Indulging in complimentary Champagne and caviar on a Seabourn cruise might make you think, "Toto, we're not on a anymore." In actuality, you are. Carnival Corp operates nine cruise lines.
Its eponymous and most recognizable brand, , is also its most affordable, replete with flashy amenities, large ships, and convenient itineraries. If you'd rather trade its a-la-carte amenities for an all-inclusive option, opt for its sister company, . The luxury cruise line is among the highest-end brands on the market, as evidenced by its cabins' walk-in closets, Molton Brown toiletries, and attentive hosts.
With these luxuries come a heftier price tag — Seabourn's cheapest weeklong 2025 voyage is seven times pricier than Carnival's. A deep dive into the two brands' differences shows how Carnival Corp has successfully captured the wallets of older, wealthier travelers and families on a budget. Amid soaring demand, the cruise giant recently achieved a record third-quarter revenue of $7.
9 billion, up $1 billion from 2023. Carnival Cruise Line's affordable fares and large amenity-filled ships are bait for and millennials, the latter of whom make up most of its guests. The brand operates 27 ships that accommodate between 2,124 and 5,362 travelers.
Expect activities like a roller coaster, ropes course, and waterslides on some of its newest vessels. I spent four nights on its latest It's technically not a new ship — in 2022, the cruise line acquired then-two-year-old Firenze from its sister b.
