Carnival Cruise Line Releases 2027/28 Caribbean Itineraries

Carnival Cruise Line has announced its next wave of deployments for 2027/28, unveiling a mix of Caribbean sailings from three U.S. homeports and introducing a solar eclipse cruise scheduled for July 29, 2027. The announcement includes updated itineraries for Carnival Miracle, Elation, and Paradise.

Carnival Miracle will begin voyages from Galveston, Texas, combining Caribbean routes with European segments, while Elation and Paradise continue Caribbean service from Jacksonville and Tampa, Florida, respectively. These routes reaffirm the company’s commitment to the region.

The special solar eclipse sailing invites guests to view the celestial event at sea, providing a unique marketing hook to drive bookings. Cruise lines often use rare events to differentiate itineraries and capture niche demand.

The expanded deployments reflect confidence in Caribbean cruise demand continuing into 2027. Cruise operators typically plan several years ahead to accommodate ship allocation, port agreements, and shore side preparations.

Affected ports in the Caribbean are expected to benefit from increased ship calls, tourism spending, and economic activity. Localities must ensure readiness in terms of berth capacity, customs/immigration, and visitor services.

This announcement underscores how major cruise lines continue to innovate and diversify their Caribbean offerings — not just in routes but in thematic and event-driven sailings.