Carnival Dream itinerary map for January 2, 2027
Carnival Dream

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean on Carnival Carnival Dream

January 2, 2027

Carnival Dream January 2, 2027

The Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the Carnival Dream will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Jan 2nd and returns on Saturday, Jan 16th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
7
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Cruise Price

Carnival Dream · January 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Dream cruise ship departing January 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,044 ($75 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,305 ($94 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 20%.

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Carnival Dream · January 2, 2027

The Carnival Dream sails on January 2, 2027 for a 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Jan 16th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Carnival Dream will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

  • JAN02
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: — - D: 3:30 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN08
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    Castries, St. Lucia
    Castries, St. Lucia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN10
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN11
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN12
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 2, 2027 · 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Galveston, Texas
Day 1•Saturday, Jan 2

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:30 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 5

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 6•Thursday, Jan 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bridgetown, Barbados
Day 7•Friday, Jan 8

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

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Castries, St. Lucia
Day 8•Saturday, Jan 9

Castries, St. Lucia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 9•Sunday, Jan 10

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 10•Monday, Jan 11

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Day 11•Tuesday, Jan 12

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 12•Wednesday, Jan 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 13•Thursday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Friday, Jan 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Galveston, Texas
Day 15•Saturday, Jan 16

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Dream - January 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Galveston, Texas

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January

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.14in

Daily average

4.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
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.
6
/ 10
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Ocho Rios
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
8
/ 10
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Amber Cove
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Dream

⚓ Tonnage

130,000

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,009

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

1,004

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

4,631

vs avg 4,158

The 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 Carnival Dream holds 4,631 passengers. That includes 3,264 cruise vacationers and 1,367 staff members. The Dream total number of staterooms is 1,822.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Carnival Dream sailing on January 2, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Galveston, Texas.

What ports does the Carnival Dream visit on the January 2, 2027 cruise?

This route includes galveston-texas, ocho-rios-jamaica, bridgetown-barbados, castries-st-lucia, basseterre-st-kitts, san-juan-puerto-rico, amber-cove-dominican-republic.

How many sea days are included on this Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Dream sailing on January 2, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Dream itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 23, 2026