All about the Carnival Valor
The Carnival Valor was built in 2004. It's considered a medium size ship. Coming in at 952 ft long and 116 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 2.6 football fields, as wide as 2.2 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 13-story building.
The Carnival Valor can hold 2,980 based on double occupancy (two people per room) and more when you take into account 3rd and 4th passengers. When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, the Valor has a space ratio of 37. Depending on the ship, this number can range from 30 to 52 (with a bigger number meaning more space per person) so this ship has less space per person than average.
| Carnival Valor | |
|---|---|
| Class | Conquest |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 |
| Length | 952 |
| Beam/Width | 116 |
| Passenger Decks | 13 |
| Passengers (double occupancy) | 2,980 |
| Crew | 1,180 |
| Passenger to Crew Ratio | 2.5 |
| Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger) | 37 |
The Valor is one of six Conquest-class ships currently sailing with Carnival. The Conquest-class has the most number of ships in the Carnival fleet. They're similar in design to the Sunshine-class ships but haven't received the major overhauls those ships had. Still, these ships have many Carnival staples like Dive-in Movies, Guy's Burger Joint, Blue Iguana Burritos, a kid's splash area, and the Alchemy Bar. The Valor is very similar to its sister-ships; Conquest, Glory, Liberty, Freedom and Splendor, although each ship may have some differences.
Dining Establishments on Carnival Valor
Food is a big part of any cruise, and there will plenty on the Carnival Valor. You have 12 different dining options to choose from. Of those options, 8 are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other 4 options have an additional fee. Some of those options are a set price and some have a la cart menu pricing. 67% of the dining options are included which means if you're watching your budget, you won't feel like you're missing out by not going to a lot of extra fee dining places.
| Restaurant | Restaurant Type | Cost | Type of Food |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Iguana Cantina | Quick serve | Included | Mexican |
| Carnival Deli | Quick serve | Included | Deli |
| Coffee Bar | Quick serve | A la cart | Coffee |
| Guy's Burger Joint | Quick serve | Included | American |
| Lido Buffet | Buffet | Included | Buffet |
| Main Dining Room | Sit down | Included | Main dining room |
| Mongolian Wok | Quick serve | Included | Asian |
| Pizza Pirate | Quick serve | Included | Pizza |
| Seafood Shack | Quick serve | A la cart | Seafood |
| Steakhouse | Sit down | Flat fee | Steakhouse |
| Swirls | Quick serve | Included | Dessert |
| The Chef's Table | Sit down | Flat fee | Foodie |
There are also plenty of bars available on this ship. Alcohol is not included in the base price of this cruise ship. To see if you would save money with a drink package, try our Drink Package Calculator.
Pools and Hot Tubs on Carnival Valor
Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day in a pool, a cruise might not be the right choice. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.
The Carnival Valor has a total of 2 pools and 4 hot tubs.
Tired of loud kids and splashing? 1 of the pools and 2 of the hot tubs are adults only.
| Carnival Valor | |
|---|---|
| Total Pools | 2 |
| - Pools - General Access | 1 |
| - Pools - Adults Only | 1 |
| - Pools - Exclusive | 0 |
| Total Hot Tubs | 4 |
| - Hot Tubs - General Access | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Adults Only | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Exclusive | 0 |
Carnival Valor Features
There are quite a few things to do on the Valor. These are the main amenities that are available. Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.
| Carnival Valor | |
|---|---|
| Adult Only Relaxation Area | Included |
| Arcade | A la cart |
| Basketball | Included |
| Casino | A la cart |
| Comedy Club | Included |
| Fitness Center | Included |
| Jogging Track | Included |
| Mini golf | Included |
| Pool-side Movies | Included |
| Water slides | Included |
Cruise Costs
Carnival is a mainstream cruise line. Mainstream cruise lines cater to a variety of guests, hoping to provide something for everyone. These typically cost about $100 - $350 per person per day.
Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year.
Carnival Valor Onboard Costs
Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.
Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.
The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Carnival ship.
| Carnival | |
|---|---|
| Base Daily Gratuities* (Per Person Per Day) | $14.50 |
| Tip added to drinks & services | 18% |
| Soda Price | $2.75 |
| Domestic Beer Price | $7.00 See drink menus |
| Drink Package Price | $59.95 Learn more |
| Internet Plan | $12 to $17.70 per device per day |
| *Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates. | |
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