Carnival Spirit itinerary map for December 21, 2024 (8 nights)
Carnival Spirit cruise ship

Carnival Spirit — December 21, 20248-Night Western Caribbean on Carnival

This 8-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Mobile, Alabama on Saturday, December 21, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 29th. December weather across this route averages 81°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins rose $21 on Nov 26.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Mobile
Alabama
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024

Carnival Spirit · December 21, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Spirit cruise ship departing December 21, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,075 ($135 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,099 ($138 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.

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Inside
$1,075
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Oceanview
$1,205
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Balcony
$1,225
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Suite
$3,080

Price History – Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024

inside cabin
Carnival Spirit
December 21, 2024
$1,075
2% vs avg: $1,099

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Western Caribbean (Mobile Roundtrip)

Carnival Spirit · December 21, 2024

The Carnival Spirit sails on December 21, 2024 for a 8 Night Western Caribbean (Mobile Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Mobile, Alabama at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Mobile, Alabama on Dec 29th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Western Caribbean (Mobile Roundtrip)

  • DEC21
    Mobile, Alabama
    Mobile, Alabama
    A: — - D: 2:30 PM
  • DEC22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC23
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • DEC24
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC25
    Belize City, Belize
    Belize City, Belize
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC27
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC29
    Mobile, Alabama
    Mobile, Alabama
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 21, 2024 · 8 Night Western Caribbean (Mobile Roundtrip)

Mobile, Alabama — Day 1 of Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 21

Mobile, Alabama

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:30 PM

Mobile, Alabama, offers docking at Mobile Port. Travelers explore USS Alabama and Mobile Carnival Museum. Excursions visit Bellingrath Gardens. Local markets sell gumbo. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures battleships and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp po’boys, an Alabamian favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Mobile’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic gardens, making Mobile an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 2 at sea — Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 3 of Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Dec 23

Costa Maya, Mexico

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven 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. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

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Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 4 of Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 24

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

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Belize City, Belize — Day 5 of Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 25

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Day 6 at sea — Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 7 of Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Dec 27

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Weather Forecast

Carnival Spirit - December 21, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Mobile, Alabama

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December

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

29°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.18in

Daily average

5.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
7
/ 10
Mobile, Alabama
Mobile
Mobile is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant and secure belongings due to moderate property crime.
7
/ 10
Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya
Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.
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 Spirit

⚓ Tonnage

88,500

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

2,610

vs avg 4,158

The Spirit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. Carnival Spirit is included in Carnival’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Carnival Spirit holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,062.

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Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Spirit December 21, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, December averages 81°F highs and 55°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 21, 2024 Carnival Spirit itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Spirit sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Spirit departs Mobile, Alabama on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:30 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 29th, 2024 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Spirit sailing on December 21, 2024?▾

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Last Updated: May 17, 2026