Carnival Liberty

Carnival Liberty cruise ship was launched in 2005 as the 4th of all 5 Conquest-class vessels - the series which preceded the new Dream-class trio. In 2011, Liberty became the first Carnival liner overhauled as part of the USD 0,5 billion "Fun Ship 2.0" drydock refurbishment project - a multi-year program centered on adding "signature" dining and entertainment venues to all older vessels in the fleet.

History - construction and ownership

Carnival Cruise Lines (CCL) is a US company, trademarked brand and subsidiary of Carnival Corporation (shipowner). CCL was founded in 1972 as an independent company by Ted Arison (1924-1999, co-founder of NCL Norwegian). Carnival Cruise Lines has Corporation's largest fleet as both a number of vessels and GT tonnage (ship sizes and capacities). CCL has over 1/5 of the cruise industry's worldwide market.

The 110,320-ton, 2,974-passenger cruise ship Carnival Liberty and her Conquest-class sister ships Conquest, Valor, Glory, and Freedom, are among the biggest in the fleet of Carnival. They are basically larger versions of earlier Destiny-class ships, as well as more feature-filled. More space reveals into additional decks, more bars and lounges, an upscale steak house, and well-proportioned public areas. 

Cruise itinerary program

Carnival Liberty itinerary program is based on week-long Eastern Caribbean cruises leaving from Bridgetown and San Juan. Feature port destinations include St Thomas, St Kitts, St Lucia, St Maarten. The ship also sails from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas, Mexico, Roatan, Grand Turk. Starting March 2016, Liberty is sailing out of Galveston to Mexico with 3- and 4-day itineraries to Cozumel and Progreso.

Cabins

Carnival Liberty has a total number of 1487 cabins (of which 54 Suites, 503 Balcony rooms) in 33 grades. Carnival Liberty has no family cabins but offers several connecting rooms in a variety of categories, as well as 18 Spa cabins. The ship also has 29 accessible cabins in all cabin categories. Most Carnival Liberty staterooms are 185-220-sq.foot insides (577), oceanview (337) and balcony (503, with verandas of 35-75 sq.feet). There are also a total of 54 suites, measuring between 275-500 sq.feet. More than 50% of the cabins offer ocean view, among them 60% offer also private verandas. The three types of suites are Captain's Suites, Grand Suites, and Ocean Suites. Suite passengers receive priority embarkation and debarkation, VIP check-in, and a deluxe bathroom.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

On Carnival Liberty, the two main dining rooms offer traditional dinner with set times and tablemates or flexible dining, via "Your Choice Dining" Carnival program. Silver Olympian Restaurant is nicer of the duo. It is located aft and framed by 3 walls of windows. Golden Olympian is positioned in a central spot, but both offer the same menu. At dinner, the vegetarian and low-carb fare is served, as well as Spa Carnival choices. Cuisine often exceeds expectations, especially at Harry's Supper Club and the complimentary Guy's Burger Joint, not to mention the fish-and-chips bar, sushi station and also the dining room, where all waiters sing and dance. The casual two-level Emile's buffet offers a number of food stations with a variety of choices, including a salad bar, deli, dessert station, daily regional cuisines. The 24-hour room service provides a limited selection of items.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Liberty restaurants and food bars.

• Golden Olympian Restaurant (744-seat forward Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings or “Your Time Dining”; offers “Seuss At Sea” themed breakfasts for $5)
• Silver Olympian Restaurant (1122-seat aft Dining Room, with two fixed dinner seatings and open seating breakfast and lunch)
• Bluelguana Cantina (complimentary Mexican fast food bar; offers burritos, tacos)
• Guy’s Burger Joint (complimentary fast food bar by Guy Fieri)
• Emile’s Lido Buffet Restaurant (1396-seat, self-service buffet restaurant with various food stations; operates as a bistro in the evenings)
• Herry’s Steakhouse (108-seat specialty restaurant for steaks and seafood; with dance floor and live music)
• Origami Sushi (complimentary)
• Sushi at Sea (Lido Bar) mini version of Bonsai Sushi, offers a la carte priced menu with rolls, sushi, sashimi, prices vary between USD 1,50-7,50.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Amongst Liberty's plethora of new offers, cruisers can find a candy shop, four signature bars and comedians approved by George Lopez. Like her Conquest-class sisters, Liberty also boasts a 3-deck theater and a series of stores. The hard-to-please teen set gets their own disco, positioned along the promenade with the rest of the "adult" fare. Carnival Liberty offers the typical Carnival experience blended with a handful of twists. The "old faithful" are also there: personal service and diverse evening entertainment ranging from Vegas floor show to jazz to the "piano man". There is also an EA Sports Bar onboard. With its video games, flat-screen TVs and beer it has to be the best man's cave at sea.

