Carnival Magic

Carnival Magic current position

The current location of Carnival Magic is in North West Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 20.39908 N / -68.20629 W) cruising at speed of 20.6 kn (38 km/h | 24 mph) en route to BSHMC. The AIS position was last reported 33 minutes ago.

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Current itinerary of Carnival Magic

Carnival Magic current cruise is а 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean. Prices start from USD 1079 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary begins on June 28, 2025 and ends on July 6, 2025.

Date / TimePort
28 Jun 15:30    Departing from Miami, Florida hotels
29 Jun 09:30 - 17:30    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas Carnival private island
01 Jul 11:00 - 19:00    St Thomas Island USVI, Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin Islands
02 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Philipsburg St Maarten, Netherlands Antilles
03 Jul 08:00 - 16:00    San Juan, Puerto Rico
06 Jul 08:00    Arriving in Miami, Florida hotels

Specifications of Carnival Magic

Year of build2011  /  Age: 14
Flag state Panama
BuilderFincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy)
ClassCCL DREAM
Building costUSD 740 million
Speed23 kn / 43 km/h / 26 mph
Length (LOA)305 m / 1001 ft
Beam (width)37 m / 121 ft
Gross Tonnage128048 gt
Passengers3690 - 4724
Crew1367
Passengers-to-space ratio29
Decks14
Cabins1845
Decks with cabins9
Last Refurbishment2021-2026
Sister-shipsCarnival Breeze, Carnival Dream, Costa Diadema
Christened byLindsey Wilkerson
OwnerCarnival Corporation & PLC
OperatorCarnival Cruise Line

Carnival Magic Itineraries

DateItineraryDeparture PortPrice from
2025 Jun 28 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1079
2025 Jul 06 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean Miami $899
2025 Jul 13 7 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $954
2025 Jul 20 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $819
2025 Jul 26 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1009
2025 Aug 03 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean Miami $744
2025 Aug 10 7 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $794
2025 Aug 17 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $699
2025 Aug 23 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $804
2025 Aug 31 7 days, round-trip Western Caribbean Miami $649
2025 Sep 07 7 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $624
2025 Sep 14 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $514
2025 Sep 20 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $774
2025 Sep 28 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $739
2025 Oct 06 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $969
2025 Oct 12 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $544
2025 Nov 09 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $514
2025 Nov 15 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $459
2025 Nov 21 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $829
2025 Nov 29 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $739
2025 Dec 07 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $474
2025 Dec 13 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $494
2025 Dec 19 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $919
2025 Dec 27 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1229
2026 Jan 04 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $484
2026 Jan 10 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $714
2026 Jan 18 6 days, round-trip K-Love Cruise Miami
2026 Jan 24 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $729
2026 Feb 01 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $494
2026 Feb 07 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $724
2026 Feb 15 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $544
2026 Feb 21 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $759
2026 Mar 01 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $564
2026 Mar 07 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $694
2026 Mar 15 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $634
2026 Mar 21 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $739
2026 Mar 29 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $674
2026 Apr 04 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $804
2026 Apr 12 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $574
2026 May 26 4 days, round-trip The Bahamas Miami $479
2026 May 30 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $924
2026 Jun 07 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $829
2026 Jun 13 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1064
2026 Jun 21 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $834
2026 Jun 27 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $1029
2026 Jul 05 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $834
2026 Jul 11 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1079
2026 Jul 19 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $834
2026 Jul 25 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $1009
2026 Aug 02 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $784
2026 Aug 08 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $979
2026 Aug 16 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $634
2026 Aug 22 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $739
2026 Aug 30 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $549
2026 Sep 05 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $744
2026 Sep 13 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $524
2026 Sep 19 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $689
2026 Sep 27 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $524
2026 Oct 03 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $759
2026 Oct 11 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $549
2026 Oct 17 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $689
2026 Oct 25 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $529
2026 Oct 31 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $759
2026 Nov 08 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $529
2026 Nov 14 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $754
2026 Nov 22 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $659
2026 Nov 28 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $749
2026 Dec 06 6 days, round-trip Western Caribbean Miami $529
2026 Dec 12 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $554
2026 Dec 18 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1089
2026 Dec 26 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $1139
2027 Jan 03 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $529
2027 Jan 09 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $744
2027 Jan 17 6 days, round-trip Western Caribbean Miami $539
2027 Jan 23 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $769
2027 Jan 31 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $549
2027 Feb 06 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $764
2027 Feb 14 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $579
2027 Feb 20 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $789
2027 Feb 28 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $599
2027 Mar 06 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $859
2027 Mar 14 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $629
2027 Mar 20 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $874
2027 Mar 28 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $669
2027 Apr 03 8 days, round-trip Southern Caribbean Miami $824
2027 Apr 11 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $589
2027 Apr 17 8 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $839
2027 Apr 25 6 days, round-trip Eastern Caribbean Miami $589

