Caribbean and Bahamas: Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line

We don't have proof, but evidence suggests that the Caribbean was made for cruising. This evidence is all around you — you'll find it in the Caribbean air, the sand and the water. And with more than 5,000 islands and cays spread across this amazing region, there's a lot of paradise to see.

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Sailing Itinerary

Note: Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Please verify ports and times directly with the cruise line.

Day 1 Port of Call Fort Lauderdale Departure 4:00p.m.

Overview

Fort Lauderdale is a city on Florida's southeastern coast, known for its beaches and boating canals. The Strip is a promenade running along oceanside highway A1A. It's lined with upscale outdoor restaurants, bars, boutiques, and luxury hotels. Other attractions include the International Swimming Hall of Fame, with pools and a museum of memorabilia, and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, featuring trails and a lagoon.

Day 2 Port of Call Nassau Arrival 7:00a.m. Departure 5:45p.m.

Overview

Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas, located on New Providence Island, and Freeport, located on Grand Bahama Island offer a variety of experiences from non-stop excitement to peaceful relaxation. Nassau is the center of industry, commerce, and communications and presents a special charm that captures the elegance of the old world while at the same time incorporating up-to-the-minute modern features. Here one will find well-preserved colonial buildings, exciting attractions, duty-free shopping, one of the largest straw markets in the Caribbean, thrilling land and sea sports, pristine beaches, delightful cuisine, and unique cultural activities. Beautiful Paradise Island is linked to Nassau by bridge and has gorgeous beaches, luxury hotels, a large casino, and first-class entertainment.

Day 3 Port of Call Castaway Cay Arrival 7:00a.m. Departure 5:00p.m.

Overview

Castaway Cay is a private island in the Bahamas that serves as an exclusive port for the Disney Cruise Line ships. It is located near Great Abaco Island and was formerly known as Gorda Cay. In 1997, The Walt Disney Company purchased a 99-year land lease for the Cay from the Bahamian government, set to expire in 2096, giving the company substantial control over the island. Castaway Cay was the first private island in the cruise industry where the ship docks alongside so guests do not have to tender to land. The island is still largely undeveloped, as only 55 of the 1,000 acres (4.0 km2) are being used. Castaway Cay now has approximately 60 Disney Cruise Line permanent residents who keep the island running daily; the numbers fluctuate between the busy season and off-season.

Day 4 Port of Call Lighthouse Point Arrival 6:45a.m. Departure 5:00p.m.

Overview

Lighthouse Point, Bahamas, or simply Lighthouse Point, is a private peninsula in The Bahamas that serves as an exclusive port for the Disney Cruise Line ships. It is located in the south-eastern region of Bannerman Town, Eleuthera. In March 2019, The Walt Disney Company purchased the peninsula from the Bahamian government, giving the company control over the area.

Day 5 Cruising
Day 6 Port of Call Fort Lauderdale Arrival 5:15a.m.

Overview

Fort Lauderdale is a city on Florida's southeastern coast, known for its beaches and boating canals. The Strip is a promenade running along oceanside highway A1A. It's lined with upscale outdoor restaurants, bars, boutiques, and luxury hotels. Other attractions include the International Swimming Hall of Fame, with pools and a museum of memorabilia, and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, featuring trails and a lagoon.

Onboard the Carnival Freedom

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Carnival Freedom offers some of the fleet’s latest and greatest features. Explore food options galore, including Posh and Chic dining rooms, Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina. When it’s time for a beverage, choices include Scott’s Piano Bar, the 70’s Dance Club, the Alchemy Bar (cocktail-magic central!), EA SPORTS Bar and the RedFrog Pub. At the one-and-(adult)-only Serenity Retreat, total relaxation is not only encouraged, but pretty much required. Kids not only will find new friends at one of three youth spaces — like the all-new Camp Ocean — but they also can splash around with them in one of many pools, speed down the Twister Waterslide or challenge them to a round of mini-golf. And don’t miss Hasbro, The Game Show, where kids of all ages (even grandma!) compete in larger-than-life Hasbro games.

Onboard Activities

Activities & Services (included in cruise)

Pool

  • Disco/Nightclub
  • Theater/Show Lounge
  • Outdoor Movies
  • Fitness Center
  • Educational Programs
  • Miniature Golf
  • Pool - Outdoor
  • Sports Facilities
  • Water Slide
  • Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
  • Art Gallery
  • Internet Center
  • Library
  • Children's Indoor Play Area
  • Organized Age Specific Activities
  • Teen Center or Disco
  • Teen Programs
  • Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
  • Elevators
  • Safe Deposit Boxes

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

Dr. Seuss Bookville

  • Card Room
  • Casino
  • Game Arcade
  • Beauty Salon
  • Fitness Classes
  • Spa Services/Massage
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bars/Lounges
  • Babysitting
  • Conference Center
  • Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
  • Infirmary/Medical Center
  • Self-Service Laundromat
  • Wedding/Vow Renewal

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Dining

Main Dining Room

Main Dining

Main Dining Room: Carnival's Main Dining Room brings you a full three-course menu in an experience that’s satisfying, but never stuffy. Drop in nightly and enjoy a rotating menu of delectable favorites like steak, roasted duck, scallops, prime rib, and, of course, sinfully delicious desserts.

