Looking for Carnival Spirit planning info? This page covers deck plans, live ship tracking, dining venues, and video tours to help you plan your Carnival cruise aboard Carnival Spirit from Sydney.
Carnival Spirit is a Spirit Class vessel featuring Australia-based Spirit-class cruising. 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 Spirit
Ship Overview
Carnival Spirit is the lead ship of four Spirit-class vessels, entering service in 2001. Christened by Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. Senator and Secretary of Transportation, Spirit made history as the first Carnival ship permanently homeported outside North America when she arrived in Sydney, Australia in 2012.
After nearly a decade serving Australian waters, Spirit returned to the U.S. in 2023 with a major refurbishment adding the Heroes Tribute Bar. She now sails year-round from Mobile, Alabama.
Ship Statistics
IMO: 9188647 · Builder: Kværner Masa-Yards, Helsinki · Christened: April 27, 2001
Spirit-Class Sisters
Carnival Pride
Carnival LegendSignature Features
Heroes Tribute Bar
New 2023 lounge honoring military and first responders.
Atrium Skylight Dome
Revolutionary design cascading light into the ship's heart.
WaterWorks
Water park with slides and splash zones.
Serenity
Adults-only retreat with ocean views.
Cloud 9 Spa
Full-service spa with thermal suites.
Punchliner Comedy Club
Live comedy and Playlist Productions shows.
Dining Venues
Complimentary
Empire Restaurant
Two-deck main dining room with Your Time Dining.
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)
Fahrenheit 555
Premium steakhouse experience.
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: Mobile, AL · Itineraries: Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas
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Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Carnival Spirit are available on the cruise line's official website.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Spirit's current position and voyage details.
Ken's Logbook: Carnival Spirit
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FAQ
Where does Carnival Spirit sail from?
Mobile, Alabama — Caribbean, Mexico, and Bahamas cruises after returning from nearly a decade in Australia.
Who is the godmother?
Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. Senator and Secretary of Transportation, christened Spirit on April 27, 2001.
Was Spirit based in Australia?
Yes, Spirit pioneered Carnival's Australian presence from 2012-2021, sailing from Sydney and Brisbane.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options on Carnival Spirit?
Carnival Spirit features the Empire Restaurant two-level 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, Cucina del Capitano Italian dining, and Bonsai Sushi for fresh Japanese cuisine.
Where does Carnival Spirit sail from?
Carnival Spirit is homeported in Mobile, Alabama, offering year-round Caribbean, Mexico, and Bahamas cruises. She returned to the U.S. in 2023 after nearly a decade pioneering Carnival's Australian presence from Sydney and Brisbane (2012-2021).
Who is the godmother of Carnival Spirit?
Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. Senator and Secretary of Transportation, christened Carnival Spirit on April 27, 2001. As the lead ship of the Spirit Class, Spirit introduced several innovations that became Carnival standards.
How can I track Carnival Spirit'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
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