Carnival Festivale begins sailing from Port Canaveral in May 2027, bringing new music-inspired experiences, Carnival’s largest water park, and a full schedule of Caribbean cruises to Central Florida.
As you count down to your sailing, now is the time to plan your trip to the ship, from reserving cruise parking to choosing a hotel for the night before.
Go Port can help you arrange the land portion of your vacation so you can spend more time looking forward to what’s onboard.
Plan Your Carnival Festivale Travel Arrangements
Your best way to reach Carnival Festivale depends on where your trip begins. Whether you’re driving to Port Canaveral on cruise day, arriving the night before, or flying into Central Florida, Go Port offers packages to fit your plans.
Reserve Carnival Festivale Parking With Round-Trip Ship Transfers
Driving to your cruise? Reserve your Carnival Festivale parking package and have your parking and terminal transportation arranged before you leave home. Our well-lit lot is just 10 minutes from Port Canaveral and monitored by video surveillance 24 hours a day.
Your package includes:
- A parking space for the duration of your cruise
- Shuttle transportation to the Carnival Festivale cruise terminal
- Return transportation to your vehicle after the cruise
Each parking package includes round-trip transfers for up to six travelers. With your space reserved and shuttle transfers included, you can arrive knowing you’ll get to the ship on time and back to your car quickly after the Festivale returns.
Add a Hotel Stay Before Your Cruise
A long drive followed immediately by embarkation leaves little room for traffic, vehicle trouble, or other delays. Arriving the day before gives you time to rest and begin cruise morning without doing the longest part of your drive first.
Our convenient Snooze Park Cruise packages combine:
- Hotel accommodations before and/or after your cruise
- Parking for the duration of your Carnival Festivale cruise
- Shuttle transportation from the Go Port parking plaza to your terminal
- Return shuttle transportation to your vehicle
Instead of reserving a hotel, parking, and transportation to Carnival Festivale separately, you can arrange all three through one booking with Go Port. Plan ahead now for peace of mind knowing your cruise will start stress-free!
Flying Into Florida? Bundle Your Hotel and Transportation
Flying in at least one day before your Carnival Festivale sailing gives you a buffer against flight delays and time to settle in before embarkation.
Go Port offers Fly Snooze Cruise packages for travelers arriving through:
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
- Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
Our packages combine hotel accommodations, airport transportation, and cruise transfers in one easy-to-book reservation. Go Port partners with select top hotels near Port Canaveral so you can find the fit for your vacation and a hassle-free start to your Carnival Festivale cruise.
Get to Know Carnival Festivale Before You Set Sail
Explore the Music-Inspired Spaces Throughout the Ship
Music shapes much of the Carnival Festivale experience. Studio 724 spans two decks and uses synchronized lighting, sound, and animation to respond to music in real time.
The Festivale brings the atmosphere of an outdoor music festival to Deck 8. Its promenade changes from day to night through lighting and sound while connecting guests with dining and beverage venues such as Pizza Palooza, Rhythm & Rolls Deli, and Festival Grounds Coffee & Bar.
Live entertainment will extend into venues such as The Spark, Piano Bar 88, Limelight Lounge, and an expanded Alchemy Bar.
Carnival’s Largest Water Park
Traveling with the whole family? Carnival WaterWorks Ultra features six waterslides, including the SunSoaker and Turning Tides family raft rides, racing slides, and options for younger children. Separate splash pads include one designed just for babies.
The water park is part of Sunsation Point, a family activity zone with more ways to play, including a ropes course, sports court, adventure trail, and Fairway 66 Mini Golf. Leave some time in your sea-day plans to explore together.
New Dining Destinations Alongside Carnival Favorites
Carnival Festivale introduces several new restaurants and bars. Le Bistro Musicale serves French cuisine in a music-filled setting exclusive to the ship. Other new dining concepts include Emeril’s Coastal Seafood, the Mediterranean-inspired Fetaccine, and Uku Lei Lei, which combines Hawaiian specialties with Asian dishes.
Familiar Carnival options will also be available, including Guy’s Burger Joint, Big Chicken, Street Eats, BlueIguana Cantina, and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse/Brewhouse. Some venues are included in the cruise fare, while others carry an additional charge, so check Carnival’s dining information when planning your trip.
Get Your Carnival Festivale Vacation Off to a Great Start!
Carnival Festivale gives you plenty to look forward to at sea. A little advance planning will make getting to the ship easier, too.
Driving in? Reserve your Carnival Festivale parking package with round-trip terminal transfers, or add a hotel stay with a Snooze Park Cruise package. If you’re flying, explore our hotel and airport transportation options to complete your travel plans.
Once you finalize your travel plans with Go Port, you can get back to counting down the days until your Carnival Festivale cruise!
Carnival Festivale Port Canaveral FAQs
When is Carnival Festivale’s first cruise from Port Canaveral?
Carnival Festivale’s first Port Canaveral sailing departs May 19, 2027. It is a four-day Bahamas cruise visiting Celebration Key and RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay.
Where can I park for a Carnival Festivale cruise?
Go Port offers Carnival Festivale parking at the Go Port Plaza in Merritt Island, approximately 10 minutes from the terminal. The parking package includes shuttle transportation to and from the ship.
Does Go Port offer a hotel with Carnival Festivale parking?
Yes. Go Port’s Snooze Park Cruise packages combine hotel accommodations, parking for the length of the cruise, and round-trip Carnival Festivale terminal transportation.
Can I book a Fly Snooze Cruise package from an airport near Port Canaveral?
Yes. Go Port offers Fly Snooze Cruise packages for Carnival Festivale cruisers who are flying into Orlando International Airport, Orlando Sanford International Airport, or Melbourne Orlando International Airport. Packages combine hotel accommodations, airport transportation, and cruise transfers in one booking.
Can I book transportation directly from the airport?
Yes. Go Port offers Carnival Festivale transportation between Port Canaveral and Orlando International Airport or Orlando Sanford International Airport. One-way, round-trip, shared shuttle, and selected private transportation options are available.
When should I reserve Carnival Festivale parking or transportation?
Complete your travel arrangements by booking transportation to Carnival Festivale as soon as you confirm your cruise dates and travel plans. Snooze Park Cruise and Fly Snooze Cruise packages can be booked up to 50 weeks before your cruise, while parking and transportation-only packages can be booked up to 2 years ahead of time. Book now for the best rates and get peace of mind knowing you’ll get to your Carnival Festivale sailing on time!
