Carnival Magic - 12/27/2025
The December 27, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Magic departs from Miami, Florida. On this 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Magic sets sail on Saturday, Dec 27th and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Magic cruise ship departing December 27, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,224 ($153 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,174 ($147 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Magic - December 27, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 29th | Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic |
| 4 | Dec 30th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 5 | Dec 31st | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 6 | Jan 1st | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 7 | Jan 1st | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 4th | Miami, Florida |
The Carnival Magic sails on December 27, 2025 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Magic will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 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.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Magic
CARNIVAL MAGIC SIZE
The Magic has a construction date of 2011 and a total size of 130,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet (306 meters) in length. Carnival Magic is included in Carnival’s Dream Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Magic holds 6,110 passengers. That includes 4,724 cruise vacationers and 1,386 staff members. The Magic total number of staterooms is 1,844.
Carnival Magic Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:130,000 GT
- Length:1,004 ft (306 m)
- Beam:122 ft (37 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2011
- Years Served:2011 - Present
- Capacity:4,724
- Crew Members:1,386
- Total on Board:6,110
- Total Staterooms:1,844
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:740 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Magic 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 Magic Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination. (126 words)
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)