Follows the complete list of Carnival Liberty lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Venetian Palace Theatre (1400-seat main show lounge for musical productions and shows; also used for movies and bingo)
• Liberty Atrium Flowers Lobby (9-deck high open floor area; features Flowers Lobby Bar with piano and stage for live performances)
• Persian Card Room (28-seat); Satin Room Art Gallery (36-seat); Antiquarian Library (17-seat; offers board games); Photo Gallery and Shop; Tapestry Conference Room (100-seat)
• Circle C (complimentary kids club lounge with video games, parties, and planned activities)
• The Web Internet Cafe (24-hour, 6 Internet computers room)
• Cabinet Bar (147-seat cigar bar with live music)
• The Fun Shops (offers “Bon Voyage” items, duty-free liquor, jewelry, fashion boutiques, souvenirs, logo items)
• Cherry on Top (candy shop; offers branded gear, special occasions gifts and tuxedo rentals)
• EA Sports Bar; Jardin Cafe (specialty coffee bar); Taste Bar (offers complimentary appetizers); Alchemy Bar (serves made to order cocktails); Piano Man Bar (100-seat piano bar); The Stage bar (88-seat jazz bar)
• Czar’s Palace Casino (484-seat); The Promenade Bar (23-seat); Kiosk (S and S Card service)
• Club O2 (teens' lounge for video games, movies, karaoke, and themed parties); Without Batteries Video Games Arcade (24-hour)
• Hot and Cool Disco and Nightclub (211-seat); Victoria Lounge (425-seat; hosts Punchliner Comedy Club/brunch).
• Versailles Pool area (with two Whirlpools, Versailles Bar, Grill, and Pizzeria)
• BlueIguana Tequila Bar; RedFrog Rum Bar (offers Caribbean rums selection and ThirstyFrog Red drought beer)
• Aqua Park (Coney Island Pool area which is connected to the Twister Waterslide; with one Whirlpool, splash pools, fountains)
• Carnival Seaside Theatre (LED screen outdoor cinema; with a stage for live performances)
• Spa Carnival complex (with Steam Rooms, Saunas, Massage Room, Beauty Salon, Spa Pool, Gymnasium)
• Sports Deck (multi-sports court/basketball, volleyball; Tennis Tables, Shuffleboard); Jogging Track; 9-hole Mini Golf Course
• Serenity (adult-only relaxation area with Serenity Bar, two Whirlpools and padded lounges)
• Camp Carnival (kids' club lounge area; offers complimentary programmes, with outdoor Pool area).

• Fun Ship 2.0 upgrade in 2016
• The vessel was christened by Mira Katherine Sorvino (American actress).
• After her 2011 refurbishment, Liberty was the first Carnival ship with "Fun Ship 2.0" upgrade. Liberty is also the first ever among the Fun Ships with an installed  "Seaside Theater" - Carnival's hugely big outdoor LED screen for movies (12x22 ft, or 3,7x6,7 m) on Lido Deck.
• Liberty is of the line's Conquest-class vessels. Her sisters are the Carnival ships Conquest, Freedom, Glory, Valor.
• In April 2017, Carnival Cruise Line announced the names of a cruise booking record-breaking couple from Florida - Bernard and Janice Caffary. The retired couple had booked its 200th Carnival cruise on Carnival Liberty leaving out of Port Canaveral. This record was achieved in 15 years (first booking in 2002), meaning they averaged over 13 Carnival cruises a year and spending 878 days at sea with the company - the equivalent of nearly 2 1/2 years. The company honored the couple with welcoming signage throughout the Port Canaveral cruise terminal. They also were guests of honor during special onboard VIP celebrations. In 2017, the couple already had 30 more Carnival cruises booked.