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🎉 Carnival's new milestone rewards are coming with the launch of Carnival Rewards! 🚢

When the new Carnival Rewards program launches on September 1, 2026, Carnival will begin recognizing guests with milestone rewards based on lifetime cruise days sailed.

The good news? Your cruise days do NOT start over. 🙌 All of the days you've already sailed will count toward your next milestone.

(milestone rewards are not awarded retroactively)

How many Carnival cruise days have you sailed? 👇
Share your total in the comments! Are you close to your next milestone?

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🌴 Ocean Cay is one of my favorite cruise ports 💙

Crystal-clear water, soft sandy beaches, good food. If your MSC cruise stops here, you're in for a treat! ☀️🏝️

Have you been to Ocean Cay yet?

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✈️🛳 Travel Smart with AirTags!

Ever wonder if your checked luggage made it onto the plane—or onto the ship? 😧

AirTags help you keep track of luggage, backpacks, and valuables in real time. Whether you're flying to your cruise, checking bags at the airport, or handing luggage over to porters at the terminal, you'll have extra peace of mind knowing where your belongings are.

📍 Track checked luggage
🚢 Monitor bags from airport to cruise ship
🎒 Keep tabs on backpacks and travel essentials
📱 View locations anytime in the Find My app

Not an iPhone user? Tile trackers, Samsung SmartTags, and other Bluetooth trackers offer similar features for Android and other devices. 👉 Find my list of travel tracking essentials = LiNK iN BiO

MORE WAYS TO USE TRACKERS WHILE TRAVELING:
👥 Keep tabs on your group or kids
👛 Wallets and purses
💻 Electronics
🏖️ Beach bags and gear
🔑 Keys
🚗 Rental cars
🛂 Passports and important documents

✈️ Travel Tip: We like to toss one into our checked luggage before a flight and keep an eye on it in the app while waiting for takeoff.

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Do you use a tracker when cruising or flying? Tell us what you use. Share your experience below! 👇

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CRUiSE TiP 🛳 🕶🧴🪒Use a pocket organizer with magnetic hooks to create instant vertical storage on the magnetic walls. It’s perfect for toiletries, sunscreen, and snacks—and keeps your floor and counters clear.

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🧲 Pack a few magnetic hooks. The metal walls and doors are perfect for hanging hats, bags, lanyards, and even damp swimsuits, keeping your space organized and clutter-free. A small packing item that makes a huge difference!

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🌴☀️ CRUiSE TiP: Pack Towel Bands OR Towel Clips!

If you’ve ever come back to your chair and wondered where your towel went… or accidentally grabbed someone else’s 😅… these little cruise hacks are SO helpful on the Lido deck and at the beach!

➤ Keeps towels from flying off on windy sea days
➤ Helps avoid towel mix-ups
➤ Lightweight & easy to pack
➤ Great for pool decks, beaches, and excursions

I started using towel bands on my last cruise and honestly won’t sail without them again!

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🍹✨ Trying to think of something fun and creative to do for your 21st Birthday? This is your sign to celebrate by Drinking Around the World at Epcot! 🌎🎂 We did this with my daughter for her 21st birthday and it was a blast!

Whether you're planning your own 21st birthday trip or helping someone celebrate, save this guide for your next EPCOT adventure!

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🍦🍋✨ FUN CRUiSE DRiNK HACK: Chic-fil-A Frosted Lemonade Copycat!

Turn free onboard vanilla ice cream and lemonade into a creamy Chic-fil-A copycat! It’s super easy! If you grab vanilla soft serve and lemonade onboard, you've got everything you need to make this refreshing Frosted Lemonade Dupe!

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☀️CARNiVAL CRUiSE TiP☀️

You can order FREE continental breakfast room service right to your stateroom door. Complimentary continental breakfast is available between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Choose from pastries, bagels, fruit, cereal, and coffee—a perfect way to start a sea day without rushing to the buffet. While some premium items have a small fee, it's a great complimentary perk to enjoy your balcony. 🛳☀️🍳🥓🥞

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*the menu posted is current as of 9/2025 and is subject to change. Let me know in the comments if you discover changes or have an updated menu so I can make corrections. Thank you 🙂

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CRUiSE CABiN TiP 🛳️

If you're someone who sleeps with a fan at home, don't forget to pack one for your cruise.

Cruise cabin air conditioning can vary from ship to ship, and some cabins can feel a little stuffy at night. A small magnetic fan can help keep air moving around the room and make sleeping more comfortable.

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💡 EXTRA TiP: Magnetic hooks work great for hanging some non-magnetic fans on cabin walls.

