Carnival Spirit returns to service following dry dock upgrades

   March 18, 2025 ,   Cruise Industry

Carnival Spirit has returned to the water following a month-long dry dock, emerging with several enhancements designed to elevate the guest experience. The 2,124-passenger vessel now features a Heroes Tribute Bar, a dedicated venue honoring active-duty service members and military veterans, bringing this concept to 14 ships across the CCL-Carnival Cruise Line fleet.

Additional upgrades include a revitalized Cloud 9 Spa, an enhanced fitness center, and refreshed retail spaces. The ship’s entertainment and activity offerings have been expanded with the addition of a Carnival Adventures Shop, a Dreams Studio, and a redesigned mini golf course. A dedicated space has also been created for Chef’s Table, while the casino has received a complete redesign, along with updates to the nightclub and youth program areas.

Following its departure from Barcelona (Spain), Carnival Spirit is currently sailing across the Atlantic Ocean en route to Miami (Florida USA). From there, the vessel will transit the Panama Canal before reaching Seattle (Washington), where it will commence its Alaska summer season with week-long itineraries beginning in mid-April. In September, Carnival Spirit will embark on a 15-day Carnival Journeys cruise from Seattle to Hawaii, followed by a repositioning voyage to New Orleans (Port NOLA Louisiana) in October. The ship will then return to its seasonal homeport in Mobile (Alabama).