Looking for Carnival Sunrise planning info? This page covers deck plans, live ship tracking, dining venues, and video tours to help you plan your Carnival cruise aboard Carnival Sunrise from Miami.
Carnival Sunrise is a Destiny Class vessel featuring refreshed Destiny-class Fun Ship. 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 Sunrise
Overview
Carnival Sunrise is a 101,509 gross ton cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sailing Caribbean cruises from Miami, Florida. Originally launched as Carnival Triumph in 1999, the ship was completely transformed in 2019 through a $200 million bow-to-stern refurbishment at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz, Spain.
The ship was christened by Kelly Arison, daughter of Carnival Corporation Chairman Micky Arison, on May 23, 2019, at the Manhattan Cruise Passenger Terminal in New York City. The unique ceremony featured a four-foot tall champagne bottle sculpture filled with confetti, custom-made by Brazilian artist Romero Britto.
As the second Destiny-class ship to undergo a major renovation and renaming (joining Carnival Sunshine), Sunrise features modern dining concepts and entertainment venues that bring the ship in line with newer Carnival vessels.
Ship Statistics
Destiny-class Sister Ships
The Destiny-class (now often called Sunshine-class after the lead ship's renaming) consists of three ships, all of which have undergone extensive refurbishment and renaming. These ships were revolutionary when introduced as the largest cruise ships of their era.
Features & Dining
The $200 million transformation added numerous new venues and completely refreshed existing spaces:
Dining Venues
- Sunrise Dining Room — Main dining room
- Guy's Burger Joint — Partnership with Guy Fieri
- BlueIguana Cantina — Mexican-inspired quick service
- Cucina del Capitano — Family-style Italian (specialty)
- JiJi Asian Kitchen — Pan-Asian cuisine (specialty)
- Fahrenheit 555 — Premium steakhouse (specialty)
- Lido Marketplace — Buffet dining with action stations
- Bonsai Sushi — Japanese cuisine (specialty)
Entertainment & Recreation
- WaterWorks — Water slides and splash areas
- Serenity — Adults-only retreat
- Cloud 9 Spa — Full-service spa with thermal suites
- Playlist Productions — Live musical shows
- Punchliner Comedy Club — Nightly comedy acts
- Casino — Full gaming options
- Camp Ocean — Youth programs
- SportSquare — Outdoor recreation area
Ken's Logbook
Real passenger experiences aboard Carnival Sunrise, from Caribbean adventures to ship transformation stories.
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Carnival Sunrise Videos
Ship tours, cabin walkthroughs, and passenger experiences aboard Carnival Sunrise.
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Deck Plans
Carnival Sunrise features 14 guest decks with 1,379 staterooms. Access the official interactive deck plans to explore cabin locations, pools, and entertainment areas.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Sunrise's current position via MarineTraffic:
IMO: 9138850 • MMSI: 308045000 • Call Sign: C6FN5 • Flag: Bahamas
Ship History
Built at Fincantieri Monfalcone, Italy as Carnival Triumph
Maiden voyage as Carnival Triumph; godmother Madeleine Arison (wife of Micky Arison)
Operated as Carnival Triumph from various Gulf Coast homeports including Galveston and New Orleans
Engine room fire incident while at sea; all passengers safely returned
$200 million refurbishment at Navantia shipyard, Cádiz, Spain; renamed Carnival Sunrise
Christened by Kelly Arison at Manhattan Cruise Terminal, NYC; Romero Britto champagne sculpture ceremony
Homeported in Miami, Florida — Caribbean cruises to Bahamas, Eastern and Western Caribbean
Frequently Asked Questions
What ship was Carnival Sunrise before?
Carnival Sunrise was originally Carnival Triumph, built in 1999. The ship underwent a $200 million bow-to-stern refurbishment at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz, Spain in 2019, emerging as Carnival Sunrise with new dining venues, entertainment options, and refreshed staterooms.
Where does Carnival Sunrise sail from?
Carnival Sunrise sails from Miami, Florida, offering Caribbean cruises to destinations including the Bahamas, Eastern Caribbean, and Western Caribbean ports.
Who is the godmother of Carnival Sunrise?
Kelly Arison, daughter of Carnival Corporation Chairman Micky Arison, christened Carnival Sunrise on May 23, 2019, at the Manhattan Cruise Passenger Terminal in New York City. The ceremony featured a unique four-foot tall champagne bottle sculpture filled with confetti, custom-made by Brazilian artist Romero Britto.
What are Carnival Sunrise's sister ships?
Carnival Sunrise is part of the Destiny-class (now often called Sunshine-class). Her sisters are Carnival Sunshine (formerly Carnival Destiny, 1996) and Carnival Radiance (formerly Carnival Victory, 2000). All three ships have undergone major renovations and renaming.
What dining options are on Carnival Sunrise?
Carnival Sunrise features numerous dining venues including Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Cucina del Capitano, JiJi Asian Kitchen, Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, and the main dining room with both complimentary and specialty options.
Sources & Attribution
- Carnival Cruise Line — Official Ship Page
- Wikipedia — Carnival Sunrise
- MarineTraffic — Vessel Details
- CruiseMapper — Carnival Sunrise
Ship specifications verified December 2025. Live tracking data provided by MarineTraffic.
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.