8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)
Carnival Dream
Carnival Dream
December 28, 2024
8 Night Eastern Caribbean

Carnival Dream - 12/28/2024

The December 28, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Dream departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Dream sets sail on Saturday, Dec 28th and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Dream cruise ship departing December 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,359 ($170 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,247 ($156 per night), this represents a recent increase of 9%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,359
9%
vs Avg $1,247

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Dream - December 28, 2024 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 27thGalveston, Texas
2Dec 28thAt Sea
3Dec 30thKey West, Florida
4Dec 31stFreeport, Grand Bahama Island
5Jan 1stHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
6Jan 2ndNassau, Bahamas
7Jan 2ndAt Sea
8Jan 3rdAt Sea
9Jan 5thGalveston, Texas

The Carnival Dream sails on December 28, 2024 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Jan 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Dream will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Dream Size Infographic

Carnival Dream

130 k
tonnage
1,004 ft
length
2009
year built
1,822
cabins
4,631
passengers
1,367
crew

CARNIVAL DREAM SIZE

The Dream has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 130,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet (306 meters) in length. Carnival Dream is included in Carnival’s Dream Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Dream holds 5,998 passengers. That includes 4,631 cruise vacationers and 1,367 staff members. The Dream total number of staterooms is 1,822.

Carnival Dream Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:130,000 GT
  • Length:1,004 ft (306 m)
  • Beam:122 ft (37 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2009
  • Years Served:2009 - Present
  • Capacity:4,631
  • Crew Members:1,367
  • Total on Board:5,998
  • Total Staterooms:1,822
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:740 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Dream age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Dream Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 282024
United States
D:2:30 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 292024
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
DEC 302024
United States
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 312024
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
JAN 12025
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
JAN 22025
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
JAN 32025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
JAN 42025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
JAN 52025
United States
A:7:00 AM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)