Looking for Carnival Dream planning info? This page covers deck plans, live ship tracking, dining venues, and video tours to help you plan your Carnival cruise aboard Carnival Dream from Galveston.
Carnival Dream is a Dream Class vessel featuring Dream-class innovation and entertainment. Whether you're planning your first cruise or are a seasoned traveler, this guide helps you discover what makes this ship special.
First Look: Carnival Dream
Carnival Dream at Nassau — Photo: Kiran891, CC BY-SA 4.0
Ship Overview
Carnival Dream is the pioneering lead ship of the Dream Class that transformed Carnival Cruise Line in 2009. At 128,250 GT, she introduced WaterWorks aqua park, Serenity adult retreat, and Ocean Plaza — innovations that became fleet standards.
Sailing from Galveston, Texas, she offers Western Caribbean itineraries with stops including Cozumel, Costa Maya, Roatan, and Belize.
Ship Statistics
IMO: 9378474 · Builder: Fincantieri, Monfalcone · Maiden: Sept 21, 2009
Dream-Class Sisters
Carnival Magic
Carnival BreezeSignature Features
WaterWorks
Original Carnival aqua park with Twister waterslide and DrainPipe spiral.
Serenity Adult Retreat
Adults-only sanctuary with loungers and infinity whirlpools.
Ocean Plaza
Indoor-outdoor social hub with live entertainment.
Lanai Deck
Open-air promenade with outdoor dining at Fahrenheit 555.
SportSquare
Basketball, mini-golf, and jogging track.
Cloud 9 Spa
Full-service spa with thermal suites.
Dining Venues
Complimentary
Crimson & Scarlet MDR
Elegant main dining rooms.
Guy's Burger Joint
Guy Fieri's hand-crafted burgers.
BlueIguana Cantina
Fresh Mexican tacos and burritos.
Lido Marketplace
Buffet with global cuisine stations.
Specialty (Fee)
Fahrenheit 555
Premium steakhouse with Lanai seating.
Cucina del Capitano
Italian family-style dining.
Bonsai Sushi
Fresh sushi and Japanese cuisine.
Ship's Logbook
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Video Tours
Deck Plans
View Official Deck Plans on Carnival.com
Live Ship Tracker
Homeport: Galveston, TX · Itineraries: Western Caribbean
Video Tours & Reviews
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Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Carnival Dream are available on the cruise line's official website.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Dream's current position and voyage details.
Ken's Logbook: Carnival Dream
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FAQ
Where does Carnival Dream sail from?
Galveston, Texas — Western Caribbean itineraries including Cozumel, Costa Maya, Roatan, and Belize.
What class is Carnival Dream?
Lead ship of the Dream Class (2009), with sisters Carnival Magic (2011) and Carnival Breeze (2012).
What innovations did Dream introduce?
WaterWorks aqua park, Serenity adult retreat, Ocean Plaza, and the Lanai open-air dining concept.
Sources
- Carnival Cruise Line
- MarineTraffic
- Photo: Kiran891, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options on Carnival Dream?
Carnival Dream offers excellent dining variety. Complimentary options include the elegant Crimson and Scarlet main dining rooms with Your Time Dining, Guy's Burger Joint for poolside burgers, BlueIguana Cantina for fresh Mexican, and the Lido Marketplace buffet. Specialty restaurants include Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano Italian family-style dining, Bonsai Sushi, and the Chef's Table exclusive multi-course experience.
Where does Carnival Dream sail from?
Carnival Dream sails year-round from Galveston, Texas, offering 6 and 7-day Western Caribbean cruises to popular destinations including Cozumel, Costa Maya, Roatan, and Belize City. Galveston serves as a convenient homeport for travelers from Texas and the Gulf Coast region.
How can I track Carnival Dream's current location?
Use the live ship tracker section on this page to see Carnival Dream's current position, speed, heading, and next scheduled port in real-time via MarineTraffic data.
What makes Carnival Dream innovative?
As the lead ship of her class, Carnival Dream pioneered several features that became fleet standards: WaterWorks aqua park with waterslides, Serenity adults-only retreat, Ocean Plaza indoor/outdoor venue, and the Lanai concept with outdoor dining and promenade views. She set the template for modern Carnival cruising.
Image Attributions
Ship images are served locally from licensed sources or CC-BY-SA-4.0 Wikimedia Commons. See individual image captions for specific attribution.