Carnival Jubilee - Western Caribbean
Carnival's newest Excel-class ship brings the party to the Western Caribbean with the first-ever BOLT roller coaster at sea in Texas, plus stunning ports in Mexico, Honduras, and Belize.
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Ship Details — Carnival Jubilee
View full Carnival Jubilee detailsYear Built
2023
Tonnage
183,521 GT
Passengers
5,374
Crew
1,735
Decks
17
Class
Excel
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Carnival Jubilee
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Carnival Jubilee sailing. Based on 600 discussions.
Carnival Jubilee is the newest of Carnival's Excel-class trio, debuting in December 2023 and based year-round in Galveston, where it serves as the headline mega-ship for Texas and the central U.S. As a near-twin of Mardi Gras and Celebration, it carries the signature "zone" layout, splitting the ship into themed neighborhoods for dining, drinking, entertainment and outdoor fun. Reviewers consistently frame it as a ship where the vessel itself is the destination, with enough to do to keep all ages busy.
What People Love
- BOLT: The Ultimate Sea Coaster lets you race two laps around the funnel with throttle and boost buttons for unmatched ocean views ($15 add-on)
- Newest Excel-class ship in the fleet (debuted Dec 2023), so finishes and decor feel fresh and modern
- Sails year-round from Galveston, making it the marquee mega-ship option for Texas and central-US drive-in markets
Common Complaints
- Overcrowding is the top recurring complaint — public areas and walk-up counters feel packed at peak times
- Complimentary dining venues develop near-constant lines during peak dinner hours each evening
- Service is reported as inconsistent, with some guests citing real misses especially on busy holiday sailings