Carnival Magic Review

Review of Carnival Magic

The 2011-built Carnival Magic cruise ship is one of the largest in the fleet and Carnival’s second DREAM-class liner, alongside Breeze, Dream, and Costa Diadema. Carnival Magic was last refurbished in February 2021.

The vessel (IMO number 9378486) is currently Panama-flagged (MMSI 370491000) and registered in Colon.

History - Construction and Ownership

Carnival Cruise Lines (CCL) is a US-based shipping company, a trademarked brand, and a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation (the shipowner). CCL was founded in 1972 as an independent company by Ted Arison (1924–1999), co-founder of NCL Norwegian.

CCL has the Corporation’s largest fleet by number of vessels and GT-tonnage (volume and passenger capacity). As of 2023, CCL held ~9% of the global cruise market by revenue and ~19% by passenger volume. In 2024, Carnival Corporation accounted for ~51% of the US$64+ billion cruise industry.

Carnival Magic cruise ship

The 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic was built in 2011 at a cost of USD 740 million. While the ship maintains familiar design elements from previous generations, it also introduces several new features. Carnival Magic marks the final ship interior created by longtime architect Joe Farcus, whose design influence is more subdued here due to the involvement of other designers. As a result, areas such as the main dining rooms, sun deck, and Serenity adults-only retreat benefit from more refined lighting and ambiance.

Decks and Cabins

Carnival Magic staterooms (1,845 total) include 54 Suites, 877 Balcony, 227 Oceanview, and 713 Inside cabins, across 34 different grades. Most cabins measure between 170–185 ft² (16–17 m²), and balconies typically range from 35–45 ft² (3–4 m²). Deluxe Oceanviews feature two separate bathrooms and are marketed as "Family Cabins," with a maximum capacity of 5 guests. Cove Balcony cabins on Deck 2 (located below the lifeboats) feature partially enclosed verandas.

The ship also offers 368 connecting ("Family") cabins, 79 Cloud 9 Spa staterooms, 35 wheelchair-accessible cabins, and Cove Balcony rooms. The largest accommodations are the Grand Suites (345 ft² / 32 m² with an 85 ft² / 8 m² terrace), accommodating up to 4 guests.

The vessel has 14 decks, 9 of which are dedicated to cabins.

Shipboard Dining Options – Food and Drinks

The two main dining venues aboard Carnival Magic are the Southern Lights and Northern Lights restaurants. These serve as the central dining spaces for the ship. For a mix of food and humor, the Punchliner Comedy Brunch takes place in the Spotlight Lounge on sea days. Food enthusiasts may enjoy the Chef’s Table experience—priced at $75 per person—which includes a galley tour, a multi-course meal, and the opportunity to observe the chefs at work.

