10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)
Carnival Legend
Carnival Legend
December 26, 2025
10 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Legend - 12/26/2025

The December 26, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Legend departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Legend sets sail on Friday, Dec 26th and returns on Monday, Jan 5th.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
4

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Legend cruise ship departing December 26, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,528 ($153 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,505 ($151 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Legend - December 26, 2025 - 10 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 25thGalveston, Texas
2Dec 26thAt Sea
3Dec 28thCozumel, Mexico
4Dec 29thBelize City, Belize
5Dec 30thMahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
6Dec 30thAt Sea
7Jan 1stMontego Bay, Jamaica
8Jan 2ndGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
9Jan 2ndAt Sea
10Jan 3rdAt Sea
11Jan 5thGalveston, Texas

The Carnival Legend sails on December 26, 2025 for a 10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Jan 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Legend will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
65 / 100
safer than 65% of all cruises
65
7
/ 10
Galveston, Texas
Galveston
Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
7
/ 10
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Mahogany Bay
Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.
6
/ 10
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay
Travelers should stay in well-trafficked areas and use authorized transportation in Montego Bay due to moderate to high crime rates.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Legend Size Infographic

Carnival Legend

89 k
tonnage
963 ft
length
2002
year built
1,062
cabins
2,610
passengers
930
crew

CARNIVAL LEGEND SIZE

The Legend has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Legend is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Legend holds 3,540 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Legend total number of staterooms is 1,062.

Carnival Legend Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:88,500 GT
  • Length:963 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,610
  • Crew Members:930
  • Total on Board:3,540
  • Total Staterooms:1,062
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:375 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Legend age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Legend Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 262025
United States
D:3:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 272025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
DEC 282025
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 292025
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day5
DEC 302025
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 312025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
JAN 12026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers docking at Montego Bay Port. Travelers explore Rose Hall Great House and Doctor’s Cave Beach. Excursions include rafting on Martha Brae. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial estates 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 beach exploration. Montego Bay’s vibrant charm offers a lively Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Montego Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
JAN 22026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day9
JAN 32026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
JAN 42026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
JAN 52026
United States
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)