Meet Galveston’s Newest Ship – Carnival Tropicale – On Sale Today
Carnival Cruise Line will debut a second Excel-class ship in Galveston in 2028 – Carnival Tropicale. Bookings opened today and we’ve got your first look inside this exciting new ship.
From innovative attractions and dining to unforgettable destinations throughout the Caribbean, Carnival Tropicale will bring an exciting new vacation option to Texas when she debuts in 2028 from Galveston.
SAIL TO PARADISE & BUCKET LIST DESTINATIONS FROM GALVESTON
Beginning April 15, 2028, Carnival Tropicale will bring a whole new level of fun to Galveston, proudly sailing with the Star of Texas on her bow and offering exciting new ways for your clients to vacation from the Lone Star State.
Carnival Tropicale will offer a variety of four-, five-, six- and eight-day cruises, giving you plenty of ways to find the sailing that’s right for you.
Even better, itineraries will connect guests to destinations that are a part of Carnival’s exclusive Paradise Collection, including Celebration Key, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, Isla Tropicale and Puerta Maya, along with popular Caribbean ports like Cozumel and Nassau.
GO ALL-IN ON FAMILY FUN AT SUNSATION POINT
The fun gets even bigger onboard at Sunsation Point, a vibrant, multi-deck family zone designed to keep the excitement going from day to night. At the center is Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, featuring six waterslides, including family raft rides SunSoaker and Turning Tides, Racing Currents racing slides and splash areas for younger cruisers. You can also take on the Treehouse Adventure Trail, play a round at the redesigned Fairway 66 Mini Golf or enjoy new arcade experiences like The Vault Retrocade. As the sun sets, the excitement continues with special evening activities and extended waterpark hours.
THE NEXT COURSE OF FLAVORS: FETACCINE | EMERIL’S COASTAL SEAFOOD | UKU LEI LEI
The fun continues at the table with The Next Course, a collection of dining concepts bringing flavors from around the world to Carnival Tropicale. Guests can enjoy Uku Lei Lei, featuring Hawaiian-inspired cuisine with Asian influences; Fetaccine, blending Greek and Italian flavors; and Emeril’s Coastal Seafood, serving seafood dishes inspired by America’s coastlines and created in partnership with Carnival’s Chief Culinary Officer, Chef Emeril Lagasse.
RAISING THE BAR – LITERALLY: ALCHEMY BAR | PIANO BAR 88
Whether you’re sipping a handcrafted cocktail at Alchemy Bar or enjoying live music at Piano Bar 88, guests will find the perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure.
INSPIRED BY THE GOLDEN ERA OF SHOW BUSINESS
And this is just the beginning! Carnival Tropicale will introduce new entertainment experiences and exclusive spaces inspired by the golden era of show business. Stay tuned as we reveal more of what you can look forward to onboard in the months ahead.
ON SALE TODAY!
Bookings are open now. Visit our Galveston cruises page for sailing dates and itineraries, then click the “Request a Consultation” button to get the planning started with Premier Custom Travel.
