8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)
Carnival Vista
Carnival Vista
December 28, 2024
8 Night Southern Caribbean

Carnival Vista - 12/28/2024

The December 28, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Vista departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Vista sets sail on Saturday, Dec 28th and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Vista cruise ship departing December 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,424 ($178 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,238 ($155 per night), this represents a recent increase of 15%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,424
15%
vs Avg $1,238

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Vista - December 28, 2024 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 27thPort Canaveral, Florida
2Dec 28thAt Sea
3Dec 29thAt Sea
4Dec 31stKralendijk, Bonaire
5Jan 1stOranjestad, Aruba
6Jan 1stAt Sea
7Jan 3rdGrand Turk Island
8Jan 3rdAt Sea
9Jan 5thPort Canaveral, Florida

The Carnival Vista sails on December 28, 2024 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Vista will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 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
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Vista Size Infographic

Carnival Vista

134 k
tonnage
1,055 ft
length
2016
year built
1,964
cabins
4,977
passengers
1,450
crew

CARNIVAL VISTA SIZE

The Vista has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 133,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,055 feet (322 meters) in length. Carnival Vista is included in Carnival’s Vista Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Vista holds 6,427 passengers. That includes 4,977 cruise vacationers and 1,450 staff members. The Vista total number of staterooms is 1,964.

Carnival Vista Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:133,500 GT
  • Length:1,055 ft (322 m)
  • Beam:122 ft (37 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2016
  • Years Served:2016 - Present
  • Capacity:4,977
  • Crew Members:1,450
  • Total on Board:6,427
  • Total Staterooms:1,964
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:800 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 282024
D:3:00 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 292024
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 302024
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 312024
Netherlands Antilles
A:1:00 PMD:9:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
JAN 12025
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
JAN 22025
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!

Day7
JAN 32025
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 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)

Day8
JAN 42025
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 52025
A:7:00 AM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)