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Celebrate the 4th of July in style with these patriotic picks! Patriotic tees, shorts, and accessories for the perfect beach vibe. 🇺🇸 LiNK iN BiO🔗

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I can't get enough of this island vibes look. Perfect for the beach or your next cruise! 🌴✨ LiNK iN BiO🔗

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Get ready for your beach vacation with these stylish pieces! Perfect for effortless chic vibes 🌊👗

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🌴 Planning a cruise to Perfect Day at CocoCay? ☀️
Here’s your quick guide to beaches, food, pools, activities, upgrades, and insider tips for making the most of your Royal Caribbean island day in The Bahamas. 🏝️🚢 #PerfectDayatCocoCay #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #CruiseLife #BahamasCruise #CocoCay #Cruising #CruiseVacation

🍹🌴 CARNiVAL'S TROPiCAL FAVORiTE — Made at Home!

This frozen “Kiss on the Lips” inspired drink is fruity, refreshing, and giving total cruise vacation vibes. 🚢☀️🍒🥭

This is always the first drink I order when I step onboard. What’s YOURS? 👀🍹💋

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☀️🚢 Cruising out of Port Canaveral and looking for a comfortable hotel stay near the port before sail day?

Residence Inn Cape Canaveral is located about a mile from the cruise terminals, making It an easy, convenient option for cruisers wanting to stay close to the port before embarkation day. This hotel offers affordability and convenience, and you can even see the ships coming in from some of the front rooms.

This all-suite hotel offers cruise-friendly amenities like complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a lagoon-style pool & hot tub, laundry facilities, grocery delivery service, and more.

Cruise parking and shuttle service to the terminals may also be available for a fee, and the hotel can assist guests with arranging transportation options between the airport, hotel, and cruise port.

Hotels near Port Canaveral can fill up FAST during busy cruise weekends, holidays, and school breaks, so it’s always a good idea to lock something in early if you see a rate you like. ☀️

I live local to Port Canaveral and grew up in Orlando. I create helpful content for cruisers traveling to the area, and for those who just love cruising as much as I do.

As always, shuttle schedules, parking availability, package details, and pricing are subject to change, so be sure to verify current details directly with the hotel before booking. ☀️

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Cruise ship bathrooms are small with very little counter space. After taking many cruises, I’ve found a travel hanging toiletry bag that checks all my boxes✅. It saves counter space, hangs easily on doors or towel racks, and even holds full-sized products.

If you’re planning a cruise, this toiletry bag is something I would definitely recommend.

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🛳✨10 CRUiSE CABiN ORGANiZATION iDEAS

Cruise cabins are small… but the right organization hacks can make a HUGE difference

These are some of my favorite ways to keep everything tidy, easy to find, and stress-free all cruise long.

KEEP iT ORGANiZED, KEEP iT EASY, AND SAiL STRESS-FREE🛳

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CARNiVAL CRUiSE DRiNK HACKS🍹

No drink package? No problem! There are SO many fun drinks you can make on Carnival using what’s already included with your cruise 👀

From frozen lemonade and DIY frozen coffee… to mocktails made with buffet juices… these are some of my favorite little cruise hacks for saving money while still having fun drinks onboard!

A few favorites:
➤ Arnold Palmers with lemonade + iced tea
➤ Frozen coffee with soft serve
➤ DIY milkshakes using breakfast milk + soft serve 🍦
➤ Mocktails made with buffet juices
➤ Fruit-infused water & iced tea 🍋🍓

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🧳 Make sure your bags find their way to your stateroom! Cruise luggage tag holders protect your tags from water and tearing.

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🛳💧CRUiSE TiP: Don’t Forget a Refillable Water Bottle!

Cruise ships have drink stations with free water, tea, coffee, and juice available nearly 24/7, so bringing your own refillable bottle is a sea-savvy tip.

It makes it easy to stay hydrated all day — by the pool, on deck, or during shore excursions — without buying bottled water, it saves money and is eco-friendly.

We bring our 24 oz Owala bottles because we like the size and they’re easy to throw in our backpacks on port days. #fyf #fyp

🫖🍰TEA TIME on Carnival Is a Hidden Gem!

One of my favorite relaxing little cruise traditions is afternoon tea on Carnival. It’s the perfect way to slow down for a bit between pool time, burgers, pizza, and all the onboard fun. ☀️

You’ll usually find:
🫖 Hot tea selections
🍰 Mini cakes & pastries
🥪 Finger sandwiches
🍓 Sweet little desserts

Tea Time is typically offered on sea days around 3:00 PM and there’s no extra charge unless you order specialty teas.

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