Carnival Magic cruise ship

Below is the complete list of Carnival Magic restaurants and food bars:

  • Southern Lights Restaurant – 1,248-seat aft dining room with two fixed dinner seatings and "Anytime Dining"
  • Northern Lights Restaurant – 948-seat forward dining room with fixed dinner times, open seating for breakfast and lunch, and "Seuss at Sea" themed breakfasts (cover charge $5)
  • Sushi and More Bar – complimentary sushi and salad bar (daytime)
  • Lido Marketplace – 825-seat buffet with multiple complimentary takeaway stations
  • Prime Steakhouse – 69-seat, reservation-only specialty venue serving seafood and premium cuts
  • Cucina del Capitano – 117-seat Italian restaurant with complimentary lunch and à la carte dinner (surcharge applies), pasta bar during the day
  • SeaDogs – complimentary hot dogs with toppings
  • Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina – fast food and Mexican eateries
  • BlueIguana Tequila Bar – Mexican-themed outdoor bar for frozen drinks and beers
  • Pizzeria del Capitano – complimentary pizza bar

Shipboard Entertainment Options – Fun and Sport

Many of Carnival Magic’s features were carried over from the first-in-class Carnival Dream, including the Seaside Theatre, a two-deck Cloud 9 Spa, and the WaterWorks aqua park (Magic has two waterslides versus Dream’s one). However, Magic also debuted new amenities, such as Cucina del Capitano with singing waiters and handmade pasta (surcharge $10), Cherry on Top candy shop, and the cruise industry's first water "dump bucket" complementing the waterslides.

Carnival Magic cruise ship

The following is a list of Carnival Magic’s lounges, clubs, and entertainment venues for all age groups:

  • Showtime Theatre – 1,500-seat show lounge for Playlist Productions, Hasbro Game Shows, and live performances
  • Magic Atrium – 11-deck-high midship open area with Magic Lobby Bar, piano, and dance floor
  • Cherry on Top – candy shop with branded merchandise, gifts, and tuxedo rentals
  • Escape Bar – 30-seat bar and lounge
  • FunHub – 24-hour Internet room with free onboard Intranet access to programs, menus, and schedules
  • Circle C – complimentary kids’ club with games, movies, and activities
  • Club O2 – teens-only lounge with karaoke, movies, video games, and themed parties
  • Warehouse Video Arcade
  • Hat Trick Casino – 500-seat casino with slot machines, gaming tables, tournaments, and complimentary classes
  • FunHub 44 – additional Internet/Intranet computer area
  • The Lanai – 60-seat promenade with BBQ bar, four cantilevered whirlpools, and jogging track
  • Ocean Plaza – 270-seat lounge with Plaza Café
  • Vibe Disco and Nightclub, Play It Again Bar, and Spotlight Lounge (400-seat Punchliner Comedy Club)
  • RedFrog Pub – 120-seat pub with indoor/outdoor seating, games, live music, international beers, and Carnival’s ThirstyFrog Red beer
  • Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse – added in 2017, replacing Lanai Barbecue
  • Tides Pool and Sunset Pool areas
  • Camp Carnival – complimentary kids’ play zone
  • Cloud 9 Spa – with thermal suite, aroma and oriental steam baths, sauna, laconicum, and thalassotherapy pool
  • Carnival WaterWorks – water park with Twister slide, DrainPipe, and splash features
  • Seaside Theatre – outdoor LED screen showing movies, sports, concerts, and live performances
  • SportSquare – outdoor recreation complex with bar, 18-hole mini golf, ping-pong, and multisport court
  • Serenity – adults-only relaxation area with sundeck and Serenity Bar

In April 2024, the Showtime Theatre was upgraded with new ROBE moving lights (30x PAINTE, 30x LEDBeam 350, and 12x miniPointe models).

Itineraries

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Carnival Magic was homeported in Galveston, Texas, operating 7-day roundtrips to the Bahamas and the Eastern and Western Caribbean. Ports of call included Key West Florida, Jamaica, Nassau, Belize, and Mexican destinations such as Progreso, Cozumel, Costa Maya, along with Roatan and Grand Cayman.

