Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Dream

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Fun & Festive Families Budget Friendly First-Time Cruisers

Year Built

2009

Passengers

3,646

Tonnage

128,251 GT

Decks

About the Ship

Carnival Dream

Carnival Dream was the lead ship of the Dream Class, introducing the Lanai wraparound promenade with ocean-view dining, the WaterWorks aqua park, and an expansive Serenity adults-only retreat.

Ship Highlights

Large resort-style ship with extensive amenities

Dining Experience

Carnival serves up fun dining with Guy Fieri's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, and the Seafood Shack included at no extra charge. Specialty dining features the steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano Italian, and Bonsai Sushi. The main dining room offers multi-course meals nightly.

Entertainment & Activities

Known as "The Fun Ships," Carnival delivers Playlist Production shows, the Punchliner Comedy Club, and the Lip Sync Battle stage. The WaterWorks aqua park, SkyRide aerial attraction, and BOLT roller coaster (Excel Class) keep the energy high day and night. With 15 decks to explore, there's always something new to discover.

Staterooms & Suites

Carnival offers interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite categories at accessible price points. The Havana Cabana staterooms (Vista/Excel Class) include a private pool area, while Excel Class ships feature the unique Loft 19 retreat. Carnival Dream accommodates up to 3,646 guests.

Good to Know

This large ship offers plenty of space to explore. Download the cruise line's app before boarding for easy navigation and reservations. Consider a drink package or specialty dining package if you plan to dine outside the complimentary venues regularly.

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Specifications

Ship Details

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Year Built: 2009
Passenger Capacity: 3,646
Gross Tonnage: 128,251 GT
Length: 306.0m
Speed: 22.5 knots
Crew: 1,367
Decks: 15
Registry: Panama

Visual Journey

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Sailing Schedule

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Guest Experiences

Traveler Reviews

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"Our experience on Carnival Dream was absolutely incredible. The ship is beautiful and well-maintained, and the ports of call were amazing. We booked all our excursions through Vacation Booker and saved a fortune compared to the cruise line prices."

Michael K.

Carnival Cruise Line | Jan 2026

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"This was our third cruise on Carnival Dream and it never disappoints. The staff is wonderful and the itinerary was perfect. We used Vacation Booker for a private snorkeling tour that was the highlight of the entire trip."

Diana P.

Carnival Cruise Line | Nov 2025

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"First-time cruisers and we chose Carnival Dream. The ship exceeded all expectations. We loved how easy it was to book our shore excursions in advance, and the return-to-ship guarantee gave us total peace of mind."

Alex W.

Carnival Cruise Line | Dec 2025

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