7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)
Carnival Dream
Carnival Dream
December 12, 2026
7 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Dream - 12/12/2026

The December 12, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Dream departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Dream sets sail on Saturday, Dec 12th and returns on Saturday, Dec 19th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Dream cruise ship departing December 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $629 ($90 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $681 ($98 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Dream - December 12, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 11thGalveston, Texas
2Dec 12thAt Sea
3Dec 14thCozumel, Mexico
4Dec 15thBelize City, Belize
5Dec 16thMahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
6Dec 16thAt Sea
7Dec 17thAt Sea
8Dec 19thGalveston, Texas

The Carnival Dream sails on December 12, 2026 for a 7 Night Western 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 Dec 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Dream will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
7
/ 10
Galveston, Texas
Galveston
Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
7
/ 10
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Mahogany Bay
Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.

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 122026
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 132026
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 142026
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 152026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
DEC 162026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Mahogany Bay Port. Travelers explore Carambola Gardens and West Bay Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Starfish Alley. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mahogany Bay’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Mahogany Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 172026
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!

Day7
DEC 182026
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
DEC 192026
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)