ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:30 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Dream sails at 4:30 PM.
14 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Galveston, Texas
CarnivalCarnival Dream
Carnival Dream
October 18, 2025
14-Night Eastern Caribbean - Carnival Journeys aboard Carnival Dream · Departing October 18, 2025 from the Port of Galveston, Texas.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Dream October 18, 2025 Cruise Overview
Carnival Dream leaves Galveston, Texas on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM and returns Saturday, November 1 at 8:00 AM: 14 nights with 8 ports of call (Key West, Grand Turk Island, San Juan, Charlotte Amalie, Basseterre, Philipsburg, Frederiksted and Ocho Rios) and 5 days at sea. Carnival Dream sails this itinerary 3 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 17, 2026. October averages 87°F highs and 77°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports. Balcony cabins rose $730 on Oct 12.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Dream October 18, 2025 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Carnival Dream October 18, 2025 Price & Tracking
CARNIVAL DREAM·OCTOBER 18, 2025
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Dream cruise ship departing October 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,734 ($124 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,568 ($112 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.
Carnival Dream cruise departing October 18, 2025 — 14-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,734 ($124 per night). Average price: $1,568.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,734
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Dream · October 18, 2025
$1,734
$124 per night · 14 nights
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0% below average
Avg $1,734
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// 03 · ITINERARY
14 Night Eastern Caribbean - Carnival Journeys (Galveston Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 18, 2025
All 15 days of the Carnival Dream October 18, 2025 cruise, including 5 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
14 Night Eastern Caribbean - Carnival Journeys (Galveston Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Dream·October 18, 2025
Day 2 · Sunday · Oct 19
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.
Day 4 · Tuesday · Oct 21
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Dream.
Day 11 · Tuesday · Oct 28
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Dream.
Day 13 · Thursday · Oct 30
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Dream.
Day 14 · Friday · Oct 31
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Dream.
// 05 · WEATHER
14 Night Eastern Caribbean - Carnival Journeys (Galveston Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Dream·October 18, 2025
// YEAR-ROUND AT GALVESTON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Galveston Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Carnival Dream itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
9 PORTS OF CALL·1,426 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST GALVESTON SHORE TOURSBest Galveston Shore ToursCURATED FROM 17 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 17WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.6(40)
$121.74
Private Tour of Galveston
If you want to see all that Galveston Island has to offer, you will want to come with Joyride to capture all…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.3(14)
$27.06
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour
The Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour is a perfect blend of history and indulgence, offering a memorable and…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(2)
$29
Island Dolphin Tours
Experience, Value and Exceptional Service At Island Tours of Galveston, the dolphin tours stand out because…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(2)
$20
Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour
Discover the rich history of The League-Kempner House, an 1893 Victorian mansion undergoing a remarkable…
1 HOURBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$595
Private Shuttle Galveston to Hobby Airport (HOU) For 10 Travelers
At AAdmirals, we stand out by offering premium transportation services tailored to your needs. Here’s what…
55 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$700
Group Shuttle: Galveston to Houston Airports & Hotels
At AAdmirals, we stand out by offering premium transportation services tailored to your needs. Here’s what…
70 TO 90 MINSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$375
Private SUV Transfer Galveston to Hobby Airport for 6 People
At AAdmirals, we stand out by offering premium transportation services tailored to your needs. Here’s what…
25 TO 60 MINSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$40
Galveston History and Architecture Tour
Step back in time and explore the charm of Galveston’s Historic Strand District on our most popular tour!…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Galveston has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL GALVESTON EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Carnival Dream sails October 18, 2025, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
14 Night Eastern Caribbean - Carnival Journeys (Galveston Roundtrip)
Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Frederiksted is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in some neighborhoods due to moderate crime levels.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Carnival Dream Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
TONNAGE
130,000GT
7.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2009
SAME AS AVG· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,004ft
1.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,631cruisers
11.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Carnival Dream has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 130,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet in length. Carnival Dream is included in Carnival's Dream class. At full capacity, the Dream holds 4,631 passengers. That includes 3,264 cruise vacationers and 1,367 staff members. The Dream total number of staterooms is 1,823.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More Carnival Dream cruises
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Dream·October 18, 2025sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 12, 2026
