and put it through one of... Read more
Think back — as a kid, was there anything better than times you got to stay up late? Even as an adult,... Read more
Camp Carnival offers tons of activities designed for children in three different age groups: 2 to 5 years, 6 to 8 years,... Read more
Everybody’s got their game — the one they’re just made to play — and teens are no exception. On a Carnival cruise,... Read more
Teens know that gaming isn’t the antisocial activity it’s sometimes thought to be. Gaming is about cooperation and competition, not to mention... Read more
To you a cruise may be just the time for chilling, but “relaxing vacation” certainly isn’t on a kid’s bucket list! Slow-time... Read more
Parents can be concerned — and rightly so — about the time kids spend in front of a screen. But this time... Read more
There’s a lot to being a teen — they need to kick back, chill and sometimes even indulge just as much as... Read more
To kids, arts and crafts is a fun way to spend an afternoon. To a parent, on the other hand, it’s something... Read more
Most kids have a favourite teddy bear, that one stuffed buddy they remember with the fondest of cuddly memories. They don’t usually... Read more
Toss it, stretch it, sauce it, cheese it — kids take control during this fun-filled pizza-making experience. Spread some sauce, pile the... Read more
From the whimsical and always wonderful world of Dr. Seuss comes Cats in Hats, Fish Red and Blue, and both kinds of... Read more
Carnival onboard enrichment facilities include art exhibitions, dance classes and much more.
Even if you don’t “know” much about art, of course you can still tell when you like something — who needs a... Read more
When you’re on a Carnival cruise, there are plenty of places to bust out your moves when the mood strikes: in the... Read more
Learn to cook, Steakhouse-style from the team of chefs as they demonstrate the tricks of the trade used to make those multi-course... Read more
Are you known back home as the cocktail captain; raising spirits, mixing it up and pouring it over ice… pleasing the palates... Read more
They've hand selected the best local providers at every port of call so you can relax and focus on having fun on... Read more
Carnival ships have specially designed staterooms for guests using wheelchairs. They have two classifications of staterooms: Accessible staterooms are reserved for guests... Read more
For guests who are deaf or hard of hearing a portable room kit is available if requested prior to sailing. It includes... Read more
Braille signage is available onboard Carnival ships, indicating cabin numbers and public rooms names. The only Braille format documents available are the... Read more
Carnival Cruise Lines only permits service/working dogs onboard, a working/service dog is legally defined and is trained to meet the disability related... Read more
Most simple diet requirements can be accommodated onboard. Carnival do not have Dieticians onboard; therefore, they can only offer assistance with simple... Read more
Drinking alcoholic beverages: Guest must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper I.D. with date... Read more
Daytime Wear- Casual attire is the order of the day. They suggest the following:
Men: shorts, polo shirts, t-shirts, etc
Women: shorts and tops... Read more
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