Carnival Ecstasy is a Fantasy Class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line. She entered service in 1991, measures 70,367 gross tons, and carries approximately 2,056 guests at double occupancy.
Key Facts
- Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
- Class: Fantasy Class
- Year: 1991
- Tonnage: 70,367 GT
- Guests: 2,056
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Carnival Ecstasy (1991-2022) was the longest-serving Fantasy Class ship at 31 years. 70,367 GT, 2,056 guests. Scrapped Aliaga Turkey November 2022.
A First Look at Carnival Ecstasy
Dining Venues
Carnival Ecstasy featured classic Fantasy Class dining venues including the main dining room and buffet. She received Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades including Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina.
The Eternal Second
Fantasy was first. Ecstasy lasted longest. History remembers firsts; passengers remember best. Carnival Ecstasy outlasted every Fantasy Class sibling, serving 31 years before her final voyage in October 2022.
She was the ship that proved Fantasy's success wasn't a fluke. The second sister, launched in 1991, demonstrated that the revolutionary design could be replicated, refined, and made even more beloved over time.
Ecstasy pioneered Charleston cruising, transformed Jacksonville's relationship with the cruise industry, and carried nearly 5.5 million passengers across three decades of change.
Ship Timeline
From the Logbook
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Carnival Ecstasy Videos
Archival ship tours, cabin walkthroughs, and passenger memories from Carnival Ecstasy's 31-year career.
Carnival Ecstasy Deck Plans
View the official deck plans to explore cabin locations, dining venues, pools, and entertainment areas.
Accessibility Notes
Ecstasy's 31-year evolution created exceptional wheelchair accessibility. Her crew developed institutional memory about disability accommodation that newer ships couldn't match — they knew which tables worked best for wheelchairs, which elevator patterns were most efficient, and how to welcome returning guests with invisible disabilities.
Ship Status
Carnival Ecstasy was retired in October 2022 and scrapped at Aliaga, Turkey in November 2022. Live tracking is no longer available.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carnival Ecstasy
When was Carnival Ecstasy retired?
Carnival Ecstasy was retired in October 2022 after 31 years of service. She was scrapped at Aliaga, Turkey in November 2022.
Was Carnival Ecstasy the longest-serving Fantasy Class ship?
Yes, Carnival Ecstasy served 31 years (1991-2022), making her the longest-serving ship in the Fantasy Class fleet, outlasting all her sisters.
What homeports did Carnival Ecstasy sail from?
Carnival Ecstasy pioneered Charleston, SC and Jacksonville, FL as cruise homeports. She also sailed from Mobile, Alabama for her final years of service.
How many ships were in the Fantasy Class?
Eight ships comprised the Fantasy Class: Fantasy (lead ship), Ecstasy, Sensation, Fascination, Imagination, Inspiration, Elation, and Paradise. Only Elation and Paradise remain in service today.
What was Carnival Ecstasy's final voyage?
Carnival Ecstasy's final passenger voyage departed from Mobile, Alabama in October 2022. She then sailed to Aliaga, Turkey where she arrived in November 2022 for scrapping.
Sources & Attribution
Ship specifications from official Carnival Cruise Line materials and maritime records.
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