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Carnival Dream itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (14 nights)
Carnival Dream itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (14 nights)
14 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Galveston, Texas
CarnivalCarnival Dream

Carnival Dream
January 2, 2027

14-Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean aboard Carnival Dream · Departing January 2, 2027 from the Port of Galveston, Texas.

Interior from$1,129/ guest
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// AT A GLANCE

This 14-night cruise aboard the Dream departs from Galveston, Texas on Saturday, January 2, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Jan 16th. January weather across this route averages 82°/60°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Suite cabins dropped $305 on Jul 12.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 68% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
14
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Galveston
departure port
Texas
03
7
port stops
Caribbean
04
7
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Carnival Dream, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, January 2, 2027 from Galveston, Texas for a 14-night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 7 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 60°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,129, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Carnival Dream sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 Price & Tracking

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 $1,129 ($81 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,272 ($91 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.

Carnival Dream cruise departing January 2, 202714-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,129 ($81 per night). Average price: $1,272.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,202
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Dream · January 2, 2027
$1,129
$81 per night · 14 nights
6% below average
Avg $1,202 · You save $73

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 2, 2027
The Carnival Dream sails on January 2, 2027 for a 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) (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 PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Dream
JANUARY 2, 2027
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14 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · GALVESTON
// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Dream·January 2, 2027
Galveston, Texas — Day 1 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
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.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica — Day 4 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JAN 5

Ocho Rios

Jamaica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 7 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·JAN 8

Bridgetown

Barbados
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Castries, St. Lucia — Day 8 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SATURDAY·JAN 9

Castries

St. Lucia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 9 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
SUNDAY·JAN 10

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 10 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
MONDAY·JAN 11

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 11 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
TUESDAY·JAN 12

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

// 05 · WEATHER

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Dream·January 2, 2027
JAN FORECAST · GALVESTON
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
49°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
75°
AVG LOW
23°
AVG RAINFALL
4.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT GALVESTON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
49°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 Excursions

Carnival Dream·January 2, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Dream itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 68% of all cruises
6.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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 BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
01

Galveston 🇺🇸

Texas · United StatesMODERATE

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
02

Ocho Rios 🇯🇲

Jamaica · JamaicaCAUTION

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
03

Bridgetown 🇧🇧

Barbados · BarbadosMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Castries 🌍

St. Lucia · St LuciaMODERATE

Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

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
06

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

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
07

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Dream Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Dream
CARNIVAL · DREAM
CHRISTENED
2009
STATEROOMS
1,822
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 1,822.

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// 09 · FAQ

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FAQs for yourCarnival Dream·January 2, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,129 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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