Carnival Spirit - December 26, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
Carnival Spirit
Mobile, Alabama
Key West, Florida
Princess Cays

Carnival Spirit - December 26, 2026

The December 26, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Spirit departs from Mobile, Alabama. On this 8 Night Bahamas (Mobile Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Spirit sets sail on Saturday, Dec 26th and returns on Sunday, Jan 3rd.

8nights

December 26, 2026

Dec 26th - Jan 3rd

Carnival Spirit

Carnival Spirit

Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Spirit - December 26, 2026

8 Night Bahamas

from Mobile, Alabama

Carnival Spirit Size Infographic

Carnival Spirit

89 k
tonnage
963 ft
length
2001
year built
1,062
cabins
2,610
passengers
930
crew

CARNIVAL SPIRIT SIZE

The Spirit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Spirit is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Spirit holds 3,540 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,062.

Carnival Spirit 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:2001
  • Years Served:2001–Present
  • Capacity:2,610
  • Crew Members:930
  • Total on Board:3,540
  • Total Staterooms:1,062
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:375 Million
  • Status:active

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

Itinerary

Carnival Spirit - December 26, 2026 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 25thMobile, Alabama
2Dec 26thAt Sea
3Dec 28thKey West, Florida
4Dec 29thCelebration Key, Bahamas
5Dec 30thPrincess Cays (Cruise Line Private Island)
6Dec 31stNassau, Bahamas
7Dec 31stAt Sea
8Jan 1stAt Sea
9Jan 3rdMobile, Alabama

Cruise Itinerary

The Carnival Spirit sails on December 26, 2026 for a 8 Night Bahamas (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 Jan 3rd at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Day1
DEC 262026
United States
D:2:30 PM

Although Mobile is one of the oldest port cities in America, new sights and experiences are awaiting around every corner. Mobile's inviting climate and ideal geographic location allow visitors to enjoy a wide spectrum of activities. Visitors enjoy white-sand beaches, great golf venues, historic homes, museums and attractions for the entire family steeped in the South's rich heritage.

Day2
DEC 272026
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 282026
United States
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Key West has the best diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating in the continental U.S. Just a three-by-five mile Island, Key West offers a treat for the masses that flock here. Locals and tourists alike stroll down Duval Street each night to witness the Sunset Celebration, where they find hand-made souvenirs, munchies, cold drinks and a show so spectacular, only nature could have created it.

Day4
DEC 292026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day5
DEC 302026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Princess Cays is a private beach resort located on the southern tip of Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas. It is owned by Princess Cruises and is exclusively available to their guests. The resort covers over 40 acres and features pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, and a lush tropical landscape. The beach is surrounded by coral reefs, making it an ideal location for snorkeling and scuba diving.

Day6
DEC 312026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Nassau/Paradise Island is the capital of the Bahamas. Explore Parliament Square, the government center that dates back to the early 1800s or check out the port's vibrant night life, including more casinos, theatres, and fabulous cuisine than you could possibly fit into a short stay. During the day, there's plenty of golfing, tennis, and swimming.

Day7
JAN 12027
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!

Day8
JAN 22027
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
JAN 32027
United States
A:7:00 AM

Although Mobile is one of the oldest port cities in America, new sights and experiences are awaiting around every corner. Mobile's inviting climate and ideal geographic location allow visitors to enjoy a wide spectrum of activities. Visitors enjoy white-sand beaches, great golf venues, historic homes, museums and attractions for the entire family steeped in the South's rich heritage.