Family and Friends Christmas Cruise

Dec 22, 2025 to Dec 27, 2025
Western Caribbean

Christmas Cruise 2025

Carnival Paradise Cruise Ship Rooms

 

Gather Your Family & Friends — We’re Cruising for Christmas 2025!

Celebrate the holidays in style aboard the Carnival Paradise for an unforgettable Christmas Cruise in 2025! Whether you’re bringing the whole family or a few close friends, this is your chance to relax, reconnect, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Festive fun, endless ocean views, and holiday cheer await—come sail with us!

 

 

What's included in this trip:

 

When you book a cabin on a Carnival Cruise, your fare includes a comprehensive range of amenities and services designed to provide a comfortable and entertaining vacation experience. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what’s included:

 

Accommodation
 
Your stateroom serves as your private retreat and comes equipped with:
 
Carnival’s signature bedding collection for restful sleep
Flat-screen television with in-room entertainment
Individual climate control
Full private bathroom with shower
In-room safe for valuables
Ample storage space for personal belongings
 
🍽️ Dining Options
 
A variety of dining venues are available at no additional cost:
 
Main Dining Rooms: Offering three-course meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Lido Marketplace: Casual buffet with diverse international cuisine
Specialty Eateries: Including Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina
24-Hour Room Service: Available with select complimentary items
 
Please note that some specialty dining venues may incur additional charges. 
 
🥤 Beverages
 
Complimentary beverages include:
 
Non-bottled water
Coffee and tea
Iced tea
Milk
Select juices during breakfast
 
For unlimited soda or alcoholic beverages, Carnival offers beverage packages at an additional cost. 
 
🎭 Entertainment & Activities
 
Enjoy a wide array of entertainment options included in your fare:
 
Live Shows: Broadway-style productions and comedy acts
Live Music: Performances across various venues
Themed Parties: Deck parties and special events
Movies: Outdoor screenings on the big screen
 
🏊 Recreational Facilities
 
Access to numerous recreational amenities is included:
 
Swimming pools and hot tubs
Water parks with slides
Mini-golf courses
Fitness center with modern equipment
Sports courts and jogging tracks
 
 
 
👨‍👩‍👧 Youth & Teen Programs
 
Carnival offers supervised programs for younger guests:
 
Camp Ocean: Activities for children aged 2–11
Circle “C”: Programs for ages 12–14
Club O2: Teen club for ages 15–17
 
🎄 Holiday Celebrations
 
During the Christmas season, Carnival enhances the festive atmosphere with:
 
Special holiday-themed events and entertainment
Seasonal decorations throughout the ship
Traditional holiday meals and treats

 

What's not included:

💡 Additional Considerations

While many amenities are included, some services and experiences may require additional fees, such as:

 

Specialty dining venues

Beverage packages

Spa treatments and wellness services

Shore excursions

Wi-Fi and internet packages

Flights

 

 

Itinerary:

 
WESTERN CARIBBEAN FROM TAMPA

CARNIVAL PARADISE

MON DEC 22, 2025 - SAT DEC 27, 2025

FROM TAMPA

      ARRIVES
DEPARTS

DAY 1

Mon Tampa   3:30 PM

DAY 2

Tue Fun Day At Sea    

DAY 3

Wed Grand Cayman 8:00 AM 3:00 PM

DAY 4

Thu Cozumel 10:00 AM 6:00 PM

DAY 5

Fri Fun Day At Sea    

DAY 6

Sat Tampa 8:00 AM

Deposit
 
There is a non-refundable deposit of $75 per person

📅 Standard Cancellation Penalties

For most bookings, the following penalties apply when canceling a cruise: 

Prior to Final Payment Date: No penalty, unless you’ve booked a promotion with a non-refundable deposit or cruise price. 

From Final Payment Date to 56 Days Before Sailing: Penalty is the standard deposit amount.

55 to 30 Days Before Sailing: Penalty is 50% of the total fare or the standard deposit amount, whichever is greater.

