Once ranked among the largest ship on the seas, the Carnival Dream offers much to love for cruisers. If you are planning a trip on the Carnival cruise, we have compiled a list of all you can expect from the ship’s history to what activities you will enjoy while onboard.

Carnival Dream Statistics

While the Carnival Dream was on the largest ship at sea, it is no longer the biggest. Here is what the cruise ship measures:

  • Gross Tonnage: 130,000 GT
  • Length: 1,004 feet
  • Guest Capacity: 3,646 people
  • Maximum Guest Capacity: 4,633 people
  • Suites and Staterooms: 1,823
  • Passenger Decks: 14
  • Crew Members and guests: 1,367 people

The Carnival Dream was first floated in 2008 and was their largest ship. Today, the ship is smaller than the largest ship at sea, but the Carnival Cruise Line has done a great job keeping the ship updated to today’s standards and filled with classic Carnival amenities and entertainment.

It was recently refurbished in 2021, where the cruise line removed the conference room and added the bar and the non-smoking casinos. Before 2021, the last refurbishment was in 2017, when the cruise line added new dining options, such as the Bluelguana Cantina and Guy’s Burger Joint.

Staterooms

The Carnival Dreams has 1,823 staterooms, including the suits. Onboard, you will find:

  • 35 accessible staterooms
  • 650-plus interior staterooms
  • 250-plus ocean-view staterooms
  • 832 balcony staterooms

Suites

The Carnival Dream has 44 junior suites, spa suites, ocean suites, and 12 grand suites. The suites are quite large with a lot of amenities. The Cloud 9 Spa Suites have access to spa and spa-related amenities.

The ocean suites give you plenty of ocean views, while the junior suites give you a small space but still allow you to access VIP services that all the guests enjoy in the Carnival Dream Cruise.

What Is The Dining Experience In The Carnival Dream Cruise?

The Carnival Dream Cruise has many free dining options while on board. They include:

  • The Scarlet Restaurant,
  • The Crimson Restaurant
  • Guy’s Burger Joint
  • BlueIguana Cantina, a Caribbean and Mexican-inspired eatery
  • Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse
  • Lido Marketplace, the cruise ship buffet
  • Mongolian Wok, for Asian Cuisine
  • Pizzeria del Capitano,
  • Swirls, for ice cream
  • The Sweet Spot, for sweet treats

You can also enjoy complimentary room service while onboard the Carnival Cruise ship.

Beyond the complimentary dining options, plenty of specialty restaurants are on board the Carnival Dream Cruise. These restaurants include:

  • Bonsai Sushi, for a la carte sushi options
  • The Steakhouse, for fine dining and steakhouse classics
  • The Chef’s Table, a VIP dining experience that’s reservations-only
  • The Coffee Bar, for your cup of coffee
  • The Seafood Shack, for seafood

Entertainment And Fun Activities Onboard The Carnival Dream

The Carnival Dream shines regarding the types of activities, as it is with most Carnival ships. You can always do something for fun on the Carnival Dream cruise. There is something for everyone, from the kids to a party for the adults and relaxing activities. Here are some of the activities you can expect:

A Spa Sanctuary

The Carnival Dream has the Cloud 9 has excellent salon services and spa treatments, including pedicures, manicures, and hot stone massages. You can also access the pool, steam room, and other spa spaces without booking a spa treatment.

A Water Park

WaterWorks is a water park onboard the Carnival Dream cruise, which gives you a load of fun with the many water activities.

The Casino

The new non-smoking casino aboard the cruise ship offers all your favorite casino games and all the ways you can gamble.

The Comedy Club

The Carnival Dream Cruise features the Punchliner Comedy Club, a well-known entertainment venue on the Carnival cruise line. The club offers adult-only and family-friendly shows you can enjoy on the cruise.

Book For Your Parking Early at Safe Cruise Park in Miami

If you are taking your Carnival Dream from Miami, ensure your parking is safe and secure when going on your cruise. We recommend booking your parking space early to avoid inconveniences due to the upcoming spring break.

At Safe Cruise Parking, we ensure your vehicle is safe while on vacation. You can book your slot early to save some cash. Safe Cruise Parking is at 189 NE SECOND STREET, MIAMI, FL 33132.  Check out some directions to get to our lot below.  Check out some directions to get to our lot below.

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