Looking for Carnival Paradise planning info? This page covers deck plans, live ship tracking, dining venues, and video tours to help you plan your Carnival cruise aboard Carnival Paradise.
First Look: Carnival Paradise
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What Makes Carnival Paradise Special
Sailing from Tampa, Carnival Paradise has carved out a loyal following among Florida cruisers. Her Fantasy-class heritage means a more traditional cruise experience with cozy public spaces and shorter distances between decks.
The ship features a refurbished pool deck, updated staterooms, and all the Carnival dining favorites. Her 4- and 5-night itineraries to Cozumel and the Western Caribbean offer excellent value for shorter getaways.
Fantasy Class Fleet
Eighth and final Fantasy Class ship. First non-smoking cruise ship ever. Only 2 of 8 sisters remain active.
Dining Venues on Carnival Paradise
Explore the dining options available on Carnival Paradise, from complimentary venues to specialty restaurants.
- Paradise Restaurant — Main dining room
- Destiny Restaurant — Additional main dining
- Guy's Burger Joint — Partnership with Guy Fieri
- BlueIguana Cantina — Mexican-inspired quick service
- Lido Restaurant — Buffet dining with action stations
- Pizzeria del Capitano — Hand-tossed pizza
Ken's Logbook
Real passenger experiences aboard Carnival Paradise, from Tampa Western Caribbean adventures.
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Carnival Paradise Videos
Ship tours, cabin walkthroughs, and passenger experiences aboard Carnival Paradise.
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Deck Plans
Carnival Paradise features 10 passenger decks. Access the official interactive deck plans to explore cabin locations, pools, and entertainment areas.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Paradise's current position via MarineTraffic:
IMO: 9104110 • MMSI: 311000700 • Flag: Panama
Image Attributions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options on Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Paradise offers multiple dining venues including the Paradise Restaurant and Destiny Restaurant main dining rooms serving multi-course dinners each evening. Casual options include Guy's Burger Joint with hand-crafted burgers, BlueIguana Cantina for freshly made tacos and burritos, and the Lido Restaurant buffet with live cooking stations.
Where does Carnival Paradise sail from?
Carnival Paradise is homeported in Tampa, Florida, offering 4- and 5-night Western Caribbean cruises year-round. Typical itineraries visit Cozumel, Costa Maya, Progreso, and Grand Cayman. Tampa's cruise terminal is conveniently located near the downtown area with ample parking facilities.
What makes Carnival Paradise historically significant?
Carnival Paradise made history as the first completely non-smoking cruise ship when she launched in 1998. Country music legend Reba McEntire served as godmother at the christening ceremony. As the final Fantasy Class ship built, she represents the pinnacle of that design series. Today, only Paradise and sister ship Elation remain in the Carnival fleet from this classic class.
How can I track Carnival Paradise's current location?
Use the live ship tracker section on this page to see the ship's current position, speed, and next port in real-time via MarineTraffic integration.