29 to 15 Days Before Sailing: Penalty is 75% of the total fare or the standard deposit amount, whichever is greater.

14 Days or Less Before Sailing: Penalty is 100% of the total fare.

🔒 Non-Refundable Promotions (e.g., Early Saver)

Certain promotional fares, like the Early Saver, have specific terms:  

Early Saver Bookings: Deposits are non-refundable at any time after booking. If canceled before the final payment date, you’ll receive a non-refundable and non-transferable future cruise credit equal to the deposit minus a $50 per person service fee. 

 

🛡️ Carnival Vacation Protection

Purchasing Carnival’s Vacation Protection can offer added flexibility:

 Trip Cancellation: If you need to cancel for common reasons (e.g., illness, severe weather), you’ll receive 100% of the trip cost back in cash.

Cancel for Any Reason: If you cancel for reasons not covered, you’ll receive 75% of the trip cost back as a future cruise credit.

Additional benefits include coverage for baggage loss, medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and 24/7 worldwide travel assistance. 

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to Carnival’s official cancellation policy or contact their customer service directly.

 

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please do not hesitate to give me a call. 

Mark Jackson 202-391-9455 or email me at mark@mgjenterprise.net


Available Packages

INTERIOR (4B)
Available until October 1, 2025

Starting At: $738.00
Deposit: $75.00 per person

If you will have a single room, the deposit is $150

OCEANVIEW (6B)
Available until October 1, 2025

Starting At: $781.00
Deposit: $75.00 per person

If you will have a single room, the deposit is $150

BALCONY (8A)
Available until October 1, 2025

Starting At: $1,098.00
Deposit: $75.00 per person

If you will have a single room, the deposit is $150

SUITE CABINS PRICES PER REQUEST ONLY
Available until October 1, 2025

$3,000.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person

Extra Options

Single room insurance from $159-$189
Available until October 1, 2025

$189.00
Deposit: $189.00

When you purchase the travel insurance on your invoice, you will be charged the highest price. Once I actually book your room, the correct price will be reflected. The reason is because each cabin has a different value base on total price.  
 
 
(*Cancellation Fee Waiver Program non-insurance feature provided by Carnival Cruise Line)

In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.

 

  • Trip Interruption: Up to total Trip cost reimbursement if you must start your vacation late or need to come home early due to illness, injury and more.
  • Baggage: Up to $1,500 if your stuff is lost, stolen or damaged, and up to $500 reimbursement if you have to buy necessary items while your bags are delayed 24+ hours
  • Medical: Up to $10,000 if you get sick or injured on your vacation
  • Emergency Evacuation: Up to $30,000 for emergency medical evacuation and repatriation (services provided by CareFree Travel Assistance)

Double/Triple room insurance from $109-$129 (per person)
Available until October 1, 2025

$129.00
Deposit: $129.00

When you purchase the travel insurance on your invoice, you will be charged the highest price. Once I actually book your room, the correct price will be reflected. The reason is because each cabin has a different value base on total price.  
 
Also, the insurance price is per person. If you have more than one person in your room, please add the correct quantity to your check out.
 
 
(*Cancellation Fee Waiver Program non-insurance feature provided by Carnival Cruise Line)

In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.

 

  • Trip Interruption: Up to total Trip cost reimbursement if you must start your vacation late or need to come home early due to illness, injury and more.
  • Baggage: Up to $1,500 if your stuff is lost, stolen or damaged, and up to $500 reimbursement if you have to buy necessary items while your bags are delayed 24+ hours
  • Medical: Up to $10,000 if you get sick or injured on your vacation
  • Emergency Evacuation: Up to $30,000 for emergency medical evacuation and repatriation (services provided by CareFree Travel Assistance)

GRATUITIES (per person)
Available until October 1, 2025

$80.00

Gratuity covers all your tips while you are on the ship. This total can be added to your invoice to be paid in advance or you can pay it when you check-out on the ship.
 
If it's more than one person in your room, please add the correct amount, so your invoice can be as accurate as possible