Steakhouse

Specialty Dining

Bonsai Sushi Express: Sometimes you sit and take things slow, and sometimes you gotta roll — there's just so much to do on a Carnival cruise! Cruisers with places to be, fun to get done, meet the new Bonsai Sushi™ Express. Your made to order sushi source at sea features a mouthwatering selection of sushi, sashimi, rolls and more — made to order and packed up to take with you. And don't forget that there's more to Bonsai Sushi Express than just the quickness… getting your roll on the run is an easy way to enjoy it anywhere on the ship. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Coffee Bar: Treat yourself to a well-deserved break with a specialty coffee drink or freshly-brewed tea with some delicious homemade pastries. Or, for an even sweeter option, stop by for a milkshake, slice of cake or cookie. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast: Sit down to a truly fantastical feast at the Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast with The Cat in the Hat and Friends™. Bright colors and patterns decorate your table, which features fun and unique menus. Feast! Feast! Feast! Lose yourself exploring a delicious menu where you'll find "Green Eggs and Ham," brightly colored fruit, gravity-defying pancake stacks, funky french toast, "Moose Juice" 'n' "Goose Juice"… and much more. (Classic breakfast offerings are available as well.) Breakfast is also the perfect time to meet and greet the stars of Dr. Seuss — characters will be around for special photo opportunities and fun interactions, making this a meal to remember. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

RedFrog Pub: Get into an island state of mind before you even set foot on one. RedFrog Pub is Carnival's laid-back, no-worries, oh-so-lively, Key West-inspired pub. Sample Caribbean fare, dominate at the foosball table, enjoy live music and try the signature private-label brew, ThirstyFrog Red. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Seafood Shack: A good seafood dish is quite the catch. However you like yours served — whether it’s on a roll, in a salad or atop a platter — Seafood Shack’s the place to cast your net. Imagine a New England-style seaside spot where you can take it all in, enjoying a great meal complete with a side of ocean view. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Steakhouse: The menu features premium cuts of beef cooked to your specifications, as well as a fantastic selection of seafood, entrées, gourmet appetizers and an extensive wine list. Like any destination restaurant, reservations for Steakhouse are highly recommended. Your meal includes an appetizer, salad, entrée, side and dessert. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Steakhouse Selections: Whoever said you can’t always get what you want certainly never said it on a Carnival cruise. Odds are that something steakhouse style sounds good — filet mignon, New York Strip, lobster, or surf and turf. Now you can get these signature steakhouse dishes anytime you’re enjoying dinner in the main dining room. This option is available for an additional cost.

The Chef’s Table: Treat your taste buds to a unique culinary event hosted by one of Carnival's master chefs. Your VIP experience begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for a select group of 14, followed by a galley tour. The evening’s highlight is a full-service dinner of amazing appetizers, entrees and desserts not found on the regular menus. Seating is limited, so reserve early at the ship’s Guest Services desk. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

24-Hour Room Service: There’s a menu of salads, sandwiches and sweet stuff — completely free — during the day, plus hot food options available for a small fee. Late-night menu options (after 10 p.m.) are also available for a small fee.

Guy's Burger Joint

Casual Dining

BlueIguana Cantina: The BlueIguana Cantina features freshly made tacos and burritos. Throw homemade tortillas and salsa into the mix, and you have a casual dining experience that will have you coming back for more.

Guy’s Burger Joint: Carnival has teamed up with celebrity chef Guy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a roadside burger shack to Guy's Burger Joint, the cool poolside spot for hot burgers and hand-cut fries. Try a fresh-off-the-grill burger Guy's way, or take it off-road to the toppings bar and truly make it your own.

Lido Marketplace: Featuring an amazing variety of casual dining spots, each just a few flip-flopped steps from the last, Lido Marketplace always has a special something ready to satisfy your latest craving spectacularly. Here Carnival does it with dozens of what-to-eat options... great choices like BBQ, a deli counter, salad bar, an Asian station and a pasta bar... plus one spot where the chef serves up a different surprise daily! At Lido Marketplace, there's tons of indoor and outdoor seating made for gathering around, so you can enjoy your personal faves in your favorite company for lunch or dinner, or even breakfast! Lido's also where you can find soft serve, frozen yogurt and fresh pizza 24 hours a day.

Mongolian Wok: Create your own dish at the Mongolian Wok. First, select your noodles and veggies. Then tell the chef which sauce and meat you want in the wok. Will it be mussels and Szechuan? Beef and Thai barbecue? Chicken and black bean? Come back to Mongolian Wok and try all the combos your heart desires!

