Carnival has just confirmed the addition of twenty cruises to Cuba from Tampa onboard Carnival Paradise in 2019.
The new voyages are in addition to the 17 recently announced Cuba cruises aboard Carnival Sensation departing from Miami in 2019, revealing how popular cruising to the island has become.
“Our Cuba cruises have been met with phenomenal guest response since we began sailing to the island last year and we’re thrilled to add yet another 20 voyages to this fascinating and sought-after destination,” said president of Carnival Cruise Line, Christine Duffy.
The newly added five-day voyages on Carnival Paradise will depart from Tampa on Saturdays and feature a day-long or a full day and overnight call in the Cuban capital Havana, along with stops at tropical destinations Key West and Cozumel.
Carnival Paradise’s new Cuba cruise schedule will include:
—10 five-day cruises overnighting in Havana with a visit to Key West, departing on the following dates in 2019:
-March 2nd
-April 13th
-May 25th
-June 22nd
-July 6th
-August 3rd and 17th
-September 14th and 28th
-October 26th
–-Six five-day voyages featuring a day-long call in Havana and a visit to Cozumel, departing on the following dates in 2019:
-January 5th
-March 16th
-May 11th
-August 31st
-November 9th
-December 7th
–-Four five-day sailings featuring day-long calls to Havana, Key West and Cozumel, departing on the following dates in 2019:
-February 16th
-June 8th
-July 20th
-October 12th
Guests sailing on Carnival’s Cuba cruises can choose from nearly 20 different shore excursion experiences that showcase the island’s vibrant culture, majestic beauty and centuries-old architectural landmarks.
There is also an onboard Cuba expert who discusses the country’s rich history and culture along with a variety of Cuban-themed activities and entertainment.
This includes the sizzling Amor Cubano: A Caribbean Dance Romance Playlist Productions show along with Havana-inspired deck parties, trivia contests and salsa lessons.
Carnival Paradise completed an extensive, multi-million-dollar refurbishment last month that added a spectacular water park, 38 new cabins, 98 balconies to existing staterooms and a host of exciting food and beverage concepts.
New spaces include:
-Guy’s Burger Joint
-The poolside RedFrog Rum Bar
-BlueIguana Tequila Bar
-The BlueIguana Cantina Mexican eatery
-Anew Camp Ocean marine-themed play area
-A nine-hole miniature golf course
-A Pixels-branded digital photo platform
-Enhanced retail offerings including boutiques from Pandora and Guess.
What do you think to Carnival’s Cuba cruises? Would you choose Carnival to cruise to the island with? Have you visited before? Are you impressed with Carnival Paradise’s refit? Leave us your comments…
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