8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip)
Carnival Miracle
Carnival Miracle
March 14, 2026
8 Night Panama Canal

Carnival Miracle - 3/14/2026

The March 14, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Miracle departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Miracle sets sail on Saturday, Mar 14th and returns on Sunday, Mar 22nd.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Miracle cruise ship departing March 14, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,454 ($182 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,271 ($159 per night), this represents a recent increase of 14%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Miracle - March 14, 2026 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 14thTampa, Florida
2Mar 15thAt Sea
3Mar 16thAt Sea
4Mar 17thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
5Mar 18thColon, Panama
6Mar 19thAt Sea
7Mar 20thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
8Mar 21stAt Sea
9Mar 22ndTampa, Florida

The Carnival Miracle sails on March 14, 2026 for a 8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Mar 22nd at 8:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Miracle will visit 3 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
66 / 100
safer than 66% of all cruises
66
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.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
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 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
MAR 142026
United States
D:3:30 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
MAR 152026
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
MAR 162026
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!

Day4
MAR 172026
A:11:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 182026
A:9:00 AMD:6:30 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
MAR 192026
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
MAR 202026
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 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)

Day8
MAR 212026
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
MAR 222026
United States
A:8:00 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)