5 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Paradise
March 18, 2028
5 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Paradise - 3/18/2028

The March 18, 2028 cruise on the Carnival Paradise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 5 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Paradise sets sail on Saturday, Mar 18th and returns on Thursday, Mar 23rd.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Paradise - March 18, 2028 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 18thTampa, Florida
2Mar 19thAt Sea
3Mar 20thCozumel, Mexico
4Mar 21stProgreso (Merida), Mexico
5Mar 22ndAt Sea
6Mar 23rdTampa, Florida

The Carnival Paradise sails on March 18, 2028 for a 5 Night Western Caribbean (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 23rd at 8:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Paradise will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
6
/ 10
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Progreso
Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Paradise Size Infographic

Carnival Paradise

72 k
tonnage
855 ft
length
1998
year built
1,061
cabins
2,606
passengers
920
crew

CARNIVAL PARADISE SIZE

The Paradise has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 71,925 gross tons. The ship measures 855 feet (261 meters) in length. Carnival Paradise is included in Carnival’s Fantasy Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Paradise holds 3,526 passengers. That includes 2,606 cruise vacationers and 920 staff members. The Paradise total number of staterooms is 1,061.

Carnival Paradise Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:71,925 GT
  • Length:855 ft (261 m)
  • Beam:103 ft (31 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:1998
  • Years Served:1998 - Present
  • Capacity:2,606
  • Crew Members:920
  • Total on Board:3,526
  • Total Staterooms:1,061
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:300 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 182028
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 192028
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 202028
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
MAR 212028
Mexico
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 222028
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!

Day6
MAR 232028
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)