10 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Rountrip)
Carnival Spirit
Carnival Spirit
December 6, 2027
10 Night Eastern Caribbean

Carnival Spirit - 12/6/2027

The December 6, 2027 cruise on the Carnival Spirit departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 10 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Rountrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Spirit sets sail on Monday, Dec 6th and returns on Thursday, Dec 16th.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
5

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Spirit - December 6, 2027 - 10 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 5thGalveston, Texas
2Dec 6thAt Sea
3Dec 7thAt Sea
4Dec 9thCelebration Key, Bahamas
5Dec 10thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
6Dec 11thGrand Turk Island
7Dec 12thAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
8Dec 12thAt Sea
9Dec 13thAt Sea
10Dec 14thAt Sea
11Dec 16thGalveston, Texas

The Carnival Spirit sails on December 6, 2027 for a 10 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Rountrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Dec 16th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

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.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 62027
United States
D:3:00 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 72027
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 82027
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
DEC 92027
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.

Day5
DEC 102027
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 112027
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:10:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
DEC 122027
Dominican Republic
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
DEC 132027
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
DEC 142027
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!

Day10
DEC 152027
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!

Day11
DEC 162027
United States
A:7:00 AM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)