Carnival Pride is a Spirit Class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line. She entered service in 2002, measures 88,500 gross tons, and carries approximately 2,124 guests at double occupancy.
Quick Answer: Carnival Pride (88,500 GT | 2,124 guests | 2002) is a Spirit Class ship sailing year-round from Baltimore — the only Carnival ship with a dedicated East Coast mid-Atlantic homeport. This page covers deck plans, live tracking, dining venues, and videos.
Best For: Baltimore and DC-area cruisers who want Carnival fun without flying to Florida — year-round Bermuda, Bahamas, and Caribbean from the mid-Atlantic.
Carnival Pride is the go-to ship for mid-Atlantic cruisers, offering year-round sailings from Baltimore. Her Spirit-class size provides a more intimate Carnival experience with fewer guests than the larger classes.
First Look: Carnival Pride
Ship Overview
Carnival Pride is the 2nd Spirit-class cruise ship, christened by NASA astronaut Tamara Jernigan at Port Canaveral on January 7, 2002. She pioneered year-round Caribbean cruising from Baltimore starting in 2009.
Designer Joe Farcus created her stunning Icons of Beauty interior theme, celebrating beauty in art, architecture, and the human form. The Normandie Restaurant evokes Art Deco elegance across two decks.
Ship Statistics
IMO: 9223954 · Builder: Kværner Masa-Yards, Helsinki · Cost: $375 million
Spirit-Class Sisters
Signature Features
Icons of Beauty Theme
Joe Farcus design celebrating beauty throughout the ship.
WaterWorks
Water slides and splash zones for all ages.
Serenity
Adults-only retreat with plush loungers.
Cloud 9 Spa
Full-service spa with thermal suite.
Alchemy Bar
Pharmacy-themed craft cocktail venue.
Camp Ocean
Youth programs for ages 2-11.
Dining Venues
Complimentary
Normandie Restaurant
Two-level Art Deco main dining room.
Guy's Burger Joint
Guy Fieri's hand-crafted burgers poolside.
BlueIguana Cantina
Fresh Mexican tacos and burritos.
Lido Marketplace
Expansive buffet with global cuisine.
Specialty (Fee)
David's Steakhouse
Premium steakhouse experience.
Chef's Table
Exclusive multi-course experience with galley tour.
Video Tours
Live Ship Tracker
Homeport: Baltimore, MD · Itineraries: Caribbean, Bermuda, Bahamas
Ken's Logbook: Carnival Pride
Stories and insights from cruisers who have sailed on Carnival Pride will appear here.
FAQ
Where does Carnival Pride sail from?
Baltimore, Maryland — year-round Caribbean, Bermuda, and Bahamas cruises accessible to East Coast travelers.
Who is the godmother?
NASA astronaut Tamara Jernigan, who logged over 1,500 hours in orbit, christened Pride on January 7, 2002.
What is the interior theme?
Icons of Beauty, designed by Joe Farcus, celebrates beauty in art, architecture, and the human form.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Carnival Pride
What are the dining options on Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride features the Normandie Restaurant main dining room with Your Time Dining flexibility. Complimentary casual options include Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina for fresh tacos and burritos, and the Lido Marketplace buffet. Specialty restaurants include Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, and Cucina del Capitano Italian dining.
Where does Carnival Pride sail from?
Carnival Pride is homeported year-round in Baltimore, Maryland, offering Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, and Canada/New England cruises. Baltimore is convenient for Mid-Atlantic travelers and offers free parking options.
Who is the godmother of Carnival Pride?
Tamara Jernigan, the American scientist and NASA astronaut who logged more than 1,500 hours in space across five Space Shuttle missions, christened Carnival Pride on January 7, 2002 at Port Canaveral. The ship features Art Deco décor inspired by 1930s ocean liners.
How can I track Carnival Pride's current location?
Use the live ship tracker section on this page to see the ship's current position, speed, heading, and next port in real-time via MarineTraffic AIS integration.
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.
Watch: Carnival Pride Highlights
Swipe through ship walkthroughs, top-10s, and stateroom tours.
Carnival Pride Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Carnival Pride are available on the cruise line's official website.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Pride's current position and voyage details.
Plan Your Cruise
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