Carnival Radiance - 12/29/2025
The December 29, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Radiance departs from Long Beach (Los Angeles), California. On this 4 Night Baja Mexico (Los Angeles Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Radiance sets sail on Monday, Dec 29th and returns on Friday, Jan 2nd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Radiance cruise ship departing December 29, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $569 ($143 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $669 ($168 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Radiance - December 29, 2025 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 28th | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
| 2 | Dec 30th | Catalina Island, California |
| 3 | Dec 31st | Ensenada, Mexico |
| 4 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 5 | Jan 2nd | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
The Carnival Radiance sails on December 29, 2025 for a 4 Night Baja Mexico (Los Angeles Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California on Jan 2nd at 7:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Carnival Radiance will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 1 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 Radiance
CARNIVAL RADIANCE SIZE
The Radiance has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 101,509 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet (272 meters) in length. Carnival Radiance is included in Carnival’s Sunshine Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Radiance holds 4,981 passengers. That includes 3,873 cruise vacationers and 1,108 staff members. The Radiance total number of staterooms is 1,491.
Carnival Radiance Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:101,509 GT
- Length:893 ft (272 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2000
- Years Served:2000 - Present
- Capacity:3,873
- Crew Members:1,108
- Total on Board:4,981
- Total Staterooms:1,491
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:410 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Radiance 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.
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Cruise Ports
Long Beach (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at Long Beach Port. Travelers explore Queen Mary and Aquarium of the Pacific. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Long Beach’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic coasts, making Long Beach an engaging destination. (126 words)
Catalina Island, California, offers docking at Avalon Port. Travelers explore Descanso Beach and Wrigley Botanical Garden. Excursions include zip-lining and glass-bottom boat tours. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures island cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like tile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance island hikes. Catalina’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Catalina Island an engaging destination. (126 words)
Ensenada, Mexico, offers docking at Ensenada Port. Travelers explore La Bufadora and Riviera Cultural Center. Excursions include wine-tasting in Valle de Guadalupe. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures blowholes and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance winery walks. Ensenada’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and wine culture, making Ensenada an engaging destination for exploration. (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!
Long Beach (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at Long Beach Port. Travelers explore Queen Mary and Aquarium of the Pacific. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Long Beach’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic coasts, making Long Beach an engaging destination. (126 words)