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Carnival Sunshine
Last refurbished
2013
Last refurbished
Passengers
2984
Passengers
Ports Visited
56
Ports visited
Cruises from $76 per day
$76
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Carnival Sunshine
102,853
Gross Tonnage

Carnival Sunshine Cruises

Carnival Sunshine sails from Charleston, South Carolina, offering short 4 and 5 night visits to Nassau in the Bahamas. The longer cruise also visits the company resort of Half Moon Cay. Occasionally there are longer cruises to three ports in the Leeward Islands. On board are a new 3-deck Serenity relaxation centre for adults, Carnival Waterworks, and SportsSquare which offer a wide range of activities for sea days. The ship attracts families with children.In 1996 she was the first ship to exceed 100,000 GT (at 101,353 GT). Given her 2018 refurbishment, Carnival Sunshine now carries 3,006 passengers, and sports a Carnival Seaside Theatre and new "Circle C" facility for the 12-14s. Features include three pools, a variety of dining options, lounges, nightclubs, giant casino, and spa and fitness centre. Entertainment includes Las Vegas-style floor shows, state-of-the-art theatre, sing-along piano bar, dance club, and jazz and cabaret room. Families and children are very well catered for. Dress casually, bring a dark suit for formal dinners, and mix with passengers around the 21 to 45 age group – singles, couples and families.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 1996
Number of decks: 0
Tonnage: 102853
Cabins: 0
Passengers: 2984
Number of crew: 1108
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Dining on the Carnival Sunshine
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    • Dining on the Carnival Sunshine

    Three courses and no pretension, This kinda-fancy dining event brings a fun and food options.

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    Plenty of Dining venues and some of them are Blue-Iguana Cantina, Guy’s Burger Joint, Cucina Del Capitano, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Steakhouse, Dining Room, Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast, Lido Restaurant, Swirls, Bonsai Sushi, The Chef’s Table, Seaday Brunch, Java Blue Café, Steakhouse Selections, The Carnival Deli, Breakfast Grill, The Captains Pasta Bar, Chef’s Choice, Good Eats, Salad Bar, Sweet Spot, Tandoor and many more.

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  • Bars

    • Bar on the Carnival Sunshine
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    • Bar on the Carnival Sunshine

    Say cheer’s to celebrating with a full glass – all cruise along! The Ultimate Bar options are available at the sea onboard, Some of them are Havana Bar, Red frog Pub, Red Frog Rum Bar, Alchemy Bar, Blue-Iguana Tequila Bar, Piano Bar, Alchemy Martini Tasting, Sky Box Sports Bar, Casino Bar, The library Bar, Beer Station, Cruise The Vineyards etc.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Entertainment on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Entertainment on the Carnival Sunshine

    Music lovers, listen up - the ships are rocking and rolling with some of the best bands at sea. Lip Sunc Battle, Hasbro, DJ Irie, Punchliner Comedy Club, Piano Bar, Live Music, Karaoke, Dive In Movie, Night Club, Carnival Seaside Theater, Lime Light Lounge and many more entertainment places available on the ships, Also enjoy the events like Mega Deck party, Groove for St Jude, Holidays Aboard, Sail-away party.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the Carnival Sunshine
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    • Activities on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Activities on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Activities on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Activities on the Carnival Sunshine

    Different type of sports and water activities start your day with new form and feeling like your home atmosphere and get more active in the ship.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Fitness on the Carnival Sunshine
    • Fitness on the Carnival Sunshine

    Men and woman take advantage and reformed them body and soul with different spa and massage.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the Carnival Sunshine

    Kids make them own way Arts and Craft, enjoy stories and much more with Club O2, Camp Ocean, Seuss at Sea. Same way for teenager also takes advantage of interesting things in this ship.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Alternative dining (extra charge)
    • Australia: Tipping is not required
    • Bridge director on select cruises
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (2-17 yrs)
    • Open/anytime seating & multi-venue dining
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Special needs requests & service animals allowed
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor
    • Skycourse

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Welcome to Carnival Sunshine. The ship is named so because of its sunny tendency and the ability to bring a smile on the faces of all who sail with it. The ship is so bright, making its IQ to top the charts.

