Carnival Freedom itinerary map for August 18, 2026
Carnival Freedom

14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys on Carnival Carnival Freedom

August 18, 2026

Carnival Freedom August 18, 2026

The Carnival Freedom August 18, 2026 cruise departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona) sailing, the Carnival Freedom will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Aug 18th and returns on Tuesday, Sep 1st, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
9
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Carnival Freedom · August 18, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Freedom cruise ship departing August 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $650 ($47 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $790 ($57 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 18%.

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$740
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$1,240
16% vs avg $1,477
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$3,100
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Carnival Freedom · August 18, 2026

The Carnival Freedom sails on August 18, 2026 for a 14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 5:30 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Sep 1st at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Carnival Freedom will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona)

  • AUG18
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: — - D: 5:30 PM
  • AUG19
    Celebration Key, Bahamas
    Celebration Key, Bahamas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
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  • AUG28
    At Sea
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  • AUG29
    Tangier, Morocco
    Tangier, Morocco
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG30
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG31
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP01
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 18, 2026 · 14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona)

Port Canaveral, Florida
Day 1•Tuesday, Aug 18

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:30 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.

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Celebration Key, Bahamas
Day 2•Wednesday, Aug 19

Celebration Key, Bahamas

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 3•Thursday, Aug 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 4•Friday, Aug 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 5•Saturday, Aug 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 6•Sunday, Aug 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 7•Monday, Aug 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 8•Tuesday, Aug 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 9•Wednesday, Aug 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 10•Thursday, Aug 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 11•Friday, Aug 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Tangier, Morocco
Day 12•Saturday, Aug 29

Tangier, Morocco

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

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Malaga, Spain
Day 13•Sunday, Aug 30

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

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Alicante, Spain
Day 14•Monday, Aug 31

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 15•Tuesday, Sep 1

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Weather Forecast

Carnival Freedom - August 18, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Port Canaveral, Florida

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August

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

75°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.26in

Daily average

7.9 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
7
/ 10
Celebration Key, Bahamas
Celebration Key
Celebration Key prioritizes guest safety with controlled access and security, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.
6
/ 10
Tangier, Morocco
Tangier
Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Freedom

⚓ Tonnage

110,000

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

3,754

vs avg 4,158

The Freedom has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Carnival Freedom is included in Carnival’s Conquest class. At full capacity, the Carnival Freedom holds 3,754 passengers. That includes 2,604 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Freedom total number of staterooms is 1,489.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (August 18, 2026)

Todd Evans

Todd Evans

Country: N/A•Start: May 14, 2026•End: Sep 1, 2026

Todd Evans is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director recognized for his friendly demeanor and steady, professional hosting style.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Carnival Freedom sailing on August 18, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Port Canaveral, Florida.

What ports does the Carnival Freedom visit on the August 18, 2026 cruise?

This route includes port-canaveral-florida, celebration-key-bahamas, tangier-morocco, malaga-spain, alicante-spain, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Carnival Freedom August 18, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 9 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Freedom sailing on August 18, 2026?

Todd Evans is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

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 Freedom itinerary?

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

Last Updated: Mar 29, 2026