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Carnival Festivale itinerary map for January 22, 2028 (8 nights)
Carnival Festivale itinerary map for January 22, 2028 (8 nights)
8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Port Canaveral, Florida
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Carnival Festivale
January 22, 2028

8-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Carnival Festivale · Departing January 22, 2028 from the Port of Port Canaveral, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Festivale departs from Port Canaveral, Florida on Saturday, January 22, 2028 and returns on Sunday, Jan 30th. January weather across this route averages 82°/57°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10 — Port Canaveral (8.0), Oranjestad (8.0), Willemstad (8.0), Celebration Key (7.1).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 78% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Port Canaveral
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Carnival Festivale, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, January 22, 2028 from Port Canaveral, Florida for a 8-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 57°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $879, 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 Festivale sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL FESTIVALE·JANUARY 22, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Festivale cruise ship departing January 22, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $879 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $880 ($110 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

Carnival Festivale cruise departing January 22, 20288-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $879 ($110 per night). Average price: $880.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $879
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Festivale · January 22, 2028
$879
$110 per night · 8 nights
0% below average
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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 22, 2028
The Carnival Festivale sails on January 22, 2028 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Festivale will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Festivale
JANUARY 22, 2028
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · PORT CANAVERAL
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Festivale·January 22, 2028
Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 1 of Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·JAN 22

Port Canaveral

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:30 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JAN 25

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:00 PM
10:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·JAN 26

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

Celebration Key, Bahamas — Day 8 of Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SATURDAY·JAN 29

Celebration Key

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.

// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Festivale·January 22, 2028
JAN FORECAST · PORT CANAVERAL
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
60°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
38°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT PORT CANAVERAL
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
60°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Festivale January 22, 2028 Excursions

Carnival Festivale·January 22, 2028

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
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral 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 78% of all cruises
7.8/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Port Canaveral 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesSAFE

Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Celebration Key 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasMODERATE

Celebration Key prioritizes guest safety with controlled access and security, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Festivale Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Festivale
CARNIVAL · XL
CHRISTENED
2027
STATEROOMS
2,682
TONNAGE
183,521GT
51.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2027
18 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,130ft
13.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
6,630cruisers
59.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Festivale has a construction date of 2027 and a total size of 183,521 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet in length. Carnival Festivale is included in Carnival's XL class. At full capacity, the Festivale holds 6,630 passengers. That includes 4,895 cruise vacationers and 1,735 staff members. The Festivale total number of staterooms is 2,682.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourCarnival Festivale·January 22, 2028sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $879 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
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