In 2022, Carnival Magic’s itinerary program was based out of Port Canaveral-Orlando, Florida. In 2023, she was homeported in Miami, Florida and also sailed from Norfolk, Virginia. The summer 2023 season from Norfolk marked CCL’s longest deployment there (May 14–October 22) since 2002. A previously scheduled New York City program (to Bermuda) was canceled in November 2022.

Ex-Norfolk itineraries (roundtrip from Nauticus Half Moone Cruise Center) include:

  • 6-night Bahamas cruises to Bimini Island, Nassau, and Freeport
  • 8-night Eastern Caribbean cruises to Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, and Amber Cove (Dominicana)
  • 6-night Bermuda cruises to King’s Wharf
  • 8-night Canada & New England cruises to Portland ME, St. John NB, Halifax NS, and Sydney NS

Caribbean voyages typically include four sea days (two southbound and two northbound).

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The ship's Fun Ship 2.0 upgrade was completed in 2015. Carnival Magic is the second of the company's Dream-class vessels (built by Fincantieri Monfalcone), with sister ships Breeze and Dream, as well as Costa Diadema. The vessel was christened by Lindsey Wilkerson, an employee of the New York City-based ALSAC fundraising organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Due to scheduled drydock refurbishment projects, in September 2020 Carnival Cruise Line canceled all planned 2020 and 2021-Q1 itineraries for four ships:

  • Carnival Magic itineraries (15 total) from Miami, Florida were canceled from November 7, 2020, through March 13, 2021 (first departure).
  • Carnival Paradise itineraries from Tampa, Florida were canceled from November 2, 2020, through March 19, 2021 (first departure).
  • Carnival Valor itineraries from New Orleans were canceled from November 2, 2020, through April 29, 2021 (first departure), including two Transatlantic crossings—from New Orleans (January 25) and from Barcelona (February 26).
  • Carnival Spirit itineraries from Brisbane, Australia were canceled from December 6, 2020, through May 16, 2021 (first departure on June 12, a repositioning cruise from Singapore to Brisbane).

Carnival Magic Refurbishments Review

Drydock 2026

The ship’s next drydock is scheduled for April 18 through May 24, 2026, rescheduled from the originally planned dates of October 6 to November 20, 2025.

Details about this refurbishment project will be announced at a later date.

Drydock 2021

From April 24 to May 24, 2021, Carnival Magic was drydocked at Chantier Naval de Marseille (CNdM Shipyard in Marseille, France) for general maintenance.

Notably, Magic became Carnival’s first ship to receive the new trademarked hull livery (red-white-blue), replacing the traditional white hull with a red stripe, as introduced on Mardi Gras.

During the drydock, the ship’s casino was expanded with more slot machines and gaming options, and both the WaterWorks aquapark and Lido Deck swimming pools were refreshed.

In April 2024, the Showtime Theatre was upgraded with new ROBE moving lights (30x PAINTE, 30x LEDBeam 350, 12x miniPointe models). The lighting redesign was led by David Horner and installed while the ship remained in operation and carrying passengers.

Refurbishment 2016

The following deck plan changes were made during the 2016 drydock refurbishment (February 21 to March 5):

On Promenade Deck (5th floor), the Alchemy Bar (a cocktail pharmacy with resident mixologists) was added. The Lanai Oceanside Barbeque was replaced by the open-air, fast-food venue “Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse.” This complimentary BBQ bar was developed in partnership with Guy Fieri, who also runs the “Guy’s Burger Joint” on Lido Deck.

On Lido Deck (10th floor), two new complimentary poolside eateries were added: Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina (Mexican eatery). Other new venues on this deck include BlueIguana Tequila Bar (Mexican-themed bar for frozen drinks and beers) and Pizzeria del Capitano (complimentary).

Also on Lido Deck 10, the RedFrog Rum Bar was introduced, serving frozen drinks, beers, and Carnival’s private label ThirstyFrog Red draft beer.

Technical enhancements included the addition of shoreside power capabilities and new hull coating.

In Q1 of 2021 (February–April), Carnival Magic was also drydocked at Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport, Bahamas, primarily for general maintenance work.