Carnival Breeze - Western Caribbean
Sail the Western Caribbean aboard a fan-favorite Dream-class ship, combining Carnival's signature fun with visits to Jamaica's beaches, Grand Cayman's crystal waters, and Cozumel's vibrant culture.
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Ship Details — Carnival Breeze
View full Carnival Breeze detailsYear Built
2012
Tonnage
130,000 GT
Passengers
3,690
Crew
1,386
Decks
15
Class
Dream
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Carnival Breeze
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Carnival Breeze sailing. Based on 1,100 discussions.
Carnival Breeze is a 2012 Dream-class ship - at roughly 130,000 tons and 3,690 guests, it's far larger and more amenity-packed than older Carnival vessels - and it sails primarily from Galveston, Texas. It earns a strong 4.2 out of 5 from U.S. News across more than 3,300 guest reviews, putting it among the better-rated mainstream Carnival ships. Reviewers frame it as a great-value family and fun ship with one of the better waterparks in the fleet and meaningful refinements over the original Carnival Dream.
What People Love
- Large 130,000-ton Dream-class ship carrying ~3,690 guests with far more amenities and space than older Carnival ships
- Standout WaterWorks aqua park with a 320-foot Twister Waterslide, spiral drainpipe slide and Power Drencher bucket for kids and families
- Wide dining variety - Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Cucina del Capitano Italian and a steakhouse give plenty of choice
Common Complaints
- Food quality is divisive - some guests rave while others call the main dining and buffet bland or even horrible
- Deck 2 cabins near the atrium and forward elevators can be noisy from shows, foot traffic and late-night bar chatter
- Several specialty and casual venues carry extra charges (steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano), adding up beyond the base fare