Carnival Glory itinerary map for December 31, 2023 (7 nights)
Carnival Glory itinerary map for December 31, 2023 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · New Orleans, Louisiana
CarnivalCarnival Glory

Carnival Glory
December 31, 2023

7-Night Western Caribbean aboard Carnival Glory · Departing December 31, 2023 from the Port of New Orleans, Louisiana.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Glory departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 31, 2023 and returns on Sunday, Jan 7th. December weather across this route averages 81°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.9 out of 10 — New Orleans (5.5), Mahogany Bay (6.6), Belize City (4.5), Cozumel (7.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
5.9OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 59% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
New Orleans
departure port
Louisiana
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 2
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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 31, 2023
The Carnival Glory sails on December 31, 2023 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) (New Orleans Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Jan 7th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Glory will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Glory
DECEMBER 31, 2023
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · NEW ORLEANS
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Glory·December 31, 2023
New Orleans, Louisiana — Day 1 of Carnival Glory December 31, 2023 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 31

New Orleans

Louisiana
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:30 PM

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination.

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 4 of Carnival Glory December 31, 2023 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·JAN 3

Mahogany Bay

Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

Belize City, Belize — Day 5 of Carnival Glory December 31, 2023 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·JAN 4

Belize City

Belize
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 6 of Carnival Glory December 31, 2023 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·JAN 5

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Glory·December 31, 2023
DEC FORECAST · NEW ORLEANS
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
54°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
76°
AVG LOW
32°
AVG RAINFALL
5.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT NEW ORLEANS
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
54°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Glory December 31, 2023 Excursions

Carnival Glory·December 31, 2023

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

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all New Orleans excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans 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
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 59% of all cruises
5.9/10 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

New Orleans 🇺🇸

Louisiana · United StatesCAUTION

Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Mahogany Bay 🇭🇳

Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras · HondurasMODERATE

Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Belize City 🇧🇿

Belize · BelizeHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Glory Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Glory
CARNIVAL · CONQUEST
CHRISTENED
2003
STATEROOMS
1,490
TONNAGE
110,000GT
9.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
6 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
952ft
4.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,756cruisers
9.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Glory has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Carnival Glory is included in Carnival's Conquest class. At full capacity, the Glory holds 3,756 passengers. That includes 2,606 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Glory total number of staterooms is 1,490.

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// 09 · FAQ

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