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All about the Carnival Paradise
The Carnival Paradise was built in 1998. It was renovated in 2023. It's considered a small size ship. Coming in at 855 ft long and 103 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 2.4 football fields, as wide as 1.9 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 10-story building.
Carnival Paradise Overview
- Ship and Passengers
- Food and Restaurants
- Bars and Drinks
- Pools and Hot Tubs
- Ship Features and Activities
- Cruise Costs
- Onboard Costs
Carnival Paradise Size and Passengers
The Paradise can hold 2,052 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 Paradise has a space ratio of 34. 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 Paradise | |
|---|---|
| Class | Fantasy |
| Gross Tonnage | 70,367 |
| Length | 855 |
| Beam/Width | 103 |
| Passenger Decks | 10 |
| Passengers (double occupancy) | 2,052 |
| Crew | 920 |
| Passenger to Crew Ratio | 2.2 |
| Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger) | 34 |
Carnival Paradise Space Ratio
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The Paradise is one of two Fantasy Class ships currently sailing with Carnival. Ecstasy-class ships are the oldest in Carnival's fleet. There used to be 8 ships in this class, but only 2 remain. They're on the smaller side, making them easier to get around, but they might be missing a lot of the activities and features found on larger ships. These ships also aren't built with a lot of balcony cabins, making balcony cabins harder to get and more expensive. The Paradise is very similar to its sister-ships; Elation, although each ship may have some differences.
Carnival Paradise Food and Restaurants
Food is a big part of any cruise, and there will plenty on the Carnival Paradise. You have nine different dining options to choose from. Of those options, seven are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other two options have an additional fee. Some of those options are a set price and some have a la carte menu pricing. 78% 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 | Type of Food | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Included | |||
| Blue Iguana Cantina | Quick serve | Mexican | |
| Carnival Deli | Quick serve | Sandwiches | |
| Guy's Burger Joint | Quick serve | American | |
| Lido Buffet | Buffet | Buffet | |
| Main Dining Room | Sit down | Main dining room | |
| Pizza Pirate | Quick serve | Pizza | |
| Swirls | Quick serve | Dessert | |
| A la carte | |||
| Coffee Bar | Quick serve | Coffee | |
| Flat fee | |||
| The Chef's Table | Sit down | Gourmet | |
Carnival Paradise Bars and Drinks
Carnival Paradise has 10 different bars and lounges where you can enjoy a beer or cocktail.
| Bar | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| America Piano Bar | Deck 8 Forward | See Menu |
| Atrium Bar | Deck 7 Mid | See Menu |
| BlueIguana Tequila Bar | Deck 10 Mid | See Menu |
| Casino Bar | Deck 9 Mid | See Menu |
| Java Blue Cafe | Deck 9 Mid | See Menu |
| Leonardo Lounge | Deck 9 Mid | See Menu |
| Punchliner Comedy Club | Deck 9 Aft | See Menu |
| RedFrog Rum Bar | Deck 10 Mid | See Menu |
| Rex Dance Club | Deck 9 Mid | See Menu |
| Rotterdam Bar | Deck 9 Aft | See Menu |
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.
Carnival also serves the Pepsi family of products. That means Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Starry, Mug Root Beer, and Mountain Dew, although the selection can vary by ship.
Pools and Hot Tubs on Carnival Paradise
Nothing beats relaxing in a pool, cooling off while enjoying the ocean breeze. The Carnival Paradise has a total of one pools and four hot tubs.
Looking to get away from the kids onboard? Try relaxing in the Serenity Adult-only area, for guests 21 and older only. It's located at the back of the ship, offering impressive panoramic views. Here, you'll find two adult-only hot tubs.
| Carnival Paradise | |
|---|---|
| Total Pools | 1 |
| - Pools - General Access | 1 |
| - Pools - Adults Only | 0 |
| - Pools - Exclusive | 0 |
| Total Hot Tubs | 4 |
| - Hot Tubs - General Access | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Adults Only | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Exclusive | 0 |
Cruise Coloring and Activity Books for Kids
Get your kids ready for their cruise or keep them entertained while on board with our custom made coloring and activity books. These are the Carnival editions with featuring places Pizza Pirate and mini-golf.
Cruise Ship Coloring Book for Kids 3-5 - Carnival Edition
Let's Get Cruising Activity Book for Kids 6-8 - Carnival Edition
Carnival Paradise Features and Activities
There are quite a few things to do on the Paradise. These are the main amenities that are available. Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.
| Carnival Paradise | |
|---|---|
| Adult Only Relaxation Area | Included |
| Arcade | A la carte |
| Basketball | Included |
| Casino | A la carte |
| Comedy Club | Included |
| Dr Seuss Breakfast | A la carte |
| Fitness Center | Included |
| Jogging Track | Included |
| Mini golf | Included |
| Shows - musical review | Included |
| Spa | Flat fee |
| Splash park | Included |
| Water slides | Included |
Carnival is also known for its energetic theme parties which vary per ship.
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.
The cost will also vary depending on the type of cabin you book. You can see the differences between the Carnival cabins and how to choose the best one here:Carnival Paradise 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) | $16.00 |
| Tip added to drinks & services | 18% |
| Soda Price | $3.00 |
| Domestic Beer Price | $8.75 See drink menus |
| Drink Package Price | $83 - $88 Learn more |
| Internet Plan | $18.70 to $23.80 per device per day |
| *Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates. | |
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