🔥 16-Night Panama CanalCruise For Just $49 Per Night


Your 16-night Carnival Journeys cruise is a unique, one-way repositioning voyage from Seattle, Washington, to Mobile, Alabama.


It features a full daylight transit of the Panama Canal



  • Ship: Carnival Spirit
  • Departure Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026 (Seattle, WA)
  • Return Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 (Mobile, AL



Itinerary & Ports of Call

You will spend 11 days at sea to relax and enjoy the ship's amenities, combined with stops at 4 distinct ports: 

  • Day 1: Embark at Seattle, Washington (Departs 4:30 PM)
  • Days 2–5: Fun Days at Sea
  • Day 6: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
  • Days 7–8: Fun Days at Sea
  • Day 9: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
  • Days 10–11: Fun Days at Sea
  • Day 12: Cruising the Panama Canal (Full Transit)
  • Day 13: Fun Day at Sea
  • Day 14: Cartagena, Colombia (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
  • Days 15–16: Fun Days at Sea
  • Day 17: Arrive in Mobile, Alabama (Arrives 8:00 AM

Ship Highlights

Recently refurbished in 2025, the Carnival Spirit features over 2,100 passenger spaces and blends active fun with relaxation. 

  • Dining: Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Empire Restaurant, and the Bonsai Sushi Express.
  • Entertainment: The Punchliner Comedy Club, Alchemy Bar, Playlist Productions, and the domed swimming pool.
  • Recreation: WaterWorks (featuring the Green Thunder waterslide), Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, mini-golf, and a spa

What’s Included and What Costs Extra



🚢 Fresh Ship Upgrades


The Carnival Spirit went through a massive dry dock makeover in March 2025. Everything will look fresh and modern for your trip. Here are the brand-new spaces you will get to enjoy: 

  • Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge: A new, meaningful spot dedicated to honoring military veterans and active-duty heroes. 
  • Upgraded Casino & Nightclub: The casino was redesigned with a fresh layout and brand-new gaming machines, and the dance club got a stylish makeover. 
  • New Mini-Golf Course: The entire rooftop mini-golf course was completely replaced and redesigned. 
  • Refreshed Spa & Shops: The Cloud 9 Spa, the fitness center, and the onboard stores (featuring brands like Pandora and Swarovski) were fully renovated.
  • Dedicated Chef's Table Room: A special, private room built just for the high-end multi-course dining experience. 



🎒 Port Highlights: What to Do

  • Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: You will need to take a small water taxi (tender boat) from the ship to the shore. This port is famous for whale watching, snorkeling, and views of "El Arco," a giant natural stone arch in the ocean.
  • Puntarenas, Costa Rica: A dream stop for nature lovers. You can take excursions into the rainforest, walk across giant hanging bridges, or look for wild sloths and monkeys.
  • The Panama Canal: You do not get off the ship today. Instead, you will spend the entire day on the deck watching the ship move through massive water locks that lift the cruise ship up and over the mountains to cross from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Cartagena, Colombia: A colorful, historic city. You can explore old stone forts built by Spanish explorers, shop for emeralds, and walk down streets filled with bright flowers.

Who This Cruise Is Best For

  • First-time cruisers

  • Friends celebrating special occasions

  • Budget travelers looking for fun and value



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