Before you head to the cruise terminal, make a quick stop at the RaceTrac on Astronaut Blvd. It's one of the last convenient places to pick up cruise-line-approved soda and wine before boarding—and it's just over a mile from the port.

Luggage Straps/Bag Bungees are a perfect travel hack for bringing those soda 12-packs onboard your next cruise! 🛳️

If you're heading to Port Canaveral for a cruise, airports like Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) and Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) are smaller and much less hectic than Orlando International Airport (MCO). These quieter airports can make for a more relaxed start and end to your trip.

What is the Carnival FunTimes? It is the daily guide to ship activities. Delivered to staterooms each evening, the FunTimes (also available on the Carnival HUB App) details the next day's schedule. This includes dining hours, venue locations, and the entertainment lineup. The newsletter also provides information on port arrivals, departures, special offers, and other details.

For those planning a Carnival cruise, having a sense of the onboard schedule can be helpful. Here is a collection of the daily FunTimes newsletters from a recent cruise (8/2025).

Planning your next cruise? Forget the fancy clothes and embrace the practical essentials that will truly make your cruise unforgettable (and less stressful)!

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Here is a list of 10 Popular Cruise Must-Haves that you may want to pack for your cruise.