Carnival Cruise will debut its first-ever eclipse trips next year. The trip is an 11-day-long journey that will feature stops across sought-after destinations in Europe, including Spain, Portugal and France after departing from Dover, England on August 9, 2026. On August 12, the total solar eclipse will take place and pass over the Arctic Ocean, Greenland, Iceland, Atlantic Ocean, Portugal, and northern Spain.
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“The chance to see a total solar eclipse while having fun exploring the cultural richness of Spain, Portugal and France aboard Carnival Legend, is a truly special opportunity – among a lineup of many phenomenal cruises,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “And as the popularity of Carnival Legend’s 2024 Europe sailings prove, it’s never too soon for our loyal guests to start planning their next summer vacation.” According to NASA: "Anywhere from four to seven times a year, our Earth, Moon and Sun line up just right to create the cosmic-scale shadow show known as an eclipse.
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