Pizza Pirate: Ahoy, matey! Pizza Pirate offers mouth-watering Margherita, Funghi, Prosciutto, Pepperoni or Quattro Formaggi pizza served with a delicious Caesar salad.

Seaday Brunch: At Seaday Brunch, you can sleep in and still enjoy breakfast favorites, while early risers get a head start on lunch. You’ll enjoy huevos rancheros, special French toast, loaded mac-n-cheese and more ways to cook eggs than you may have thought possible.

Swirls: Swirls ice cream entices with sweet frozen treats around the clock! Choose from chocolate, vanilla or strawberry. Open on Lido deck 24/7, frozen yogurt and soft-serve ice cream is a great way to beat the heat all day, or the perfect nightcap after a long evening of fun.

The Carnival Deli: Craving a little taste from the old neighborhood? Enjoy old-time favorites like a hot pastrami on rye, a grilled Reuben or roasted turkey breast on a country roll. Sandwiches and wraps are always hand-carved, and served fresh with coleslaw or relish and a kosher dill pickle.


Times, costs and other specifics are outside the control of Costco Travel. All information is at the sole discretion of the cruise line and is subject to change without notice. Dining time and table size preferences are submitted to the cruise line on a first-come, first-served request basis and are confirmed aboard ship. Questions, concerns and/or special needs regarding dining arrangements must be addressed with the maitre d' hotel aboard ship. Every effort is made to accommodate travelers' preferences; however, Costco Travel cannot guarantee dining arrangements. In specialty restaurants, space is limited and reservations are recommended. A cover charge and dress code may apply.

Staterooms

Features warm wood finishes, custom fabrics and carpeting, original artwork, crown moldings, genuine teak accents and a Magical Porthole for real-time views of the sea.

  • Standard Inside Stateroom (Category: 11C)

    Category: 11C

  • Standard Inside Stateroom (Category: 11B)

    Category: 11B

  • Standard Inside Stateroom (Category: 11A)

    Category: 11A

  • Deluxe Inside Stateroom (Category: 10A)

    Category: 10A

  • Inside Stateroom with Restrictions (Category: IGT)

    Category: IGT
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Enjoy a view of the ocean in this stunning stateroom. Well-designed interiors provide ample living space and a split bath.

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Porthole (obstructed view) (Category: 09D)

    Category: 09D

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Porthole (obstructed view) (Category: 09C)

    Category: 09C

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom (Category: 09B)

    Category: 09B

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom (Category: 09A)

    Category: 09A

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom (Category: 08C)

    Category: 08C

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom (Category: 08B)

    Category: 08B

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom (Category: 08A)

    Category: 08A

  • Oceanview Stateroom with Restrictions (Category: OGT)

    Category: OGT
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Tasteful décor, an expansive view, plush bedding and a private balcony make this stateroom your home-away-from-home.

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (undersized or obstructed verandah) (Category: 07A)

    Category: 07A

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 06B)

    Category: 06B

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 06A)

    Category: 06A

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 05C)

    Category: 05C

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 05B)

    Category: 05B

  • Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 05A)

    Category: 05A

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (oversized verandah) (Category: 04E)

    Category: 04E

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 04C)

    Category: 04C

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 04B)

    Category: 04B

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 04A)

    Category: 04A

  • Verandah Stateroom with Restrictions (Category: VGT)

    Category: VGT
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Opulent suites feature a tasteful design, upgraded amenities, a private balcony, a whirlpool tub, a rain shower and a vanity mirror with a built-in TV.

  • Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah (Category: 01A)

    Category: 01A

  • Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah (Category: 02A)

    Category: 02A

  • Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah (Category: 02B)

    Category: 02B

  • Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Category: 03A)

    Category: 03A

Deck Plan

Cruise Ship
Deck 14
Key to Symbols
SymbolDescription
ElevatorElevator
Accessible stateroomsAccessible staterooms
Connecting stateroomsConnecting staterooms
Solid white wall verandahSolid white wall verandah

Ship Facts

Carnival Freedom ship image
  • Ship Name: Carnival Freedom
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Year Refurbished: 2014
  • Year Entered Present Fleet: 2007
  • Ship Class: Conquest Class
  • Maximum Capacity: 3,754
  • Number of Passenger Decks: 13
  • Number of Crew: 1,180
  • Officers' Nationality: Italian
  • Ocean-View without Balcony: 340
  • Ocean-View with Balcony: 521
  • Total Inside Staterooms: 575
  • Tonnage (GRT): 110,000
  • Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,980
  • Country of Registry: Panama
  • Total Staterooms: 1,490
  • Suites with Balcony: 44
  • Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
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Ship's registry: Panama

    Package ID: CCLFRECAR20230708