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Carnival Legend itinerary map for December 18, 2025 (8 nights)
Carnival Legend itinerary map for December 18, 2025 (8 nights)
8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Galveston, Texas
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Carnival Legend
December 18, 2025

8-Night Western Caribbean aboard Carnival Legend · Departing December 18, 2025 from the Port of Galveston, Texas.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Legend departs from Galveston, Texas on Thursday, December 18, 2025 and returns on Friday, Dec 26th. December weather across this route averages 82°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.4OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 64% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
8
night cruise
Thu → Fri
02
Galveston
departure port
Texas
03
5
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

The Carnival Legend, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, December 18, 2025 from Galveston, Texas for a 8-night Western Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 55°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin 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 Legend sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL LEGEND·DECEMBER 18, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Legend cruise ship departing December 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $954 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,034 ($130 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

Carnival Legend cruise departing December 18, 20258-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $954 ($120 per night). Average price: $1,034.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $928
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Legend · December 18, 2025
$954
$120 per night · 8 nights
3% above average
Avg $928

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 18, 2025
The Carnival Legend sails on December 18, 2025 for a 8 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Dec 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Legend will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Legend
DECEMBER 18, 2025
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · GALVESTON
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Legend·December 18, 2025
Galveston, Texas — Day 1 of Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·DEC 18

Galveston

Texas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:30 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.

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 4 of Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·DEC 21

Mahogany Bay

Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 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 Legend December 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
MONDAY·DEC 22

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.

Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 6 of Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·DEC 23

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven 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. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 7 of Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
WEDNESDAY·DEC 24

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

8 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Legend·December 18, 2025
DEC FORECAST · GALVESTON
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
55°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
78°
AVG LOW
31°
AVG RAINFALL
4.5"
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
55°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Legend December 18, 2025 Excursions

Carnival Legend·December 18, 2025

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 Legend itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Western 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
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 64% of all cruises
6.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 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

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

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

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 Legend Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Legend
CARNIVAL · SPIRIT
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,062
TONNAGE
88,500GT
26.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
963ft
3.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,610cruisers
37.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Legend has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. Carnival Legend is included in Carnival's Spirit class. At full capacity, the Legend holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Legend total number of staterooms is 1,062.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·December 18, 2025
Felipe Mendes — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · CARNIVAL LEGEND

Felipe Mendes

From Brazil🇧🇷

Felipe Mendes is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director originally from Brazil. Known for his enthusiastic hosting style, he brings music, humor, and high energy to shipwide events and guest programming.

CONTRACT
CARNIVAL LEGEND
YOUR SAIL · DECEMBER 18, 2025
STARTS
Nov 6, 2025
ENDS
Jan 15, 2026
// 10 · FAQ

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