8 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)
Carnival Miracle
Carnival Miracle
December 20, 2025
8 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Miracle - 12/20/2025

The December 20, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Miracle departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 8 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Miracle sets sail on Saturday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Dec 28th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Miracle cruise ship departing December 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,014 ($127 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,098 ($138 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Miracle - December 20, 2025 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 19thTampa, Florida
2Dec 20thAt Sea
3Dec 22ndGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
4Dec 22ndAt Sea
5Dec 24thMahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
6Dec 25thBelize City, Belize
7Dec 26thCozumel, Mexico
8Dec 26thAt Sea
9Dec 28thTampa, Florida

The Carnival Miracle sails on December 20, 2025 for a 8 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Miracle 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
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.
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.
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
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Miracle Size Infographic

Carnival Miracle

89 k
tonnage
963 ft
length
2004
year built
1,060
cabins
2,680
passengers
910
crew

CARNIVAL MIRACLE SIZE

The Miracle has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Miracle is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Miracle holds 3,590 passengers. That includes 2,680 cruise vacationers and 910 staff members. The Miracle total number of staterooms is 1,060.

Carnival Miracle Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:88,500 GT
  • Length:963 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2004
  • Years Served:2004 - Present
  • Capacity:2,680
  • Crew Members:910
  • Total on Board:3,590
  • Total Staterooms:1,060
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:375 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Miracle 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 Miracle Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 202025
United States
D:2:30 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 212025
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 222025
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)

Day4
DEC 232025
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!

Day5
DEC 242025
A:7:30 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 252025
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)

Day7
DEC 262025
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day8
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!

Day9
DEC 282025
United States
A:7:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)