  • When on board Carnival Sunshine, make sure you visit Jiji Asian Kitchen. You will find exotic as well as familiar dishes served in a Mongolian-inspired setting. Carnival Sunshine is sure that it’s flavors will illuminate your taste buds like the sun.

  • Carnival Sunshine offers a range of sports and other activities to be done on board. One can play mini-golf or scale new heights on the SkyCourse! Jog, slam, scream, ping, pong. The ship has it all.

  • Looking for some solitude and silence? Want to take a break within your break? All you need to do is to visit the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat. Keep quiet and you will hear a noise. It’s the sun shining.

Cabins

The 36 cabin categories include interior, ocean-view, balcony, and suite staterooms. Interior cabins come in a variety of configurations, some with an extra bunk. Over half of all cabins have outside views and all are larger than the industry standard. Most rooms have twin beds that can be converted to a king bed upon request. All staterooms include flat-screen TVs, safe, hair dryer, bathrobes in the higher category cabins, and Carnival Comfort Bed with plush mattresses, good quality duvets, linens and pillows.

TV channels include CN, Fox News, a music video station, a Carnival station, and port excursion overviews. Cloud 9 Spa staterooms (interior, balcony and suite) have special access to the spa facilities. Suite grades include Grand, Ocean and Spa 9 – all with whirlpool, extra dressing area, and priority check-in. All are quite lavish. Balcony staterooms also offer quite a variety of sea views and veranda sizes. There are no single cabins, and 25 wheelchair-accessible cabins. There are self-service laundry rooms (pay) with washing machines, dryers, irons and ironing board.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    4S, 4K, 4J, 4G, 4F, 4E, 4D, 4C, 4B, 4A, PT, 1A, IS

    Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.It taken the warm essence of the Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus yoursquo;ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    6K, 6J, 6D, 6C, 6B, 6A, OV

    Oceanview grand stateroom with twin beds that convert to a king. Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. All staterooms have carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and TV. Your Scenic Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Sunshine provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you#8217;ll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of looking-glass for gazing at the natural wonders of the sea and the sunrise and sunset.

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    9C, 9B, 8T, 8S, 8N, 8M, 8E, 8D, 8C, 8B, 8A, BL

    Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 75 sq. ft.Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Sunshine, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea mdash; and yes, take in even more of that sunshine. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

  • Suite

    Suite on the Carnival Sunshine Suite on the Carnival Sunshine

    Cabin Types

    SS, CS, GS, OS, ST

    Size approx.: 275 sq. ft. Balcony: 65 sq. ft.A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things mdash; with a large room and balcony mdash; and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

Carnival Sunshine Deck Plans

Legend

  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 2 Upper Pullmans
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and Double Sofa Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King), Double Sofa Bed and 1 Lower Pullman
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Upper Pullman
  • Connecting Staterooms
  • Stateroom has 2 Porthole Windows
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King), Single Sofa Bed and 1 Upper Pullman
  • Twin Bed and Single Sofa Bed
  • Twin Beds (do not convert to one bed)
  • Unisex Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Non-Smoking accommodations

Carnival Sunshine Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
23 Jun 2026 5-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1595
12 Jul 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1642
18 Jul 2026 5-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1272
23 Jul 2026 4-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1533
27 Jul 2026 5-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1357
01 Aug 2026 5-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1286
06 Aug 2026 4-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1178
10 Aug 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1447
16 Aug 2026 7-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1208
23 Aug 2026 7-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1151
30 Aug 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1089
05 Sep 2026 8-NIGHT CANADA Norfolk $1131
13 Sep 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $847
19 Sep 2026 8-NIGHT CANADA Norfolk $1131
27 Sep 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $849
03 Oct 2026 8-NIGHT CANADA Norfolk $1178
11 Oct 2026 6-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1126
17 Oct 2026 8-NIGHT CANADA Norfolk $1168
25 Oct 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $851
08 Nov 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $837
14 Nov 2026 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1072
22 Nov 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1010
28 Nov 2026 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1072
06 Dec 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $738
12 Dec 2026 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $741
18 Dec 2026 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1401
26 Dec 2026 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1881
03 Jan 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $709
09 Jan 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $844
17 Jan 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $695
23 Jan 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $816
31 Jan 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $695
06 Feb 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $830
14 Feb 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $825
20 Feb 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $873
28 Feb 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $711
06 Mar 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $915
14 Mar 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $839
20 Mar 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1271
28 Mar 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $1123
03 Apr 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1015
11 Apr 2027 6-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $943
17 Apr 2027 8-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Norfolk $1015
25 Apr 2027 6-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $882
01 May 2027 5-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $1002
06 May 2027 4-NIGHT BERMUDA Norfolk $842
10 May 2027 5-NIGHT BAHAMAS Norfolk $894
15 May 2027 CARNIVAL JOURNEYS - 15 NIGHT TRANSATLANTIC Norfolk $1326
30 May 2027 10-NIGHT SPAIN PORTUGAL & FRANCE Dover $1265
09 Jun 2027 10 NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN Barcelona $1491
19 Jun 2027 8-NIGHT SPAIN PORTUGAL & FRANCE Barcelona $1225
27 Jun 2027 10-NIGHT CROATIA GREECE & ITALY Barcelona $1440
07 Jul 2027 10-NIGHT GREEK ISLES TURKEY & ITALY Rome (Civitavecchia) $1498
17 Jul 2027 8-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN Barcelona $1223
25 Jul 2027 JOURNEYS - 10-NIGHT ECLIPSE Barcelona $1884
04 Aug 2027 10-NIGHT GREEK ISLES TURKEY & ITALY Rome (Civitavecchia) $1300
14 Aug 2027 8-NIGHT SPAIN PORTUGAL & FRANCE Barcelona $1072
22 Aug 2027 10-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN Barcelona $1208
01 Sep 2027 10-NIGHT GREEK ISLES TURKEY & ITALY Rome (Civitavecchia) $1313
11 Sep 2027 8-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN Barcelona $1081
19 Sep 2027 10-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN Barcelona $1186
29 Sep 2027 10-NIGHT GREEK ISLES TURKEY & ITALY Rome (Civitavecchia) $1297
09 Oct 2027 7-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE Barcelona $1034
16 Oct 2027 JOURNEYS - 13-NIGHT TRANSATLANTIC Barcelona $997
17 Nov 2027 5-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $588
22 Nov 2027 10-NIGHT CARIBBEAN & PANAMA Galveston $1361
02 Dec 2027 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $664
06 Dec 2027 10-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1200
16 Dec 2027 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $749
20 Dec 2027 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $792
24 Dec 2027 5-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1200
29 Dec 2027 5-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1257
03 Jan 2028 10-NIGHT CARIBBEAN & PANAMA Galveston $1206
13 Jan 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $637
17 Jan 2028 10-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1087
27 Jan 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $637
31 Jan 2028 10-NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1131
10 Feb 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $651
14 Feb 2028 10-NIGHT CARIBBEAN & PANAMA Galveston $1277
24 Feb 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $665
28 Feb 2028 10-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1101
09 Mar 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $722
13 Mar 2028 6 NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1181
19 Mar 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $752
23 Mar 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $751
27 Mar 2028 10-NIGHT CARIBBEAN & PANAMA Galveston $1448
06 Apr 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $751
10 Apr 2028 10-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $1215
20 Apr 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $751
24 Apr 2028 4-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN Galveston $736

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